Planning and Preparing for College (Scholarships, Internships, Etc)

To prepare students and their parents for college success in areas of academic readiness, community service, internships, summer programs, etc. The blog is to be used as a preparation infrastructure on various areas of college topics. The audience is high school students, parents, under-graduates and graduates students.

"Class of 2010" -- Start Getting Ready, Applying for Enrollment, ACT/SAT, Scholarships, etc. Also, share blog with others.


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Saturday, July 14, 2012

Our Deepest Fear

Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us.

We ask ourselves, who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, and fabulous?

Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small doesn't serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you.

We are born to manifest the Glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us, it's in everyone, and as we let our light shine, we consciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.

(The quote was written by: Marianne Williamson)

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

It is Never Too Late

I wanted to send out a note to the "Class of 2010" and past classes or anyone that need to know that it is never too late to go for your goal(s) in life. Many times we have our eyes toward getting the students graduated, but not looking beyond at those who felt that they can't go to college or get a decent job, or those who didn't make the requirements to graduate, but just dropped out.

I am told that life doesn't end after high school graduation, but it is the beginning of you starting your future to adulthood. Question: If we are given 3 scores and 10 years, what happens to the other 52 years after high school graduation? High schools students only use up less than one third of the years at graduation, but we acted as if it is completely over for that student or child that didn't graduate or who didn't decide to go to college until after graduation.

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Friday, November 12, 2010

Featured Article in FedEx's Diversity Appeal

Guys, this month, I was featured in FedEx's Diversity Appeal and wanted to share the article with you . The article is listed in the link below, please click to retreive:

Saturday, July 17, 2010

Notes on Reading the Blog

Please note that the Blog is a college resource infrastructure and is to viewed ongoing or various times for valuable information.

The blog structure is as follows:

The left side displays the current posting for scholarships,internships, fellowships and job opportunities. In many cases the deadlines for the opportunities will be displayed in the title or within the posting.

The right side has links in various categories. Some of them are: College Preparation, ACT/SAT Info, FAFSA, Financial Aid, Internships, Scholarships, Fellowships and much more. Click the link to get additional information on each topic or area.

The blog contains thousandths and thousandths of links and is over 80 pages in printed documentation.

As always, share the blog with others.

Thursday, July 01, 2010

Class of 2010 -- Start Applying Now

Class of 2010

Start Applying for Colleges/Universities,

Scholarships, ACT/SAT, CSS Profiles and much more now


The Clock is Ticking, so don't get left behind

Current College students, you can now start applying for Fellowships,

Internships and
additional scholarships as well.

There are many opportunities listed in this blog, Planning and Preparing for College (Scholarships, Internships, Etc)

As Always Share this blog with Others!!!!

Thursday, June 24, 2010

The College Expo and From Callie Herd section

Theresa Price, Founder of Black College Expo (http://www.collegeexpo.org/), has created a new section on her website to promote my college preparation blog (http://www.ctherd.blogspot.com/) along with highlights and tips from me on her website. The Announcement section is called "From Callie Herd".

In addition, Theresa, has also invited me to come back and attend the College Expo Tour in Atlanta, Georgia on Saturday February 27, 2009. I thank Theresa for believing in my vision and how we must work together in order to make our society better. It is good to pull toward each other cause/vision rather than a way. This is truly a "village approach". Theresa, I am currently getting record amount of visits from LA, New York, Washington, DC and Atlanta.

The next Tour is scheduled for Saturday, October 24, 2009 in New York, NY, December 8, 2007 in Oakland, CA and on January 23, 2010 in Los Angeles, CA.


Additional News:

Google has also placed my blog as a major search category/field when retrieving lookups on college related areas. Below is an example of some of the searches.

I was #1 search out of 65,700,000 for possibilities for "planning and preparing for college":

Planning and Preparing for College

I was 37 out of 14,700,00 searches for "preparing for college":

Preparing for College

Overall, I am asking you to share the blog (http://www.ctherd.blogspot.com/with as many individuals that you can. There are a lot of great opportunities on the blog. You can be a blessing to so many individuals. I shared, can you........

Friday, June 18, 2010

How To Prepare for College Correctly -- Please Share

I wanted to take the time to release information that will make a difference in preparing students along with their parents for college. I believe that information should be shared with all and that it must be obtainable in a way that people can have access to it. I am haunted by the quotes of Harriet Tubman that says:

“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world."
"If I could have convinced more slaves that they were slaves, I could have freed thousands more."

The key to receiving the information that I provide you is to learn how to understand it. I am currently using the information with my youngest child, who is 12 years old.

My son has learned how to use and access the computer to research information he needs, be it a book report, gaining knowledge or playing games on the Internet. He not only uses Consoles games such as the WII for entertainment, but also for enhancing his sports or artistic skills. For instance, my son volunteered for the Special Olympics Bowling Event and bowled hitting 3 strikes and 1 spare consecutively. He credited the bowling to him practicing on the WII Sports. He has taught himself how to be an Anime artist. He is currently teaching himself how to read, write and speak Japanese. He loves reading books and when he goes to the Library to check them out he checks out 15 to 20 books and read them all within the 21 days allowed to keep the books. He has so far received awards from “Who’s Who Among Middle School Students”, Outstanding African American Student, Memphis Urban League’s “Do the Right Thing” Award, and Kohl’s Kids Who Care (Store level) for volunteering as a human shield during the 40th Anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King’s death.

Below are the links that will make a difference: (click links to retrieve the information)

College Preparation

How to create a College Portfolio (Learn how to create Business Cards, Resume and Portfolio)

College Preparation TimeLines

ACT Dates

Thursday, June 10, 2010

Accreditation of Colleges and Universities

Most people don't take into account the accreditation of a school when applying, but it can play a big role in terms of employment beyond college, in terms of financial aid, transferability of credits, etc. The link provides information about institutions that are accredited by accrediting agencies that are recognized by the US Dept. of Educ:

Accreditation

Other useful sites include:
Ed Picks
Accreditation List
Financial Aid
http://www.chea.org/
Submitted by: Devon L. Hill

Saturday, January 02, 2010

Preparing for the ACT/SAT Exams

I am often reminded of the students that I and others have assisted or guided in workshops or through advice. Some of the students that stand out are those students that didn’t have a mentor, had low self-esteem or didn’t think that they could pass the exam or could even attend college.

I am especially pleased with Julian’s story. A student that wanted to attend college, but didn’t believe he could. At the time, Julian had just graduated with the “Class of 2008”, but during August of 2008, he had never applied for college or taken the ACT. But in my meeting with him, I felt he had a fire and desire to want to achieve and had the ability to do so. I advise him how to prepare for the ACT and to utilize the links on my blog, Planning and Preparing for College (Scholarships, Internships, Etc) located at http://www.ctherd.blogspot.com/ . He took the advice and took the ACT exam and scored a 21 on his first try which allowed him to be eligible for the TN Lottery and get assistances to attend college.

The reason the workshops were successful is because it taught students’ methods, techniques and to utilize practice exams to build up their test skills and speed. In the end, knowledge is powerful, if used properly.


Below are two technique documents (Math and Science) to be used as tips along with suggested websites to practice the ACT/SAT with:



Tips for Math and Science:

Math Problems

Scientific Methods


Practice Links:

March 2 Success Online Test Preparation
http://www.actstudent.org/sampletest/index.html (English, Math, Science and Reading)
http://www.actstudent.org/writing/sample/index.html
http://www.act.org/aap/pdf/preparing.pdf
ACT/SAT
Online SAT Practice Test
Kaplan ACT/SAT
Number 2
Powerprep
4 Test
Sat Prep Plan
Test Prep Review
1000 Most Common SAT Words
Math Forum -- Math Tips
Peterson's Practice SAT/ACT Test Prep
Vocabulary Builder
Study Guide Zone -- ACT
Study Guide Zone -- SAT
Success Math


Below are the next scheduled ACT and SAT dates:

ACT:

Test Date: December 12, 2009
Registration Deadline: November 6, 2009
Late Registration Deadline: November 7 - 20, 2009


Test Date: February 10, 2010
Registration Deadline: January 5, 2010
Late Registration Deadline: January 6-15, 2010

visit http://www.actstudent.org/regist/dates.html for additional registration dates.


SAT:

Test Date: December 5, 2009
Registration Deadline: October 31, 2009
Late Registration Date: November 1-13, 2009


Test Date: January 23, 2010
Registration Deadline: December 15, 2009
Late Registration Date: December 16 - 30, 2009

visit http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/sat/calenfees.html for additional registration dates.

Thursday, November 12, 2009

Amtrak Scholarships -- Deadline: 11/20/2009

Please circulate IMMEDIATELY Amtrak Travel Scholarships for College Students.

Amtrak has partnered with the United Negro College Fund to provide 185 travel scholarships, valued at $750 per student; to students attending targeted HBCUs across the country. They are to include the following UNCF colleges/universities:

Alabama State University, Allen University, Arkansas Baptist College, Benedict College, Bennett College, Bethune-Cookman University, Bowie State University, Cheyney University of Pennsylvania, Claflin University, Clark Atlanta University, Coppin State University, Delaware State University, Dillard University, Edward Waters College, Fayetteville State University, Florida Memorial University, Hampton University, Harris-Stowe State College, Howard University, Huston-Tillotson University, Interdenominational Theological Center, Jackson State University, Johnson C. Smith University, Lane College, LeMoyne-Owen College, Lincoln University of Pennsylvania, Livingstone College, Miles College, Morehouse College, Morehouse School of Medicine, Morgan State University, Norfolk State University, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, North Carolina Central University, Paine College, Paul Quinn College, Philander Smith College, Saint Augustine's College, Savannah State University, Shaw University, South Carolina State University, Southern University, New Orleans, Southwestern Christian College, Spelman College, Stillman College, Texas Southern University, Tougaloo College, University of the District of Columbia, Virginia State University, Virginia Union University, Voorhees College, West Virginia State College, Wiley College, Winston-Salem State University, Xavier University of Louisiana


This unique opportunity will allow selected students the opportunity to travel to any destination serviced by Amtrak during the period of November 2009 through November 2010. You may visit Amtrak's web site for travel routes and schedules. The application for this scholarship is only available at UNCF. You must also register with UNCF in order to apply for scholarship.


Application Deadline : Monday, November 20, 2010


Click link to Apply : Apply Online


Past Amtrak Scholar recipients will not be considered for award.


Also click link below for approaching UNCF scholarships:

http://www.uncf.org/scholarships/applynow.asp

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

The Emma L. Bowen Foundation -- Deadline: January 15, 2010)

The Emma L. Bowen Foundation is currently recruiting high school students (rising juniors, seniors) and rising college freshman for several PAID summer internships at media (television, radio, cable) companies in the following cities: Atlanta; Austin, TX; Billings, MT; Birmingham, AL; Boston; Chicago; Houston; Los Angeles; Miami; New York City; Philadelphia; St. Louis, MO; San Jose, CA; Stamford, CT; and Washington, DC.

Applications are being accepted now. Deadline is on January 15, 2010. Please check back for updates on recruiting locations during the next few months.

The internships start Summer 2010 and last throughout college. Eligible candidates must have at least a 3.0 GPA, plan to attend a 4-year college, and have an interest in the media. Selected candidates will be paid an hourly salary and earn scholarship dollars to help pay for college expenses. Any minority student (African American, Hispanic, Asian or Native American) who is a rising high school senior, graduating high school senior or college freshman.

If you know of any qualified students that would benefit from this opportunity, please have them visit our website at:

Application Information

The deadline for applications is on January 15, 2010.

Burger King/McLamore Foundation Scholarship Program -- Deadline: February 1, 2010

BURGER KING® Scholars awards assist students who work part-time and excel academically. Since 2000, the BURGER KING® Scholars Program has granted more than 11,000 scholarships throughout the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico.

Awards of $1,000 each are sponsored annually by the fundraising efforts of Burger King Corporation, BURGER KING® franchisees, and our restaurant guests. An additional 121 BURGER KING® Scholars awards are also granted from the Foundation endowment to graduating high school seniors.

To learn more about the BURGER KING® Scholars Program or your eligibility, click here.

Apply to become a BURGER KING® Scholar

The following ACCESS KEY is required in
order to complete your online application.


ACCESS KEY: BKS

Apply Online Now (click link to apply)

FAQ on Who is eligible to apply? (click link to retreive)

Application deadline is Feb. 1, 2010.

Truman Scholarship -- Deadline: February 2, 2010

The Truman Scholarship provides up to $30,000 in funding to students pursuing graduate degrees in public service fields. Students must be college juniors at the time of selection. The Foundation also provides assistance with career counseling, internship placement, graduate school admissions, and professional development. Scholars are invited to participate in a number of programs: Truman Scholar Leadership Week, The Summer Institute, The Truman Fellows Program, and the Public Service Law Conference. Please visit the For Scholars section of the website for an overview of the programs the Foundation currently offers for Scholars.

Students who are new to the site should review How to Become a Truman Scholar for a step-by-step discussion of the Truman process.

In order to access the on-line application, students must receive login credentials from their Institution's Faculty Representative. Please see your Faculty Representative for additional information. If you do not have a Faculty Representative, please click here.

Application Deadline: February 2, 2010

Please note: All applications must be submitted online by midnight, your time zone. Schools may have an earlier deadline.

Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) Scholarship - Deadline: March 15, 2010 — 11:59 PM EST

Through its Education and Leadership Development Program, the Jackie Robinson Foundation provides scholarships of up to $7,500 annually to minority high school students showing leadership potential and demonstrating financial need to attend an accredited 4-year college or university of their choice.

2010 JRF Scholarship Application Process Now Open

UCLA Applicants Only

General Application

GO TO ONLINE APPLICATION

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

AXA Achievement Scholarship -- Deadline: December 15, 2009

The AXA Achievement Scholarship in association with U.S. News & World Report provides $670,000 in annual scholarships to young people throughout the nation.

Winners on the State and National levels

State Winners

Fifty-two winners – one from each state, the District of Colombia and Puerto Rico – are selected by our nonprofit partner, Scholarship America, to receive one-time scholarship awards of $10,000 each.

National Winners

From the pool of 52 state winners, ten are selected as national winners and earn an additional one-time scholarship of $15,000. This brings the top AXA Achievers total scholarship awards to $25,000 each. These top ten also receive the offer of an internship with AXA.

The 2010 program is underway; apply by December 15, 2009. Click here for information and to download an application.

Additional Information

Monday, November 09, 2009

MathMoveU Scholarship -- Deadline: January 15, 2010

Here's how it works:

6th, 7th and 8th graders are challenged to show how their favorite hobby, sport, subject or activity would not exist without MATH. Submissions can be multimedia (video, audio, web, etc.) or paper.


More importantly, submissions will be judged on creativity, originality, time commitment, use of math equations to prove importance of math AND, of course, how well each submission answers the question "How does MATH put the ACTION in your PASSION?"


Now get started, because your entry must be postmarked by January 15, 2010 to be considered for one of 150 $1,000 scholarships or camperships! Your school will also receive $1,000!


Click on the below application for official rules and regulations:







2010 FedEx Climate Corps Fellow -- Deadline: Various



Green your summer




FedEx will be hosting EDF Climate Corps Fellows during the Summer of 2010, to help the company develop economically viable energy efficiency plans. These 10-week long paid internships are a unique hands-on opportunity and resume-builder for analytical and technically-minded students with a passion for the environment.




