Rodney P. Wineberg Scholarship

HONORS & RECOGNITION AWARD
The Rodney P. Wineberg Scholarship is presented to a first-year COMP student who honorably served or is serving in the United States Armed Forces, and demonstrates a deep commitment to community service. The recipient of this award should consider it their legacy to continue building their career in service to others.

As the original building contractor for the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, Rodney Wineberg actively listened to the founders’ plans and dreams, and turned them into a physical reality. Mr. Wineberg was widely known for his strength of character, integrity, humor, and belief in service to others.

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
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Award
Amount Varies
Scopes
COMP, COMP - California Campus Only
Deadline
01/20/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. In which branch of the military have you served, or are currently serving as a reservist?
  2. Provide a short essay describing your accomplishments and participation in community service.