Gamma Chapter, Pi Kappa Phi
Gamma Scholar Awards
Application 2013
Background
Since its founding at UC Berkeley in 1909, the Gamma Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi has prided
itself in attracting leaders – leaders in the classroom, on the university campus, and across
the greater community. The Gamma Scholar Awards are intended to recognize and
reinforce our Chapter’s and Fraternity’s commitment to the ideals of scholarship,
leadership, and service.
The Gamma Scholar Awards are made available to deserving students by the Pi Kappa Phi
Foundation and Gamma Chapter Alumni Association. All applications will be reviewed by
an independent committee of Gamma alumni & the Chapter Archon.
Scholarship Descriptions/Criteria
Stephen Deftos Memorial Scholar Award (1) - $1,000
Named in honor of this Gamma alumnus, who was initiated in Fall 1986, the Stephen Deftos
Memorial Scholarship is the highest award for a member. This award will be presented to
the top applicant, as selected by the Gamma Scholarship Committee. A student who is
active and was initiated more than 1 semester before is eligible.
Jeff Chang Memorial Scholar Award (1) - $1,000
Named in honor of this Gamma alumnus, who was initiated in Fall 1994, the Jeff Chang
Memorial Scholarship is the highest award available to a Fall Associate Member. This
award will be presented to the top applicant, as selected by the Gamma Scholarship
Committee. A student who pledged and was initiated the previous Fall is eligible.
Gamma Scholar Award recipients show a strong commitment to academic excellence and
scholarly pursuits. Outside of the classroom, Gamma Scholars also distinguish themselves
through contributions to the chapter, Cal campus, and broader community.
To be eligible for this award, you must have completed the member education process
and be an active brother in good standing within the Fraternity.
In order for your application to be considered, you must comply with the following:
1. You are a member of Pi Kappa Phi, affiliated with the Gamma Chapter and in
good standing with the chapter. Your chapter Treasurer must initial the
application attesting to your good standing status.
2. You are enrolled in a full course of study at Cal.
3. You have cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better.
4. You have completely and thoroughly answered all questions.
5. You have submitted an unofficial transcript along with your application.
6. You have submitted a current copy of your resume.
Recognition
1. The Gamma Scholar Award winner will receive a grant in the amount of their award.
2. Winners will be publicly recognized in the Gammazette newsletter.
3. Award recipients will receive a commemorative plaque, recognizing this
accomplishment.
Applications should be sent via email to:
Cameron Ghazzagh, Gamma Chapter Academic Chair cghazzagh@berkeley.edu
Juan Serrano, Gamma Alumni Association Board President jmserra_99@yahoo.com
Gamma Chapter, Pi Kappa Phi
Gamma Scholar Awards
Application 2013
Deadline:
Emailed by May 20, 2013
Instructions
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Complete the Biographical Information portion of the application.
Answer questions on page two of this application by typing your responses.
Initial the criteria checklist.
Electronically sign and date the application.
Send application to:
Cameron Ghazzagh, Gamma Chapter Academic Chair cghazzagh@berkeley.edu
Juan Serrano, Gamma Alumni Association Board President (jmserra_99@yahoo.com)
Section 1: Biographical Information
Full Name: Last, First
Preferred Email: sampleemail@berkeley.edu
Cell Phone: Enter Phone Number Here
School Street Address: Enter School Address Here
City: Insert City Here
State: Insert State Here
Zip: Insert Zip Here
Anticipated Date of Graduation: Month / Year
Semester of Initiation into Gamma Chapter: Insert Semester Here
Major(s): Insert Major(s) Here
Minor(s): Insert Minor(s) Here
Total Credit Hrs/Units Completed: Insert Number of Credit Hours Here
Cumulative GPA: x.yz/4.00
Previous Term GPA: x.yz/4.00
Scholarship Applying for: Stephen Deftos or Jeff Chang Memorial Scholarships
Section 2: Applicant Information
1. Short Answer Response
“Education is the great engine of personal development. It is through education that
the daughter of a peasant can become a doctor, that a son of a mineworker can
become the head of the mine, that a child of farm workers can become the president of
a great nation. It is what we make out of what we have, not what we are given, that
separates one person from another.”
~Nelson Mandela
On a separate sheet of paper, in a concise statement (not to exceed two pages, 1.5
lines spacing), explain to the Scholarship Committee your thoughts on Nelson
Mandela’s quote. What opportunities have you created through your pursuits at UC
Berkeley, and how have you leveraged your experiences to create opportunities for
yourself and others?
2. Academic Goals / Objectives
On a separate sheet of paper, please give a short statement (not to exceed one page,
1.5 lines spacing) about your educational goals at Cal and what steps you have taken
to pursue these interests.
3. Leadership Activities
On a separate sheet of paper, list your leadership and extra-curricular activities
which you have been involved in during your time in college. Indicate the name of
the activity, a brief description and time frame, and the role you played.
4. Resume
Please submit a current copy of your resume (not to exceed 1 page).
Section 3: Criteria Checklist (Initial next to each statement)
Initial Here I am in good standing with my Chapter and have asked the Treasurer to submit
an email acknowledging so.
Initial Here I have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better.
Initial Here I have answered all questions completely and thoroughly.
Initial Here I have forwarded an unofficial transcript to the following address:
Type Your Name Here
Signature
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