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Montana Gerontology Society Scholarship Announcement

2009-11-20

The Montana Gerontology Society (MGS) is sponsoring a $1000 scholarship for a Montana student who is pursuing a career in the field of aging.  The scholarship will be awarded at the annual conference, which will be held Spring 2010 in Missoula, Montana.  A one-year membership to Montana Gerontology Society and a waiver of the registration fees for the annual meeting will also be included with this award.  The student awarded the scholarship is expected to attend the annual conference in order to receive the award.  In addition, the student is expected to submit a short article or review for a Montana Gerontology Society Newsletter.

Eligible candidates must be currently enrolled in at least six (6) credit hours per semester AND must be enrolled in at least six credit hours the semester following receipt of the award at the annual conference.  Preference will be given to a student attending a university or college in Montana.

For full consideration for this award, each student MUST submit:
1.  Completed application;
2.  Copy of transcript or other educational records;
3.  Two (2) letters of recommendation from Deans, Professors, Advisors, or Supervisors (forms provided).  Note that at least one recommendation must be from a faculty member;
4.  Resume or vitae demonstrating commitment to work in the field of aging through courses, volunteer activities, work experiences, etc.:
5.  Personal statement: Written essay identifying academic and professional goals demonstrating pursuit of achievements in the field of aging (250 words limit; typed).  Include a profile of past gerontology experience, a description of how the scholarship will assist your studies and future educational plans in gerontology;

Applications and additional information are available in the Financial Aid Office.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: MARCH 1, 2010