SENIOR BULLETIN #13 - April 2010

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SCHOLARSHIPS

NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Are you a History Buff?  Enjoy Politics?  Government or Military Service in your Future?   Visit www.gwcf.org or call Washington Crossing Foundation at 1-215-949-8841. Scholarships from $1000 to $7500 are available.

SINO-AMERICAN PHARMACEUTICAL SCHOLARSHIP

The SAPA Scholarship & Excellence in Education Scholars will award a one-time $1,000 tuition payment based on merit to an outstanding student who will pursue careers in life sciences.  Criteria:  Must have a GPA above 3.3, minimum SAT score of 2000 and be in the top ten of the class.  For more information, visit http://www.sapaweb.org.

Deadline:  April 30, 2010  G.O.   

 CINCINNATI SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION

The Cincinnati Scholarship Foundation has help thousands of students to achieve their dream of a college education.  The criteria for a scholarship will be determined by the donors from community organizations, businesses, and individuals.  Most scholarships are “need-based”, and will help to cover the cost of education after all other federal, state, and campus-based aid have been awarded.  G.O.

Deadline:  April 30, 2010.

 THE OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY, INC.

The Ernest E. Just Scholarship will award monies to deserving and aspiring African-American male students.  Recipients must exemplify excellence in Maturity, Citizenship, Scholastic Ability and Leadership.  Must have at least a 2.5 or higher GPA.  Deadline:  April 30, 2010  G.O.

 **CINCINNATI CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER

The William K. Schubert, MD Minority Nursing Scholarship is to increase diversity of registered nurses at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center.  The program grants awards of $2,750 per year.  Students must have and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.75.  Deadline:  April 30, 2010.  G.O.

 **NORTHROP GRUMMAN ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIP

The Northrop Grumman Corporation will award two $10,000 scholarships to any student interested in pursuing an engineering career.  Must have a minimum GPA of 3.5.  Deadline:  April 30, 2010

 **THE BRUCE YEAGER SCHOLARSHIP

Two recipients of this scholarship will receive $500 each; one student attending The University of Toledo and one student attending Bowling Green State University.  The students must display friendship, knowledge, service, morality, and excellence.  G.O.  Deadline:  August 31, 2010

 SIGMA PHI EPSILON FRATERNITY

Multiple Balanced Man Scholarships will award scholarships to outstanding freshmen males attending one of the following colleges next year:  The Ohio State University, University of Cincinnati, Miami University, University of Toledo or Bowling Green State University.  Deadline:  Various  G.O.

 **THE UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO

Blue & Gold Guarantee Scholar Award Program is offering free tuition for students with a 3.0 GPA and Pell eligibility.  For additional information,  www.ohiomentor.org/applications/university of_toledo/apply.html  Deadline:  May 1, 2010

 **EXXONMOBIL BERNARD HARRIS MATH & SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP

Four scholarships for two males and two females, with a value of $5,000 each, will be awarded to two African American and two Hispanic students.  Criteria include evidence of leadership skills or community service in the area of Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics and your commitment to pursue a career in a STEM field with a minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA.  Deadline:  May 14, 2010  G.O.

 THE GRANT C. ALEXANDER SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION

This foundation will award two “last dollars” funds to academically worthy and financially eligible students attending a non-proprietary college full-time who have overcame a hardship and has written an essay either explaining their career/life goals, or their hardship. Deadline:  May 15, 2010  G.O.

 GENERAL INFORMATION

 THE SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM

Every male student living in America and U.S. citizen is required to register with Selective Service within 30 days of his 18^th birthday.  It is his legal and civic responsibility and it’s the law!  Register with Selective Service www.sss.gov.

 SUMMER PROGRAMS

 HISPANIC NATIONAL BAR FOUNDATION

Future Latino Leaders Law Camp will be held July 3-11, 2010 in Washington, D.C. 

Deadline:  May 1, 2010  G.O.

 UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI

Emerging Ethnic Engineers Program will increase the awareness and interest of underrepresented ethnic students relating to engineering, and increase the number of these students who will be admissible to the college.  Deadline:  May 3, 2010  G.O.

 CENTRAL STATE UNIVERSITY

Summer Transportation Institute will expose students to new frontiers and adventures such as highway design, transportation of people and cargo, intermodalism, laws, regulations, safety, and career opportunities.  Session will be held from June 13, 2010 to July 9, 2010.  Deadline:  May 7, 2010  G.O.

 JOB OPPORTUNITIES

 COLLEGE WORKS PAINTING

Marketing positions available.  Make your own schedule.  8-10 Hours per week.  Contact Bethany at

330-704-6625. 

 JUNIOR OPPORTUNITIES

HANOVER COLLEGE

Many summer programs available.  For more information, visit www.hanover.edu/summaryacademy.

 LEWIS & CLARK COLLEGE SUMMER PROGRAM

The Fir Acres Workshop in Writing and Thinking is an experience in writing as a liberal art.  This two-week summer residency program will be held from June 27-July 9, 2010.  Visit www.lclark.edu/org/firacres.

ALFRED UNIVERSITY

Many summer programs offered starting July 18 through July 24, 2010.  Visit www.alfred.edu/summer for additional information.

BARNARD COLLEGE

Summer in New York City, a Pre-College Program at Barnard College of Columbia University, offers a four-week program and several one-week options to sample pre-college courses while exploring NYC both in and out of the classroom. Visit www.barnard.edu/pcp for details.  Programs start June 27 – July 24, 2010.

BOSTON COLLEGE

As a Boston College Experience student, you will test yourself by taking college-level courses with undergraduate students while you explore various subjects.  Applicants must have demonstrated superior academic ability with high motivation, emotional stability and social maturity.  Applicants must supply secondary school grades, PSAT or ACT scores, and a recommendation from the principal or counselor.  For additional information, call 

(617) 552-3800 or e-mail bce@bc.edu.

OHIO STATE ENGINEERING WOMEN’S SUMMER CAMP

Pre-College summer programs will be offered. Applications and further information are available through the following link:  http://wie.osu.edu/content/wie-pre-college-programs.

 OHIO UNIVERSITY HONORS ACADEMY

This is a competitive program best suited for high achieving, self-motivated students who are capable of doing college level work.  Session will be held from June 21 to July 23, 2010. Detailed information regarding the program, fees and application process is available at www.outreach.ohio.edu/honorsacademy/index.htm.

Deadline:  April 30, 2010.

UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON

Summer Honors:  Experience Engineering Camp for students with a 3.5 or above GPA.  Participants will explore areas of engineering, designing and building robots in a week-long project, solving real-world engineering problems and networking with experienced engineers.  Camp will be held July 18-23, 2010.  Applications are available at http://engineering2.udayton.edu/shi.

HIRAM COLLEGE SUMMER PROGRAM

Four academic courses available:  The Emerging Writers Workshop in Creative Nonfiction, The Hiram Genomics Academy, The High School Leadership Conference, and The Hiram Institute of Theatre. 

Visit www.hiram.edu/summerathiram.  Deadline:  May 14, 2010

UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI

University of Cincinnati’s Economics Center is offering a Free 3-week Summer Program (June 14, 2010 – July 2, 2010.  Participating juniors will earn 3 transferable college credit hours from the University of Cincinnati for completing the Today’s Learners, Tomorrow’s Leaders (TL2) program.  Limited to 30 students.  Only strong applicants with demonstrated academic success and leadership skills should apply.  Additional information: https://www.economicscenter.org/student/t12.   Deadline:  May 22, 2010

CARNEGIE MELLON UNIVERSITY

Carnegie Mellon College is hosting Pre-College Programs in Fine Arts:  Architecture, Art, Design, Drama, and Music on June 26-August 6, 2010.  For additional information:  www.cmu.edu/enrollment/pre-college

OHIO UNIVERSITY- ATHENS

The Junior Executive Business Program for Diverse Students will be held on June 19-26, 2010.  For an application, www.cob.ohiou.edu/jrexecutive. 

