Fellowships and Grants

Ruth M. Sosis Memorial Fellowships

Ruth M. Sosis (PhD '72) established a fellowship fund through her bequest to support outstanding doctoral students in the Department of Psychology. Nominated by members of the Department of Psychology, four students were awarded a Ruth M. Sosis Memorial Fellowship in recognition of their accomplishments in research, teaching, mentorship, and service to the department. 

Norman H. Anderson Grants

Norman H. Anderson, PhD, established a fund to support graduate students in Psychology.  Dr. Anderson (1925-2022) was a social psychologist and founding member of the Department of Psychology at the University of California, San Diego. He received a B.S. in 1946 and M.S. in 1949 from the University of Chicago. 

Current graduate students in the Department of Psychology may apply to the Norman H. Anderson Fund for travel and research grants. There will be three award cycles, with applications due the beginning of Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters. Awardees will be notified within approximately six weeks from the time of application. The Department anticipates making multiple awards.

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