Undergraduate Scholarship Before applying for this scholarship, it is ...
Undergraduate Scholarship
Before applying for this scholarship, it is important that you review carefully the minimum scholarship requirements and commitment to participate. Please note: Incomplete applications will not be processed.
Minimum scholarship requirements
Must be a woman from an underrepresented group Must be admitted to the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) Must be enrolled full‐time in a degree‐seeking program at UNC Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 Must be a sophomore, junior, or senior
Commitment to Participate Stryker Student Leaders who receive scholarship funds must agree to fully participate in the Stryker Institute for Leadership Development by: 1. Attending leadership workshops, programs, and Stryker social events. (Mandatory all‐day Saturday workshops will be held approximately once per month during the academic year.) Visit our website for a complete list of 2015‐2016 workshop dates. 2. Completing all assignments on time. 3. Serving in mentorship roles that may include peers and middle school aged students. 4. Maintaining GPA standards as set forth by UNC. This scholarship opportunity is participation‐based and requires a high level of commitment. After carefully reviewing the commitment to participate, should you feel that you can satisfy program participation requirements, we welcome you to continue with this online application.
General Contact Information First Name _______________________________ Last Name _______________________________ Bear ID _______________________________ Mailing Address _______________________________ City _______________________________ State _______________________________
Postal Code _______________________________ Bear Email _______________________________ Phone Number _______________________________ Alternate Phone Number ________________________
Student Information Preferred Name _______________________________ Preferred Pronoun _____________________________ Date of Birth ____________________________________________ Ethnicity Asian Black or African American Caucasian or White Hispanic or Latino Middle Eastern
Multiracial Native American Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander Unknown Other (Please indicate) ___________________
Please select one: High School Diploma GED What is the highest degree you have completed thus far? High School Diploma or GED Associate’s Degree Bachelor’s Degree Master’s Degree Doctoral Degree Other (please indicate) ________________ Classification as of Fall 2015 Sophomore Junior Senior Transfer Student? Yes No Will you be enrolled full‐time (12 credits) at UNC for the 2015‐2016 academic year? Yes No What is your degree program? (Psychology, Elementary Education, etc.) ___________________________________________________________________ What is your Cumulative GPA as of Spring 2015? Is there anything you would like us to know in regards to your cumulative GPA at this time? ___________________________________________________________________
What is your Estimate Family Contribution (EFC) from your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)? Is there anything you would like us to know in regards to your EFC? If you have undocumented status, please leave blank and skip to the next question. ___________________________________________________________________ Anticipated Graduation Date from UNC: _________________________________________________________________
Have you ever been involved with Stryker before? (Select all that apply.) Previous Stryker Applicant Previous Stryker Participant (Please indicate what year.) _____________________________________________ Previous Stryker Institute Sister (SIS) No, I have not been involved with Stryker before
How did you hear about Stryker? (Select all that apply.) Aims Recruitment Fair TRiO Program UNC Staff Website UNC Faculty Word of mouth UNC Recruitment Fair Other (specific) ___________________________
Have you made contact with any of the Stryker staff at any recruitment presentations, transfer fairs, or at our center? Yes No
Which of the follow do you consider to be an underrepresented identity you hold? Dependents other than yourself or spouse First Generation Student (neither parent holds a bachelor’s degree) Non‐traditional student (Over the age of 25) Veteran Woman of color (Asian, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Middle Eastern, Multiracial, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander; any racial identity that is not Caucasian or White) Woman with undocumented status Other identities that may classify you as underrepresented _______________________________
Please select any of the follow program with which you are affiliated: Center for Human Enrichment Cumbres Denver Scholarship Fund Daniel’s Fund
McNair Scholarship President’s Leadership Program Reisher Family Scholarship Program None
Personal Statement Questions Please complete all questions. Please share your social justice or inclusivity philosophy. (1000 character maximum)
Why do you think it is necessary to work towards creating inclusion? (1000 character maximum)
How can this scholarship opportunity and leadership experience assist you in achieving your academic and personal goals? (1000 character maximum)
How would you benefit from participating in conversations and group activities that explore leadership through a social justice lens? (1000 character maximum)
What goals have you established for yourself and what efforts have you made to accomplish these? (1000 character maximum)
Important: Please Read I fully understand that this scholarship opportunity is participation‐based and requires that I attend and engage in all of the workshops and programming, as well as complete all assignments. My availability allows me to be present at each training and workshop. Workshop dates are not flexible and non‐negotiable. Fall Retreat Friday, August 21 (9:00am‐4:00pm) Saturday, August 22 (9:00am‐4:00pm) Fall Workshops Saturday, September 19 (9:00am‐4:00pm) Thursday, October 29 (8:00am‐5:00pm) *optional, Women’s Conference Saturday, November 14 (9:00am‐4:00pm) Friday, December 04 (5:00‐7:30pm) Fall Graduation Spring Workshops Saturday, January 23 (9:00am‐4:00pm) Saturday, February 20 (9:00am‐4:00pm) Saturday, March 26 (9:00am‐4:00pm) Saturday, April 16 (9:00am‐4:00pm) Thursday, April 28 (5:00‐7:30pm) Stryker Banquet
Yes, I can commit to these dates.
No, I cannot commit at this time.
A letter of recommendation is required to complete your application. Applications will not be processed without a letter of recommendation. Please upload your letter of recommendation at time of application. Thank you for submitting your completed application. You will be contacted via email in late June regarding your application status. If you are in need of more information, please call us at 970‐351‐2634 or refer to our website: http://www.unco.edu/stryker. Thank you for your time.
