January 14, 2016 High School Guidance Counselor or High School Chemistry Teacher or Principal Dear Colleague: Each year the Chemistry Department at IPFW awards several scholarships of up to $500 to incoming freshmen who intend to major in chemistry on our campus. As you know, chemistry is an ideal career for the science‐oriented student. We believe that we offer an outstanding program leading to a B.S. degree in chemistry, as confirmed by the majority of our chemistry alumni. We have well‐ equipped laboratories on the 4th floor of the Science Building which offer a stimulating environment for the study of chemistry. I would appreciate your giving the enclosed application form, or a copy, to interested students. Please note the April 18, 2016 application deadline. If you and/or your students would like more information, more application forms, or a tour of our facilities, please feel free to contact our office at (260) 481‐6289. Sincerely, Ronald S. Friedman Professor and Chair RSF:jmh Enclosure
INDIANA UNIVERSITY PURDUE UNIVERSITY FORT WAYNE
DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY 2016 Scholarship Application Instructions
ELIGIBILITY To be eligible, a student must meet the following qualifications: 1. A first semester freshman majoring in chemistry at IPFW in the Fall 2016 semester. 2. A strong academic record as evidenced by class rank or grade point average. SAT or ACT scores will be considered. 3. A commitment to a program of study leading to a B.S. degree in Chemistry. Applications must be received no later than April 18, 2016.
SELECTION
Applicants will be considered primarily on the basis of academic merit and the quality of an essay describing career goals. Other factors which may figure into selection include high school and community activities, and the letter of recommendation. Notification of scholarship recipients will be mailed by May 18, 2016. Acceptance of this scholarship is with the agreement that you are willing to have your name and this recognition released for publication. AWARDS
Students must be enrolled full‐time in both the fall and spring semesters of their freshman year (12 credits or more per semester). Half the amount will be awarded for the fall semester and the other half for the spring semester. The funds are for tuition only, and will be processed through the IPFW Financial Aid Office. MAILING INSTRUCTIONS Mail to: Dr. Ronald S. Friedman, Chair Department of Chemistry Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne 2101 Coliseum Boulevard East, SB 496 Fort Wayne, IN 46805‐1499 Requests for additional applications may be made to IPFW Chemistry Department at (260) 481‐6289 or
[email protected].
INDIANA UNIVERSITY PURDUE UNIVERSITY FORT WAYNE DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY 2016 Scholarship Application Form (Please type or print) 1.
Name___________________________________________________________________ (first) (middle) (last)
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Home address____________________________________________________________ (street, box) (city) (state) (zip)
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Home phone: area code ( ) ______________________
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Name of parents or guardian ________________________________________________ Address of parents or guardian (if different than home address)
________________________________________________________________________ (street, box) (city) (state) (zip)
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Will you be a first semester student at Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne enrolled full‐time for the 2016 Fall Semester? Yes or No (circle one)
High School Information: Include high school transcript.
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High school name_________________________________________________________ High school address________________________________________________________ (street, box) (city) (state) (zip)
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High school graduation date______________________________ (month) (year)
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Number of students in graduating class_____________
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High school rank _____________
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High school grade point average ‐ GPA: __________ based on a ________point scale.
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SAT VERBAL____________
SAT MATH_____________
ACT ENGLISH___________
ACT MATH_____________
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High School honors received: (use additional paper as needed).
a)_________________________
e)_________________________
b)_________________________
f)_________________________
c)_________________________
g)_________________________
d)_________________________
h)_________________________
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High school and community activities (include any offices held):
a)_________________________
d)_________________________
b)_________________________
e)_________________________
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c)_________________________ f)_________________________ Essay. On separate paper, describe your career goals in 250 words or less. (Please type or print)
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Recommendation. Under separate cover, have a letter sent to Dr. Ronald S. Friedman from a high school teacher, counselor, or administrator supporting your scholarship application.
To the best of my knowledge, the information given above is true and accurate.
Signature: ______________________________________ Date ____________________ Please submit completed application to ensure receipt no later than April 18, 2016. Dr. Ronald S. Friedman, Chair Department of Chemistry, SB 496 Indiana Purdue University Fort Wayne 2101 Coliseum Boulevard East Fort Wayne, IN 46805‐1499