Neff honored by National Merit Scholarship program

GENESEO -- Tate Neff, a senior at Geneseo High School, has been named a Commended Student in the 2017 National Merit Scholarship Program.

The son of Kevin and Sarah Neff, he is one of about 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation honored for exceptional academic promise.

Although they will not continue in the 2017 competition for National Merit Scholarships, Commended Students placed among the top 5 percent of more than 1.5 million students who entered the competition by taking the 2015 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test.

"The young men and women being named Commended Students have demonstrated outstanding potential for academic success," according to a statement from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.

"These students represent a valuable national resource, recognizing their accomplishment, as well as the key role their schools play in their academic development, is vital to the advancement of educational excellence in our nation. We hope this recognition will help broaden their educational opportunities and encourage them as they continue their pursuit of academic success."

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ARRL Foundation Invites Scholarship Applications for 2017-18 Academic Year:

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ARRL Foundation Invites Scholarship Applications for 2017-18 Academic Year:

The ARRL Foundation http://www.arrl.org/the-arrl-foundation will begin accepting scholarship applications http://www.arrl.org/scholarship-application on October 1 from eligible radio amateurs planning to pursue post-secondary education in the 2017-2018 academic year. Completed applications must be received by January 31, 2017. Individuals and clubs support many of the more than 80 scholarships http://www.arrl.org/scholarship-descriptions, ranging from $500 to $5,000, that are awarded annually. Applicants for all scholarships must be active radio amateurs and must complete and submit the online application http://www.arrl.org/scholarship-application.

"The ARRL Foundation Board of Directors is very pleased to be entrusted with managing this program. The scholarship program is a wonderful way to encourage students to continue their Amateur Radio activities while assisting them with the costs of their higher education," says ARRL Foundation Secretary and ARRL Development Manager Lauren Clarke, KB1YDD. "All ARRL Foundation scholarships are made possible by individuals or clubs, and we are grateful for their support."

The Foundation reported that 81 radio amateurs were the recipients of 2016-2017 academic year scholarships it administered. Awards totaled $120,150.

Students planning to apply for 2017-18 academic year awards should first carefully review the eligibility requirements http://www.arrl.org/scholarship-program and scholarship descriptions http://www.arrl.org/scholarship-descriptions. Although only one application per applicant is required, applicants may ask to be considered for as many of the scholarships for which they are eligible (some scholarships have geographic criteria or other requirements http://www.arrl.org/summary-of-scholarship-requirements). Check off only the scholarships for which you would like to be considered. In addition to completing the online application, applicants must submit foundation@arrl.org a PDF of their academic transcript from their most recently completed school year (e-mailed to foundation@arrl.org).

Applications are due by January 31, 2017, by 11:59 PM ET. Applications without accompanying transcripts will not be considered. Award winners typically are notified in mid-May by USPS mail and e-mail.

For more information about ARRL Foundation scholarships, e-mail foundation@arrl.org the ARRL Foundation or call 860-594-0348.

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Kauffman Foundation invests $79 million in new college scholarship program

Jared Antonio Hoskins knows exactly where he'll be one minute after midnight Jan. 2 — sitting in front of his computer applying for a new $50,000 college scholarship that was launched Wednesday evening by the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation.

Details about KC Scholars, a three-tiered scholarship and college-savings program designed to carry forward a Kauffman mission to help low- and modest-income families complete a higher education, went online at 8 p.m. Wednesday. But student applications won't be accepted until after the first of next year.

The foundation announced it is investing $79 million into the scholarship program during an event at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts to celebrate what would have been Ewing Marion Kauffman's 100th birthday.

Hoskins, a junior at Kansas City's Paseo Academy of Fine and Performing Arts, learned about the scholarship Wednesday afternoon, minutes before leaving school for the day. Clutching a blue brochure with scholarship requirements folded inside, a broad smile crossed his face. It's just what he needs, he said, to make the impossible, possible.

"Going to college ... I've always known it wouldn't be easy," the 16-year-old said. He comes from a low-income family and early in his life moved from foster home to foster home. These days, though, he is back living with his biological mother, a twin brother and two other siblings.

"We've had our share of hardship," Hoskins said. "My family gets food stamps, and still a lot of times we can't make it to the end of the month."

Hoskins said he hopes to become a doctor some day — either civilian or military — but without a scholarship his goal might be out of reach, he said.

The teen, who in middle school was a national debate champion, has a 3.5 GPA and has already picked out his 10 top schools, including the University of Missouri-Kansas City and the University of Missouri.

It's a good thing both schools are among the list of 17 two- and four-year Missouri and Kansas colleges that have partnered with KC Scholars to provide academic support to any selected scholar who attends their institution. Scholarship winners would have to attend one of the partner institutions.

KC Scholars is the third college scholarship program the Kauffman Foundation has invested in.

In 1988, Ewing Kauffman launched Project Choice at Westport High School, and then in 2003 the foundation rolled out Kauffman Scholars, a 19-year-long program that funds a college education for students who qualified for the program in middle school. Currently, there are 1,013 "active" Kauffman Scholars. That program ends in 2022.

While the Kauffman Foundation is putting $79 million over 10 years into the new scholarship program, this effort has broader community input, said Wendy Guillies, president and CEO of the foundation.

"This is not a Kauffman scholarship program," Guillies said. "It is a Kansas City community program."

She said the foundation's contribution is "only the beginning." Guillies said the foundation expects millions of dollars from the community will be contributed down the road to fund KC Scholars for many years.

The program was designed with input from 70 people from the community. Next year, it will move into the community as a tax-exempt, nonprofit organization independent of the foundation, said Beth Tankersley-Bankhead, director of KC Scholars.

Community members worked for a year to design the scholarship program, Tankersley-Bankhead said. "And we want it to be broadly community-owned all the way," she said.

She said the scholarship program was designed with a focus toward addressing a national challenge brought by the Obama administration to raise the percentage of Americans with some post-secondary, credentialed education from 42 percent to 65 percent by 2020. By then, two out of three jobs will require some college education.

"We feel like KC Scholars and Kauffman Scholars will significantly move the needle in terms of bringing talent back to the community so that they can make a difference in the community," Guillies said.

When KC Scholars is running full scale, it will be serving 2,000 students, Tankersley-Bankhead said.

KC Scholars offers three scholarship opportunities:

▪ A traditional scholarship of up to $10,000 a year for five years that would be awarded to 11th grade students with at least a 2.5 GPA.

▪ A scholarship of up to $5,000 a year for five years for adults 24 and older.

▪ A college-savings match that will begin in ninth grade for students who kept at least a 2.5 GPA through seventh and eighth grades.

Whatever the selected students put into their KC Scholars college savings plan will be matched four-to-one up to $5,000, and those students who also meet certain college-ready milestones could get another $2,000 to put toward school.

Hoskins was so excited about the scholarship opportunity he said he would be ready to start writing required essays as soon as the details go online.

"I don't see any reason why one of the people who get these scholarships can't be me," he said. "My mother always said impossible is the possible thing that no man has dared to try yet."

 
Source: Kauffman Foundation invests $79 million in new college scholarship program

Colleges’ assessments of scholarships can set back students in need

Private scholarships awarded by companies and philanthropic organizations to low-income students are intended to help close the gap between what they have and what they need to cover the cost of higher education.

But many colleges factor scholarships into the overall equation and reduce the amount of financial aid a student is eligible for – dollar for dollar – leaving the student no better off.

While the scholarship money itself is not reduced, colleges will reduce the amount of need-based financial aid the student receives, said Mark Kantrowitz, a college funding expert based in Chicago.

"Colleges have the discretion of reducing loans or grants," he said. "About 80 percent of them reduce loans first. But about 20 percent of them reduce grants first. If they reduce loans, your net price goes down, which is a financial benefit. However, if they reduce grants, your net price doesn't change and there is no net financial benefit from receiving scholarships."

The practice is known as "award displacement." It occurs when one form of financial aid, such as a private scholarship, leads to a reduction of other forms of financial aid.

The University of Pittsburgh is one school that has taken a stance against award displacement.

"We believe that earned private scholarships intended to reduce a student's financial need should be used for that purpose," said Randy McCready, director of financial aid. "The only time the University of Pittsburgh practices scholarship displacement is when the total amount of awards combined with institutional scholarship or grants exceeds cost of attendance."