FedEx encourages candidates from historically black colleges and universities to apply.





Application Deadline for Undergrad positions: February 5, 2010





Deadline for MBA positions (read site for details on application process)

All 2010 application materials are due no later than 5:00pm PST on Thursday, January 7, 2010


Wake Forest University Master of Arts in Management Program -- March 1, 2010

In order to be admitted to the Wake Forest University Master of Arts in Management program and be considered for a Corporate Fellowship, applicants, prior to applying, we encourage you to verify your eligibility for the MA in Management program and/or schedule an admissions consultation.

Candidates interested in being considered for the Corporate Fellowship award for Summer 2010 enrollment are required to complete the online admissions application for the MA in Management program and submit all supplemental application components by the scholarship deadline of March 1, 2010. No separate scholarship application is required.

To hear a message on the Corporate Fellowship award, call 336.758.4584.


View brochure below for details:

Corporate Fellowship Brochure

WFU MA Brochure

William Randolph Hearst Endowed Fellowships -- Springl

William Randolph Hearst Endowed Fellowships for Minority Students (click link)

The Aspen Institute Program on Philanthropy and Social Innovation (PSI) in Washington, DC, offers the William Randolph Hearst Endowed Fellowship three times annually. The fellowship, which is based on academic excellence and need, is open to both undergraduate and graduate students of color. The Hearst Fellow serves as an intern with PSI. Through this fellowship, PSI seeks to introduce a diverse group of students to issues and challenges affecting philanthropy, social enterprise, nonprofit organizations, and other actors in the social sector. Recipients may arrange with their colleges or universities to receive academic credit for this experience

Thursday, November 05, 2009

NOBCChE 2010 Awards/Scholarships Application

Undergraduate Scholarships
(deadline extended to 11/16)

Colgate Palmolive and Lubrizol have a continuing commitment to sponsor an Undergraduate Research Award Competition at the annual national meeting of the National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers (NOBCChE). The competition encourages African-American students studying chemistry, polymer science, material science and chemical engineering to participate in undergraduate research programs.

For more information and guidelines, click here. For undergraduate award application, click here.

Graduate Awards (deadline extended to 11/16)

NOBCChE annually recognizes outstanding minority graduate students by awarding deserving candidates who have made significant contributions to science and/or engineering research. All Fellowships applications should be submitted electronically, transcripts and letters of recommendation must be emailed to NOBCChE at the addresses indicated below. All email contacts should have the phrase "NOBCChE Fellowship" and the applicants surname in the subject line. The awards will be presented at the Annual Award Banquet at the Annual Meeting-NOBCChE 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia, March 29 - April 3, 2010.

For more information and guidelines, click here. For application forms, click here.


Professional Awards

Honor your colleague, mentor, boss, or peer by nominating them for one of NOBCChE professional awards. NOBCChE recognizes black scientists, engineers, and professors who have made significant contributions to science and/or engineering research and teaching with awards for deserving candidates. We are seeking nominees for these awards by November 30, 2009. The awards are as follows and will be presented at the Award's Banquet during the NOBCChE conference. Click here for details on what is needed to apply for the professional awards.

2010 ACS Diversity Programs Education and Training Resources Scholars Program - Deadline: 3/1/2010

ACS Scholars Program


Apply now for the scholars program designed to be a CATALYST for African American, Hispanic/Latino and American Indian students seeking to pursue undergraduate college degrees in chemical sciences and chemical technology.

Over 100 awards, $2500 for freshman, up to $3,000 for sophmores and up to $5,000 for juniors and seniors. Up to $3,000 will be given to students pursuing a 2-year degree. The awards can be renewable base on merit and financial situation.

How to Apply

Application Form for New Applicants Returning Applicants (students who have started and not yet completed an application this year)

Click here for additional information

2010 Ronald McDonald House Charity Scholarship -- Deadline: February 16, 2010

As a part of the RMHC commitment to education, local RMHC Chapters, with support of RMHC Global, offer scholarships to eligible graduating U.S. high school seniors who face limited access to educational and career opportunities in their communities.

Learn more about RMHC Scholarships:

Scholarships (various - choose one scholarship per applicant)

Scholarships are for students in the United States living in areas where there are participating local Chapters (Download PDF of participating Chapters).

If you need additional information regarding our scholarship program, please e-mail the RMHC global office at scholarships@us.mcd.com.


The deadline for the 2009-2010 academic year is Feb. 16, 2009.

Note: Only submit an application once. Do not fill out an online application and mail in a hard copy.

Hurston/Wright Award for College Writers - Deadline: January 15, 2010

The Hurston/Richard Wright Award™ for College Writers has been established by novelist Marita Golden to honor excellence in fiction writing by students of African descent enrolled full time as an undergraduate or graduate student in any college or university in the United States.

The first place and two finalist will be announced in April for the writers of the best previously unpublished short story or novel excerpt.


Deadline:

Submissions must be received between November 1, 2008 and post marked no later then January 15, 2010. The nominated winner and finalists will be required to provide a verification of college enrollment and a photo. Previous winners are not eligible.

How to Apply (click link)

Accredo Health Group -- Now Hiring in Various Positions





Accredo Health Group is hiring in for field of Pharmacy or Certified Pharmacy Technician until the end of this year (2009). in Memphis,TN. It is a pharmacy located in Cordova,TN. If you meet the qualifications and apply because of this posting, please use Dianne Carter Brooks as your referral representative on the application.

Pharmacists Positions

Career Opportunities

Search Jobs

How To Apply


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2010 Talbots Women's Scholarship Fund -- Deadline: January 2, 2010

In keeping with its long-standing tradition of serving the community, the Talbots Charitable Foundation is proud to offer a unique scholarship program for women pursuing a college degree later in life. Each year, the fund awards $120,000 in scholarships to women who earned their high school diploma or GED at least 10 years ago, and who are now seeking a college degree.

Students interested in applying for the Talbots Scholarship Foundation awards should click on the appropriate link below.

U.S. and Canada Online Guidelines and Application

Read the guidelines and complete the application process online. Submit the data electronically by 11:59 p.m., January 2, 2010.

Only the first 5,000 eligible applications received will be processed.

AMC Fellows Intern Program -- Deadline: December 18, 2009!

Applications for Fellows Class 11 are now being accepted.Please fill out this form for consideration. Applications will be accepted until Dec. 18, 2009.

The Army Materiel Command Fellows Program is a four-year program (five years for engineers) designed to build a multifunctional, mobile team of highly qualified civilian employees for AMC. Mr. Roland Volk, Recruiter, TRICARE Management Activity is actively recruiting Engineering Majors for the AMC Fellows Intern Program those who graduated or will soon graduate with a four-year bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. The Intern Program is scheduled to start in July 2010.

The first 13 months of the program include course-work conducted at AMC's Logistics Leadership Center in Texarkana, Texas, and at Texas A&M University -Texarkana resulting in a master’s degree in business administration.

Students before you hit the submit button, please type inside the comment box Referral by Ms. Shelly A. Hart/Roland.

Addiitonal Information

Wednesday, November 04, 2009

Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program (HPRP) -- Please Share !!!

Through ARRA every state and most cities received grants for Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program (HPRP) amounts to 3-6 months of rent or mortgage payments to keep people in their homes or apartments (if they qualify).

If you know someone having issues in Memphis below is the contact info:

Shelby County MEMPHIS
Division of Housing and Community Development
Mary Lanier Administrator, Homeless & Special Needs
mary.lanier@memphistn.gov
701 N. Main Street Memphis 38107 (901)576-7313 (901) 576-7480

Info on Mississippi and Louisiana is listed below as well:

MS: Hinds County
JACKSON Office of Housing and Community Development
Louis Armstrong Deputy Director larmstrong@city.jackson.ms.us
200 S. President St. Jackson 39201 (601) 960-2155 (601) 960-6712

MS State - MS STATE PROGRAM
Community Services Division (CSD)
Tracey Giles Bureau Manager tgiles@mississippi.org
Post Office Box 849 Jackson 39205 (601) 359-6676 ( 601-)359-3108

LA: LA East Baton Rouge Parish BATON ROUGE Office of Community Development (OCD) Sharon St. Romain Chief Social Services Officer http://us.mc398.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=sstromain@brgov.com P.O. Box 1471 Baton Rouge 70821 (225) 389-3039 (225) 389-3939

Theresa R. Joseph, MAT Community and Economic
Development Dept. Phoenix Workforce Connections
Voice: 602-534-9672 Fax: 602-534-3915 email: http://us.mc398.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=theresa.joseph@phoenix.gov

The Angel Tree program provides underprivileged children and seniors with holiday gifts and proof that someone cares. This program relies on the selfless giving and support of the community to bring joy and happiness to those less fortunate during the holiday season. No child chooses to live in poverty and no senior ever expects to rely on the goodwill of others. The Angel Tree program provides clothing, special-needs gifts and other wished-for items such as toys.

There are various volunteer areas (Angles Adoption and Info Table Assistant, Angel Tree Sorting, Angel Tree Client Distribution, Angle Treee Senior Distribution, and Angel Tree Break-Down) and various dates starting from November 21 - December 12, 2009 with the exception of Thanksgiving.

The times are Monday through Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm; 2 - 6 pm; 6 -9 pm and Sunday: Noon - 3 pm and 3 -6 pm.

How to Volunteer

If you would like to volunteer, please download and fill out the volunteer form and e-mail it to Cherita Hopper, Director of Volunteer Services. Please call 901-260-9120 for additional information.

Download Volunteer Form
Download Angel Tree Volunteer Form

Memphis Law Annual Open House - Pre-Law Workshop -- November 17, 2009


(Click the Image to retreive information)

Need to RSVP by November 12, 2009 at 901-678-5403 or

email: lawadmissions@memphis.edu.


Grandmothers for Peace International Scholarship Program -- Deadline: March 1, 2010

Grandmothers for Peace International Scholarship Program

These are the requirements:

Be a high school senior or in your first year of college.
Complete the application form.
Write a brief autobiography of your activities relating to peace and social justice, nuclear disarmament issues, or conflict resolution. Include some proof of these activities (e.g., copies of newspaper articles, verification by your references).
Include two letters of recommendation.
Describe how you will contribute to a peaceful and just society in the future.
There are no grade point or age requirements, and students from any country may apply.

Applications must be postmarked by March 1, 2010. The application form is available for downloading , or send a STAMPED self-addressed envelope to the address below. Students will need to submit proof of college registration before an award is sent to them.


Additional Information



TIP Pre-Law -- TN Residents - Deadline: March 1, 2010

To help achieve diversity in the classroom, during the summer the University of Memphis School of Law & the University of Tennessee-Knoxville College of Law operate the Tennessee Institute for Pre-law (TIP) at the University of Memphis School of Law for applicants who do not meet the minimum academic standards of the entering class but who show potential for the study of law and bring diversity to the class.

How do I apply to TIP? The TIP application is incorporated into the application for admission. To be considered for TIP applicants must answer the optional application questions and submit a supplemental statement explaining why you believe you are qualified for the program and how you will bring diversity to the law school entering class. The application deadline is March 1. There is no separate application fee for TIP.

Please click the URL's below to get addition information about the TIP Pre-Law program:

Application

TENNESSEE INSTITUTE FOR PRE-LAW (TIP)

Frequently Asked Questions

Deadline is on March 1, 2010.

Tennessee Institutes for Pre-Professionals (TIP) -- Deadline: 2/28/2010

The Tennessee Institutes for Pre-Professionals (TIP), commonly referred to as the Tennessee Pre-Health Science Fellowship Program, offers this opportunity to residents of Tennessee who are members of underrepresented groups and wish to pursue a career in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy or veterinary medicine. TIP offers year-round advice, support, and activities designed to assist students to realize their career goals. TIP is a State effort with participation by all the State's public colleges. TIP's ultimate goal is to increase the representation and active participation of African-Americans in health professions training and practice.

The application deadline is February 28th. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS.

To request an application, please email Ms. Gewel Miller at gdmiller@utmem.edu
The TIP Application and TIP Recommendation Form are also available online

Additional Information

For further information call (901) 448-8772 or toll free (800) 998-8654.

Must represent one of the following groups: individuals who are historically underrepresented in science and in the health care professions: underrepresented minority students, non-traditional students, students with disabilities, and students who represent the first in their families to pursue higher education. Click below to review:

General Eligibility Criteria

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Monday, November 02, 2009

ACT Test Dates -- Please Read

2009 – 2010 ACT Test Dates

In the United States, U.S. Territories, Puerto Rico, and Canada
In other countries

Test Dates:

September 12, 2009*
October 24, 2009
December 12, 2008
February 6, 2010**
April 10, 2010
June 12, 2010

To view the deadlines for regular and late registration click the link below:

Current ACT Registration Dates


Please Note:

Registration Deadline: November 6, 2009 . Late registration deadline is November 7-20, 2009. After the late date, students can still apply as Standby Tester on the day of the exam. Your fee payment must include at least the basic fee plus the $41.00 standby fee. Total: ACT (No Writing) = $73.00; ACT Plus Writing = $88.00.

If you choose going in as a Standby Tester, make sure you go to the registration location early, have your application packet completed along with the correct registration fee. Try to choose a site that won't be packed or crowded with already registered students so that you will have a better chance in gaining admittances for the exam.

If you know of a high school seniors that is planning on attending college, please share this information with them. In the end, knowledge is power, if used properly.

The Pauletta and Denzel Washington Family Gifted Scholars Program - Deadline: January 8, 2010

The Pauletta and Denzel Washington Family Gifted Scholars Program in Neuroscience is an outstanding educational opportunity that is offered to eligible undergraduate, graduate and medical students pursuing training in the field of neuroscience.

Financial Suppport

Financial support in the amount of $2,000/month for one undergraduate and $2,500/month for one graduate or medical student will be provided to two awardees during their summer fellowship within a research laboratory directed by Dr. Black at Cedars-Sinai. Further financial support to present their work at a national neuroscience, cancer or neurosurgery meeting will also be given to each awardee. Awardees must be able to travel to Los Angeles, California, to attend the award ceremony. Economy, round-trip airfare and/or ground transportation, meals and hotel accommodations will be provided in addition to the financial award. According to IRS regulations, this award is subject to federal income tax. Thus, all awardees will be issued a 1099 misc tax form or W-2 at year-end for the amount of the award.

Eligibility
Applicants must be an undergraduate, graduate or medical student.
Applicants with an interest in neuroscience are eligible for this award. However, applicants that have not yet committed to a major in science are welcome.
Applicants must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States.


Application and Deadline


The application for participation in the Pauletta and Denzel Washington Family Gifted Scholars Program in Neuroscience is available by mail or you may download here


The deadline for receipt of applications is January 8, 2010.

Sunday, November 01, 2009

IRS - Revenue Agent Vacancy Announcements - Deadline: October 30, 2009

Internal Revenue

How to Apply:

Individuals applying for this announcement are required to complete and submit an on-line application through the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) USAJOBS website. This involves becoming a My USAJOBS member and creating a resume. The information you provide through your My USAJOBS membership profile and resume is required of all Federal job applicants. When you apply for this vacancy announcement, the information you entered in your profile and resume are transmitted to CareerConnector as part of your application and are used to create a CareerConnector registration.

