Kyle Lam Hacker Scholarship
Kyle Lam was an amazing person, someone who cared deeply for his friends and coworkers, and also a gifted software developer.
He was an understated presence but he radiated a bright energy that fueled his passion for technology. Kyle's genius, driven by his innate curiosity and creativity, delighted everyone he worked with. He was always open to treading new paths and frequently surprised his colleagues with a solution to a problem nobody else thought about. It was never about what couldn’t be done, but more about inventing new ways to solve problems. Kyle was so enthusiastic about technology, he kept on the bleeding edge of everything and often would talk about (or bring in) the latest and greatest gadgets. Then, he would try to build something new based on that gadget. His hacker spirit won industry awards in advertising for the creative experiences he built for people, often pushing the limits of devices and platforms. Kyle never let these successes go to his head; he always carried himself with grace and humility. He was a mentor to many and always available to lend a helping hand.
Kyle Lam passed away on June 30, 2022. To honor Kyle's memory, Infillion is creating a scholarship to support a student that upholds the “hacker spirit” and ethos of curiosity, experimentation and generosity – which Kyle lived so fully.
Any undergraduate student who is in a technical field of study may apply for this scholarship,
To apply, tell us about a time you’ve delighted others with your hacking/tinkering skills.
Tell us about a time you’ve delighted others with your hacking/tinkering skills.
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February 2024
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The application deadline is Nov 15, 2024. Winners will be announced on Dec 15, 2024.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Dec 15, 2024. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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