How to Apply

Steve Prchal Memorial Scholarship Fund

The Steve Prchal Memorial Scholarship was established in Steve's honor to continue his dream of 'turning the world onto bugs'. First time attendees can apply for a scholarship that covers Conference registration, round-trip transportation, room & board, and meals.

The goal of this scholarship:

Offer an opportunity to attend the annual Invertebrates in Education and Conservation Conference (IECC)
Foster the passion of individuals interested in the field of entomology
Allow for professional networking and mentorship opportunities to individuals looking to pursue studies and/or a career in entomology
Provide professional development opportunities in the form of field trips, workshops, and scientific and educational lectures.

The Scholarship will provide funding for the following (up to $2,000):

IECC registration (full) including one workshop and one field trip of your choice
Round-trip airfare from the award recipient’s point of origin to the destination city
Round-trip airport shuttle ground transportation
Hotel/lodging throughout the duration of the conference (based on double occupancy rate)
A stipend to cover meals and incidentals

Applications for the 2021 scholarship will be accepted until April 15, 2022.

For complete rules, and information on how to apply please see the 2022 scholarship application form available here.

The Steve Prchal Scholarship Fund is sponsored by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Terrestrial Invertebrate Taxon Advisory Group (TITAG).