2010 Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship for First Years
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senior women students that may have an interest in Computer
Engineering. For complete details and to apply, please visit
www.google.com/anitaborg/first-years
Deadline to apply: February 15, 2010. Recipients of the Google Anita
Borg Memorial Scholarship for First Years will each receive a $10,000
award for the 2010-2011 academic year and be invited to attend the
Google FUSE networking retreat in Summer 2011.
Who can apply? Applicants must be high school seniors and meet the
following eligibility criteria:
- Intend to be enrolled in or accepted as a full-time student at a
university in the U.S. for the 2010-2011 academic year. International
students are eligible to apply as long as they intend to be enrolled
at a local university;
- Intend to be enrolled in or accepted for enrollment in a
baccalaureate Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software
Engineering or related program;
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and passion for computer science
and technology
Dr. Anita Borg (1949-2003) devoted her life to revolutionizing the way
we think about technology and dismantling the barriers that keep women
and minorities from entering the computing and technology fields. In
honor of Anita's vision, Google is proud to announce the launch of the
2010 Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship for First Years.
Google hopes to encourage aspiring female students to excel in
technology and become active role models and leaders in the field by
offering scholarship opportunities for students. the Google Anita Borg
Memorial Scholarship for First Years will award students entering
their first year in university and pursuing their studies in computer
science.
Visit the Frequently asked questions page (FAQ) or email us at
anitabor...@google.com.