The University of Guam School of Business and Public Administration is now accepting applications for the Pedro “Doc” Sanchez Professional Scholarship for government of Guam employees seeking to enroll in the 2026 Fañomnåkan semester.

Created in 1988 through Public Law 19-45, the “Doc Sanchez” scholarship program has long supported GovGuam employees in pursuing bachelor’s and master’s degrees in public administration and related fields.

The scholarship commemorates the enduring contributions of Pedro “Doc” Sanchez, an esteemed educator, historian, and public administrator who championed the development of a well-educated government workforce.

This year, a total of 12 scholarships will be awarded: six for undergraduate students and six for graduate students.

Applicants must submit their materials by 5 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 5, 2025, either to the SBPA Dean’s Office or online at https://uogsbpa.com/docsanchez.

Required application materials include:

Completed application form
Typewritten essay
Letter of recommendation from a government, education, or community leader—preferably someone familiar with the applicant’s professional and academic performance in GovGuam
Letter of recommendation from the applicant’s supervisor or department/agency director
Official transcripts
Verification of employment

For additional information, please contact Iris Lapid at (671) 735-2502 or email sbpaconnect@triton.uog.edu.