Extension Scholarships
UF/IFAS Extension and the Center for Land Use Efficiency are offering 10 scholarships to support County and Regional Extension agents attending the UF Water Institute’s 10th Biennial Symposium. Each scholarship includes paid early registration and up to $250 in travel reimbursement.
Preference will be given to Extension agents who submit an abstract for presentation.
Scholarship recipients are required to serve as judges in the Symposium’s poster competition.
Why Participate?
Your participation in the symposium will:
- Showcase how Extension programs contribute to the sustainability of Florida’s water resources
- Deepen your understanding of water issues across the state
- Enhance your ability to deliver impactful programming aligned with Extension’s Roadmap priority: “Enhancing and protecting water quality, quantity and supply”
- Provide valuable networking opportunities with professionals in Florida’s water-resource community
How to Apply
To apply, County and Regional Extension agents must complete the scholarship application form by October 17, 2025.
Award Process & Reimbursement
- If selected, you will be notified by the UF Water Institute.
- Submit a Travel Request through UFGO using the chartfield provided in your award email.
- Register and pay the symposium fee by December 13. Please note that as a scholarship recipient you must register as a Early Registrant.
- After attending the Symposium, submit a Travel Expense Report through UFGO for reimbursement.
Questions?
Contact:
Paloma Carton de Grammont
UF Water Institute
palomacgl@ufl.edu
Phone: 352-294-7744
