Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program at University of Washington
The Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program at the University of Washington is a diverse, committed, and creative community from around the country that aims to change the face and future of conservation.
What we do:
We support emerging conservation scholars in developing innovative perspectives and skills by providing opportunities to explore nature conservation and its relationship to environmental justice in both urban and rural contexts. We apply critical analysis to human interactions with each other and the rest of the natural world to help scholars find a conservation practice and career path that is right for them.
Who we’re looking for:
We are looking for 20 undergraduates who reflect cross-cultural perspectives with an emphasis on students from historically excluded groups in the conservation field.
While all applicants should be interested in a potential career in conservation, applicants do not need to be natural-science majors. We are looking for students interested in nature and wildlife conservation from any majors. We create cohorts of students with a wide range of interests, experiences, and perspectives, asking only that they demonstrate a commitment to conservation and equity, and are curious, creative and enthusiastic!
Program Details:
- Two-summer program (June-August) and academic year support
- Professional development and internship opportunities
- Stipend of $4,400 each summer
- All expenses paid (travel, food, lodging)
Application Period:
- Application closes – February 1, 2022 at 11:59pm Pacific Time
- 2022 program dates – June 20, 2022 to August 14, 2022
Program Structure:
First Summer | 8-week Field Immersion
Scholars engage with conservation practice across a range of ecological landscapes of the Pacific Northwest. The first summer is designed to expose scholars to a wide range of conservation issues, the complex physical and cultural landscapes that conservation solutions emerge from. We critically analyze the intersections of nature conservation, cultural identities, and environmental justice. Learn more here.
Second Summer | 10-week Internship Experience
The second summer is an opportunity for scholars to deepen skills, knowledge, and networks within the conservation practice. Scholars will design and implement a collaborative internship project with conservation professionals. Learn more here.
Attend an Informational Webinar:
Use the following links to sign-up for an informational webinar with DDCSP@UW staff. We will provide a general overview of our program, application process, and space reserved for a Q&A session.
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