Financial aid is calculated based on information that students and parents provide on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA.

The financial aid staff uses that information to decide the student's cost of attendance at that school. Then the staff members consider the family's expected contribution. They subtract the family's expected contribution from the student's cost of attendance to determine the amount of the student's financial need, and therefore how much need-based aid the student can receive.

For instance, if the cost of attending the college is $6,000 and the family's expected contribution is $2,000, the student will not be eligible for more than $4,000 in need-based aid. Students must report all private scholarships on their FAFSA. If the scholarship is awarded after the FAFSA is filed, the need-based aid is recalculated to determine how much aid the student should receive.

Duquesne University, also in Pittsburgh, does practice a form of award displacement, according to Richard Esposito, director of financial aid, enrollment management group.

"Duquesne University does not reduce the amount of university-based scholarship funds if a student receives outside scholarship funds," he said. "but may do an adjustment to any need-based aid – such as government loans, work study and university need-based grants – if their need is reduced."

Students hurt the most by this practice tend to be low-income students who qualify for need-based federal, state and institutional financial aid.

Kantrowitz explained that Pell Grant awards from the federal government, which are allocated to students based on need, are one form of financial aid that colleges cannot reduce in response to private scholarships.

The maximum Pell Grant for the 2015-16 school year is $5,775. The amount students get depends on financial need, the costs to attend to school, status as a full-time or part-time student, and the student's plans to attend school for full academic year or less, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

Many colleges and universities publish their policies on scholarship displacement on their websites. Students who plan to attend a particular college should find out what the school's policy is so they will know how to handle it, Kantrowitz said.

"Students and parents also can call the scholarship provider if they believe the scholarship funds have been displaced," he said. "The scholarship provider may have more leverage."

The goal of scholarships, he noted, is to help with the financial pressure of paying for college.

"If the college is just taking the money with no benefit to the student, that's something they would want to know about. The scholarship provider could put pressure on the school to stop the practice, especially if several students are affected."

Source: Colleges' assessments of scholarships can set back students in need

Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation Announces Online Hunger Squad Competition featuring the Five National 2016 Stephen J. Brady Scholars

Voters are eligible to cast their ballots online via the Sodexo Insights blog once a day from September 26th until October 2nd. The winner will be announced on October 3rd.

The national scholarship honorees comprise students from fifth grade to college. Their hunger fighting activities include building community gardens, mobilizing volunteers, recovering surplus food, stocking food pantries and more.

"Since 2007, we have recognized more than 200 students who help fight hunger in their communities," said Robert A. Stern, president, Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation. "The Foundation has provided $629,000 in scholarships and grants, supporting students diligently working to end the plight of hunger, which affects nearly 42 million Americans."

The Hunger Squad members are:

Ian McKenna Goncalo, Austin, TX – Ian created The Giving Garden, a program that grows school and community gardens so children in need can take home fresh fruits and vegetables to their families. Ian recruited more than 170 volunteers, raised $8,500, and was able to build 18 raised beds and plant 21 fruit trees. Since 2011, The Giving Garden has produced nearly 2,800 pounds of food for 54 families and the local soup kitchen. Beyond gardening, Ian has hosted cooking demonstrations at area schools and spoken to over 1,000 people about the issue of childhood hunger encouraging other youth to get involved. Vote for Ian to win $5,000 for Katie's Krops.

Hannah Steinberg, Scarsdale, NY –Hannah started Our Coupons Care to channel her passion for couponing to help those in need. Hannah recruited more than 100 volunteers to help her collect and clip coupons to purchase food and nonperishable items for a nearby homeless shelter. She organized a group of her peers for a couponing marathon so that all of the shelter's families could enjoy a home-cooked meal and have plenty of food during the holiday season. Her donations have helped more than 1,800 people. Since 2011, Hannah has raised over $21,500 and purchased over $108,000 worth of goods to help families that have fallen on hard times. Vote for Hannah to win $5,000 for Our Coupons Care.

Brianna LeFran Moore, Oak Park, MI –Brianna is the founder and president of Operation Warm Up/Warm Heart, an organization that focuses on helping those in need of basic necessities. Since 2012, Brianna and her 900 volunteers have served 15,000 children meals through Operation Warm Up/Warm Heart and served nearly 6,000 lunches to children through the "Meet Up and Eat Up" summer meal program. She also started a pancake program providing breakfast for over 5,000 children since 2014,  and collects turkeys, hams and nonperishables during the holidays to donate over 11,000 pounds of food for families in need. Vote for Brianna to win $5,000 for Gleaners Community Food Bank.

Olivia Hodge, Blacksburg, VA –Olivia organized funds and resources to launch the Bruin Snack Closet so children could discreetly get free snacks during school. She also volunteered with Micah's Backpack to deliver 70,000 meals in 2015, and helped to expand the summer meal sites to reach an additional 40 kids. Since 2009, Olivia has helped children access 250,000 meals. Vote for Olivia to win $5,000 for Micah's Backpack.

Jackson Silverman, Charleston, SC – Jackson is the founder of I Heart Hungry Kids, an organization that harnesses "Kid Power" by hosting meals packing parties where kids help kids in need. In 2013, Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation provided Jackson with a Global Youth Service Day grant to pack 150 bags of food. What started with one grant has grown into a non-profit with 1,477 volunteers who have provided 86,000 meals for local children and raised over $35,000. Jackson has spoken to more than 2,000 kids about child hunger and hopes to continue his efforts. Vote for Jackson to win $5,000 for I Heart Hungry Kids.

2016 Scholarship Application Period Opens

The Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarships is a program of the Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation that recognizes students who are driving awareness and mobilizing youth to be catalysts for innovative models that provide solutions to eliminate hunger in America. This program will begin accepting new applications from October 5th through December 5th. To be eligible, students must be enrolled in an accredited education institution (kindergarten through graduate school) in the United States and be able to demonstrate an enduring commitment to hunger-relief activities in their community. 

Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation, a not-for-profit organization, was created with the mission to ensure that every child in the United States grows up with dependable access to enough nutritious food to enable them to lead a healthy, productive life. Sodexo, Inc. funds all administrative costs for Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation to ensure that all money raised helps those in need. Since its inception, the Foundation has granted more than $27 million to alleviate child hunger.

Visit the Foundation's website for additional information on how it helps to address childhood hunger.

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Rhea of Hope Foundation to Host Scholarship Luncheon

ROMEOVILLE, IL, Sept. 25, 2016 – Rhea of Hope Foundation, an organization dedicated to serving at-risk, underserved girls, will host the 12th Annual Scholarship Luncheon on Oct. 2 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Bolingbrook Golf Club located at 2001 Rodeo Dr. in Bolingbrook.

A $75 contribution includes a full sit down lunch and an award and scholarship program. There will be a live jazz performance by Christopher Fisher. All proceeds go towards scholarships and funding for Rhea of Hope Foundation programming and mentoring activities.

Those who are interested in attending the Scholarship Luncheon should purchase tickets online at rheaofhopefoundation.org.

"We are so proud of our young men and women who have come through our program," said Dr. Alvenia Rhea Albright, founder of Rhea of Hope. "The students awarded these scholarships are very deserving, and we are confident they will go far in their educational endeavors."

The ROHF Academic scholarship is awarded to a 12th grade female student applying to a two or four-year college or university.

The ROHF Continuing Education Scholarship is awarded to a mother between the ages of 17 and 31 applying to/enrolled in an accredited post-secondary academic or career program, and ROHF Enrichment Opportunity Scholarship for a female student in grades six through 11 applying to a cultural enrichment, leadership, college preparation, or career development program or camp.

The John A. Rhea Scholarship, an scholarship in honor of Albright's deceased brother, is awarded to an African-American male student in grades six through 12 applying to a college or university or a cultural enrichment, leadership, college preparation, or career development program or camp.

The Herbert J. and Elnora Rhea Community Service Award of Excellence is awarded to individuals who demonstrate outstanding volunteer leadership and commitment in addressing the social needs of adolescent girls, young women and young men in their community.

Rhea of Hope Foundation is an organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of underserved, at risk adolescent and young women through supportive measures such as mentoring and coaching. Rhea of Hope Foundation also works to expose the girls to a wide variety of cultural, intellectual, spiritual, psychological and economic lessons through activities, field trips, guest speakers and more. Visit www.rheaofhopeofoundation.org for more information.

