More students to benefit from President’s scholarship

Over 50 brilliant but needy students from selected basic schools in the Eastern Region are to benefit from the Presidential Award this year.

The award, initiated in 2011, is organized annually to help support brilliant but needy students in the region to finance their education at the secondary level.

Mr. Williams Gyawu-Darko, the Eastern Regional Coordinator for Basic Schools, in an interview with Ghana News Agency, said the scholarship is given to students that gain admissions to second cycle institutions but do not have the means to pay their fees due to poverty.

He said the Ghana Education Service (GES) in collaboration with the Presidency Award Committee conduct examinations and interviews for selected students who have been chosen for the award.

He said students that go through the processes are given laptops and citations to motivate and to serve as evidence to ensure their full participation as well.

Mr. Gyawu-Darko urged students in basic schools to learn hard to be able to benefit from the award.

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Source: GNA

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The Stage Scholarships 2016: Sylvia Young Theatre School

Visit any show in the West End that features young performers aged between 10 and 16 years old, and it is extremely likely that a number of them will be attending the Sylvia Young Theatre School. Several students have recently enjoyed lead roles in Matilda the Musical, The Lion King, Billy Elliot, The Railway Children and Bugsy Malone, and that's without mentioning all the roles in TV, radio and film.

Sylvia Young's devotion to the nurturing and training of young talent since the school was founded in 1972 has also been reflected in her commitment to The Stage Scholarships scheme. Over the space of 24 years, Young and her team have helped more than 70 children to pursue a career in the performing arts.

On offer this year is one full scholarship (worth up to £60,000) and the chance to join an unrivalled roll call of former students who have gone on to success in all areas of the performing arts. These artists include Denise Van Outen, Keeley Hawes, Preeya Kalidas, Jenna Russell, Rita Ora, Nicholas Hoult and members of such bands as Busted, McFly, the Wanted and the Saturdays. Not to mention what seems like half the cast of EastEnders, past and present.

Joining that community is last year's scholarship winner Ella Tweed, who will now attend SYTS full-time for five years, and with no worries about fees. The 12-year-old from Northampton already has a number of West End credits to her name (including roles in Matilda and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory) and has also appeared in Game of Thrones. She said: "I'm absolutely ecstatic. This is life-changing – it's amazing to be part of the school and be welcomed by so many people who like doing the same things I do."

SYTS offers an academic and vocational curriculum up to the age of 16. The current premises are located in a five-floor, converted church in central London (not far from Marble Arch underground station).

Young takes pride in the school's first-class teaching and the way in which the staff members ensure pupils' feet stay on the ground, whatever roles they may be playing in theatre, film and TV. This is achieved by encouraging a commitment to hard work and SYTS' weekly schedule of three days of academic work and two days of vocational training.

This intensive timetable is balanced with a happy and caring environment. Young comments: "I think we really care about the kids and give them as much support as we can. And it's not all about our financial commitment, it's everything about their time with us, right from the beginning when some of the children are away from home for the first time."

So what is it that Young is looking for in possible scholarship winners?

"First of all, we are seeking potential, and then an ability to sing, dance or act. But it's important that those applying know that they don't have to be fully trained already. It's more about natural talent that, as a school, we can support."

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Course: Performing artsEducational level: Students entering years 7 (born between September 1, 2004, and August 31, 2005, inclusive) and 8 (born between September 1, 2003, and August 31, 2004, inclusive) in September 2016Number of scholarships offered: OneValue of scholarship: Up to £60,000What costs are covered? FeesWhere is the school? Nutford Place, LondonAudition date and details: February 28, recall audition March 13, final audition March 16. Applicants will be grouped according to age and will take part in workshops in all three vocational subjects – drama/singing/dance. After the workshop audition, selected applicants will be invited back to attend a recall and/or final audition, when they will be asked to perform their individual pieces to an invited guest panel.How do I apply? Register online at regonline.co.uk/sytsbursaries before February 20. Applicants need to complete a detailed online registration form. All correspondence will be sent via email. A r egistration payment of £15 per applicant will be required during your online registration process. Credit and debit cards accepted.

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Kendall County sheriff's office offering college scholarship

The Kendall County sheriff's office is accepting applications for a college scholarship.

Kendall County Sheriff Dwight A. Baird will award one scholarship worth $500 to be used for higher education tuition, books or fees, according to the sheriff's office.

The scholarship is among more than $54,000 in college scholarships that will be awarded throughout the state by the Illinois Sheriff's Association.

Applicants must be permanent residents of Illinois and must plan to use the scholarship at a college or other higher education institution within Illinois. They must be enrolled as full-time students during the 2016-17 school year, excluding the summer session.

Applications are available at the Kendall County sheriff's office and online at www.co.kendall.il.us/sheriff or www.ilsheriff.org. Applications must be postmarked or returned to the sheriff's office in the applicant's permanent county of residence by March 15, 2016.

For more information, contact the Kendall County sheriff's office, the Illinois Sheriff's Association, a high school advising center or college financial aid office.

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Time Running Out to Apply for IAA Foundation Scholarships

Agriculture students and Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB) members and their children have the chance to apply for 66 college scholarships offered by the IAA Foundation. The scholarships, ranging from $1,000 to $7,500 per year, will be awarded in total of $118,500 for the 2016-2017 school year.

But hurry! The deadline of February 1 is just around the corner.  

"We are pleased to help students through our growing scholarship program, which offers a wide variety of support to farm families, and to those pursuing careers in agriculture," said Susan Moore, director, IAA Foundation. "It is a great privilege to support our next generation of leaders, and encourage continuing education in agricultural fields."

Students may apply for a variety of scholarships, including three IAA Foundation Top Scholarships, where winners will each receive $5,000 awards. Another $7,500 award goes to the Illinois Farm Bureau Legacy of Leadership scholarship winner. 

New this year, the Dwain Ford Memorial Soybean Scholarship, established by colleagues, friends and family to honor the memory of this long-time leader of the soybean industry Dwain Ford, offers a $1,000 award to an agriculture student active in 4-H and FFA. 

Students studying crop science and pursuing a master's degree related to research are eligible for the Illinois Soybean Association Crop Science Scholarships. Five $4,000 scholarship will be awarded to junior level majors. Recipients are then eligible for an additional $4,000 in this renewable program, providing a total of $8,000 for recipients' junior and senior years of college. 

The Dorothy and Wilhelmine Ratermann Memorial Scholarships will be awarded to 25 students from specific southern Illinois counties in the amount of $1,200 each.   

Twelve Prairie Farms Dairy scholarships, each worth $2,000, are available to patrons and employees of the company. An additional two $1,000 scholarships are available to producers affiliated with the St. Louis District Dairy Council. 

Additional scholarships, ranging from $1,000 to $1,500, are available to students that meet certain criteria, including area of study, place of residence, previous 4-H experience and college or university attended.

All applicants must be high school seniors accepted for enrollment, or students already enrolled at an accredited college, university or community college. Scholarships are awarded for exceptional academic ability, leadership and financial need. Previous winners of an IAA Foundation scholarship are eligible to apply again.

A full listing of available scholarships, eligibility guidelines, and application documents are available at iaafoundation.org. Completed applications must be submitted online by Feb. 1, 2016.

For more information, contact your county Farm Bureau, the IAA Foundation at 309-557-2230, or e-mail Susan Moore, director, IAA Foundation, at smoore@ilfb.org. 

Source: Time Running Out to Apply for IAA Foundation Scholarships

3 conservation scholarships offered to Lancaster County high school seniors

The Lancaster County Conservation District will award three $1,000 scholarships to Lancaster County high school seniors in 2016 who pursue a career in natural resources and/or conservation.

Applications will be accepted from students continuing their education in the 2016/2017 school year.

