The Doris White Memorial Scholarship is being awarded in honor of Dr. Doris Gnauck White, in tribute to her unfailing enthusiasm for, and devotion to, both scientific research and the professional development of teachers. She was a distinguished scientist, an inspiring educator, and a valued friend of New Jersey Science Teachers Association (NJSTA). In 2001, the organization awarded Dr. White its highest honor, the NJSTA Citation Scroll, which cited her willingness to share her expertise with teachers and students to improve science teaching in New Jersey, her ever-constant interest in and research into significant issues in science, her uncanny ability to incant somnolent activity in poultry, her courageous ability to enthusiastically approach life's circumstances with a positive and friendly manner, and her loyalty and leadership in attaining the goals of our association.

Awardees will receive a certificate, one day registration at the 2022 New Jersey Science Convention, and a one year NJSTA membership.

Two Awardees will be selected for the 2022 award. 

The requirements:

• open to undergraduate and graduate students who are currently enrolled in a Teacher Education Program at a New Jersey institution of higher education.
• applicants should be prospective teachers who enjoy teaching science to students at any grade level, from pre-kindergarten through grade 12.
• completed application
• transcript showing current enrollment in Teacher Education Program
• Lesson plan (see application)
• Essay describing how attending NJSC will benefit the applicant

Please submit applications for this unique preservice educator opportunity so that it is received by 

noon on Wednesday, October 12, 2022. 

Completed applications can be emailed to coletta@waksman.rutgers.  

Please click below to view and download the application.
Doris White Scholarship Application