Associated Students Dr. Terry Piper 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. Terry Piper Memorial Scholarship to honor Dr. Terry D. Piper who joined the California State University Northridge community in January of 2001 as the Vice President of Student Affairs. During his tenure he worked with the Division of Student Affairs to bring it up to date with the most current practices. His progressive approach prioritized student learning and aligned the division with the University’s instructional mission. The CSUN community has greatly benefited from his time spent on campus. Dr. Piper passed away on Thursday May 13, 2010. His inspirational leadership and work at CSUN will continue to motivate students to pursue a career in Higher Education and Student Affairs. The Associated Students applauds Dr. Piper’s career here at California State University, Northridge.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Open to continuing CSUN graduate students completing a graduate degree within the Department of Educational Psychology and Counseling.
  • 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.
  • 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
$3,000
Scopes
Associated Students
Deadline
05/01/2024
Supplemental Questions
  1. Describe your academic and career goals in the field of Educational Psychology & Counseling.
  2. "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” - Nelson Mandela. Describe a change you would like to make in the world. Tell us about how you would plan to make that change, and what obstacles you might encounter along the way.
  3. 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.
  4. 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*.