They Must Have Read My Mind

Well, I got this in my inbox today, I think there must be spies in the department:


Dear Trent,


The department of physics has been very fortunate to receive several GAANN (Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need) Fellowships beginning this Spring semester and you have been suggested as a candidate. These three year fellowships carry a stipend up to a maximum of $30,000 per year (the stipend will be at least commensurate with a TA stipend unless you have income from other sources) and in addition funds are given to cover all your tuition and fees. Funds are also allocated to purchase books, attend scientific meetings, purchase a computer, and other expenses related to your research activities. To be eligible for one of these fellowships you must be at least three years away from receiving your Ph.D.

Your stipend is based on financial need which is determined by filling out a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form which can be done online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Since you are a graduate student, you will not have to have your parents supply any financial details.

If you are interested in applying for one of these fellowships, please inform me immediately by email (Kattawar@tamu.edu) and then go online and fill out the FAFSA. This form is the sine qua non for you to be considered for these prestigious fellowships. Please remember, if you do receive one it will replace the Teaching Assistantship or Research Assistantship you already have.

I must receive your response before Monday, September 18th, for you to be considered.



Regards,

George W. Kattawar

Chair, Grad. Adm. Comm.