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COUNSELING CENTER NEWS: Visit this free college-guide website (www.whattheywilllearn.com) to find out which universities make sure their students learn what they need to know. Due to inclement weather the Robert C. Byrd Scholarship Program has extended the application deadline until February 19, 2010. Any application that is incomplete or postmarked after February 19, 2010 will not be reviewed by the selection committee. New Website for B.Davis Scholarship The B.Davis scholarship has moved to a new website. The name of our former website, Scholarship Quest Helper, apparently was infringing on a registered trademark. We have complied with the wishes of the other party and have changed our name and our website. Our new website is Student Award Search Aid and can be found at http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm . You will find the same good information on helping students through the task of finding and applying for scholarships. We apologize for any inconvenience this change may have caused. Please be assured that all of the scholarship applications that have already been received are still valid and will be considered in the final selection. Students, this week is Say Go College Week! Make your commitment to college known! Located on the wall outside of the library entrances, we invite and encourage you to sign the wall banner to show your commitment to college. Simply sign your name, graduation year, college you would like to go to and major! Lets see how many signatures we can get by Friday! Also, be sure to enter your name in the "I'm Committed to College" drawing to win t-shirts and goodies from the various colleges around the state. The entry box is located in hallway outside of the Counseling Center. If you would like more information about college and how to earn money for college, go to www.saygocollege.com.
Greetings from the UALR Office of Admissions and Financial Aid! Now is the time for the Class of 2010 to start applying for admissions, scholarships, and financial aid. As always, please feel free to contact our office if we can be of any assistance to you. Stephanie B. Conrad Communications Manager UALR Office of Admissions and Financial Aid Phone: 501.569.3035 Fax: 501.569.8956 UCA has several other scholarships available to students which can be found at the following links: The UCA Foundation/ Privately Funded Scholarships http://www.uca.edu/foundation/scholarships.php The Faculty Senate Scholarship http://www.uca.edu/facultysenate/documents/facsenatescholarapplication.pdf Students are also encouraged to fill out the universal scholarship application which is up and running on the AR Dept. of Higher Education's website www.adhe.edu. Students should be filling out this application to secure the lottery scholarship, along with other state scholarships for this fall. Seniors - Please bring a copy of ANY and ALL scholarship offers you've been awarded to the counseling center. (Even if you do not plan to accept them.) The University of Central Arkansas Office of Admissions staff is excited to announce our Bear Facts Day dates for the 2009-2010 school year. We hope that you will encourage your students to personally tour the campus for a preview day. Students can tour the campus, meet faculty and staff, and have questions answered. Students will participate in sessions on academics, admissions, housing, financial aid, scholarships, and support services. We want everyone to discover ALL the amazing things that make thousands of students choose UCA each year! Discover UCA by attending one of our five Bear Facts Days. Saturday, February 20 Saturday, March 13 Students can call our office to reserve their spot, or they can reserve a spot here- http://www.uca.edu/admissions/bearfactsday.php A representative from ITT will be in the Counseling Center February 18th, 11:00 - 12:30 Congressman invites you to attend Eastern Arkansas's 2010 Congressional Service Academy Information Session. It is an informative session about the free college education opportunities offered by our Service Academies and the ROTC college scholarship programs. The meeting will be February 18, 2010 from 6:30-8:30 pm at the KIPP Delta Collegiate Preparatory School gym: 210 Cherry St. Helena, AR 72342. For questions, contact Jennifer Burleson 501-843-3043 jennifer.burleson@mail.house.gov. The AFHK essay contest deadline has been extended. All entries must be post marked by February 20, 2010. Drury University will be holding auditions for Theatre Grants on the basis of performance ability and experience in technical aspects of theatre production. Audition dates are February 20 and March 13, 2010. Visit www.drury.edu/theatregrant or call 417-873-6832. Registration must be completed at least two weeks before the audition date selected.
