This new grant opportunity was formed in partnership with the Tennessee Native Plant Society (TNPS) and designed to support student engagement in plant research and conservation. TNPS has served the state of Tennessee since 1977, providing essential support toward protection of wild plant communities through education. The awards granted are intended to support students participating in botanical research, field studies, botanical outreach and education or herbarium activities that enhance the student’s educational experiences and likelihood of a career in botany.

Through the application process students will demonstrate their interests in botanical research by submitting a creative essay response to one of the two options provided.

Grant Details

Eligibility:

Applicants must be:

• Enrolled as an undergraduate at the University of Memphis

• Considering a career or continued education toward a career in botany

• Committed to completion of a botanical workshop offered through the ACRE Institute

For more information contact ACRE leadership at: acre@memphis.edu