The Visitor Studies Association (VSA) is proud to again offer emerging professionals and students in the opportunity to apply for the April Award and student scholarships for the 2012 VSA conference in Raleigh, NC (July 24-28).

The April Award helps VSA members who are new to the field attend their first Visitor Studies Association conference. The April Award consists of a complimentary conference registration fee and a $500 travel stipend.

The Student Scholarship Program promotes student participation in VSA. A limited number of Student Scholarships are available to student members of VSA to help them attend their first VSA conference. The Student Scholarship consists of a complimentary conference registration fee.

Applications for both the April Award and Student Scholarships must be submitted on or before March 1, 2012.

Please spread the word and point potential applicants to this page for more information and the applications:

http://visitorstudies.org/conference-overview/scholarship-offers

Best, 

Kathleen Tinworth

2012 Awards Subcommittee Chair

VSA Professional Development Committee