The International Pacific Halibut Commission funds several Merit Scholarships to support University and Technical College education. The scholarship fund has been established to assist the further education of Canadian and U.S. students connected to the halibut fishery and its industry. A limited number of scholarships, each currently valued at $2000 (US) per year, will be awarded. A committee of industry and Commission representatives will review applications and determine recipients based on academic qualifications, career goals, and relationship to the halibut fishery. The scholarships for 2003 will be available for educational entrance or continuation in Fall 2003. Additional questions can be directed to either Christine Carr ((206) 634-1838 ext. 201) or Bruce Leaman (ext. 203). Applications are available through the Commission offices and must be received by July 1, 2003:

International Pacific Halibut Commission
P.O. Box 95009
Seattle WA 98145-2009
USA

Phone (206) 634-1838
FAX (206) 632-2983

Applications may also be downloaded from the Commission’s internet website at:

http://www.iphc.washington.edu/halcom/scholar.htm

Bruce M. Leaman
Executive Director
Phone: (206) 634-1838
Web: www.iphc.washington.edu