The Linda Getch Dawson STEM Scholarship for Women at Archbishop Williams High School in Braintree, Massachusetts was established by AWHS alumna Linda Getch Dawson ‘67 to support deserving young women in their pursuit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics degrees.
The recipient must be able to strongly identify with and excel in STEM related coursework at AWHS. In addition, the student(s) must be able to verbalize their STEM interest and the importance of an increased number of women in science related careers.
Requirements upon the acceptance of the scholarship:
- Student must remain in high standards academically and behaviorally, maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Student must participate in a STEM related activity such as a science fair or presentation.