...Sample Scholarship Essays Updated on Thursday 18 February 2010 (see below for url) This section contains three sample scholarship essays: 1. Scholarship Essay Sample One - Crabiel 2. Scholarship Essay Sample Two - National Merit Scholar 3. Scholarship Essay Sample Three - Fulbright Scholarship Essay One - Crabiel Scholarship Winner, won $3,000 scholarship Like Mr. Crabiel, I literally work tirelessly in many academic and leadership roles. I sleep no more than six hours a night because of my desire to expertly meet my many commitments. Throughout my life, I have worked as long and as hard as I possibly can to effect beneficial changes in both school and society. During the summer of tenth grade, I took a number theory course at Johns Hopkins University with students from Alaska, California, and Bogota, Colombia. Similarly, during the summer following eleventh grade, I was one of ninety students from New Jersey selected to attend the Governor's School in the Sciences at Drew University. At Drew, I took courses in molecular orbital theory, special relativity, cognitive psychology, and I participated in an astrophysics research project. For my independent research project, I used a telescope to find the angular velocity of Pluto. With the angular velocity determined, I used Einstein's field equations and Kepler's laws to place an upper bound on the magnitude of the cosmological constant, which describes the curvature of space and the rate of the universe's expansion. In addition to...
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...Freshman Scholarships Scholarship consideration deadline: February 1 General and competitive scholarships for freshmen are available to students attending Southern Miss the fall semester immediately following high school graduation. To be considered for any of these scholarships, you must submit: • an application for admission • $35 application fee • ACT or SAT scores • a high school transcript Standardized test scores| Only standardized test scores earned through December 2012 (ACT) and January 2013 (SAT) will be considered for scholarship-awarding purposes. The written portion of the SAT is not considered. Combining scholarships | Students may be considered for multiple Admissions-based scholarships, but only one scholarship offer may be accepted. The only exception to this is the Regional Scholarship, the award representing the full cost of nonresident tuition. Students can accept multiple scholarships offered through other departments at Southern Miss or scholarships offered through sources outside the university. Such departmental or outside scholarships may be combined with Admissions-based scholarships. Click the plus signs below to expand the sections and get complete details. General Admissions-Based Scholarship Opportunities Consideration Deadline: February 1 National Merit Scholarships Opportunities National Merit Semifinalist Scholarship Students designated as National Merit Semifinalists will receive the National Merit Semifinalist...
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...quarter-century (Rapacon, 2015). Rationale of the Study Despite the fact that work is a fundamental part of life for nearly half of all undergraduate students – with a substantial number of “traditional” dependent undergraduates in employment, and working independent undergraduates averaging 34.5 hours per week – little attention has been given to how working influences the integration and engagement experiences of students who work, especially those who work full-time, or how the benefits and costs of working differ between traditional age-students and adult students (Perna, 2010). A college or university scholarship is a big help to students to attain higher education, especially in today’s society where a college education is a necessity for success. There are thousands of scholarships available, and the financial aid they offer gives a huge advantage to the student and his or her parents. But being supported by the government in paying for one’s college costs are not the only benefits included (Thomas, 2010). This study aims to discuss the views and opinions of the recipients of the school scholarship program of the Holy Cross of Davao College. This study aims to benefit the students assistants as the study can be a way for their voices to be heard in terms of the policies of scholarship program. The study also aims to benefit the school management as the study will help them know whether policies and...
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...11/4/2015 24 percent of graduates still unemployed Home Scholarships Applications News Archive search... Home News Archive Scholarship Directory 24 percent of graduates still unemployed Scholarships Malaysia Scholarship Directory EduhelpMy Scholarships (234) Loans (25) Grants (1) YAYASAN TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN SCHOLARSHIP TITIJAYA SCHOLARSHIP FUND PENGAMBILAN CALON LEPASAN Scholarships 24 percent of graduates still unemployed Apply Now! ► Unemployed loansIt costs money to train unemployed graduates. At the last count, about 24% of graduates are considered jobless, mostly from the 1MCA EDUCATION ► Un employed vocational/skills training line. From the 44k unemployed LOAN SCHEME graduates, about 30,000 are still looking for job while about ► Graduates job AMCORP STUDY 5,000 had apply for further studies. Language proficiency is still a major grouse among employers GRANT Menu especially at diploma or degree level jobs. Its common to meet BUMI ARMADA managers who complain about badly written resumes and CADET Home disastrous interviews with fresh graduates. Another problem is SPONSORSHIP Search for a the unrealistic salary demand, says employers. Current Scholarship graduates, being a product of the Internet generation, have more CHINESE SPM Leavers expenses and are not able to scrimp and live with small salary. INDEPENDENT Path Chart ...
