MSP John W. Gorman Memorial Scholarship

2024-2025 Academic Year Award

The John W. Gorman Memorial Scholarship was created to support students in a junior academic level pursuing a major in one of the following fields: Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Geological Science, Math, Physics, Astronomy, Engineering, or Environmental & Occupational Health. This scholarship honors Susan Gorman-Chang’s father, John W. Gorman.

Dr. John W. Gorman, grew up in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the only son of John and Dorothy Gorman. As a youth, he set up a chemistry lab in his basement. High school further kindled his interest in math and science, and instilled a desire to attend college. His parents, not having much money, supported his enlisting in the Army Specialized Training Program (ASTP) at age 17. He was selected to serve as an Army Ranger, fighting in Europe and earning a Purple Heart and Bronze Star. After the war he finished his education, obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering. Then he went on to earn a PhD at the University of Minnesota. He embraced math and science and believed these disciplines could benefit society. The John W. Gorman Memorial Scholarship is in honor of the life he led, and his belief in the value of education.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Open to matriculated CSUN undergraduate students in junior standing.
• Undergraduate students must have a CSUN GPA of at least 2.5.
• Undergraduate students must enroll in 12 units or more during the Fall & Spring terms of the award year.
  Any change to your eligibility status in any term within the award year will result in a cancellation of your award.
• Have a FAFSA or California Dream Act Application (CADAA) on file for the upcoming academic year.
• 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.

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