SENEDIA STEM SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

April 27, 2009

 

SENEDIA ANNOUNCES 2009 SCENCE AND TECHNOLGY SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS.

 

The Southern New England Defense-Industry Alliance (SENEDIA) has announced three winners of their scholarship program.  Each year, this program awards scholarships to college students finishing their sophomore year who are majoring in fields primarily related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).  Support for STEM education is growing nationwide with support by National Science Foundation and the U.S. Department of Education.  SENEDIA recognizes the critical role that STEM education plays in U.S. competitiveness and America’s future economic prosperity. The most recent employment projections by the U.S. Department of Labor show that of the 20 fastest growing occupations projected for 2014, 15 of them require significant science or mathematics preparation. America’s global competitiveness will increasingly depend on its ability to better educate young people in the sciences.

SENEDIA’s 2009 $500 scholarship winners;

Ruthann Catharine Sampson of Pawcatuck, RI,

Wendy Catherine Finn of Green, RI, and

Heather Lynn Durfee of Greenwich, RI 

(all University of Rhode Island students)

Due to the number of exceptional applications received, an anonynous donor offered to award honorable mentions to several other applicants.  The following applicants (all from URI) were awarded $100 as honorable mentions.

Kasy Jeness of Rehoboth, AM

Naomi Andrews of Richmond, RI

Lauren Creamer of Narragansett, RI

Wayne Martini of Hope, RI

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GET READY FOR NEXT YEAR

Although the scholarship selection is completed for 2009, SENEDIA will continue this effort next year.  The application process will be similar to this year and will be announced in the Fall.  This past year's application is provided below for those students who would like to get a head start in preparing.

Information about SENEDIA Scholarship Application:

Who is offering this scholarship?

The Southeastern New England Defense Industry Alliance (SENEDIA) is offering multiple $500 scholarships for the 2009/2010 term to matriculating Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) students for the Fall/Spring (2009/2010) term.

Who is eligible and what are the requirements?

Any student, a permanent resident of the Southeastern New England area (Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts), who is currently matriculating at either University of Massachusetts Dartmouth (UMASSD), University of Rhode Island (URI), or University of Connecticut (UCONN Avery Point) in a STEM related field and expects to enter the 5th semester or later equivalent for the Fall/Spring 2009/2010 term is eligible for an award.

The scholarship award criteria are based on the student’s demonstrated interest in STEM education and a subsequent career in science, technology or education. STEM includes any science or technology subject (e.g. physics, chemistry, psychology, biology), any engineering related field or specialty (e.g. electrical, chemical, civil, mechanical, computer science) and any field related to mathematics (e.g. operations research, statistics). If you have a question about whether or not your major study area qualifies, please contact one of the individual listed below and a determination will be provided to you.   

Where do I get an application and when will they be available?

Applications are available at the links at the bottom of this web page.

Who do I contact if I have any questions about the application?

Questions can be e-mailed to stem(at)senedia.org or directed to one of the following:

What do I need to include in my application to ensure it is complete?

Please include the following items:

  1. Completed and signed scholarship application
  2. A statement of recommendation from a faculty member of your academic institution or from a full-time employee of a SENEDIA member company. You can find the current member company list at www.senedia.org.

When do the completed applications need to be received and where should they be submitted?

            Deadline:  May 22, 2009

IMPORTANT: The deadline is the time of RECEIPT at SENEDIA NOT the postmark date, so please ensure adequate time for postal delays.  If you submit via e-mail ensure that you submit prior to Midnight on May 22, 2009

            Remit to:  SENEDIA

                              Scholarship Application

                              PO Box 4171

                              Middletown, RI  02842

When will I be notified?

The scholarship committee will notify you the first week in June or earlier, via US Postal Service or e-mail depending on your preference noted in the application.

The scholarship check will be presented at a SENEDIA meeting held in mid-June. You and your family, at your option, will be invited as our guests.

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION (MS WORD)

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION (PDF)

 

These three showed outstanding commitment to their STEM-related majors as well as a well-rounded approach to their college experience. 

In addition, SENEDIA selected awarded four other deserving applicants for $100 honorable mention  awards.    

ALTHOUGH SENEDIA'S STEM SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS ARE COMPLETE FOR 2009, SENEDIA INTENDS TO CONTINUE THIS PROGRAM NEXT YEAR.

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