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Trout Unlimited’s mission is to conserve, protect and restore North America’s trout and salmon fisheries and their watersheds. TU accomplishes this mission on local, state and national levels with an extensive and dedicated volunteer network. Recognizing the impact of education and research on our coldwater resources, the Paul H. Young Chapter will award academic research grants to Undergraduate* and Graduate students enrolled in Michigan colleges and universities for project work that are aligned with the principles of the Chapter and Trout Unlimited. Amount of award
The award carries a stipend of $1,000 for Graduate students and $500 for Undergraduate* students. How to Apply
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* Not open to Freshman and Sophomores. Juniors may apply for academic research grants that will be awarded at the beginning of their Senior year. Seniors may apply for Graduate academic research grants that will be awarded upon proof of enrollment in a Graduate program. |
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2007 Scholarship Recipients |
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The Chapter received research grant applications from four individuals from various colleges and universities throughout the state. While all applicants were worthy, the Board of Directors selected the following individuals who will each receive a $ 1,000 research grant to help defray the costs associated with their respective projects: Jonathan Hansen
Michigan State University – Graduate Student.
Mr. Hansen’s project studies the effects of Dam removal on the Pine River. Mr. Hansen has participated in numerous fisheries projects over the course of his education including extensive experience working as a resource volunteer with the Michigan DEQ. Paul Kusnierz
Northern Michigan University - Graduate Student
Mr. Kusnierz’s project focuses on the movement and identification of Coaster Brook Trout in the Hurricane River in the Upper Peninsula. Mr. Kusnierz has extensive experience working as a resource volunteer and for the NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service. Martin Williams
Michigan State University – Undergraduate Student
Mr. Williams’ summer project focuses on fish habitat in the Upper Manistee and AuSable Rivers. Mr. Williams has participated in numerous fisheries projects over the course of his education including extensive experience working as a resource volunteer with the Michigan DNR. |
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2006 Scholarship Recipients |
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The Chapter received applications from seven individuals from various colleges and universities throughout the state. While all applicants were worthy, the Board of Directors selected the following individuals who will each receive a $ 1,000 scholarship. Damon Kruger
University of Michigan - Ph.D. candidate.
Project work focused on Chinook salmon recruitment in the Muskegon River. The project includes examining the interactions between alewives, piscivores and young Chinook and the overarching effects on the fish community. Mr. Kruger’s project also included collaboration with researchers from Grand Valley State University. Gerrit Cain
Northern Michigan University - Graduate Student
Project work focused on stream habitat use by Brook Trout and Steelhead in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Upon graduation, Mr. Cain hopes to continue working in fisheries research within the Great Lakes region. Kristopher Nitz
Michigan Technological University - Graduate Student
Project work focused on the environmental cues related to the timing and magnitude of Coaster Brook Trout migrations. Mr. Nitz would like to pursue a career with the DNR or Fish and Wildlife Service. |
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