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Solgaard Scholars: Access Oceanic Studies for LGBTQ+ Students

$5,000
1 winner$5,000
Awarded
Application Deadline
Sep 12, 2024
Winners Announced
Oct 23, 2024
Education Level
Any
Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate
Major/Field:
Ocean health and preservation: sustainability, oceanic health, etc.
Identity:
LGBTQ+

Solgaard is a design-driven sustainable premium lifestyle brand exploring for good.

Solgaard optimizes life on-the-go for remote workers and world travelers, all while making a positive impact on the planet. For every product sold, Solgaard pulls the equivalent of 229 Ocean-bound plastic bottles from rivers and waterways across the world. The Solgaard team is dedicated to ensuring the brightest minds are working to protect and restore the world's most important resources.

The Solgaard Scholars: Access Oceanic Studies for LGBTQ+ Students Scholarship seeks to celebrate both World Ocean Month and Pride Month by supporting a member of the LGTBQ+ community who is pursuing education in the field of ocean preservation, conservation, or any field related to oceanic health.

High school seniors, undergraduate students, and graduate students are eligible to apply if they are part of the LGBTQ+ community and are studying a major related to ocean health/preservation.

To apply, create a short video or write an essay about why you are a good candidate for this scholarship and why you are passionate about oceanic health.

Please note: Should you win this award, you have the option to remain anonymous. We will only share your name or tag your account if you are comfortable. We respect any and all desire to keep your identity private.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Need, Boldest Bold.org Profile
Published June 17, 2024
Essay Topic

In an essay or video, answer the following: What makes you the ideal candidate for this scholarship? Why are you drawn to study oceanic health? How will this scholarship help you pursue your goals? If you choose to submit a video, write 'N/A' in the essay box.

400–600 words

Winners and Finalists

Winning Application

Ayden Schirmacher
Duke UniversitySAN DIEGO, CA
Tess Beckwith
Eastern UniversityPhiladelphia, PA
N/A
Erika Cabell
University of Hawaii at ManoaHonolulu, HI

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Sep 12, 2024. Winners will be announced on Oct 23, 2024.