JOYCE IANNUZZI SCHOLARSHIP REACHES PRESIDENTIAL STATUS

“By increasing the support of the Joyce Iannuzzi Endowed Scholarship for Computer Science and Technology to the presidential status level, the family, friends, and colleagues of Mrs. Iannuzzi have ensured a lasting memory in her honor as well as provided the opportunity for additional students to achieve their goals,” says Lowell Wenger, Ph.D., dean of the School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.

A pioneer in engineering and computer science, Joyce Iannuzzi came to UAB in 1975. She served for more than 20 years as a customer support advocate and champion for thousands of students, faculty, and staff, first as a computer programmer and later as manager of User Services, until her unexpected death in May 2003. The scholarship that was established in her name in 2003 has been renamed the Joyce Iannuzzi Endowed Presidential Scholarship in Computer Science and Technology. A scholarship of this status is one of the most significant and substantial given at UAB.

“We are particularly grateful for this scholarship support as we can build upon the successes of the computer and information sciences department and attract even more qualified and talented students into the program,” Wenger adds.

“Joyce always loved UAB, and she loved to see students prosper from their education there,” Francesco Iannuzzi, Ph.D., says of his late wife. “She came from a modest beginning to achieve many things for UAB and its students. I know she would be proud that the scholarship has reached presidential level because it will continue to assist many students for years to come in achieving their dreams.”

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APPLY FOR A SCHOLARSHIP

Applications are currently being sought for the 2007-2008 Iannuzzi Endowed Scholarship in Computer Science and Technology.

Eligibility requirements:

1. Applicants must be CS majors at the time of applications.
2. Applicants should have demonstrated solid academic promise.
3. Applicants should have earned a 3.0/4.0 overall GPA.

Application instructions:

Qualified students are encouraged to apply.  Applicants should submit a one page essay, which emphasizes his/her CS academic accomplishments, extra curricular activities , and career goals.  Submit essays to John Faulkner, CH 118, or email as attachment to advisor@cis.uab.edu

Application deadline:

All applications must be received by May 31, 2008

GIVE TO THE SCHOLARSHIP CAMPAIGN

The campaign to build the scholarship fund officially began on April 22^nd, 2004.  Contributions in any amount are welcomed, and are fully tax-deductible. If you would like to contribute to this scholarship fund in memory of Joyce Iannuzzi, click on the link below: