To support a student planning to engage in research on the economic impact of workplace discrimination and retaliation. The scholarship seeks to empower emerging leaders to address workplace inequities through meaningful scholarship and advocacy.
Congratulations to our 2026 scholarship recipient, Sophia Lovett! Find out more about our previous winners here!
The Wanta Thome Employment Lawyers Scholarship is open to students conducting research on the economic consequences of workplace discrimination and retaliation. Eligible projects should examine how unfair treatment impacts employees, organizations, and the economy at large. The scholarship supports applicants who use data-driven research methods to document these effects and propose solutions. By funding this work, Wanta Thome seeks to inspire future scholarship that advances policy reform, advocacy, and workplace equity.
Application Deadline: April 30, 2027
Award Amount: $3,000.00
Applicants must submit an essay addressing:
Academic Integrity: Tools are allowed for brainstorming, but the final work must be original. Originality screening may be used for AI content writing alerts.
Applicants must describe their broader commitment to workplace equity, their academic journey, and how the scholarship will support their goals.
The candidate must submit a transcript from their current school. First-year college students, graduate students, or individuals who have recently transferred schools may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school and the most recent official transcript from their prior school. High school students can submit proof of acceptance to their college or university.
The recipient of The Wanta Thome Economic Impact of Workplace Discrimination Scholarship will be chosen during the month following the scholarship deadline.
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