Distinguished Scholarships Program

Workshop: Goldwater/Hollings information session
2023-10-02 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CUE 405 or Zoom
Join Director April Seehafer for a look into both the Goldwater and Hollings distinguished scholarships. Learn about eligibility, application requirements, deadlines, funding, and more.
Zoom Meeting ID: 978 8715 1628
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Personal Statement Writing Workshops: Oct. 18-24
2023-10-18 - 2023-10-24 | CUE 303
Scholarship and graduate-school applicants will find that a session with a writing consultant can make all the difference. And, make the process more enjoyable and productive. Meet with a Writing Center peer consultant to get feedback. See a wide variety of times and days for meeting availabilities on the website. Note also there are special sessions on Oct. 18 and 25.

Personal Statement Writing Workshop: Essay Prompts and Strong Examples
2023-10-18 15:10 - 16:30 | CUE 303
Scholarship and graduate-school applicants are encouraged to attend this workshop to help understand the essay prompts and choose strong examples. Come with a specific application in mind. Provided by the WSU Writing Center.

Personal Statement Writing Workshop: Problem Areas and Proofreading
2023-10-25 15:10 - 16:30 | CUE 303
Scholarship and graduate-school applicants are invited to this workshop to learn how to target problem areas and create a proofreading plan. Bring your outline or draft and reader’s feedback to the meeting. Offered by the WSU Writing Center.

Gilman Scholarships: Workshop Series (#1, In Person)
2024-01-31 12:00 - 13:00 | CUE 405, WSU Pullman
WSU has had dozens of Gilman Scholars over the years and you could be the next to win the award to study abroad!
Join our new workshop series that focuses on the prestigious, nationally competitive Gilman Scholarship. You’ll learn about eligibility requirements and how to write an effective application and submit it.
Participate in at least 3 of 4 writing-centered activities and submit an application to qualify for a $250 award from the WSU Distinguished Scholarship Program to use for your study abroad program (regardless of any final decision from Gilman on your application).
All workshop dates to choose from include:

1/31, 2/7, and 2/21 (Wednesdays), Noon-1 p.m., CUE 405: In-person sessions at WSU Pullman
2/4, 2/11, or 2/25 (Sundays), 7-8 p.m.: Virtual–email for the Zoom links
2/12 through 2/21 (Weekdays): You can attend drop-in sessions to share your essays with staff at the WSU Writing Center.

Gilman Scholarships: Workshop Series (#1, Virtual)
2024-02-04 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
WSU has had dozens of Gilman Scholars over the years and you could be the next to win the award to study abroad!
Join our new workshop series that focuses on the prestigious, nationally competitive Gilman Scholarship. You’ll learn about eligibility requirements and how to write an effective application and submit it.
Participate in at least 3 of 4 writing-centered activities and submit an application to qualify for a $250 award from the WSU Distinguished Scholarship Program to use for your study abroad program (regardless of any final decision from Gilman on your application).
All workshop dates to choose from include:

1/31, 2/7, and 2/21(Wednesdays), Noon-1 p.m., CUE 405: In-person sessions at WSU Pullman
2/4, 2/11, or 2/25 (Sundays), 7-8 p.m.: Virtual—email for the Zoom links
2/12 through 2/21 (Weekdays): You can attend drop-in sessions to share your essays with staff at the WSU Writing Center.

Gilman Scholarships: Workshop Series (#2, In Person)
2024-02-07 12:00 - 13:00 | CUE 405, WSU Pullman

Gilman Scholarships: Workshop Series (#2, Virtual)
2024-02-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom (email us for a link)

Gilman Scholarships: Workshop Series (Hands‑on with the WSU Writing Center)
2024-02-12 - 2024-02-21 | In-person at CUE 303, WSU Pullman, or virtual (all by appointment, please)

Gilman Scholarships: Workshops Series (#3, In Person)
2024-02-21 12:00 - 13:00 | CUE 405, WSU Pullman

Gilman Scholarships: Workshop Series (#3, Virtual)
2024-02-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom (email us for a link)

