Daniel M. Jobbins Scholarship
This scholarship honors the contributions of the late Daniel M. Jobbins to the sciences of mosquito research and control and his service to mosquito control agencies in New Jersey; and to promote and recognize the mosquito research of graduate students attending a college/ university anywhere in the United States.
Scholarship Amount
One $4,000 (four thousand dollars) scholarship awarded annually.
Scholarship Guidelines
Candidate Qualifications:
- The applicant must be a full-time matriculating student in an accredited graduate program.
- The student must be conducting (or recently have completed) research regarding mosquitoes (or ticks), their biology and/or practical control.
Application Procedure:
- Complete the NJMCA Daniel M. Jobbins Scholarship application form.
- Submit a statement of research in 4 (four) pages or less.
- Include curriculum vitae or resume.
- Provide a letter of recommendation from your major advisor.
- Submit the completed application packet to: Autumn Angelus.
Recipient Responsibilities:
- The student must perform their research to the best of their abilities.
- The student will present their research to the assembled members at the next NJMCA meeting.
Method of Selection
The recipient of the award will be chosen by the NJMCA Scholarship Committee.
Application Form & Deadline
The application packet must be received by the Scholarship Committee no later than 5:00pm on February 17, 2023. Click here for the application form.
For additional information regarding scholarships, please contact Autumn Angelus, of the NJMCA Scholarship Committee, or call 609.984.6154.
Educational Scholarship
This scholarship promotes and recognizes the research and studies of college students in a curriculum that may be peripheral to mosquito control, but whose research may contribute new information to the mosquito control community. This award is limited to undergraduate students enrolled in a college or university in New Jersey.
Scholarship Amount
One $1,000 (one thousand dollars) scholarship awarded annually.
Scholarship Guidelines
Candidate Qualifications:
- The applicant must be a full-time matriculating student in an accredited college or university in New Jersey.
- The student must be conducting (or recently have completed) research that contributes new information to the mosquito control community.
Application Procedure:
- Complete the NJMCA Educational Scholarship application form.
- Submit a statement of research in 4 (four) pages or less.
- Include an unofficial transcript.
- Provide a letter of recommendation from a professor or advisor.
- Submit the completed application packet to Autumn Angelus.
Recipient Responsibilities:
- The student must perform their research to the best of their abilities.
- The student will present their research to the assembled members at the next NJMCA meeting.
Method of Selection
The recipient of the award will be chosen by the NJMCA Scholarship Committee.
Application Form & Deadline
The application packet must be received by the Scholarship Committee no later than 5:00pm on February 17, 2023. Click here for the application form.
For additional information regarding scholarships, please contact Autumn Angelus, of the NJMCA Scholarship Committee, or call 609.984.6154.
College Scholarship
This scholarship recognizes a high school student who will be attending a college or university in a curriculum that may positively impact the mosquito control community.
Scholarship Amount
One $500 (five hundred dollar) scholarship awarded annually.
Scholarship Guidelines
Candidate Qualifications:
- The applicant must be or have been a full-time high school student in good standing for the most recent school year.
- The student must be accepted to attend a college or university and have an interest in engaging in studies that may benefit the mosquito control community.
- The applicant must have a family member or sponsor who is an active member of the New Jersey Mosquito Control Association.
Application Procedure:
- Complete the NJMCA College Scholarship application form.
- Submit a 500 word essay on why you think mosquito control is important both locally and globally.
- Include a copy of high school transcripts.
- Provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor, or employer.
- Submit the completed application packet to Autumn Angelus.
Recipient Responsibilities:
- The student must perform their research to the best of their abilities.
- The student will present their research to the assembled members at the next NJMCA meeting.
Method of Selection
The recipient of the award will be chosen by the NJMCA Scholarship Committee.
Application Form & Deadline
The application packet must be received by the Scholarship Committee no later than 5:00pm on February 17, 2023. Click here for the application form.
For additional information regarding scholarships, please contact Autumn Angelus, of the NJMCA Scholarship Committee, or call 609.984.6154.