Info on Positions:

Financial Services Specialist (several)

Additional Information(click link)

2010 Ecology Co-Op/Internship Opportunities

Co-op/Internship Opportunities
for 2010
in
Ecology

Animal & Plant Biology
Marine Science

Some links will require the Adobe Acrobat Reader to read pdf format.
If you don't have a copy on your computer, click here for a free download
All co-ops/internships listed are PAID, unless otherwise indicated
Skip the introduction and
Go to Co-op/Internship Postings
Return to Special Interest Group Co-op/Internship List

Postings from the Ecological Society of America, many different locations

A lot of opportunities are also posted on websites maintained by
American Zoo and Aquarium Association
Environmental Careers Organization
Long Term Ecological Research Network
Ornithological Societies of North America (jobs & internships)
Society for Conservation Biology (jobs & internships)
Society for Ecological Restoration
The US Fish & Wildlife Service

University of Georgia Warnell School of Forest Resources
U.S. Geological Survey

2010 Sam Walton Community Scholarship - Deadline: January 29, 2010

Each operating Wal-Mart Store, SAM'S CLUB and Walmart's grocery stores are eligible to award one $3,000 scholarships to qualifying local high school seniors. Students must be graduating high school seniors and must not be an Associate of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., or be the child/dependent of an Associate of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. This award is used for the student's freshman year tuition, books, fees and on-campus room and board at an approved, accredited U.S. college or university.


Sam Walton COMMUNITY Scholarship
$3,000 (one-time, non-renewable)

Sam Walton Community Scholarship

Apply here

Access key: SWCS

Application deadline: Your application must be postmarked by January 31.

Take the time to have a plan of which Walmart/Sam location you want to apply. One location per applicant. In 2005 Debra Westbook's daugther and my daughter came up with a plan and was a recipient of the scholarship.

Class of 2010 -- College Preparation Updates

The Common Application Overview
The Common Application process is becoming popular for students applying for college. There are about 255 common application members of colleges and universities. Many students who are applying to various colleges and don¡¦t want to keep creating duplication of information, difference essays, short answers, etc are using the process.

Common Application

The Common Black Application Overview

EDU, Inc. has been developed to augment the recruitment efforts of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and to increase the number of educational opportunities for students nationwide. Complete the EDU, Inc. Online Common Black College Application and have it delivered to all 34 Member Institutions below for only $35. All Member Institutions have agreed to waive their application fee.

Common Black Application

FAFSA Process Starts on January 2nd

January 2nd s the start date for applying for the FAFSA for the 2009-2010 college school year.

FAFSA Process

Tennessee College Goal Sunday -- February, 2010

What is College Goal Sunday? College Goal Sunday is a non-profit program that provides free information and assistance to Tennessee families applying for financial assistance for higher education. College Goal Sunday mobilizes financial aid professionals from Tennessee colleges, universities, career colleges, and technology centers to help families of college-bound students complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the federally required form for students seeking financial aid, including grants, scholarships, and loans, throughout US.

The Dell Scholars Program Class of 2010 -- Deadline: January 15, 2010




While many students dream of obtaining a college degree, life sometimes gets in the way, particularly for those dealing with personal responsibilities at home or in their communities. The Dell Scholars college scholarship program, an initiative of the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, recognizes students who have overcome significant obstacles to pursue their educations. In turn, these scholars serve as positive role models and change the trajectories for their siblings, friends and communities.

Dell awards 250 scholarships annually and since 2004, have provided students with $19 million in college scholarships. The Dell Scholars Program places greater emphasis on a student’s determination to succeed than just academic record and test scores. Several studies have shown that completing rigorous academic curriculums in high school may help students overcome socioeconomic disadvantages. committee.







SMEDP - Summer Medical Dental Educational Program - Deadline: March 1, 2010

SMDEP is a free (full tuition, housing, and meals) six-week summer medical and dental school preparatory program that offers eligible students intensive and personalized medical and dental school preparation.

Click URL below to see eligibility requirements:
Who's Eligible?

To apply click URL below:
Apply Now

Click URL to get a list of Program sites:
Program Sites

The SMDEP will be offering travel scholarships for students meeting the guideline qualifications. The deadline for application is on March 1, 2010 by 5:00 pm (EST). Scholarships must be completed in order to apply. Click below for details:

Travel Scholarship Information
(SMDEP Travel Scholarship: Application Available: December 1, 2009)

Saturday, October 31, 2009

I am Now on FaceBook -- Please Join Me!!!


Guys, to get all the recent updates and happenings on my blog, please join me on facebook at http://www.facebook.com/inspire12 or do a search of my email id at callieherd@yahoo.com.


Looking forward to connecting with you.

Friday, October 30, 2009

2010 Summer Program and Internship Opportunites - Deadlines: Various

Minority & Underrepresented Students


2010 Summer Programs and Internships Opportunites


Now is the time to start considering Summer Internship Programs. Many of the Coops/Internships are paid unless denoted in the description.

Please click the link below for Summer Programs or Internships across the country:

OPPORTUNTIES

Many of the summer programs deadline dates are in January and February. Read each program for exact deadline date.

As always, share with others

2009 National Black Pre-Law Admissions & Preparation Conference and Law Fair - Apply Now

Registration deadline is: October 30, 2009 -- Apply Now!!!








Friday, November 6, 2009
(Law School Recruitment Fair, Icebreakers, Speakers, Workshops Sessions & Panel Discussions, and An All-Black Affair)
and


Saturday, November 7, 2009
(Icebreakers, Speakers, Workshop Sessions & Panel Discussions, Law School Admissions & Preparation Clinic and LSAT Information Session/Diagnostic LSAT, Fifth Anniversary Celebration Reception, and A Chocolate Affair)


University of Houston Downtown (Law Fair)


Registration is required

Thursday, October 29, 2009

2010 HATTILOO FAITH-BASED PLAYWRITING CONTEST -- Deadline: December 18, 2009 by 1:00 pm CST

LET HATTILOO PUT YOUR WORK ON CENTER STAGE

Contest Guidelines:
Hattiloo Faith-Based Playwriting Contest is open to all current and former residents of Shelby County, TN and immediate surrounding counties who are 18 years or older. Scripts must be:
Focused on the African-American experience from a faith-based perspective
Full-length (1-hour 20-minute read)
Submitted in English
Contain no more than 6 principal characters
Submitted as an unbound hard copy (3 copies)
No musicals or adaptations.
Unpublished original work only Scripts will not be returned.
Download Application and Instructions (click link to retrieve)

DUE: December 18th, 2009, 1:00p.m.
The winner will be announced in February 2010.

2010 Imagine Cup Student Technology Competition -- Register Now

The 2010 World Finals: Warsaw, Poland in July, 2010.

Each year the Finals are held in a different city of the world. Past World Finals include Cairo, Egypt (2009), Paris, France (2008); Seoul, South Korea (2007); Delhi, India (2006); Yokohama, Japan (2005); Sao Paulo, Brazil (2004); and Barcelona, Spain (2003). The 2010 World Finals will be held in Warsaw, Poland in , 2010.

The world can't wait! Register now!

The 2010 Theme: “Imagine a world where technology helps solve the toughest problems.”

This is the theme for Imagine Cup 2010. Your mission, as a competitor, is to research, brainstorm, design, and develop potential solutions that address the toughest problems facing our world.

The United Nations has identified some of the hardest challenges in the world today in its Millennium Goals. This year the Imagine Cup uses these ambitious challenges as a guiding light to inspire change all over the world. Learn more about the eight Millennium Goals.

Click to view the Competition Overview

Read the various competition pages links below to view the deadline dates and instructions:










For more information please visit http://www.imaginecup.com/

Anita Borg Systers Pass-It-On Awards Application -- November 4, 2009


Application Deadline is 11:59 PM November 4, 2009 PST (UT-8)
Reference Letter Deadline is 5:00 PM November 11, 2009 PST (UT-8)

ALL DEADLINES ARE FIRM



The purpose of the SystersTM Pass-It-On Awards program is to assist women and girls in technology with small, targeted awards for specific activities or programs. Applicants must be women interested in computing-related technology and may apply for an award for themselves or a project of which they are a key member.

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

2009 The Moroney Awards for Scholarship in Postal History - Deadline: December 1, 2009

The United States Postal Service sponsors two annual prizes for scholarship on the history of the American postal system, the Rita Lloyd Moroney Awards. Scholarship by junior scholars (undergraduates and graduate students) is eligible for a $1,000 award; scholarship by senior scholars (faculty members, independent scholars, and public historians) is eligible for a $2,000 award. Prize winners may also have an opportunity to present their research in Washington, D.C.

Learn more about the program’s…

Mission

Eligibility

Selection Criteria

Deadline and Submission Procedure

March 2 Success Online Test Preparation - for Various Exams

March 2 Success is an on-line test preparation course that will provide help with taking standardized tests, and improve math, language arts and science skills.

March 2 Success will help students prepare for:

SAT/ACT college entrance test
State assessment or exit tests
Trade School entrance tests
Military entrance test
College placement tests
Applying for a job

Click link to view a demo of the March 2 Success.

March 2 Success (Click link to retrieve online test preparation course.)


The March 2 Success is developed by the U.S. Army.

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

2010 Pre-Medical Studies Students Co-Op/Internships: Deadlines: Various

Co-op/Internship Opportunities
for
Pre-Medical Studies Students
All co-ops/internships listed are PAID, unless otherwise indicated

The website has selected co-ops from the larger Biology & Biotechnology Co-op Opportunities on the Web website that meet any of the following criteria - 1. located in a medical or clinical setting, 2. located in a medical school or health science center, 3. has "biomedical" as a descriptor, 4. may be of particular interest to pre-med students.

In addition to the valuable experience and good pay that a Co-op or Internship will give you, very many of the Opportunities listed on this website also provide Travel Reimbursement, Housing and Meals. So, don't let concerns about living expenses or the location of an organization posted on this website prevent you from checking out an exciting and challenging Co-op or Internship position!! If travel support, housing and meals are provided, this information will almost always be included in the details about the Co-op or Internship that can be found by clicking on the co-op website next to the organization's name and location.

To view the list of co-ops/programs, click the link below:


Co-op/Internships

Monday, October 26, 2009

Gift to the Class of 2010 and Others

I want to make a special contribution to the "Class of 2010" and those that are currently preparing their child or children for college (9th-12th graders or younger) to give you a head start on the college preparation process. It is my goal that no child or parent is left behind in the college preparation process. It is important that parents/students learn the process properly and not wait years trying to catch up. The information I am providing is for any one wanting to prepare his or her child for college regardless of what age or race they might be.

I have a concern and passion for the African American group, because they need assistance with the process. I find that so many of them don't know the proper way to prepare for college. As with anything, we must take the time to teach properly and then allow experience to follow. In the end, "knowledge is power, if used properly."

Please click the link below to understand the college preparation process:

Gift to the Class of 2010 -- more

Also, check out the many scholarships and other opportunities on my the blog: Planning and Preparing for College (Scholarships, Internships, Etc). The blog is located at http://www.ctherd.blogspot.com.

As always, share this information with others.


Epsilon Phi Talent Hunt 2009 -- Deadline: November 6, 2009

Click Image to Apply
The purpose of this communication is to inform you about the annual Talent Hunt Competition hosted by the Epsilon Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. This year’s competition is scheduled for Nov. 14, 2009, 7:00pm at The National Civil Rights Museum (450 Mulberry Street,
Memphis, TN. 38103: 901-521-9699). This Annual competition provides exposure, encouragement
and financial assistance to talented young people in grades 9-12 who are active in the performing arts. Winners of the competition are awarded book scholarships, recognition for their talents, and an opportunity to compete on the District and National level.

University of Tennessee Knoxville -- Dates: Various

Volunteer Visits
UT Knoxville is coming to visit you! Whether you have already applied for admission to the entering Fall class of 2010 or are thinking about UT, we invite you to join us at a location near you for the latest information about campus programs, scholarships, and answers to your questions. As Tennessee's flagship public land grant university, we offer a great variety of academic and extracurricular programs that allow you to customize your college experience.

The receptions begin at 6:30 PM and will end at 8:00 PM.

The Memphis reception on Sunday, November 8 will begin at 3:00 PM and will end at 4:30.

The locations are listed below:
Monday, November 2 - Hunters Lane High School, Nashville
Monday, November 2 - Franklin Cool Springs Marriott, Franklin
Tuesday, November 3 - Bearden High School, Knoxville
Thursday, November 5 - Ooltewah High School, Chattanooga area
Sunday, November 8 - UT Health Sciences Center Student Center, Memphis (3:00-4:30)
Monday, November 9 - UT Visitors' Center, Knoxville
Tuesday, November 10 - Madison Academic High School, Jackson
Thursday, November 12 - Sullivan South High School, Kingsport-Tri Cities area



Please click http://www.utk.edu/volvisit/ to register.

Mercer Summer Internship -- Apply Now!!!

Mercer offers summer internship programs within several lines of business.

An internship at Mercer can give you a head start on your career. Program highlights include:

A paid internship within one of Mercer's key business segments at one of our locations across the US
A first-hand experience of life as an analyst at Mercer
A mentor to provide support and guidance
Job shadowing to learn more about other business segments and the work they do
Formal training activities, lunch-and-learns with leadership, and opportunities to enhance your presentation skills
Participation in Mercer's performance evaluation process
And, don’t forget FUN! You’ll get to know your colleagues and other interns through business and social events


How to apply


If we are scheduled to visit your campus, please follow the procedures established by your career center to request an interview. If we are not interviewing at your campus, please submit your resume on-line on the Apply Online page.

Each line of business and internship position has its own qualification criteria and requirements, specific to the position. However, all Mercer internships require that, to be eligible for consideration, candidates will have:



a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
availability to work 10-12 weeks during the summer
status as a currently enrolled student. If you have completed your degree, please consider Mercer’s other available career opportunities.
authorization to work in the United States. Please note that at this time, the company does not intend to offer this program under OPT or CPT or to sponsor work visas with respect to these positions.

Thursday, October 22, 2009

Op Loftbed $500 Scholarship Award


OP Loftbed $500 Scholarship Award

Thank you for your interest in the OP Loftbed $500 Scholarship Award! We are proud to be able to 'give something back' to the group that has made OP Loftbed the number one choice in loft beds by America's college students.


Winter 2010 Scholarship - Apply online now!

Impact Coalition



Founded in 1991, IMPACT Coalition is a non-profit educational organization that mentors inner city kids in New York and all around the U.S. using debate training; to help them improve their career opportunities, become informed citizens, and potentially earn big college scholarships just for doing so.

Since 2008 alone, IMPACT has helped connect students to scholarship opportunities valued at over $5 million just for debating. More than 150 colleges offer debate scholarships. Universities use urban debaters to diversity their entering classes with promising students from neighborhoods they cannot access normally.


Since 1991, over 5000 participants have attended IMPACT events and been featured on MTV, NPR, 60 Minutes, U.S. News & World Report, The NY Times, The Washington Post, The Chronicle of Higher Education, and countless others. Their program reach extends from 5th grade students at Bronx Prep to 5th year college seniors. When given the opportunity, kids living in the inner city faced with enormous challenges can achieve their highest aspirations. Seeing is believing. Debate delivers dreams.

