Additional Information contact:
Career Resource Center at Montville High School
NOTE: All information on this page is updated when the most current information is received.

The Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship
Deadline: January 12,

The Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund (APIASF) is a new national organization devoted solely to the financial scholarship needs of Asian and Pacific Islander American students. The scholarship fund's historic formation is credited to founding corporations, community-based organizations and civic leaders such as McDonald's Corporation, The Coca-Cola Company, Asian McDonald's Owner/Operators Association, Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies, Organization of Chinese Americans, Southeast Asia Resource Action Center, the University of Hawai'i, Native Hawaiian Community-Based Education Learning Centers, United Negro College Fund, Hispanic Scholarship Fund and former U.S. Congressman Robert Underwood.

Applications and Recommendations may be submitted online or in paper format. Please note, however, that all APIASF Scholarship Applications MUST BE submitted in the same method, both forms online or both mailed together. This is a $2,000 Scholarship.

Online Submissions:

• For STUDENTS, go to https://www.scholarshipadministrators.net/
  Access code: APIAS
• Follow the on-screen instructions, typing in the access code when required.
• For RECOMMENDERS, go to http://recommend.apiasf.org
  • All recommenders will need the student's Social Security Number to complete the application.

Paper Submissions:

The application documents are also available in PDF format for those who wish or need to apply in paper format.

• Application Form
• Instructions for Application
• Recommendation Form

Contact Information:
T. Kamuela Chun, President and Executive Director
Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund
PHONE. (202) 986-6892 | FAX. (202) 667-6449 | EMAIL. info@apiasf.org
Mailing Address. 1628 16th Street, NW | Washington, D.C. 20009

Other Scholarships
The following websites list other resources (including scholarships) of potential interest.

http://www.hndinc.org/index.php?section=43
http://www.searac.org/edutrain.html
http://www.ocanatl.org/bin/htmlos/0060.1.2495525681300030562

Clemson University
Call Me Mister Program

The "Call Me MISTER" program is a collaboration between Clemson University, private, historically black colleges (Benedict College, Claflin University, and Morris College) and two-year technical colleges to recruit, train, certify and secure employment for minority males as elementary teachers in the public schools of South Carolina.

Procedures for admission to the "Call Me MISTER " program are as follows:

• Apply for and be accepted into one of the participating colleges or universities at which the degree and teaching certificate will be earned
• Complete the Call Me MISTER online application
  
• Submit the following items:
  • Two letters of recommendation:
    • one (1) from a teacher, guidance counselor, or principal at the high school from which the diploma is earned
    • one (1) from a person of the student's choice who can express the student's involvement in the community and/or potential for entering the teaching profession.
• An essay entitled, "Why I Want To Teach," which will address the student's motivation for entering the teaching profession and the contributions he hopes to make to the profession and to the community as a teacher

Following the submission of the items above, an interview will be scheduled with prospective program participants to ascertain their potential for teaching and their motivations for participation in the program, as well as to provide an opportunity for clarification of any information submitted through the application process.

For information about the Call Me MISTER program, please contact us through one of these methods:

Email: MISTER@clemson.edu
Telephone: call toll-free : 1-800-640-2657
Mail: Call Me MISTER | 203 Holtzendorff | Clemson University | Clemson, SC 29634

CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION OF LATINOS
IN HIGHER EDUCATION, INC.
www.calahe.org
Deadline: April 20,

CALAHE is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the participation of Latinos in different areas post-secondary education in Connecticut

Award Amount: $1000.00

CRITERIA AND REQUIREMENTS
Award Categories:
• High School Seniors or GED equivalent
• Undergraduate College Students

Eligibility Criteria:
• Involvement with and commitment to activities that promote Latinos pursuit of education.
• Accepted for admission to an accredited institution of higher education
• Have a "B" average (3.0 College GPA) for all completed enrollment periods at the time of
application.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
• Must have been a Connecticut resident during the preceding 12 months.
• Limited to Latino students from Connecticut.
• Must demonstrate financial need.

Application Requirements:
If any of these items are missing, your application will not be processed.
• Completed Scholarship Application
• Official Copy of Educational Transcripts
• High School Seniors: Submit a High School Transcript or GED results
• Undergraduates: Submit a College Transcript
• Copy of Student Aid Report (SAR) sent to you by the U.S. Department of Education
• Essay: "How do you feel education is going to impact your ability to continue assisting others to pursue an education?" (Maximum 2 page typewritten double space statement).

