UNITY Scholarships

Please check the opportunities page on the UNITY website which now features many fellowship, award and scholarship opportunities for journalists!

Take special note of two opportunities with immediate upcoming deadlines featured below - the Online News Association Awards and the Lilly Scholarships. These are just examples of the kinds of opportunities that you can now find on the UNITY website.

Denny’s Single Parent Student Scholarship

Denny’s Single Parent Student Scholarship

The program will provide financial need-based scholarships to single parent students. In addition to the awarded scholarship Denny’s will also provide each recipient with a Kids Eat Free coupon.Â

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Deadline: May 15th, 2009!
Individual Award: $1,500

Student Qualifications:
• Be of Hispanic background
• Be a full-time undergraduate student pursuing a degree in any discipline
• Be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident residing in the United States or Puerto Rico
• Have demonstrated financial need
• Be in good academic standing with a cumulative grade point average of a min. 3.0
• Demonstrate he/she is a single parent
• Copy of child’s birth certificate, showing applicant’s name as parent
• Agree to participate in Program publicity, if requested

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NSHMBA's 2009 Scholarship Program

NSHMBA's 2009 Scholarship Program

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The National Society of Hispanic MBAs, which exists "to foster Hispanic leadership through graduate management education and professional development, " has established a scholarship program to assist qualified Hispanics to pursue MBAs. Scholarships are offered each year for full- and part-time study at an accredited (AACSB) institution of the student's choice.

The application period for the 2009 Scholarship is from February 1 through April 30, 2009. Scholarship candidates are being selected on the basis of academic achievement, work experience, financial need, personal statement of goals and aspirations, community service, letters of recommendation, and NSHMBA ambassadorship.

The awards are a combination of scholarship funds and reimbursements for travel to a NSHMBA conference. There are three award levels for full-time study:

* $5,000 awards consisting of a $4,750 scholarship and $250 travel Reimbursement.
* $7,500 awards consisting of a $7,250 scholarship and $250 travel
Reimbursement.
* Have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or the
equivalent) from either a bachelors degree or masters degree. OR have
a minimum grade point average of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale (or the
equivalent) from a bachelors degree in combination with two years of
full-time work experience.
* $10,000 awards granted to the top 5 applicants who demonstrate
financial need of $10,000 or more. These awards consist of a $9,750
scholarship and $250 travel Reimbursement.

There is one level for part-time study: $2,500 awards consisting of a
$2,250 scholarship and $250 travel Reimbursement.

Awards are renewable for up to one year or until a Master's Degree is
earned, whichever occurs first. Renewal is contingent upon the
recipient meeting the following requirements:

* Maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above on a
4.0 scale (or the equivalent) in current degree program.
* Participate in at least two NSHMBA chapter, regional, or national events by April 30, 2009.

Renewal applications will be sent to eligible recipients in December.

ELIGIBILITY - Applicants must:

* Be United States Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident
* Be of Hispanic heritage
* Have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or the
equivalent) from either a bachelors degree or masters degree. OR have
a minimum grade point average of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale (or the equivalent) from a bachelors degree in combination with two years of full-time work experience.
* Be current NSHMBA member. (Student Member ID required.

Applicants who are not currently a NSHMBA member may apply now at the
applicant rate.
* Be enrolled in a graduate business program in a college or university in the United States or Puerto Rico, accredited by the AACSB (AACSB International) at the time of award.

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Apply for NAHJ Scholarships Now!

Apply for NAHJ Scholarships Now!

Applications are now available for NAHJ's scholarships awarded annually to aspiring Latino journalists and other students committed to journalism. All applications are to be completed online and the deadline is:

April 6, 2009.

NAHJ scholarships are awarded through the Rubén Salazar Scholarship Fund, established in honor of the Latino journalism pioneer who was killed by a tear gas projectile from an L.A. County Sheriff while he covered an anti-Vietnam War demonstration in 1970. With last year's $91,000 awarded to 35 students, NAHJ has given out a total of more than $1.5 million in financial aid to more than 550 aspiring journalists since the fund began operating in 1987.

Scholarships are possible this year thanks to contributions from individuals, corporations and foundations, including annual donations from Noticiero Univisión Co-anchor María Elena Salinas, FOX News Senior Correspondent Geraldo Rivera, theSamuel Newhouse Foundation and the Ford Motor Company.

