NEWS RELEASE

News Bureau . Schofield Hall 201 . Eau Claire, WI 54702
phone: (715) 836-4741
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EAU CLAIRE — Applications are now being accepted for the Excellence in Mathematics and Computer Science Scholarship program at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.

The program provides scholarships of up to $3,125 per year for students majoring in mathematics or computer science at UW-Eau Claire with demonstrated financial need. In addition, the program provides support in the form of faculty and peer mentoring, student/faculty research projects, capstone and independent study opportunities, career counseling that includes preparation for graduate school, and service-learning and internship opportunities.

The EMACS program is funded by a $400,000 grant from the National Science Foundation in recognition of UW-Eau Claire's outstanding programs in mathematics and computer science.

Information and application forms can be found on the EMACS Web site or from the admissions office.

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Judy Berthiaume, Director
UW-Eau Claire News Bureau
Schofield 201
(715) 836-4741
newsbur@uwec.edu

Updated: December 10, 2004