Examples of acceptable programs of studies include environmental sciences, wildlife and/or fisheries biology, environmental resource management, or other related programs leading to a two-year associate degree or four-year baccalaureate degree.

The completed application must be received in the conservation district office by March 31.

The scholarship committee of the district will conduct a review of the applicants. Basis for the selection will be determined on past performance and activities, current school and community involvement, future purpose and direction, and communication skills.

The top candidates will be interviewed.

An announcement of the successful candidates will be made by May 16.

The scholarships are made possible through an Ann Brown bequest, along with a fundraiser at the annual district banquet, and by contributions from individuals concerned that we maintain and protect our natural resources.

For more information and a scholarship application, go to the District's web site at www.lancasterconservation.org, or contact the office at 717-299-5361. 

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Seacoast Wind Ensemble accepting music scholarship applications

The Seacoast Wind Ensemble is accepting applications from high school musicians for the Paul M. Erwin Music Scholarship. Applications will be accepted through March 1.

The $500 scholarship may be used to support musical endeavors, including music camp, new instruments/equipment, lessons or tuition. Essex County residents are eligible to apply.

A talented composer, arranger and musician, Erwin premiered more than 200 arrangements and original works in his lifetime. He was a vital part of the New Hampshire Seacoast music community and served as conductor of SWE from 1993 to 2006.

For information and online application materials: seacoastwindensemble.org/scholarship.html.

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Texas Renaissance Festival is accepting scholarship applications

The Texas Renaissance Festival will award scholarships in the amount of $1,500 to three graduating high school seniors this year and is now accepting scholarship applications from students planning to major in the following areas:

•Fine Arts

•Education

•History

•English

•Foreign languages.

The scholarships, part of the festival's School Days educational program, will be awarded to students based on talent and academic performance and are available to public, private and homeschool students in the following counties: Harris, Montgomery, Walker, Grimes, Brazos, Washington, Austin, Waller, Burleson, Fort Bend, Brazoria, Galveston, Chambers, San Jacinto, Jefferson and Liberty. Students who competed in any 2015 School Days Academic or Fine Arts Competition are also welcome to apply.

"The Texas Renaissance Festival is proud to assist deserving students in their quest to achieve their higher education goals," Kim Bryant, School Days coordinator for the Texas Renaissance Festival, says. "Our School Days program has continued to grow each year, with record breaking attendance from students from across the state of Texas and beyond, so it is a privilege to support them as they continue on their academic paths."

The deadline to apply for this scholarship is April 1. Recipients will be announced May 1.

Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or eligible resident. Applications for each scholarship category can be found online at http://www.texrenfestinfo.com/scholarships.

About School Days

School Days, taking place Nov. 1-2, is Texas Renaissance Festival's education program designed to be age appropriate for middle and high school students. All events, shows and activities will be both educational and entertaining. Jousting knights, musicians, jesters and magicians perform on stages and in arenas throughout the village. Students have the opportunity to learn courtly dances, the ancient art of falconry and the history of arms and armor. Artisans in period dress illustrate the technological advances of the Renaissance age through live demonstrations in pottery, glass blowing, blacksmithing, armor making and other arts and trades of this amazing period. No alcohol or weapons will be sold at School Days.

About Texas Renaissance Festival

The Texas Renaissance Festival is the nation's largest and most acclaimed Renaissance-themed event. Established in 1974, the event attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year to its 55-acre festival and campgrounds in Todd Mission. The interactive event features live entertainment, food, fun and professional actors who stay true to character for eight themed weekends from October through November. For more information, please visit www.texrenfest.com or follow on Twitter @texrenfest or like on Facebook/texrenfest.

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South African mayor awards scholarships to virgin women

JOHANNESBURG (AP) - A South African mayor has awarded college scholarships to 16 young women for remaining virgins to encourage others to be "pure and focus on school," her spokesman said Sunday.

The scholarship was introduced this year and has been awarded to young women from the Uthukela district in the eastern KwaZulu-Natal province, mayoral spokesman Jabulani Mkhonza said. Each year the mayor's office awards scholarships to more than 100 promising high school and university students from the area, he said.

The young women who applied for the scholarships voluntarily stayed virgins and agreed to have regular virginity tests to keep their funding, Uthukela Mayor Dudu Mazibuko told South African talk radio station 702.

"To us, it's just to say thank you for keeping yourself and you can still keep yourself for the next three years until you get your degree or certificate," Mazibuko said.

The grants will be renewed "as long as the child can produce a certificate that she is still a virgin," she said. The scholarships focus on young women because they are more vulnerable to exploitation, teenage pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases, she said.

"I think the intentions of the mayor are great but what we don't agree with is giving bursaries for virginity," said chairman for the Commission for Gender Equality Mfanozelwe Shozi. "There is an issue around discrimination on the basis of pregnancy, virginity and even against boys. This is going too far."

Virginity testing is not against South Africa's constitution but it is essential that it is done with consent, said Shozi.

Some activists have called for the banning of virginity testing in South Africa, describing it as sexist and invasive. Those defending the cultural practice say it preserves tradition and has been modernized to teach girls about their reproductive health and HIV and AIDS.

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Foundation offers several scholarships

GALESBURG — The Galesburg Community Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications for students who reside in Knox and Warren Counties. Applications are available and must be submitted online at GCF's website, www.ahealthycommunity.org. Deadlines vary for each scholarship. The following scholarships are available for this year's application period:

Health Careers Scholarships — The Health Careers Scholarships are available to Knox County area students seeking a career in a health related field. Applications are due April 1.

Helen H. Wetherbee Nursing Scholarship — Students accepted into a school of nursing or currently studying under a nursing program are encouraged to apply for the Helen H. Wetherbee Nursing Scholarship. This scholarship is open to Knox County area students. The filing deadline is April 1.

John E. Bohan Excellence in Athletics Scholarship — High school seniors from United High School are encouraged to apply for the John E. Bohan Excellence in Athletics Scholarship. This scholarship is open to senior football players who have been accepted into a collegiate program of study. The filing deadline is March 15.

Becky Carlson Scholarship — Seniors at United High School are encouraged to apply for the Becky Carlson Scholarship. Applicants must be a United High School Senior and have participated in the Special Education Program at United School District 304 K-12. Applications are due April 1.

If you have applied for a GCF scholarship in the past use the same log in as before. If you have forgotten your password call GCF at 344-8898.

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Scholarship targets applicants living near Tyrone Square

ST. PETERSBURG – This year, living near Tyrone Square could help a graduating senior pay for college.

Simon Youth Foundation, a national nonprofit that provides educational opportunities for at-risk high school students, has begun looking for a graduating senior who lives within 50 miles of Tyrone Square.

Each year, Simon Youth Community Scholarships are awarded in every community across the country that is home to Simon, Mills or Premium Outlets malls. The application period has begun and ends on March 1, 2016.

Students can apply online by visiting syf.org/scholarships.

Any student who will be graduating in the class of 2016 and lives within 50 miles of a Simon property is eligible. Recipients will receive up to $1,500 to enroll in an accredited college, university, vocational or technical school.

In 2015, the Simon Youth Foundation awarded $1.2 million to 300 students nationwide.

International Scholarship and Tuition Services Inc., a third-party ad ministrator, will select the 2016 SYF Community Scholarship recipients. Students are selected based on a variety of criteria, including financial need, academic performance, leadership skills and participation in school and community activities. Those students who are the first in their family to pursue a post-secondary education also will be given close consideration.

Recipients will be notified in May.

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Ruiz 4 Kids seeks high school applicants for 2016 scholarships

Ruiz 4 Kids scholarship applications are available online for Sanger High School and other seniors who attend a high school within a 35 mile radius of Dinuba or Tulare. 

"The pursuit of higher education for some can feel like an unachievable dream," saidBlanca Santana, Ruiz 4 Kids Dinuba. 