If interested in checking out IMPACT or getting involved with helping kids reach their dreams, please go to IMPACTCOALITION.ORG or any of their pages on MySpace, Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube.

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

ESSAY CONTEST FOR TENNESSEE HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS - Deadline: December 4, 2009

In an effort to encourage students to become more financially literate, the Securities Division for the State of Tennessee, Department of Commerce and Insurance is sponsoring an essay contest for high school seniors in Tennessee. Through enforcement of the Tennessee Securities Act of 1980 to maintain the integrity of the securities market, the division also
promotes investor education and the prevention of fraud in the securities industry.

Click links below with essay topic and the contest rules:
2009-2010 High School Senior Essay Contest!

Rules
There will be two winners from each division of the state, East, Middle and West. First place winners will receive a $2,000.00 savings bond with second place awarded a $1,000.00 savings bond.

Deadline for entries is December 4, 2009.

Visit the website for additional information:
www.tn.gov/commerce/securities

2010 Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholar Program -- Deadline: December 4, 2009

PROGRAM

The Scholars Program brings talented African American, Latino, American Indian/Alaska Native, and Asian/Pacific Islander college seniors and recent graduates to Washington, D.C., where they are placed in Congressional offices and learn about health policy. Through the nine-week program (May 21- July 28, 2007), Scholars gain knowledge about federal legislative procedure and health policy issues, while further developing their critical thinking and leadership skills. In addition to gaining experience in a Congressional office, Scholars participate in seminars and site visits to augment their knowledge of health care issues, and write and present a health policy research memo.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Eligible candidates must be U.S. citizens who will be a senior or a recent graduate (a person who graduated in September 2008 or later) of an accredited U.S. college or university in the fall of 2010. Graduate students and individuals with an advanced degree are not eligible to apply. Successful applicants will show evidence of academic achievement and will demonstrate the following:Be a member of a population that is adversely affected by racial or ethnic disparities in health; and/or Have experience working in or with programs that address health issues disproportionately affecting racial and ethnic minorities or underserved communities (e.g. local health departments, community health centers, inner city/rural hospitals or organizations that conduct research on or develop policy related to health or healthcare disparities) or have done previous academic work (e.g. taken courses, written papers or participate in research projects) related to health disparities.

All application materials, including letters of recommendation, are due by 5 pm ET December 4, 2009.

Apply Now

Additional Information

2010 NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing! -- Deadline: November 15, 2009

Sponsored by Bank of America, the NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing recognizes young women at the high-school level for their computing-related achievements and interests. By generating visibility for these young women in their local communities, the NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing encourages their continued interest in computing, attracts the attention and support of educational and corporate institutions, and emphasizes at a personal level the importance of women's participation.

All US high school young women (grades 9-12) are invited to apply.
Each qualified national awardee will receive:* $500 in cash* a laptop computer, provided by Bank of America* a trip to attend the Bank of America Technology Showcase and Awards Ceremony, March 27, 2010, held in Charlotte, North Carolina* an engraved award for both the student and the student's school.


Apply now for the 2010 NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing!


The application is completed online and includes essay-style questions. Download the preparing your application checklist for all the information you will need to complete the application process. Applicants will have until November 15, 2009 to complete their applications.
Begin the Application Process or Log in to a Saved Application
Parents/Guardians & School Officials: Log In to endorse applications.
Submitted by Milt Haynes, founder of Blacks Gone Geek

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

2009-2010 National Co-op Scholarship Program -- Deadline: February 15, 2010


Google 2010 Anita Borg Scholarship - Deadline: February 6, 2008


The 2010 Google Anita Borg Scholarship will be awarded based on the strength of candidates' academic background and demonstrated leadership. A group of female undergraduate and graduate student finalists will be chosen from the applicant pool. The scholarship recipients will each receive a $10,000 scholarship for the 2010-2011 academic year. Remaining finalists will receive $1,000 each. All scholarship recipients and finalists will be invited to visit Google headquarters in Mountain View, California on June 25-28, 2009 for a networking retreat which will include workshops with a series of speakers, panelists, breakout sessions and social activities.

How to apply

Complete the online application and submit all required documents online. First-time users will be required to register and create an account.
All applications must be submitted online by February 1, 2010.

Citizens, permanent residents, and international students are eligible to apply. Past applicants and finalists are also encouraged to re-apply. If you have any questions, please email anitaborgscholars@google.com.

St. Jude Pediatric Oncology Education (POE) Program -- Deadline: February 1, 2010

The Pediatric Oncology Education program at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is funded by the National Institutes of Health / National Cancer Institute. The POE program offers a unique opportunity for students preparing for careers in the biomedical sciences, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, allied health, and veterinary medicine to gain biomedical and oncology research experience. The POE program provides a short-term training experience (internship) in either laboratory research or clinical research.

How to Apply (click the link)

POE Online Application (click the link)

Deadline

Qualified students may apply now for POE 2010. The deadline for receipt of ALL POE 2010 application materials is February 1, 2010. Items postmarked, faxed or emailed (letters only) no later than February 1, 2010 will be accepted. Early submission of credentials is encouraged, since students who apply late run a high risk of not getting all their credentials in by the deadline. We expect approximately 400 applicants for POE 2010, of whom we anticipate being able to accept 50-60.

Monday, October 19, 2009

The Black Star Projects Needs 50 Female Mentors for Robeson High School

115 Teenage Girls Are Either Expecting or Already Have Had Babies
at Robeson High School in Chicago

The Black Star Project is looking for 50 female mentors between the ages of 19 and 70 who will mentor 6th- 7th- and 8th-grade girls away from precocious sex, sexually transmitted diseases, abusive relationships and premature pregnancy. Please call 773.285.9600. Obviously, high school is too late. We need you NOW!!!
About one in seven girls at Robeson High School are pregnant. Officials say a variety of factors are to blame. It is a Chicago public school full of energy and spirit. It has about 800 girls, and 115 of them have something in common - something you might find disturbing. All those young ladies are moms or moms-to-be at Paul Robeson High School. It's not a school for young mothers, it's a neighborhood school. And all of the pregnancies have happened, despite prevention talk.
Why Did 1 in 7 High School Students Get Pregnant (click link to review the article)

Sunday, October 18, 2009

2010 Princeton University Summer Journalism Program: Deadline: February 5, 2019, 11:59 pm

The application for Summer 2010 is now available here. (click link to retrieve)

To view the 2009 Summer Journalism group's newsletter click here.

What is the Princeton University Summer Journalism Program?

We welcome about 20 high school students from low-income backgrounds every summer to Princeton's campus for an intensive, 10-day seminar on journalism. The program's goal is to diversify college and professional newsrooms by encouraging outstanding students from low-income backgrounds to pursue careers in journalism. All expenses, including students' travel costs to and from Princeton, are paid for by the program. Students who attend the program come from across the country. Bios of our students from this past summer can be found here.

Alumni reflections on the program can be found here.

Note: This program is for students from under-resourced financial backgrounds. If the combined income of the custodial parent(s)/guardian(s) plus child support payments, if any, exceeds $45,000 and a student still wishes to apply, he or she may attach a letter explaining why his or her family qualifies as financially under-resourced.

If you have questions, the best way to reach us is via email at sjp@princeton.edu. Please note that applications should be sent to sjpapplication@gmail.com, which is a GMAIL address. Questions should be sent to sjp@princeton.edu, which is a PRINCETON address.

All application materials—as well as additional information about the program—are available at www.princeton.edu/sjp.

We must receive your application by 11:59 p.m. ET on February 5, 2010. No extensions will be given for any reason.

A final word: We know that the process of applying to any selective program can be stressful, not to mention a lot of work—for students as well as their teachers. But, over the years, the students we have had come through our program have told us that, ultimately, the work they put into their application was worth it. And I can attest to this personally—since I am a graduate of the program.

Friday, October 16, 2009

Police Radio Dispatcher position -- Deadline: October 30, 2009

Job Title: Police Radio Dispatcher
Annual Salary: $40,630.20 - $52,231.40
Bi-weekly: $1,562.70 - $2,008.90

Brief Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
2. Must be a citizen of the United States.
3. Must not have been convicted of or pleaded guilty to or entered a plea of nolo contendere to any felony charge or to any violation of any federal or state laws or city ordinances relating to force, violence, theft, dishonesty, gambling, liquor or controlled substances.
4. For those who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States, type of release/discharge must be “honorable”.
5. High school graduate or equivalent; must type at least 25 words per minute typing score on tests designated by Personnel; must successfully pass a battery of psychological tests, a Structured Interview Board, reading test, and dispatch test; must have effective written and interpersonal skills; geographical knowledge of the City of Memphis is preferred; or any combination of experience or training which enables one to perform the essential job functions.

Additional Information (click link to retrieve)


How To Apply

Interested applicants must pick up an application packet from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday in the Employment Office, Rm 1B-33, City Hall, 125 N Main St. packet must be returned in person to the Police Training Academy between the dates of Wednesday, October 07, 2009 - Friday, October 30, 2009 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Monday, October 12, 2009

JPM Launching Leaders -- Deadline: Various

The Launching Leaders program gives talented Black, Hispanic and Native American students across the U.S. the chance to fulfill their ambitions and carve out an outstanding career with one of the world's leading innovators in banking and business. Launching Leaders is about recognizing and rewarding exceptional students - people with unique experiences and diverse backgrounds. It is a fundamental part of strengthening our global business capabilities.




Whether you're an undergraduate or MBA student, we have opportunities for you that can help launch your career in global finance:


For undergraduate students we offer the J.P. Morgan Launching Leaders Experience and the J.P. Morgan Launching Leaders Undergraduate Scholarship
Application deadline: October 15, 2009

For MBA candidates, we offer the J.P. Morgan Launching Leaders MBA Scholarship
Application deadline: November 2, 2009

Sunday, October 11, 2009

Big Ten @ Southwest Community College -- Various Dates

Levi Frazier is directing "Big Ten" at Southwest Tennessee Community College. The play is about a young man who is an All-American football player in college, hurts his leg and comes back home dejected. To make matters worse his best friend senses his vulnerability and tries to help him- by getting him involved in selling drugs.

Big Ten speaks loudly about education, more specifically about the importance of not only going to college but staying in college. It also talks about sports, family and a myriad of other topics that both parents and students are interested in.

The show opens November 12 and runs through Nov 15 and it is free. WMC News Channel 5's Ben Watson will moderate the panel discussion after the November 13th 12:30pm show.

Performance dates:

Thursday, Nov. 12th 8pm, Friday, Nov. 13th 12:30pm, Saturday Nov. 14th 8pm, and Sunday Nov. 15th 3:30pm

Performance location:

Southwest Tennessee Community College-Union Campus, VS 113 (Just north of the gymnasium)

Coca-Cola Scholarships -- Apply Now

Parents, in order to ensure that your son or daughter search for scholarships are successful, please work with your child and may sure that they have apply correctly. Sometimes it mean that we as parents will have to help fill out theses applications/scholarship forms while they write the essays. This is a we effort and the more you put into it the more the child will get out of it.

Apply online at www.coca-colascholars.org before October 31

Instructions for completing the Coca-Cola Scholars Program Application: Application Instructions

Eligibility Requirements (click link to retreive)

Saturday, October 10, 2009

The Vanguard Scholarship Program -- Deadline: November 30, 2009

The Vanguard Scholarship Program provides merit-based scholarships of up to $10,000 to minority students pursuing studies in business, finance, economics, accounting, information technology, or the liberal arts. To be considered, you must:

Be entering your senior year of college in fall 2010.
Be a member of a racial minority.
Be enrolled full-time in a four-year accredited college or university in the United States.
Be pursuing studies in business, finance, economics, accounting, information technology, or the liberal arts.
Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States.

The program's goal is to remove financial barriers for students who demonstrate academic excellence and leadership potential. Recipients will be required to report other awards granted and supply their school's financial aid award letters. Scholarship checks are sent directly to your home address, made payable to the school on your behalf. Your scholarship can be used for tuition, fees, books, and supplies.

GUIDELINES

APPLICATION (click link)

Application deadline is November 30, 2009.

The APTR-ODPHP Fellowship Program is now accepting applications -- Deadline: October 16, 2009

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID),part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is excited toannounce the opening of the application for the 2010 Intramural NIAIDResearch Opportunities (INRO) program.

The INRO program is intendedfor students who are from populations underrepresented in biomedicalresearch who are interested in exploring career opportunities in theareas of allergy, immunology, and infectious diseases.INRO participants will have the opportunity to:• Hear scientific lectures from prominent scientists.• Interview with scientists for potential research training positionsat the Institute's Maryland and Montana laboratories.• Tour Institute laboratories and see the state-of-the-science technologies.

The 4-day exploratory program takes place on the NIH campus inBethesda, MD, February 1–4, 2010. NIAID will pay all expenses fortravel, hotel accommodations, and meals.

Candidates who are a full-time college-level junior or senior, medical school student, or doctoral candidate, attending a 4-year accreditedU.S. college or university, and from a population underrepresented inthe biomedical sciences are eligible for this program.

Applications deadline is: October 16, 2009 October 16 - Midnight, Eastern

Apply Now (click the link)

Association For Prevention Teaching and Research

The APTR-ODPHP Fellowship Program is now accepting applications for
four (4) new fellowship positions!

· Two (2) Community Strategies Fellowships
· One (1) Prevention Science Fellowship
· One (1) Healthy People Communication Fellowship

For more information and to download an application package, click here.

Questions? Email us at: training@aptrweb.org

Monday, October 05, 2009

Upcoming College Fairs

Please share Upcoming College Fairs:


AgriCenter College Fair -- October 19, 2009 @ 6 pm - 7 pm

University of Memphis College Fair - TBA

University of Memphis Multicultural Enrichment Day - TBA

Ole Miss -- UM Student for a Day — Starts September 21, 2009 (
Register Now)

College Goal Sunday (National)

College goal Sundy Memphis -- Sunday, February 22, 2009 from 2 pm - 4 pm

Program website:
http://www.tn.gov/collegegoalsunday

UT Chattanooga Fall Visit -- November 21, 2009

Fall Visit Day
Saturday, November 21, 2009 ~ Open to all prospects ~Parents are also invited


Discover firsthand one of Tennessee's best kept secrets, Univesity of Tennessee Chattanooga (UTC). Fall Visit Day will allow you and your family the chance to:

tour the campus
meet with faculty in your academic area of interest
learn about the admissions, financial aid, and housing process talk
with student organizations about how to get involved on campus view all of
UTC's residence halls at one time
Register Fall Visit Now (click link)

Friday, October 02, 2009

Bendix Scholarship -- Deadline: December 1, 2009

Bendix
The Passion That Drives You
Scholarship


Are you passionate about cars and automotive technology? The people at Bendix Brakes are and that’s why they are giving away eight scholarships worth $2,500 for anyone over 18 interested in turning their passion into a career! Enter the contest now for your chance to win.


Register (click link)

Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Voice of Democracy Entry Deadline - November 1 -- Deadline: November 1st

Voice of Democracy Entry Deadline - November 1

2009-2010 Theme"Does America Still Have Heroes?"

