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 "Since
1965, Cal Poly Pomona's campus has been blessed with Paul's dedication
and commitment to teaching excellence. Even in high school, Paul was attracted
to the idea of teaching chemistry. His experiences as a teaching assistant
in graduate school "cinched the deal". After receiving his Bachelor
of Science degree in chemistry at the University of Southern California,
he worked briefly as a research chemist for Dow Chemical Company. With
our good fortune, Paul didn't abandon his dream to teach. He accepted
a faculty position to teach general and physical chemistry courses at
Cal Poly Pomona. Dr. Hiemenz introduced courses in polymer chemistry and
colloid and surface chemistry. These courses continue to be offered regularly
by the Chemistry Department. He has also authored two textbooks, Polymer
Chemistry and Colloid and Surface Chemistry in his career. In 1987, Dr.
Hiemenz volunteered to start SEES. And shall I say, the rest is history?
Paul, I think the number of people in this room indicates the love shared
by students, faculty and staff. We all hate to see you retire but know
that you will always be in the hearts of your Cal Poly Pomona family."
-President Bob Suzuki, May 27, 1999
"Within the walls of the College of Science, most faculty and staff
know the name Paul C. Hiemenz. When asked, most associate Paul's quiet
demeanor, fairness, and developed sense of humor with his scholarly interests
and achievements. As the Dean of the College, I commend him for his continued
enthusiasm for teaching, learning and effectively addressing the needs
of individual students. 1987 was a good year for the College of Science
when Paul began his "adventure" as the SEES Program Director.
In 1990 the National Academic Advising Association recognized the SEES
Program as an Outstanding Advisement Program. At the same time it recognized
Dr. Hiemenz as an Outstanding Advisor. I first learned of the SEES program
in 1992. At that time it was the only thing I knew about Cal Poly Pomona,
and it was more than enough to attract my interest when the opportunity
came to move here. Paul, your dedication…your commitment…truly
exemplify the best that we have to offer. For years to come, the whispers
of your caring concern will echo throughout our halls. Thank you for serving
us so well."
-Dean Simon Bernau, May 27, 1999
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Guidelines
The Scholarship
1. The Scholarship will be called the Dr. Paul C. Hiemenz/Science Educational
Enhancement Services (SEES) Scholarship.
2. Each Scholarship will be a minimum of $500. The number and amount of
annual awards are subject to annual change depending upon the available
pool of endowment earnings. If the Selection Committee concludes that
no worthy candidates have applied during the year, it may elect to make
no award. The SEES Department encourages a family representative to be
present to make the award. This gives students a better opportunity to
understand Dr. Hiemenz's dedication to teaching and overall enthusiasm
for learning.
3. The recipient will be honored at the annual SEES reception. A plaque
listing the names of all recipients will be placed in a prominent position
near the Science Educational Enhancement Services (SEES) Office.
Selection of Recipients
1.The goal of the scholarship program is to award one or more scholarship(s)
annually to recognize at least one SEES student that demonstrates academic
excellence, financial need and qualities of leadership.
2. To qualify for scholarship consideration, and applicant must be an
active participant of SEES; must be registered with the Cal Poly Pomona
Financial Aid Program; and must submit a complete SEES Scholarship Application
packet to the SEES Office before the posted deadline date.
3. A complete application packet will include the SEES Scholarship Application
Form, a personal statement and official transcript(s) of all university
course work.
4. The personal statement will address the applicant's interests, activities,
accomplishments, and career plans.
5. Previous awardees are ineligible for consideration. Unsuccessful applicants
may reapply if they maintain eligibility.
6. Selection will be based on academic record and promise as evidenced
by the required application materials and unmet financial need, as determined
by the University Financial Aid Program.
7. The awardee selection process will be administered by the SEES Director
and other Dr. Paul C. Hiemenz/SEES Scholarship Selection Committee members.
Scholarship Selection Committee
1. The Dr. Paul C. Hiemenz/SEES Scholarship Selection Committee will
be comprised of the SEES Director, a SEES alumni representative, and a
SEES student representative.
2. Scholarship guidelines and procedures, including number and amount
of awards, are subject to periodic review by the Selection Committee.
Annual scholarship guidelines, procedures and related information will
be reflected in program announcements.
Endowment/Scholarship Fund Management
1. Cal Poly Pomona Foundation, Inc. will manage the investment of the
Dr. Paul C. Hiemenz/SEES Scholarship endowment fund.
2. The principal of the Dr. Paul C. Hiemenz/SEES Scholarship will forever
remain intact. The minimum award amount will be $500: scholarship amounts
and number of awards will be determined by the Selection Committee. The
Selection Committee will seek to exhaust available annual earnings from
the Endowment as scholarship awards.
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