Spring 2025 Application Deadline:

11:59 am on Monday, April 14, 2025

Dedicated to Helping Others

Pitzer Sophomore and Junior applicants are preferred, but a solid proposal for a Senior Year Independent Study will not be excluded from consideration.

Application deadline: Complete applications are due by 11:59 am on Monday, April 14, 2025

Criteria for the Award and Additional Information

1. The projects should involve directly helping people (tutoring, social work, community service, etc.) rather than only library research.

2. Preference will be given to students majoring in Psychology or Sociology (with an interest in clinical work), but students from all majors are encouraged to apply.

3. The applicant should be able to return to Pitzer to share the results of their experience with the Pitzer community. At the conclusion of the project, a brief report is required and will be sent to Katie’s friends and donors to the Memorial Fund.

4. Special attention may be given to projects in which students take the initiative to develop proposals for experiences appropriate to their particular interests and programs of study.

5. Number and dollar amount annually awarded varies—typically 3-5 awards of $500-$1500 each.

6. Award notifications are expected by May 5, 2025.

Students should submit the following in the attachment section below:

• A written proposal not to exceed 700 words which explains the proposed project and how you will use the requested support (transportation, materials, books, etc.)
• A brief detailed budget outlining anticipated expenses for the proposed project.

For questions, email DOFBudgets@Pitzer.edu

Budget Management Team

Andrea Harris & Brigitte Garney

DOFBudgets@Pitzer.edu

Pitzer College | Office of the Dean of Faculty