Colorado Law Scholarships

SCHULTZ SCHOLARSHIPS

• Schultz Wildcat Scholarship - This scholarship will provide full tuition for one year to the most deserving second or third-year student who is interested in a career in natural resources law, environmental law, and/or energy law, and demonstrates the qualities described in the scholarship details. The Schultz Wildcat Scholarship is currently Colorado Law’s only named full-tuition scholarship.
• John & Cynthia Schultz Law Scholarships - These scholarships were established by John Schultz (’53) and his late wife Cynthia in 2004, and are awarded to second or third-year students who demonstrate financial need (though this need not be mentioned in the essay), a willingness to work hard and take risks, and an entrepreneurial spirit.

BARASH SCHOLARSHIP

• Dan Barash Scholarship - The Dan Barash Scholarship was established in memory of Dan Barash (’02) by his parents, Norma and Paul G. Barash and family. His scholarship will be awarded to a student who has demonstrated interest in criminal defense work through current or past enrollment in a criminal clinic, participation in a Public Defender Office internship or externship or related work before or during law school, and/or intention to work for the Colorado Office of the Public Defender or another indigent defense services provider. The Dan Barash Scholarship is currently Colorado Law's only named scholarship for two full-tuition awards.

AMERICAN INDIAN LAW SCHOLARSHIP

• Frank E. (Sam) Maynes Scholarship - The Maynes Scholarship, established by the Durango firm of Maynes Bradford Shipps & Sheftel LLP, is a need-based scholarship awarded to a Colorado Law student with an interest in American Indian Law or water law.

BUSINESS LAW SCHOLARSHIPS

• The Buck Family Law Scholarship - Awarded to one or more second or third-year students who are interested in doing in-house transactional work, particularly in the energy industry.
• Graduate School of Banking Scholarship - Awarded to students with an interest in a banking, finance, transactions, compliance, or securities industry career.
• Sarah L. Rector Memorial Scholarship - Sarah Louise Rector graduated from the University of Colorado Law School in 2010. While in law school she took part in the Entrepreneurial Law Clinic, and that experience helped shape her future career ambitions. She passed away March 16, 2013, after a brief illness. This scholarship was established in Sarah's memory by her parents, grandmother and Cooley, LLP. The scholarship is awarded each year to a student who embodies Sarah's spirit. Special consideration is given to students who participate in the School's entrepreneurship program with a preference given to students who participate in the School's Entrepreneurial Law Clinic.
• The Yaley Family Law Scholarship - Awarded to one or more second or third-year law students who demonstrate academic excellence and are interested in pursuing an in-house legal career, particularly with respect to transactional and international legal matters.

CRIMINAL DEFENSE SCHOLARSHIPS

• Melanie Ruth Vogl Memorial Scholarship - This scholarship was established by a gift from her estate to be awarded to students who have demonstrated outstanding trial advocacy skills and who desire to practice public interest law in the office of a public defender. Preference will be given to a 3L student.
• Bryan Shaha Scholarship - Awarded annually to one or more deserving students who have indicated a desire to work in indigent legal services/poverty law upon graduation from the Law School. Indications may include, but are not limited to, participating or having participated in the clinical program, interning for the state public defender or other indigent legal services providers, and intending to work for the Colorado Office of the Public Defender or other indigent services provider upon graduation. Preference will be given to a 3L student. 

ENVIRONMENTAL & NATURAL RESOURCES SCHOLARSHIPS

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY AND TECHNOLOGY SCHOLARSHIPS

• Level 3 Law and Technology Scholarship - This scholarship was created by Level 3 Communications, an international communications company, headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, to assist law students who are pursuing careers in technology law.
• James R. McBride Scholarship - Established in 2008 by Janet L. McBride in memory of her brother James (’64), a patent attorney, this scholarship is awarded to an outstanding student interested in intellectual property law.
• Tuttle Family Scholarship - Awarded to a student that has demonstrated a commitment to the practice of technology law.

PUBLIC INTEREST SCHOLARSHIPS

• The Davis Graham & Stubbs Scholarship - This scholarship will be awarded to students who show commitment to improvement of the legal profession and enlargement of its contributions to the public interest, demonstrated work in the public sector delivering legal services to people who could not afford it (e.g., on behalf of the Legal Defense Fund or other programs) and nterest in pursuing a career in trial law (if applicable).
• Kenneth N. Kripke and Derril K. Kripke Scholarship - This scholarship will be awarded to students who show commitment to improvement of the legal profession and enlargement of its contributions to the public interest, demonstrated work in the public sector delivering legal services to people who could not afford it (e.g., on behalf of the Legal Defense Fund or other programs) and nterest in pursuing a career in trial law (if applicable).