College Goal Sunday Sunday-February 21, 2010 2:00 PM Arkansas State University~Beebe These days, everyone needs help paying for college. YOU can start your path to college by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at the college Goal Sunday site of Arkansas State University-Beebe. This event will take place in the Student Center. Help is available & it's free! What should I bring? You'll need your completed 2009 federal tax return and the Personal Identification Number (PIN) that you receive by going to www.pin.ed.gov ( http://www.pin.ed.gov/ ). You will also need your parents completed 2009 federal tax return and parent's PIN number. Arkansas State University-Beebe is excited to help and see you at College Goal Sunday! AASFA will also be part of College Goal Sunday, February 21st. College Goal Sunday will provide help for Arkansas families applying for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Visit www.arcollegegoalsunday.org for more information. Juniors - You could be the next recipient of a $3,000 college scholarship (with the potential for additional national awards up to $10,000). The Executive Women's International Scholarship Program competition is open to all high school JUNIORS whose career plans include a 4-year degree in any field of study. The winner is based on a number of factors, with special emphasis on each individual's character, personal merit and background. Merit is demonstrated in a variety of ways: leadership in school, civic and other extracurricular activities, academic achievement, and motivation to serve and succeed in all endeavors. Only one student may be chosen to represent Cabot High School. See Mrs. Snyder in the counseling center by February 24th if you are interested in being considered. JUNIORS- If you are interested in attending Henderson State University in Arkadelphia, AR, please see Mrs. Snyder in the counseling center by February 26, 2010. Two Arkansas high school seniors will receive a full scholarship to attend the 2010 National Youth Science Camp. The nearly month-long experience includes a series of lectures, hands-on research projects, educational activities, and challenging outdoor adventures. The camp will be held at Camp Pocahontas in the Monongahela National Forest of West Virginia from June 29, 2010 through July 23, 2010. Application forms may be found at the Science Camp Web site at http://www.nysc.org. The deadline is February 26, 2010 and must be submitted directly to Arkansas's selection coordinator at the address listed below. Cathy Mackey, Science Specialist Arkansas Department of Education Four State Capitol Mall, Room 105-A Little Rock, AR 72201 E-mail: catherine.mackey@arkansas.gov 501-682-5303 The Arkansas Governor's Commission on People with Disabilities will award several student scholarships. Applications are graded by the Scholarship Committee on the basis of financial need, academic achievement, community involvement, goals and the specific challenges you face due to your disability. Applications are available in the counseling center. Deadline is February 28, 2010. US Bank is offering thirty to forty $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors. Those who plan to enroll next fall at an eligible four-year college or universities participating in the U.S. Bank No Fee Education Loan Program are eligible to apply. Scholarship award recipients are selected through a random drawing process. Visit www.usbank.com/studentloans. Deadline is March 2010. UALR is offering several private freshman scholarships. Visit http://ualr.edu/scholarships/private. Application deadline is March 1, 2010. The Major Jacob Gray Chapter, NSDAR Scholarship Program is announcing a $500 scholarship to a high school senior enrolling in an accredited college or university in the State of Arkansas, who is majoring in history, historical preservation, elementary or secondary education, or nursing. Applications are available in the counseling center. Deadline is March 1, 2010. "Creating Student Investigators" is a program designed to provide students the opportunity to learn about science, technology and their application using scientific forensics as the theme. Offered only June 15-18, 2010, the application can be downloaded at: http://www.clt.astate.edu/csi_science. Application deadline is March 1, 2010. The University of Arkansas at Monticello is offering the Arkansas Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Priority deadline is March 1, 2010. Applications are available in the counseling center. America's Milk Processors announce the "Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year" (SAMMY) 2010 Award Program. The Sammy recognizes outstanding senior scholar athletes. The winner will receive a $7,500. The applications will only be accepted online at www.bodybymilk.com until March 5, 2010. Official rules are given at the previously listed site. Is there a coach or p.e. teacher