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Student Scholarship Program

The CASE V Student Scholarship Program helps prepare undergraduate and graduate students for careers in institutional advancement (alumni and/or constituent relations, development, and communications).

Selection Criteria

To qualify for the scholarship applicants must:

• be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student
• be affiliated with some aspect of the advancement program at his/her institution (e.g., employment in one of the professional areas indicated above, or participation in a student alumni or foundation organization)
• be interested in pursuing a career in the advancement field
• have a sponsor who is associated with the applicable institution

Award

Five scholarship recipients will receive:

• complimentary registration to the CASE District V Conference in Chicago (including the Saturday Newcomers Pre-Conference Program)
• three nights accommodations at Sheraton Chicago Hotel and Towers
• a mentor assigned by career interest

Student recipients will participate in the newcomers program as well as in the full range of workshops and professional enrichment sessions, including round tables and special interest sessions. Recipients will also be able to access the vendor exhibit area and career placement center.

The total value of the scholarship is over $700. Institutions endorsing winners are asked to fund transportation and meals.

Application

Applicants must:

• complete and return the application form (Word document) by Oct. 5
• submit a statement of career objectives
• submit a resume or statement of educational and work experience
• submit a list of employment, campus or civic activities related to institutional advancement
• submit a letter of recommendation from their sponsor

For more information, contact:

Jennifer Heisey
Program Director
University of Cincinnati Alumni Association
Russell C. Myers Alumni Center
P.O. Box 210024
Cincinnati, OH 45221-0024
PHONE: 513-556-4454
FAX: 513-556-3011
heiseyj@ucmail.uc.edu

Past recipients

View a list of past recipients of this award.