Associated Students Dr. Karin Duran Memorial Scholarship

2024-2025 Academic Year Award

The Associated Students is the primary advocate for students at California State University, Northridge and provides excellent, meaningful programs and services designed to create and enhance a spirited, learning-focused campus environment.

The Associated Students at California State University, Northridge established the Dr. Karin Duran Memorial Scholarship to honor Dr. Karin Duran. She graduated from CSUN with a degree in Spanish and joined the campus community again in 1972 as a Librarian at the Oviatt Library. In 1977 she began working as a Lecturer in the Chicana/o Studies Department. Dr. Duran was an active university citizen and served in various communities, as well as an active community member who was involved in organizations in the San Fernando valley. She was deeply committed to her students and was an exemplary colleague. Dr. Duran passed away on June 11, 2010, she spent her life giving to others the gift of knowledge and the passion for curiosity.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Open to continuing CSUN undergraduate and graduate students in the College of Humanities.
  • Preference will be given to students pursuing a major within the Department of Chicana and Chicano Studies.
  • Undergraduate students must have a GPA of at least 3.0.
  • Graduate students must have a GPA of at least 3.5.
  • Must have a FAFSA or California Dream Act application on file for the upcoming academic year.
  • Undergraduate students must enroll in 12 units or more during the Fall & Spring terms of the award year.
  • Graduate students must enroll in a minimum of 6 units (8 units preferred) or more during the Fall & Spring terms of the award year.
    * Any change to your enrollment status resulting in less than full time enrollment for any term within the award year will result in a cancellation of your award.
  • Two letters of recommendation must be requested through the myMatador Scholarship system.
  • Must upload a copy of your student resume. A student resume is a detailed record of your personal and educational information. It includes the name of your school/college, coursework, projects (if any) undertaken, and awards. The resume may also contain additional information like your extracurricular activities, volunteer experiences, job experiences (if any), hobbies, etc
  • A reception will be held in your honor by Associated Students within the beginning of the Fall semester. Scholarship recipient will be sent an invitation in early Fall.


Please note:

  • If you are receiving Financial Aid (including loans), your financial aid award(s) may be adjusted if you receive a scholarship amount that exceeds your financial aid total limit. Speak to a financial aid counselor during walk-in hours to get a detailed overview about your individual situation.

Award
$1000.00
Scopes
Associated Students
Deadline
05/01/2024
Supplemental Questions
  1. I have a declared major or minor in Chicana/o Studies.
  2. Describe your personal experience of someone taking an interest in your academic development and who has mentored you and helped you to achieve your academic/career goals. How does your experience fuel your commitment to mentor others?
  3. What does it mean to be a good student on the field, in the classroom, and in the community?
  4. Please upload: A copy of your student resume/CV. A student resume is a detailed record of your personal and educational information. It includes the name of your school/college, coursework, projects (if any) undertaken, and awards. The resume may also contain additional information like your extracurricular activities, volunteer experiences, job experiences (if any), hobbies, etc.
  5. Letters of Recommendation:
    • Please request: A letter of recommendation from a teacher, professor, counselor, or community leader - who can attest to your meritorious performance and personal strengths and can assess your potential for academic and career success. The letter should include a signature, title, and contact information. The letter should be addressed to: *Award Selection Committee*.
    • Please request: A letter of recommendation from a teacher, professor, counselor, or community leader - who can attest to your meritorious performance and personal strengths and can assess your potential for academic and career success. The letter should include a signature, title, and contact information. The letter should be addressed to: *Award Selection Committee*.