Who was Ernest Cory?
After receiving his degree from the Maryland Agricultural College
in 1909, Ernest Cory was appointed first as Assistant Entomologist,
then in 1914 as Head of the Department of Entomology and Zoology.
He continued as Head until 1956, focusing his efforts on the
introductions of exotic pests and quarantine operations. He was
also active in the Association of Economic Entomologists, and
worked diligently for the union of entomological organizations
into the current Entomological Society of America in 1953. At
his retirement, his family and friends raised funds to establish
the Ernest N. Cory Scholarship.
What does the Cory Scholarship provide?
The Scholarship fund provides up to $1,000 towards tuition
remission for two students each semester.
Who is eligible for the award?
All undergraduates being mentored by a faculty or staff member,
post-doc, or graduate student within the Department of Entomology
are equally eligible for the Cory Scholarship.
How can the funds be used?
The funds are transferred from the Scholarship Office to the
student's account with the Bursars Office. Thus, the funds can
be used for tuition and related expenses.
What should an undergraduate do to be considered for
the Scholarship?
Students should apply for the award by submitting the following:
- A letter of application, describing their activities in
the Department of Entomology
- A current transcript (unofficial is okay)
- A letter of recommendation from a faculty member
Submit application materials by November 15 for the spring semester
or by April 15 for the fall semester to:
Chair, Cory Scholarship Committee
Department of Entomology
4112 Plant Sciences
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
How are the Cory Scholarship winners selected?
The Cory Scholarship Committee, consisting of faculty members
from the Department of Entomology, will review applications.
The following are to be considered as primary criteria in the
selection of Cory winners:
- The Cory is to be awarded for career accomplishments within
the Department of Entomology. Of particular importance are
demonstration of independent effort and innovative or creative
contributions and accomplishments in research and extension.
- Strong candidates who have not previously received a Cory
Scholarship will receive favored consideration over a comparable
candidate who is a previous Cory winner.
In addition, academic achievement, at least in recent semesters,
will be of consideration to the Cory Award Committee. In cases
in which candidates receive equal rankings, priority for the
award will go to second semester seniors.
How can students become involved in research or extension
activities under the mentorship of faculty, post-docs, or graduate
students in the Department of Entomology?
Undergraduate
Research Assistant Program (URAP), Howard
Hughes Fellowships, Entomology Honors Program, and ENTM
389 Independent Research are a few of the ways that undergraduates
have begun working in laboratories in the Department of Entomology.
Contact one of the faculty members to schedule an appointment,
or first view information on research foci at the department
website.
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