TAX, ESTATE, AND ELDER LAW SCHOLARSHIPS

• The William J. Bowe Scholarships - Awarded to students who show good scholastic ability in law school, have financial need, and demonstrate an interest in practicing in estate planning and taxation. The fund was established by fellow faculty members and friends of the late Professor Emeritus William J. Bowe.
• Michael Regis Savage Law Scholarship - This scholarship was established by Michael Regis Savage (’96) to support Colorado Law students. Special consideration may be given to students with an interest in tax law and who demonstrate financial need.
• Chayet & Danzo, LLC, Colorado Elder Law Scholarship - This scholarship was established by Marco Chayet (’97) and Frank Danzo (’95) of the Denver firm in 2010, is awarded to one or more students interested in pursuing a career in the area of elder law and/or probate and estates to assist the elderly, disabled and incapacitated and their families in times of need. This can be demonstrated by their choices of coursework (estates, probate, trusts, estate planning, or wills & trusts), legal aid clinics and externships. Preference for a 2L or 3L based on merit and student participation in mock/moot court competitions, writing competitions, and trial advocacy in elder law, estates, probate, trusts, etc.

CHARACTER AND PERSONAL EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIPS

• Class of 2008 Jennifer Lee Shelton Scholarship - Jenn Shelton was a cherished member of the Class of 2008 at the University of Colorado Law School who unexpectedly passed away as a 3L. The Class of 2008, the Shelton family, and Jenn’s friends honor her memory with this scholarship, which is to be given to one or more third-year law students who embody Jenn’s spirit of untiring love of life.
• Clifford J. Calhoun Scholarship - An award to a second or third-year law student who demonstrates academic excellence and the characteristics of Professor Emeritus Clifford J. Calhoun: intellectual ability of a high order with a commitment to enhance the classroom experience for all of his or her fellow students and prodigious integrity with an absence of self-aggrandizement.
• Earnest-Johnson/Christian Legal Society Scholarship - An award to a student who demonstrates a commitment to the principles and values that Hillary Earnest Johnson exemplifies: strong academic skills and a demonstrated commitment to a virtuous lifestyle and professional excellence.
• Gary Woods Family Scholarship - The Gary Woods Family Scholarship, established in 2010 by Sandra Woods and family in memory of her husband Gary A. Woods (’70), is awarded to one second or third year student who exhibits Gary’s balance in life: academic purpose and broad life interests and experience (including athletics and community activities).
• J. Brad Bernthal Endowed Scholarship - The Bernthal Scholarship was established by the generosity of one of Brad’s former students, Kaleb Sieh ’09, and a close colleague and friend, Jason Mendelson. Established in late 2014, the fund provides scholarships to individuals who embody the spirit of Professor Brad Bernthal. The scholarship will be given to students with an entrepreneurial (not an entitlement) mentality; students focused on giving to others, not on their own self-aggrandizement; and students with a growth mindset who are committed to self-improvement.
• Robert M. Gilbert (Class of ’38) Scholarship - An award to one or more deserving students, with special consideration to students who embody the qualities of Gilbert, particularly business acumen, willingness to take risks, entrepreneurial spirit, leadership, integrity and well- rounded interests and pursuits.
• Rodney Lewis Scholarship - Established by the Class of 2004, this scholarship is awarded to one second or third-year law student who exhibits Rodney’s qualities of a desire for learning, a love of life, and a dedication to one’s community (law school or other community). Preference is given to an applicant committed to using his or her law degree in the field of education. Financial need may be considered.
• Victor Quinn Scholarship - A scholarship to one or more students with financial need. A short essay describing an ethical issue you confronted and how you resolved it must be submitted with your application. The ethical issue need not be limited to a legal issue. 
• J. J. Witt Memorial Law Scholarship - This scholarship was established by the Class of 2001, to be awarded to a student who best exhibits qualities like J. J. These qualities include a positive outlook, a cheerful disposition, a sense of humor, and a sincere desire to see his or her peers and colleagues benefit as much as possible from their own pursuit of the Juris Doctor. Financial need may be considered. Students should nominate others to receive this scholarship. 

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS

• Commitment to Diversity Group - The following scholarships are primarily awarded to students who have strong academic achievement, and have contributed to a diverse student body. Need is a factor for these scholarships. 

