The Darrel Hess Community College Geography Scholarship is a scholarship program offered by the American Association of Geographers (AAG) to support community college students who are pursuing a degree or certificate in geography or a related field. The scholarship is named after Darrel Hess, who is a renowned geographer and author of several popular textbooks on physical geography. The scholarship is intended to recognize and support students who are following in Hess’s footsteps and pursuing their passion for geography.
The scholarship provides a one-time award of $1,000 to help cover the recipient’s educational expenses. Recipients are also invited to attend the AAG Annual Meeting and receive a one-year membership to the AAG.
If you’re a community college student who is interested in applying for the Darrel Hess Community College Geography Scholarship, you can find more information on the AAG website or by contacting the AAG directly. The application deadline is usually in late October.