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...compensation structure, company-paid benefits and elective benefits are listed below. Compensation Structure All positions have a designated pay range based on its job grade. All job grades have a wage range that denotes wage minimum, midpoint/market value, and maximum monetary value. Wage ranges are also reviewed from a competitive standpoint by conducting a market analysis of benchmark positions. Non-exempt (hourly) employees are paid weekly while exempt (salaried) employees are paid semi-monthly. Both groups of employees are paid via direct deposit. It is the policy of CRST International, Inc. to grant annual merit increases on the basis of the evaluation of individual performance. Other salary adjustments may be recommended and approved for the purposes of equity, changes in job classification, promotions, etc. Company Paid Benefits Vacation Eligibility is dependent on employee status and period of service to the company. Vacation is earned by completing an anniversary year. For the first through seventh years you are entitled to 10 days, eighth through your thirteenth year you will have 15 days, and on your fourteenth year or more you will receive 20 days of vacation. Personal Time Hourly paid employees will be allowed three personal business holidays during the employee's anniversary year. These holidays are available to hourly employees following six months of employment and each anniversary. Holidays There are eight paid holidays during the course of one year. Bereavement...
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...According to the College Board (2009), college tuition rates are expected to increase at rates of five to eight percent each year. The cost of one year’s tuition at a public university currently averages $6,585 (College Board, 2009). At a rate of five percent per year, tuition could be increased by $329 each year. Imagine a child who has 15 years before attending college. Is it better to pay $6,585 or $11,520 per year? Fortunately, there are many options available to assist families in saving for future college expenses. When it comes to preparing and paying for college, one option is to start a Qualified Tuition Program, which guarantees current tuition rates and provides tax free savings. Qualified Tuition Programs were created in 1996 by Internal Revenue Code (IRC) 529 (Internal Revenue Manual, 2009). IRC 529 sets forth requirements plans must meet in order to receive federal tax exemption status for Qualified Tuition Programs. These types of programs are commonly referred to as ‘529 plans’ because of the code number they were created under. According to IRS Publication 970 (2009), a Qualified Tuition Program is any “program set up to allow you to either prepay, or contribute to an account for paying, a student’s qualified education expenses”. These programs are set up and maintained by states or eligible educational institutions. There are two types of plans; Prepaid Qualified Tuition Programs and Qualified Tuition Savings Programs. Prepaid Qualified Tuition Programs allow...
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...S A NOTE ON STATISTICS AND THE LAW w 909E01 Ileana Funez wrote this note under the supervision of Professor Greg Zaric solely to provide material for class discussion. The authors do not intend to provide legal, tax, accounting or other professional advice. Such advice should be obtained from a qualified professional. Ivey Management Services prohibits any form of reproduction, storage or transmittal without its written permission. Reproduction of this material is not covered under authorization by any reproduction rights organization. To order copies or request permission to reproduce materials, contact Ivey Publishing, Ivey Management Services, c/o Richard Ivey School of Business, The University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada, N6A 3K7; phone (519) 661-3208; fax (519) 661-3882; e-mail cases@ivey.uwo.ca. Copyright © 2009, Ivey Management Services Version: 2009-01-29 INTRODUCTION Along with advancements in science and technology, the practice of law has made advancements in the types of evidence considered to be relevant. Since the 1970s, statistical analysis has become an important part of courtroom discussions.1 Often, statistical evidence alone can provide sufficient grounds for the sentencing of a suspect. An understanding of statistical science is thus crucial for an analysis of many courtroom decisions. In this note, the use of data in court, data collection biases, requirements for evidence, and fallacious arguments will be discussed. There will...