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Sterk: Rankin scholarships changing women's lives

One hundred years ago this Nov. 2, Jeannette Rankin was elected as the first woman to serve in Congress – years before women had the right to vote. Though she was a tireless advocate for social justice during her 60-year career, she is remembered largely because of her votes against entering both world wars.

From age 21, Rankin advocated women's suffrage (and was the only woman able to vote in favor of women's right to vote), child labor laws, medical care for the poor and staying out of war.

She had a home in Watkinsville from 1926 until she died in 1973. A $16,000 bequest from that estate was designated to help "mature unemployed women workers." Five visionary women from Athens came together, took that charge, and created the Jeannette Rankin Foundation, also known as Jeannette Rankin Women's Scholarship Fund.

Susan Bailey, Gail Dendy, Heather Kleiner, Margaret Holt and Reita Rivers (Rankin's assistant) understood the power of education in changing the trajectory of a woman's life. The mission of the foundation is to provide postsecondary education to low-income women 35 and older by offering scholarships. We are celebrating our 40th anniversary this year, and in that time, have provided 1,200 scholarships totaling $2.5 million to more than 900 women.

The shape of the American family is changing. The number of women getting married in the United States is steadily declining. Why is this cause for concern? Among household types, more than two in five (43 percent) of single-female-headed households with children live below the poverty line. Compare this to the much lower poverty levels for single-male-headed households (24 percent) and married households (9 percent).

The median wealth for a single white male is $10,150, but for single white women, it is $3,210. The number is even lower – in fact, it's negative – for single black women (-$200) and Hispanic women (-$100). Women both earn less than men and have less wealth, and the gender wealth gap is larger than the gender wage gap. With less income and less wealth, single women are economically disadvantaged compared to single men.

Every year, about 75 percent of the fund scholars are single heads of households with a median income of $20,000. In the United States, the median income for a college-educated woman is $54,000, 82 percent more than the $30,000 median income for a high school-educated woman.

Poverty can feel overwhelming to see how anyone can overcome homelessness, unemployment and many other obstacles. The one thing – perhaps the only thing – that can help a woman to overcome poverty is education.

Every day, I see how the foundation scholarship recipients have figured out a way to make a better life for themselves and their children. Time and again, they have completed their education, found a better job and improved their living situation. Their children are inspired by their success and motivated to continue their education.

Let me share Khadijah's story with you. The Atlanta woman was a mother in trouble, trapped in an abusive marriage that led to physical health problems and clinical depression. After leaving her husband, she struggled to provide for her two children. The scholarship fund provided her with scholarships to complete her associate's and bachelor's degrees. She obtained safe housing for her son and herself while maintaining a 3.9 grade-point average. She is in her second year of law school.

Once a recipient of the services of Legal Aid, she now is a board member of that group. Khadijah has helped women in domestic violence shelters build better lives. She hopes to make that her profession after she finishes law school.

There is a lot of talk in the nonprofit community about eliminating generational poverty. The scholarship fund provides a critical path forward for women who might get stuck in that cycle of generational poverty.

We are continually inspired by what a $2,000 scholarship can do for a woman. But if you think about it, with the median income being $20,000, the scholarship provides 10 percent more income.

There are many different scholarship programs, but many of these programs are limited to funding only tuition. We know that going to school requires so much more than just paying tuition. Pam, a local Athens scholar, used some of her scholarship to replace four tires on her car, providing transportation to school. Because they can use their scholarship for child care, car repairs, the mortgage – anything necessary to get them through school – it becomes a tool to leverage significant life improvement.

The scholarships can make the difference between getting by and making a life. On a local, state and national level, we need to continually invest in postsecondary education critical for moving women and their families forward.

Though suffrage was the defining issue for women in Rankin's time, ensuring women have the wages and wealth they need to provide for their families has become the defining issue for women in our time.

Rankin's passion for advocacy lives on. Her votes and lobbying were able to help change the lives of many women. One by one, the scholars are changing their lives and their families' lives. Rankin's legacy is creating better lives for women and children 100 years after her historic election.

Karen Sterk is the executive director of the Jeannette Rankin Women's Scholarship Fund.

Source: Sterk: Rankin scholarships changing women's lives

Diddy Gives Howard University $1 Million Scholarship Check On Stage at Bad Boy Show [WATCH]

Sean 'Diddy' Combs (R) presents his Alma Matter Howard University's President Wayne A.I. Frederick, M.D., MBA with one million dollar check at the Puff Daddy and Bad Boy Family Reunion Tour at the Verizon Center on September 22, 2016 in Washington D.C (Photo : Larry French/Getty Images)

P. Diddy recently paid it forward during his Washington D.C. Bad Boy Reunion Tour, where he presented a huge $1 million check to his former college, Howard University, to start a scholarship in his name.

As the Bad Boy Reunion Tour continues on its last leg, Sean Combs and the rest of the Bad Boy family performed in Washington, D.C. on Sept. 22, and left something extra special behind for everyone in attendance to remember.

According to 2DBZ, the former Howard University student presented the historically black college with a pledge to officially establish the "Sean Combs Scholarship" for their School Of Business.

Combs attended the HBCU back in the '90s but never graduated. He instead chose to leave school and pursue a career in music as an intern with Andre Harrell's New York label, Uptown.

Despite never earning his official degree, in 2014 he was recognized with an honorable doctorate degree in Humanities from the university, and served as the commencement speaker for the 2014 Howard University graduate ceremony, according to University Herald.

Combs received much criticism, according E Online, for receiving the honorary degree from Howard. Maybe the former naysayers will change their tune after the D.C. show where he presented the $1 million check on stage to university president, Dr. Wayne A. I. Frederick.

"The scholarship fund that Mr. Combs has established at Howard will help provide life-altering opportunities for our students, particularly at a time when many come to Howard struggling to meet ever-increasing financial needs," explained Dr. Frederick.

"The University is grateful for Mr. Combs' ongoing efforts to open doors for talented, hard-working individuals and improve their chances of navigating the way to personal and professional fulfillment," he continued.

Though Combs did not go all the way to the finish line with his undergraduate studies at the prominent D.C. school, he does still join the ranks of many other elite entertainers and affluent African Americans who proudly attest to being alumni of "the real HU."

Such notable alumni include actress Phylicia Rashad and her sister, director Debbie Allen. Empire's Taraji P. Henson also graduated from the HBCU, along with Chadwick Boseman; Anthony Anderson, Wendy Raquel Robinson, Lynn Whitfield and a host of others whom would all agree with Combs's statement of love for his school.

"I was blessed to go to Howard University," explained Combs. "It changed my life. So much support, so much love is living in D.C., it made me believe that I could do anything."

Remaining tour dates for the Bad Boy Reunion Tour:

09/23: Philadelphia, PA @ Wells Fargo Center09/24: Boston, MA @ TD Garden09/25: Newark, NJ @ Prudential Center09/30: Oakland, CA @ Oracle Arena10/01: Las Vegas, NV @ MGM Grand Garden Arena

Source: Diddy Gives Howard University $1 Million Scholarship Check On Stage at Bad Boy Show [WATCH]

Need-based scholarships to priority in capital campaign, says UGA president Morehead

Need-based scholarships will be the number one priority when the University of Georgia announces the "public" phase of its ongoing capital campaign, according to University of Georgia president Jere Morehead.

Colleges typically announce the "public" phase of a fund-raising campaign about halfway through, naming an achievable goal. That goal hasn't been announced, but should be soon: UGA officials intend to announce the public phase of the eight-year campaign in November.

Morehead said earlier the goal would be more than $1 billion, which appears to be easily achievable. That's an average of $125 million per year. UGA fund-raisers pulled in a record $183.8 million in gifts and pledges last year. The year before, UGA announced a $144.2 million total, which was also a record.

Morehead didn't name a figure when he tabbed need-based scholarships the top priority at a Wednesday press conference.

But such scholarships are sorely needed, according to some recent studies.

At UGA, one in four students qualify for the need-based federal Pell Grant; at Georgia State University, more than half do, analyst Claire Suggs found when she examined financial aid data from the University System of Georgia and the Technical College System of Georgia.

