Robert G. Leonard Memorial Scholarship Grant

Robert G. Leonard Memorial Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: TSHP Research & Education (R&E) Foundation
Amount: US $500
Last Updated: December 08, 2025

Summary

The Robert G. Leonard Memorial Scholarship, offered by the TSHP Research and Education Foundation, supports students enrolled in the Pharm.D. program at The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy. This scholarship honors Bob Leonard, an esteemed educator, and provides financial assistance ranging from $500 to $1,500 based on need, academic performance, and commitment to the pharmacy profession. The aim is to foster the next generation of pharmacy professionals in Texas.

Overview

Texas Society of Health-System Pharmacy The Texas Society of Health-System Pharmacy (TSHP) is a dynamic professional membership association which serves Texas health-system pharmacy professionals dedicated to the mission, vision, core values, philosophy, soul, spirit, and motto of TSHP. Mission: Texas Society of Health-System Pharmacy is a strong and vibrant membership-driven society of pharmacists, technicians, students, and professional colleagues who advocate for optimized patient care, professional practice, and public health. Vision: Leading the pharmacy profession by advancing patient care. TSHP Research and Education Foundation The TSHP R&E Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving health outcomes for Texans by funding numerous activities that advance healthcare through pharmacy research and education. The TSHP Research and Education (R&E) Foundation has been advancing health-system pharmacy practice though education, research, and professional development since 1977. Today, the Foundation’s managed assets and cash total around $918,000. TSHP R&E Foundation Scholarships The TSHP Research & Education (R&E) Foundation has been supporting our pharmacy community in Texas since 1977, reminding us of our shared strength in helping one another. Scholarships of $500 to $1,500 are awarded to undergraduate and graduate students. Scholarships from the Foundation are awarded on the basis of financial need, academic ability and career interest. Robert G. Leonard Memorial Scholarship The Robert G. Leonard Memorial Scholarship is presented to a student currently enrolled at The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy. Bob Leonard was one of the original faculty members to bring the Pharm.D. program to Texas and to UT when he joined the faculty in 1973. His brilliant career, work as an outstanding educator and active involvement in professional organizational life was cut short by his untimely death in 1981.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicants should: Be a member of the TSHP Student Section, andBe enrolled in the Pharm.D. program at The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy, andBe active in professional undergraduate activities, including their TSHP student chapter,Have a grade point average of 3.00 or better, andDemonstrate commitment and compassion for others and the pharmacy profession through community service. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member.