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Dr. Matilde Fava Italian Studies Scholarship

This $1000 scholarship is for a FSC student who will study on a Farmindgdale summer program in Italy for at least 3 weeks.

Please Apply With an Essay
The essay should be a one-page narrative that paints a picture of who you are as a person. The essay should include your personal history, familial background, intellectual influences, exposure to educational, professional, and cultural opportunities (or lack thereof), and the ways in which these opportunities have impacted you and your personal development.

Do not forget to include, specifically:

• Reasons why you want to study in Italy.
• What you plan to do during your study abroad experience in Italy (academically, culturally, personally).
• Explain how this experience could impact your career and life goals.

Email your essay, resume, and unofficial transcript to Eric De Sena at Eric De Sena by April 15.

Students who are eligible to receive the Scholarship must meet the following qualifications:

• FSC student accepted to a summer study abroad program of at least 3 weeks in Italy administered by FSC's Study Abroad Office.
• Enrolled in the Italian Studies Minor program or otherwise demonstrating an interest in meaningful studies related to Italian culture and language.
• Agree to meet with the Fava family or Department designee, prior to their trip to discuss their curiosity, and interest in what they hope to learn and discover.
• Upon return, write a meaningful essay suitable for publishing on the FSC Study Abroad website or other FSC outlet.
• Must remain in good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of no less than 2.9 as calculated at the end of the academic year leading into the summer study abroad.