Scholarships

With the generous scholarship from the Frank Church Institute, I am able to continue my education as a Global Studies and Spanish major at Boise State University. This funding will assist me in studying abroad in Montevideo, Uruguay where I can improve my Spanish learning as well as increase my intercultural competency. I am looking forward to continuing my education and pursuing a career within the realm of public service.

Throughout my educational career, I have wanted to learn about US international relations, explore other parts of the world, and pursue a career in national security. By studying Political Science at Boise State University, I have taken advantage of the phenomenal faculty with expertise in international relations and comparative politics. The Frank Church Institute’s support of my education will help me spend my senior year interning in Washington DC surrounding foreign policy, studying abroad, and taking my last few political science classes. I am grateful for the opportunity that the institute has provided me and hope to use this opportunity to move forward with my goals. Thank you very much.

Thank you to the Frank Church institute for investing in me, and my future in public service. During my studies in the Masters of Public Administration Program, I’ve had the extreme pleasure of working in the City of Boise Mayor’s Office. It’s been so incredible to experience how seamlessly my career and courses blend together to not only further my professional career but deepen my passion for learning. As I head into my final year in my program, I feel confident that my education has equipped me with the tools and skills I need to make a real impact in my community and beyond. I can’t think of a better way to finish off my educational career than being selected as a Frank Church Scholar! Thank you!

I am extremely honored to be a recipient of the Frank Church Scholarship. I have always valued education, and am beyond appreciative of the support the Frank Church Institute provides to students like myself. I am excited to continue my degree in Political Science, Social Science, and Secondary Education with plans to become a high school government teacher and emphasize civic engagement’s importance. With the support of this scholarship, I will continue to pursue opportunities in the Boise community that will enrich my government understanding, which enriches my future classroom.

I’m so honored to receive this scholarship from the Frank Church Institute! With this scholarship, I will be able to travel to Palestine and teach with a local nonprofit in Nablus. Studying Global Studies and Arabic, I am so thrilled to have this opportunity to create real change pertaining to my degree and improve my Arabic while abroad.

This scholarship means that my journey towards a Ph.D has been made a little easier. Every bit helps. Being awarded this scholarship lets me know that there are people out there rooting for me. Sometimes, that is all you need to get through a tough patch. Knowing that there are people backing you on your journey is great. Thank you again. This means a lot.

To say the investment into my education from the Frank Church Institute is appreciated would be an understatement. Their generosity makes a profound impact on my life as I attempt to accomplish my education and career goals. Their financial support allows me to continue pursuing my degree and opens up the option of potentially going to graduate school. I am extremely grateful for the opportunity, and I wish to represent their investment in me well moving forward

I am extremely grateful to be receiving this scholarship. As I move forward towards my senior year, in hopes of attending law school after graduation, this scholarship allows me the ability to not inly continue my education but to also pay for LSAT materials that I could not afford before. The biggest barrier to my education has been financial stress and this scholarship helps relieve that stressor. Thank you so much

With the generous award given by The Frank Church Institute, I am allowed to continue pursuing my degree in political science with an international relations and comparative politics emphasis at Boise State University. This award will also allow me the ability to pursue various public service opportunities without having to constantly worry about if I’ll be able to afford my education.

Throughout my educational career, I have wanted to become fluent in Arabic, learn about Middle Eastern cultures, and pursue a career in diplomacy. With this scholarship from the Frank Church Institute, I will be able to pursue these goals by funding my semester abroad in Morocco during my last year of college. While abroad, I plan on submerging myself in an authentic Moroccan experience and taking classes that are not available at Boise State, such as higher-level Arabic courses and Middle Eastern-focused political science courses. This will result in an enriching experience that will help me to pursue my long-term career goals in the Middle East.

It’s such an honor to receive this scholarship. Through my experience in public service, I’ve learned so much about myself and what I want to do in my future. Receiving this scholarship is a reminder that I’m on the right track. I can’t wait to further my knowledge and experience in the public service sector. One day, I hope to be working in a State capital and eventually work in government affairs!

Receiving the Frank Church Scholarship will be instrumental in my success. It will provide me the means to continue and further my pathway to becoming a political analyst. Boise State University’s generous funding encourages me to uphold a high personal level for academic achievement. The scholarship will assist me in furthering my education and pursuing a career in policy and politics.