The Patrick Hummel and Harry Gray Travel Fund was initiated by Carla and Paul Hummel, along with Patrick Hummel (Caltech, BS, MS 2006), to honor Harry B. Gray on his 80th birthday. In response, Prof. Gray, the Arnold O. Beckman Professor of Chemistry and Founding Director of the Beckman Institute, and his wife Shirley generously doubled the value of the fund. This award supports undergraduate and graduate travel that fosters professional and leadership development while broadening students' perspectives as responsible global citizens. It also celebrates the special relationship between Gray and Hummel families.

​​Awards will be given to support:
 • Travel to academic conferences for the purpose of presenting papers or actively participating in workshops, symposia
 • Travel to professional conferences focused on developing students' leadership skills (e.g., National Conference for College Women Student Leaders)
 • Travel to conferences/meetings that support the increased participation and impact of underrepresented groups in STEM fields (e.g., Conferences for       Undergraduate Women in Physics, the Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing, the Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority       Students, etc.)

Who is Eligible?
 • Applicants must be enrolled Caltech students in good academic standing.

 • Applicants choosing an international destination must be 18 years or older. There is no age restriction for domestic destinations, however a       parent/guardian will be expected to sign a waiver.

The Caltech Y is here to help! Applicants with questions about the award or application process are encouraged seek input via phone 626-395-6163, email caltechy@caltech.edu, or in-person at the Caltech Y.