Women in
Science Scholarship
(Science, Technology, Engineering or Math)
2014 APPLICATION
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Women in Science
A Zonta Club of Milwaukee Scholarship
Zonta
Zonta is a global organization of 30,000 professionals and executives in 1,200 clubs and 65 countries around the
world, who share a commitment to working for women’s rights and gender equality. Zonta envisions a world in
which women’s rights are recognized as human rights, and every woman is able to achieve her full potential. In
such a world, every woman is literate and has access to education, health care, legal and economic resources on
an equal basis with men. In such a world, no woman lives in fear of violence. More information about Zonta
International and the Zonta Club of Milwaukee can be found at www.zonta.org and www.zontamilwaukee.org
General Information
The Zonta Club of Milwaukee Foundation established the Women in Science Scholarship in 2005. It was
designed to encourage women to pursue undergraduate degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math
(STEM). The Zonta Club of Milwaukee awards the $1,000 scholarship for third or fourth year undergraduate
studies, to a student who demonstrates outstanding potential in her chosen field. The scholarship may be used
at any university, college or institute offering accredited courses and degrees.
Requirements
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
1. Be eligible to enter the third or fourth year of an undergraduate degree program at an accredited
university/college/institute at the time the funds are received.
2. Have achieved an outstanding academic record during the first two-three years of academic studies.
3. Demonstrate intent to complete a program in science, technology, engineering or math and pursue a
career in her chosen field of study.
How to Apply
Complete an official application that can be found on the Zonta Club of Milwaukee Web site at:
www.zontamilwaukee.org/OurScholarships.
You will also need:
1. One confidential recommendation from a faculty member in your major field of study.
2. One confidential recommendation from an employer, volunteer supervisor, or academic advisor.
(Members of Zonta are not eligible to write recommendation letters for applicants.)
3. An essay in 300 words or less that clearly describes your academic and professional goals, the relevance
of your program of study, and how the Scholarship will assist you in reaching your goals.
4. Verification of enrollment from the university/college/institute registrar. Transcripts of grades or
equivalent records for all universities, colleges, or institutes, with an explanation of the grading system
with each transcript submitted.
Due Date
Applications must be delivered to the Zonta Club of Milwaukee by May 28, 2014 at the following address:
Zonta Club of Milwaukee, c/o Scholarship Team, P.O. Box 1494, Milwaukee, WI 53203
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Women in Science
A Zonta Club of Milwaukee Scholarship
Scholarship Application
Mail for delivery by May 28, 2014
Mail to::
Direct any questions to:
zcscholarship@zontamilwaukee.org
Zonta Club of Milwaukee
c/o Scholarship Team
P.O. Box 1494
Milwaukee, WI 53203
All forms can be downloaded at:
www.zontamilwaukee.org/OurScholarships
Name:
Last (Family)
First
Middle
Mailing Address:
City:
E-mail Address:
State:
Postal Code:
_______________________________
University/College/Institute currently attending:
Department:
Telephone:
Country:
________________
___________________________________________
Major/Field of Study:
Plans for Study under the Women in Science Scholarship:
Degree Sought:
Current Year of Study:
Name of University/College/Institute:
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Academic Background
Applicants are required to send transcripts of grades or equivalent records from all universities, colleges,
and institutes attended. An explanation of the grading system must be included for each transcript.
University/College/Institute
(Year) to (Year)
Major Field
Date of Degree/Anticipated
Scholarships, Fellowships, Honors Received During the Studies Listed Above
Attach an additional sheet if necessary.
Date:
Date:
Date:
Date:
Date:
Date:
Date:
Volunteer and Other Activities
Describe your volunteer, non-scholastic activities, memberships and cultural interests.
