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Southeast
Conference Scholarship Program
- Deadline February 14th - $11,000 Available
Southeast Conference believes an educated workforce and opportunities
for lifelong learning are critical to the region's future. Further,
we recognize the important role of the University of Alaska Southeast
both as an economic engine for the region and as a key player in
workforce development.
In 1992, Southeast Conference, in partnership with the University
of Alaska Southeast, established a scholarship program to support
residents of the region pursue educational and career goals consistent
with our organization's objectives. Scholarship funds have been
raised through an auction that is generously supported by individuals
and businesses throughout Southeast and conducted each year at the
Southeast Conference annual meeting. This Cedar Hat was donated
to the 2002 auction by the City of Hydaburg. The 2003 Auction broke
all records, bringing in more than $22,000 for scholarships.
The
first scholarships were awarded in 1994 and, including those made
through the fall 2002 semester, Southeast Conference has awarded
nearly $100,000 in scholarships to almost 100 students attending
the University of Alaska Southeast. Recipients have come from the
region's largest and smallest communities and include new high school
graduates and others retooling for mid-life career changes.
In a move to secure more stable funding for the program, Southeast
Conference has established a scholarship endowment fund at the University
of Alaska Southeast. We salute our first major corporate sponsor,
Alaska Airlines, for its generous $25,000 initial donation to the
fund.
Who May Apply
Southeast Conference Scholarships are available to students officially
admitted to a degree or certificate program at the University of
Alaska Southeast. This includes the Juneau, Ketchikan and Sitka
campuses and those taking courses by distance delivery. Applicants
must be residents of Alaska, and must demonstrate their intent to
reside in and contribute to the betterment of southeast Alaska.
How To Apply - Click
here for an application
Southeast Conference Scholarship applications are available above,
from the University of Alaska Southeast via their website
(click here), Financial Aid Office in the Novatney Building,
Room 201, or by calling (907) 465-6255. The documents include the
standard UAS financial aid application forms with a supplemental
questionnaire specific to the Southeast Conference Scholarship.
The Selection Process
Applications for Southeast Conference Scholarships are reviewed
by a five-member committee comprised of members of Southeast Conference
and a representative of the University of Alaska Southeast. Successful
applicants will meet all requirements for financial aid as specified
in the current UAS course schedule. Factors that may influence the
award of Southeast Conference Scholarships include academic achievement,
financial need and the type of degree or certificate program in
which you are enrolled. Most favorable consideration is given to
those enrolled in programs that support or are consistent with the
goals of Southeast Conference. Consideration is additionally given
to the applicant's understanding of the region's economic base and
to their potential for contributing to the betterment of southeast
Alaska.
Direct requests for Southeast Conference Scholarship Applications
to:
University of Alaska Southeast
Financial Aid Office
Novatney Building, Room 201
11120 Glacier Highway
Juneau, AK 999801
Or call (907) 465-6255
For copies of a brochure or to inquire about the potential benefits
of contributing to the Southeast Conference Scholarship Endowment
Fund, please contact:
Southeast Conference
P. O. Box 21989
Juneau, AK 99802
Or call (907) 523-2310
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Southeast Conference
P.O.Box 21989, Juneau, Alaska 99802-1989.
Phone: (907) 523-2310
Fax: (907) 463-5670
info@seconference.org
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