[rehab] NFB - National Scholarship Announcement

[Patti S Chang]

We are hoping that you can share the below announcement with your clients.
Thank you for all you do.

 

National Federation of the Blind 2017 Scholarship Program

 <http://www.nfb.org/scholarships> www.nfb.org/scholarships

Deadline: March 31, 2017

Are you a legally blind college student living in the United States or
Puerto Rico? This annual program offers 30 scholarships in dollar amounts
from $3,000 to $12,000 to eligible students, from high school seniors
beginning their freshman year in the fall semester of 2017, up through grad
students working on their PhD degrees. These merit scholarships are based on
academic excellence, community service, and leadership. In addition to the
money, each winner will receive assistance to attend the July 2017 NFB
annual convention in Orlando, Florida providing an excellent opportunity for
high-level networking with active blind persons in many different
professions and occupations. To apply, read the rules and the Submission
Checklist, complete the official 2017 Scholarship Application Form (online
or in print), supply all required documents, and request and complete one
interview by an NFB affiliate president (unless the president requests a
later date). Applications are accepted through March 31. Go to
<http://www.nfb.org/scholarships> www.nfb.org/scholarships for complete
rules and requirements.

 

Please, also consult your state president as many of our state affiliates
also award scholarships. A list of state affiliate president information can
be found at:  <https://nfb.org/state-presidents-list>
https://nfb.org/state-presidents-list.

 

 

 

Live the Life you Want.

 

Patti S. Gregory-Chang Esq., Treasurer

National Federation of the Blind of Illinois

NFB, Scholarship Committee Chair

pattischang at gmail.com