The Pell Grant often isn't enough to cover the gap between students' financial resources and what they have to pay for college — for many, even when they also get the state's lottery-funded HOPE Scholarship, she found. The HOPE Scholarship covers most of a student's tuition, but not fees, not books, nor other living expenses such as room and board.

Low-income and minority students are less likely to have a HOPE Scholarship, she found. Low-income students can face challenges hanging on to it, as well — working at jobs that pay the bills but cut into time that might otherwise be used for study.

The state's public colleges awarded about $29 million for need-based scholarships in 2013-14. But the need is much larger, $660 million as of that year, Suggs calculated.

The average student graduated with $23,000 to $25,000 in debt that year, according to Suggs' study.

About 97,000 students in the university system could not cover the full cost of going to college in Georgia in 2013-2014, even with scholarships, grants and a $5,500 low-interest loan, she wrote.

About 13,000 had to leave their studies between fall 2014 and 2015 because they couldn't pay tuition and fees, according to the study.

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Source: Need-based scholarships to priority in capital campaign, says UGA president Morehead

Loss of U.Va. scholarship motivated Grassfield's Harrell

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Two months ago, Seth Harrell was excited to announce his college commitment on Twitter.

"After talking with my family and coaches I've decided to commit to the University of Virginia," Harrell wrote.

But what should have been a memorable moment quickly turned disappointing when the Cavaliers pulled their offer.

Harrell, a Grassfield senior lineman, was devastated.

"He committed to Virginia, but they called and said they were no longer offering," Grassfield coach Martin Asprey said. "He was heartbroken. But I told him, 'For every door that closes, another will open up.' "

And it did for Harrell, who committed to Coastal Carolina this month.

Harrell, 6-foot-3 and 315 pounds, said this week it wasn't easy to recover from losing out on a chance to play at Virginia. It took a long talk with Asprey to get his mind right.

"He told me I could be sad about it or continue working and something will pay off for me," said Harrell, whose team – 3-0 and ranked ninth in South Hampton Roads – plays Friday at No. 6 Indian River (2-1).

Harrell, rated a three-star recruit and the No. 50 player in Virginia by 247Sports, chose the latter with a vengeance. He got into the weight room to get stronger. He also worked on drills to get quicker and faster.

"In practice, I'm going full speed and hitting the drills perfectly," he said. "I want to prove to the other schools that I am the real deal."

Asprey said he's seen a difference in Harrell.

"He's been working hard," Asprey said. "After what he went through, how can that not motivate you?"

Harrell said his mistake during the recruiting process was not going to showcases after his offer came from Virginia. And many schools backed off after his announcement.

"I'm proud that instead of getting sad about it and depressed, I just kept working and working," said Harrell, a track athlete who also plans to compete in the shot put in college. "Now here I am. I'm going to be at Coastal Carolina. That's what I'm really proud about."

Source: Loss of U.Va. scholarship motivated Grassfield's Harrell

Glitch in Govt Scholarship

The Prime Minister's 15-Point Programme for the welfare of minorities which was announced about a decade ago, provides a pre-matric scholarship scheme for meritorious students belonging to minority communities. The applications for the scholarship have to be submitted online on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). However, in 2015-16 there was a major glitch in the website's form filling, causing difficulty for parents and students to renew their scholarships, revealed a reply to an RTI filed by Razaullah Khan, an activist from the NGO Movement for Peace and Justice.

As many as 7,17,896 students had applied for the renewal of scholarships, out of which forms of only 3,30,776 students were accepted. The other 3,87,120 students were denied a renewal because of the glitch in the website. Meanwhile, there was an option of submitting forms offline as well, which the students and their respective wards and teachers filled, but the hard copies of the forms sent to minority and adult education directorate in Pune, have not yet been registered, thereby being denied of the scholarship renewal, a letter from Razaullah Khan to the Education Minister Vinod Tawade revealed.

The scholarship aimed at pre-matric level, is to encourage the parents to send their children to schools, to reduce their expenditure on education and to educate children. The scholarship is pertinent to the students scoring more than 50% marks in the final examination and whose parents' or guardians' annual income is less than Rs. 1 lakh.

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Young artist nets $10,000 scholarship to continue work in Glen Innes

Glen Innes local Stephanie Brummell has been awarded a $10,000 Young Regional Artists Scholarship and will use the grant to advance her contemporary textile arts practice.

SCHOLARSHIP: Northern Tablelands MP Adam Marshall congratulating Glen Innes-based artist Stephanie Brummell during a recent local visit.

GLEN INNES local Stephanie Brummell has been awarded a $10,000 Young Regional Artists Scholarship and will use the grant to advance her contemporary textile arts practice.

The Arts NSW Regional Youth Scholarship program funds activities such as mentorships, internships, courses, training, national and international travel and creation of new work across all art forms to develop emerging artist's talent in regional NSW. 

Miss Brummell will use her scholarship to engage with textile mentors at metropolitan and regional organisations to help with research and documentation of textiles from local museums in the region. 

I will use the grant in a two pronged way, firstly research and then putting the research into action," she said.

"I want to develop a condensed online catalogue of my research findings and then I'll use that research to inspire a body of work that I'll exhibit in 2018."

Northern Tablelands MP Marshall was in Glen Innes recently to personally congratulate Ms Brummell on her selection and said he was delighted to see such a talented young local artist and administrator win the scholarship.

"Steph is a Communications Officer for Arts North West and has recently become involved with textile conservation at the Land of the Beardies History House Museum," Mr Marshall said.

"She applied for this scholarship in order to further development her skills in contemporary textile arts practice.

"I am proud of Steph and the work's she's doing in our region and pleased the government has created a program exclusively for country youth to develop their careers and connect with arts organisations and training opportunities.

"We are investing in the next generation of talent to grow their skills and expand their knowledge to take back to regional communities."

Dundee-based artist Ashley Hansell was one of 16 artists in the state to receive an inaugural $10,000 scholarship and she said it has already made a huge impact on her life and future plans.

Source: Young artist nets $10,000 scholarship to continue work in Glen Innes

Dozens of SRVUSD students named National Merit Scholarship semifinalists

When the list of program semifinalists was announced last week, 60 students from the San Ramon Valley Unified School District were recognized: 40 from Dougherty Valley High School, nine from California High, seven from Monte Vista High and four from San Ramon Valley High.

Another three local semifinalists attend The Athenian School, a private campus in Danville. One home-school Danville student made the list, too.

"I congratulate our remarkable students who work hard each and every day and take advantage of every opportunity to learn and grow," SRVUSD superintendent Rick Schmitt said in a statement Thursday. "SRVUSD is invested in educating the whole child through a balanced approach to teaching and learning."

The approximately 16,000 national semifinalists represent less than 1% of U.S. high school seniors, consisting of the highest scoring entrants from each state, according to the National Merit Scholarship Corporation, the not-for-profit group that organizes the annual award program.

To qualify, a semifinalist must have an outstanding academic record throughout high school, be endorsed and recommended by a high school official, write an essay and earn SAT scores that confirm the student's earlier performance on the qualifying test, according to organizers.

Up to 15,000 of the students will make the cut as finalists when the list is announced in February, organizers said.

To become a finalist, qualifying students and their high school must complete a detailed scholarship application in which they provide information about the semifinalist's academic record, participation in school and community activities, demonstrated leadership abilities, employment, and honors and awards received, organizers said.

About half of the finalists will earn a National Merit Scholarship when the winners of the 62nd annual program are announced in the spring.

"As we celebrate our continuing academic success, we must remember that our students' successes are not just measured by test scores and assessment results. Our focus is on students' continuous improvement, rather than performance," said Schmitt, who is in his first school year leading SRVUSD.

"The overall physical, emotional and social well-being of our students is critical to ensuring that they live a balanced and healthy life," he added. "With that said, the PSAT, as well as the follow-up SAT, are aligned to the California State Standards and are good measures of what we teach and expect our students to learn."

The list of semifinalists from the San Ramon Valley and throughout California can be viewed online.

Source: Dozens of SRVUSD students named National Merit Scholarship semifinalists

Alliance establishes MU School of Medicine scholarship

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HUNTINGTON - The West Virginia State Medical Association Alliance has donated $90,000 to help provide scholarships for new medical students in West Virginia.

All donations were provided by WVSMAA members, who are spouses of West Virginia physicians.

