Lyle and Madelyne Smith Scholarship

Provided by Tacoma-Pierce County Chaplaincy

Description:
Congratulations on your success so far and may success follow you as you go forward to reach your goals. And, whether you are a member of a Police family, or whether you are choosing Law Enforcement to be your life's work, be assured that Law Enforcement is a noble and honorable profession. 1.) Applicant must be a son, daughter, grandson, or granddaughter of active, retired, or deceased Tacoma Police or Pierce County Sheriff's Officers who show an aptitude and desire to receive post-high school education at a college or university of their choice. OR- Applicant must be a Pierce County resident who is pursuing or furthering his or her career in the Criminal Justice system. 2.) Applicant must be registered as a full-time student at a fully accredited vocational school, college, or university for the upcoming school year. 3.) Applicants must have a minimum high school, or college GPA of 3.0. 4.) Awardees may receive no more than two scholarships. 5.) Complete an essay on one of the following two topics: a.) What person or event has been the greatest influence on your life and why? How will that influence affect your continued educational pursuits? b.)How would you define a "successful life" ? What factors are important in achieving success? Recognizing that many successful people do not have college degrees, how will higher education help prepare you for success? Maximum length: Three (3) pages typewritten, double-spaced.
Academic Year:
2011 - 2012
Scholarship Amount:
$1,500.00
Number of Awards:
4
Application Start Date:
1/1/2011
Application Due Date:
4/15/2011

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