Goldwater Scholarships: Information Session (3 dates available)
2024-09-26 16:10 - 17:30, 2024-10-10 04:10 - 17:30, 2024-10-11 00:10 - 13:00 | CUE 507
Are you an undergraduate with at least one year remaining to graduation, and planning a research career in math, science, or engineering? Do you intend to pursue graduate school to earn a Ph.D.?
If so, join us to learn about the prestigious Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship. This nationally competitive award covers up to $7,500 per year, and recognizes students who show exceptional promise in the fields of natural sciences, engineering, and mathematics.
Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or (in the case of nominees from American Samoa or the Commonwealth of the Mariana Islands) U.S. nationals.
Information sessions
(If you are applying this year you are expected to attend; those considering applying in the future are encouraged to attend. The same information will be shared at each session.)
In-person sessions

Wed., Sept. 26 | 4:10-5:30 p.m. | CUE 507
Thurs., Oct. 10 | 4:10-5:30 p.m. | CUE 507
Fri., Oct. 11 | 12:10-1:00 p.m. | CUE 507

Online sessions
Sessions are also available the same days and times via Zoom. Email DistinguishedScholarships@wsu.edu a minimum of 24 hours ahead of the event to request the link.
Questions?
Explore the Distinguished Scholarships website for details and information on additional eligibility requirements.

Distinguished Scholars Celebration
2024-10-25 15:30 - 17:00 | Distinguished Scholar’s Gallery in the CUB
Join the annual celebration to recognize WSU students who have received distinguished scholarships over the past year. WSU Provost Chris Riley-Tillman will be a guest speaker. Light refreshments will be served.

Fulbright Scholarships information session
2025-03-28 12:10 - 13:00 | Honors Hall, Room 142
Have you thought about applying for a one-year Fulbright award to study, conduct research, or serve as an English Teaching Assistant in another country? Would you like to learn more? Join April Seehafer, director of the WSU Distinguished Scholarships Program, who will address benefits of the award, break down the application process, and answer any questions you have. While this workshop is designed for juniors and seniors, all interested students are invited to attend.
Four workshops this spring will cover the same general information, so you do not need to attend more than one session.

Fulbright Scholarship information session
2025-03-31 16:10 - 17:00 | CUE 518

Fulbright Scholarships information session
2025-04-02 16:10 - 17:00 | Zoom
Have you thought about applying for a one-year Fulbright award to study, conduct research, or serve as an English Teaching Assistant in another country? Would you like to learn more? Join April Seehafer, director of the WSU Distinguished Scholarships Program, who will address benefits of the award, break down the application process, and answer any questions you have. While this workshop is designed for juniors and seniors, all interested students are invited to attend.
Four workshops this spring will cover the same general information, so you do not need to attend more than one session.
Meeting ID: 913 8844 7980
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Fulbright Scholarships information session
2025-04-11 12:10 - 13:00 | Zoom
Have you thought about applying for a one-year Fulbright award to study, conduct research, or serve as an English Teaching Assistant in another country? Would you like to learn more? Join April Seehafer, director of the WSU Distinguished Scholarships Program, who will address benefits of the award, break down the application process, and answer any questions you have. While this workshop is designed for juniors and seniors, all interested students are invited to attend.
Four workshops this spring will cover the same general information, so you do not need to attend more than one session.
Zoom information for this session:
Meeting ID: 953 6426 9447
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Fulbright Scholarships information session
2025-04-15 16:10 - 17:00 | CUE 507

