Zipperman Scholars Program

• A $100 stipend for the first three semesters of active participation
• Participation in real-world IT experiences
• Special gatherings with MIS faculty and distinguished Eller guests
• Opportunities to shadow executives and IT professionals
• Networking with business professionals, faculty, and students
• Opportunities for MIS-related internships
• Opportunities to participate in IT training programs
• A stronger professional resume
• Assistance for the admission process to the Eller College Professional Program
• Ability to apply for the Advanced Zipperman Scholars (AZA) Program to prepare for a career in consultancy
• As a ZipS, you can apply for a double major upon admission to the Professional Program as long as one of the majors is MIS. ZipS are the only students in Eller who have the opportunity to declare a double major when you apply for advanced standing in the Eller College of Management.

The Zipperman Program is generously supported by Walt Zipperman, president of DAZ Systems (now part of Accenture). DAZ Systems specializes in Oracle E-Business Suite and leverages industry experience to provide mission-critical business solutions to small and medium sized enterprises. With over 350 successful implementations, DAZ is the largest Oracle Partner in the Western US and provides a variety of proven methodologies and a staff of experienced Oracle professionals for its customer implementations.

"I am honored to be able to provide this exciting opportunity for outstanding Eller freshmen and sophomores to explore the growing field of MIS and the many significant and challenging IT job opportunities available in business today."

— Walt Zipperman

All ZipS are required to participate in at least 7 qualifying events (2 of which are social events) each semester to maintain their active status in the program as well as submit a 1,000-word minimum reflection paper about their experiences in the ZipS program. Leaving an event halfway through the presentation will not count towards the 7 minimum qualifying events. Out of respect for the presenters and staff who organize the events, it is important that you follow through with your commitments. We understand emergency and personal matters occur and ask that you contact us within an appropriate time so we can adjust.

How to RSVP

Zipperman Scholars RSVP/register for events through Trellis. Here's how:

1. You can RSVP to each event individually through the Zipperman Scholars D2L site.
2. Alternatively, you can RSVP via this link: https://events.trellis.arizona.edu/en/. Search for "Zipperman Scholars," and the events will appear. 

The No-Show Policy

A no-show is a student who RSVPs for an event but doesn't show up. ZipS who have 2 no-shows will lose their $100 stipend, with the possibility of being removed from the program. To prevent being penalized for no-shows, always cancel an event registration at least 72 hours in advance.

How to Cancel

If you have registered for an event and then find that you are unable to attend, you must cancel your registration in order to avoid being counted as a no-show for the event. 

• If you are cancelling at least one day before the event, log in to Trellis to manage your registration.
• In case of emergency that requires a same-day cancellation, email Brandon Marshall.

As a Zipperman Scholar, you can apply for a double major upon admission to the Professional Program as long as one of the majors is MIS. ZipS are the only students in Eller who have the opportunity to double major from the time of acceptance. If you are applying this semester, contact Brandon Marshall so he can give your name to the Undergraduate Programs office.