Greater Kent Historical Society Scholarship
Awarded by the Greater Kent Historical Society
Before preparing this application, review the criteria outlined below.
The application must be postmarked by the due date and mailed to:
Greater Kent Historical Society
855 East Smith Street
Kent, WA 98042
Attn: GKHS Scholarship
DUE DATE: May 1st 2017
Background and Information
This scholarship was created through the generosity of the members of the Greater Kent Historical Society to allow students the opportunity to pursue history related studies at an accredited college or university.
The scholarship will be awarded to a student entering a history related field of study, i.e. history, Social Studies, political science, the humanities, archeology, anthropology, architectural studies, geography, or museum studies. The scholarship is a one-time payment of $2,000.00 and can be applied to either a 2 or 4 year program.
Criteria and Instructions
Graduating seniors from any of the Kent high schools may apply.
The following items must be included with the application:
1. Official transcript
2. Two letters of recommendation
3. 500 word essay on how you have promoted the discovery, preserved, or disseminated knowledge about the history of Kent.
4. 500 word essay on how you will promote local history throughout your life.
All information requested below should be printed clearly or typed.
Name ______
Address ______
Street City/State Zip Code
Phone ______E-mail ______
High School Attended ______
Desired Area of Study ______
Colleges or Universities applied to:
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School and Community Involvement
Please provide information on your participation in school clubs and community organizations. State the name of the organization, the years involved (i.e. 2013 through 2015), and any responsibilities you had with the group (i.e. president, principal trumpet, team captain). Attach an additional sheet if necessary.
School Activities
Name of Club/OrganizationYears InvolvedResponsibilities
1.______
2.______
3.______
4.______
Community Activities
Name of Club/OrganizationYears InvolvedResponsibilities
1.______
2.______
3.______
4.______
Work-related Activities
Name of Club/OrganizationYears InvolvedResponsibilities
1.______
2.______
3.______
4.______
If I am a winner of this scholarship, I give permission to be interviewed and/or photographed and for the use of my name for Greater Kent Historical Society use including web site, videos, publications, newspapers and radio/television media.
Name [please print]______
Signature______Date______
If under 18 years of age:
Parent/Guardian name [please print]______
Signature______Date______
I hereby certify that the information on this application and all information contained in any attachment are true and correct
Applicant’s signature______Date______