The picture was taken at the March 2016 Scholars Luncheon. From left to right, Natalie DeNigris (Senior, Physics & Psychology), Isabel Heisler (Senior, Global Studies and Geographic Information Systems Certificate), Mrs. Jacqueline Hrabowski, and Hanna Dasoo (Senior, Global Studies). Photo taken by Marlayna Demond ’11.

Since 2003, a scholarship has been awarded to a UMBC student in recognition of the accomplishments and contributions of Jacqueline C. Hrabowski. For 2017-18, TWO UMBC students will be selected based upon her/his commitment to improving the lives of at-risk urban youth through academic studies and community service activities. Recipients will receive $2,000 for the academic year, $1,000 each semester.

Selection Criteria

Candidates should:

• Be a full-time, degree-seeking student at UMBC.
• Be either a currently enrolled in her/his sophomore or junior year (in 2017-18, would be a junior or a senior).
• Demonstrate a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.

Application Submission:

There are three components to the application. Candidates should submit the following:

1. An updated resume.
2. An unofficial transcript.
3. A 500-word essay explaining actions that she/he has participated in that have contributed to improving the lives of Baltimore City youth.

2017-18 Recipients:

Malaysia McGinnis, Chemistry Education, B.A.

Sydnie Taylor, Biological Science

Nailah Turner, Psychology

2018-19 Recipients:

Malaysia McGinnis, Chemistry Education, B.A.

Sydnie Taylor, Biological Science

Please revisit this website in Fall 2018 for more information about 2019-2020 recruitment!