Download Application: http://www.calahe.org/scholarships.php

Other Scholarships: http://www.calahe.org/scholarships_other.php

Dr. Wilson Luna
Gateway Community College | 60 Sargent Drive | New Haven, CT 06511

Connecticut Education Foundation, Inc.
Minority Scholarship Fund
Deadline: May 1,

Scholarship for Minority High School Students:

The Connecticut Education Foundation, Inc. has established an annual scholarship for qualified minority candidates who have been accepted into an accredited two or four-year Connecticut college or university and intend to enter the teaching profession.

The Connecticut Education Foundation, Inc. endowment falls under the control of the Connecticut Education Foundation, Inc. Board of Directors.
A minimum of a $500.00 scholarship is awarded yearly and distributed in June to qualified candidate(s).

Documents needed for application to be processed and reviewed:
All forms are in in pdf form,
If you need Adobe Acrobat Reader, download it here:

• Minority high school student - Application
  • http://www.cea.org/about/cef/upload/mhss_appl.pdf
• Minority high school student - Criteria & Procedures
  • http://www.cea.org/about/cef/upload/mhss_criteria.pdf
• Minority high school student - Applicant Checklist
  • http://www.cea.org/about/cef/upload/mhss_checklist.pdf

Scholarship for Minority College Students:

The Connecticut Education Foundation, Inc. has established an annual scholarship for qualified minority candidates who have been accepted into a teacher preparation program at an accredited Connecticut college or university.

The Connecticut Education Foundation, Inc. endowment falls under the control of the Connecticut Education Foundation, Inc. Board of Directors.
A minimum of a $750.00 scholarship is awarded yearly and distributed in June to qualified candidate(s).

Documents needed for application to be processed and reviewed:
All forms are in in pdf form,
If you need Adobe Acrobat Reader, download it here:

• Minority college student - Application
  • http://www.cea.org/about/cef/upload/mhss_checklist.pdf
• Minority college student - Criteria & Procedures
  • http://www.cea.org/about/cef/upload/mcs_criteria.pdf
• Minority college student - Applicant Checklist
  • http://www.cea.org/about/cef/upload/mcs_checklist.pdf

Send all completed forms by mail to the following address:

Connecticut Education Foundation
c/o Phil Apruzzese
21 Oak St. Suite 500
Hartford, CT 06106

Questions? contact:
Sheila Cohen, CEF President, sheilac@cea.org.
Phone 800.842.4316 or 860.525.5641

Hispanic Scholarship Fund / Hewlett Packard Diversity in Education
Scholarship Program

Scholar program

HP Scholars is a U.S. program designed to encourage African American, Latino and American Indian students to complete degrees in technical fields.

Nearly 120 engineering and computer science students from partner schools, including Morgan State University, North Carolina A & T University, University of California, Los Angeles and San Jose State University, were HP Scholars in 2003. They received $40,000 scholarship packages, including cash, HP internships and HP equipment. Scholarships are awarded to a select group of high-school seniors who have elected to pursue engineering studies at the university level.

These grants are renewable each year for students who stay in engineering and meet minimal academic standards.

HP Scholars are also offered paid summer internships at HP during the three summers between their engineering studies. Each HP Scholar is matched with an e-mail mentor who helps them prepare a resume, get ready for interviews and prepare for their summer internship experience.

Learn more on our HP Scholars website.

The HP Scholar Award is a scholarship opportunity for students interested in engineering. The total value of the four-year cash scholarship, HP Scholar Productivity Package and the three paid internships will exceed $40,000 per student. Scholarship awards are $12,000 ($3000 per year for four years) and are intended to help defray educational expenses. Upon acceptance into the program, each HP Scholar receives a Productivity Package which includes an HP laptop, printer, and PDA. The most valuable part of the HP Scholar experience is the internship opportunity. HP Scholars are eligible for three paid summer internships with HP at one of our US locations during the course of their undergraduate work.

The HP Scholar program offers scholarship opportunities to underrepresented minority (African American, Latino, or American Indian) students who will pursue a bachelor of science degree in computer science, computer engineering or electrical engineering at an HP Scholar partnership university. High school seniors and community college transfer that are preparing to attend one of our partnership universities are invited to apply for this scholarship prior to enrollment at the university.

Hispanic Alliance Scholarship Fund

The Hispanic Alliance of Southeastern Connecticut would like to invite you to participate in our annual Hispanic Alliance Scholarship program. The awards will range from $500 to $2,000. This Hispanic Alliance is a not-for-profit 501 ©3 corporation dedicated to enhancing the Hispanic contribution to the Southeastern Connecticut Community.

