Edward B. and Jacqueline A. Parris Award

GRADUATE AWARD
The Edward B. and Jacqueline A. Parris Award is presented to a graduating COMP student for academic excellence. Long-time friends of WesternU Founding President Philip Pumerantz, Edward and Jacqueline Parris were great supporters of COMP since its early days as an up-and-coming osteopathic medical institution.

Please limit your applications to a maximum of three Graduate Awards and three Honors & Recognition Awards. Applications exceeding these limits will not be considered.

Prohibition of AI-Generated Content
To maintain academic integrity and ensure the authenticity of work, the use of generative artificial intelligence tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Grammarly GO, Bard, or similar) to produce, rewrite, or substantially edit content in submissions is strictly prohibited. All submitted work must reflect the student’s own original thinking, analysis, and expression. Any use of AI-generated material will be considered a violation of academic honesty policies and may result in disqualification of award application.

Award amounts granted may vary each year depending on available funding.

Notice of Non-discrimination
In accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, Western University of Health Sciences (Western U) is committed to ensuring a campus community free from unlawful discrimination. Western U strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination in all its programs, activities, admissions, and employment. This policy applies to all aspects of the university, including education programs, employment, admissions, and any other Western U activities

Award
Amount Varies
Scopes
COMP, COMP - California Campus Only
Deadline
01/12/2027
Supplemental Questions
  1. Please describe your accomplishments at COMP, with particular emphasis on your contributions to service and demonstrated leadership. Highlight specific roles, activities, initiatives, or accomplishments that reflect your commitment to serving your classmates, the College, the University, or the broader community. Where appropriate, describe the impact of your leadership and service, the skills or qualities you developed, and how these experiences have contributed to your growth as a future physician. Your response should be 300 words. (A 300-word essay is about 0.5 pages single-spaced or 1.3 pages double-spaced using standard 12-point font and 1-inch margins).
  2. Describe your academic accomplishments since starting medical school in 300 words. (A 300-word essay is about 0.5 pages single-spaced or 1.3 pages double-spaced using standard 12-point font and 1-inch margins).