Scholarships are open to a range of students – from incoming freshmen to graduate students – depending on the guidelines and criteria for each category or the donor of the scholarship. For more information on the scholarships, criteria, and the application, please go to http://www.nahj. org/educationalp rograms/nahjscho larships. shtml

The scholarships are part of NAHJ's educational and professional development programs, which include annual conventions, student media training projects, journalism workshops, multimedia training, a new job bank and career center and much more. Through these programs, NAHJ seeks to boost the number of Latinos in newsrooms and to create a path toward achieving more fair and accurate coverage of the Hispanic community.

For more information on the scholarships, you may also contact Virginia Galindo, Program Assistant-Natl Asoc of Hispanic Journalists at
(202) 662-7145 or via email atvgalindo@nahj. org.

For more information about the National Association of Hispanic
Journalists:
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Scholarships Available for Hospitality Students

Scholarships Available for Hospitality Students

The Marriott Scholars program is currently accepting applications from students in the hospitality management, hotel management, culinary, or food and beverage fields. We have received few applications so far, and have $100,000 in scholarship funds to award this year. Scholarships cover a student’s full tuition up to $9,000.

We are only accepting applications until January 31st!

For more information AND to apply, please go to http://scholarships .hispanicfund. org/Marriott. If you have any questions, please contact Auri Duarte at aduarte@hispanicfun d.org.

Marriott Scholars Program

Application Deadline: January 31st, 2009
Individual Awards: Full Tuition up to $9,000
Eligibility Requirements – Each student must…

Be of Hispanic/Latino heritage
Be U.S. citizen or permanent resident residing in the United States or Puerto Rico
Plan to enroll as a full-time undergraduate student during the 2009 – 2010 school year in an accredited four-year college or university in the U.S. with a hospitality management or culinary program.
Plan to pursue a degree within the hospitality management, hotel management, culinary, or food and beverage field
Have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale
Selected Students Will Benefit from:
· A full renewable scholarship, up to $9,000 to cover tuition and fees
· Internship opportunities with Marriott International
· The opportunity to win a trip to Washington , D.C.
- Network with influential leaders and executives
- Learn career skills through workshops and mentoring
- Attend the Annual Hispanic College Fund Scholarship Awards Gala

Application can be found at http://scholarships .hispanicfund. org/marriott

Scholarships for future Computer Scientists!

Scholarships for future Computer Scientists!

The Google Scholarship program is currently accepting applications from students studying computer science or computer engineering who are juniors or seniors in college or pursuing a Master's or PhD. We have received few applications so far, and have $200,000 in scholarship funds to award this year.

Individual scholarships are for $10,000. Selected students will be invited to an all-expenses paid trip to the Google Headquarters in California in spring 2010.

For more information AND to apply, please go to http://scholarships .hispanicfund. org/google. If you have any questions, please contact Auri Duarte at aduarte@hispanicfun d.org.
The Google Scholarship Program

Application Deadline: March 15th, 2009
Individual Awards: $10,000
Eligibility Requirements:

Must be of Hispanic background
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident residing in the United States
Must be studying full-time in the United States or Puerto Rico
Must have a minimum GPA of a 3.5 on a 4.0 scale
Must demonstrate financial need
Must be a junior or senior undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in computer science or computer engineering for the 2009-2010 academic year
Selected Students Will Benefit from:
· Scholarship is $10,000 to cover tuition and fees
· An all-expenses paid trip to the Google Headquarters in California in spring 2010
· The opportunity to win a trip to Washington , D.C.
- Network with influential leaders and executives
- Learn career skills through workshops and mentoring
- Attend the Annual Hispanic College Fund Scholarship Awards Gala

Application can be found at http://scholarships .hispanicfund. org/google

Hispanic College Fund to Open Scholarship Application

$2 Million in College Scholarships Available for Hispanic Students in 2009

Hispanic College Fund to Open Scholarship Application

Washington, D.C.—In line with its mission to develop the next generation of Hispanic professionals, the Hispanic College Fund (HCF) will open applications for its 2009 scholarships on December 15, 2008. Scholarships will be available for undergraduate and graduate students who are seeking cutting-edge careers as engineers, pharmacists, nurses, doctors, hotel executives, chief financial officers, and much more.

Ranging from $500 to $10,000, most scholarships are renewable. Students can apply at www.hispanicfund.org/scholarships.

In 2008, 112 students from California received a scholarship from the Hispanic College Fund.

“I was excited to find out that I was awarded a scholarship from HCF this year,” said Mario Rosas, a 2008 Hispanic College Fund Scholar and current freshman at the University of Texas at El Paso. “Without financial assistance from the Hispanic College Fund, I would not otherwise be able to pursue my degree in metallurgical and materials science engineering or network with top-level employees at Lockheed Martin, my scholarship sponsor.”