Patriots' Pen Youth Essay-November 1(Click on appropriate link to find out more about each program.)
Created in 1947, the Voice of Democracy (VOD) scholarship program is an audio-essay contest for high school students in grades 9-12 that annually provides more than $3 million in scholarships. The first-place winner, who competes with all the first-place VFW Department winners, receives a $30,000 scholarship that is paid directly to the recipient’s American university, college or vocational/technical school.Besides competing for the top scholarship prize, as well as other national scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $16,000, each Department's first-place winner receives an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C., March 6-10, 2010, sponsored by Target.

How to Enter: Students can enter by submitting the required entry form, along with their essay and recording to a local VFW Post. To find a post in your area, click here or look in the white pages of your local phone directory.

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

NIDDK StepUp -- Deadline: February 15, 2010




NIDDK Short-term Education Program for Underrepresented Persons

(STEP-UP)

High School Program

PLEASE NOTE: The application deadline is February 15, 2010. No applications will accepted after this date.

Program Purpose:

The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disease’s STEP-UP Program is designed to provide short-term research education for high school students from racial and ethnic minority or disadvantaged backgrounds to expose them to research within the mission area of NIDDK.

The Program exposes students to research in areas of diabetes, endocrinology, metabolism, nutrition, obesity, digestive, liver, urologic, kidney, and hematologic diseases.

The Program provides support for 8 full-time consecutive weeks of basic or clinical research education and training during the summer provided by experienced faculty currently active in research related to the mission of NIDDK.

Additional Information and how to apply (click link)


Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated Scholarships -- Deadline: Various

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated
National Educational Foundation

SCHOLARSHIP/FELLOWSHIP

DESCRIPTIONS AND APPLICATION (click link)

"Deadlines are various"

Applications are accepted between September 1 and February 1, preceding the academic year. Applications must be received
no later than February 1. Award recipients, only, will be notified, no later than August 15, of the Foundation's actions. Requests
for copies of the scholarship application form are accepted only during the period September 1 – December 15.

St Jude Children Research Hospital Internships -- Deadline: November 6, 2009

The Volunteer Services department offers one paid internship each semester. Academic non-paid internships are also offered. Interns gain a well-rounded experience in many areas, including: coordinating and implementing programs and events, writing for newsletters and other print pieces, motivating and supervising volunteers, customer service, general office management, and exposure in a hospital setting.

How to apply

Applications are now being accepted for our paid internship for Spring 2010. Cover letter and resumes must be received by Friday, November 6, 2009.

St Jude is accepting applications for academic non-paid intern positions for all semesters. Academic non-paid interns get 10 or more hours a week.


2010 Youth Servant Leadership Oratorical Contest -- Deadline: December 11, 2009


MIFA's fifth annual oratorical contest challenges teens

Each year, students in the Memphis area are invited to participate in MIFA's Youth Servant Leadership Oratorical Contest, which is held in honor of the profound oratorical legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Students are invited to submit brief speeches in response to the year's theme. This year, the deadline for submissions is December 11, 2009, and the theme is "Something Good in Memphis: My Blueprint for Service."

Application materials include:

  • Letter of recommendation
  • Typed, double-spaced essay in Microsoft Word
  • Transcript or last report card

Students must:

  • Be currently enrolled in and attending public school in Memphis/Shelby County
  • Be between the ages of 14 and 18 as of December 31, 2009
  • Have at least a 2.5 grade point average
  • Submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, faith leader, or employer

Download the complete information packet and application or review tips for the contest. If you are interested in being a mentor, review the qualifications here.


For more information, contact Carlos U. Royston at (901) - 529-4557.

Additional Information and last year's winning essay.

Sunday, September 27, 2009

Navy Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) - Scholarships



Receive Full Tuition, Book Stipend, Extra Cash and More...



N R O T C S C H O L A R S H I P S





The NROTC Program was established to educate and train qualified young men and women for service as commissioned officers in the unrestricted line for the Navy or Marine Corps. Selected applicants for the NROTC Scholarship Program are awarded scholarships through a highly competitive national selection process, and receive full tuition, books stipend, educational fees and other financial benefits at many of the country's leading colleges and universities. Upon graduation, midshipmen are commissioned as officers in the United States Navy or Marine Corps. Full information concerning the NROTC Scholarship Program is available from any of the colleges and universities with NROTC units or from Navy and Marine Corps recruiters. 1-800-NAV-ROTC.


Selected applicants for the NROTC Scholarship Program are awarded scholarships through a highly competitive national selection process, and receive full tuition, books stipend, educational fees and other financial benefits at many of the country's leading colleges and universities. Upon graduation, midshipmen are commissioned as officers in the United States Navy or Marine Corps.



Requirements (click link to view online)

Colleges/Universities NROTC Units (click link to view online)

NROTC Brochure (click link to view online)

To Start An Application:

Apply

Full information concerning the NROTC Scholarship Program is available from any of the colleges and universities with NROTC units or from Navy and Marine Corps recruiters, visit:
NROTC.

Student that applies for the 4 year National NROTC Scholarship can attendany college that has a NROTC Unit or a cross town school. Any student that receives a HBCU NROTC Scholarship must attend the following HBCU: (The schools must have a NROTC Unit or cross town.)

Allen University, Clark Atlanta University, Dillard University, Florida A&M University, Hampton University, Howard University, Huston-Tillotson University, Morehouse College, Norfolk State University, Prairie View A&M University, Savannah State College, Southern University, Southern A&M University, Tennessee State University Texas Southern University, Tuskegee University, Spelman College and Xavier University

70 African American Students Received a 4 year National NROTC Scholarships for 2008. Over 200 African Americans received HBCU 4 yr NROTC Scholarships. In 2009, 129 African American Students Received a 4 year National NROTC Scholarships.

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

EDFUND (Fund Your Future Workbook"

EDFUND has created "Fund Your Future Workbook" that is a good tool for high school seniors/parents to use as a guide to get information related to preparing for college. Please click the link below to retrieve the workbook:

EdFund Workbook

Please note that there are other guides, but you can use this as a resource.


Who is EDFUND?

EDFUND is one of the nation's leading providers of student loan services under the Federal Family Education Loan Program. We process $7.8 billion a year in federal student loans and administer an outstanding loan portfolio worth more than $26 billion.

Hertz Fellowships -- Process Starts August 15, 2009


How to Apply



The Hertz Foundation Fellowship application will be available for the academic year 2010-2011 by August 15, 2009. You can create a log in and password to view last year's application and access the new application when it becomes available, but please DO NOT enter in any additional information on last year's 2009-2010 application. It will not be ported over to the new application when it becomes available.
Deadline for submission is October 30, 2009 - 11:59pm, Pacific Time.
Reference Reports must be received by the Foundation by Monday, November 2, 2009.

To access the Fannie and John Hertz Foundation Graduate Fellowship Electronic Application.

Once you have initiated your application, be sure to bookmark this location in your Web browser

Eligibility

Fields of Study

College seniors wishing to pursue the Ph.D. degree in any of the fields of particular interest to the Foundation, as well as graduate students already in the process of doing so, may apply.

Saturday, September 12, 2009

Best College Blogs to Subscribe to


Submitted by: By: Elizabeth Kudner

Although I think the myUsearch blog is the best blog in the world (duh), I read several other blogs on a regular basis and many of them are quite good. I’ve decided to put together a list of my favorite blogs that I thought you might enjoy as well. Note: I’ve read through so many blogs, it’s possible I’ve forgotten to mention some of the best. If any of your favorite blogs aren’t mentioned, please leave a comment.

My Methodology:

There is nothing scientific about the way I chose these blogs, they are just a list of blogs I subscribe to. Important: There are a ton of other college-related sites that are worth a visit, but this is a list of blogs worth subscribing to. That means they provide consistently good content on a regular basis in a blog format.

Best Scholarship Blog: I think the best scholarship blog to subscribe to is Callie Herd’s Planning and Preparing for College (Scholarships & Internships, etc.). Callie has a ton of resources on her site (especially for minority students) and she lists upcoming scholarships and deadlines that are actually worth applying to. Subscribing to her blog is a great way to sift through the thousands of scholarships out there.

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2010 Summer Internship Positions -- Application Process Begins in Fall

Many College Students ask the questions: When do I start applying for Summer Internships positions? Many companies/coporations througout the United States start in September and the process ends by either November or December. There are many opportunites be it Information Systems, Web, Business or etc. I have a section on my blog entitled Internships. In the section is various links on companies/organizations that have internship programs. Some of the internships are being accepted now and others start in September.

Many companies/corporations are using internships to lead to a permanent job positions. Some of the advantages of Internship is that you get real projects and it provides you experience or on-the-job training.

Just a reminder that althought it says 2009 and it is now 2008, many of the internships will be completed by December and if a student starts looking in January the major ones will be closed.

As always share this posting with others in order for them to prosper.

Friday, September 11, 2009

The National Security Agency (NSA) Summer Positions -- Deadline: Various

The National Security Agency

The people of NSA protect the Nation through their ideas, talents, and skills.

If you are a U.S. citizen and are interested in working for NSA, start by reviewing each of our career field descriptions to find which career path you would like to pursue. Then conduct a job search to look for current openings.

NSA Careers Opportunities (click link to retrieve)

How to Apply

2010 TN Governor's Schools -- Application Accepted Now

The State of Tennessee provides twelve summer programs for gifted and talented high school students. These programs provide challenging and intensive learning experiences in these disciplines: Arts, Humanities, International Studies, Engineering, Science, Prospective Teachers, Scientific Exploration of Tennessee Heritage, Information Technology Leadership, and Agricultural Science. Three new programs beginning in 2008 are Computational Physics, Emerging Technologies, and Scientific Models and Data Analysis.

Applications are being accepted now. Deadline for all schools except for Art is November 25, 2009. Art school deadline is on November 6, 2009.

Governors Schools will be hosted at the following (click the links to retrieve application):

AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES - UT Martin
ARTS - MTSU
COMPUTATIONAL PHYSICS - Austin Peay State University
EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES - TN Technological University - Cookeville
ENGINEERING - UT Knoxville
HUMANITIES - UT Martin
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY LEADERSHIP - TN TECH - Cookeville INTERNATIONAL STUDIES - University of Memphis
PROSPECTIVE TEACHERS - UT Chattanooga
SCIENCES - UT Knoxville
SCIENTIFIC EXPLORATION OF TENNESSEE HERITAGE - ETSU
SCIENTIFIC MODELS AND DATA ANALYSIS - East Tennessee State University

The Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS ) - Deadline: January 11, 2010 at 11:59 est

The Gates Millennium Scholars 2010 Nomination Process has launched. The submission deadline is January 11, 2010 (11:59 p.m. EST).

In order to be eligible to be considered for the GMS scholarship, all three forms must be submitted by the deadline.

1. Nominee Form (student application)
2. Nominator Form
3. Recommender Form

All three forms are linked by the student registration identification number. The student's registration identification number is a combination of their five digit zip code and the last four digits of their preferred phone number.

Click here to access the GMS Scholarship application.

Paper Application Forms

Thursday, September 10, 2009

SWS Diversity Program Undergraduate Mentoring Awards - Deadline: December 4, 2009

The Society of Wetland Scientists (SWS), established in 1980 to foster the exchange of information related to wetlands and with members from academic, government, and private consulting sectors, is proud to present NSF-funded opportunities that provide travel awards and career mentoring for underrepresented undergraduate students at our annual meeting. The goal is to introduce underrepresented students to career opportunities in wetland science. Funding is also provided by several SWS Chapters (Mid-Atlantic, South Atlantic, South Central, North Central, Western, and Pacific Northwest)

The Society brings the students to our national meeting and matches them with mentors for the duration of the meeting. Our goal is to increase minority participation in wetland science fields. I am asking you to encourage qualified students to apply. This is an exciting opportunity for these students. The areas of interest of the student participants range from freshwater to marine and involve a wide variety of organism types.


A poster presentation will enhance a student’s application but is not required. Spring 2010 graduates are eligible. We had excellent participants at our previous meetings in Seattle, Charleston, Cairns, Australia, Sacramento, Washington, DC, and Madison, Wisconsin. Our meeting this coming year is June 27 - July 2, 2010 in Salt Lake City, Utah.


We cover all of the students’ travel expenses associated with the meeting. (including airfare, hotel room, meals, and conference fees) Please use the attached poster and application materials to spread the word about this opportunity.
For Undergraduate Applicants:
Travel Award Announcement
Travel Award Application [PDF]
Volunteer to be a Mentor! [details]

Additional information can be found on our web page (http://www.sws.org/mentoring.mgi). The deadline for applications this year is December 4, 2009.

Thursday, September 03, 2009

University of Tennessee -- Tennessee Promise Scholarship




The Tennessee Promise Scholarship program is the only one of its kind in the state. Beginning fall 2007 any student who is admitted and enrolls at the University of Tennessee from one of the eligible high schools listed below will receive a scholarship valued at up to $5,800 per year. The Promise Scholarship, combined with the HOPE and other university scholarships, will provide funds, at minimum, to cover tuition and fees for up to four years (eight semesters) on the Knoxville campus.

The Tennessee Promise Scholarship reaffirms the University’s commitment to diversity and access by its plan to serve students from certain high schools who may not have considered enrolling at the state’s premier public university. Eligible high schools were selected because many of the students face barriers to college enrollment. We have approached the selection process for schools whose students will receive the Promise Scholarship by examining many factors, including the enrollment patterns of students at the University, the number of low income households in the high school area, the lack of a college-going culture at home, and student academic preparation including on-time graduation rates and proficiency on the Gateway examinations in English II and Algebra I.

Although no scholarship application is required for this guaranteed award, the following must be satisfied to qualify:
Apply for admissions as a first-time, first-year entering freshman by December 1
Be a Tennessee resident
Graduate from a Tennessee Promise high school (click here to view list of schools)
Submit FAFSA prior to March 1
Enroll as a full-time student

Click Here to read additional information on the Tennessee Promise Scholarship

Urgent -- University of Tennessee New Regular Admissions Deadline: December 1, 2008

Please update your calendar to reflect that University of Tennessee has a new deadline for their Fall 2010 registration. The new deadline date is: December 1st. The latest standardized test we will accept by Dec. 1st.

Applying to UT Dates & Deadlines


November 1st:


» The deadline for competitive scholarship application for freshman applicants,
» The application deadline for the Chancellor's Honors Program, and

Apply

Residency Classification

Admission Requirements

Special circumstances? We give you the opportunity to enclose (with your application) an optional personal statement addressing special circumstances that high school transcripts do not reflect. You may also choose to include a resume or list of activities.


-Undergraduate Admissions

http://admissions.utk.edu/undergraduate/

-Make sure you sign up for our “Application Status Report” on the website below

Status

-Financial Aid

http://web.utk.edu/~finaid/

-Honors

http://www.utk.edu/honors

-Students who want “Suite” housing should apply now as assignments are made on “1st apply 1st assigned” basis & housing has informed me that single rooms are available for fall ’09 freshmen who would like to pay the additional amount

http://uthousing.utk.edu

-Here’s a website that displays just a few things that we’re proud of at UT:

http://www.utk.edu/features/rankings.shtml

Fee Waiver request from Guidance Counselors

Qualify for free/reduced lunch program
Only works with a paper application
3 ways to provide the validation
On high school letterhead with signature
Emailed from high school official
Faxed letter from school official
May provide us with a list of applicants
May send individual letter with application

Contact Charlie Folsom through the link below:

http://admissions.utk.edu/undergraduate/contact/folsom.shtml



Wednesday, September 02, 2009

Call Me Mister Program


The Call Me MISTER program is an effort to address the critical shortage of African American male teachers particularly among South Carolina's lowest performing schools. Program participants are selected from among under-served, socio-economically disadvantaged and educationally at-risk communities.

