Edward Rivas Endowed Scholarship

The Edward Rivas Endowed Scholarship has been established in honor of Edward Rivas, Mercedes Grimes’ son to provide scholarships to deserving students in the Department of World Languages & Cultures majoring in Spanish. Preference for scholarship awards shall be given to eligible candidates who have demonstrated financial need and who are among the first generation in their family to attend college. Additionally, preference may be given to students who have demonstrated a commitment to or experience in supporting the Latin/Hispanic communities. Examples of demonstrated commitment or experience may include volunteer activities, involvement in student organizations, or participation in community organizations or events.

Scholarship: $1,000 towards tuition | Target: Spanish Majors | Type: Merit

Eligibility: University of Utah first generation college students in good standing working towards a degree in Spanish. Preference will be given to students who have demonstrated a commitment to or experience in supporting the Latin/Hispanic communities. Examples of demonstrated commitment or experience may include volunteer activities, involvement in student organizations, or participation in community organizations or events.

Required application materials:

• Completed application (including an essay which illustrates a commitment to or experience in supporting the Latin/Hispanic communities.)
• Transcripts
• Two letters of recommendation, one of which should be from your foreign language instructor. The letters may be sent directly to natalya.kuznetsova@utah.edu (Please contact your references in advance, your application will not be considered complete without references being submitted by February 2, 2026)
  How to Apply: Complete the scholarship form through Academic Works.