Jane Adams Edmonds graduated from the University of Florida with a Master's degree in physical education in 1958. Over the years, she has traveled the world with her husband, Maj. Gen. Maurice (Maury) Edmonds. In addition to being an extensive traveler, Jane is a devoted mother to two sons, Neal and Mark. Maury presented the scholarship to his wife saying, "with love from your family in recognition to your faithful devotion to them and your love for the University." Maury also received his B.S. in physical education and health in 1953 from UF and a subsequent M.S. in counseling from Shippensburg State College. Maury is a UF Distinguished Alumni. Jane and Maury Edmonds now live in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., where they are enjoying their retirement and their grandchildren.

The Jane Adams Edmonds Ph.D. Fellowship is a one year award for an incoming Ph.D. student into the Department of Applied Physiology & Kinesiology. Potential candidates for the fellowship must be nominated by a Department faculty member. The nominated candidate will be required to provide a (a) letter of intent and (b) two letters of recommendation by Jan. 30 to the departmental office. A selection committee formed by the Department Chair will determine the recipient. Selection criteria include:

• Strength of training (as evidenced by academic, extracurricular, and/or research accomplishments) and intentions as a doctoral student
• Letter of intent (no more two pages)
• Two letters of recommendation

Application Deadline: Jan. 30, 2008