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Gladis and Rhee Johnson Scholarship
Gladis and Rhee Johnson Scholarship has been made possible by the generous contribution of Dr. Raju Rhee (TISS 2011-13) in the name of his parents, Mr. Rhee Johnson and Late Gladis Johnson.
Eligibility
Institution: Tata Institute of Social Sciences (Mumbai Campus)
Course: First-year student from School of Social Entrepreneurship/School of Social Work/School of Health System Studies.
Income limit: Rs. Four lakhs annual family income
Gender: All Genders
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Value of scholarship
Rs. 100,000 for the entire duration of study at TISS
Selection process
1. Applications rollout to be done by Bridge team along with the TISS Student Aid Applications
2. Applicants to submit SOPs
3. Initial Screening against the eligibility to be done by Bridge
4. Shortlisted profiles to be shared with OSA/Student aid committee for recommendations
5. Final interviews to be conducted by OSA/Student aid committee along with the funders
Number of awards
Two students will be be awarded the scholarship (depending on the selected applications and availability of funds)
Meet the scholars
Pragati Panjikar
Masters in Public Health - Health Administration
Bridge Gladis & Rhee Johnson Scholar, 2023-24
I hail from a rural area in Bihar where I encountered significant challenges in pursuing my education. The absence of educational resources posed a major obstacle, with schools far from my residence. Moreover, the dearth of opportunities for higher education compelled me to relocate to a city. However, the financial burden associated with living in a city became a formidable hurdle. My parents faced considerable hardships managing the necessary funds for my academic pursuits. Unfortunately, my family is grappling with a severe financial crisis, rendering me unable to meet the required fees. This scholarship serves as a beacon of hope, offering a crucial lifeline that enables me to overcome this financial barrier and continue my education.Securing this scholarship not only facilitates completing my academic journey at the esteemed institution but also paves the way for a brighter and more prosperous future. I express profound gratitude to Bridge for their remarkable support, as this scholarship is instrumental in not only realizing my educational aspirations but also my personal and professional development.