"The Louis F. Ruiz Golf Invitational funds the Ruiz 4 Kids Scholarship Program. It serves to help students achieve those dreams. Whether they are planning on attending a two or four year university or an accredited Technical College, with our scholarships we look to help relieve some of the financial stress so that students can place their focus where it is needed most, their education."

Ruiz 4 Kids, the non-profit organization of Ruiz Food Products Inc., is based in Dinuba.

The scholarship program is available to select high schools in each of the three geographic areas where Ruiz Foods has manufacturing facilities: Dinuba and Tulare; Denison, Texas; and Florence, SC. 

Ruiz 4 Kids receives more than 600 scholarship applications each year and review teams comprised of a couple dozen Ruiz Foods team members volunteer to make the selections, said Santana. 

"It has become evident to those of us involved in the review and selection process, that sometimes it isn't about the actual monetary award," said Santana. 

"For many of these students, it is the knowledge that those involved in Ruiz 4 Kids and Ruiz Foods believe in them and their ability to accomplish great achievements."

In the past six years, Ruiz 4 Kids has awarded almost $2 million in scholarships to hundreds of high school seniors committed to furthering their education.

In addition to the financial and emotional boost the award brings," said Santana, "recipients also receive 12, $4 off coupons for Ruiz Foods products which includes their El Monterey brand burritos, taquitos and quesadillas. 

"Some recipients get just as excited about the food as they do the award. Ruiz 4 Kids' mission is to provide opportunities to inspire hope and change in children's lives."

Applicants must have a 2.5 GPA or above to apply if they plan on attending a two-year college or vocational institution. Those who will be attending a four-year college or university must have a GPA of 3.0 or better.

To learn more about the Ruiz 4 Kids Scholarship Program and access the guidelines and application, visit: http://www.ruiz4kids.org/programs-scholarships.aspx. The deadline for submission is March 4, 2016.

This year's Louis F. Ruiz Golf Invitational is scheduled for April 19 at the Valley Oaks Golf Course in Visalia. The event attracts support from a wide variety of vendors and suppliers to Ruiz Foods.

Ruiz Foods Products, Inc. is a privately owned corporation with corporate offices in Dinuba. Kim Ruiz Beck, the elder daughter of co-founder and chairman emeritus, Fred Ruiz, is chairman. Rachel Cullen is president and CEO.

Ruiz Foods employs more than 2,900 people in four facilities located in the U.S. For more information; visit www.ElMonterey.com or www.myTornados.com

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More Than $600,000 in Accounting Scholarships Now Available from the AICPA

The American Institute of CPAs is proud to announce that the AICPA Legacy Scholarship application is now available on ThisWayToCPA.com for the 2016-2017 academic year. These scholarships will provide students with assistance in paying for their college education and encourage them to create and execute special on-campus events promoting the accounting profession.

The AICPA Legacy Scholars program will provide more than 100 scholarships for the 2016-2017 academic year, totaling more than $600,000 to deserving undergraduate and graduate accounting students from across the nation. A streamlined application process allows students to fill out one application for all four AICPA Legacy Scholarship awards.

"The future of the CPA profession can be found in the students in accounting classrooms all across the country. The AICPA is dedicated to providing guidance and support to college students to ensure that the pipeline of accounting talent entering the workforce remains as strong and diverse as possible," said Joanne Fiore, AICPA vice president, professional media, pathways and inclusion. "The AICPA Legacy Scholars program does more than just help students with the cost of their education. It also draws them closer to the accounting profession while encouraging them to be become involved in their communities and develop a sense of public service."

The AICPA Legacy Scholars program, established in 2011, awards recipients with a one-year scholarship and uses on-campus service work to help them develop the soft skills, including leadership and communications, needed to thrive in the accounting profession. Scholarship recipients plan, promote and execute specific on-campus events each semester that promote the value of the profession to others. To date, more than 300 students have participated in the AICPA Legacy Scholars program.

The AICPA Legacy Scholars program is comprised offour distinct awards:

AICPA Legacy Scholars are Student Affiliate Members of the AICPA, a free membership option available to all students currently enrolled in college. Each AICPA Legacy Scholar has special access to CPA coaches that are available to provide guidance on the student's work and to advise on questions related to the profession and the work environment.

Scholarship funding is provided by contributions from the AICPA Foundation, Robert Half International, Accountemps, the New Jersey Society of CPAs, the Accounting Education Foundation of the Texas Society of CPAs, and the Virgin Islands Society of CPAs.

Students can find more information and apply online at ThisWayToCPA.com. The application deadline is April 1, 2016.

As a service to students, the AICPA offers the National Scholarship Search on ThisWayToCPA. This platform allows students to search for more than 100 scholarships by state and scholarship type.

For more information, contact scholarships@aicpa.org.

About the AICPA

The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) is the world's largest member association representing the accounting profession, with more than 412,000 members in 144 countries, and a history of serving the public interest since 1887. AICPA members represent many areas of practice, including business and industry, public practice, government, education and consulting.

The AICPA sets ethical standards for the profession and U.S. auditing standards for private companies, nonprofit organizations, federal, state and local governments. It develops and grades the Uniform CPA Examination, and offers specialty credentials for CPAs who concentrate on personal financial planning; forensic accounting; business valuation; and information management and technology assurance. Through a joint venture with the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA (News - Alert)), it has established the Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designation which sets a new standard for global recognition of management accounting.

The AICPA maintains offices in New York, Washington, DC, Durham, NC, and Ewing, NJ.

Media representatives are invited to visit the AICPA Press Center at aicpa.org/press.

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Four Ryle seniors win gaming scholarships

Based on their video game accomplishments, these four Ryle High School seniors were offered full scholarships to Robert Morris University in Chicago. From left are: Henry Kneale, Mason Carnes, Kyle Cousin and Jake Laumann.(Photo: Nancy Daly/The Community Recorder)Buy Photo

UNION – Four seniors at Ryle High School have won full scholarship offers at the first college in the country to provide athletic-based scholarships for e-sports gaming.

Based on their competitive performance in the global online gaming world, Mason Carnes, Kyle Cousin, Henry Kneale and Jake Laumann have received scholarship offers from Robert Morris University in Chicago.

Two of the students, Mason and Henry, started gaming together while students at Ockerman Middle School. The four have played together since freshmen at Ryle with a special emphasis on the game Counter-strike: Global Offensive.

Jake, 18, a Union resident, learned about the e-sports program at Robert Morris and reached out for more information. "This is the part where it got awesome," Jake said, because RMU was already seeking to step up its efforts in Counter-strike competition.

Kurt Melcher, RMU's associate athletic director and e-sports coordinator, said after the Ryle students visited the Chicago campus they were offered full scholarships valued at $22,000 apiece. They'll compete in the 300-school Collegiate Star League on weekends in the school's eSports Arena which has 35 play areas and plays to a full house every Saturday. Then they'll take a full load of classes in whatever area of study interests them.

"It's not just that they're coming to play video games. Their job is to get better as a player and the coach is going to push them," Melcher said.

"It's not just fun and games," Melcher said. "They are at an ability level where they want to be pushed."

From their research, the senior scholarship winners say the e-sports business is on the verge of blowing up in a big way. Online streaming and television interest in professional tournaments is stepping up. Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban is part of a team that has invested $7 million in a Seattle start-up Unikrn (pronounced "Unicorn"), which offers wagering on competitive video game tournaments, according to Fortune.com.

"Most people see games and they think of people sitting on a couch with a controller just kind of lazing around," said Kyle, 17, of Florence. There is so much more to it, the teens agree.

Melcher, who proposed bringing e-sports into RMU's sports department, said, "They're absolutely a sport. They provide all the same benefits that sports provide," he said. Competitors work as a team, take leadership positions and directions from a coach, rise in skill level. Values of integrity and character, he said, "it all plays in these sports."

