Louise Moritz Molitoris Leadership Scholarship for Undergraduates

The Louise Moritz Molitoris Leadership Award is awarded to women pursuing undergraduate studies in transportation or a related field who demonstrate leadership skills, ability and interest.

The purpose of the Louise Moritz Molitoris Leadership Award is to motivate and reward women who demonstrate leadership in the transportation industry. The leadership, skills and perspective of women are essential to assure that the transportation systems of the future respond to the needs of all. Leadership does not just happen. Leaders personally invest and risk much. They must take on struggles that many would avoid and persevere to reach successful outcomes. These qualities should receive special attention in the selection of the award winner.

The Louise Moritz Molitoris Leadership Fund is in the amount of $3,000. The minimum criteria for selection are as follows:

a. Open to women

b. GPA of 3.0 or higher

c. Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in a transportation-related field, such as transportation engineering, planning, finance or logistics

d. Plans to pursue a career in a transportation-related field

e. Applicants for the Molitoris Leadership Scholarship are asked to specifically address the issue of leadership on their personal statement.

Applications must be submitted through local WTS chapters. The scholarships are competitive and based on the applicant's specific transportation goals, academic record and transportation-related activities or job skills. Awards will be presented May 20, 2010 in Washington, DC, and attendance at dinner is strongly recommended. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Local Chapters may have additional requirements (such as personal interviews or higher GPA). Please contact your local WTS chapter for more information.