at CHS who has changed the post-exercise nutrition game plan? Visit www.bodybymilk.com/spotlighton and explain what they are doing to help athletes understand good pre- and post-game nutrition. CHS could win an NBA Player Appearance! UCA is offering 30 privately funded scholarships. To apply, see the General Scholarship Application at www.uca.edu/go/foundationscholarships or call 450-5859. The deadline is March 12, 2010. Kohl's Kids Who Cars Scholarship Program recognizes and rewards young volunteers who have helped make the community a better place. Volunteer efforts must have occurred in the last year. Students ages 6-18 may be nominated. Visit www.kohlskids.com for rules and to nominate a deserving young volunteer. Nominations accepted Feb. 1-March 15, 2010. eARTh: be the change, 2010 contest is open to all Arkansans. Artwork should reflect the eARTth: be the change theme of animal conservation and concern for wildlife and endangered species. The artwork must be authenticated by the school or art program teacher/instructor. All entries must be received by March 15, 2010 at 4:00 pm. For more information visit http://www.littlerockzoo.com/earthbethechange. Through the generosity of private donors, the Arkansas Tech University Foundation is able to offer many scholarships in addition to the scholarships offered by Arkansas Tech University through the Admissions Office. Visit http://www.atu.edu/givetotech/scholarship-search.shtml to view the available scholarships. Applications must be received no later than March 15, 2010. AgHeritage Farm Credit Services is offering a scholarship program for eligible dependent children and grandchildren of AgHeritage FCS customer-owners. Scholarships of $500 will be awarded. The Scholarship program is open to current college students as well as high school seniors. Applications must be returned by March 15, 2010 to the local AgHeritage FCS branch office. Applications are available in the counseling center. The Arkansas Public Health Association is offering a $500 scholarship for seniors enrolling in a field of public health. Applications are available in the counseling center. Deadline is March 16, 2010. The Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) is accepting applications form qualified high school sophomores and juniors interested in attending the SAME/ARMY Engineering and Construction Camp, June 13-19, 2010 in Vicksburg, MS. Additional information and applications can be found at www.samevicksburg.org/camp Deadline is March 19, 2010. The Little Rock Black Employee Network is offering a $500 scholarship for a minority senior. An essay is required and the first 100 essays will be reviewed. The deadline is March 31, 2010. Applications are available in the counseling center. The Three Rivers Reading Council is offering a $500 scholarship for seniors. Applicants must have a 2.5 GPA with intentions to seek an Arkansas teacher certification. Applications are available in the counseling center. Deadline is March 31, 2010. The Little Rock Spouses' Club (LRSC) is now accepting applications for 2010-2011 educational grants. Schools which have a 5% or greater population of military dependents are eligible to apply for Educational grants. These grants are designed to provide funding to facilitate and enrich the learning environment for all or part of the student population and their families. Grants are typically between $500 and $1500. The deadline is March 31, 2010. Applications are available in the counseling center or may be downloaded from the LRSC website (www.littlerockspouses.com). The Ralph G. Norman Scholarship was established to provide assistance to young adults with learning so they may pursue higher education. This scholarship is available to current residents of AR only who are ineligible for SSI or SSD funding. Four scholarships will be awarded, each in the amount of $2500. The deadline is April 1, 2010. Applications are available in the counseling center. Arkansas Student Loan Authority (ASLA) provides $1000 R. Preston Woodruff, Jr. Scholarships to incoming and current college students. The eligible entries drawn will be required to submit a typed 500-word essay, and the most outstanding essay will be renewable for up to four years. The application is online at www.asla.info/collegeplanning/woodruffscholarship.htm. The deadline is April 1, 2010. The Lions Club is offering a $1,000 scholarship for seniors pursuing vo-tech training or the medical field. Consideration will be given to students with a minimum 2.5 GPA and 18 on the ACT. The deadline is April 7, 2010 in the counseling center. The $500 Ernest Whitelaw-Don Kinney Scholarship is being awarded by the American Indian Center of Arkansas for seniors of documented Native American descent from a federally recognized tribe. A copy of a CDIB (Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood) card or tribal enrollment documentation must be