FGI
FASHION GROUP INTERNATIONAL, INC.
It is that time of year again
when students begin to wonder . . .
‘How will I afford college next year?
If this is a concern to you, perhaps an
FGI scholarship could be of assistance.
Each year FGI awards scholarships—
undergraduate or graduate.
This year FGI will award four $2,000 scholarships.
Scholarship applications and requirements are available
from:
Fashion Group International
Scholarship Program
The Fashion Group International, Minneapolis/St. Paul Chapter provides a scholarship
program for students in fashion related majors or programs, who demonstrate both
academic and leadership qualities and show the potential for a successful career in the
fashion industry. This scholarship program is supported by the mission of the Fashion
Group International Foundation that states in part:
“To foster international understanding and broaden world-wide the scope and
impact of fashion studies, by promoting educational programs devoted to
fashion . . . and to inspire a keener interest in the fashion industries by providing
scholarships . . . for the field of fashion.”
The Minneapolis/St. Paul Chapter received a gift from Fashion Group International
member, Ruth Shipley to establish a scholarship fund that is currently supported by a
generous gift from Target Corporation.
Scholarship Criteria:

Undergraduate or graduate student in good academic standing in a fashion related
program or major (3.0 grade point average or above).

Demonstrated leadership qualities.
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Goals that include a career in fashion such as sales, marketing, merchandising,
promotion, public relations, design, or production.
Application process:
Applications are available with criteria and deadlines. A scholarship committee will meet
to review the applications and choose the recipient(s). The application requires two
letters of support (one must be from a faculty member), an expression of financial need,
a current transcript, and a personal statement.
Applications/questions should be directed to:
Dr. Barbara Heinemann
2214 Ferris Lane
Roseville, MN 55113
(651) 644-5136, bheinema@umn.edu
THE
FASHION GROUP
INTERNATIONAL, INC.
STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM
Four $2,000 Scholarships will be awarded (undergraduate or graduate). These
scholarships are designed to assist a student pursuing a career in a fashion related field
for the 2009-2010 school year.
Applications must be postmarked: May 15, 2009―awarded by: September 15, 2009
NAME_____________________________________________________________
Home Address______________________________________________________
City _________________________________ State _____Zip ___________
Home Telephone___________________________ School Telephone_____________
Name of School _____________________________________________________
School Address _____________________________________________________
City __________________________________State _____Zip ___________
Home many years attended ______________
Social Security# ______________
List business experience and/or outside activities _______________________________
Degree/Program pursuing _____________________________________________
College credits completed _____________________________________________
Expected year of completion ___________________________________________
Attach the following:
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1 page explanation of career goals and why you’ve chosen this career
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current grade transcript
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two letters of recommendation (one letter must be from a faculty member)
Signature of applicant _____________________________Date submitted_________
Mail completed application to:
Dr. Barbara Heinemann
2214 Ferris Lane
Roseville, MN 55113
THE
FASHION GROUP
INTERNATIONAL, INC.
SCHOLARSHIP RECOMMENDATION FORM
Return by May 15, 2009, to:
Dr. Barbara Heinemann
2214 Ferris Lane
Roseville, MN 55113
APPLICANT'S WAIVER STATEMENT: (Name and Signature to be filled out by the student)
I hereby waive my rights to inspect and review this form:
Name of Applicant:_____________________________________________________________
Signature of Applicant: __________________________________________________________
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EVALUATOR SECTION: the following part of the form is to be filled out by the evaluator ― a
faculty member, employer, or volunteer supervisor:
This form completed by: ________________________________________________________
Name
Position/Title
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Below is a list of important personal characteristics and abilities for a successful scholarship
applicant. Please rate (see rating scale on next page) on a scale of 1 - 5 your perceptions of this
applicant. If you have no criteria for an answer, write NA (not applicable).
RECOMMENDATION CHECK LIST
The Student
Rating *
Exhibits skillful written and oral
expression
Shows intellectual curiosity and
evidence of scholarship
Takes both leadership and team
member roles inside and outside
the classroom
Shows professionalism ―
belongs to professional/student
organizations, attends meetings
Shows professionalism ―
displays classroom decorum
Is involved in activities beyond
the classroom
Exhibits courtesy, tact, selfdiscipline, initiative, and
enthusiasm
Comments
* Rating Scale:
In the top 5% of all students/employees I have worked with
In the top 10% of all students/employees I have worked with
In the top 20% of all students/employees I have worked with
In the top 25% of all students/employees I have worked with
In the top 50% of all students/employees I have worked with
NA / not applicable / no chance to observe
=5
=4
=3
=2
=1
Please write a short statement, or attach a statement telling why you think this student
should be considered for a Fashion Group International scholarship.