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Scholarships and Awards
For Undergraduate Students
Harold J. and Arlyne G. Levy Award
A prize of up to $1,500 will be awarded annually to one rising or current sophomore, junior or senior student at the University at Buffalo who has demonstrated outstanding scholarship and commitment to the study of Jewish culture and heritage.
To apply, students should submit the following materials (either hard copies or digital attachments) to:
Jamie Farrugia
Department Adminstrator
712 Clemens Hall
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY 14260
jfarrugi@buffalo.edu
- A cover letter, including student's name, department, year of study and contact information.
- A resume or curriculum vitae.
- A writing sample, such as a term paper, research paper, etc.
- A transcript of UB undergraduate coursework.
Deadline: Last business day of April every year the scholarship is offered.
For Undergraduate Students
Irving M. and Marilyn C. Shuman Scholarship
A scholarship of up to $1,500 will be awarded annually to one rising sophomore, junior or senior student at the University at Buffalo who has demonstrated outstanding scholarship and commitment to the study of Jewish culture and heritage.
To apply, students should submit the following materials (either hard copies or digital attachments) to:
Jamie Farrugia
Department Adminstrator
712 Clemens Hall
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY 14260
jfarrugi@buffalo.edu
- A cover letter, including student's name, department, year of study and contact information.
- A resume or curriculum vitae.
- A writing sample, such as a term paper, research paper, etc.
- A transcript of UB undergraduate coursework.
Deadline: Last business day of April every year the scholarship is offered.
For Graduate Students
Joshua Dawson (right) 2018 winner of the Ruth and Isadore Bob Endowed Fellowship
Ruth and Isadore Bob Endowed Fellowship
A stipend of up to $5,000 will be awarded annually to support a UB doctoral student working in an academic area that touches upon Jewish culture or Judaism. This fellowship is made possible through a generous donation by Sharon Bob Young in honor of her parents, Ruth and Isadore Bob.
To apply, students should submit the following materials (as a single PDF file) to Brant Kresovich (bmk4@buffalo.edu):
- 1-2 page research statement explaining how the research concerns the Jewish experience.
- Curriculum vitae
- Letter from dissertation/thesis/project supervisor verifying the progress of the research and the quality of the nominee’s work.
Deadline: April 15
Past Recipients
Congratulations to the students who have earned recognition through these awards!
Harold J. and Arlyne G. Levy Award
- Michelle Coopersmith, 2021
- Justin Diamond, 2020
- Sofia Paulino, 2019
- Leah Silverstein, 2018
- Jordan Einhorn, 2017
- Nicole Caine, 2016
Irving M. and Marilyn C. Shuman Scholarship
- Noah Fence, 2021
- Eliza Orak, 2020
- Abbygail Hoke, 2019
- Sofia Paulino, 2018
- Carly Fromm, 2017
Ruth and Isadore Bob Fellowship
- Josh Dawson, 2020
- Ryan Smith, 2019
- Josh Dawson, 2018
- Maryclaire Koch, 2017
- Emina Melonic, 2014, 2015 and 2016
If you are interested in donating to an existing fund, or developing a fund in your name, we invite you to contact us for further information.
University Financial Aid
When you compare the cost of a UB education to national averages, the value is clear: our tuition and fees are among the lowest and most competitive in the nation.
For further information on university-wide scholarship assistance, please see Fellowships and Scholarships.