furnished with the application. Applications are available in the counseling center and the deadline for application is April 10, 2010. AASFA is offering at least two $500 scholarships for the fall 2010 semester. The recipients will be selected by a random drawing. Applications are available in the counseling center and must be postmarked by April 15, 2010 For 8th-10th graders, The Ayn Rand Institute announces its Anthem Essay Contest. For more information, go to www.aynrandeducation.com. Deadline is March 20, 2010. For 11th and 12th graders, The Ayn Rand Institute announces The Fountainhead Essay Contest. For more information, go to www.aynrandeducation.com. Deadline is April 26, 2010 Juniors College Edge Scholarship ($1,000) is available for juniors at Cappex.com. Deadline is April 30, 2010. St. Louis College of Pharmacy (SLCOP) will host an Open House for high school JUNIORS on May 1, 2010 from 10:00-2:00. Please contact SLCOP for more information. Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to be able to continue with our scholarship program for the 4th year. We will be awarding up to $1,000 to the winner(s) each year. Scholarship Deadline - June 19, 2010. Application Process Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of our web site: http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm Full details are available on our site. Seniors - Remember to complete the Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship (the lottery scholarship) at www.adhe.edu. The application is the YOUniversal application. The FAFSA (www.fafsa.gov) must also be completed in order to be considered. The deadline for the Academic Challenge is June 1, 2010. The Big Sun Organization is proud to be able to continue to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. They are offering an annual $500 scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in. Visit the website at http://www.bigsunatheletics.com for more information. Deadline is June 24, 2010. Students: The Registered Nursing Traditional track at Baptist Health School- Little Rock is a 3 year program that does not require any pre-requisite courses to enroll. It is an excellent opportunity for students coming out of high school. The new deadline is July 15 for the fall 2010 class There are a total of 9 programs of study in the medical field ranging from one year certificates to four year bachelors degree program (available through university affiliations). You may contact Baptist Health Schools, Little Rock www.bhslr.edu 501-202-7951 The Little Rock Spouses' Club at Little Rock Air Force Base is offering scholarships to seniors. Seniors must be dependents of active duty, retired, Guard, or Reserve Duty military. Policies and applications can be obtained at http://www.littlerockspouses.com. All applications must be submitted via post. The National Foster Parent Association offers a scholarship designed to help foster students pay for education beyond the high school years at any college or university. See Mrs. Snyder in the counseling center for more information. Any student athlete (junior or senior) planning to participate in college athletics must register with the NCAA Clearinghouse at www.eligibiltycenter.org. Also, when registering for the ACT or SAT, enter code number "9999" to have scores sent directly to the NCAA Clearinghouse. The Eligibility Center must receive official scores from the testing agency in order to certify the student's initial eligibility. John Brown University will be adding men's and women's cross country and cheerleading in the Fall of 2010. Visit www.jbu.edu/athletics for more information. An AES engineer is offering a $500 scholarship for students interested in an engineering field. Students must apply at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.php by October 8, 2010. Applicants are not required to have taken Engineering courses to be eligible. Marist College in Poughkeepsie, NY is offering 12 full scholarships (tuition, room and board) to highly talented students majoring in Computer Science or Information Technology and Systems. Apply today at www.marist.edu/admission (on the application, check the box labeled "National Science Foundation Scholarship Program". Washington University is offering a High School Summer Scholars Program (5 weeks) and Young Writers Institute (2 weeks) for sophomores and juniors. For more information visit: www.summerscholars.wustl.edu. Seniors interested in majoring in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) at UALR should apply for the University Science Scholars Program. UALR is also offering the Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation Program. This program is for underrepresented minorities who are interested in majoring in STEM. More information and applications can be found at www.ualr.edu/sciencescholarship or www.ualr.edu/lsamp.
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