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.