December 13, 2007
by Cynthia Newell
December 13, 2007
Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC)
This scholarship program offers
students the opportunity to earn their degree and receive valuable
leadership and management skills while enjoying the benefits of an
exciting career. The basic requirements are:
• Be a U.S. Citizen
• Be at least 16 years of age, but not
older than 23 by June 30th
• Complete high school/equivalent
certificate
• Take the ACT or SAT test prior to
deadline and receive the minimum scores listed:
ACT Math = 21,
ACT English = 22;
SAT Math = 520, SAT
Verbal = 530
Selected applicants receive:
1. full tuition
& other financial benefits worth up to $180,000
2. $250 - $400
monthly tax-free allowance
May apply for Navy or Nurse Corpse.
For more information, contact Eric Samek at
Eric.samek@navy.mil or call his office at (316) 640-1653.
Pony Express Scholarship Essay
This essay contest will award 17 scholarships. Rules
include:
Topic must be “Compare and contrast the
present Pony Express re-ride with the original Pony Express of
1860.”
Provide a list of information sources
Be limited to a minimum of 300 or maximum
of 500 words
Applications are due March 12, 2008
Application forms are in Mrs. Newell’s office.
Newman University Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
The Occupational Therapy Assistant is
an allied health profession that many students interested in
science, education or psychology may find appealing as a career
choice. A strong employment outlook is expected through 2014 with
95% of graduates able to secure positions within 6-8 weeks post
graduation. Median starting salaries were 438,430 in 2004. The
Newman OTA education program is the only one in the state. They
accept new students each January. The application handbook is
available on their website at www.newmanu.edu/ot, or call (877)
639-6268 ext 2347.
Kansas State University
KSU has scheduled several spring
semester events for seniors. They are:
Monday, 2/11 Senior
Day
Monday, 2/18 Senior
Day
Monday, 3/10
Multicultural Pride Day
Friday, 3/28
College Success Seminar
Saturday, 3/29 ACT
Workshop
Saturday, 4/19 Open
House
You may register by calling 1-800-432-8270, or go to
http://consider.k-state.edu/specialevents/
Kansas State University – for men only
Acacia is an organization
founded on the pursuit of knowledge and leadership. In that spirit,
Acacia is awarding 1 leadership scholarship in amount of $1,000,
and 2 in amount of $500 each to incoming male freshmen at KSU.
Scholarship winners will be selected on the basis of merit as
displayed in an application form. These applications must be
postmarked no later than February 1, 2008.
Applications are in Mrs. Newell’s office.
Sigma Phi Epsilon Balanced Man Scholarship is for incoming freshmen who are “balanced.” These are men demonstrating outstanding excellence in all aspects of scholastics and extracurricular activities. The applicant is not bound to future membership of Sigma Phi Epsilon or even the Kansas State Greek System. Application deadline is April 15, 2008, and forms are available in the counselor’s office. Scholarships are 1=$1,000, 1=$500, 2=$250.
Carrico Implement in Beloit, Lincoln & Hays, KS is hosting a “Career Information Seminar” on January 14th. They are recruiting new employees, and the purpose of this event is to present information to help students make an informed decision as to whether a career at Carrico Implement would be a good choice for them. In addition to several displays and demonstrations, they will give you a look at some typical work scenarios. Students and parents are invited to attend the meal at 6:30, followed by the program at 7:30. Please RSVP by December 23rd.
