AWWA Dr. James K. Edzwald Scholarship Grant

The AWWA Dr. James K. Edzwald Scholarship, established in 2023, honors Dr. James K. Edzwald and supports outstanding graduate students researching climate change impacts on water quality and treatment. With a focus on resilient methods for addressing algae, Cyanobacteria, and emerging contaminants, this $6,000 scholarship prioritizes candidates dedicated to a career in the water sector, promoting innovation and sustainability in water management.

The Water Equation Scholarships program supports students and operators at the beginning of their work in water. Scholarships are available through AWWA, corporate partners, and our Water Operator Continuing Education Fund.
This award was established in 2023 in honor of Dr. James K. Edzwald to recognize an outstanding graduate student pursuing research on documenting climate change effects on water quality and treatment and/or resilient treatment methods pertaining to supplies with algae, Cyanobacteria, natural organic matter, and/or contaminants of emerging concern to the drinking water industry. The scholarship will provide $6,000 in these topics with preference to a graduate student whose application emphasizes career goals of serving the water field.