Dr. Mary Watt and Giuseppe D’Amata Scholarship for Diversity in Study Abroad

Fund Purpose
The spendable income shall be used for awards to study abroad in the UF in Rome - Language and Culture summer study abroad program. The University recognizes the Donor's strong and abiding commitment to increasing the diversity of the UF in Rome program to enrich the program experience for all participants. Accordingly, the faculty of Italian Studies agrees, in choosing the award recipients, to consider the following factors: demonstrated commitment to making meaningful contributions to a pluralistic community and a diverse student body; sensitivity to and understanding of racial and ethnic issues in society; commitment to learning to better communicate across the social lines of culture, gender, race, generation, geography, and class; ability to overcome educational, social, or other disadvantages; and leadership potential.