The Gilbert W. Mouser Memorial Scholarship Fund was established by Dr. John McVickar to recognize outstanding graduate students in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources who are focused on the study and practice of conservation education and environmental education.
Dr. John McVickar and Professor Gilbert Mouser
Dr. John McVickar received his Master of Science degree in Resource Development from Michigan State College in 1953. During this time, Dr. Gilbert W. Mouser was one of his major professors. Dr. Mouser had a profound impact on Dr. McVickar and over the years his professional relationship with Dr. Mouser formed the basis of his very positive memories of Michigan State College. The excellent program that Dr. Mouser and his colleagues provided for students became the motivation for Dr. McVickar to create this scholarship in Dr. Mouser’s memory. Dr. McVickar states
“I found the whole experience [at MSC] to be very professional, rewarding, and educational.”
The Mouser Scholarship is intended to encourage students who have demonstrated the motivation and capacity to achieve their educational and professional goals, as well as the initiative to seek opportunities to further their progress.
To Apply for the Gilbert W. Mouser Memorial Scholarship
Recipients must be graduate students pursuing a degree in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
Their program of study and career goals must focus in conservation education and environmental education.
Recipients shall be selected by a joint committee with at least one representative of the Department of CARRS and at least one representative of the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife.
Submit your complete application packet NO LATER THAN December 1,
2012
to CARRS Graduate Secretary:
Davis, Diane (STAFF)
480 Wilson Road Room 131 Natural Resources Building East Lansing, MI 48824
Application letter or essay (justifying your qualifications as related to the purpose and intent of the scholarship; your academic and professional goals)
Updated transcripts (can be photocopies; for new MSU applicants, we can use transcripts in your MSU application file)
Updated resumé
Letter of recommendation specifically addressing student's qualifications and eligibiity for this fellowship. Faculty references preferred.
