John S. Olson Fellowship Fund for Graduate Students in Biosciences

Your gift to the John S. Olson Fellowship Fund supports Rice University BioSciences Ph.D. programs, which provide rigorous graduate training tailored to each student's scientific background, interests and needs. Our programs build a strong academic foundation coupled with the development of critical thought and independence to ensure competitive preparation for careers in research and industry. Students wishing to pursue academic careers can obtain experience in undergraduate teaching, mentoring and training in scientific research.

Professor Emeritus John Steven Olson spent 45 years serving Rice as a teacher, researcher and mentor to many undergraduate and graduate students — and he’s still at it today. In honor of his dedication, we established this fellowship to support graduate students in the biochemistry and cell biology graduate program, including biophysics and developmental biology. Recipients are known as Olson Fellows.