Conference Scholarship Application

Association for Challenge Course Technology

PO Box 47 Deerfield, IL 60015, USA

Phone: 800-991-0286 | Fax: 800-991-0287

This year three people have the opportunity to receive an ACCT sponsored scholarship to attend the 2018Annual International ACCT Conference & Expo in Fort Worth, Texas. The scholarship will cover conference registration fees and a pre-conference workshop of your choice. Lodging, travel, and meals are not included and will be the responsibility of the attendee. Scholarship recipients will be selected by the2018Conference Committee.

Applicant Requirements
  • Education, experience, and/or goals demonstrate an intention for a continued career in the Challenge Course field (programming, training, building, etc.)
  • Interest in projects, etc. that contribute to the Challenge Course Industry (above and beyond employment in the field)
  • Past experiences demonstrate passion for the Challenge Course industry
  • Charitable and or volunteer experience related to the Challenge Course industry
  • Need for financial assistance

Please mark all categories below that describe the Applicant/Nominee:

Employed in Challenge Course-related field

Employed in Non-Profit private organization

Employed in Government(federal, state, local) organization

Part-time student Full-time student

Other (please describe) ______

Applicant / Nominee Information
Name: / ACCT Member #:
Address: / City:
State/Province: / Zip/Postal Code: / Country:
Email Address: / Phone:

Note: If you are nominating another person, please attach a separate page that provides us with your contact information, explains how you know the nominee, and explains the reasons for your nomination. The Nominee must personally fill out the information requested below.

Applicant MUST complete this section:
Educational History
College (if applicable):
Trainings/Workshops:
Certifications:

Please list professional organizations with dates of membership and offices held (if any):

Organization/Office: Dates: -

Organization/Office: Dates: -

Challenge Course industry related Employment History (include brief description of job responsibilities):

Title: / Length of Employment:
Description:
Title: / Length of Employment:
Description:
Title: / Length of Employment:
Description:
Title: / Length of Employment:
Description:

1)What would you like to gain from attending the 2018 ACCT conference?

2) How do you feel you will benefit from this experience after the conference?

3) Describe your intention for a continued career in the Challenge Course field (programming, training, building, etc.).

4) Describe your interest in projects, etc. that contribute to the Challenge Course Industry (above and beyond employment in the field).

5) List any charitable and or volunteer experience related to the Challenge Course industry.

6) Describe any additional related qualifications/experiences/ needs:

7) Please give a brief (60 words or less) explanation of your need for financial assistance to attend this event.

8) Please ask one reference to write a short reference letter. Letter should include:

-Applicant’s name

-Brief note on the applicant’s most significant accomplishments and contributions (i.e. scholastic proficiency; evidence of leadership; school, community, or professional activity/service)

-Brief note on why the applicant should receive the award (character attributes)

Please return your completed application with reference letter to:

Melissa Webb

Events Manager

*** Must be emailed by October 13, 2017 ***