Their latest effort provides $30,000 endowments to each of the three medical schools in the state: the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine, the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine and the West Virginia University School of Medicine.

The endowments will be known as the WVSMA Alliance Scholarship. Interest from the endowments is expected to provide at least three $1,000 scholarships each year to West Virginia residents entering one of the three medical schools. The eligibility criteria include academic performance, leadership experience and financial need.

WVSMAA has held numerous fundraisers over the years for a variety of health-care related projects throughout the state, primarily focusing on women's and children's health issues.

Donations to the endowments can be made in honor of someone, as a memorial or to support an alma mater. To make a gift to the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine, contact Linda Holmes, director of development and alumni affairs, at 304-691-1711 or holmes@marshall.edu, or make a gift online at https://donatenow.networkforgood.org/marshalljcesom.

Source: Alliance establishes MU School of Medicine scholarship

Issues with online submission of scholarship applications

September 16, 2016

With the Govt. of India making it mandatory to apply online for all types of central scholarships many parents, students and school authorities have tough time with the process of online submissions. It is strange that the highest level officials of the Govt. of India have taken such a decision without realizing the ground realities existing in many remote areas in the North Eastern states. Even at many District head quarters the net connectivity is very weak and sometimes it takes hours to submit one online application. One can imagine the plight of students from sub divisions and villages who have to depend on one or two net cafés that too use only 2G connectivity. Above all the national scholarships portal develops technical snags time to time and no one knows whom to contact for reporting such issues and seeking help. For example, from the first week of September, class XII students are unable to submit their applications as the option under the drop down menu 'Present Cour se of Study' does not show class XII.  The Help Desk contact number given at the portal never responds except auto playing a welcoming message and immediately saying 'bye'.

Another issue is the making of Aadhaar mandatory for applying all types of scholarships. Recently the condition of having Aadhaar number is relaxed and those having the Aadhaar enrolment number are now permitted to apply. Last week a West Bengal-based educational and charitable trust challenged the constitutional validity of the need for Aadhaar card and applying online for the scholarships at the High Court of Delhi and the Court has issued notice to the Centre asking it to file a reply by September 23. The bench of Chief Justice G. Rohini and Justice Sangita Dhingra Sehgal asked, "Why is this kind of instruction being issued? How can you (Centre) say that Aadhaar is mandatory? "It is worth mentioning here that on October 15, 2015, the Supreme Court ruled that Aadhaar could only be linked to six government schemes (Public Distribution Scheme, L.P.G Distribution Scheme, Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employement Guarantee Scheme, the National Social Assistance Programme, Prime Minister's Jan Dhan Yojana and Employees' Provident Fund Organization) on a "voluntary" basis. The Aadhaar Bill, which allows the government to ask any citizen for Aadhaar to avail of government subsidies or schemes, was recently passed by Parliament, but the Aadhaar Act, 2016, is yet to come into force. And until that happens, the Supreme Court order reigns supreme.

Disregarding the Supreme Court order, which limited linking the Aadhaar card to six government schemes, the University Grants Commission has made Aadhaar mandatory for disbursement of all government subsidies, scholarships and fellowships" for the financial year 2016-2017 and now the same has been extended throughout the country. With litigations in this regard pending at the Delhi High Court and also at the Supreme Court of India, we are left with no option other than developing patience with the help of the available 2G networks.

Nellayappan BBhandari.

Source: Issues with online submission of scholarship applications

Scholarships - Yankton Press & Dakotan: River City

Yankton College Scholarships

Graduating high school seniors and post-grad students who are college bound during the 2017-18 academic year are encouraged to apply for a Yankton College scholarship to use at an accredited college or university.

Each spring the Yankton College Scholarship Program awards several $1,000 scholarships from endowed funds to deserving high school seniors and post-graduate students with a Yankton College connection, academic merit and other specific criteria, established by the Yankton College Scholarship Committee.

Eligible students have until the Feb. 20, 2017, deadline to submit an application.  Applications are available online at www.yanktoncollege.org or at the Yankton College office located at 1801 Summit St., Door No. 9, at the north-end of the Summit Activities Center in Yankton Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Goals of the Yankton College Scholarship Program are to perpetuate the Yankton College tradition of liberal arts in higher education; support deserving young persons who have shown outstanding promise; apply discretionary funds to a higher function and promote the memory and reputation of Yankton College.

The endowed Yankton College scholarships come from the kindness and generosity of the YC alumni and friends who are inspired by the positive influences of Yankton College.

For further information, contact Yankton College by phoning toll-free (866) 665-3661.

Source: Scholarships - Yankton Press & Dakotan: River City

Heartland Family Feud to raise scholarship money

Evening of Dreams: Heartland Feud is a fundraising event from 5:30­–9 p.m. Thursday at the DoubleTree Hotel & Conference Center in Bloomington.

Evening of Dreams is the signature event for the Heartland Community College Foundation, and the funds for this event help support the student scholarship program and Child Development Lab at HCC's campus. The lab is a place where people who have small children can be assured they are looked after while they go to school or work, but it also helps teach those who are in need of a real world education and want to study in the field of child care.

Chris Downing, executive director of the scholarship foundation at Heartland, said past fundraisers have offered ways for people to participate in the dinner.

"For the past decade or so, we have always tried to have an interactive theme for people who are coming. So it's not just your typical sit down dinner — they get the chance to participate one way or another," Downing said. "In years past, we've done video stock car racing, where people literally are the driver in the game; we've done horse racing and Deal or No Deal. This year, it's the second year of the Heartland Feud. It's basically 'Family Feud,' but instead of families, we randomly select people from the crowd to be the respected teams."

People can win prizes for their teams and also as part of the audience. There is also a silent auction of more than 30 unique baskets and a live auction.

The event is $50 and includes a cash bar. Those attending must be 21 or older.

Local businesses, community members and former students come out to support the fundraiser often because 90 percent of students who graduate from Heartland stay and work in the local community, and this is their chance to reinvest in the college.

The event will fund multiple scholarships, and it is estimated to net $30,000.

This is one of six events over the year to raise money, along with personal donors who are touched by the events.

Evening of Dreams is "not just a fundraising event, but an opportunity to educate and speak with the community about what is going on at Heartland," Downing said.

Source: Heartland Family Feud to raise scholarship money

Arkansas Student Alumni Association Supports Non-Traditional Student Scholarship

Alumni Staff

SAA members with their donation.

The Arkansas Student Alumni Association donated $1,000 to Off-Campus Student Services' Non-Traditional Student Scholarship, bringing the fund one step closer to endowment. For many years, the Arkansas Alumni Association has strived to give to incoming and current students through scholarships. The Arkansas Alumni Association consistently gives over $1 million each year in scholarships through its various chapter, society, and membership efforts. That mission is being carried on by SAA through growing efforts to not only endow the member book scholarship — but also impact other scholarship programs across campus.

This scholarship is intended to help non-traditional students at the University of Arkansas. Non-traditional students are those who might be age 25 or over, married, or with dependents, may have a G.E.D. or were home-schooled. Working full-time and trying to advance their career by going to school (many times they are also first-generation), they attend classes part-time, either on campus or online. They might also be financially independent (no support from parents). They are the students with very limited scholarship opportunities, as they are not "traditional" students. 

According to an article in the Wall Street Journal about adults who hold a bachelor's degree, Arkansas continues to be one of the bottom three along with West Virginia and Mississippi. In 2013, only 20.6 percent of residents in Arkansas held a bachelor's degree. In 2014, the Lumina Foundation placed that number even lower at 15.05 percent. At the same time, Lumina reported that 23.63 percent of Arkansas residents, ages 25-64 had some college but no degree. That's 355,280 people who started college, and for some unknown reason, were unable to finish.

Off-Campus Student Services is looking to endow the scholarship this semester in order to award the first one to a student in Spring 2017. Every little bit counts and interested donors can give online here. U of A employees can utilize payroll deduction if they wish to make a contribution using this form available online. Please contact Off-Campus Student Services with any questions at 479-575-7351.

Any student can become a member of the Student Alumni Association. Annual student memberships are $20. For more information or to become a member of the largest student organization on campus, stop by the Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House at 491 N. Razorback Road or visit arkansasalumni.org/students.