Employment
From
(Month/Year)
To
(Month/Year)
Employer
Address
Type of Work or
Position Held
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Professional Information and Goals
Describe your academic and professional goals, the relevance of your program to the field of
science, technology, engineering or math, and how the Zonta Club on Milwasukee’s Women in
Science Scholarship will assist you in reaching your goals. (300 words or less)
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Recommendations
Please give one of the attached recommendation forms to a Faculty Member in the major field of study
and the other to an Employer, Volunteer Supervisor, or Academic Advisor. These references are to be
confidential and enclosed in a sealed envelope signed by the reference.
Please list below those who will submit recommendations:
Name
Title
University/College/Institute
1.
2.
Declaration by Applicant
I certify that all of the information contained in my application form is accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I understand that, at the option of the Zonta Club of Milwaukee, I may be interviewed
as a candidate for the “Women in Science Scholarship.” I consent to the review and release of this
application to the appropriate persons of Zonta Foundation Inc. and Zonta Club of Milwaukee.
I grant permission to the Zonta Club of Milwaukee and Zonta Foundation Inc. to use my name and
photograph in the literature designed to promote the Zonta Women in Science Scholarship. I waive
any right to review the letters of recommendation and attest these letters have been written in
confidence.
Signature
Date
How did you learn of the Women in Science Scholarship?
Applicant Checklist
Please check the appropriate items:
Please check all items included with the
application:
Newspaper
Department/Teacher
Directory of Grants at University of Financial Aid Office
Directory of Grants not at University (e.g. public libraries)
Web site (name):
Zonta Club Member:
Zonta Club of:
Other:
Transcripts
Recommendation from faculty
Recommendation employer/advisor
Verification of enrollment
Essay
Signature
Explanation for missing items:
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Women in Science
A Zonta Club of Milwaukee Scholarship
Recommendation
Mail for delivery by May 28, 2014
Mail to:
Direct any questions to:
zcscholarship@zontamilwaukee.org
Zonta Club of Milwaukee
c/o Scholarship Team
P.O. Box 1494
Milwaukee, WI 53203
All forms can be downloaded at:
www.zontamilwaukee.org/OurScholarships
Applicant:
Last (Family) Name
First
Middle
Recommendation from:
Name (please print)
Position/Title
The applicant above has applied for a Zonta Club of Milwaukee Technical Specialty Scholarship. Please discuss
the applicant’s accomplishments, motivation, potential for expanding awareness of women’s and community issues.
How long have you known the applicant?
Please rate the applicant with respect to your experience with other students/employees in this field/position:
Exceptional
Date
Very Good
Good
Average
Below Average
Insufficient opportunity
to observe
Signature
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Women in Science
A Zonta Club of Milwaukee Scholarship
Recommendation
Mail for delivery by May 28, 2014
Mail to:
Direct any questions to:
zcscholarship@zontamilwaukee.org
Zonta Club of Milwaukee
c/o Scholarship Team
P.O. Box 1494
Milwaukee, WI 53203
All forms can be downloaded at:
www.zontamilwaukee.org/OurScholarships
Applicant:
Last (Family) Name
First
Middle
Recommendation from:
Name (please print)
Position/Title
The applicant above has applied for a Zonta Club of Milwaukee Technical Specialty Scholarship. Please discuss
the applicant’s accomplishments, motivation, potential for expanding awareness of women’s and community issues.
How long have you known the applicant?
Please rate the applicant with respect to your experience with other students/employees in this field/position:
Exceptional
Date
Very Good
Good
Average
Below Average
Insufficient opportunity
to observe
Signature
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Women in Science
A Zonta Club of Milwaukee Scholarship
Verification of Enrollment
Mail for delivery by May 28, 2014
Mail to:
Direct any questions to:
zcscholarship@zontamilwaukee.org
Zonta Club of Milwaukee
c/o Scholarship Team
P.O. Box 1494
Milwaukee, WI 53203
All forms can be downloaded at:
www.zontamilwaukee.org/OurScholarships
Name of School:
I certify that
is currently enrolled in
(name)
at
(grade level)
(name of school)
(school address)
Date
Signature of School Official
(Official School Stamp)
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