Frank and Patricia Baskind Scholarship

Established in 2010 through the generosity of Dr. Frank R. Baskind and his wife, Patricia Baskind, and their friends. Dr. Baskind served as dean of the School of Social Work for 16 years.

The Frank and Patricia Baskind Scholarship is awarded to full- or part-time B.S.W., M.S.W. or Ph.D. students who have a demonstrated dedication to pursuing a social work degree while currently experiencing a challenging situation, including students who are working parents returning to school, health emergencies, facing extreme financial hardships or a particularly challenging situation concurrent with the pursuit of their degree.

Award
Varies
Scopes
School of Social Work, VCU Foundation
Deadline
06/02/2024
Supplemental Questions
  1. As a student, have you faced challenges, broadly defined as being a working parent returning to school, health emergencies, facing extreme financial hardships, or a particularly challenging situation, while pursuing your degree?
  2. Please describe the characteristics that make you stand out as an individual and how those qualities will enable you to make a positive impact as a social work practitioner.