SCHOLARSHIPS FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS

Submission deadline is May 1st, 2003!!!

The Program
        The Eisenhower College Alumni Association Scholarship, established in 1985, provides financial assistance to students who, in the judgment of alumni, best exemplify the goals of Eisenhower College, its World Studies program, and the ideals of Dwight D. Eisenhower. To be considered for the scholarship, interested persons should follow the process outlined below. Submission of the scholarship application and an essay based on a current events question developed by the Alumni Association Scholarship Committee are required. Essay questions are designed to emphasize use of basic social studies knowledge (as taught in the New York State curriculum) and the student's interpretation of the event. Scholarship applications and essay questions will be available through high school guidance offices or may be obtained by contacting the Eisenhower College Alumni Association Scholarship Committee at the address below. The Eisenhower College Alumni Association Scholarship is funded by the Alumni Association through contributions designated for this purpose. The Alumni Association is a non-profit organization.

Participation
        The Eisenhower College Alumni Association Scholarship Program is open to any high school senior attending a Central New York high school or any child of an Eisenhower alumnus/alumna. Applicants must plan to continue their studies beyond high school in a liberal arts program at either a two- or four-year college.

Scholarship Award
        A one-time, $500 award, the scholarship can be used toward tuition and related expenses at the recipient's college of choice. The scholarship award committee may opt to award two (2), $500 scholarships in a given year. The award committee also reserves the right to not award a scholarship based on the quality of submissions received. The decision of the scholarship award committee is final.

How to Apply
        1) Complete and sign the scholarship application form.
        2) Prepare a 500 word (minimum length) essay in response to a current events question prepared by
        the Alumni Association Scholarship Committee. This essay must:
                              a) Follow standard English rules and procedures as taught in American schools and colleges.
                                The essay will be judged, in part, based on the student's ability to write clearly and
                                succinctly in the communication of his/her thoughts.
                              b) Be typed, double spaced, with three (3) copies submitted to the scholarship award
                                committee. Students may submit computer/word processor typed essays. Hand written
                                essays will not be accepted.
                              c) Document all sources and reference material with proper footnotes and bibliography.
        The student applying for the scholarship must have no help from an adult or coach in writing his/her essay
        other than assistance regarding English usage and/or typing rules, assistance in locating resource materials,
        and explanation of the application process.

Essay Evaluation
        In accordance with the New York State Board of Regents rules and regulations, the following criteria will be used to evaluate essays:
        1) How clearly the student understood and addressed the question.
        2) Presentation of a clear and valid argument.
        3) How the individual sought information for the essay (as evidenced by the notes and bibliography) and
            how that information is drawn together.
        4) English mechanics including proper structure and English usage.

2003 ESSAY QUESTIONS
 

MAIL APPLICATION AND ESSAY TO:
        Eisenhower College Alumni Association Scholarship
        Eisenhower College Alumni Association, Inc.
        P.O. Box 876
        Ithaca, NY 14851-0876