Fulbright Scholarships information session
2025-04-16 17:10 - 18:00 | Zoom
Have you thought about applying for a one-year Fulbright award to study, conduct research, or serve as an English Teaching Assistant in another country? Would you like to learn more? Join April Seehafer, director of the WSU Distinguished Scholarships Program, who will address benefits of the award, break down the application process, and answer any questions you have. While this workshop is designed for juniors and seniors, all interested students are invited to attend.
Four workshops this spring will cover the same general information, so you do not need to attend more than one session.
Zoom information for this session:
Meeting ID: 931 0607 4257
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Goldwater Scholarship for STEM students (Session 1 of 4)
2025-09-24 16:10 - 17:30 | CUE 507
Are you an undergraduate with at least one year remaining who is planning a research career in math, science, or engineering? Do you intend to pursue graduate school to earn a PhD, an MD/PhD or a DVM/PhD with an emphasis on research? If so, join us to learn about the prestigious Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship. This nationally competitive award covers up to $7,500/year and recognizes students who show exceptional promise in the fields of natural sciences, engineering, and mathematics.
Students must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident or in the case of nominees from American Samoa or the Commonwealth of the Mariana Islands, a U.S. national to be eligible to apply.
Fall 2025 Informational Sessions
(If you are applying this year for a Goldwater scholarship, you are expected to attend one of these information sessions. Those considering applying in the future are encouraged to attend. The same information will be shared at each session.)

Wednesday, September 24: 4:10 – 5:30 p.m. in CUE 507
Tuesday, September 30: 4:10 – 5:30 p.m. in CUE 507
Wednesday, October 1: 3:10 – 4:30 p.m. in CUE 507
Friday, October 10: 12:10 – 1:00 p.m. in CUE 507

Sessions are also available via Zoom. Email DistinguishedScholarships@wsu.edu a minimum of 24 hours ahead of the event to request the link.

Goldwater Scholarship for STEM students (Session 2 of 4)
2025-09-30 16:10 - 17:30 | CUE 507

Goldwater Scholarship for STEM students (Session 3 of 4)
2025-10-01 15:10 - 16:30 | CUE 507

Goldwater Scholarship for STEM students (Session 4 of 4)
2025-10-10 12:10 - 13:00 | CUE 507

2026 Gilman Scholarship Workshop Series: Session 1
2026-02-03 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-06 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
Session 1 Topic: Intro to the Gilman Scholarship and Global Learning
WSU has had multiple Gilman Scholars over the years, and you could be the next to win the award to study abroad!
Join our workshop series that focuses on the prestigious, nationally competitive Gilman Scholarship. You’ll learn about eligibility requirements (applicants must be Pell Grant eligible) and how to write effective scholarship essays for this award.
Participate in at least 3 of 4 interactive, writing-centered activities and submit your Gilman application to qualify for a $250 award from the WSU Distinguished Scholarship Program to use for your study abroad program (regardless of any final decision from Gilman on your application).
February workshop dates:

Tuesday, February 3, 10, and 24 from Noon-1 p.m., virtual, camera required, email for the Zoom links OR
Friday, February 6, 13, and 27 from 3:00-4:00 p.m. virtual, camera required, email for the Zoom links
February 14 through 22 – visit the WSU Writing Center in person from any WSU campus or online through eTutoring with your essays.

Distinguished Scholarships Program: General Information Session
2026-02-09 12:10 - 13:00 | CUE 507
Want to learn more about the Distinguished Scholarships Program? Join us for a general information session where we’ll talk about the different prestigious and nationally competitive awards, navigating the application process, and how to build your eligibility.

2026 Gilman Scholarship Workshop Series: Session 2
2026-02-10 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-13 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
Session 2 Topic: Gilman Short Essays
WSU has had multiple Gilman Scholars over the years, and you could be the next to win the award to study abroad!
Join our workshop series that focuses on the prestigious, nationally competitive Gilman Scholarship. You’ll learn about eligibility requirements (applicants must be Pell Grant eligible) and how to write effective scholarship essays for this award.
Participate in at least 3 of 4 interactive, writing-centered activities and submit your Gilman application to qualify for a $250 award from the WSU Distinguished Scholarship Program to use for your study abroad program (regardless of any final decision from Gilman on your application).
February workshop dates:

Tuesday, February 3, 10, and 24 from Noon-1 p.m., virtual, camera required, email for the Zoom links OR
Friday, February 6, 13, and 27 from 3:00-4:00 p.m. virtual, camera required, email for the Zoom links
February 14 through 22 – visit the WSU Writing Center in person from any WSU campus or online through eTutoring with your essays.