Before applying for this scholarship, it is important that you review carefully the minimum scholarship requirements and commitment to participate. Please note: Incomplete applications will not be processed.
Minimum scholarship requirements
Must be a woman from an underrepresented group Must be admitted to the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) Must be enrolled full‐time in a degree‐seeking program at UNC Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 Must be a sophomore, junior, or senior
Commitment to Participate Stryker Student Leaders who receive scholarship funds must agree to fully participate in the Stryker Institute for Leadership Development by: 1. Attending leadership workshops, programs, and Stryker social events. (Mandatory all‐day Saturday workshops will be held approximately once per month during the academic year.) Visit our website for a complete list of 2015‐2016 workshop dates. 2. Completing all assignments on time. 3. Serving in mentorship roles that may include peers and middle school aged students. 4. Maintaining GPA standards as set forth by UNC. This scholarship opportunity is participation‐based and requires a high level of commitment. After carefully reviewing the commitment to participate, should you feel that you can satisfy program participation requirements, we welcome you to continue with this online application.
General Contact Information First Name _______________________________ Last Name _______________________________ Bear ID _______________________________ Mailing Address _______________________________ City _______________________________ State _______________________________
Postal Code _______________________________ Bear Email _______________________________ Phone Number _______________________________ Alternate Phone Number ________________________
Student Information Preferred Name _______________________________ Preferred Pronoun _____________________________ Date of Birth ____________________________________________ Ethnicity Asian Black or African American Caucasian or White Hispanic or Latino Middle Eastern
Multiracial Native American Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander Unknown Other (Please indicate) ___________________
Please select one: High School Diploma GED What is the highest degree you have completed thus far? High School Diploma or GED Associate’s Degree Bachelor’s Degree Master’s Degree Doctoral Degree Other (please indicate) ________________ Classification as of Fall 2015 Sophomore Junior Senior Transfer Student? Yes No Will you be enrolled full‐time (12 credits) at UNC for the 2015‐2016 academic year? Yes No What is your degree program? (Psychology, Elementary Education, etc.) ___________________________________________________________________ What is your Cumulative GPA as of Spring 2015? Is there anything you would like us to know in regards to your cumulative GPA at this time? ___________________________________________________________________
What is your Estimate Family Contribution (EFC) from your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)? Is there anything you would like us to know in regards to your EFC? If you have undocumented status, please leave blank and skip to the next question. ___________________________________________________________________ Anticipated Graduation Date from UNC: _________________________________________________________________
Have you ever been involved with Stryker before? (Select all that apply.) Previous Stryker Applicant Previous Stryker Participant (Please indicate what year.) _____________________________________________ Previous Stryker Institute Sister (SIS) No, I have not been involved with Stryker before
How did you hear about Stryker? (Select all that apply.) Aims Recruitment Fair TRiO Program UNC Staff Website UNC Faculty Word of mouth UNC Recruitment Fair Other (specific) ___________________________
Have you made contact with any of the Stryker staff at any recruitment presentations, transfer fairs, or at our center? Yes No
Which of the follow do you consider to be an underrepresented identity you hold? Dependents other than yourself or spouse First Generation Student (neither parent holds a bachelor’s degree) Non‐traditional student (Over the age of 25) Veteran Woman of color (Asian, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Middle Eastern, Multiracial, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander; any racial identity that is not Caucasian or White) Woman with undocumented status Other identities that may classify you as underrepresented _______________________________
Please select any of the follow program with which you are affiliated: Center for Human Enrichment Cumbres Denver Scholarship Fund Daniel’s Fund
McNair Scholarship President’s Leadership Program Reisher Family Scholarship Program None
Personal Statement Questions Please complete all questions. Please share your social justice or inclusivity philosophy. (1000 character maximum)
Why do you think it is necessary to work towards creating inclusion? (1000 character maximum)
How can this scholarship opportunity and leadership experience assist you in achieving your academic and personal goals? (1000 character maximum)
How would you benefit from participating in conversations and group activities that explore leadership through a social justice lens? (1000 character maximum)
What goals have you established for yourself and what efforts have you made to accomplish these? (1000 character maximum)
Important: Please Read I fully understand that this scholarship opportunity is participation‐based and requires that I attend and engage in all of the workshops and programming, as well as complete all assignments. My availability allows me to be present at each training and workshop. Workshop dates are not flexible and non‐negotiable. Fall Retreat Friday, August 21 (9:00am‐4:00pm) Saturday, August 22 (9:00am‐4:00pm) Fall Workshops Saturday, September 19 (9:00am‐4:00pm) Thursday, October 29 (8:00am‐5:00pm) *optional, Women’s Conference Saturday, November 14 (9:00am‐4:00pm) Friday, December 04 (5:00‐7:30pm) Fall Graduation Spring Workshops Saturday, January 23 (9:00am‐4:00pm) Saturday, February 20 (9:00am‐4:00pm) Saturday, March 26 (9:00am‐4:00pm) Saturday, April 16 (9:00am‐4:00pm) Thursday, April 28 (5:00‐7:30pm) Stryker Banquet
Yes, I can commit to these dates.
No, I cannot commit at this time.
A letter of recommendation is required to complete your application. Applications will not be processed without a letter of recommendation. Please upload your letter of recommendation at time of application. Thank you for submitting your completed application. You will be contacted via email in late June regarding your application status. If you are in need of more information, please call us at 970‐351‐2634 or refer to our website: http://www.unco.edu/stryker. Thank you for your time.
