At the Smithfield Court Community Center on Sept. 30 the Smithfield Court/ Elyton Walk club acknowledged Miles College senior social work major Tiffany Taylor who was presented a $5,802 scholarship from the Housing Authority Birmingham District. Taylor decided at an early age that she wanted to further her education. She has seen many people from her neighborhood lose their lives from being in the streets and didn 't want to be another statistic. Miles College was her first choice because it is a Historically Black College and University. " To further my education at a HBCU means that I am receiving the best education by teachers who look just like me.
The Texas Darlins award scholarships in recognition of leadership abilities, financial need, and academic excellence. Each semester, outstanding young women join this great organization to strengthen their knowledge, leadership, and integrity within themselves and to further the betterment of their community. This scholarship will award those notable members, and celebrate their contribution to the Texas Darlins and Austin community. We rely on the life-long support of our alumnae to sustain their passion for sisterhood, service, and spirit for our collegians. Texas Darlins withholds a mission to advance the Spirit Group’s vision to be recognized as a premier female organization.
Never would they have imagined going to school let alone attending college but because of them I was able to attend school, graduate high school, and attend college. Because of them I had the amazing opportunity to be born in one of the greatest countries in the world and study to become anything or anyone I wanted to be. Because of them and with the help of the Clark Construction Field Scholarship I am able to pursue a degree in Special Elementary education with a minor in Human services and speech pathology and audiology. Without being awarded the scholarship for the past two years my parents and I wouldn’t be able to afford tuition and I wouldn 't be able to pursue a degree. I am not sure what the future may hold for me
When faced with certain death, Anna 's quick thinking and wits not only saved her life but also gave life to her child. In the story, "The Leap," Anna shows the concept of "grace under pressure." A concept described by Ernest Hemingway which means someone is being able to react quickly and calmly while in times of stress. Anna was once a trapeze artist who would perform with her husband with the both of them blindfolded. One day during an act, an accident occurred which killed her husband and nearly killed her and her fetus.
Also by applying for scholarships that SFCC offers such as, The President 's Academic Excellence Scholarship, Achievement Scholarship, and Financial
Once I got to High School joined a program at my school called Upward Bound Which is a college readiness program at my school. I attend South St.Paul Secondary where my teachers had recommended me to sign up for Upward Bound which is run by Trio. The trio is a program that is funded by the government to help children get prepared for college and all of the information they will
Resources that are offered to support my studies are scholarships. For example, NATA offers, “the number of scholarships varies annually (from 50 to 75), with the amount of the award currently $2,300 per scholarship” (Resources). CATS offer, “Seven scholarships, each in the amount of $2,000 for one academic year are awarded to qualifying applicants enrolled full-time at a college or university for the upcoming year” (CATS Family Scholarships). The fees to become a student member of NATA that has BOC certificate is $119 and $85 for students without a BOC certificate. To be a member of the CATS costs $25 per year for athletic trainers.
I have to take this necessary path for a better life for me. My mom and I went to MDC to register as a student. The counselor gave me a list of things I have to do, so I have a lot of hoops to go through in order to be a student. First step is to apply for financial aid. Applying for financial aid was easier said than done.
The Student Support Services TRIO Program is funded by the U.S Department of Education. Peer mentoring, tutoring, community involvement, etc. are resources students are able to utilize at no cost. For fall 2017 153 students were listed on the president’s and dean’s list, 43% had a GPA greater than 3.0, and 37% CCCS student are Honors College eligible. As a student counselor, Mr. Griffin focuses on the student personal and academic growth.
Through my hard work and dedication, I was rewarded with many academic achievements. I was inducted into the National Beta Club and the National CTE Honors Society I also received an academic all-star award my junior year. I was able to have room in my schedule to dual enroll at Sampson Community College and take to college credit
While education can open doors to your life, having the initiative to be successful is what really counts. I am determined and I have the desire to study Business but am lacking the financial support needed to achieve my goal. The Plant City Lions Club Scholarship would help me by giving me an opportunity to pursue my dream career. My desire is to be able to study in order to work and give back to my parents who have helped me accomplish graduating from Plant City High School with honors and with a weighted GPA of 4.7321.Receiving financial support will allow me to make a difference in the challenging world of Business. My parents have always supported me in everything, but unfortunately they cannot afford my college tuition.
There are also several scholarship options available to both college and trade school students to cover some or even all of the
My goal, once I have my degree, is to teach standard Algebra or Chemistry and encourage my students to learn and to love STEM classes. This scholarship will give me a small percentage of what is needed to fund my college career and will push me one step closer to making a
I studied, took AP courses, applied for scholarships, etc. When attending Converse, I underwent changes in my schedule, living (residential), etc. Such changes were easy-going and more relaxed compared to high school, but the pressure of success increased. Aspects such as time management became crucial. As a response of not living at home and being an “adult”, I was granted freedom.
My parents always stressed how we should do our best and have to work for the things we want. Growing up I learned this doesn’t come easy. As everything college is upon us I have reflected on these principles and pondered how I will come up with the money for my college education. The clear cut answer is scholarships. You will see in this essay that I am a worthy candidate for this scholarship.
