November 1, 2026

Linda Thompson Memorial Scholarship

Direct application

$2,500
2 winners

Eligibility

Major
Business

About this scholarship

Students worldwide preparing for a career in destination or event management may apply for ADMEI's Linda Thompson Memorial Scholarship. Your program must run at least one year, and awards pay toward an accredited college or university with a meetings management or hospitality program.

Up to two $2,500 scholarships are awarded. Winners are invited to the ADMEI Annual Conference with airfare and hotel covered.

Submit a resume, a letter of recommendation from an industry contact or professor, a minimum 250-word essay, and a 45 to 60 second video introduction. The scholarship honors Linda Thompson, a longtime leader in the destination management and events profession.

Essay question

What else to submit

  • Resume.
  • Letter of recommendation from an industry contact or professor.
  • Essay of at least 250 words.
  • 45–60 second video introduction.
  • Winners are invited to the ADMEI Annual Conference; airfare and hotel are covered.