If you have the plans of enrolling for the Intensive Brewing Science and Engineering course then here is the good news for you! The Glen Hay Falconer Foundation is expecting applications for its wonderful Glen Hay Falconer Scholarship 2021. The scholarship is open to professional brewers and homebrewers from the states of Washington, Oregon, Alaska, Hawaii, and California’s northern geographic region (San Francisco Bay/Monterey Bay areas and north). The Intensive Brewing Science & Engineering (“IBS&E”) course is a 22-week distance education program with a final week of residential instruction in Middlebury, Vermont.
The mission of the Foundation is to contribute to the Northwest craft brewing community by providing opportunities for professional and aspiring brewers to further their knowledge and expertise. Since 2004, the Foundation has granted a total of 43 brewing education scholarships to brewers from throughout the Pacific Northwest. The main motive of the program is the advancement of the candidates who are truly interested in advancing their education with the help of some funds. The program is specially designed to advance the field and careers of the individual through advanced courses.
The Glen Hay Falconer Foundation is a non-profit organization created to commemorate and celebrate the life, interests, and good works of a well-loved and leading Northwest brewer. The Foundation is a beneficiary of Yakima Chief-Hopunion’s Falconer’s Flight initiative. Falconer’s Flight is an exclusive proprietary blend created to honor and support the legacy of Glen Hay Falconer and many notable breweries have developed beer around the Falconer Flight hop. The Foundation also produces the Sasquatch Brewam golf tournament pairing all levels of golfers and beer lovers with celebrity brewers.
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Brief Description
Check the table below to get quick information about the scholarship:
| Organization | Glen Hay Falconer Foundation |
| Educational Level | University or College students |
| Subjects | Brewing science and engineering |
| Amount | $1000 and full tuition |
| Access Mode | Online and Offline |
| Number of Awards | Undefined |
| City | VT |
| Nationality | Domestic and International |
| Country | United States |
| Application Deadline | November 11, 2020 |
| Application Fees | Nil |
| Requirement | Application, Essay |
Who May Be Eligible?
Only the eligible candidates should apply for the program. Go through the requirements before applying:
- Fellows should be interested in completing the intensive brewing science and engineering course.
- The scholarship is open to professional brewers and homebrewers from the states of Washington, Oregon, Alaska, Hawaii, and California’s northern geographic region (San Francisco Bay/Monterey Bay areas and north).
How to Apply
Fellows first need to complete the admission process in the program for this scholarship. Candidates applying for the Glen Hay Falconer Foundation Brewing Scholarship must include a completed application and supporting information as described on the admissions page. The content of your application, quality of your essay responses, and letters of recommendation are very important, as this information is all the Selection Committee has to evaluate your candidacy. The complete application package should be provided at the address below. If you submit your application electronically, it must be in one single PDF file.
American Brewers Guild Diploma Program
610 Rt 7 South
Middlebury VT 05753
Supporting Documents
- Two essay questions below and provide two letters of recommendation, with one letter being from a professional brewer.
- Relate how your accomplishments have demonstrated your dedication to the art of craft brewing.
- Discuss how you will help further the goals of the Glen Hay Falconer Foundation.
Benefits
This scholarship is offering a full-tuition scholarship to the Intensive Brewing Science & Engineering course that begins on January 17, 2021, and runs through June 25, 2021. The scholarship includes a $1,000 stipend to help offset travel and lodging expenses for the final onsite week in Middlebury, Vermont. It ultimately reduces the burden on the students who are looking forward to advancing their education with this program.
Application Deadline
The full application must be received no later than November 11, 2020.