The Harry S. Truman Foundation & The Morris K Udall Scholarship

The Morris K Udall Scholarship:

Seeking future leaders across a wide spectrum of environmental fields, including policy, engineering, science, education, urban planning and renewal, business, health, justice, and economics.

Campus Application Deadline: Tuesday, November 3, 11:45 p.m.

Application Available:The scholarship application form can be found in the UW Catalyst Program at the following URL:

https://catalysttools.washington.edu/webq/survey/scholarq/83784

Applicants will also complete the following information for the University of Washington campus nomination application process and upload them into the drop box labeling each using your first name, last name, item name: https://catalysttools.washington.edu/collectit/dropbox/scholarq/6743 .

1. Curriculum Vitae (cv) or Activities Resume — Please include work that span high school into college activities with particular attention to environmental/conservation activities a) awards, scholarships, publications and/or special recognitions received; b)student government, sports, publications, research, school-sponsored community service programs, Student-faculty committees, arts, music, etc.; c) public service  and community activities i.e. advocacy activities, work with religious organizations, environmental conservation; d) employment; and e) government activities i.e. internships, partisan political activities, ROTC/military, municipal boards & commissions; and f) travel, presentations, hobbies, etc.
2. Environmental Essay — discuss a significant public speech, legislative act, or public policy statement by Congressman Morris K. Udall and its impact on your field of study, interests, and career goals — 800  words or less.  Information can be found at http://www.udall.gov/AboutMKUdall/AboutMKUdall.aspx
3. Transcript — an unofficial copy of the UW transcript.  Please use the print-friendly .pdf version in MYUW,
4. Recommenders — a list of three to five current or recent faculty members who would write letters of recommendation discussing your potential in the your field of study and intellectual abilities; and another individual who can attest to the nominee’s capabilities and commitment to conservation/environmental issues.

Morris K. Udall Scholarships award students actively involved in Environmental and/or Native American Health or Governance in their communities and on the UW campus.  Eligible students can receive up to $5,000 for the Udall.  The Udall Scholarship has a strong emphasis on the importance of leadership and commitment to public service.

Applicants for the Udall Scholarship must meet the following:

*  Must be a sophomore or junior at time of application.

*  Have a college GPA of a “B” or the equivalent.

*  Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

*  In the case of scholarships in the areas of tribal policy and health care, nominees must be Native American or Alaska Native.

For more information, please see the Udall website:  http://www.udall.gov/OurPrograms/MKUScholarship/MKUScholarship.aspx or the Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships and Awards webpage: https://www.washington.edu/students/ugrad/scholar/scholarships/s/morrisundergraduate

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mona Pitre-Collins [mpitre@uw.edu]

The Harry S. Truman Foundation:

Recognizing outstanding leadership potential, academic achievement, and the desire to pursue a career in public service.

Campus Application Deadline:  Tuesday, November 3, 11:45.m.

Application Available: The scholarship application form is contained in the UW Catalyst Program at the following URL:

https://catalysttools.washington.edu/webq/survey/scholarq/83616

Applicants will also complete the following information for the University of Washington campus nomination application process and upload them into the drop box labeling each using your first name, last name, item name: https://catalysttools.washington.edu/collectit/dropbox/scholarq/6689

1. Curriculum Vitae (cv) or Activities Resume — Please include work that span high school into college activities a) awards, scholarships, publications and/or special recognitions received; b)student government, sports, publications, research, school-sponsored community service programs, Student-faculty committees, arts, music, etc.; c) public service  and community activities i.e. advocacy activities, work with religious organizations, environmental conservation; d) employment; and e) government activities i.e. internships, partisan political activities, ROTC/military, municipal boards & commissions; and f) travel, presentations, hobbies, etc.
2. Public Policy Statement — an outline of your public policy statement that covers the a) problem statement; b) proposed solution; and c) major obstacles/implementation challenges,
3. Transcript — an unofficial copy of the UW transcript.  Please use the print-friendly .pdf version in MYUW,
4. Recommenders – a list of three to five individuals who would speak to your a) leadership potential and abilities; b) commitment to a career in public service; and c) intellect and prospects for continuing academic success.  The writer for ‘c’ must be someone who has taught you.

The Harry S. Truman offer a great opportunity to students actively involved on their campus and in their communities to receive awards up to $30,000.  The Truman is open to all juniors and seniors with one year left of undergraduate work to complete beginning fall 2010 who wish to pursue graduate school in preparation for work in government and public service.

The mission of the Truman Scholarship Foundation is:

*  to find and recognize college juniors with exceptional leadership potential who are committed to careers in government, the non-profit or advocacy sectors, education or elsewhere in the public service; and

*  to provide them with financial support for graduate study, leadership training, and fellowship with other students who are committed to making a difference through public service.

Applicants for the Truman Scholarship must meet the following:

*  Attend an accredited college or university.

*  Be nominated by a Truman Faculty Representative.

*  Be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.

*  Be in the upper quarter of their junior class.

For more information, please see the Truman websites: http://www.truman.gov/ or the Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships and Awards webpage: https://www.washington.edu/students/ugrad/scholar/scholarships/s/truman

However, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mona Pitre-Collins (mpitre@uw.edu) in the Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowship & Awards.