POINT PARK UNIVERSITY

A two-week summer program called “Camp Hollywood” will be offered to students interested in Cinema and Digital Arts.  During this program, each student writes, directs and edits a short film.  Students can participate as either commuters or, for those who want to experience “college life”, as residents in the university’s dorms.  For additional information:  nchipman@pointpark.edu.

UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA

Academic Enrichment Four Star Camps for additional information visit www.4StarCamps.com.

VANDERBILT SUMMER ACADEMY

Information and application is listed on their website – http://pty.vanderbilt.edu.

WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY

Summer Academic Residential Camps and Institutes Pre-College Programs which includes Anatomy & Physiology, Archaeology, Engineering, Forensic Science, Law & Legal System, Nursing, Performance Theatre, Personal Communication, Poetry and Writer’s Palette, etc.  For additional information:  www.wright.edu/academics/precollege. 

HISPANIC NATIONAL BAR FOUNDATION

Future Latino Leaders Law Camp is a week-long program held in Washington, DC and provides students with the opportunity to learn more about the legal profession and more. Minimum requirement GPA 2.5 

Visit web site, www.hnbf.org.  Deadline:  May 1, 2010 

SCHOLARSHIPS

JOYCE IVY FOUNDATION

Female students have an opportunity to receive a scholarship to attend a summer academic program at an Ivy League or equivalent college.  Summer scholars will enable them to spend between two and eight weeks studying under faculty at leading institutions including Harvard, Brown, Yale, Columbia, Penn, Johns Hopkins, and Smith.

Applications are online:  http://cts.vresp.com/c/ 

THE CINCINNATI BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU FOUNDATION

A renewable scholarship of $1,000 will be awarded five students.  Candidates will be judged solely on how their essay displays their firm understanding and commitment to ethics.  You must describe a situation you faced that greatly challenged your ethics and integrity, your sense of ‘right and wrong’, those personal beliefs that shape the person you are and will be in your future educational activities, communal life, and career. 

Deadline:  May 17, 2010  G.O.

OPPORTUNITIES

NORTHERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY

Multicultural Student Leadership Conference, “Ignite Your Potential” is designed for African-American, Latino/Hispanic and Native American students.  Must rank in the top 1/3 of your graduating class, have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, or possess exceptional leadership potential with a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Conference will be held on May 14-15, 2010.  Please submit you name to your counselor if you are interested.  G.O.   

URBANA UNIVERSITY

The Shelton Leadership Challenge is a one week summer experience for students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.  General Hugh Shelton’s cornerstones of values based leadership – honesty, integrity, compassion, diversity, and social responsibility – are the foundations of the experience.  Additional online information www.urbana.edu, search term “Shelton.”  Deadline:  May 1, 2010

CENTRAL STATE UNIVERSITY

Summer Transportation Institute will hold a 4-week program from June 13 – July 9, 2010. The purpose is to create awareness and stimulate interest in the transportation industry.  The curriculum will expose students to new frontiers and adventures such as highway design, transportation of people and cargo, intermodalism, laws, regulations, safety and career opportunities.  Scholarships are available.  Submit your name if you are interested.  

Deadline:  May 7, 2010  G.O.

