Awards

Each year the College of Education and Human Development Women's Philanthropic Leadership Circle (WPLC) grants financial awards of $2,500 each to two graduate students and $5,000 to one "Rising Star" pre-tenured faculty who are committed to empowering women. This can include but is not limited to individuals conducting scholarly research on issues that disproportionately affect women; developing curricula focused on the roles, experiences, and achievements of women in society; promoting efforts to develop female leaders of all ages; and participating in service activities with organizations that help women and families. Candidates will be evaluated on leadership and creativity through their academics, research, publications, service, and/or teaching.

The application deadline for graduate students is Thursday, March 2, 2023. Interested in applying? Please complete the 2023 WPLC Graduate Student Award Application.

Please contact Michael DallaValle at mdallava@umn.edu if you have questions. The faculty Rising Star award recipient is selected by the CEHD Dean’s Office through a separate process.

Want to know more about WPLC’s prior award recipients? See our prior award recipients.