This $1,000 scholarship will be given to a student with a disability, who will be a freshman or sophomore in college during the fall semester.  The student receiving the award must be an Ohio resident, have a disability, and be enrolled in a non-traditional field of study.  Non-traditional studies include: accounting, business, engineering, finance, mathematics, science, and/or technology.  The scholarship will be awarded during the Governor’s Council Annual Awards Ceremony scheduled for August 20th, 2009.  Should the winner be a graduating senior, a member of the GCPD will attend the year end award ceremonies, at the school and announce the winner, if requested to do so. To receive the scholarship, the winner must be available to accept the scholarship at the scheduled GCPD Annual Awards Ceremony, in Columbus.  

Applications must be received by May 30th, 2009.  (Electronic format and fax preferred but mailed applications still accepted.)

Submission Package:
The following materials must be included to be considered for this scholarship.

• Completed application plus two copies.  (A total of three [3] copies, if mailed)
• An essay of approximately 500 words.  This essay should include the following: student’s area of study, employment goals, educational plans, how student became interested in this career choice, and how student has overcome any barriers to this field (that resulted from the student’s disability).  This essay should be provided in a written format, accompanied by a disc copy.
• A copy of the student’s current transcript.
• Three (3) letters of recommendation.  One of the letters must be from a teacher/instructor of science or mathematics.  A second letter must be from a supervisor, where you were either employed or did volunteer work.  The third letter must be from an adult (such as: a guidance counselor, local religious leader, political representative, mentor, or director/program manager from a disability related service).
• Copy of acceptance letter from the College/University the student will be attending.

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