Chris and Karen Garlington Scholarship

Spring 2026 Award

The Chris and Karen Garlington Scholarship provides financial support to an undergraduate student enrolled in the Information Systems major within the Systems and Operations Management Department at California State University, Northridge.

This scholarship recognizes students who demonstrate academic achievement, financial need, leadership involvement, and first-generation college student status.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must be enrolled in the Information Systems major (Systems and Operations Management Department).
  • Must be a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior during Spring 2026 (Freshmen are not eligible).
  • Must be enrolled in a minimum of 15 units during the Spring 2026 term.
  • Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8.
  • Must be a first-generation college student.
  • Must demonstrate financial need and leadership qualities.

Application Information

  • For questions, contact the Systems and Operations Management Department at somsa@csun.edu or (818) 677-2470.

If you are receiving financial aid (including loans), your financial aid award(s) may be adjusted if you receive a scholarship that exceeds your total aid limit or Cost of Attendance (COA). Speak with a financial aid counselor during walk-in hours for a detailed overview of your individual situation.

Award
$1,000
Deadline
03/31/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. Explain your community service and volunteer work at CSUN, including CSUN ASCM/ASQ or MISA.
  2. Explain your work experience in general and in BANA, IS, SOM, and/or GSCM fields, including quality-related fields.
  3. What are your affiliations with other organizations, honors and awards.
  4. What are your career objective(s)?
  5. Please explain your financial need, and provide examples of any leadership roles or experiences during your time at CSUN.
  6. Please share about your experience being a first generation college student.
  7. Please upload your current DPR.
  8. Uploads
    • Upload documentation of active membership in ASCM, ASQ, or MISA (membership card or receipt), if applicable.
    • Upload unofficial transcripts from other institutions attended, if applicable.
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