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...APA Format: A Style Guide for ED795A Papers Dan Kitchen San Diego State University APA Format: A Style Guide for ED795A Papers Introduction Statement of the problem Briefly describe the problem that your study is designed to address. Purpose of the study Briefly explain why this research project is being undertaken. Research questions (or objectives or hypotheses) Briefly state the research questions that this study addresses. Indicate your major hypothesis: what do you expect the results of your inquiry to reveal? Theoretical perspective Your hypotheses about how the independent and dependent variables in your study are related to each other should be based upon a theory that would predict what is likely to occur. Describe that theoretical grounding of your study. Definition of key terms Here you should indicate what you mean by key terms that you use in your study. Pay particular attention to terms that may not have the same meaning for all readers. Later on, in the methods section, you will define all of the variables used in your study in operational terms. Delimitation and limitations of the study Describe the scope of your study. What are its boundaries? What issues will be addressed and what issues are considered beyond the scope of the study? What are the limitations of your study? Pay special attention to limitations in terms of the sample which is available to you, and the extent to which it may or may not represent the population of...
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...I. INTRODUCTION Singapore has always taken pride in being a meritocracy and its embrace of meritocracy has been the cornerstone of the nation’s success story. Over the years, Singapore’s meritocracy has emphasised on “equality of opportunity” over “equality of outcomes”; shaping a relatively level playing field where the most capable and hardworking individuals regardless of ethnicity or social classes have an equal opportunity to rise to the top. While the State has always heralded the success of meritocracy, the systemic flaws and failures that were once side-lined in the public eye are becoming increasingly prevalent and visible today. This paper on “Examining Meritocracy and Elitism in Singapore” serves to explore the inherent contradictions within the concept of meritocracy and investigate the systemic failures arising from the dissonance caused by how meritocracy is practised in Singapore where the inevitable social and income inequalities results in an elitist system which perpetuates itself. The central research question is how meritocracy shapes the Singapore elite and in turn how the elite shapes meritocracy in the country. In this paper, the elite is defined as the class of English-educated Singaporeans who subsequently rises to the top as the political and bureaucratic elite, unless otherwise specified. This paper will discuss how the elite accumulates an increasing degree and concentration of influence which allows them to consolidate...
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...Borders Group Inc. Company Profile Strategic and Operational Planning Assignment 2 May 31, 2011 By: Ayesha Mujtaba Abstract The # 2 bookstore operator in the US (after Barnes & Noble), Borders Group runs about 400 Borders superstores in about 45 states and Puerto Rico, as well as roughly 175 small-format shops under the Waldenbooks, Borders Express, and Borders Outlet banners. Borders superstores offer up to 170,000 book, music, and movie titles, and most feature Seattle's Best Coffee shops (thanks to a licensing agreement with owner Starbucks). The company also peddles products via its website. Faced with declining sales and mounting debts, Borders filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in 2011, is closing many stores, and looking for a buyer. About the Organization Borders is a place to discover fascinating new releases and reconnect with old favorites, a place to share a family story time or savor a hot cup of coffee. Borders engages the customers with a rich shopping experience where they can explore knowledge, entertainment and more. Borders employees allow customers to connect with the books, music and movies that help shape and define the economy and day-to-day people that come in the store. A career with Borders Group begins with sharing the vision to create richer, more satisfying lives through knowledge and entertainment. Those people with a passion for Borders’ product and a deep commitment to providing engaging customer service...
