Google Europe Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship

Dr. Anita Borg (1949 – 2003) devoted her adult life to revolutionising the way we think about technology and dismantling barriers that keep women and minorities from entering computing and technology fields. She fought tirelessly for the development of technology with positive social and human impact, and her combination of technical expertise and fearless vision continues to inspire and motivate countless women to become active participants and leaders in creating technology. As part of Google’s ongoing commitment to furthering Anita’s vision, we are pleased to announce the Google Europe Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship 2007, through which we hope to encourage women to excel in computing and technology and become active role models and leaders. We will award scholarships based on the strength of candidates’ academic background and engagement within the community related to science and/or technology. A group of female BSc, MSc, and PhD student finalists will be chosen from the applicant pool. The scholarship recipients, selected from the finalists, will each receive a €5,000 (or equivalent) scholarship for the 2007/2008 academic year.

Eligibility Requirements Candidates must: • Be a female student entering her final year of a BSc, or enrolled in an MSc or PhD programme (or equivalent) in 2007/2008. • Be enrolled in full-time study at a University in Europe. Citizens, permanent residents, and international students are eligible to apply. • Be studying Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Informatics, or a related technical field. • Maintain an excellent academic record.

How to Apply Please complete the online application form and submit the following documents via email: • Updated copy of your CV • Transcripts • Answers to four short essay questions • Two recommendation letters For complete details, essay questions and application procedures, please visit us at www.google.com/anitaborg-europe/ All online applications and emails must be submitted by Friday, January 12, 2007. Finalists will be notified in March 2007 and recipients will be announced in April 2007.