The Coalition for Networked Information (CNI) invites applications for the 2026 Paul Evan Peters Scholarship .

Applications are due by April 24 at 11:59 p.m. ET.

The Paul Evan Peters Scholarship was established to honor and perpetuate the memory of CNI's founding executive director Paul Evan Peters (1947-1996). The scholarship is awarded every two years to students pursuing graduate studies in the information sciences, librarianship, or closely related field, that advance the frontiers of digital information and technology.

Highest consideration will be given to candidates whose application materials can directly address the following selection criteria, to demonstrate intellectual and personal qualities consistent with those of Paul Evan Peters: A commitment to the use of digital information and advanced technology to enhance scholarship, intellectual productivity, and public life An interest in the civic responsibilities of information professionals, and a commitment to democratic values A positive and creative approach to overcoming personal, technological, and bureaucratic challenges Humor, vision, humanity, and imagination

Two scholarships will be awarded in 2026 (academic year 2026-27): One to a doctoral student in the amount of $5,000 per year, awarded up to two consecutive years One to a master’s student in the amount of $2,500 per year, awarded up to two consecutive years

Complete details about the Paul Evan Peters Scholarship, including instructions for how to apply, are at https://www.cni.org/about-cni/awards/pep-scholarship.

For questions, contact us at cni-pep-scholarship-2026@cni.org cni-pep-scholarship-2026@cni.org.

Sincerely, Paige

Paige Pope Communications Manager Coalition for Networked Information 202.296.5098 | cni.org /mailto:cni-pep-scholarship-2026@cni.org