CIWEA's Bernard L. Hyink Student Scholarship
Each year, CIWEA traditionally awards two scholarships of $1,000 each. Based on submissions, one scholarship is typically granted to a student from a four-year university and another to a student from a two-year college in California. A Certificate of Achievement will also be presented to the second-place recipient in each category.
2024 - 2025 Winners
Derryck Vega Hyink Scholarship Winner 2025:
Having started my career in IT support and network administration, I’m focused on building my expertise while helping businesses operate more efficiently through technology. After completing my apprenticeship, I’ve gained valuable hands-on experience in troubleshooting, network configuration, and customer support. I’m excited to continue contributing to the Bandit Systems team, growing as an IT professional, and preparing for future challenges while completing my AS degree in Information Technology.
Lily Nagai, Hyink Scholarship Winner 2025
Driven by an unwavering passion for science, I transitioned from a restrictive educational system in Japan to the U.S. to pursue my aspirations in biology. My internship at the Buck Institute, focused on aging and Alzheimer’s disease, was a pivotal experience, transforming initial doubts into a firm conviction through hands-on research, collaborative problem-solving, and witnessing the dedication of leading scientists. This immersive experience has ignited my desire to pursue a Ph.D. and contribute to impactful scientific research, where I can continue to grow and make meaningful contributions.
APPLICANT CERTIFICATION FORM & ESSAY UPLOAD
Form completed by CIWEA Member (Faculty/Staff)
•Please fill out one form for each student essay you wish to submit. You may submit a maximum of 10 student essays from your campus/company
•At the bottom of the page you will find a section where you will certify that your students completed their internship, work experience, or co-op between June 2024 and May 2025.
•Complete “Applicant Certification Form(s)” no later than Friday, May 30, 2025.
*Each student essay must have a first page or cover page that provides the required student information.
Scholarship Info and Forms
2022 Award Recipient Essays:
2021: (Covid suspension)
2020:
Four-Year CSU San Marcos student:. Megan Hammerschmidt
Two-Year RSJC student: Clay Brookfield
2019:
Four-Year William Jessup, Alyssa Mielke
Two-Year CCSF student: Shalini Bhatia
2018:
Four-Year College/University Student: Jessica Santavanond, Cal Poly Pomona
Two-Year College Student: Sarah Olsen, Mira Costa College
2017:
Four-Year College/University Student: Miriam Perez, Cal Poly Pomona
Two-Year College Student: Gerardo Reyes, College of the Canyons
2016:
Four-Year College/University Student: Alia Bonetti, CSU Long Beach
Two-Year College Student: Courtney Wiscarson, College of the Canyons
Who was Bernard L. Hyink?
Dr. Bernard L. Hyink, or “Bernie” to those who knew or worked with him, was a past president (1976-77) of CIWEA (then known as the California Cooperative Education & Internship Association or CCEIA) and a past president (1980-81) of the national Cooperative Education & Internship Association (CEIA). He was a professor of Political Science at California State University, Fullerton where, additionally, he founded and was Director of the Center for Internships and Cooperative Education.
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