During her distinguished career at CLAS, Shirley Kregar, always a fervent advocate for international study, mentored hundreds of students in their quest to gain cross-cultural experience. CLAS is proud to make available awards to be named in Shirley’s honor. The Center for Latin American Studies (CLAS) is very pleased to announce the opening of the competition for this year’s Shirley Kregar Scholarships for international study abroad.

Two scholarships ($1,000 each) will be awarded this year to support students planning to study abroad during the summer 2012, fall 2012 or spring of 2013.

CLAS is seeking candidates who are:

• currently actively pursuing the CLAS undergraduate certificate,
• maintaining a strong record of academic progress.

For consideration, applicants must submit:

• a proposed plan for study abroad to Latin America,
• a statement of academic intent that addresses both academic and personal goals, as well as an explanation of why you feel you are one of the most deserving candidates for this award. Please also address how you are currently financing your college education.
• resume,
• current, unofficial transcript.

Send materials to:

Julian Asenjo
Center for Latin American Studies
4207 Posvar Hall
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA 15260

Deadline: First Monday in March

Recipients of the Kregar and Rodriguez Scholarships will be announced at the Center for Latin American Studies Honors Day in April.