Jeff Plumb Memorial Award
HONORS & RECOGNITION AWARD
The Jeff Plumb Memorial Award was established by the Classes of 1982, 1983, 1984, and 1985 in memory of Jeff Plumb, a member of the Class of 1985, after his death during his third year at COMP.
This award is given to a first-, second-, or third-year COMP student for their passionate pursuit of hobbies and interests other than medicine.
Just a quick reminder—please limit your applications to a maximum of three awards.
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
- 01/12/2027
- Supplemental Questions
- In 300 words, please write an essay describing the hobbies, interests, and activities you are most passionate about outside of medicine. Share what draws you to these pursuits, how they have enriched your life, and what you have learned from them. You may also discuss how these interests have contributed to your personal growth, well-being, and development as a future healthcare professional. (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).
- 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).