Dr. Lillian Adams Parks Scholarship - The Links, Incorporated – Gateway (IL) Chapter
The Gateway Chapter’s Scholarship Program recognizes the educational desires and needs of African American and minority students AND students who significantly participate in and promote organizations and activities in the African-American community.
Named in honor of Dr. Lillian Adams Parks, Organizer of the Gateway Chapter and nationally renowned African American educator, the scholarship program is designed to enhance educational opportunities.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
1. Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. or permanent resident.
2. Be African-American OR significantly participate in and promote organizations and activities in the African-American community.
3. Reside within the following geographical boundaries: St. Louis City, St. Louis County or St. Charles County in Missouri; or St. Clair County or Madison County in Illinois.
4. Be a current full-time high school senior.
5. Attend or plan to attend an accredited two or four-year college, university or vocational/technical school (certificate program or Associate Degree) in one of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia.
6. Have a grade point average of 2.50 or above on a 4.0 scale or the equivalent thereof.
7. Not be an immediate family member or IRS dependent of a member of The Links, Incorporated.
Please note that your references must be submitted by the application deadline of April 30th. You should enter the names and email addresses of your reference providers well in advance of this deadline.
Students will have the opportunity to renew this scholarship. Renewal is competitive – students will be selected based on the quality of their application.
Questions? Contact sharonicahardin@att.net
- Award
- Varies
- Deadline
- 04/03/2020
- Supplemental Questions
- Check the box below to indicate that you have read the procedures and guidelines of this scholarship. Click here to see the guidelines
- How long have you been a resident of The Links, Incorporated - Gateway Chapter's area (St. Louis City, St. Louis County or St. Charles County in Missouri; or St. Clair County or Madison County in Illinois.)
- Upload your most recent transcript (including grades through fall 2019)
- Are you a full-time high school student?
- Upload a copy of your ACT or SAT report(s).
- Update your Scholarship Central General Application to list the college/university you plan to attend. If you are undecided at this time, list the schools to which you applied below:
- Upload a letter of acceptance you received from a college or university.
- List scholarships and financial aid that you already know you will receive for next year.
- Dollar Amount
- Program/Scholarship Name
- STUDENT AID REPORT (SAR): Please upload a copy of your Student Aid Report. The SAR is the document resulting from the completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA may be filed online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov. Once you have completed the FAFSA, upload your SAR here.
- Upload your Financial Aid Award Letter from the school you plan to attend.
- Describe any circumstances in your home or family which may affect your finances or educational plans. This could include physical conditions, disabilities, family issues, or anything else pertinent to your situation.
- List high school activities (sports, clubs, offices, etc.).
- 1. Activity
- 2. Describe involvement (position, office, award, letter, recognition)
- 3. Years
- List Community Activities (Church, Scouts, Volunteer, etc.)
- 1. Activity
- 2. Years
- 3. Office, Award, Letter, Recognition
- List any awards, honors or leadership roles NOT included in the questions above.
- Award, honor or leadership role
- Years
- Explain how you have significantly participated in and promote(d) organizations and activities in the African-American community.
- Write an essay (not more than 400 words) on ONE of the following topics. Beware of plagiarism.
1. There are many societal factors impacting our nation and the TED talk platform is a great way to communicate to a global audience. If you were to give a very important speech or a TED talk, what would it be about and why?
2. The late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. exemplified courage and resilience. He once said, “There comes a time when one must take a position that is neither safe nor politic nor popular, but he must take it because his conscience tells him it is right.” Describe a time when you had to take a position in the midst of adversity.
3. California and New York were the first states to enact laws in 2019 forbidding race-based hair discrimination. Several other states have followed with their proposed legislation. Some believe that banning ethnic hairstyles “upholds this notion of white supremacy.” Do you agree with this premise? Is such legislation necessary in 2020?
- SCHOLARSHIP CENTRAL RECOMMENDATION: If you filled out the recommendation question on your General Application, please select it from the drop down below. If you did NOT complete the recommendation on your General Application, enter the name and e-mail address of an instructor, counselor, advisor, supervisor or other similarly qualified individual who will submit a recommendation on your behalf. NOTE: As the applicant, it is your responsibility to inform that person to watch for an email sent on your behalf that will explain how to complete this process.
- SCHOLARSHIP CENTRAL SECOND RECOMMENDATION: Enter the name and e-mail address of an instructor, counselor, advisor, supervisor or other similarly qualified individual who will submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf. NOTE: As the applicant, it is your responsibility to inform that person to watch for an email sent on your behalf that will explain how to complete this process.
- By typing my full name below, I certify that I have read, understand, accept and agree to the Procedures, Guidelines and Deadlines for the Dr. Lillian Adams Parks Scholarship. I hereby certify that, to the best of my knowledge, the information contained in this application is true, complete and accurate. I understand that any alteration, concealment or falsification of any information or material will result in my disqualification as a recipient or potential recipient of the Dr. Lillian Adams Parks Scholarship. I understand it is my responsibility to make sure that the application is completed and submitted by the required deadline. If not, my application may be disqualified from the awards competition and may not be considered for an award. This application, upon receipt, becomes the property of The Gateway (IL) Chapter of Links, Incorporated. To comply with the provisions of the Family Educational and Privacy Act of 1974, I hereby grant permission for school officials to release my school records and other requested information, if necessary.
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