New scholarship fund for women in computer science at UPC
- mary sanichas
- May 16, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Nov 20
Education Congo offers scholarships in specific areas of study through “named funds” that pay out every year, starting the year after they reach maturity at US$25,000.
One of our newest funds, “Sanichas Fund for Women in Computer Science,” was started with a balance of $5,000. When it reaches maturity it will provide tuition scholarships to Congolese women in computer science at UPC year after year.
This fund is in memory of Evadne Sanichas, the daughter of a US Air Force pilot who was stationed in Congo 1965–1967. She attended the American School of Kinshasa (TASOK), then a few years later was in the elite group of women first admitted to Yale University, where she majored in Philosophy. She later attended law school in California, then was awarded a fellowship at Georgetown International Law Center.
Evadne spent 30 years as a US government trial attorney defending against large-scale lawsuits by government contractors.
She was a pioneer in using computer technology to track large volumes of information for complex litigation.
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When qualifying students receive named-fund scholarships, it is for the duration of their studies. This makes a huge difference when you consider that a student could otherwise be obliged to drop out just short of becoming a doctor or lawyer or computer science professional!
To donate online on our secure payment portal, click the button below
We are also happy to accept donations by check. Note “Sanichas Computer Science” on the memo line and mail to Education Congo, PO Box 29, Lamar CO 81052 USA.
If you would like to start a new named fund with the designation of your choice, email info@educationcongo.org
7/17/2025 UPDATE: the current balance of this fund is almost $20,000—very close to maturity. Please help to keep this fund growing!
A 2nd scholarship fund in honor or Evadne, the Sanichas Law Fund, has reached maturity and will soon start funding tuition for women law students at UPC.
