Giovanni Carini Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to select undergraduate students at UWM–Milwaukee planning an approved study abroad program in Italy. Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree students only Open to all majors (Italian major not required) Academic merit required Financial need required (demonstrated via FAFSA) Application materials: Essay on interest in studying abroad in Italy Academic transcript Additional information: Applications accepted February–March for summer or fall programs Must apply to the UWM Center for International Education (CIE) for program approval by March 1 FAFSA must be on file by the scholarship deadline Note: For Milwaukee-campus students studying abroad outside the U.S.; not for international students coming to UWM.

Donor
Friends and family of Giovanni (Gon) Carini
Award
$1,000
Schools, Colleges, Departments, and Areas
Study Abroad Scholarships, Italian Program, College of Letters & Science, Need-Based Scholarships, UWM Foundation Scholarships, World Language & Cultures Department
Deadline
03/15/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. Please upload a copy of your most recent UWM transcript in PDF format. An unofficial version downloaded from PAWS is acceptable.
  2. Briefly explain why you have chosen to study the Italian language and culture. How is it relevant to your professional and personal goals?
  3. Provide a short description of the study abroad program or international internship you will be participating in during the Summer or Fall 2025 semester that is outside of the United States. Include the time period you will be abroad (minimum of two weeks). You must have also been approved for this program through the UWM Center for International Education.