About the Student Alumni Association: From business majors to band members, Greek to grad students, the Student Alumni Association is involved across campus — making it the biggest organization on the University of Arkansas campus. Members of the Student Alumni Association receive more than 80 perks, including 5 percent off textbooks and 10 percent off school supplies at the U of A Bookstore. Members can network with alumni through mentoring programs such as Hearing from a Hog and also have the opportunity to pick up official BEAT shirts before every home football game. The student organization also hosts many events, including Homecoming and the Senior Walk dedication, to further educate students on the goal of maintaining tradition. The board, along with the association, also organizes the Senior Awards recognition programming that include the Seniors of Significance, Razorback Classics and the Senior Honor Citation — the top student award on campus.

About Off-Campus Student Services: A department within the Division of Student Affairs, Off-Campus Student Services provides assistance, resources, and referrals  off-campus undergraduates including first-year students living at home, upperclassmen living off campus, and adult and non-traditional students to help support and retain them at the University of Arkansas. 

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Cowley awards scholarships to students from 13 schools

The Student Services Department at Cowley College has awarded scholarships to students from 13 schools.

Arkansas City High School

Glendy Mendoza, daughter of Rosa Mendoza, is the recipient of a Soule Family/Carpenter and Vickers Foundation Scholarship. At ACHS, she was the senior class president and was involved in School Counts Work Ethic, Student Council and 21st Century Leadership. 

She was a member of the National Honor Society and the Kansas Honor Program, while also being named the Arkansas City Outstanding Student. She plans to major in pre-nursing.

Heather Utt, daughter of Christina Helvy, is the recipient of a Henrietta Courtright/United Agency Scholarship. At ACHS she received a Work Ethic Award. She plans to major in hotel and restaurant management.

Matthew Cleary, son of Shawn and Jackie Cleary, is the recipient of a Dean's Scholarship. At Clearwater, he was involved in cross country, track and drama. He plans to major in mechatronics.

Kristin James, daughter of Jay and Diane James, is the recipient of a Wilkins Foundation Theatre Scholarship. At Derby, she participated in drama, track, choir and robotics. She is undecided on a major.

Morgan Lowry, daughter of Stephanie Lowry, is the recipient of a Natural Science Department Scholarship. She plans to major in pre-dentistry.

Kile Taylor, son of Jaime Taylor, is the recipient of an ACT Scholarship. At Derby, he was involved in the marching band. He plans to major in pre-dentistry.

Kaylen Artherton, daughter of Richard and Dena Artherton, is the recipient of a Duck Dash 2013 and John and Olive Kappler Scholarship. 

At Dexter, she was involved in volleyball, basketball, softball, Drug Free Dexter, Bigs and Littles in Schools, and the National Honor Society. She plans to major in sports management.

Ben Basham, son of Richard and Shelley Basham, is the recipient of a Tiger Scholarship. At Douglass, he participated in cross country, basketball, tennis, band, madrigals, musicals, KAY, FCCLA, FCA and SADD. He was a member of the high honor roll and plans to major in pre-veterinary medicine.

Riley Provo, daughter of H.J. and Paula Provo, is the recipient of a Donald and Wilda Patterson Scholarship. At El Dorado, she was involved in drama, band, tennis and swimming. She plans to major in psychology.

Brett Hartman, son of Kevin and Marcia Hartman, is the recipient of a Pike Construction scholarship. He plans to major in welding.

Samantha Myatt, daughter of Doug Myatt and Teresa Woodward, is the recipient of a Tiger Academic Scholarship. At Oxford, she was the football and basketball team manager, was the student council president for two years, and was involved in KAYs, FFA, theatre, forensics and the Old Mill Program. She was Miss Oxford 2015-16 and plans to major in pre-law.

Ciara Wiley, daughter of Jason Wiley, is the recipient of a Boyer Trust Scholarship. At South Haven, she was involved in softball, basketball, band, volleyball, color guard, track, scholars bowl, the Junior Engineering Technology Society and the National Honor Society. She was a member of the honor roll and plans to major in early childhood education.

Patrick Hollman, son of Terry and Alice Hollman, is the recipient of an ACT scholarship. At Wellington, he was a member of the honor roll and plans to major in pre-engineering.

Joshua Quanz, son of Phillip and Suzanne Quanz, is the recipient of a Work Ethic Scholarship. At Wellington, he was a member of the Future Farmers of America. He plans to major in non-destructive testing.

Wichita South High School

Brandy Batemon, daughter of Anthony and Stephanie Schroeder, is the recipient of a Creative Writing Scholarship. At Wichita South, she was involved in the choir and was a member of the honor roll. She plans to major in creative writing.

Jake Roberts, son of Scott and Tammy Roberts, is the recipient of a Duck Dash Scholarship. He plans to major in pre-engineering.

St. Michael Kipsombe (Kenya) High School

Simion Melly, son of Kimeli Christine Chumba, is the recipient of a Larry and Carlla Pike Scholarship. At St. Michael Kipsombe, he was involved in track, cross country and debate. His major is in pre-nursing.

Source: Cowley awards scholarships to students from 13 schools

Over 20 thousands students await fee reimbursement in Bijnor

Summary: Under this scheme, over 40,000 students had applied online for fee reimbursement in Bijnor district in the 2015-16 academic session.As per data available with the social welfare department, only 20,000 students have received fee reimbursement while the other students get only 'funds unavailable' message when they check online.Talking to TOI, Rajkumar, a student of Devta Degree College, said, "I had applied for fee reimbursement last year. "Fee is reimbursed online in the student's bank account. He further added that the government has not allocated funds for the scheme due to which the other students are not likely to receive the scholarship amount. Several students pursuing various courses come to my office seeking information on the same." Bijnor: Over 20,000 students in Bijnor district, hailing from economically weaker sections, are yet to receive fee reimbursement even though almost a year has passed after applying for the same.For the welfare of students from deprive d sections of the society, the state government had introduced a scholarship scheme under which the fees paid would be reimbursed by the authorities.

Bijnor: Over 20,000 students in Bijnor district, hailing from economically weaker sections, are yet to receive fee reimbursement even though almost a year has passed after applying for the same.For the welfare of students from deprived sections of the society, the state government had introduced a scholarship scheme under which the fees paid would be reimbursed by the authorities. Under this scheme, over 40,000 students had applied online for fee reimbursement in Bijnor district in the 2015-16 academic session.As per data available with the social welfare department, only 20,000 students have received fee reimbursement while the other students get only 'funds unavailable' message when they check online.Talking to TOI, Rajkumar, a student of Devta Degree College, said, "I had applied for fee reimbursement last year. Even after a year, government has not deposited a single penny in my account." A student of Rajneesh Pratap College, Mahendra Singh, echoes the same concern.

"I h ad taken admission in this college thinking that my fee will be reimbursed by the government but my hopes have gone down the drain," he added.When TOI contacted district welfare officer, Anupam Rai, he said, "So far, the fee was reimbursed to around 50 per cent students of session 2015-2016. Several students pursuing various courses come to my office seeking information on the same." "Fee is reimbursed online in the student's bank account. There is no role for the department in this scheme.

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US tycoon's China scholarship project opens doors in Beijing

BEIJING (AP) — A new scholarship program intended to rival the prestigious Rhodes Scholarships and build understanding between China and the world opened its doors at Beijing's prestigious Tsinghua University on Saturday.

The program, founded by Wall Street tycoon Stephen Schwarzman, covers all expenses for students in a one-year master's degree program that will also emphasize cultural immersion, travel around China, and efforts to grasp and understanding the world's second-largest economy and rising superpower.

Chosen from more than 3,000 applicants, the 110 Schwarzman Scholars represent 32 countries, with 44 percent from the United States and 21 percent from China. The program hopes to eventually provide support for as many as 200 scholars yearly.

In an interview with The Associated Press, Schwarzman said the program had sought out students who were not just talented, but creative and insightful, with strong leadership and communications skills. Drawn from the sciences, business and even the military, they will go on to be "people of influence" who can explain China to the world and the world to China, he said.

"In a world of populism and strong views on the internet, there need to be people who can explain such complex issues," Schwarzman said.

Launched in 2013, the program has drawn support from the top ranks of the ruling Communist Party, one reason Schwarzman said he wasn't concerned about possible infringements on academic freedom. Chinese universities remain strictly limited in what they can teach and discuss in areas such as politics and history, and President Xi Jinping's government has redoubled calls to rid classrooms and textbooks of the influence of universal values and Western concepts of human rights and participatory democracy.

