I am very grateful to receive this scholarship. It makes a great difference to my student debt and winning this scholarship gives me confidence for my future in Food Science. Thank you!

I am extremely grateful and honored for the Chicagoland Food Science Foundation Scholarship. This scholarship gives me confidence and financial support to have an impactful college experience and one day give back to the world with a meaningful career in food science. Thank you very much!

I am truly honored to receive the Chicagoland Food Science Foundation Scholarship as a graduate student. My journey in food science has always been fueled by a deep passion to make our food systems safer, smarter, and more sustainable. This scholarship is not only meaningful support for my academic path—it’s a powerful reminder that the work I care so deeply about has value and potential. It’s encouragement like this that turns quiet determination into real-world impact. I’m grateful to the CFSF for their continued support and for believing in students who are committed to shaping the future of the food industry, and I’m inspired to carry that trust forward with purpose and dedication.

I want to extend my wholehearted appreciation to the Chicagoland Food Science Foundation and the generous donors who selflessly invest in the future of our industry. It is through your generosity that we are motivated to strive for excellence in our education and research. With this opportunity, I am excited to continue my career and educational development towards becoming a flavor chemist. Thank you again for your generosity and your commitment to bettering the food industry; it is a profound privilege to be chosen for this prestigious award.

I am a first year master’s student at Penn State researching waste stream proteins for use as antioxidants. I am so thankful to receive this scholarship which will help me excel as I complete my education and enter the food Industry!

Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to receive this scholarship! This scholarship means a lot to me as it allows me to continue my studies in food science, and hopefully, I’ll be able to create a meaningful impact on the industry. I’m excited for the bright future ahead!

Being awarded this scholarship is so empowering as a developing food scientist, both financially and professionally. As I enter my last year of undergraduate studies, I plan to use the award sum to attend IFT FIRST, which will support my transition into industry

To me, winning this scholarship affirms my passion and commitment to the field of food science. Since I was a kid, food has meant the world to me, and studying food science in school has been one of the most rewarding educational experiences I’ve had. In my future, I hope to drive innovations which make food safer, healthier, and more accessible for everyone. This scholarship will enable me to dedicate an ever greater focus to school, work harder in my classes and extracurriculars, and prove as motivation when things are challenging. I am honored that others believe in my potential as a future food scientist, and I will use this support to continue learning, exploring, and refining my knowledge and skills

I am deeply grateful for the CFSF scholarship, which not only eases the financial burden of my education but also inspires me to work harder, dream bigger, and give back to others as generously as I’ve been supported.

Thank you so much for this opportunity, this scholarship means so much to me and my education!

As an out of state student, receiving this scholarship funds my academic and professional journey through the food science industry. Thank you for your support of my passions and goals!

Being awarded this scholarship is more than financial support; it’s a reminder that someone believes in my potential to make a difference through food science.

Becoming a food scientist is not just my career goal, it’s my calling. I truly couldn’t imagine myself doing anything else. This scholarship brings me one step closer to becoming the kind of scientist I’ve always dreamed of being.

Thank you for allowing me to continue this journey. Your support not only helps me pursue my education, but it also strengthens my commitment to improving the quality, safety, and nutrition of the food we eat. I hope to use my career to make a lasting impact not just in science, but in people’s lives. I’m deeply grateful for this encouragement, and I’m excited to pay it forward one day.

I am incredibly grateful to be selected as a recipient of the CSFS Chicagoland Food Industry Scholarship. This award affirms my commitment to contributing to the future of food and encourages me to strive for excellence and work even harder toward my goals. Thank you to the CSFS for this generous support and for investing in me. I am excited to use this opportunity to deepen my knowledge and eventually give back to the industry that has already given me so much support.