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...Financial Management Analysis and Trends: For-Profit Schools 06/13/2012 ED 7837 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction……………………………………………..………………………………………..……………………………………..3 Abstract………..…………………………………………..…………….………………………………………………………………..3 Where the money comes from: Revenue sources……………………………..….……..……………………………5 Pricing and discounting practices within institutions..…………………………...………………………………….6 Where the money goes: Standard expense categories……………………….….……..…………………………7 What is tuition discounting…………………………………………………………………...………………………………...8 Tuition discounting is attractive to higher education institutions..……………………………….………….9 Negative consequences to tuition discounting………………………………….……………..……………….…..10 For-Profit and Distance Learning Schools.……….……………………………….…………………………………...12 Trends in revenue and funding………………………………………………………….…...……………………….…….11 Gainful employment.……………………………………………………………………………….…………………………….13 Solutions……………….…………………………………………………………………………..……….………………………….14 Conclusion………………………………………………………………………………………….……….…………………………15 References…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….16 Introduction The most important investment that someone will make in life is education. It sets the foundation for one’s professional life and career. Education needs to be accessible to everyone who chooses to pursue it. This means that education should be accessible both in a classroom, online, digital, for both non-traditional and traditional students. Having...
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...GET THAT MONEY HONEY! TOP 101 SCHOLARSHIPS AND INTERNSHIPS FOR AFRICAN AMERICANS AND OTHER MINORITY STUDENTS (More Than $50 Million Dollars in Financial Aid Available!) Published by Urban Ebooks/ Dante Lee Publishing www.urbanebooks.com This ebook is the personal copy of Corketa Martin (CorkeLou@aol.com) SCHOLARSHIPS WITH JANUARY DEADLINES #1 - Ron Brown Scholar Program for African Americans: The Ron Brown Scholar Program provides scholarship awards to African-American high school seniors who are excelling in their academics, exhibiting exceptional leadership potential, and actively serving in community service activities. For more details, visit www.ronbrown.org #2 - Gates Millennium Scholars Program For Minority Students: The Gates Millennium Scholars Program (also known as the Bill Gates Scholarship) awards scholarships each year to African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American students who plan to enroll full-time in a two-year or four-year college or university program. For more details, visit www.gmsp.org Copyright © 2016 All Rights Reserved. This ebook is the personal copy of Corketa Martin (CorkeLou@aol.com) #3 - Tom Joyner Foundation "Full Ride" Scholarship: The Tom Joyner Foundation "Full Ride" Scholarship awards a full scholarship to one student to attend a Historically Black College and University (HBCU). The scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors with high academic records...
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...Main (North) Campus Faculty of Social Sciences (Ground Floor) Maurice Nagar University of Delhi Delhi – 110007 Tel. : 27667866 & 27662081 Faculty of Arts Building, South Delhi Campus, Benito Juarez Road New Delhi-110021. Tel. : 24116938 South Campus CONTENTS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Procedure for Admission Eligibility Conditions Age Provisional Registration Evening Classes Admission of Foreign Students Reservation for Persons with Disabilities Admission of Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Candidates Reservation for Other Backward Classes Reservation of Seats for the Children/Widows of the officers and men of the Armed Forces including Para-Military Personnel killed or disabled in action Admission of Sports Persons Scholarships, Medals and Prizes Towards the Cultural Enrichment of Education Residential/Hostel Accommodation Maintenance of discipline among students of the University Prohibition...
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...Winning Employee Retention Techniques Ronald C. Manalastas The uncertain context of business today, largely caused by fast changing disruptive technologies, has become even more difficult to manage. Companies can no longer predict with reasonable level of comfort as to how long they can maintain the services of high-performing employees. It is on the side of wisdom to give critical thought on how this situation can be addressed, the "employees" being the most important asset of any organization. No company can subsist honorably and profitably without the employees. Employees, nowadays, are quick and predisposed to settle for the kind of work that gives them greater freedom in the use of their time for the things they are most passionate about. This is especially true among the younger members of the labor force who generally go for transient or part-time employment in order to have more time for activities they love most. The no less than 8 million "freeters" in Japan, who shun regular work and the country's lifetime employment culture, is a glaring example of how a broad group of able-bodied and qualified members of the labor force value their personal time. And the rest of the world is no exception. Even in America many people are on double jobs, doing part-time pay-based work for 4-5 hours daily and pursuing a different vocation e.g. painting, writing, teaching, and other crafts for the balance of the day and on weekends. In essence, regular work just becomes a financial...
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