The scholarship program is designed to help people of Hispanic heritage meet the financial needs associated with pursuing their post-secondary educational goals. Students of Hispanic heritage living in New London County and pursuing or planning to pursue accredited academic, vocational, or graduate programs (vocational, 2-year, 4-year, and graduate schools) are eligible. Any questions or further information contact Hispanic Alliance at 860-443-0022. Send completed applications to: Hispanic Alliance/Alianza Hispana, 234 State Street, New London, CT 06320, hispanicalliance@hotmail.com

The Historically Black College Alumni, Inc.
Morrill Scholarship Application
Deadline: May 26

The Historically Black College Alumni, Inc. Morrill Scholarship is based solely on the students scholastic ability, intellectual potential and personal integrity.
The applicants are not required to demonstrate a financial need or specify other sources of financial aid. The scholarship will be distributed directly to the award recipient.
All New London County High School seniors meeting the following requirements are eligible for the award:

1. Applicants must be accepted to an accredited four-year College or University.
2. Applicants must possess a minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 2.5 based on a 4.0 scale (C+ average).
3. Applicant must have taken the S.A.T. or the A.C.T. test.

PACKAGE SUBMITTAL

• Completed Application.
• Essay: Submit a typed essay of 500 words explaining what it means for you to be successful and how your community will benefit from it.
• Official Transcript.
• Proof of your acceptance to a 4-year college (if it is not available, you must provide the proof before you can receive the award).

Mail Three (3) copies of your completed package:

• this application,
• official transcript,
• typed essay, and
• proof of College acceptance (if available)

to:
H.B.C.A. Inc.
Morrill Scholarship Committee
PO Box 1385
New London, CT 06320.
Postmarked on or before May 26,
http://www.geocities.com/hbca_nl/morill_app.doc

The Italian Heritage & Cultural Committee of Norwich
The Frank Demicco Italian Heritage Scholarship Award
Deadline: May 1, ~ See Dr. Phillips by April 4 to be nominated.

The award, of one thousand dollars ($1,000), will be given to Four (4) graduating seniors of Italian descent whose work ethic, in school and outside of school, exemplifies promising qualities for a successful career and community service.

Each school may nominate no more than three applicants. The recipient need not necessarily be a top ranked student or planning to go on to college.

Applications should be retuned to:

The Italian Heritage & Cultural Committee of Norwich
c/o Dr. Joseph Levanto
18 Wayne Street, Norwich, CT 06360

Participating Schools:

• Academy of The Holy Family
• Griswold High School
• Montville High School
• Norwich Free Academy
• Norwich Regional Technical
• St. Bernard High School

The Italian Heritage & Cultural Committee of Norwich
192 Wightman Avenue, Norwich, CT 06360
Additional information: 889-0864

Marriott Foundation Supports
United Negro College Fund and
Hispanic College Fund
Application deadline is April 1st 2007

MARRIOTT SCHOLARS PROGRAM TO AWARD UP TO $500,000 ANNUALLY TO MINORITY HOSPITALITY COLLEGE STUDENTS

The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation announced today the launch of the Marriott Scholars Program at both the Hispanic College Fund (HCF) and the United Negro College Fund (UNCF). The Marriott Foundation will award grants of up to $500,000 annually to HCF and UNCF in support of scholarships for students pursuing degrees within the hospitality management, hotel management, culinary and food and beverage fields. Eligible Hispanic and African American students can apply for renewable scholarships of up to $9,000 annually in tuition support for up to four years.

As a part of the program, Marriott International managers and executives from the hotels and corporate offices, including Chairman and CEO J.W. "Bill" Marriott, Jr., will provide career guidance, mentoring, development and internship opportunities to scholarship recipients.

"We're excited about the possibilities these scholarships will create for students with a passion for our industry," said Bill Marriott. "Our goal is to work with these two outstanding organizations to provide eligible students with ongoing support throughout the entire process from mentoring and development to career options."

Applicants interested in applying for the Marriott Scholars Program must meet the following eligibility requirements. Candidates must be:

Hispanic or African American;
enrolled full-time in an accredited four-year college or university with a hospitality management program as an incoming college freshman, first year freshman or community college transfer; pursuing or planning to pursue a degree within the hospitality management, hotel management, culinary or food and beverage field; and
possess a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale.