Schwarzman said the program fit perfectly with Xi's call to elevate at least two Chinese universities into the top global rankings in coming years.

"We're in the sweet spot of what China is trying to do," he said.

The Schwarzman scholarship program aims for an endowment of $450 million, of which $200 million has already been raised from private sources, including a $100 million gift from Schwarzman, a co-founder of the private equity Blackstone Group.

Students will live in the Schwarzman College, a building designed by Robert A.M. Stern, dean of Yale University's architecture school, and based on residential buildings at Yale, Harvard, Oxford and other elite schools.

Members of the program's advisory board include former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, former French President Nicolas Sarkozy and ex-Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd. Rudd attended Saturday's event, which also featured video greetings from U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and first lady Michelle Obama. Former secretaries of state Colin Powell, Condoleezza Rice and Henry Kissinger also sit on the board, along with acclaimed cellist Yo-Yo Ma.

Source: US tycoon's China scholarship project opens doors in Beijing

HOPE falls short of meeting scholarship needs for low-income students, report says

Georgia's public colleges are increasingly out of reach for low- and middle income students, according to a new report.

The lottery-funded HOPE Scholarship, which students are awarded based on grades and test scores, helps hundreds of thousands of students. But for many it's just not enough, and harder to hold onto for students who must also work to pay their way through college, according to Georgia Budget and Policy Institute senior education policy analyst Claire Suggs.

"Paying for college is now a struggle for many students and their families, especially those at the lowest income levels," Suggs wrote.

Now it's time for Georgia to focus on building need-based scholarship programs, especially if the state is to have the kind of educated workforce needed for the jobs of tomorrow, according to the GBPI report.

Suggs found that HOPE Scholarship money disproportionately goes to white and Asian-American students, and disproportionately less to African American and Hispanic students when she analyzed statistics from the Technical College System of Georgia and the University System of Georgia. Also left out: older students, the analysis found.

The Technical College System of Georgia is the state's system of publicly-funded technical colleges, including Athens Technical College; The University System of Georgia, which includes the University of Georgia, is the state's publicly-funded system of 29 colleges and universities.

Median tuition and fees at state public four-year colleges is now 44 percent of the median income of families in the lowest 20 percent of income, according to the report.

Only 30 percent of low-income students receive either the HOPE or Zell Miller Scholarship, while 42 percent of middle and upper income students do; and low-income students now are about 48 percent of students in the university system, Suggs found.

The HOPE Scholarship covers about 84 percent of tuition costs, and the Zell Miller Scholarship, harder to get, covers 100 percent of tuition, but neither covers the additional fees colleges charge, nor other expenses such as food, shelter and books. Many students from modest or low-income families also get a federal Pell grant to help pay for college — including about two-thirds of black students and more than half of Hispanic students, compared to about a third of white students, Suggs wrote.

The numbers of students who need help has also increased sharply, Suggs found. About 27 percent of students in the university system as of fall 2006 got a Pell grant; by fall 2014, 44.5 percent were receiving Pell grants, Suggs found.

But the average Pell grant of $3,634 only covers about 22 percent of what it costs to attend the average state public college, and only about 15 percent at research universities such as the University of Georgia. About 97,000 students had unmet financial need in 2013-14, even with scholarships and a $5,500 subsided loan.

And while poverty has been growing in Georgia, tuition costs have risen steeply as the state legislature cut back on education funding. Tuition and fees now account for about half the cost of operating the university system, up from about 25 percent in the 1990s, Suggs found.

Adding it all up, Suggs found an unmet student financial aid need of $660 million as of the 2013-2014 school year — compared to $28.8 million available in need-based aid.

One result has been increasing student debt levels as students and their families borrow money to make it through college.

And money is a major reason students are forced out of college — state colleges and universities dropped about 13,000 students from fall 2014 to fall 2015 because they couldn't come up with money for tuition and fees, Suggs wrote.

Students can work, but researchers have found when students work too many hours, they're more likely to drop out.

Suggs also found:

• 20 percent of black students and 36 percent of Hispanic students receive either a HOPE Scholarship, or the Zell Miller Scholarship. About 46 percent of Asian students and 45 percent of white students get HOPE or Zell Miller Scholarships. Nearly two-thirds of students who get HOPE are white, or 64 percent, while 78 percent of the Zell Miller Scholars are white, though whites now make up only about 52 percent of the students in Georgia colleges, down from 65 percent a decade ago.

• A higher percentage of low-income students have gotten access to merit-based aid in the Technical College System of Georgia, according to the report. But like the HOPE Scholarship, the HOPE Grant falls short of meeting what students actually need to attend technical college, according to Suggs' analysis.

"The limited reach of Georgia's financial aid portfolio is not sufficient to meet the state's workforce development goals in today's rapidly changing and fiercely competitive global economy," Suggs wrote. "In a quickly diversifying state that also struggles with widespread poverty, students need more options to gain valued skills and enter successful careers, regardless of their families' background or bank account."

The report also proposed three potential remedies, beginning with creating a state needs-based financial aid program, independent of the HOPE program.

Lawmakers could also restore the HOPE Grant in technical colleges to its original form, when it paid full tuition and fees, instead of just a portion.

Lawmakers could also expand the HOPE Scholarships eligibility to include people who have been out of high school more than seven years, the GBPI report suggests. That would help older students in their 20s and 30s, and fit with a state initiative that encourages older people who dropped out of post-secondary school to go back and finish, Suggs wrote.

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Source: HOPE falls short of meeting scholarship needs for low-income students, report says

Ortom offers scholarship to six indigent children

From Magnus Eze, Abuja The Council of Registered Engineers in Nigeria (COREN) has vowed to punish any engineer found to have compromised standards in the four-storey building that collapsed recently at Citec Villa, Gwarimpa, Abuja. Registrar of COREN, Mr. Kamila Maliki, stated this when he led a team of engineers to the scene of the…

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The 10 most sought after scholarships in Singapore

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While Changi Airport Group was chosen as the preferred scholarship provider last year, in the latest BrightSparks Scholarship and Education Survey by CareerBuilder Singapore, the group fell into sixth place this year.

Among the 1,002 Junior College (JC), IB Diploma, and Polytechnic students surveyed, the Public Service Commission rose seven places, topping the chart as the most preferred scholarship provider by fresh-faced top talent this year.

This was closely followed by the National University of Singapore (NUS), Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and MOH Holdings in second, third and fourth places respectively. While the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) jumped eight spots to be ranked fifth this year.

While Changi Airport Group was ranked top last year, the group fell five places to be placed sixth this year while GIC rose to join the ranks in the top 10 for the first time.

Top 10 preferred scholarship providers1. Public Service Commission2. National University of Singapore3. Nanyang Technological University4. MOH Holdings5. Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)6. Changi Airport Group7. Singapore Airlines8. Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore9. Economic Development Board10. GIC

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The survey found that in recent years, scholarships offered by the public sector were gaining popularity amongst students with six of the top 10 preferred scholarship providers coming from the public sector this year.

"The renewed interest in the public sector is not surprising given the slow growth in today's economy. Students are cautious about their job choices – seeking one that offers income stability and most importantly, job security," said Jessica Ang, marketing director, CareerBuilder Singapore.

"Ultimately, a job in the public sector is still seen as an iron rice bowl," she added.

When asked to rate the top methods to finance further education, scholarships emerged first, with 72.5% of the votes. While 56.2% prefers financing through parents.

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However, 14.5% of top JC and IB Diploma students, 18.4% of JC and IB Diploma students, and 12.9% of polytechnic students were still hesitant about applying for scholarships with key concerns including not wanting to be bonded, the length of the bond and reasons relating to academic requirements.

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When it comes to the preferred work industry, while the healthcare sector was was ranked third last year, the industry emerged as the top choice amongst all student categories this year.

Preferred work industry for top GCE 'A' Level and IB Diploma students and graduates1. Healthcare2. Government/ public service3. Pharmaceutical

Preferred work industry for GCE 'A' Level and IB Diploma students and graduates1. Healthcare2. Banking and financial services3. Education/ teaching

Preferred work industry for Polytechnic students1. Healthcare2. Engineering3. Education/ teaching

"There is a pressing need to meet manpower demands in the healthcare sector as the government continues to ramp up healthcare infrastructure in preparation for the nations' rapidly aging population," Ang explained.

