West Valley Hospital Foundation Scholarship

Seniors who reside in Polk County or have a relative who works for West Valley Hospital are eligible to apply for this scholarship....IF...they have applied to a college in their field of healthcare study before applying for this scholarship.  The deadline to apply is March 31, 2012.  To receive a scholarship application, go to www.salemhealth.org/scholarships and click on the "West Valley Hospital Foundation Scholarship" link or contact Greta Mauze' at 503-831-3455.

Ayn Rand Essay Contest (grades 8-12)

The Ayn Rand Institute offers over $100,000 total in prize money each year to students who write spectacular essays in response to reading an Ayn Rand novel.  Novels vary for each grade level, and the deadlines are March 20 (grades 8-10), April 26 (grades 11-12), and May 5 (grades 10-12).  to read contest rules and submit your essay, go to:  http://aynrandeducation.org/essay-contests.html

Buick Achievers Scholarship Program

High School Seniors who plan to enroll full time at a four-year college or university in 2012 in the field of engineering, technology, design, or business...with an interest in the automotive industry are encouraged to apply for up to $100,000 ($25,000/year) in scholarships.  The deadline to apply is February 29, 2012.  For more information, go to:  www.buickachievers.com

WOU's 26th Annual Criminal Justice and Government Services Careers Day

If you are considering a career in the field of Criminal Justice or Government Services, consider attending the Career Day at Western Oregon University (Monmouth, Oregon) on Wednesday, March 7th from 10:30-2:15.  For detailed program information and individual student registration, go to:

www.wou.edu/student/admissions/visit_campus.php  and click on the appropriate link :)

(or go directly to the Career day page by clicking on the link below)

2011-2012 Campus Visitation Programs

Saturday, October 15:	Fall Preview Day I
Friday, November 4:	Making College Happen I
Saturday, November 12:	Fall Preview Day II
Saturday, January 21:	Winter Preview Day I
Friday, January 27:	Making College Happen II
Saturday, February 11:	Winter Preview Day II
Wednesday, March 7:	Criminal Justice Careers Day
Thursday, March 29:	Spring Break Visit
Saturday, April 28:	Spring Preview Day

Marion-Polk County Medical Society Scholarship

If you are a SENIOR and you are majoring in pre-med or nursing, check out the scholarship offered by the Marion-Polk County Medical Society.  The deadline for applications is February 24, 2012.

www.mpmedsociety.org

If you are a JUNIOR or SOPHOMORE, keep in mind that this scholarship is offered every year, so you'll have an opportunity to apply when you are a senior :)

West Salem Rotary Scholarship

High School Seniors who reside in West Salem are encouraged to apply for this local scholarship. The deadline for applications is March 16, 2012, but it's best to apply early.  Although the application is brief (see below), you have a better chance of winning this scholarship if you put extra time and detail into your application.  To apply, cut/paste the application below into a MS Word or other word processing software, complete the application, and mail it to the address specified.  See me if you have any questions.

WEST SALEM ROTARY CLUB

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

NAME_________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS______________________________________________________________

                  _______________________________________________________________

Phone         ______________________________________________________________

BIRTHDAY _________________    YEAR__________                 G.P.A.____________

NAME OF PARENTS____________________________________________________

ADDRESS ______________________________________________________________

                    ______________________________________________________________

OTHER SIBLINGS (Names & Ages)________________________________________

                    ______________________________________________________________

PARENT OCCUPATION/S_________________________________________________

                       

                    ______________________________________________________________

PARENT INCOME – Under $50K______$50-75_____$75-100_____OVER $100_____

STUDENT SCHOOL FINANCING – From Savings______________%

                                             

                           From Parents ______________%

                           From Others _______________%

HIGH SCHOOL ATTENDED_____________________________________________

           

             

UNIVERSITY OR TRADE SCHOOL NEXT YEAR

                        1. __________________________________________________________

2. ____________________________________________________

WHAT IS YOUR INTENDED MAJOR_____________________________________

-2-

How would you describe yourself ____________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

Would you prefer to be liked or respected by your friends and fellow students?  Why?

________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

What are you most proud of in your life________________________________________?

________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

Please prepare a one-page document covering your community activities, future plans and goals, which should be attached to this application.

            Parents or Guardian’s Signature – I certify this to be true.

                                                ________________________________________________

Please return to:  West Salem Rotary Club

                             C/o Gene Schlabach

                             1130 Wallace Road NW   

                              Salem, OR 97304

Best Buy Scholarship Program - for students in grades 9-12

Students in grades 9-12 living in the U.S. are eligible to apply.  Students need solid grades, plus community service or work experience.  Apply before February 15, 2012 at www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com

FAFSA help sessions on January 14th

Seniors and Parents of Seniors - If you haven't done your FAFSA yet, please do it ASAP by going to www.fafsa.ed.gov .  Remember, some of the grants (free money) are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis based upon the date you "file" your FAFSA, so the sooner the better!

If you would like help completing your FAFSA, you can attend one of the many FREE help sessions.  The next ones are coming up on January 14th from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Chemeketa (Salem and McMinnville campuses).  For more details, go to www.collegegoaloregon.org .  Bring (for both you and your parents) either 2010 or 2011 tax returns, current value of assets, social security numbers, driver's license, etc. with you and you can get it all done in one session :)

Northwest Christian University (Washington and Salem campuses) are coming to WMS

If you are interested in more information about Northwest Christian University www.northwestu.edu (either Washington or Salem campuses), they will be doing an admissions presentation together in the WMS Student Center during 2nd lunch this Friday, January 6th.   Students who sign up before noon on Thursday will have lunch provided for them. 

JUNIORS - now is the time to start "exploring your options", so sign up and check this one out! :)