Those interested can apply online at www.uncf.org/scholarships or www.hispanicfund.org

American Indian College Fund
Limited to students attending one of the 30 tribal colleges of the American Indian Higher Education Consortium.
8333 Greenwood Blvd., Denver, CO 80204
www.collegefund.org/main.shtml | info@collegefund.org
Tel: 303-426-8900 | Fax: 303-426-1200

MANA
A National Latina Organization
1725 K St. N.W., Suite 501, Washington, DC 20006
Deadline is April 1. Send a self-addressed, stamped, business size envelope for a scholarship application or print out a form from our home page.
www.hermana.org | hermana2@aol.com
Tel: 202-833-0060 | Fax: 202-496-0588

Hispanic Scholarship Fund
55 Second St., Suite 1500, San Francisco, CA 94105
www.hsf.net | info@hsf.net
Tel: 415-445-9930 or 877-473-4636

Native American Scholarship Fund, Inc.
8200 Mountain Road N.E., Suite 203
Albuquerque, NM 87110
www.free-4u.com/native_american_scholarship_fund,_inc.htm
NScholarsh@aol.com
Tel: 505-262-2351 | Fax: 505-262-0534

The College Fund/UNCF
Scholarships only to students attending UNCF member institutions.
Rebecca Bennett
Director of Program Services
rebecca.bennett@uncf.org
P.O. Box 10444
8260 Willow Oak Corporate Drive
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044
www.uncf.org; or www.uncf.org/scholarship/index.asp
Tel: 703-205-3400 or 800-331-2244 | Fax: 703-205-3550

INTERNSHIPS

Hispanic Link News Service Internships. Two internships will be awarded to Hispanics aspiring to be journalists. Applicants will be judged on basic writing skills (emphasis on English language), journalistic potential and commitment to pursuing journalism as a career. Interns will cover all branches of the federal establishment with special focus on activities that affect the nation’s Hispanics. Internships carry a $20,800 annual salary. Apply in the spring and fall to: Charles Ericksen, Hispanic Link News Service, 1420 N St. N.W., Washington, DC 20005; E-mail: info@hispaniclink.org; Tel: 202-234-0280; Fax: 202-234-4090.

Kaiser Media Internships in Urban Health Reporting. Twelve summer internships are offered by 11 major metropolitan newspapers and three television stations to young minority journalists or journalism graduates interested in reporting on urban public health issues. Interns are selected by the papers and television stations. Interns attend a one-week briefing on urban public health issues and health reporting at the National Press Foundation before beginning the internships. Interns receive a 12-week stipend, travel and project expenses. For information, write: Penny Duckham, executive director, Kaiser Media Fellowships Program, Kaiser Family Foundation, 2400 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025; www.kff.org; E-mail: pduckham@kff.org; Tel: 650-854-9400; Fax: 650-854-4800.

Knight Ridder Internships for Native American Journalists. Native American journalists are invited to apply for 10 to 12-week internships. Interns are placed in paid positions at Knight Ridder newspapers in the Midwest to pursue their career interests in reporting, writing, copyediting, design and photography. Successful interns may be invited to return to a Knight Ridder newspaper for additional internships and may be considered for future employment. Applications must be postmarked by Jan. 3. For application information, contact: Ruben Rosario, coordinator, Knight Ridder Native American Internship, St. Paul Pioneer Press, 345 Cedar St., St. Paul, MN 55101; Tel: 651-228-5454; or Jacqui Love Marshall, assistant vice president, Corporate Learning and Diversity, Knight-Ridder Inc., 50 W. San Fernando St., San Jose, CA 95113-2413; Tel: 408-938-7700.

Knight Ridder Rotating Internship Program. (Formerly Cap Cities/ABC Newspaper Internship.) A one-year training program in newspapers and online journalism for people of color. Successful candidates will work at several newspapers over the course of the year. Trainees receive a weekly salary, medical benefits and housing plus a moving stipend each time they move to another newspaper location. Trainees must have a car, insurance and valid driver’s license. For a list of participating newspapers and application requirements, write to: Knight Ridder Rotating Internship Program, Knight-Ridder, Inc., 50 W. San Fernando St., San Jose, CA 95113-2413; Tel: 408-938-7700.

For a complete listing visit: http://djnewspaperfund.dowjones.com/fund/cg_min_internships.asp

WORKSHOPS

Minority Student Medical Career Awareness Workshop
& Recruitment Fair for High School & College Students


The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) will hold it's Annual Meeting at the Hynes Convention Center, Marriott Copley Place, and Westin Copley Place from November 5-10, 2004. During this time, the Group and Student Affairs-Minority Affairs Section (GSA-MAS) and the AAMC Division of Diversity Policy and Programs are sponsoring their annual Minority Student Medical Career Awareness Workshop and Recruitment Fair. This workshop and fair are targeted to minority high-school students and college students, as well as other individuals interested in pursuing a career in medicine. Pre-health advisiors and parents are also invited to attend.

