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When you support the Department of Emergency Management and Disaster Science (EMDS) at UNT, you provide unparalleled opportunities for our students, our faculty and our potential.

EMDS/EADP Scholarships

Tom Joslin Memorial Scholarship

Established in memory of Tom Joslin, one of the first faculty members of the Emergency Administration and Planning program at the University of North Texas, this scholarship is open to students who are at least a sophomore at the time the award is made, who are enrolled full time in the College of Health and Public Service with a 3.0 GPA or above and who are committed to a career in emergency management. Applicants should demonstrate leadership qualities and involvement in community service activities. The completion of an essay as well as two letters of reference from sources outside of the EADP program are required as part of the application.

Scholarships are awarded each year in the amount of $1,000 payable in two installments ($500 in the fall and spring semesters).

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

For instructions on how to apply, please click here.

The Michael A. Penaluna Endowed Scholarship in Emergency Administration and Planning

The Michael A. Penaluna Endowed Scholarship in Emergency Administration and Planning is open to emergency management students with a 3.0 GPA or above enrolled full time in the College of Health and Public Service Department of Emergency Management and Disaster Science. Established by Michael A. Penaluna, a career emergency management professional, 1988 graduate of the Emergency Administration and Planning (EADP) program at the University of North Texas, and strong supporter of UNT and its EADP program, the scholarship is open to students who demonstrate eligibility for need-based financial assistance as determined by completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Recipients also must join and be active members of the International Association of Emergency Managers Student Chapter.

This scholarship may be awarded to a previous recipient on an annual basis if the recipient reapplies and continues to meet eligibility requirements.

For instructions on how to apply, please click here.

Alyssa Carrier Emergency Management Scholarship

Established in honor of Alyssa Carrier, whose hope is for this scholarship to give back to an industry that furthers her passion for helping others, the Alyssa Carrier Emergency Management Scholarship provides scholarships for students pursuing a major in emergency administration and planning in the Department of Emergency Management and Disaster Science in the College of Health and Public Service who demonstrate eligibility for need-based financial assistance as determined by completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Recipients must also must meet the minimum entrance and continuing academic performance standards of the University.

*All eligible students must maintain full-time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full-time enrollment.

Karen Reilly McCormick Endowed Scholarship in Emergency Administration and Planning

The Karen Reilly McCormick Endowed Scholarship in Emergency Administration and Planning is open to emergency management undergraduate students enrolled full time in the College of Health and Public Service Department of Emergency Management and Disaster Science program (EMDS) who demonstrate eligibility for need-based financial assistance as determined by completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Established by Karen McCormick, a 30-year career employee with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), who responded to some of the largest national disasters such as 9/11, Columbia Shuttle, Hurricane Katrina/Ike, Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill, and the Texas City British Petroleum Facility Explosion. Ms. McCormick holds two degrees from UNT, a bachelor’s degree (1991) from the Emergency Administration and Planning (EADP) program and an MPA (2018) from the Public Administration program. Additionally, Ms. McCormick is an adjunct professor in the EMDS department (previously EADP) since 2004 and has been a strong supporter of UNT and its programs related to emergency administration and management. Recipients must also be a member in good standing of the International Association of Emergency Managers Student Chapter.

*All eligible students must maintain full time enrollment as established by the University, unless the student is nearing completion of their degree program and does not need full time enrollment.

EMDS Excellence Fund
By giving to the department’s Excellence Fund, you’ll support our collective efforts to propel the EADP program forward and help provide enriching opportunities for our students throughout the year.

If you have questions about supporting EMDS, please contact Shelly Lane (940-891-6860) today.

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EMDS/EADP Scholarships