Betsy Levin 
Caplan & Earnest
Philip and Mildred Danielson
Michael A. Geller
Joel H. Greenstein
Don Sears
Penfield Tate II

COMMUNITY-CENTERED SCHOLARSHIPS

• Ann B. Frick Student Support Scholarship - Awarded to a deserving student committed to public service and/or women’s issues.
• Aurora Bar Association Scholarship - The Aurora Bar Association Scholarship is awarded to one second or third year student who is a resident of Aurora, plans to pursue a legal career in Aurora, or demonstrates another strong tie to the City of Aurora. Financial need may be considered.
• The Jean S. Breitenstein Law Clerks Scholarship - One award to a third-year student without regard to residency who demonstrates academic ability and achievement, has financial need, and expresses a desire to enter the private practice of law in Colorado. The fund from which the award is made was established by former law clerks of the late Judge Breitenstein of the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals. Selected finalists have a telephone interview with the Financial Aid Committee.
• Colorado Women’s Bar Association (CWBA) Scholarship - One scholarship will be awarded to a second or third year student who is a member and active participant in the CWBA, has financial need, and has a demonstrated interest in the mission of the CWBA.
• Judge Gary M. Kramer – Dr. Susan I. Fixman Scholarship - As a student at Colorado Law, Judge Kramer was the grateful beneficiary of scholarships. Dr. Fixman and Judge Kramer established this scholarship, and distributions will provide support to students in the Law School who commit to actively engaging in public service in Colorado.
• J.D. MacFarlane Scholarship - Awarded to students who demonstrate an interest in public service.
• Roberts Family Colorado Public Service Scholarship - Awarded to a second or third-year students who graduated from a Colorado high school outside the Denver/Boulder area and who have an interest in pursuing a career in public service or in practicing in Colorado outside of the Denver/Boulder area upon graduation.

SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP

• Law Alumni Scholarship - given to a deserving student who has demonstrated academic achievement, financial need, and service to the law school community. Funds for this scholarship are generated from the Law Alumni Banquet.

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES SCHOLARSHIPS

• Conrad and Cheryl Swanson Scholarship - Scholarship will be awarded to a student who had full-time work experience prior to law school.
• Eklund Family Scholarship - The Eklund Family Scholarship was established by Carl ("Spike") and Nan Eklund and is awarded to a student who had full time work experience prior to law school. Spike is a "double-Buff" and graduated from Colorado Law in 1971. Nan graduated from the CU medical school in 1987. Their daughter and son-in-law, Jessica "J.J." and Michael McGawn, graduated from Colorado Law in 2000.
• BBG Construction Law Scholarship - Awarded to students with (a) either (i) demonstrated substantial work experience (of not less than two years) in the construction industry, which could include real estate development, construction management, engineering, or architecture.
• Matt Bond Scholarship - Awarded to a promising law student who has overcome adversity, with a preference for students who were the first in their family’s history to attend college.
• Thomas and Claire Brown Scholarship - Awarded to a law student who returned to law school with children and whose employment opportunities (or those of the spouse) are restricted.
• Cheney Galluzzi & Howard, LLC, Kick-Ass Trial Lawyer Scholarship - Awarded to a student with demonstrated excellence in trial advocacy, with a preference for participants in mock trial competitions. Students should be interested in pursuing a career in criminal defense, personal injury, or public defense.
• Robert M. Gilbert Law Scholarship - An award to a non-traditional student, particularly one who exceeds 30 years of age who may also be a single parent or individual in life transition such as a career change, divorce or widowhood; to assist an individual who is trying to better their life by attending law school, and needs financial assistance in order to achieve this goal.
• Hoskin, Farina, and Kampf Scholarship - Awarded to a student from the Western Slope of Colorado or elsewhere who wants to practice on the Western Slope.
• Harold Taft King and Thelma Owen King Memorial Scholarship - Awarded to students working their way through law school.
• Shawn Stigler and Alex Nelson Alpine Endeavors Law Scholarship - Established in 2004, this scholarship will be awarded to a third year student who in his or her first two years of law school demonstrated a passion for the alpine sports (skiing, snowboarding, telemarking, etc.). Submit a list illustrating your pursuit of excellence in and love for the alpine sports in spite of the rigors of the legal curricula.
• Donald S. Stubbs Scholarship - Awarded to children of families operating a ranch/farm or closely-related industries in Colorado, with financial need, and strong academic performance.
• Judi Wolf Scholarship - Awarded to one or more third year law students. Special consideration is given to students with demonstrated commitment to using their legal education for advocacy and representation on behalf of women and issues impacting the lives of women. An interest in the performing arts will also be given special consideration. Financial need will be considered but is not determinative.
• Leon and Dora Wolf Scholarship - Awarded to 3L students in the top 15% of their class, who have made substantial commitments working on the University of Colorado Law Review.
• Academic Achievement Scholarship - awarded to students who demonstrate superior academic achievement.
• Colorado Law Community Scholarship - awarded to deserving students who substantially contribute to the community of Colorado Law.
• Colorado Opportunities Scholarship - awarded to students who did qualifying summer work in a community outside the Denver/Boulder metro areas.