JULIE’S SPIRIT MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION 2015
Julie Darrough passed away due to breast cancer on October 18, 2012.After her own diagnosis, she chose tofight the cancer bothpersonally andby bringing awareness tothe community,and by mentoring womenwho were also diagnosed withbreast cancer.She was a founding member of the Wisconsin Pink Shawls and played an important role in connecting ABCD (After Breast Cancer Diagnosis) to the Native American community.Being a strong woman, in spite of her humble beginnings, Julie ran a successful business, raised a family, and gave much to her community. An enthusiastic giver and doer, Julie was also a dedicated Board member of Indian Summer Festivals.Julie valued education, and graduated with honors from UWM with a degree in teaching.
This scholarship has been established to honor Julie's memory and to provide a means for her generosity, tenacity and love of life to live on.
Eligibility:
- American Indian-Must submit proof of tribal enrollment or descent. Descent is defined as having one or more ancestor(s) who is/(are) tribally enrolled.
- Must be a female admitted to and attending an institution of higher education.
- Must be a resident of the State of Wisconsin.
- Preference given to applicants who have had service to the Indian Community.
- Applicants who have previously received a scholarship are eligible to apply.
- Must be a full time student to be eligible for the $1000 scholarship.
Only complete applicationswill be considered.
Checklist:
1. Scholarship application (reverse side)
2. Goal statement
3. List of community service
4. Most recent transcript
5. Two letters of recommendation from other than relatives
6. Proof of tribal enrollment or descent
Mail or fax completed application to:
Julie’s Spirit Memorial Scholarship
Fax no.: (414) 229-5930c/o American Indian Student Services
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
P. O. Box 413, Bolton 195
Milwaukee, WI 53201
APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY FRIDAY, JULY 10, 2015
NO LATE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Questions regarding the application process can be directed to:
Diane Amour, (414) 229-5880 or
JULIE’S SPIRIT MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION-DEADLINE, FRIDAY, JULY 10, 2015
SEE THE REVERSE SIDE FOR OTHER APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Name
Address
City State Zip
Telephone Email
Tribe Birthdate
Type of Degree/Program: Voc/Tech AA 4 year Graduate
High school graduate?GEDWhen?
Name of High School
Last school attended Cumulative grade point average
Marital status # of dependents
School you will be attending in the Fall of 2015?
Major field of study
Have you received any special honors, awards, titles, etc.? (Include high school) Attach another sheet if needed.
Goal statement: Write a statement up to one page in length describing your educational goals and reasons you feel you should receive the Scholarship. Please include a list of any community service and please add any other information regarding special needs.
See the reverse side for other application requirements.
Signature Date