In 2009, as in past years, students who are awarded a scholarship will be eligible for Hispanic Young Professionals (HYP). HYP is a competitive program that brings 35 high-achieving HCF scholars from around the nation to Washington, D.C., for leadership and skill-building workshops on mentoring, networking, resume writing, and more. Students even find opportunities to land a summer internship or a job with some of the nation’s major corporations.

“In 2008, HCF awarded more than 600 scholarships to deserving students from across the nation,” said Idalia Fernandez, president of the Hispanic College Fund. “We encourage students to take advantage of the opportunities these scholarships provide for them. In addition to helping finance students’ educations, we open doors for our scholars by welcoming them into our professional network.”

In 2008, 49 percent of HCF scholars majored in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields; 34 percent majored in business-related fields; 15 percent majored in the humanities; and 2 percent majored in fine arts.

Job opportunities in STEM, business, hospitality, and health care are growing due to the burgeoning talent gap left by the retiring baby boomers. Latino students can fill that demand while also bringing their culture and experience to professions where Latinos are underrepresented.

The online application and eligibility criteria for all scholarships are available at www.hispanicfund.org/scholarships.

Students can also receive college and career tips by signing up for the Hispanic College Fund newsletter at http://www.hispanicfund.org/newsletter-sign-up/.
About the Hispanic College Fund
Founded in 1993, the Hispanic College Fund is a nonprofit organization that provides Hispanic high school and college students with the vision, resources, and mentorship needed to become community leaders and achieve successful careers in business, science, technology, engineering and math.
The Hispanic College Fund has an annual budget of $6 million with 20 full-time employees. In 2006, the Hispanic College Fund received the Brillante award for "Nonprofit of the Year" from the National Society of Hispanic MBAs, and in 2007 was recognized by USA Today as one of the nation's top 25 charities.
Website: www.hispanicfund.org
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The Marriott Scholarship Opens November 1, 2008.

The Marriott Scholarship Opens November 1, 2008.

The 2009 Scholarship General Application Process Will Open on December 15, 2008 and Close on March 15, 2009.

Click here to sign up for the Hispanic College Fund Newsletter and be alerted when the scholarship applications open!

Last year the Hispanic College Fund awarded $1.8 million to more than 615 students nationwide. More than 80 percent of the scholarships that were awarded were for students studying business, science, technology, engineering, and math.

HCF Scholars include some of the nation's top college students. Through the HCF network, students have started careers at companies like Lockheed Martin, Estee Lauder Companies, and Google.
Who Can Apply?

The minimum eligibility criteria for HCF scholarship programs are:

* Must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident residing in the 50 states or Puerto Rico
* Must have a minimum GPA of a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
* Must plan to enroll as a full-time undergraduate student from all 2008 - Spring 2009
* Must plan to be enrolled in a college or university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico

Each scholarship program has its own set of criteria. Each scholarship application site will state the full list of requirements for each program.

NASA-MUST Scholarship Program

NASA-MUST Scholarship Program
Motivating Undergraduates in Science and Technology

MUST (Motivating Undergraduates in Science and Technology) is a prestigious program created to support the best and brightest students in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) disciplines.

Program participants receive a scholarship, NASA internship, mentors, and access to a wealth of professional development opportunities.
The program offers:

* A one year competitive scholarship covering up to one-half of tuition and fees, not to exceed $10,000 per academic year. The scholarship is renewable through the student's junior year provided that all eligibility criteria continue to be met.
* Support from MUST P.A.S.S. (Professional and Academic Support System) providing scholars with access to tutors, scientific and academic mentors, and professional development/leadership training.
* A maximum stipend of $7,000 to participate in a summer research experience at a NASA Center. Students will have the opportunity to participate in a paid internship at one of ten nationwide NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) centers.
* Invaluable resources, insight, and experience to further STEM education and career aspirations from the MUST Consortium, comprised of three member organizations: the Hispanic College Fund, the United Negro College Fund Special Programs Corporation, and the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers.

Eligibility requirements:

* Must be a U.S. citizen. Students from underrepresented groups (women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals from rural and low-income communities) are encouraged to apply.
* Must reside in the United States or a U.S. Territory and hold full-time academic status at an accredited college or university.
* Must be a rising college freshman, sophomore or junior during the time of application. Students with senior status are not eligible.
* Must earn and maintain a cumulative grade point average of no less than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (un-weighted).
* Must be pursuing a physical science, technology, engineering, or mathematics degree.

NASA MUST Scholarship opens November 1, 2008, click here to apply
Deadline for Applications: February 2, 2009