How to Apply

Complete the Call Me MISTER online application

Participating Colleges

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

The Institute for Responsible Citizenship Internships

The Institute for Responsible Citizenship is an intensive leadership program for America’s best and brightest African-American male college students. Our mission is to prepare men to be exemplary citizens and leaders. We inspire them to pursue extraordinary career success, not simply for their benefit, but as a platform from which they can serve others.

We are currently accepting applications for our 2009-2010 programs. The Institute operates programs in Washington.

Download Application (click link)

See the call for applications

Monday, August 24, 2009

2009 The College Expo - New York, NY -- Saturday, October 24, 2009

(Next Tour is scheduled for Saturday,October 24th 2009 from 9 am - 6 pm (9 am - 4 pm - StepShow 4 pm to 6 pm} in New York, NY.)


The event is open to students from 12 and older. The event will allow you to get an edge on Life. Don't Miss It!

Students/Parents get the opportunity to meet with lots of Historical Black Colleges and Universities!

Seniors should bring their Official Transcripts, SAT and/or ACT scores and 3 letters of recommendation to possibly get accepted "on the spot".

The Expo will offer Free Seminars (Preparing for College, Hot Careers and More!

There will also be Career Recruitment Opportunites!

To obtain additional information, visit:

The College Expo

Thursday, August 20, 2009

2009 National Black Pre-MBA -- Apply Now!!!


The First Annual National Black Pre-MBA

Conference and Business School Recruitment Fair 2009
Friday, November 6, 2009 – Saturday, November 7, 2009
The University of Houston - Downtown
Main Building * One Main Street * Houston, Texas

The nation’s premier information-sharing and networking empowerment event for current and aspiring Black entrepreneurs and business professionals interested in graduate business education

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Association Women in Aviation Maintenance Scholarships & Awards 2010

There are many diverse skills in the field of Aviation Maintenance & Technology. The following unique scholarship
opportunities are not just for students and many, unless otherwise stated, are not just for women. Review each one and
find something that fits YOU and where you are going in this exciting field. AWAM membership is a must.

Applicants associated with the scholarship and award sponsor organizations are NOT restricted from participation. Use the AWAM Scholarship checklist, included in this package, to complete your application.

Assistance with the application process is available from AWAM scholarship mentors via scholarships@awam.org.

Download Applications for Scholarships (click link to retrieve)

Applications must be postmarked by November 21, 2009.

Microsoft's Universities and MBA Internships

Below is the URL for information on how to apply for the Microsoft students attending Universities and MBA Schools:

Internships

Tuesday, August 18, 2009

The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards -- Deadline: 11/2/09

The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards honor young people in middle level and high school grades for outstanding volunteer service to their communities. Created in 1995 by Prudential Financial in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP), the awards constitute the United States' largest youth recognition program based solely on volunteering. Over the past 11 years, the program has honored more than 70,000 young volunteers at the local, state and national level.

How to Apply.

The deadline is November 2, 2009.

Monday, August 17, 2009

CVS/Pharmacy Interships

Join CVS Caremark and we will reward you with an extraordinary opportunity and professional development that only the nation's largest pharmacy retailer can provide. To be considered for the CVS/pharmacy internship program, you must be actively enrolled in one of your professional years of pharmacy school.

Additional Information and Application Process

CSA Rent/Mortgage Asistance -- Any Wednesday

With the availability of federal Stimulus funding, Shelby County CSA is
again taking applications for its rent/mortgage assistance program.

Applicants must be Shelby County residents, meet income guidelines, have
an unexpected loss of income or crisis that cause major expense within
the last 90 days, demonstrate ability to pay the next month's rent or
mortgage, have at least one adult household member who is a US citizen,
and not have received rent/mortgage assistance from Shelby County CSA in
the past two years. Allowable household income is higher than in the
past, meaning more households may be eligible. The citizenship
requirement (of at least one adult in the household) is a new
requirement.

Applicants should call 523-7551 any Wednesday beginning at 8:00 AM for a
screening appointment.

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Augustus F. Hawkins Scholarship -- Deadline: February 1, 2010

Click Here for Nominee & Nominator Application

All application materials must be postmarked on or before February 1, 2010.

Scholarship Information

The Scholarship will be given to post-secondary African-American Students who are enrolled full-time pursuing an Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Doctoral Degree. Nominees must show demonstrated leadership qualities, maintain high academic achievement, serve as a role model for other students, and show creativity in commitment in the following areas:

) Promoting an understanding and appreciation of African-American culture in an educational setting;
2) Demonstrating positive, active leadership in student affairs;
3) Demonstrating or encouraging student involvement in educational/Community activities; and
4) Achieving his/her educational goals and objectives.
Additional Information

Thursday, July 09, 2009

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS for Undergraduate and Graduate Students -- Deadline July 31, 2009

The Fulbright Commission is accepting applications for scholarships that may be offered under the Cyprus-America Scholarship Program (CASP) for undergraduate and the Traditional Fulbright Scholarship Program for graduate studies at American universities beginning in the fall of 2007. In memory of Evie Sofianou, two awards under CASP will be given to two distinguished grantees and will carry increased benefits. In addition, under the Terms and Conditions of the Traditional Fulbright Scholarship Program, one scholar will be nominated as the Fulbright-Universal Life scholar. All the awards offered are subject to availability of funds.

Scholarships for Bachelor's and Master's Degree studies in the U.S. starting in fall 2010

Students interested in applying must take required tests now!

Test Preparation Classes For US Standardized Tests

Scholarships For Bachelor's & Master's Degree Study in the U.S. for Cypriots

Scholarships for Master's Degree*

Instructions & Application / Summary Sheet for Master's degree applicants:

Graduate Application Graduate Summary Sheet (required)

Graduate Sample Summary Sheet

Sunday, May 31, 2009

How to Get College Athletic Scholarships?

WHAT COLLEGE COACHES NEED TO KNOW ABOUT YOU

The Athletic Scholarships Page lists colleges and universities, by state, in alphabetical order. After the name of each college or university, you will find two links; one to the intercollegiate athletics page of the college or university, another to either an online questionnaire to submit to coaches or a website with coaches' email addresses. In some instances, you will find both an online student-athlete questionnaire and a list of coaches' email addresses.

Most online student-athlete questionnaires are very straightforward. All you'll need to do is provide the information called for as completely and accurately as possible.

If you use a coach's email address to send him or her an email, we recommend that you:

  • do not contact coaches before the beginning of your junior year.

  • address the coach by name

  • use the name of the college or university when expressing your interest

  • include, in resume form, your complete name, postal address, area code and telephone number, email address, high school name with complete address, year of high school graduation, prospective college major field of study, your position(s) or event(s), your years of junior varsity and varsity experience, your relevant statistics, academic/athletic/community service awards and honors won, and your current coach's name and full contact information.

  • provide information about your GPA, ACT or SAT scores, and any honors, gifted, or AP courses you have taken or plan to take.

  • include a statement about the level at which your current coach believes you have the ability to compete (Division I, Division II, etc.). Even better, if your coach believes you can compete at the college or university in question, say so (but avoid sounding "cocky").

  • offer to provide complete statistics and film (if available).

  • offer to provide a schedule of your games or meets.

  • thank the coach for his or her consideration.

  • check your grammar and spelling carefully.

  • offer to provide recommendations and academic credentials.

  • save and send the email again if you have no response within a month.

If you receive no response to your second email or online questionnaire submission, you might want to try postal mail. Not everyone is comfortable with email, and technical difficulties sometimes prevent online questionnaires and emails from reaching their intended recipients.

Many coaches hear from hundreds or even thousands of students each year who are looking for athletic scholarships and/or an opportunity to compete in intercollegiate athletics. As a result, it is important that you communicate effectively with coaches, and understand that it may take some time before you receive a response from them.

ES



NAIA - National Association Intercollegiate Athletic

National Junior College Athletic Association

Additional Information

Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Shelby County Winter Weatherization Program -- Apply Now!!!

Shelby County has money to weatherize your home. It is a income based program and I am asking if you know someone that could benefit from this program to call them and give them the number to call and set up an appt. They will fix windows, doors, stoves, central heating /air and attic insulation They will even put in a refrigator.

Even if you make too much money for this we all know someone that can benefit.

Please call 901-362-9514 TODAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

You will get a voice mail just leave your information.



Emergency Assistance Utility Program -- Shelby County

Emergency Assistance Utility Program in Shelby County

Currently the CSA is assisting with your utility, if you meet one of the following criteria along with the income requirement. (You can call them at 901-545-2200 and provide your information, then they will let you know if you qualify):

1. 60 or older

2. Have Children and meet income guidelines

3. Have a physically or medical disability

4. Had a major uncontrollable event that occurred and meet the income guidelines.

5. Must meet the income guidelines along with either (one of the
criteria above).

The hours of operation is from 9 am - 7:30 pm (Monday-Thursday and 9 am - 4:00 pm on Friday's).

Please note that you must call in order to get an appointment between the hours listed above. Walk-ins will not be seen.

Also share this information and take the time to ask someone else, in your community, especially an elderly. The monies will be given out until the funds have been depleted. You can call the hotline at 901-545-4328 to get the specifics of the requirements.

Sunday, April 12, 2009

2009 Year Up

Year Up is a one-year, intensive training program that provides urban young adults 18-24, with a unique combination of technical and professional skills, college credits, an educational stipend and corporate apprenticeship.

Our success is our graduates -- enabling them to move on to full-time employment and higher education. Year Up is about providing opportunities for urban young adults to demonstrate their true potential.

We have achieved excellent results to date:

Apply Application
Admission
Process
FAQ's

Wednesday, April 08, 2009

Center of Southern Folklore Memphis -- Volunteers Needed!


Volunteer

There are many vital (and fun) ways to roll up your sleeves and join the ranks our great volunteers - Tennessee is the volunteer state after all!


Make a difference and enjoy it - you can help us with:

performances
archives
data entry
promotions
Memphis Music & Heritage Festival.

Click here to volunteer today -- and ....Thanks!

For more information contact them at 901.525.3655, email: volunteer@southernfolklore.org or visit the Folklore Store at 123 South Main Street.

Saturday, April 04, 2009

Johnson & Johnson Health Care Systems, Inc. -- Job Openings

Johnson & Johnson Health Care Systems, Inc. - Job Openings


Seeking candidates for operations manager, operations supervisor, operations coordinator, wave planner, inventory supervisor, quality coordinator, logistics associate I, logistics associate II, and quality specialist.

JOB Search select area (select United States in country, then click refine search for the state, then click refine search for the city then click Search to list all of the current positions under the city.)

Memphis Job Search select area (select United States in country, then click refine search for the state (Tennessee), then click refine search for the city (Memphis) then click Search to list all of the current positions under the city.)

NOTE: If you live outside of Memphis, you can do the Job Search for your location.

Wednesday, April 01, 2009

Job Openings Throughout the Country

The following are job opportunities throughout the country. As always, share with others:

Oracle: irecrutment.oracle.com

American Express: www.americanexpress.com/diversity

Wellpoint: wellpoint.com/careers

Allstate: www.allstate.jobs

Wyeth: www.wyeth.com/careers

Statefarm: statefarm.com/careers

Compuware: www.compuware.com

Suntrust: www.suntrust.com/careers

NCCI: www.ncci.com

Metlife: www.metlife.com/careers

USB: www.ubs.com/careers

Wednesday, March 04, 2009

High School Students Co-op/Internships

Co-op/Internship Opportunitiesfor 2009forHigh School Students

Some links will require the Adobe Acrobat Reader to read pdf format.If you don't have a copy on your computer, click here for a free download
Skip the introduction and

All of the Organizations listed have already updated their sites for 2009, or offer opportunities on an annual basis will be indicated by a (2009) after the co-op link

Monday, February 23, 2009

Wake Forest University Master of Arts in Management Program -- Deadline: April 1, 2009 (Closed)

In order to be admitted to the Wake Forest University Master of Arts in Management program and be considered for a Corporate Fellowship, applicants should have at least a 3.2 GPA, 550 GMAT or 1200 GRE, and be a recent (within the last 12 months) college graduate with a liberal arts background.

The deadline for consideration for the Corporate Fellowship, which provides full tuition and a $21,000 living stipend for qualified diverse students, is April 1. The application for admission can be completed online at http://www.mba.wfu.edu/; applicants will automatically be considered for the fellowship.

View brochure below for details:

Corporate Fellowship Brochure

WFU MA Brochure

Sunday, February 22, 2009

MIFA Cool Program

MIFA Cool Program

Fill out an application if you are interested in becoming a COOL participant, or contact Tori Thomas at 529-4582 or tthomas@mifa.org for more information.Download the application here and return it to tthomas@mifa.org.


Click here to read Additonal Information

The Black Entrepreneur's Toolbox: 100 Networking Resources, Guides, and Links

We recently published "The Black Entrepreneur's Toolbox: 100 Networking Resources, Guides, and Links " ( The Black Entrepreneurs Toolbox).

I am happy to let you know that you have been featured in this list.

Guys, please visit the site. My blog was listed #4 out of 100 sites. This is truly an honor.


Friday, February 20, 2009

StraightForward Media's Minority Scholarships

Description:

They offer four scholarships a year exclusively to college students (and soon-to-be college students) who are members of racial or ethnic minority groups. StraightForward Media is committed to creating educational opportunities for those to whom traditional opportunities have been closed in the past. Eligibility requirements for the Minority Scholarships is wide open. Our scholarships are open to current and prospective students at community colleges, universities, technical/vocational schools, and continuing education programs.

Award Amount: $500
Deadline: June 30, 2007
Website/Contact Info: Scholarship Application Form

Sunday, February 08, 2009

Internships at ESPN -- Year Around

http://www.espn.com/
There is no 2nd string at ESPN. Peruse the halls of ESPN and you'll notice something. No benches. Lot's of chairs, but no benches. That's because nobody sits on the bench at ESPN. Whether you're cutting highlights as a production assistant or making the next big sales pitch as a marketing executive, everyone in the organization is critical to our success, this includes our interns. The purpose of the internship program is to build a pool of promising, diverse college students who have developed skills and knowledge within the ESPN environment, and who can be tapped for full-time employment upon graduation. Internships are offered year-round.
To qualify as an intern, students must: be in good academic standing and a full time student; be completed with their Sophomore or Junior year; be enrolled in a relevant bachelor's or graduate degree program; meet minimum qualifications and requirements of the position; be authorized to work in the U.S. for any company.
Compensation: $13.00. Optional housing will be made available.
It is ESPN’s goal to award the interns an opportunity to meet, listen, and learn from our talented executives representing various divisions and departments once every two weeks in both the New York and Bristol locations.
To learn more or apply go to http://www.espn.com/, click “Join Our Team” and then “College Relations” or go here: Internships.

Apply for Internship Online. (perform search of potential openings)

Saturday, February 07, 2009

2010 Census -- Applying Now

The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting temporary part-time census takers for the 2010 Census. The pay is good, the hours are flexible, and the work is close to home.

