Geoffrey R. Laird Memorial Scholarship
Community Foundation of Northern Illinois
Supporting high-achieving men pursuing careers in math and science.
Scholarship Background and Intent June 25, 1983 – October 14, 2000
Geoffrey Laird was born in Erie, Pennsylvania and lived in Indiana and California before moving with his family to Rockford, Illinois. He was a student at Keith Country Day School and Boylan High School, and was involved in music, theater, swimming, and computers. Geoffrey always had a ready smile and laugh, and the ideal candidate for this scholarship will share his enthusiasm for others and his kind spirit.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be a male under the age of 23.
- Currently reside in Winnebago County.
- Intend to pursue a degree in math, science, or computer technology.
- Demonstrate financial need.
Specifications
Academic performance will be given high priority consideration in the selection process.
Written Prompt
Each CFNIL scholarship is created with a specific purpose in mind. As you complete the application, the system automatically matches you with every scholarship for which you are eligible and will present you with a specific written prompt for each. You're encouraged to craft a unique response to each prompt to show the reviewers why you're the best candidate for that scholarship.