HIRAM COLLEGE

Four academic opportunities for students to gain hands-on learning experiences in the following areas of interest:

The Emerging Writers Workshop in Creative Nonfiction, The Hiram Genomics Academy, The High School Leadership Conference (HLSC), and The Hiram Institute of Theatre.  For registration:  www.hiram.edu/summerathiram   Deadline:  May 14, 2010

**CENTRAL STATE UNIVERSITY

Institute of Urban Education is sponsoring a two-week program for students interested in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (S.T.E.M.) and have an interest in attending Central State University on July 5 –

July 16, 2010.  To register:  www.regonline.com/web_duboistalented_tenth_stem_education_academy

Deadline:  June 7, 2010   

THE SUMMER BOARDING SCHOOL – WOLFEBORO

Summer academic program to assist students acquire study skills, habits and confidence necessary for success. Program run from June 30 to August 11, 2010.  Additional information:  www.wolfeboro.org

 EARLHAM COLLEGE

Explore-A-College Program is designed to let you “practice” going to college, take a class taught by an Earlham professor, develop college-level discussion, research, and time management skills.  This program will run from June 20 – July 3, 2010.  Visit www.earlham.edu/~eac.  Deadline:  June 1, 2010

**UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON

Minority Engineering and Technology enrichment camp for males.  Applicants are required to have a 3.0 or higher GPA.  Students will be selected through a competitive process for the limited spaces available.   Questions:  maceo.cofield@notes.udayton.edu.  Deadline:  May 30, 2010

HEBREW UNIVERSITY

Government and Politics in Israel offers an opportunity to study government, politics and society with an emphasis on the Israeli context.  For additional information - http://maxa.convio.net/site/R. 

NYU STEINHARDT SCHOOL OF CULTURE, EDUCATION & HUMAN DEVELOPMENT

Music Business Summer Institute: What Makes A Star?  Two sessions:  June 28-July 2, 2010 and July 12-16, 2010.

Application and fee information visit http://steinhardt.nys.edu/music/business/programs/summer/star.

UCLA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS AND ARCHITECTURE

Many Art Institute sessions beginning June 20 and ending July 30, 2010.  Sessions include:  Design/Media Art, Painting/Drawing/Photography/Sculpture, Dance-Theater Intensive, World Music, etc.  For additional information visit kbuck@arts.ucla.edu. 

THE EXPERIMENT IN INTERNATIONAL LIVING

Cross-cultural summer abroad programs run in 29 countries in Europe (The Americas, Africa, Asia, and Oceania).that empower young people to become responsible global citizens and engaged youth diplomats. Experiment Program Opportunities include Cultural Immersion, Cooking, Photograph, Ecology, etc. 

Deadline:  May 1, 2010   G.O.

SUMMER STUDY PROGRAMS

The Summer Study Programs offers students the opportunity to undergo a gradual transition into college life in a “non-pressured” summertime atmosphere.  Additional information:  http//www.summerstudy.com

UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI

College of Engineering and Applied Science for Women will host a summer program to develop creativity, as well as, provide an opportunity to meet and speak with working engineers and computer scientists.  The camp starts on July 26 – July 30, 2010.   For more information – visit http://www.eng.uc.edu/prospectivestudents/summercamp/women/.  

THE BRONFMAN YOUTH FELLOWSHIPS IN ISRAEL

BYFI is a fully endowed fellowship that is among the most prestigious programs available to outstanding Jewish students of all backgrounds.  This fellowship will take place from July 5 through August 11, 2010.

Additional information:  www.bronfman.org. 

ENRICHMENT ALLEY

The website listed is a database of summer programs, and it is searchable by type of program, state, etc.   Each listing has a brief description of the program (including cost and application info), with the following link: http://www.enrichmentalley.com.

NACAC SUMMER WRITING PROGRAMS

Summer Writing Programs available at various colleges.  Information in G.O.

NATIONAL UNDERGROUND RAILROAD FREEDOM CENTER

The Cincinnati Chapter of The Links, Inc. and the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center are accepting applications for the new 2010-2011 class of Links, Inc. Youth Docents.  This program requires an 18-month commitment, combines themes of cooperation, courage, perseverance and freedom to aid in developing leadership, presentation, communication and critical thinking skills.  For additional information, visit www.freedomcenter.org.

