Atlanta, GA – Trinity Girls Network will open this year’s application process for 2019 Rosie Lee Perteet $1,000 STEM Scholarship on Friday, March 15. The scholarship was created to honor the achievements of its namesake in the field of science education as well as her passion for enriching the lives of children.
The scholarship will be awarded to a female high school senior who is preparing to enter a STEM field (science, technology, engineering, or math). The 2017 scholarship was presented to Ms. Indion Guy by Governor Nathan & First Lady Sandra Deal and Trinity Girls Network Corp. Ms. Guy is currently studying in the field of nursing.
The 2018 scholarship was presented to Makayla Swann by Trinity Girls Network and Trinity International University of Ambassadors Co-Founder Dr. Jacqueline Mohair. Swann is pursuing a degree in computer science with a concentration in cyber security at Norfolk State University in Norfolk, Virginia. In her application, Swann said she was introduced to STEM at a young age watching her father work on computers. She is using her scholarship to defray some of the cost of out-of-state tuition at NSU.
To be eligible for the scholarship, an applicant must have at least a 3.0 GPA and demonstrate a desire to pursue a degree in STEM field. Each application must include the following six items:
1. A personal statement about why the applicant feels they should be chosen
2. An essay “Why did you choose STEM/Why do you feel you are the best candidate for the scholarship?”
3. A resume or a list of STEM activities
4. Three recommendation letter from an educator
5. Current high school transcript
6. A photo of the applicant
The deadline for application is Tuesday, April 30, 2019. To be considered, applicants should email the complete package of six documents to awards@trinitygirlsnetwork.org and visit us at www.trinitygirlsnetwork.org. Applicants must include all requested documents, including transcript, resume or list of STEM activities, essay and photo. Only one educator letter will be considered for each applicant.
About Trinity Girls Network
Co-founded by Dr. Jacqueline Mohair in 2016, is a non-profit organization focused on the development of girls and women from Gwinnett, Fulton, and Hall counties and surrounding areas. Through workshops and enrichment and educational programs, Trinity Girls Network works to increase the level of self-awareness and self-sufficiency so that girls live healthy lives, stay in school, do well academically, attain critical life and financial skills, and contribute to their communities.
More information about the organization’s programs and services is available at trinitygirlsnetwork.org.
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Company Name: Trinity Girls Network
Contact Person: Dr. Jacqueline Mohair – Founder
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Phone: +1 (888) 400-8257
Address:5051 Peachtree Corners Circle Suite 200
City: Peachtree Corners
State: GA, 30092
Country: United States
Website: www.trinitygirlsnetwork.org