2012 AAFCS Fellowships Program The field of family and consumer sciences (FCS) encompasses the study of relationships among people and their personal environments in order to strengthen communities and advance the well-being of individuals and families over their lifespan. FCS is rooted in the arts, social and natural sciences, and humanities. In order to address challenges related to the health of individuals, families, and communities, FCS uses integrative, interdisciplinary approaches that consider individuals and families in the context of their environments. The Association awards fellowships to individuals who have exhibited the potential to make contributions to the family and consumer sciences profession and winners are recognized each year during the AAFCS Annual Conference. Please note: The schedule is subject to change due to many factors, including market fluctuations. Questions? Take a look at our frequently asked questions page. Link to fellowship winners: Cutler-DeKnight National Graduate Fellowship Virginia F. Cutler honored colleagues Dr. Cutler and Dr. Canoyer by creating a fellowship fund. The Cutler-DeKnight Fellowship also honors Freda A. DeKnight, food and home service editor of EBONY magazine and first commentator for the "Ebony Fashion Fair." A $5,000 fellowship and up to $1,000 of support for one year of AAFCS membership and participation in the AAFCS Annual Conference will be awarded to no more than one (1) African-American or minority graduate student pursuing a family and consumer sciences degree. Preference will be given to candidates planning a career in family and consumer sciences communication or Cooperative Extension. Graduate Fellowship Guidelines Graduate Fellowship Recommendation Form Dye-Leverton National Graduate Fellowship The Dye-Leverton Fellowship honors Marie Dye and Ruth Leverton by providing a graduate fellowship for doctoral study in family and consumer sciences. An active member of AAFCS, Marie Dye served as dean of the College of Home Economics at Michigan State University for 30 years beginning in 1926. Dr. Leverton was a nutrition scientist who served as a teacher and administrator. A $5,000 fellowship and up to $1,000 of support for one year of AAFCS membership and participation in the AAFCS Annual Conference will be awarded to no more than one (1) doctoral level graduate student pursuing a family and consumer sciences degree or a related specialization such as nutrition science. Graduate Fellowship Guidelines Graduate Fellowship Recommendation Form Hazel Putnam Roach National Graduate Fellowship A bequest from the estate of Hazel Putnam Roach, a field secretary for the Association during the 1930s and the director of family and consumer sciences education in Grand Rapids, Michigan, provides the financial support for this fellowship. A $5,000 fellowship and up to $1,000 of support for one year of AAFCS membership and participation in the AAFCS Annual Conference will be awarded to no more than one (1) graduate student pursuing a master’s degree in any area of family and consumer sciences at an AAFCS accredited institution. Preference will be given to students with high academic achievements and financial need. Graduate Fellowship Guidelines Graduate Fellowship Recommendation Form Jewell L. Taylor National Graduate Fellowship The Taylor Fellowship was established through a generous bequest from Jewell L. Taylor, a dedicated family and consumer sciences professional for more than 50 years. She held positions as a county home demonstration agent and utility home economist, continuing her interest in AAFCS until her death. A $5,000 fellowship and up to $1,000 of support for one year of AAFCS membership and participation in the AAFCS Annual Conference will be awarded to up to five (5) qualified graduate students pursuing a degree in family and consumer sciences. Graduate Fellowship Guidelines Graduate Fellowship Recommendation Form Margaret E. Terrell National Graduate Fellowship The Terrell Fellowship is supported by a gift from the AAFCS Washington Affiliate, as well as contributions from Margaret Terrell and University of Washington Dietetics alumni. Margaret E. Terrell was recognized for expertise in food service systems management. A $5,000 fellowship and up to $1,000 of support for one year of AAFCS membership and participation in the AAFCS Annual Conference will be awarded to no more than one (1) graduate student studying institutional management or food service systems administration. Graduate Fellowship Guidelines Graduate Fellowship Recommendation Form Mary Josephine Cochran National Graduate Fellowship The Mary Josephine Cochran fellowship was created in 1988 with a bequest from Mary Josephine Cochran, an instructor at several universities, a bank officer and director, and an active AAFCS member from West Virginia. A $5,000 fellowship and up to $1,000 of support for one year of AAFCS membership and participation in the AAFCS Annual Conference will be awarded to no more than one (1) qualified graduate student pursuing a degree in textiles and clothing. .Graduate Fellowship Guidelines Graduate Fellowship Recommendation Form D. Elizabeth Williams International Graduate Fellowship This fellowship was established by D. Elizabeth Williams, an Extension home economist. A $5,000 fellowship and up to $1,000 of support for one year of AAFCS membership and participation in the AAFCS Annual Conference will be awarded to no more than one (1) international student who desires to study family and consumer sciences in the United States, preferably at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro Graduate Fellowship Guidelines Graduate Fellowship Recommendation Form Ethel L. Parker International Graduate Fellowship Ethel L. Parker, an active member of AAFCS and head of Home Economics Education at the University of Kentucky, established the Parker International Fellowship. A $5,000 fellowship and up to $1,000 of support for one year of AAFCS membership and participation in the AAFCS Annual Conference will be awarded to no more than one (1) FCS graduate student from the U.S. who participates in international study or an international graduate student who studies family and consumer sciences in the U.S. Graduate Fellowship Guidelines Graduate Fellowship Recommendation Form Please note:
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