Milbourn Fellowship 2023 Application

The Linda Milbourn Fellowship in Landscape Architecture 2023 Application

Application Deadline: October 31, 2023
The Linda Milbourn Fellowship in Landscape Architecture will award up to $5,000 to a student currently enrolled in a graduate-level university program to study landscape architecture through experiential learning that takes place at a recognized public garden, botanic garden, arboretum, or other closely aligned public horticulture institution in the United States. Eligibility is open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents who are enrolled in a U.S.-based institution. Each application will be reviewed by American Public Garden Association’s Garden Scholar Awards Committee.

The American Public Gardens Association is committed to IDEA principles (inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility). We encourage candidates from all cultures and communities to apply for this opportunity. You can find our diversity and inclusion principles and learn more about our work culture here: https://www.publicgardens.org/about-us/IDEA
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Please let us know if you believe you belong to any group that is underrepresented in the public garden or landscape architecture field. If none or you prefer not to respond, please type N/A. (max 100 characters)
Attachments

Please attach in PDF format (unless otherwise specified) the following documents:
A two (2) page maximum written statement with a description of your career interests; a brief biography including your current educational pursuits and future plans; and an explanation of how the funds available will be used to further enhance your training and research. *

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Your current CV or Resume*

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A letter/statement from a contact person at the public horticulture institution where you will undertake your studies*

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Transcript for the degree program you are currently enrolled in.*

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Transcript for your undergraduate degree.

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Brief Biography (100 word max) describing your background, current educational pursuits, future plans, and any other professional interests. *

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Recommendations

Each applicant must submit 3 written letters of recommendation, one of which must be from your major program adviser.
Recommendation 1
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1. Attached to this application below2. Emailing directly to scholarships@publicgardens.org
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Recommendation 2
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Recommendation 3
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How is this recommendation letter being submitted?*

1. Attached to this application below2. Emailing directly to scholarships@publicgardens.org
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All application materials including recommendation letters must be received no later than October 31, 2023. If you are not submitting your reference letters on this form, please ensure those writing your recommendations are aware of the deadline and how to submit their letter. Applications without all references will not be considered.
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The Linda Milbourn Fellowship in Landscape Architecture 2023 Application

Attachments

Recommendations

Recommendation 1

Recommendation 2

Recommendation 3