Scholarship Applications for the 2026-27 season are now open, with due dates in December and Scholarships awarded in the Spring. More details regarding the application and award process are available to the right.
In our inaugural year, we awarded three $1000 scholarships (applications over the 2025-26 academic season).
SCHOLARSHIP DONORS
Comments from Donors / Fund Facilitators
Applying to PhD programs is a major commitment, requiring a significant amount of time, energy, and financial resources. This is particularly true for applicants from developing countries. I am pleased to support the DOME Scholarship Fund, which would help top talent from across the globe get access to resources that support their aspirations to join the ranks of future OM scholars. - Dr. Huseyn Abdulla, University of Tennessee
Our field benefits greatly from the participation of talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, yet the costs of applying to PhD programs can discourage many from pursuing advanced study. By easing these burdens, we can foster a more inclusive and vibrant generation of scholars who will contribute to research, teaching, and practice. - Dr. Elliot Rabinovich, Arizona State University
Thank you for organizing this! It’s a fantastic opportunity to support the field, and I’m really excited to be a part of this initiative! - Dr. Sergey Naumov, Pennsylvania State University
The pursuit of a PhD in our field is demanding and filled with a variety of sacrifices. That said, I cannot imagine a greater payoff than the opportunity participate in this interesting and lucrative profession as a scholar. Welcome! - Dr. David Dobrzykowski, University of Arkansas (We are pleased to support the development of emerging scholars! Welcome to the field!)
Happy to support aspiring PhDs in Operations Management. - Dr. Sachin Modi, University of Cincinnati
At Nebraska Business, we are always willing to support new generation of scholars seeking doctoral level training to define the future of business. As the Supply Chain Management and Analytics Department, we are happy to contribute operations and supply chain management research community for this mission. - Dr. Ozgur Araz, University of Nebraska, Lincoln
Great cause to support! All the best! - Dr. Sarv Devaraj, University of Notre Dame
Comments from Donors / Fund Facilitators
The word "Vidya" in the ancient Indian Sanskrit text refers to knowledge. So here we are today supporting the path to knowledge for the young minds of tomorrow via the DOME Scholarship initiative. - Dr. Rajinder Bhandal, University of Leeds
Supporting the next generation of OM scholars is important for the continued vitality of our field. I am glad to contribute to initiatives that expand opportunities and help talented students see a future in OM research. - Dr. Henrik Sternberg, Iowa State University
Supporting and working with PhD students is one of my biggest joys of being a professor. The OM community is strong, supportive, and has critical projects that need addressing by future researchers. Best of luck to our future OM scholars! - Dr. David Dreyfus, Rutgers University
Have been there before! - Dr. Sriram Narayanan, Michigan State University
Einstein is often quoted as saying, “Education is not the learning of facts, but the training of the mind to think.” By supporting future scholars, we affirm our belief that knowledge thrives when it is shared and cultivated across generations. Through this contribution, I hope to help remove barriers and ensure that the pursuit of advanced knowledge stays accessible and equitable for all. - Dr. Hanu Tyagi, University of Illinois
Thank you for initiating this important fund to support future students. The field of supply chain and operations is evolving rapidly and faces a range of pressing global, regional, and local challenges. Advancing impactful research and innovative solutions requires a strong pipeline of talented and driven students from all parts of the world. Thanks a lot for this meaningful step toward strengthening our field. - Dr. Xiaojin (Jim) Liu, Virginia Commonwealth University
The Operations and Business Analytics Department at The Ohio State University, is proud to support the development of emerging scholars. We invite passionate PhD candidates to join a dynamic research community committed to advancing knowledge and shaping the future. - Dr. James Hill, Dr. Kenneth Boyer and Dr. John Gray, The Ohio State University
Happy to support aspiring PhDs in Operations Management and Supply Chain Management in their application journey and eventually become future academic leaders who make the world a better place for all to live! - Dr. Tingting Yan, Texas Tech University
We are more than happy to contribute to emerging scholars in the field of Operations Management. - University of North Texas
A thank you also to Dr. Michael Ketzenberg of Texas A&M, Dr. Rohit Verma of USC, and Dr. Yufei Shen of NOVA, for spearheading the donations associated with their affiliated institutions.
2025 Scholarship Donating Faculty are Representing the Following Schools:
The Ohio State University ($1250), University of Arkansas ($700), UT Dalla ($500), Texas A&M University ($500), University of South Carolina ($500), Journal of Operations Management ($500), Texas Tech University ($250), University of Leeds ($200), Iowa State University ($200), Rutgers University ($200), University of Tennessee ($200), University of Illinois ($200), Virginia Commonwealth University ($200), University of Nebraska ($200), Pennsylvania State University ($200), Arizona State University ($200), Michigan State University ($200), NOVA Portugal ($200), Anonymous Affiliation ($200), University of Notre Dame ($200), University of Minnesota ($200)
2025 Scholarship Donating Faculty are Representing the Following Schools:
The Ohio State University ($1250), University of Arkansas ($700), UT Dalla ($500), Texas A&M University ($500), University of South Carolina ($500), Journal of Operations Management ($500), University of North Texas ($500), Texas Tech University ($250), University of Leeds ($200), Iowa State University ($200), Rutgers University ($200), University of Tennessee ($200), University of Illinois ($200), Virginia Commonwealth University ($200), University of Nebraska ($200), Pennsylvania State University ($200), Arizona State University ($200), Michigan State University ($200), NOVA Portugal ($200), Anonymous Affiliation ($200), University of Notre Dame ($200), University of Minnesota ($200)