2024 #FindThatLizard Scholarship
Application Deadline: November 23rd, 2024
We are excited to share that the 2024 #FindThatLizard Scholarship application is now open!
When Dr. Earyn McGee was pursuing her PhD, she bought a flight to a conference. However, she accidentally booked the wrong dates. By the time she realized her error, the fee to rebook would be $750.
Dr. McGee lamented on how she would miss her talk on X (Twitter at the time). Priya Nanjappa, a fellow herpetologist saw her tweet and offered to cover the cost with no repayment needed.
The only stipulation was that Dr. McGee pay it forward.
Who can apply:
The 2024 #FindThatLizard Scholarship is open to any woman, girl, or gender non-conforming person interested in pursuing herpetology as a hobby or career. We especially encourage those who identify as Black or a person of color to apply.
Applicants can request up to $1000.
How to apply, please submit a short written essay (500-750 words) or video (3-5 minutes) addressing the following:
How you plan to use the funds
Your interest in herpetology
How receiving this scholarship will help you pursue a career or hobby in herpetology
Examples of what we fund:
Conferences: registration, travel, lodging, poster printing
Tuition: college, nature summer camps, online courses
Research: travel, housing, gear and supplies, data analyzation
We will not fund:
Anything related to pets or pet supplies
This scholarship is designed to help open doors for aspiring herpetologists and foster a more inclusive and diverse community. Apply today and take a step towards realizing your passion!