Daniel Klittich, a doctoral candidate at the University of California (UC Davis), has been awarded the 2015 Paul Ecke Jr. Scholarship through AFE.
The merit-based scholarship honors the late Paul Ecke Jr., who made contributions to the advancement of the floriculture industry. It is given to M.S. or Ph.D. students studying horticulture or a related field, who intend to pursue a career as a researcher, scientist or educator.
This prestigious scholarship, established in 2010, is funded by contributions to AFE from the floral industry, the Ecke family and other sources. As the 2015 Ecke recipient, Klittich will receive $5,000 for two consecutive years, provided he continues to meet scholarship requirements.
Klittich, who is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in entomology, has been recognized by several organizations for his achievements in research. This latest achievement awards him with a $10,000 scholarship.
“I am very excited. Support from the industry is a very meaningful and appreciated honor,” said Klittich, an aspiring floriculture scientist and educator who grew up in the nursery business.