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Postel Network Operator's ScholarshipThe Internet Society (ISOC) a 501c(3) corporation, has agreed to accept a restricted donation from an anonymous source to be known as the "Postel Network Operator's Scholarship."The Scholarship will be awarded annually to a recipient selected jointly by the Steering Committee of NANOG and the Board of Trustees of ARIN. 2009 Postel Network Operator's ScholarshipThe award is intended to enable a deserving network operator who would not otherwise be able to attend the Joint Meeting to do so, and whose attendance at the Joint Meeting will continue to build on the legacy of Jon's lifetime contribution to the Internet. Applications from qualified individuals are now being accepted. The deadline for application is 23:59:59 UTC on 1 June 2009, and the awardees will be informed by early July 2009. The NANOG SC has an open and public application process, see "Nomination Information" below. The NANOG SC, in cooperation with the ARIN BoT, will "whimsically" select the annual recipient. There are no criteria or restrictions or other requirements, including but not limited to nationality, location, age, or gender. At its option, the Internet Society may increase or decrease the number of recipients each year based on the current state of the Scholarship Fund, and the variable costs of travel and accommodation. Nomination Information Submit nominations through email to Be sure to include the following:
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