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Women's Group Offers Education Scholarships - March 03, 2008
PITTSFIELD - The Berkshire Business & Professional Women will award career advancement scholarships to working women residing in Berkshire County. Scholarships may be used for tuition, books, child care, uniforms or other related educational expenses.
The scholarship committee and trustees of Berkshire BPW's non-profit affiliation, Berkshire County Education Council, determine scholarship amounts and the number of scholarships awarded, although not more than $500 will be awarded to each recipient.
The deadline for application submission is April 1. The scholarship awards will be presented at the June 2 dinner meeting. Last year, $3,000 in scholarships were awarded.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Women who are 25 years of age or older.
2. Must reside in Berkshire County.
3. Must be employed full time or part time.
4. Must be enrolled in an educational program or course at an accredited college, technical or vocational school on a full-time or part-time basis.
5. Must complete the BBPW Career Advancement Scholarship Application Form and submit it with a personal statement (two-page limit).
6. Enclose two letters of recommendation.
For additional information or an application, contact BBPW Scholarship Committee Chairwoman June Roy-Martin at 442-4166, ext. 119 or at jmartin@qualprint.com. |
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