Dr. Lawrence F. Gosenfeld Scholarship
HONORS & RECOGNITION AWARD
The Dr. Lawrence F. Gosenfeld Scholarship is named in honor of Lawrence Gosenfeld, DO. Dr. Gosenfeld came from humble beginnings, put himself through osteopathic medical school with financial assistance, and dedicated his life to serving others at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in West Los Angeles, California. He taught Psychiatry for many years at WesternU.
In gratitude for the assistance he received as a student, Dr. Gosenfeld’s generous donation will help outstanding students with similar financial need. Recipients are known as Gosenfeld Scholars.
Eligible students are in their first, second, or third year of medical school, and have not received this award previously.
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
- Dr. Gosenfeld came from humble beginnings and dedicated his career to serving others through his work at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in West Los Angeles, California. He also served as a Psychiatry faculty member at WesternU for many years. In an essay of 300 words, describe any meaningful similarities between your background, experiences, values, or personal journey and Dr. Gosenfeld’s. Discuss how these shared experiences or values have shaped your commitment to service, compassion, and caring for others. Include specific examples that demonstrate how your experiences have influenced your development as a future physician and your aspirations to make a meaningful difference in the lives of your patients and community. (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).
- 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).
- Please describe any financial needs or extenuating circumstances that extend beyond those typically experienced by a medical student. 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).