Illinois Alumni Association Lambda Scholarship Background: Lambda ...
Illinois Alumni Association Lambda Scholarship Background: Lambda Theta Phi Fraternidad Latina, Inc. was founded on December 1, 1975 in Union, New Jersey. Our goals are to promote scholarship, unity, respect for all cultures and brotherhood. We have set out to accomplish these goals through responsible political and social action. Working in the community, the fraternity hopes to provide service and to enhance the image of Latinos in the United States by supporting our ideals of scholarship, respect for culture, brotherhood, and Latino Unity. For more information you can visit our national website www.Lambda1975.org Purpose: The Illinois Lambda Scholarship program assists students' efforts to complete post- secondary education by recognizing and rewarding high academic achievement, leadership, social awareness, and community involvement. Eligibility: The scholarship is open to any Latino male who resides in the Chicago area. Applicant must be an Illinois high school senior admitted as a full time student to a four-year college or university. Criteria: Must demonstrate financial need Must be in good academic standing with a cumulative G.P.A. of at least 3.0 Actively involved in their community Provide one letter of recommendation Write a 500-word essay Recent photograph- Not mandatory Deadline: May 22nd, 2015 - No exceptions Awards: On June 1, 2015, two high school Latino males will be awarded scholarships in the amount of $500.00. No prior acknowledgements are made to applicants. Notification: Applicants will be notified via mail, phone, or e-mail. Applications will be reviewed by the Illinois Alumni Association's Scholarship Committee and presented to the Executive Board of the Illinois Lambda Theta Phi Alumni Association. A final decision will be made on or before May 30th, 2015. Decisions are final and irrevocable unless awardee does not attend a four-year university or college for the Fall of 2015. Awardees will be notified no later than June 1st, 2015. Contacts: If you have any questions, please e-mail [email protected] and write “Illinois Lambda Scholarship" in the subject line. Or contact Lauro Roman at (312) 259-9302.
Application Instructions It is the applicant’s responsibility to accurately complete his application and e-mail it before the due date. No applications after the due date will be accepted. Your package must include the following: Application Form Leave no blanks; if an item does not apply, indicate with “N/A.” Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Be sure to sign and date the application in the space provided. Official Transcript and ACT/SAT Scores An official transcript (sealed) of recent high school/college course work and verification of your acceptance to a four year university of college must accompany your application. Provide a copy of your ACT/SAT score. Letters of Recommendation One letter of recommendation from a school official who can verify your academic honors and/or awards; student activities, and community involvement as well as discuss your potential for future success. Essay Must be 500 words typed, doubled-spaced and in 12 font. Please describe your past leadership experience and community involvement. Also, explain how this relates to your long-term professional or personal goals. Photograph A recent color or black and white photograph no larger than four by six inches may accompany the application package. Scholarship recipients’ names and photographs may be used for public relation purposes. Application Submission All applications must be submitted via electronic mail in pdf format to Lauro Roman at [email protected] with the heading “Illinois Lambda Scholarship” by May 22nd, 2015 at 5:30 P.M CENTRAL STANDARD TIME.
Application for Illinois Lambda Scholarship
Name: ____________________________________________________________________ _____ Last
First
Middle
Home Address: ________________________________________________________________________ Street
City
State
Zip Code
Home Phone: (___)_____________
Email: ________________________________
Birthplace:____________________
Date of Birth: _________________________ _
High School: ____________________
Graduation Date: _______________________
University of College attending for Fall 2015:_____________________________ Scholastic Honors, Awards, Accomplishments, etc: ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Extracurricular activities, community leadership or volunteerism, membership in clubs or organizations: ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Family: Mother’s Name _______________________ Father’s Name_______________________ Occupation___________________________ Occupation_________________________ Annual Income________________________ Annual Income ______________________ I hereby certify that I have read and understood the scholarship eligibilities and instructions. Furthermore, all the information provided in this packet is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. If awarded the Illinois Lambda Scholarship, I will use the scholarship solely for educational purposes. In addition, I must provide an acceptance letter before receiving any disbursements.
Applicants Signature_________________________________ Date ___________________
Application Instructions It is the applicant’s responsibility to accurately complete his application and e-mail it before the due date. No applications after the due date will be accepted. Your package must include the following: Application Form Leave no blanks; if an item does not apply, indicate with “N/A.” Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Be sure to sign and date the application in the space provided. Official Transcript and ACT/SAT Scores An official transcript (sealed) of recent high school/college course work and verification of your acceptance to a four year university of college must accompany your application. Provide a copy of your ACT/SAT score. Letters of Recommendation One letter of recommendation from a school official who can verify your academic honors and/or awards; student activities, and community involvement as well as discuss your potential for future success. Essay Must be 500 words typed, doubled-spaced and in 12 font. Please describe your past leadership experience and community involvement. Also, explain how this relates to your long-term professional or personal goals. Photograph A recent color or black and white photograph no larger than four by six inches may accompany the application package. Scholarship recipients’ names and photographs may be used for public relation purposes. Application Submission All applications must be submitted via electronic mail in pdf format to Lauro Roman at [email protected] with the heading “Illinois Lambda Scholarship” by May 22nd, 2015 at 5:30 P.M CENTRAL STANDARD TIME.
Application for Illinois Lambda Scholarship
Name: ____________________________________________________________________ _____ Last
First
Middle
Home Address: ________________________________________________________________________ Street
City
State
Zip Code
Home Phone: (___)_____________
Email: ________________________________
Birthplace:____________________
Date of Birth: _________________________ _
High School: ____________________
Graduation Date: _______________________
University of College attending for Fall 2015:_____________________________ Scholastic Honors, Awards, Accomplishments, etc: ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Extracurricular activities, community leadership or volunteerism, membership in clubs or organizations: ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Family: Mother’s Name _______________________ Father’s Name_______________________ Occupation___________________________ Occupation_________________________ Annual Income________________________ Annual Income ______________________ I hereby certify that I have read and understood the scholarship eligibilities and instructions. Furthermore, all the information provided in this packet is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. If awarded the Illinois Lambda Scholarship, I will use the scholarship solely for educational purposes. In addition, I must provide an acceptance letter before receiving any disbursements.
Applicants Signature_________________________________ Date ___________________
