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The CCAPA Diana Donald Scholarship

In honor of the late Diana Donald, the Connecticut Chapter of the American Planning Association is pleased to announce the availability of this $2,500 scholarship.

Diana Donald, who passed away in 1975, was a Connecticut-based planner who was recognized nationally for her contributions to the profession. At the time of her passing at age 40, she was the first vice president of the American Institute of Planners and was in line to become president. Her status in the association set an historical precedent for women in planning. To be considered for this scholarship, you must be a resident of Connecticut or a student at a Connecticut institution enrolled in a graduate program in planning or a planning-related field.

The scholarship will then be awarded based on the following criteria:
- The student shall demonstrate the ability to work effectively as part of a group and/or the public
- The student shall demonstrate superior academic skills
- The student shall demonstrate of financial need
- The student shall demonstrate an intention to pursue a career in planning or a planning related field

Candidates please forward a completed application to:
Ms. Mary F. Savage-Dunham, AICP
Town Planner, Town of Southington
75 Main St PO Box 610
Southington, CT 06489

Questions or comments, please call 860-276-6248 or email savagem@southington.org

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