| − | The '''Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program''' was established by [[Congress]] in 1986 to honor Senator [[Barry M. Goldwater]], who served his country for 56 years as a [[soldier]] and statesman, including 30 years of service in the U.S. [[Senate]]. The purpose of the Foundation is to provide a continuing source of highly qualified scientists, mathematicians, and engineers by awarding scholarships to college students who intend to pursue careers in these fields. <ref>[http://www.act.org/goldwater/ Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program] </ref> | + | The '''Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program''' was established by [[Congress]] in 1986 to honor Senator [[Barry M. Goldwater]], who served his country for 56 years as a [[soldier]] and statesman, including 30 years of service in the U.S. [[Senate]]. The purpose of the Foundation is to provide a continuing source of highly qualified scientists, mathematicians, and engineers by awarding scholarships to college students who intend to pursue careers in these fields.<ref>[http://www.act.org/goldwater/ Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program]</ref> |