Five computer science students at the Georgia Institute of Technology have been named Squarepoint Foundation Scholars, according to a Mar. 18 announcement. The students will receive merit- and need-based scholarships funded by a $100,000 contribution from the Squarepoint Foundation, providing $10,000 per year for two years to each recipient as they enter their third year of undergraduate study.
The scholarship program aims to help students focus on their academic work and participate in activities beyond the classroom. The initiative is now in its second year supporting Georgia Tech’s College of Computing. Mary Hudachek-Buswell, interim chair of the School of Computing Instruction, led the selection committee that chose this year’s cohort.
“These students exemplify the curiosity, talent, and determination we strive to cultivate in computer science,” Hudachek-Buswell said. “The Squarepoint Foundation Scholarships will give them the opportunity to focus fully on their studies while pursuing research and projects that have the potential to make a real-world impact.”
All five scholars have demonstrated leadership on campus by serving as teaching assistants and earning faculty honors. They are also involved in research and study abroad programs. Allison Henry, manager at Squarepoint Foundation, said, “We are proud to continue our partnership with Georgia Tech, as we extend our support to a number of students working towards achieving their academic goals.” Henry added: “The Squarepoint Foundation aims to increase access to education, ensuring that all individuals have the opportunity to pursue the degree of their choice, no matter their circumstances. We wish these talented students the best of luck as they undertake their studies and recognize them for their hard work and dedication to the STEM field.”
One scholar, Maria Cymbalyuk, focuses her studies on cybersecurity and information internetwork threads with an interest in supporting public defenders through technology. “This scholarship made this semester feel less financially stressful and more like I can focus on building the skills and experiences I care about,” Cymbalyuk said. “I want to use my skills to build tools and do research that supports public interest organizations.”
Georgia Tech has produced notable alumni including military generals and leaders in engineering innovation according to its official website. The institute generated a $5.8 billion economic impact for Georgia according to its official website and features an urban campus spanning over 400 acres in Midtown Atlanta according to its official website. It is recognized among top public universities for undergraduate experiences according to its official website and is part of the University System of Georgia according to its official website.