The one thing that separates e-sports from traditional collegiate sports, he said, is cardiovascular exertion.

A student at Robert Morris University practices in the college's ESports Arena. (Photo: Thanks to Kurt Melcher)

In 2014 RMU became the first university to offer gaming scholarships for a varsity e-sports team which currently competes in League of Legends, Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft and Dota 2 competitions.

And that brings us to the Ryle team's game of choice, Counter-strike: Global Offensive (CS: GO), which had more than 10 million online players last month, according to http://blog.counter-strike.net.

"The game we play, CS: GO, is very skill based," Kyle said. "You have to play it a lot and you really have to practice in order to be good or at least at the level that we are."

Jake, who plans to study business management, has decided to accept the RMU scholarship. Henry, 17, of Florence, says he is 95 percent sure. He's interested in computer science and business. Mason, 18, of Florence, is also nearing a decision and wants to study computers and business. Kyle is still undecided.

Ryle Principal Matt Turner was eager to hear details of the Robert Morris scholarship offer.

"I'm excited and happy for them because they're going to get something they love to do and they're going to get paid for it, basically," Turner said.

Gamers' snacks of choice

What fuels the scholarship-winning online game players in those high-stress sessions of Counter-strike: Global Offensive? The Recorder asked the Ryle team for the "brain food" that helped get them their full tuition offers.

Jake: Better Cheddar

Kyle: Pistachios or unsalted peanuts

Mason: Sparkling grape juice

Henry: "I'll eat like whatever, but if I'm having a good time I'm drinking Sunkist."

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Credit union offers scholarships for local students

By Erica McClainemcclain@heritage.com

The Community Choice Foundation Scholarship Program awarded 20 metro Detroit high school students a total of $100,000 in scholarships in 2015 for pledging to attend college in Michigan and committing to give back to the state by building their careers within the state. Photo courtesy of Community Choice Credit Union

Community Choice Credit Union is seeking applicants for its annual scholarship program, which is awarded to graduating students who pledge to attend college and build careers within Michigan.

The annual scholarship program awards $100,000 in scholarships to students and is now in its eighth year.

The program is one of the largest scholarship programs in the credit union industry both in Michigan and nationally, and has awarded more than $700,000 in scholarships to 140 students in the metro Detroit area since 2009.

"The Community Choice Scholarship Program was created at the height of the Great Recession as a way to entice Michigan's young talent to stay in-state," said Robert Bava, president and CEO of Community Choice Credit Union. "Now that Michigan's economy is rebounding, there is a need for young people to fill the jobs that are growing here in number every day."

New this year, Community Choice announced that the scholarship program is opening eligibility to all high school seniors in the state of Michigan.

Scholarships of up to $5,000 each will be awarded to those who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, involvement in extracurricular activities, and dedication to community service.

Eligible applicants must plan on attending a Michigan college or university, and must pledge to stay in Michigan after college. Applicants will be evaluated based on grade point average, dedication to serving their community and a written essay.

Applications are being accepted online at CommunityChoiceFoundation.com through Feb. 15.

The newest 2016 scholars will be welcomed to the group during an award presentation in May.

The program, which is run by Community Choice Foundation, would not be possible without support from the credit union, local businesses, the community and credit union members. The scholarships are made possible by sponsorships, which begin at $500 and go up to a full $5,000 scholarship level. Donations of every amount are accepted. To donate, or for questions regarding the application process, please contact Foundation Coordinator Steven Hernandez at 877-243-2528, ext. 1978, or email shernandez@communitychoicecu.com. Continued...

Community Choice Credit Union is in the Downriver area at 1280 Biddle Ave., Wyandotte, and 26346 Gibraltar Road, Flat Rock.

For more information, visit CommunityChoiceCU.com.

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GWCF accepting scholarship applications

WORCESTER - The Greater Worcester Community Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications. High school seniors who live in Worcester County and seek college scholarships for the 2016-2017 academic year are encouraged to apply.

Now in its 37th year of awarding college scholarships, awards ranging from $300 to $5,000 will be made to students based on criteria including financial need, area of study, ethnic origin, community involvement, high school, and place of residence.

Students may apply online at greaterworcester.org. Scholarship applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. Monday, March 7, 2016. Recipients will be announced June 2016.

Submitting a single application allows a student to be considered for any of the foundation's 130 scholarships for which they are eligible. To learn more, contact Beckley Schowalter, Scholarship Program manager, at bschowalter@greaterworcester.org.

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Credit union offers scholarships for local students

By Erica McClainemcclain@heritage.com

The Community Choice Foundation Scholarship Program awarded 20 metro Detroit high school students a total of $100,000 in scholarships in 2015 for pledging to attend college in Michigan and committing to give back to the state by building their careers within the state. Photo courtesy of Community Choice Credit Union

Community Choice Credit Union is seeking applicants for its annual scholarship program, which is awarded to graduating students who pledge to attend college and build careers within Michigan.

The annual scholarship program awards $100,000 in scholarships to students and is now in its eighth year.

The program is one of the largest scholarship programs in the credit union industry both in Michigan and nationally, and has awarded more than $700,000 in scholarships to 140 students in the metro Detroit area since 2009.

"The Community Choice Scholarship Program was created at the height of the Great Recession as a way to entice Michigan's young talent to stay in-state," said Robert Bava, president and CEO of Community Choice Credit Union. "Now that Michigan's economy is rebounding, there is a need for young people to fill the jobs that are growing here in number every day."

New this year, Community Choice announced that the scholarship program is opening eligibility to all high school seniors in the state of Michigan.

Scholarships of up to $5,000 each will be awarded to those who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, involvement in extracurricular activities, and dedication to community service.

Eligible applicants must plan on attending a Michigan college or university, and must pledge to stay in Michigan after college. Applicants will be evaluated based on grade point average, dedication to serving their community and a written essay.

Applications are being accepted online at CommunityChoiceFoundation.com through Feb. 15.

The newest 2016 scholars will be welcomed to the group during an award presentation in May.

The program, which is run by Community Choice Foundation, would not be possible without support from the credit union, local businesses, the community and credit union members. The scholarships are made possible by sponsorships, which begin at $500 and go up to a full $5,000 scholarship level. Donations of every amount are accepted. To donate, or for questions regarding the application process, please contact Foundation Coordinator Steven Hernandez at 877-243-2528, ext. 1978, or email shernandez@communitychoicecu.com. Continued...

Community Choice Credit Union is in the Downriver area at 1280 Biddle Ave., Wyandotte, and 26346 Gibraltar Road, Flat Rock.

For more information, visit CommunityChoiceCU.com.

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Source: Credit union offers scholarships for local students

Israel travel scholarships available for teens in 2016-17

The Jewish Federation of Greater Orlando (JFGO) has announced that applications for the 2016 Ronald Colman Israel Scholarship Fund will be available online starting Monday, Jan. 18.

The Ronald Colman Israel Scholarship Fund was made possible by a generous endowment established by the Colman family to encourage Jewish teens in the Greater Orlando area to participate in educational experiences in Israel. The program is open to all Jewish teens in 9th—12th grades who are permanent residents of Central Florida. Gap year programs are not eligible.

Additional application criteria:

Teens who apply must be traveling on an organized educational youth/peer Israel program, including adventure travel, community service, volunteer work or academic programming.

Family trips are not eligible. Scholarship funds are for programs in the summer of 2016 and programs during the 2016-17 school year (such as the Alexander Muss High School in Israel). Funds will be distributed directly to the sponsoring organization of the selected trip.

Students who apply must submit a 500- to 800-word essay about their goals for a trip to Israel. Detailed essay guidelines are provided in the application.

Upon completion of their trips, teens selected for scholarships must submit a 500- to 800-word essay, along with a photograph, describing their experiences and insights gained during the trip.

