David Bailey Coral Mapping Scholarship

Established in 2024, the David Bailey Coral Research Scholarship was founded through a generous donation from Mrs. Nancy H. Bailey (1966) in memory of her late husband, David.

Overview

David, a lifelong resident of Miami, deeply loved the waters of Biscayne Bay and its vibrant coral reefs. David’s connection to the ocean began early; he was an avid boater from age six and had a lifelong passion for diving on coral reefs. His final resting place is at the Neptune Memorial Reef, where he is buried beneath a lion, a testament to his enduring connection to the sea.

This scholarship honors David’s legacy and love for the ocean and advances crucial research in preserving and understanding the coral reefs he cherished. 

Eligibility

To apply, a student must:

  • Be currently enrolled in a doctoral program at the University of Miami.
  • Possess a minimum 3.5 cumulative graduate GPA.
  • Have an interest in coral reef mapping.

Application

Interested students must submit the following items before the December 1, 2024 deadline.

  • Online Application
  • Current CV
  • Personal Statement
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Two References
    • Current Advisor
    • Professional reference of your choosing

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Award Terms

The scholarship will partly cover the cost of tuition for the selected PhD student and may also partially fund other coral reef research-related expenses. 

The selected student will be supervised jointly by Dean Avissar and Professor Chirayath.

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