Aldo Leopold Memorial Scholarship

The Aldo Leopold Memorial Scholarship provides support and recognition for future wildlife researchers and managers who are continuing their professional training. A total of $1,000 may be awarded each to one graduate student and one undergraduate student who has made a commitment to the wildlife profession and has shown exceptional commitment to developing themselves professionally. The Committee will determine the number of individual scholarships awarded. Applicants should be: currently enrolled at a technical school, college, or university within Wisconsin; be majoring in wildlife management, ecology, zoology, biology, or related field, and have a minimum G.P.A. of 3.0.

To apply, students must submit the following information, emailed no later than January 26th, 2024 to: Lesa Kardash - Lesa.kardash@wisconsin.gov

1. Letter of application, including a statement of professional goals and philosophy, and a summary of experiences or activities that relate to and show a commitment to wildlife conservation
2. official copy of college/university transcripts
3. Two letters of recommendation