Click link below for details:

http://2010.census.gov/2010censusjobs/index.php

If you live in Memphis, contact the Memphis office for test dates and application information: 5701 Quince Road Memphis, TN 38119 901-251-4410. Payrate: starts at $11.25/hr + mileage reimbursement

Job Opportunities in Memphis and Surrounding Areas -- Please share

Employment opportunities are listed below. If you do not have a need for this information, please bless someone else with it. This is great information and someone you know may need it. Most of the jobs are local to Memphis, TN and/or surrounding areas.

HELP WANTED (click link to retreive (MS Word 2007)
HELP WANTED (MS Word 2003)


Submitted by: Brad

Monday, February 02, 2009

Education for Children with Diabetes

Friends for Life
Conference Scholarships

Family Scholarships
Young Adult Scholarships
Testimonials

College Scholarships (current scholarships)

Young Adult Scholarships to CWD's Friends for Life Conference

The Education for Children with Diabetes Foundation will provide financial assistance for at least ten young adults (ages 18 to 24) to attend the 2009 Children with Diabetes Friends for Life Conference.

The Education for Children with Diabetes Foundation will provide financial assistance for families from the United States or Canada to attend the Children with Diabetes Friends for Life Conference.

Sunday, February 01, 2009

The Federal Aviation Association Accepting Applications for Airtraffic Controller School

The Federal Aviation Association is taking applications for airtraffic controller school. The FAA is hiring graduates of FAA approved post-secondary educational programs, current or former Federal employees with prior air traffic control specialist experience, former military air traffic controllers, retired military controllers, and applicants from the general public with no prior air traffic control experience.

To qualify for entry-level air traffic control specialist positions, applicants from the general public must achieve a qualifying score on the current FAA authorized pre-employment tests and measures. They must also meet the following requirements:
Three years of progressively responsible work experience and/or
A full four-year course of study leading to a bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of work experience and college credits
Certain kinds of aviation experience may be qualifying
Applicants must be U.S. citizens
Be able to speak English clearly enough to be understood over radios, intercoms, and similar communications equipment
The maximum entry age is 30

Testing
Applicants from the general public and the Air Traffic Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI) Program must achieve qualifying scores on the authorized FAA pre-employment tests and measures.
Age Limitation
Information regarding the age limitation
Citizenship
Information regarding citizenship
Interview
Applicants must successfully complete an interview as specified by the Air Traffic Organization.
English Language Requirement
Candidates must be able to speak English clearly enough to be understood over radios, intercoms, and similar communications equipment.

Click here to read additional information:

Jobs Careers/


They need to go to faa.gov(http://www.faa.gov/jobs/job_opportunities/airtraffic_controllers/)for details and to fill out the application immediately - even if they don't know if they'd want to attend immediately - it's the federal government and it may take them months to call.

Sunday, January 25, 2009

Cornell University Summer College -- Deadline: Various

The Cornell University Summer College online application system is now open and ready to receive your application!

To be eligible for Summer College, students must complete their sophomore, junior, or senior year in high school by June 2009. Individual programs have specific eligibility requirements. See the Summer College Web site for details.

Please contact us if you have any questions about the application process.

Application and Financial Aid Deadline

Financial Aid

Scholarships

Thursday, January 22, 2009

State Vouchers.org

You may be eligible for funding of up to $5000 per year while you are in college or a vocational or technical training program!

You may qualify if:
1 You are 18, 19 or 20 years old.
2 You are in foster care or you were in foster care as a teenager and you are a US citizen or qualified non-citizen
3 You aged out of the foster care system at age 18 or were adopted from foster care with adoption finalization after your 16th birthday.
4 You have been accepted into or are enrolled in a degree, certificate or other program at a college, university, technical or vocational school and you show progress towards that degree or certificate.

Read More!!!

Monday, January 19, 2009

Nike Job and Internship Opportunities - Share with Others

What's IT like at Nike? Some things are a given. Like getting to work with the latest applications and technology. And being surrounded by full-time colleagues, not just consultants and hired guns.

How to Apply:

http://www.nikebiz.com/careers/us/

***Apply at http://www.nike.com/nikebiz/jobs/usa/p_jobsearch.jhtml or

http://www.nikebiz.com/careers/career_areas/retail_field.html

Internships:

http://www.nike.com/nikebiz/jobs/usa/p_jobsearch.jhtml

Enter keyword "intern" in the search field and it will retrieve the current internships. There are many so apply now.

Monday, January 05, 2009

Northwest Airlines Summer Internship -- NWA

Summer Luggage Handler/Equipment Services Employee

College students will earn up to $1,250 in tuition assistance in addition to your hourly rate and great travel privileges for you and your parents!
Northwest Airlines Airport Operations has a number of opportunities for college students to work as luggage handlers (ESEs) during their summer and winter breaks.
Enrollment in a two year or four year college program is required. In addition, students must meet all qualifications for the luggage handler position (ESE).

College Student Program:

$1,000 in tuition assistance after completion of summer break
$250 in tuition assistance after completion of winter break
$9.09 per hour starting pay rate
Flight privileges during school term
Paid training provided
Career Advancement Opportunities

This program is available in select locations.

Apply (Click Link)

College Internships


If you are interested in the various job opportunites at NWA, click the link below:

Career Opportunities

Wednesday, December 31, 2008

Job Opportunites at Cingular, UPS, USPS, FedEx

Just wanted to let you know that the following companies are hiring Nationwide. You need to go online to apply:

Cingular Wireless:

Cingular Job Careers

Fedex Klinkos:

Kinko's Job Opportunities

or

fedex-office-college-recruitment

FedEx Other Companies (Express, Services, etc.):

Salary Positions

Hourly Positions

Inside Sales:

Inside Sales


UPS:

Job Opportunities

or

ups-united-parcel-services

USPS:

Employment Opportunities


Accredo Health Group:

Job Search

FedEx Office College Recruitment Program

Designed for recent college graduates, regardless of age, interested in a dynamic career with a leading global company. The ideal candidate is results-oriented and professional, with strong leadership and interpersonal skills. The program provides comprehensive training and development in leadership, strategic and technical skills. Students may choose opportunities that evolve well beyond Center management.
Learn More

Apply Online

Thursday, December 18, 2008

December 2008 Women of Style, Spirt, and Success

I was selected as one of the December 2008 Women of Style, Spirit and Success. I wanted to share the article with you. Patrenna Singletary-Hancock wrote the article. I am very appreciative of her and the magazine for selecting me for this honor.

December issue of E-Magazine (click link to retrieve)

Below is a brief overview regarding the magazine:

Each month, our e-magazine will bring you words of wisdom, tells the stories of extraordinary women, just like yourself, who have dared to embrace their dreams, and bring you resources and advice you can use to enhance your business savvy and propel you towards success.

Monday, December 15, 2008

Early College Program Enrollment -- For High School Students

Here is a great opportunity for Junior and Senior High School Students.

Those that are Home School are also eligible for this program.

Christian Brothers University (CBU) is pleased to announce its participation in the Tennessee Dual Enrollment Grant program. The Tennessee Dual Enrollment Grant program funds high school students' study at eligible post-secondary institutions. Participating students receive college credit as well as credit toward high school graduation.

The Tennessee Dual Enrollment Grant program is funded by the Tennessee Lottery and administered by the Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation. It is designed to provide financial assistance to qualified high school students in pursuit of post-secondary study at an eligible Tennessee public or private institution while receiving dual high school and college credit for successfully completed courses. Grant funding covers all student expenses except textbooks for courses taken during summer terms.

This program provides opportunities for these students to begin working toward a college degree, while still pursuing a high school diploma, and encourages post-secondary education and the acceleration of post secondary attainment. Grant funds can only be used for college level courses that meet high school requirements for graduation. For more details please see the attached forms. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Rick Maupin or Ronald Blankenship.


Rick Maupin
Asst. Director of Graduate Programs
Graduate and Professional Studies Programs
Christian Brothers University
650 E. Parkway South
Memphis, TN 38104
Office: 901-321.4416
Fax: 901-321-3575
rmaupin @cbu.edu

Ronald Blankenship
Director of Academics
Graduate and Professional Studies
The Evening Programs
Christian Brothers University
650 East Parkway South
Memphis, TN. 38104
Office: 901-321-3294
Fax 901-321-3575



Dual Enrollment

Dual Renewal

Friday, December 12, 2008

America Dental Association (ADA) - Deadlines: Various

SCHOLARSHIPS

The ADA Foundation has a scholarship program for students pursuing careers in dentistry, dental hygiene, dental assisting and dental laboratory technology. The number of ADA Foundation scholarships awarded is dependent upon available funds. Scholarships are awarded to defray school expenses, which include tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses. Scholarship disbursements are made twice yearly in equal payments and sent directly to the student's financial aid office. The second disbursement is made contingent upon the student's maintenance of the required grade point average. ADA Foundation scholarship programs include Dental Student Scholarship, Minority Dental Student Scholarship, Dental Hygiene Scholarship, Dental Laboratory Technology Scholarship and Dental Assisting Scholarship. Visit thelink below for further details.

Dental Scholarships
Additional Scholarship Information

2009 Application Deadlines:

Dental Student, Minority Dental Student & Dental Hygiene Scholarships - June 2

Dental Assistant & Dental Laboratory Technology Scholarships - September 17

Saturday, December 06, 2008

Free Black College Guide Available - Courtesy of EBONY Magazine


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

The search to find the right college can often be challenging. EBONY magazine and Chevrolet have made this search a lot easier by once again teaming up to produce the 2008-2009 Guide to Historically Black Colleges & Universities.

Now in its 13th year, the guide features 80+ four-year colleges and is free of charge. A specific description is given on each school including, majors, enrollment, tuition costs and contact information. There is also an entire section on scholarships. Linda Johnson Rice, CEO and President of Johnson Publishing Company, says the guide is an effective tool for students and their parents.

“We are glad to partner once again with Chevrolet on the college guide. An education is one of the most valuable assets one can attain. It is my sincere hope that it will assist college bound students in their educational endeavors,” said Rice. “The scholarship listing is an added bonus of which students and parents should take advantage.”

The guide includes other informative sections including “How to Choose a College or University,” “Freshman Survival Tips” and “Strong Career Choices for the Future.” A free copy of the 2008-2009 Guide To Historically Black Colleges & Universities may be obtained by calling 1-800-201-9572 or download brochure. For more information, go to ebony.com.

EBONY magazine, the No. 1 magazine for African-Americans, is published monthly and reaches over 12 million readers with each issue. The magazine is currently celebrating 60 years of “Living The Ebony Life.” EBONY is published by Johnson Publishing Company, Inc., the largest Black-owned publishing company in the world founded in 1942 by the late Publisher and Chairman John H. Johnson.



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2007 Johnson Publishing Company, Inc.

Friday, December 05, 2008

The International Radio and Television Society Foundation (IRTS) -- Deadline: February 6, 2009

The International Radio and Television Society Foundation evolved from an organization founded in 1939 to provide education and dialogue about important communication issues.

Broadcast Sales Associate Program

When: May 31, 2009 – August 1, 2009
Where: New York , New York

2009 Broadcast Sales Associate Application & Information (deadline February 6, 2009)

Learn More

Monday, November 24, 2008

Shelby County Community Service Agency -- Utility Asstances

The Shelby County Community Service Agency is currently providing Utility Assistance's for individuals or families that meet the following guidelines:

Disabled or
60 and/or older or
5 or younger or
Working Poor (see poverty guidelines)
and documented household income.

Tennesseans whose household income does not exceed 125 percent of federal poverty guidelines (that’s $26,500/year for a family of four) are potentially eligible for the program. Priority is given to elderly and/or disabled citizens.

There are nineteen community agencies administer the program across all 95 counties in Tennessee. LIHEAP is 100% federally funded through a grant from HHS. Eligibility for LIHEAP benefits is based on established federal poverty guidelines, and documentation of household income is required.

The assistance does not go directly to the client. Instead, it is made in the form of a payment to the utility company or home energy provider.

Shelby has two location Raliegh Mall (380-3756) and Kirby Parkway (362-6518). Each location only accepts 20 calls per day. The agency is open from 8:00 am thorough 4:00 pm. The maximum amount paid per period is $500-$600. The period is from July 1, 2008 - June 30, 2008.

Please note: No walk-ins accepted, must call in for an appointment. The program is open to both Memphis and Shelby County residents. You can either rent or own your home. Everyone in the family household must show or present proof of income.

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Free Press Scores Major Victory for an Open Internet

On Aug. 1, the public won a historic victory for an open Internet. In a precedent-setting decision, the Federal Communications Commission ruled that Comcast must stop blocking Internet content.

It’s the first time the FCC has gone to such lengths to assert users’ right to an open Internet. And it sends a warning shot across the bow of other major ISPs that are flirting with the idea of blocking, filtering or degrading content, or favoring certain Web sites and services over others.

Last fall, the Associated Press caught Comcast secretly blocking users’ legal peer-to-peer traffic, calling the company’s practice the “most drastic example yet of data discrimination.” The FCC’s investigation, launched after Free Press filed a complaint with the agency, included two public hearings at Harvard and Stanford universities — and more than 25,000 public comments.

Ben Scott, Free Press policy director, said the FCC’s order is a major milestone in the fight to safeguard Net Neutrality — the longstanding principle that forbids Internet service providers from discriminating against online content.

“For years, the FCC declared that it would take action against any Internet service provider caught violating the online rights guaranteed by the agency,” Scott said. “The commission has delivered on that promise.” [Read More]

Friday, November 07, 2008

2009 Common Ground -- Accepting Applications

What is Common Ground?

Picture a room with about 10 ordinary residents sitting in a circle. There are men and women, blacks, whites, Asians, Native Americans, Hispanics and other ethnic groups. They represent different religions, backgrounds and generations.
This small group of diverse people has agreed to meet for two hours each week for seven weeks with a trained facilitator who leads a discussion on race relations.

Want to participate in the next round of Common Ground, a local initiative designed to improve race relations? Well, give us some basic info here and we'll be in touch when we have sites and dates for early 2009.

Apply

Monday, November 03, 2008

UNCF Scholarships with Approaching Deadlines-- Apply Now!!!

Information on UNCF Benefits for Students

Access to a college education has never been more important for individuals and society! A college education opens up unlimited possibilities and helps students to discover and foster their unique gifts. It also demonstrates that students are willing to make an investment in their own futures. However, for many young people this investment cannot become a reality, because they are unable to afford the rising cost of college tuition. For students, we offer administer an array of scholarship, internship and fellowship opportunities. Scholarships: Since 1985, the UNCF Scholarships and Grants Administration office has awarded in scholarship assistance over $105 million to over 28,000 students enrolled in its 39 member colleges and universities and other HBCUs and majority institutions as well. We provide support in numerous ways to a variety of constituencies.

Learn more about scholarships

Approaching Deadlines Scholarships

Online Scholarships

List of UNCF Scholarships

Saturday, October 11, 2008

Microsoft Internships

As an intern at Microsoft, you’ll have real responsibility, real work, and real opportunities to jumpstart your career. (You’ll get paid, too!) It’s an experience you’ll never find in a classroom. You’ll be given manageable assignments that you can complete while you’re here, and your efforts will likely take shape in Microsoft products—or be used by Microsoft teams—long after you return to school. You could help create a Web application, a marketing plan, a prototype, a user guide—the possibilities are endless. And just imagine millions of customers, not to mention your classmates, seeing your work! Some interns even parlay their experience into a job offer.