Applications are available beginning Jan. 18 on JFGO's Jewish Teen Education Network web page, http://www.jfgo.org/jten. This year's application deadline is March 31. A review committee will select the scholarship recipients, who will be notified no later than April 15, 2016.

For additional information, please contact Jennifer Cohen, the Federation's JTEN coordinator, at jcohen@jfgo.org or 407-645-5933, ext. 239.

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BNL Scholarship Foundation Applications Now Available

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(BEDFORD) - Bedford North Lawrence Scholarship Foundation Inc., announces that 2016 scholarship applications will be available in the BNL Counseling Department and online at www.nlcs.k12.in.us/BNLSF beginning January 22.

A scholarship foundation representative will be available in the BNL cafeteria during lunch periods on January 22 if students have questions concerning the scholarship process or wish to pick up an application.

The deadline for returning the application is February 5. There will be no exceptions.

The BNL Scholarship Foundation Inc., offers more than 300 scholarships to BNL students. The scholarships are presented based on academic achievement, activities (both in and out of school), evidence of achievement in their chosen field of study and an interview with the selection committee.

For more information, contact the foundation office at (812) 279-3561, ext. 48137.

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Central Scholarship presenting Finding Money for College workshops

OWINGS MILLS, Md. — Central Scholarship will launch its 2016 College Cash® Financial Literacy Series with the following Finding Money for College seminars:

January 13, 2016

5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.

University of Baltimore School of Law

1401 North Charles Street, Baltimore

January 14, 2016

5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.

The Hotel at Arundel Preserve

7795 Arundel Mills Blvd., Hanover

These free workshops aim to educate students and their parents on how to manage college costs and increase the impact of federal, state and private aid.

Activities include a review of sample financial aid award letters so attendees may understand actual college costs and gaps, and an evaluation of winning scholarship essays. Presenters will highlight sources of private aid, strategies for applying and tips for submitting competitive scholarship applications.

Additionally, all students who attend are eligible to apply for an extra $5,000 in scholarships that is available only to seminar attendees.

This Spring, the College Cash ® series will continue with Managing Student Loans workshops taking place at the same venues at the same times (Baltimore: Apr 14 and Hanover: Apr. 21). For more information or to register for any of the sessions, visit www.central-scholarship.org or call 410-415-5558.

College Cash ® debuted in 2010 to help college-goers make wise financial choices when pursuing higher educationand reduce their loan burden. In 2015, the series reached nearly 600 Maryland residents. Sessions have occurred in Baltimore City, and Anne Arundel, Baltimore and Howard counties, and Central Scholarship plans to bring them statewide.

Central Scholarship, founded in 1924, is devoted to helping individuals in Maryland achieve a better life through higher education. Believing that education is a right, not a privilege and that scholarships are an investment, not an expense, the non-profit 501(c)(3) organization awards over $1 million annually in scholarships and interest free loans for career training and undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. For more information, visit www.central-scholarship.org.

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Customs House Museum’s Melina Ludwig Selected for Management Institute Scholarship

Clarksville, TN – The Customs House Museum and Cultural Center is pleased to announce that Marketing and Media Director Melina Ludwig has been selected for Southeastern Museums Conference's (SEMC) Jekyll Island Management Institute class of 2016.

Customs House Museum Marketing and Media Director Melina Ludwig.

The annual Jekyll Island Management Institute (JIMI) provides an opportunity for participants to learn current methods in the field and build networks with other museum professionals, while gaining leadership and management training.

Faculty members provide expertise and practical approaches to administrative challenges.

Ludwig was awarded the John and Cynthia Lancaster Scholarship, which covers tuition for a professional from Tennessee. JIMI 2016 takes place January 19th-26th in Jekyll Island, Georgia.

Ludwig joined the Customs House Museum in 2010 after graduating from Austin Peay State University with a B.F.A. in Studio Art. She was named marketing and media director in 2011, where she oversees all the promotional and communications activities for the Museum. Originally from Chattanooga, Tennessee, Ludwig serves as chairman of the Two Rivers Company marketing committee and is on the board of directors for the Arts & Heritage Development Council.

About the Customs House Museum

Located in the heart of historic downtown Clarksville, Tennessee, the Customs House Museum and Cultural Center is the State's second largest general museum. The original portion of the building was constructed in 1898 as a U.S. Post Office and Customs House for the flourishing tobacco trade. Incorporating a number of architectural styles, the original structure is one of the most photographed buildings in the region.

With over 35,000 square feet of the region's best hands-on activities and special events…people of all ages agree – the Customs House Museum is well worth the stop!

The Explorer's Gallery is packed with fun, learning and fantasy in Aunt Alice's Attic, McGregor's Market and kitchen, and of course – the Bubble Cave! Finally, get "all aboard" to see our fantastic model trains. Our volunteer engineers "ride the rails" every Sunday afternoon from 1:00pm to 4:00pm.

Regular museum hours are 10:00am to 5:00pm Tuesday through Saturday, and 1:00pm to 5:00pm on Sundays. Adult admission is $7.00, Senior Citizens and College ID $5.00, Ages 6 to 18 $3.00, and under six years and Museum members are free.

The Customs House Museum is located at 200 South Second Street. For more information, call 931.648.5780 or visit their website at www.customshousemuseum.org

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Have College Dreams? Florida Realtors® Seeks Student Scholarship Winners

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Do you have kids currently in college, or maybe one who is about to graduate high school? Are they interested in a possible real estate-related career? Then find out more about the Student Scholarship Program offered through Florida Realtors® Education Foundation Inc., a not-for-profit corporation that provides real estate-related educational scholarships. But act fast: The application deadline for this year's program is March 7, 2016.

"Florida Realtors and our Realtor members across the state are proud of our student scholarship program," said Gary Verwilt, chairman of Florida Realtors Education Foundation Inc. "Helping these young people is a great way to give back to our communities and to invest in Florida's future. We feel privileged to be able to provide much-needed financial support to young people struggling to realize their dreams for college and the future."

Now in its seventh year, the program has helped 547 students achieve their college goals through $980,300 in scholarship funding, Verwilt said.

This student scholarship program is open and available to students whose parents are Realtors or are licensed real estate practitioners, or whose parents are employed by any local Realtor board/association or by the Florida Realtors, as well as any Florida student currently enrolled at a school (including home-schooled students or those attending a charter school.) It is based on an application form, which can be found on Florida Realtors' website at www.floridarealtors.org/AboutFar/Scholarships/index.cfm

Who can apply for the new program? Any Florida high school senior who will be attending an undergraduate college or university; any student currently enrolled in an undergraduate college or university (any major); or any student pursuing a graduate degree is eligible. There are no limitations as to location of the college or university attended, provided the applicant indicates the intent to return to work in Florida after graduation. Proof of the student's legal Florida residency is required, however.

Scholarships start at $1,000; the number of scholarships and dollar amounts awarded may vary each year and are determined by the Education Foundation's Board of Directors. Criteria to be considered include, but aren't limited to: academic achievements, financial need, relationship to the Realtor family, and contributions to family, school and community. The Foundation's Board of Directors has "sole and absolute discretion" over all decisions as to whether an applicant qualifies.

An important reminder to all applicants: The Florida Realtors Education Foundation Scholarship application is only available online at www.FloridaRealtorsFREF2016.fluidreview.com. Please note that applications may not be mailed or faxed in for this scholarship. Only the applications submitted through this website will be eligible for review.

Remember, you have until March 7 at noon to fill out the online application for the Florida Realtors Education Foundation's student scholarship program. To find the application form and check out FAQs, go to: www.floridarealtors.org/AboutFar/Scholarships/index.cfm

Florida Realtors® serves as the voice for real estate in Florida. It provides programs, services, continuing education, research and legislative representation to its 155,000 members in 55 boards/associations. Florida Realtors® Media Center website is available at http://media.floridarealtors.org.

