Westin Scholar Award
The International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) has included NOVA School of Law in the list of schools allowed to grant the Westin Scholar Award, granted to students recognised as future leaders in the field of privacy and data protection.
The IAPP is a non-profit organization that aims to support professionals in the field of privacy by providing resources, education, and networking opportunities. The IAPP offers certifications, training courses, conferences, and other events to help privacy professionals stay informed and up-to-date on privacy regulations and best practices in this field. The organization has members from around the world and is recognized as a leading authority on privacy law and policy.
The Award
The award will be granted annually to the student who obtains the highest score in the curricular unit of Data Protection and Management. When, in a given year, more than one student obtains the same highest score, consideration will also be given to the student’s performance in class to establish the winner. The final decision will belong to the professor in charge of the course.
The prize recipient will receive:
- A $1,000 cash award
- 2 years of membership with the IAPP
- 3 complimentary exams for IAPP certifications (CIPP, CIPM, CIPT)
- Unlimited access to virtual training for IAPP certification programs (CIPP, CIPM, CIPT)
- Where applicable and when possible, presentation of the award at one of the IAPP’s local KnowledgeNet meetings