Sherry A. and Emily R. Goeke Endowed Memorial Fellowship

This fellowship is in memory of Emily Goeke, one of our most promising graduate students in the University of Texas at San Antonio Sociology Department’s Master’s Program. Established by Emily’s family in 2014, the fellowship is awarded to a current sociology graduate student who demonstrates outstanding academic performance and the potential for becoming an exceptional professional in the field of sociology. It is an annual award of $8,000.00 covering an academic year.

An applicant must have a minimum 3.50 GPA in sociology graduate coursework, completed at least 9 graduate hours, has not withdrawn (W) from a graduate course, demonstrates outstanding use of sociological theory and methodology for understanding social issues. Additionally, the applicant must demonstrate financial need as determined by the Financial Aid Office. Therefore, to be considered for the fellowship, an application for financial aid will be filed and approved by the Financial Aid Office.

The following items must be submitted for fellowship award consideration.
1. A personal narrative stating the purpose for applying for the fellowship and why he/she qualifies for the award.
2. A curriculum vita.
3. A current copy of coursework transcripts (an official university copy is not required).
4. Two letters of recommendation.

The recipient of the award must be enrolled as a full-time graduate student during each semester during the award period.