Intern applicants with strong academic achievement in a Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math or similar technical curricula are preferred. While a large majority of Microsoft Research interns are currently pursuing a Ph.D. degree, Microsoft Research does occasionally have positions available for undergraduate and Master students. However, if you are an Undergraduate or Master student, you will find a much greater variety of product development positions on the product teams.

Click link below to apply for Internship Opportunities:

Apply for Internships

Monday, October 06, 2008

Free Rice -- SAT Word Builder Site


For each answer you get right, we donate 20 grains of rice through UN World Food Program to help end hunger. Please visit Free Rice at:

www.freerice.com

While not an SAT prep site, it can be excellent preparation for the verbal part of the SAT. It was started by a father whose son was studying for the SAT. It allows one to build his (or her) vocabulary while donating rice to help end world hunger. And if students take the time to look up words they don't know at a site like www.dictionary.com, they can study word origins and roots and further build their vocabulary skills.


FreeRice is a sister site of Poverty.com. Our partners are the Berkman Center for Internet & Society at Harvard University and the United Nations World Food Program.

FreeRice has two goals:

  1. Provide education to everyone for free.
  2. Help end world hunger by providing rice to hungry people for free.

Perhaps even greater is the investment your donated rice makes in hungry human beings, enabling them to function and be productive. Somewhere in the world, a person is eating rice that you helped provide. Thank you.

Sunday, October 05, 2008

NSA Scholarships -- Deadline: Various

The National Physical Science Consortium (NPSC) is an organization of leading universities, national laboratories and corporations that aims to increase the number of qualified U.S.-citizen Ph.D.'s in the physical sciences and related engineering fields. It emphasizes recruitment of a diverse applicant pool of women and historically underrepresented minorities. Click below for details:

The National Physical Science Consortium (NPSC) (Deadline: November 1, 2008)

The Stokes Educational Scholarship Program (formerly known as the Undergraduate Training Program) was proposed and introduced into legislation in 1986. Its purpose is to facilitate the recruitment of individuals, particularly minority high school students, who have demonstrated skills critical to NSA. Click below for details:

Stokes Educational Scholarship Program (Deadline: October 15, 2008)

Friday, October 03, 2008

Hispanic Students Scholarships -- Deadline:Various

General Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the five following requirements to apply for a scholarship through the Hispanic Scholarship Fund. You can only apply if you meet ALL five general eligibility requirements.

Be of Hispanic Heritage: persons descended from Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Dominican, Central American (excluding Belize), South American (excluding Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana), or other Spanish cultures
Be a US citizen OR legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551
Have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale (or the equivalent)
Be pursuing or plan to pursue your first undergraduate or graduate degree
Must apply for federal financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)


Additional restrictions or requirements may apply to specific HSF-administered scholarship programs. Please carefully check the specific guidelines for each program to which you plan to apply.

Scholarship Program Information and Scholarships

High School Scholarship Opportunites

Wednesday, September 17, 2008

GenXTalksUrNews Show -- Getting Prepared for College


I was a special guest on the GenXTalksUrNews hosted by Justice on Tuesday, September 16, 2008. The show was based on parents and students getting ready for college. Below is a link to the show in its entirety:
Please now is the time to start getting read for college. Start applying and sending off your admission and scholarship applications.

Saturday, September 13, 2008

Top-Level MBA Program at University of Memphis

(Click to go to website for further information)

Wednesday, September 03, 2008

Johnson and Johnson Undergraduate Opportunities




Explore Opportunities for Undergrad Students

To apply for these opportunities you need to identify one or more specific jobs. That’s the best way of finding an opportunity that’s aligned with your career interests.

Start your search

When you Search All Opportunities you’ll be able to adjust the search criteria to reveal jobs that align with your background, experience, and career interests. From there, click the “Apply” button on each job posting and complete the application profile. You can apply to one job or many.

Shortcuts to popular searches

On the right side of this page you’ll also find links for those who want to explore Leadership Development Programs (LDPs) or Co-op Opportunities.

Wednesday, August 20, 2008

University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) Student for a Day -- Apply Now

"Be a UM Student for a Day" (selected Mondays) offers high school seniors the chance to attend classes with UM students, participate in information sessions, take a campus tour, eat lunch in the Student Union, visit a residence hall, talk with a student panel, and meet with campus representatives. Registration for "Be a UM Student for a Day" will open six weeks prior to the event.

Schedule of Events

Dates and Reservations

Registration for Special Visit Programs will open six weeks prior to the event. Registration should be completed online through the prospective student's VIP page. Each session is limited to 30 students. Space will be reserved on a FIRST-RESPOND, FIRST-RESERVED basis. Sessions fill up quickly, and we cannot make exceptions once a session is filled. Registration closes five days prior to the event.

To schedule your own personalized visit, please call the Office of Admissions 1-800-OLE-MISS (toll-free in Mississippi) or (662) 915-7226, or click here. We respectfully request two weeks advance notice if possible.

Sunday, August 17, 2008

2009-2010 U.S. Student Fulbright Competition -- Apply Now

The 2009-2010 U.S. Student Fulbright Competition opened on May 1, 2008. The deadline for applications is October 20, 2008. 2008-2009 competition has ended.

If you are currently enrolled in a U.S. institution of higher education, click here for application procedures.

If you are not currently enrolled in a U.S. institution of higher education, click here for application procedure.

About the Fulbright


Before You Start An Application

Issues to consider.



Preparing An Application

General guidelines.



Applications In Arts & Writing

Guidelines for Arts candidates.



The Selection Process

Factors that affect selection, the selection process, and notification stages.



Find Your FPA

College or university faculty or administrators who support and mentor applying students. Find Your Fulbright Adviser.



Tips For Completing The Application

Helpful hints for completing the application and preparing the Statement of Proposed Study or Research.



Guidance Sessions for Applicants

Schedule of U.S. Student Fulbright general-information sessions sponsored by IIE held in New York City and other cities around the country, as well as information sessions at U.S. colleges and universities.

Friday, August 15, 2008

InRoads -- Accepting Applications Interns (Nationally) -- Starts September 1st

InRoads will begin processing new applications for Summer 2009 internships on September 1st. This date is currently for current college students.

INROADS Internships are awarded to outstanding ethnically diverse students. Only the best and the brightest are selected. Our Interns are graduating high school seniors, college or university freshmen or sophomores with a grade point average of B or better, and a combined SAT score of at least 1000, or an ACT score of 20 or better. They have demonstrated a proven leadership ability, and are interested in pursuing a Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, computer and information sciences, sales, marketing, allied health care, healthcare management, and retail management.

The mission of INROADS is to develop and place talented minority youth in business and industry and prepare them for corporate and community leadership. INROADS seeks high performing African American, Hispanic, and Native American Indian students for internship opportunities with some of the nation's largest companies. Our rigorous career development training process will challenge you to commit to excellence and raise the bar on your personal expectations.

Qualifications:

Career Interest in Business, Engineering, Computers and Information Sciences, Sales, Marketing, Allied Health Care, or Healthcare Management

Freshman or Sophomore in an accredited college or university (candidates cannot graduate before December 2008 or have less than 54 credit hours left to take after their Spring 2007 semester)

College 2.8 Cumulative GPA (Some INROADS affiliates may have higher GPA and SAT/ACT requirements)

H.S. senior applying or already admitted to an accredited college or university

H.S. 3.0 cumulative GPA and 1000 SAT or 20 ACT*

Permanent resident of the United States

APPLY NOW

Monday, August 11, 2008

Minority Access Internship(s) -- Deadline: Various

Minority Access, Inc. accepts applications from qualified college and university for PAID INTERNSHIPS in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area and other locations throughout the United States.

The Minority Access Internship Program is designed for students to experience the DIVERSITY AND SCOPE OF PROFESSIONAL CAREER OPPORTUNITIES available in the Federal Government, state and local governments, major corportations, and other entities.

Internship Program: A National program that places talented undergraduate and graduate students with internships during the summer, fall and spring in the Federal Government and private sector.

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Sunday, August 10, 2008

Internships @ MTV Networks & Campus Rep Program

An MTV Networks Internship allows college students to work in an innovative, progressive, fast paced and professional environment. Students are exposed to all levels of MTV Networks, which has proven to be an invaluable experience to individuals interested in pursuing a career in the entertainment industry. MTV Networks is committed to diversifying our organization. Embracing differences is an integral part of our culture and a key element for our success is creating and maintaining an inclusive environment.

MTV Networks is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/AAP

Select an internship location:

Burbank, CA - Nickelodeon Animation Studio
CG Animiation Apprentice Program
Santa Monica, CA
Miami, FL
New York, NY
Nashville, TN
mtvU Fellowships
Campus Rep Program -- mtvU is currently seeking mtvU Campus Reps on your campus!

Thursday, July 31, 2008

Engineering Operations Specialist, Realtime Processing Pgmr Intern/Coop -- Deadline: July 15, 2007

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Salary dependent upon class standing (i.e. sophomore, junior, etc.)

To apply for other positions at TVA:

Employment Opportunites

Thursday, July 24, 2008

The Lilly Scholarships for Journalists

Journalists interested in taking college courses in religion or spirituality may apply for a new scholarship program offered by the Religion Newswriters Association.
Journalists will receive scholarships for up to $5,000 each to study religion at any accredited college, university or seminary. Scholarships cover expenses including tuition, registration fees and books. Scholarships are funded by a generous grant from the Lilly Endowment, Inc. to the Religion Newswriters Foundation, RNA's charitable arm.

See the list of 2004 through 2008 recipients, universities and course selections

Application Deadline: October 1, 2008

Click here to get an application. To view and fill out the PDF application form, you will need a copy of Acrobat Reader. To download your free copy, click here. To get the application as a Word document, click here.FAQ

Tuesday, July 22, 2008

Dr. Gerald A. Soffen Memorial Fund for the Advancement of Space Science Education - October 1, 2009



Fund for the Advancement of Space Science Education


In the spirit of dedication to the growth of young scientists and engineers embodied by Gerald Soffen throughout his life, the Dr. Gerald A. Soffen Memorial Fund for the Advancement of Space Science Education offers Student Travel Grants.

The Travel Grants are awarded to students pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees in aerospace-related sciences or engineering fields (astrobiology, astronomy, earth and space science, engineering, etc.) to attend a meeting at which they will present their research.

The deadline for the next application opportunity is October 1, 2009. Please check back towards the end of the summer for a link to the application.

Monday, July 21, 2008

African American Women in Computer Science

The Florida A&M University (FAMU) Computer Information Sciences (CIS) Program is the recipient of a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant valued at $552,000 dedicated to recruiting women of color to computer science and information technology disciplines.

The program, entitled African American Women in Computer Science (AAWCS), is a four-year program that provides scholarships and other assistance to women who express a financial need and an interest in computer science or information technology.AAWCS will directly address the dismal number of minority women, particularly African American women that pursue degrees in computer science or information technology.

Women who apply to AAWCS will be accepted based on financial need, and will be awarded a scholarship of between $3,000 and $5,000 per semester. In addition to the funding, the women will participate in CIS departmental organizations and they will also be involved in other STEM programs, such as the Florida/Georgia Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (FGLSAMP) scholarship program, and the Students and Technology in Academia, Research and Service (STARS) Alliance, both NSF-funded programs.

An added benefit to the students is the conference participation, where selected AAWCS scholars will be chosen to attend two national conferences, paid for by the grant, each year, such as the Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing and the National Conference of Women in Information Technology (NCWIT).The AAWCS program begins operation on July 1 and will run until June 30, 2012.

Applications for the program can be requested by contacting Black at jblack@cis.famu.edu or (850) 412-7354.

Friday, July 18, 2008

CoverKids -- Accepting Applications

CoverKids (covers Tennessee)

Free
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1-866-620-8864

http://www.covertn.gov/


CoverKids provides comprehensive health coverage for children 18 and under and maternity coverage for pregnant women. The coverage includes an emphasis on preventive health services and coverage for physician services, hospitals, vaccinations, well-child visits, healthy babies program, developmental screenings, mental health vision care and now dental services. Coverage for children is similar to the benefits offered to dependents of state employees. Refer to the benefit plan Tennessee has proposed to the federal government for more information on covered services. Visit http://www.doralusa.com/ for information on the CoverKids dental benefit.

Eligibility Benefits

Applying for CoverKids

CoverKids Brochure

Monday, July 14, 2008

Business Compute-N-Show -- February, 2008

Business Compute-N-Show guests Callie Herd and Ron Herd, II. Nancy Ford is the host. This episode explores how technology can be used to learn about African American history and to learn how BLOGGING technology is making it easier to find scholarship money.

Click link below to view show:



Culture Diversity Technology

Then enter id #: 8556717703960821729 in the search video field (then click the button) Hit the play button to view the video.

Also visit: BDPA Memphis - bdpamemphis.org

Kids with Courage Scholarships

Scholarships and Educational Awards: Beginning in 2008 (or as funds become available), Kids With Courage will be offering scholarships and educational awards to young people living in the United States who are successfully managing the challenges of living with Type 1 Diabetes. This program supports post secondary academic endeavors and recognizes the personal triumphs of outstanding young people who demonstrate active involvement in their community and/or sports activities while engaged in the healthy self management of their Type 1 diabetes.

Fund raising and awareness campaigns about Kids With Courage is currently underway, so the number and value of the scholarships and awards will be determined by our available funds.

Additional information on scholarships. (click here)

MINORITY ENTREPRENEURS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Marriott International and the IFA Educational Foundation have teamed up to sponsor the Minority Entrepreneurs Scholarship Program. The purpose of the program is to help and recognize minority students by providing scholarship funds to college students who are enrolled in business, franchising and/or entrepreneurial studies. Five $3,000 scholarship awards will be presented annually.

Who Can Apply?

College students -- To be eligible for the scholarship, students must be enrolled in an accredited college or university. Executive education programs -- Adult entrepreneurs pursuing executive education must have at least five years of business ownership or managerial experience, as well as excellent credentials, including employment experience. All applicants must be considered a member of a minority group – African-American, American-Indian, Hispanic, and Asian-American. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

Download Application and Instructions

VETERANS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Figaro’s Italian Pizza, Inc., Michael H. Seid & Associates (MSA), Luce, Smith & Scott, Inc., Valpak Direct Marketing Systems, Inc., The Dwyer Group, and the IFA Educational Foundation have teamed up to establish the IFA Educational Foundation Veterans Scholarship Fund. The purpose of the fund is to help veterans continue their educational pursuits in the field of entrepreneurial studies. The fund will provide an annual scholarship of $2500 toward tuition expenses for a veteran of the U.S. military.

Who Can Apply?

To be eligible for the scholarship, candidates must have received an honorable discharge from any branch of the United States military or Coast Guard and be enrolled or about to enroll in an entrepreneurial course of study at an accredited college or university.

Download Application and Instructions

Saturday, July 12, 2008

Lisa Libraries Foundation Donates Books to NonProfit Org

The Lisa Libraries Foundation donates books to nonprofit organizations that serve teens, such as after-school programs, mentoring programs, youth detention centers, foster homes, and transitional housing services. To request books; write to the Foundation explaining how your organization would use the books to help children.