The Dr. James M. and Lois S. Johnson Student Research Fund

Each semester, the Hudson River Valley Institute (HRVI) hosts Marist College student interns from a variety of disciplines and areas of study.  In order to expand the resources available to these students, HRVI is seeking support to establish an endowed fund for the purpose of providing enrichment opportunities that enable interns to undertake more impactful experiences and develop more in-depth projects.  Named for HRVI founding Executive Director Colonel (Ret.) James M. Johnson, Ph.D., and his wife Lois S. Johnson, MS, both of whom are lifelong educators and strong advocates of experiential learning, the fund will allow for increased intern access to monetary support for travel, admission and registration fees, production equipment and services, printed materials and more.  As HRVI has expanded its available internship opportunities, there has been an increase in potential cost associated with projects.  The Johnson Student Research Fund will allow students from a variety of economic backgrounds to have equal access to the enrichment potential that comes from a fully realized internship experience with HRVI.