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Applications for Vellekamp Environmental Scholarship now being accepted

MEADOWLANDS – Hackensack Riverkeeper, the citizen-steward of the Hackensack River Watershed, is accepting applications for the 2016 Ron Vellekamp Environmental Scholarship. Now in its 16th year, the program, named in honor of the late Ridgefield, N.J. science teacher and founding Riverkeeper trustee, helps support college-bound high school seniors who excel academically and who maintain a strong commitment to environmental protection.

Seniors at 66 high schools in Bergen, Hudson, and Rockland Counties are eligible to be nominated by a teacher or guidance counselor for the award. Applications must be postmarked no later than Earth Day, April 22, 2016. A panel of Hackensack Riverkeeper trustees and staffers
led by Captains Bill Sheehan and Hugh Carola will review each application and consider the students' academic achievements, environmental extracurricular activities, and future plans. The winner of the $1,000 unrestricted award will be announced on June 1. Full application c riteria are available online at hackensackriverkeeper.org or by calling (201) 968-0808.

All applicants must live within the 210-square mile Hackensack River Watershed and/or attend a school within that region. A list of watershed municipalities is available on the Hackensack Riverkeeper website. For those residing in bi-watershed communities like Jersey City, Paramus, or Ramapo, nominators are cautioned to ensure a student's eligibility before submitting an application.

Those without a high school senior in the family but who support their local best and brightest students can participate in the program by making a donation to the scholarship fund. Donations to the Ron Vellekamp Environmental Scholarship are tax-deductible and can be made by check or online. Fully 100 percent of all such donations will go to the fund.

For more information call Program Director/Scholarship Administrator Hugh Carola at (201) 968-0808 x102 or email Hugh@hackensackriverkeeper.org.

Source: Applications for Vellekamp Environmental Scholarship now being accepted

Scholarship America awards grant to Marblehead Dollars for Scholars

Marblehead Dollars for Scholars was recently awarded a $10,000 matching grant from Scholarship America, the parent organization to Dollars for Scholars affiliates across the country.

The grant, if matched with an equal amount of funds raised by Marblehead Dollars for Scholars, will provide deserving students the opportunity to receive financially impactful, renewable scholarships, further aligning itself with Scholarship America's renewed focus of helping students complete their degree or program with a reduced level of debt.

"Renewable, financially impactful scholarships that are directed to students with the greatest financial need will be an important tool to improving educational outcomes in our Dollars for Scholars communities," said Scholarship America's president and CEO, Robert C. Ballard. "Our goal with the Dollars for Scholars Affiliate Matching program is to partner with our affiliates and their local supporters to build and sustain renewable scholarship opportunities so that more students across the country can complete their degree or program with a reduced level of debt."

In addition to receiving the $10,000 grant, the Marblehead affiliate will also receive personalized support and tools from Scholarship America to ensure that the program will remain successful in the future.

Established in 1987, Marblehead Dollars for Scholars provides financial need-based scholarships to Marblehead high school students or Marblehead residents who are pursuing their undergraduate education or job-related training. The organization has 31 permanently endowed scholarships and has awarded more than 2 million dollars to local students over the past 29 years.

The generosity of Marblehead residents who donate to the local nonprofit and investment choices made by members of the organization's board of directors have enabled the organization to build their endowment to more than 2 million dollars.

Each year, Marblehead Dollars for Scholars awards approximately 50-60 scholarships to high school seniors and rising college sophomores, junior and seniors with the average value of each scholarship being $2,000.

For the past several years, the local nonprofit's board of directors has been discussing ways to offer larger scholarships that will be more helpful in reducing student debt. When the organization was awarded the Scholarship America $10,000 matching grant, the board went to work to raise its own $10,000 contribution.

Through a "Fund the Need" effort at last fall's annual Hollers for Scholars fundraiser, where generous donors pledged between $100 and $1,000 each, this goal was achieved.

"This new matching grant scholarship will allow us to jump start our high impact award initiative which seeks to establish four-year, renewable awards with increased levels of annual funding," said Marblehead Dollars for Scholars president Todd Zion.

Students will apply for the matching grant scholarship using the same online process used by all Marblehead Dollars for Scholars applicants. However, the matching grant scholarship has particular criteria that must be met beyond demonstrating financial need, which includes: maintaining a 3.0 GPA, demonstrating leadership and/or service that benefits others and overcoming an obstacle in their pursuit of a post-secondary education.

Page 2 of 2 - This new scholarship will provide a minimum of $20,000 over four years to a student who qualifies and is able to maintain all of the requirements during their undergraduate education.

"We're excited and honored that Scholarship America selected our organization to receive this matching grant and we hope this opportunity will lead to the establishment of other high impact scholarships in the future," said Zion.

Scholarship America mobilizes support for students getting into and graduating from college. Since 1958, Scholarship America has distributed more than $3.1 billion in scholarship assistance to more than 2 million students, funding both entry-level and multiyear scholarships and emergency financial grants. For information, visit scholarshipamerica.org.

Source: Scholarship America awards grant to Marblehead Dollars for Scholars

Woodlawn senior awarded full engineering scholarship

Weeks before the New Year, Woodlawn High School senior Dameatria Washington had good reason to celebrate.

Washington, 18, received a full scholarship to the engineering program at Morgan State University (MSU), which covers tuition, housing, books and meals, with the caveat that she maintains a high G.P.A in the program.

Washington says she learned the good news after visiting MSU's admission office on what started out as an ordinary school day and ended with cheers and excitement.

Washington took the bus to her mother's job and they drove to MSU's campus to meet with the admissions staff. She presented her SAT scores, high school transcripts and a desire to succeed. After reviewing her documents, she received an acceptance letter and what Washington and her mother, Ethel Joy, initially thought was a partial scholarship. Much to their surprise, it was a full scholarship. The National Honor Society student will begin her freshman year in fall 2016.

Washington says that she had lots of help along her academic journey and her greatest supporter has been her mother. She and her mother relocated to Maryland from South Carolina after a few setbacks. Joy said she wanted her daughter to have a greater chance of succeeding.

"I want her life to be different and better than some things I had to endure growing up," said Joy. "I want her to understand that a good education can take her far— around the world!"

Washington acknowledged the support she received from Ashley Gallant, a guidance counselor at Woodlawn High School.

"She helped me to fill out my college application and other forms too," said Washington. "She's supported and encouraged me every step of the way."

Washington also credits Alloysius Ndyio, a Morgan college assistant who managed the internship program established through a partnership between Woodlawn High School and Parsons Brickenrhoff, an engineering consulting firm. The competitive program is designed to recruit and train honor roll students who are interested in pursuing a career in engineering. Washington wrote a 500-word essay, which stated why she wanted to study business and engineering in college. She was one of six students selected from the high school who received a letter of recommendation from the guidance counselor and was given an internship or acceptance into the program.

As an active member of the National Honor Society at Woodlawn High School, she helped tutor her peers and collected toiletry items for them too. She also participated in several community events and served dinners at a local homeless shelter.

Joy said that her daughter is "a very strong young lady" that has a "giving spirit."

"I encourage her every chance I can," said Joy. "I always tell her, don't let this world change you. I'm praying that she will be a strong leader for other young ladies to look up to."

Source: Woodlawn senior awarded full engineering scholarship

Credit union offering 10 scholarships

Accepting congratulations from their presenters are recipients of Catholic Vantage Financial 2015 scholarships. In the front row are Aiden Vance ( left) and Evan Torley, and in the second row are Matthew McClintock, Kelly Solak, Rachel Smith, Anna Schubert, Taylor Graham, Allyson Hill, Collin Caid and Andrew Budd. The scholarship presenters, in the back row, are Michael Hammond (left), CFV board chairman; Supt. Brian Dougherty, Catholic Schools Archdiocese of Detroit; and Greg Masel, CVF board of directors. Photo courtesy of Catholic Vantage Financial

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Catholic Vantage Financial recently announced that student scholarship applications will be available online at www.mycvf.org, beginning Jan. 15. The deadline to apply is March 1.