"This recurring interest in the sector is a positive sign for the healthcare industry and it is important for the sector to continue implementing effective HR measures. It will help them reach out to a wider pool of talent, that will benefit Singapore's healthcare scene."

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WoodworkingFuel.com Announces New Scholarship Program

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The website is donating up to $2,500 to help students pursue higher education in a woodworking-related field, reports www.woodworkingfuel.com.

Trinity, FL - September 6, 2016 /MarketersMedia/ --

Woodworkingfuel.com, a go-to online resource for woodworking education and information, has recently announced the introduction of their new scholarship program. The website owner has decided to give away up to $2,500 in scholarship funds to help students who want to pursue higher education in woodworking or a related field. The site has made two separate Woodworking Scholarships available, both working in conjunction with each other and requiring applicants to submit an essay along with details about their chosen area of study.

"As woodworkers and carpenters who entered this field with only on-the-job training available to us, we fully recognize the need for and the value of formal education in the field. We can't stress enough how important it can be in helping students launch a successful career," said Ed Connors of WoodworkingFuel.com. "It is for this reason that we've decided to create the Woodworking Fuel Scholarship Program. We're passionate about woodworking and want those who feel the same to have the best chance at building a great career. We know that a little financial assistance can go a long way in making that dream a reality."

The Woodworking Fuel Scholarship Program includes two distinct scholarships - an essay scholarship and a random scholarship. To enter the $1,500 essay scholarship, applicants must be enrolled in a higher education institution in the United States pursuing woodworking or carpentry as a field of study. Formal documentation as well as a 500 - 1,000-word essay are required for eligibility. Two essay scholarship applicants will be randomly selected to receive $500 scholarships. Woodworking Fuel readers who are interested in applying for the scholarships should visit the website at woodworkingfuel.com to learn more about eligibility and entry requirements as well as important application dates.

As Connors continued, "We believe wholeheartedly that a solid education is the key to promoting excellence in our field, and we are proud to be able to offer students the opportunity for advancement in a career they love. We look forward to connecting with our applicants and seeing how their passion for woodworking comes through in their words."

About WoodworkingFuel.com:

Woodworking Fuel was established in 2016 with a goal to provide easy-to-understand woodworking information that makes a real impact. With extensive experience and a great passion for woodworking, the website's writers help other people discover, learn, grow, and experience the fun and excitement of being a woodworker.

For more information, please visit http://www.woodworkingfuel.com

Contact Info:Name: Ed ConnorsOrganization: WoodworkingFuel.comPhone: (727) 510-5401

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Fewer Scholarships. Fewer International Friends.

By Shaleen Shah, Campus Staff WriterPosted 9:40 PM EST, Mon., Sept. 5, 2016

Merit based scholarships, which are highly sought after by international students, are being limited this year. Howard University awards these scholarships based on SAT scores and academic performance. It is speculated that financial pressure on the university played a role in the decision to limit scholarships.

"Most international students say that they picked Howard because of the scholarship they obtained," said Shrijanand Chintapatla, an Indian national and a member of The International Pals at Howard.

These scholarships have been named as "Trustee Scholarships" this year, in contrast to years past, when there were five unique scholarships which awarded funds in accordance to respective cut-off SAT scores. In the presidential address to Howard University Freshman Scholars (HUFS) which was held last year, President Wayne A.I. Frederick mentioned that the test score cut-offs for obtaining scholarships were being increased.

"Thirty-five students from Nepal enrolled last year, but this year, there are only six or seven," said Binit Koirala, an international student who was awarded a merit based scholarship at Howard.

The sharp decrease in the number of incoming Nepali students may be a direct result of Howard's scholarship cuts.

"Of course, there are other incentives too, for example the environment and academics, but we don't have many choices in colleges because for international students," said Chintapatla.

"Especially from Asia or Africa, the exchange rate is very high. It would not be reasonable to attend a college without sufficient funding."

Since international students are not eligible for the U.S. government aid programs, need based and merit based scholarships from the university are the primary resources and incentives for these students.

As exemplified by the decrease in the intake of Nepali students, it is probable that there will be a lack of international students this year at Howard.

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Secondary school student gets Kano’s automatic scholarship to PhD level

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Fa'iza Abubakar and Kano state governor, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje

AbdulSalam MuhammadKANO – Kano home girl who had a brilliant performance in the 2016 West African Examination Council, Fa'iza Abubakar has said her ambition is to become Medical Doctor.

Fa'iza, who hails from Bakin Zuwo quarters in Kano Municipal area, scored distinctions (A 1), in the nine subjects she sat for at Olumawu College, Wuse 2, Abuja.

Already, she has been offered admission by at least seven universities in the United Kingdom and one university in Egypt.

Faiza Abubakar, who spoke shortly after the Kano state governor, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje offered her automatic scholarship to PhD level commended the Government for its magnanimity.

Governor Ganduje had explained that the scholarship is meant to cover her undergraduate, postgraduate and doctorate degrees, at any university of her choice across the world.

In his words "this gesture is to acknowledge merit and to especially encourage girl-child education in our state", the governor maintained, pointing out that the state government is making arrangements to ensure that gifted children are given opportunity to fully exploit their potentials."

According to the governor, "we are happy that this child has performed very well and I want to assure that we will continue to encourage our people to achieve in their chosen endeavours and bring honour to their families , the state and the nation at large".

He enjoined parents to encourage their children to strive for academic and moral distinction to enable them excel in life.

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IU briefs: 31 freshmen named Fry Scholars

31 IU freshmen named Fry Scholars

Thirty-one incoming Indiana University freshmen who were directly admitted to the Kelley School of Business have been selected as William R. Fry Scholars. This year's class was selected from a group of students who were invited to apply for the program because of their outstanding academic records. Preference was given to students who are traditionally underrepresented in the field of business.

The students will receive funding for standard tuition and fees and a stipend for living expenses. They also receive support in the form of an adviser and a "Fry Buddy," a Kelley student mentor, during their first year at IU. The scholarship program is made possible through a $15 million gift in 2008 from the late William R. Fry, a Kelley alumnus who was president of his senior class in 1958, an Army veteran, an investment manager and a radio station owner.

This year's Fry Scholars are: Adeolu Adesanya, Mason, Ohio; Victoria Anderson, Raleigh, N.C.; Leah Ashebir, Avon, Ind.; Dawn Bakare, Elkridge, Md.; Christian Baldwin, Fishers, Ind.; Jordan Benard, Mequon, Wis.; Jake Dufinetz, Fishers, Ind.; Robiati Endashaw, Plano, Texas; Bryce Espiritu, Indianapolis; Alexandria Ford, Indianapolis; Jalen Garrison, Bolingbrook, Ill.; Dania Gutierrez-Flores, Loveland, Ohio; Austin Holmes, Fishers, Ind.; Anna Kozak, Carmel, Ind.; Peyton Marshall, South Bend, Ind.; Angelique Martin, Chicago; Eliana Martinez, Indianapolis; Brian Mitcham, Marietta, Ga.; Hanan Mohamed, Bloomington, Ind.; Swede Moorman, Cincinnati; Mario Morales, Frisco, Texas; Breana Owens, Prospect, Ky.; Nailah Owens-Johnson, Fishers, Ind.; Christina Randall, Greenwood, Ind.; Donnesha Robinson, Carmel, Ind.; Austin Rocha, Crown Point, Ind.; Ronnie Salters, Olive Branch, Miss.; Jonathan Smith, Nolensville, Tenn.; Valeria Vinas, Miami; Dorothy Vincent, Weston, Wis.; and Simone Watts, Oa k Park, Ill.

Army, law school offer scholarships

The U.S. Army and the Indiana University Maurer School of Law have signed an agreement to create the U.S. Army Law Scholars Program, which will allow qualifying officers and enlisted soldiers to pursue a legal education during their time of service.

Qualifying soldiers, from both active duty and reserve personnel, will receive a nonresident scholarship of about $75,000 to the law school and be paired with both an alumnus and student mentor for the duration of their time in Bloomington.

Service members interested in becoming a U.S. Army Law Scholar must meet the traditional requirements of any other student admitted into the Maurer School of Law.

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