ART WORKS

Art Works is hiring talented students ages 14-19 in the visual arts.  www.ArtWorkscincinnati.org  G.O.

CATHOLIC COLLEGE TOUR

College visits around Philadelphia area – Cabrini College, Chestnut Hill College, Gwynedd-Mercy, Holy Family University, Immaculata University, LaSalle University, Manor College, Neumann University, Rosemont College, St. Joseph’s University, and Villanova University – July 19 – July 23, 2010.   For more information, call Peter Schauster (610) 902-8551  Deadline:  May 1, 2010

**DRAKE CENTER

Drake’s 411 Program offers students the opportunity to explore several disciplines in healthcare.  Applicants must have at least 2.5 GPA and be in good standing.  Program begins:  June 14, 2010 – July 30, 2010.  G.O.

Deadline:  April 26, 2010

OPEN HOUSE

HANOVER COLLEGE

Many programs are available from June 13-18, 2010 and June 20-25, 2010.  Visit http://www.rivers.hanover.edu or www.summeracademy@hanover.edu.    

JACOBS UNIVERSITY

Careers in engineering, research, business, public affairs, politics, media and more.  Visit www.jacobs-university/open-house.  Campus Visits:  September 25, 2010 and April 30, 2011.

ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Two six-day summer career exploration programs:  July 17-22, 2010 & July 24-29, 2010.  Gain hands-on experience in information technology, computers, engineering, business, science and art.  Visit www.rit.edu/NTID/EYF to apply.  Deadline:  April 30, 2010.

SKIDMORE COLLEGE

Summer Pre-College Program in the Liberal and Studio Arts July 3–August 6, 2010. www.skidmore.edu/precollege

GENERAL INFORMATION

Go See Campus is a free resource for planning campus visits and making the most of the college search.  You will be able to find schools by location, majors, get college reviews, and the advice you need. 

Explore www.GoSeeCampus.com/professional.

Junior students and parents:  Information on merit aid at various colleges is available at www.meritaid.com.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Bones Framed Pictures & Plush have seasonal job opportunities for assemblers and general warehouse workers.  Candidates for order Pullers and support office help must begin part-time paid training before summer vacation begins and be able to work full-time during the summer.  Preferred candidates score over 700 on the SAT math section.

Call Miss Green at 721-3550 if you have any questions.

VOLUNTEERS

**MAY 4, 2010 – PRIMARY

Tracie Hunter for Judge - Honk & Waive Volunteer Schedule – Thursday, 4/22, (4:30-6:30 p.m.) @ West Galbraith & Hamilton Ave. & 6:00 p.m. – Hand-out yard signs and literature @ Integrity Hall on Seymour Ave.

Friday, 4/23, (4:30-6:30 p.m.) Honk & Waive @ Montgomery & Kenwood Rd. – Saturday, 4/24, (9:30 a.m. –

12:00 p.m.) – Hand-out Literature @ 817 Windham Ave. for Community Forum & Sunday, 4/25, – Honk & Waive and Literature Drop.  Please call Cynthia Zellars 531-8006 for additional information.

THE CHRIST HOSPITAL

The Volunteer Department is looking for reliable, self-motivated volunteers for the summer.  An orientation and training sessions are designed to insure you are well informed about the hospital procedures, volunteer responsibilities, and expectations.  Deadline:  May 23, 2010  G.O.

HYDE PARK FARMERS’ MARKET

Anyone interested in volunteering for set-up assistance on Saturdays at 5:00 p.m. for approximately ½ to 1 hour.

They are open on Sundays—June – October 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.  Contact Lynne Harris, Co-Market Manager, at lynneharris@fuse.net

STEPPING STONES CENTER

This is an opportunity to get your volunteer hours in.  Volunteer training day for a first time volunteer is Friday, June 11, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  There is a requirement of 30 hours throughout the summer.  Application and registration forms are available in the G.O.   Call 831-4660 (Ext. 27) for further questions.