GREATER MILWAUKEE FOUNDATIONTEMPO SCHOLARSHP
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
2017-2018 Academic Year
Through a generous gift from the Greater Milwaukee Foundation presented by 2017 TEMPO Milwaukee Mentoring Award winner Dr. VickiMartin, UWM is pleased to announce a scholarship to support a female student who has contributed to her community. This scholarship will be awarded to one UWM student for the 2017-2018academic year and may be used for tuition, housing, meals, books or equipment needed for coursework. The Greater Milwaukee Foundation primarily serves the region comprised of Milwaukee, Waukesha, Washington and Ozaukee counties.
Amount of Award: One$5,000 scholarship ($2,500 per semester)
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be a female student with junior or senior standingat the time of application.
- Any major, in good academic standing, and currentlyenrolled at least half-time at UWM.
- Must have contributed to her community (through active service, volunteerism, mentoring, leadership, etc.)
- Must be a Wisconsin resident (for tuition purposes), with preference given to students from Milwaukee, Waukesha, Washington or Ozaukee County.
- Demonstrated financial need.Completion of the 2017-2018 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by thisapplication’s due date is strongly encouraged and the results will be reviewed as a standard measure of financial need.
- Preference will be given to U.S. citizens and eligible non-citizens.
Completed application materials will be accepted in-person, via intra-campus mail, U.S. postal system, or FAX. Reference letters from UWM faculty/staff will also be accepted via email.
Submit Applications to: Coleen Dunlap, Scholarship Coordinator
Mailing Address: University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Department of Financial Aid
P.O. Box 469
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201-0469
Campus Location: Financial Aid Office
Mellencamp Hall, Room 162
2442 E. Kenwood Blvd.
Milwaukee, WI 53211
Email: (Reference letters only) FAX: (414) 229-5699
APPLICATION DUE DATE: November 30, 2017
GREATER MILWAUKEE FOUNDATIONTEMPO SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Scholarship Application
2017-2018 Academic Year
- Personal Data:
Name ______Student ID# ______
Address ______City/State/Zip ______
Phone: ______UWM Email: ______Birthdate:______
If you wish to provide your preferred name you may do so here: ______
CurrentGrade Level: Fr.____ So._____Jr._____ Sr._____ Grad_____ Cumulative GPA:______
Major(s)/Minor(s): ______UWM Entry Date:______
Degree Credits Earned as of 9/1/17: ______Expected Date of Graduation: ______
Full-time______Part-time______Second Bachelor’s Degree Candidate? Yes____ No____
Wisconsin Resident: Yes ___ No ___ Primary (Home) County of Residence: ______
- Employment History:
Employer
/Dates of Employment
/Job Duties
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- Educational History:
(Required) ______/______
Name of High School, City & State Month/Year of Graduation
College/University
/Dates of Attendance
/ Degree Received______/ ______/ ______
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- Financial Need:Continue on a separate sheet if necessary.
Discuss your financial need, and how this scholarship will assist with your educational expenses.
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- Student, Community, and Volunteer Activities:Continue on a separate sheet if necessary.
Organization Name / Dates / Describe Involvement and List Activities, Honors Received, Offices Held, etc.
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- References:Two recommendation letters must be submitted with your application. Academic and/or professional references are strongly suggested (professor, instructor, advisor, employer, counselor, religious, business or community leader, etc.). List your two references below.
______Name Title or Occupation / Employer or Organization Phone/E-mail
______Name Title or Occupation / Employer or Organization Phone /E-Mail
- Personal Statement and Unofficial Transcript:
Attach a personal statement (up to three pages) and include any background, family, or other information you wish to share with the Selection Committee. In particular, your statement should describe the contribution(s) you have made within your community, including howyou became involved. Also, discuss the significance and impact of your contribution(s). In addition, please discuss your choice of academic major, as well as your educational and professional goals.
*All students must submit a current UWM unofficial transcript with their application.
- Certification and Consent to Release Information:
All information provided will be treated confidentially and used only for consideration by the Scholarship Selection Committee. With my signature below, I certify that all information I have provided with this application is accurate and complete. I understand that I must be registered for at least six credits in both the fall and spring semesters of the current academic year in order to receive the full scholarship award, if I should be chosen as the recipient.In addition, I understand that I will be asked to give my consent to release my name, contact information including address and phone number, and a description of my qualifications for this scholarship, including major or course of study, academic level, and academic standingto the Scholarship Administrator at theGreater Milwaukee Foundation. I understand that if chosen as the recipient of this scholarship, Imay be contacted and invited to a TEMPO event.
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Student’s SignatureDate
APPLICATION DUE DATE: November 30, 2017