The credit union will award a total of 10 scholarships to members this year.

Six scholarships of $500 each will be awarded to help cover tuition for students who attend Catholic schools. Two scholarships will be awarded to students in kindergarten through eighth grade, and four scholarships will go to students who attend a Catholic high school. Scholarship recipients will be selected by random drawing and notified in writing by March 11.

Four college scholarships of $1,000 each also will be awarded to 2016 high school graduating seniors of private or public high schools, who will attend an accredited college, university or trade school. In addition to completing the online application, students are required to write and submit a 500-word essay. Scholarship recipients will be selected based on the information submitted.

"Awarding these scholarships to help students further their education is a highlight of our year," said Emma Teller, vice president of marketing and business development for Catholic Vantage Financial. "We look forward to recognizing the students and their families at our annual meeting for members."

More details about the scholarships are available online at www.mycvf.org.

Catholic Vantage Financial is considered Michigan's leading and most well respected Catholic Federal Credit Union, according to administrators. In addition to the credit union's offices, ATMs and extensive online services, members have access to more than 5,000 shared branches and nearly 30,000 ATMs nationwide. Member deposits are insured to $250,000 by the National Credit Union Administration, a U.S. government agency. For more information and to learn how to join, call 734-432-0212 or visit www.mycvf.org.

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Catholic Vantage Financial recently announced that student scholarship applications will be available online at www.mycvf.org, beginning Jan. 15. The deadline to apply is March 1.

The credit union will award a total of 10 scholarships to members this year.

Six scholarships of $500 each will be awarded to help cover tuition for students who attend Catholic schools. Two scholarships will be awarded to students in kindergarten through eighth grade, and four scholarships will go to students who attend a Catholic high school. Scholarship recipients will be selected by random drawing and notified in writing by March 11.

Four college scholarships of $1,000 each also will be awarded to 2016 high school graduating seniors of private or public high schools, who will attend an accredited college, university or trade school. In addition to completing the online application, students are required to write and submit a 500-word essay. Scholarship recipients will be selected based on the information submitted.

"Awarding these scholarships to help students further their education is a highlight of our year," said Emma Teller, vice president of marketing and business development for Catholic Vantage Financial. "We look forward to recognizing the students and their families at our annual meeting for members."

More details about the scholarships are available online at www.mycvf.org.

Catholic Vantage Financial is considered Michigan's leading and most well respected Catholic Federal Credit Union, according to administrators. In addition to the credit union's offices, ATMs and extensive online services, members have access to more than 5,000 shared branches and nearly 30,000 ATMs nationwide. Member deposits are insured to $250,000 by the National Credit Union Administration, a U.S. government agency. For more information and to learn how to join, call 734-432-0212 or visit www.mycvf.org.

Source: Catholic Vantage Financial

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Qualified 7th Graders Can Earn Special Consideration For Cooke Scholarships By Completing An edX Online College Course

LANSDOWNE, Va., Jan. 6, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Outstanding 7th grade students from families with financial need can earn special consideration for a Jack Kent Cooke Foundation scholarship if they complete a free college class offered by online course provider edX, the two nonprofit organizations announced today.  

The Cooke Young Scholars Program provides high-achieving students entering 8th grade with many benefits, including: individualized counseling to set academic goals; guidance on applying to colleges; and funding for summer educational programs, study abroad, internships and some school expenses.

Up to 70 students will be selected to begin the Young Scholars Program when they start 8th grade in September. Young Scholars must have earned grades of mostly As in school since 6th grade, with no grades of C in English, math, science or social studies. They must live and attend high school in the United States or a U.S. territory.

In the past three years the average annual family income of Young Scholars was $30,000. Almost all Young Scholars have come from families with annual incomes below $60,000.

To date, 96 percent of Cooke Young Scholars have gone on to receive Cooke College Scholarships that are worth up to $40,000 a year, and many receive Cooke Continuing Graduate Scholarships worth up to $50,000 a year for four years.

EdX, a nonprofit founded by Harvard and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, offers free online courses from the world's best universities and institutions. It is one of the world's leading providers of massive open online courses (MOOCs), and increases access to education for learners everywhere.

"We're partnering with edX because we want the brightest young people in the United States with financial need to become Cooke Young Scholars," Cooke Foundation Executive Director Harold O. Levy said. "A 7th grader who can successfully complete a college course offered by edX is clearly advanced, hard-working and motivated, and that's exactly the type of student who deserves serious consideration for our scholarship program." 

"EdX is committed to increasing access to high-quality education for people all over the world," said edX CEO and MIT Professor Anant Agarwal. "We're proud to work with the Cooke Foundation to open new doors to educational opportunity for excellent students who need financial assistance to reach their full potential."

The Cooke Foundation and edX launched the Cooke edX Challenge last year to encourage 7th grade students capable of handling college work and who meet scholarship eligibility requirements for financial need to sign up for one of five edX online courses and to apply for the Cooke Young Scholars Program. Last year, 10 of the Young Scholars selected participated in the Cooke edX Challenge.

Registration for the five edX courses that are part of the Cooke edX Challenge is now open. The first of the five courses begins Jan. 18.

Students who audit and pass one of the five courses and apply for the scholarship will also each receive a $25 Amazon gift card. More information about the Cooke edX Challenge can be found here.

The application period for the Cooke Foundation's Young Scholars Program – the most generous pre-college scholarship and educational support program of its kind in the United States – will begin in late January and will continue until April 14. Detailed information on the program, including instructions on how to apply and a video featuring Young Scholars, can be found here.

Here are the five edX courses that are involved in the Cooke edX Challenge:

The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation is dedicated to advancing the education of exceptionally promising students who have financial need. It offers the largest scholarships in the U.S., comprehensive counseling and other support services to students from 8th grade to graduate school. Since 2000 it has awarded $147 million in scholarships to nearly 2,000 students and over $88 million in grants to organizations that serve high-achieving, low-income students. www.jkcf.org

EdX is a nonprofit, open-source learning destination offering online courses from more than 95 member institutions, composed of both leading global universities, and colleges and a diverse group of prominent organizations from around the world. Founded by Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and based in Cambridge, MA, USA, edX is focused on transforming online and classroom learning through groundbreaking methodologies, game-like educational experiences and cutting-edge research on an open-source platform. www.edx.org.

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Pay for School in 2016: Fastweb's Recommendations for Students in the New Year

CHICAGO, Jan. 5, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- As 2016 begins, Fastweb (www.fastweb.com), the leading website for scholarship and financial aid information and a member of the Monster.com network, recommends two significant actions students should take in the new year as they focus on paying for school.

Apply for Scholarships: The new year presents exciting scholarship opportunities for all students to find more ways to pay for school. In Fastweb's 2016 Scholarships article, they have shown several of the many valuable opportunities open now. High School focused scholarships such as the Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision Science Competition with awards between $5,000 and $10,000 and the Optimist International Oratorical Contest with an award of $2,500 are excellent examples. Graduate opportunities, such as the Swann Foundation Fellowship award of $15,000, are also available and open now. Students should apply now for scholarships that match their interest and academic goals.

"The new year is the time for students to focus on ways to pay for school and achieve their educational goals, finding and applying to scholarship opportunities is an important part of any plan," states Mark Nelson, Managing Director of Fastweb. He adds, "New opportunities are identified and added to our industry leading scholarship database on an ongoing basis, so students can benefit all year long."

