Foothill Prip Memorial Scholarship - Obstacles

Description:
Promoting and Rewarding Innovation in Physics: The David A. Pripstein Memorial Scholarship

David Pripstein (Prip to his family and friends) had a passion for physics and an inquisitive nature. As a teacher, he taught his students to develop an understanding and appreciation of the laws that govern the world while instilling problem solving skills. This scholarship is intended for students with a passion for science and technology, and who never stop asking themselves how or why things are the way they are in the world.

Minimum Qualifications:
1. Applicant must be enrolled in at least 6 units at Foothill College at the time of the scholarship deadline and disbursement of scholarship funds.

2. Applicant’s cumulative Foothill GPA must be a 2.50 or higher.

3. Applicant must have successfully completed at least two Foothill Physics classes or successfully completed one Foothill Physics class and be currently enrolled in a second Foothill Physics class.

Special Instructions:
1. In your “My Story” essay describe an obstacle or hardship you have had to overcome, how you overcame that challenge, and your future plans for education and career aspirations.