LEADERSHIP GRANT

Academic Year 2009-10

Scholarship Information

Presentation College Mission Statement: “Welcoming people of all faiths, Presentation College challenges learners toward academic excellence and, in the Catholic tradition, the development of the whole person.”

Leadership Grants are awarded to students who have worked toward fulfilling the outcomes of the Character Initiative and mission statement established by Presentation College. The outcomes are to encourage students to build their leadership skills; promote personal development; enhance opportunities for future career opportunities; and assist in establishing community relations.  The College believes volunteerism and participation in community activities is an essential element in educating the student toward life-long learning and enhancing their ability to create a positive influence on others.

 

Instructions

Students who are enrolled full-time (12 credits or more) in a full-tuition program may submit an application for consideration.  Please submit one application form for each community service project to which you have been an active participant.  “Community” may be defined as college, high school, home town, church, etc.   Scholarship amounts may vary and will be awarded based on the quality of the volunteer experience and demonstration of meeting the goals of the Character Initiative and the Presentation College Mission statement.  Incomplete applications and volunteer projects associated with the participation and performance in a school sponsored athletic event will not be considered.  Students must apply annually and must maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average.  Funding is limited.  All applications must be submitted electronically.  Hand written applications will not be accepted.

 

Describe in detail the volunteer service project to which you have contributed your time and talents.  Please include the name of the organization, the purpose of the project, your specific role and your time commitment.
 

Strong leadership skills are essential in establishing a positive influence on others.  In what ways did this experience assist you in developing your leadership skills?

 

Did your service project reach its desired goals?  If so, how did the community benefit from your efforts?  If not, what changes in the planning process would you have made?
 

Giving of one’s self through volunteerism promotes personal development.  Describe in detail how this project enhanced your social interaction and built life skills such as responsibility, communication, self-discipline, work ethic and being a productive citizen.
 

How did your involvement in this project enhance your opportunities for future career development?
 

How has this experience assisted you in living out Presentation College’s Mission?  (See mission statement above.)
 

Please provide the name, address and phone number for an individual associated with this activity who we may contact to substantiate your participation.    

 

Select One (X) 

New/Transferring Student  Returning Student 
 

Student Information

Name                   

Street Address      

City, State and ZIP Code 

Home Phone         

Mobile Phone       

E-Mail Address    

 

Deadline - New/Transferring Student - July 1st or while funding is available

Deadline - Returning Student - April 1st

 

For assistance, please contact either val.weisser@presentation.edu or pat.volk@presentation.edu.

For Financial Aid Use Only