Complete the FAFSA:  The FAFSA (free application for federal student aid) application for 2016-17, opened on January 1st. Students should fill out the application as early as possible to initiate the federal student aid process. More information about the FAFSA is available at Fastweb's Everything FAFSA page. Significant changes are also coming to the 2017-18 FAFSA, learn more with Fastweb's outline, 2017-18 FAFSA Changes: What Prior-Prior Year (PPY) Means for You.

Get more information on scholarship opportunities and the FAFSA on Fastweb.com. All resources are available online and always at no charge.

About Fastweb

Fastweb, a top site in the Monster Worldwide (NYSE:MWW) network, is the nation's recognized leader in helping students pay for school, by providing scholarship and financial aid information, as well as information on jobs and internships. One out of three college-bound seniors use the site, and more than 50 million users have benefitted from Fastweb's information and services. Fastweb lets students create personalized profiles that can be matched against its expansive databases of colleges and scholarships. As the oldest and most popular free online scholarship matching service, the database has more than 1.5 million scholarships totaling over $3.4 billion. To learn more about Fastweb, visit www.fastweb.com and follow Fastweb on social media for the latest on paying for school all year long: Twitter (at @PayingForSchool); Facebook; Pinterest; Google+.

About Monster Worldwide

Monster Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: MWW) is a global leader in connecting people to jobs, wherever they are. For more than 20 years, Monster has helped people improve their lives with better jobs, and employers find the best talent. Today, the company offers services in more than 40 countries, providing some of the broadest, most sophisticated job seeking, career management, recruitment and talent management capabilities. Monster continues its pioneering work of transforming the recruiting industry with advanced technology using intelligent digital, social and mobile solutions, including our flagship website monster.com® and a vast array of products and services. For more information visit monster.com/about.

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Apply Now for College Scholarships

Agriculture students and Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB) members and their children are encouraged to apply for 66 college scholarships offered by the IAA Foundation. The scholarships, ranging from $1,000 to $7,500 per year, will be awarded in total of $118,500 for the 2016-2017 school year.  

"We are pleased to help students through our growing scholarship program, which offers a wide variety of support to farm families, and to those pursuing careers in agriculture," said Susan Moore, director, IAA Foundation. "It is a great privilege to support our next generation of leaders, and encourage continuing education in agricultural fields."

Students may apply for a variety of scholarships, including three IAA Foundation Top Scholarships, where winners will each receive $5,000 awards. Another $7,500 award goes to the Illinois Farm Bureau Legacy of Leadership scholarship winner. 

New this year, the Dwain Ford Memorial Soybean Scholarship, established by colleagues, friends and family to honor the memory of this long-time leader of the soybean industry Dwain Ford, offers a $1,000 award to an agriculture student active in 4-H and FFA. 

Students studying crop science and pursuing a master's degree related to research are eligible for the Illinois Soybean Association Crop Science Scholarships. Five $4,000 scholarship will be awarded to junior level majors. Recipients are then eligible for an additional $4,000 in this renewable program, providing a total of $8,000 for recipients' junior and senior years of college. 

The Dorothy and Wilhelmine Ratermann Memorial Scholarships will be awarded to 25 students from specific southern Illinois counties in the amount of $1,200 each.   

Twelve Prairie Farms Dairy scholarships, each worth $2,000, are available to patrons and employees of the company. An additional two $1,000 scholarships are available to producers affiliated with the St. Louis District Dairy Council. 

Additional scholarships, ranging from $1,000 to $1,500, are available to students that meet certain criteria, including area of study, place of residence, previous 4-H experience and college or university attended.

All applicants must be high school seniors accepted for enrollment, or students already enrolled at an accredited college, university or community college. Scholarships are awarded for exceptional academic ability, leadership and financial need. Previous winners of an IAA Foundation scholarship are eligible to apply again.

A full listing of available scholarships, eligibility guidelines, and application documents are available at iaafoundation.org. Completed applications must be submitted online by Feb. 1, 2016.

For more information, contact your county Farm Bureau, the IAA Foundation at 309-557-2230, or e-mail Susan Moore, director, IAA Foundation, at smoore@ilfb.org. 

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Simon Malls foundation offers scholarships

BOSTON – Simon Youth Foundation, a national nonprofit that provides educational opportunities for at-risk high school students, is looking for graduating high school seniors who live within 50 miles of a Simon Malls property.

Locally, Simon operates the Auburn Mall in Auburn, Greendale Mall in Worcester and Solomon Pond Mall on the Marlboro-Berlin line.

Each year, Simon Youth Community Scholarships are awarded in every community across the country that is home to Simon Malls, Mills, or Premium Outlets. The application period has begun and will end March 1, 2016. Students can apply online by visiting syf.org/scholarships. Recipients will be notified in May.

Any student who will be graduating in the class of 2016 and lives within 50 miles of a Simon property is eligible. Recipients will receive up to $1,500 to enroll in an accredited college, university, vocational or technical school.

In addition, 10 regional Awards of Excellence will be given to top candidates. The regions eligible are Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Indianapolis, Miami, New York, Orange County (CA), Orlando, and Seattle/Tacoma. Students from these areas will have the opportunity to receive a $10,000 award ($2,500 for up to four years).

The 2016 SYF Community Scholarship recipients will be selected by International Scholarship and Tuition Services Inc., a third-party administrator. Students are selected based on a variety of criteria, including financial need, academic performance, leadership skills and participation in school and community activities. Those students who are the first in their family to pursue a post-secondary education will also be given close consideration.

In 2015, the Simon Youth Foundation awarded $1.2 million to 300 students nationwide.

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6 scholarships any student can win

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It seems like there are a lot of scholarships out there for the super-smart, athletically gifted, or the insanely talented. Heck, there's even scholarships for being left-handed or tall.

But what if you're an average, right-handed, medium-height student? Don't worry, there are plenty of scholarships for you too. This list includes easy scholarships that any student can apply to. You don't even have to write an essay! How great is that?

$10,000 from CollegeXpress

All you have to do to win this scholarship is register on the website! Really! That's it! Winners are chosen in a random drawing every May. Sign up to be entered to win a scholarship and enjoy exploring their website packed with information on colleges.

$2,000 from Niche

Register for a free account at niche.com to be entered into their monthly drawing. This scholarship is open to all current and soon-to-be students. You must apply every month to be considered eligible for their drawing. Niche includes college grades and user reviews to help you understand is a school is the right choice for you.

$1,000 from Sallie Mae

Sallie Mae has a monthly drawing of $1,000 for students. All you have to do to be eligible for the drawing is complete an online registration form. Sallie Mae provides loans and other services to students to help them finance their education. They are a name you may get pretty familiar with in your quest to pay for college.

$1,000 from Potential Magazine

Sign up for a free newsletter from Potential Magazine and you'll be entered into their Countdown to College scholarship. The newsletter is full of tips on preparing for, getting in, and paying for college. You'll also get a free eBook when you sign up! The scholarship winner will be notified in May.

$1,000 from U.S. Bank

U.S. Bank awards about 40 scholarships annually of $1,000 each to high school seniors. All you have to do is fill out an online form. Winners are chosen at random. U.S. Bank offers personal, business and government financial services. (They are currently no longer accepting applications for 2015, but will be announcing their 2016 deadline soon.)

$1,000 from College Factual

College Factual is offering $1,000 scholarships to all registered users who sign up and get matched to their best-fit colleges! Winner is chosen at random in a monthly drawing. You only have to sign up once to be eligible every month! College Factual offers advanced matching technology to help students discover their best-fit colleges, majors and careers.

Tips for Your Search

Keep track of all the scholarships you apply to. Start an excel sheet with the name of the scholarship, the website, and the date you applied. As you start to search for and apply to lots of scholarships you'll be glad you have one place where you're keeping track. Good luck!

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