Career Fair Flyer
Career Workshops and Fair Schedule

Meet minority affairs officers, admissions officers, financial aid professionals, and medical students from U.S. medical schools and other health-professions schools. Take part in interactive activities and attend panel discussions on preparing for medical school, admissions, financial assistance, and summer programs.

Sponsored by the AAMC's Group on Student Affairs-Minority Affairs Section and Division of Diversity Policy and Programs and open to all interested high school students, college students, nontraditional students, post-baccalaureates, pre-health advisors, parents, and other interested individuals.

This is a FREE EVENT on Saturday, November 6, 2004, from 3 PM to 6 PM, at the Marriott Copely Place, 110 Huntington Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts,
617-236-5800. Students and interested attendees are not required to register.

Visit Open House College Fairs

Equal access to education can help disadvantaged students reach their true potential. College Summit is an organization that acts as a mentor to low-income students helping them to understand the value of a post-secondary education and how it can have a lasting impact on their lives. Visit the website: http://www.collegesummit.org/

Colby College, Waterville, Maine
 Discover Colby, a visitation program designed to give African, Latino/a, Asian, and Native-American (ALANA) students an in-depth look into life on our campus. 
Fall Programs:  10/20-21 and 11/17-18
Colby will provide round trip transportation, food and housing for every student selected to  participate in a Discover Colby Program. 
 Questions:  800-723-3032    Fax:  207-872-3474
 E-mail:  sisohne@colby.edu    Website:  www.colby.edu/admissions

New York University, New York City, NY
 A morning at Washington Square
Coles Sports Center - For African American and Latino Students
Questions:  212-998-4522 
Website:  www.nyu.edu/ugadmissions/receptions

Yale University  - Admissions Office and  Multi Cultural Recruitment Program  
Two Multi Cultural Student Programs
Any interested juniors or seniors who have demonstrated record of academic success and their parents are invited to attend.  
This year's Open House will attract promising students of color from throughout the Northeast and will feature sessions on admissions, financial aid, student life, and the extraordinary academic, cultural, and social resources of Yale.  In addition, they will have campus torus and have a number of Yale College students on hand to share their experiences.  Registration for the program will begin 
 at 8:30 AM in Dwight Hall.  For complete information on the programs visit: www.yale.edu/admit or call Christine Chu, Assistant Director of Multi cultural Recruitment, at 203-432-9316.

Historically Black College Alumni, Inc.
Black College Bus Tour

The purpose of the tour is to promote higher education with an emphasis on Historically Black Colleges & Universities. This program helps to inform students on the various options available to them after high school.

Students must submit an application, school transcript and two letters of recommendation from a school administrator and complete an interview. The interview will be scheduled after all required documentation is received. Any high school student completing the application process is eligible. The college tour includes 3 mandatory workshops. Students who fail to attend these workshops may be disqualified from the tour.

• Financial Aid Workshop
• Local College Fair
• Armed Services Seminar
• Tour Preparation Workshop
• Parent Orientation

• Morgan State University
• Howard University
• Hampton University
• Norfolk University
• Virginia State University
• Virginia Union University

6 days, 5 colleges, 3 workshops, Chartered Coach Transportation and Hotel accommodations are included in the cost.

Mail application and payment to:
HBCA, PO /Box 1385, New London, CT 06320
For Information Call:
MS. Patterson 445-5470 or Mr. Fanville 848-1847
Email us at:                                 hbca_nl@yahoo.com
Updates will be posted on:  http://www.geocities.com/hbca_nl

Frequently Asked Questions: http://www.geocities.com/hbca_nl/faqs.html

How To Assess The "Campus Climate" for Minority Students

1. Talk with an admissions counselor whenever you have a question.
2. Talk with current minority students, staff, and faculty -- Don’t base your judgement on what just one person says.
3. Visit classes and listen and observe.
4. Talk to members of minority organizations on campus.
5. Talk to a variety of students and not just minority students.
6. Talk with minority admissions officers.
7. Check out the cultural events and entertainment schedules.
8. Stay overnight with a minority student. Ms. Carmita L. McCoy, Associate Dean of Admissions Bates College