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Trinity United Church of Christ
Rev. Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright, Jr., Senior Pastor
Rev. Otis Moss, III, Pastor

Scholarship Information
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Applicants can apply for only one (1) scholarship
Applicants must submit current official transcripts and test scores with application.
Late and/or incomplete applications cannot be considered.
All essays must be typed double-spaced, using 12 pt. font size
Applicants MUST be members of Trinity for at least one year AND submit verification of participation in a Trinity ministry for at least one year.
2008 Ministry Verification Form
Applicants or family representatives must be present on Scholarship Sunday, June 8, 2008 and register with the Scholarship Ministry in the Chapel no later than 1:15 p.m.
Students may reapply for select scholarships as individually described, dependent upon maintenance of a “B” GPA or better

Deadline to submit scholarship applications to
The Scholarship and Education Committee’s Mailbox is 6:00 p.m., Friday, May 16, 2008.

Scholarship and Education Committee Disclaimer:
All materials and documents submitted by Trinity United Church of Christ Scholarship applicants, in support of their request for scholarships assistance, becomes the property of Trinity United Church of Christ. The applicants, with their submittal of such material and or documents, acknowledge and grant Trinity United Church of Christ permission to use each such material or documentation in furtherance of its ministry related to awarding such scholarships. Applicants are encouraged not to provide original documents, as these items will not be returned.

Rev. Barbara J. Allen Scholarship “For Such a Time as This!”
For students returning to college after an extended absence. This is a one-year scholarship renewable annually for three (3) years “B” grade average needed for renewable consideration.

Must be 35 years or older
Current official transcripts
2008 Ministry Verification Form
Must have completed at least one course and registered to continue at an accredited college or university….please submit registration data.
Submit a 300-400 word essay responding to the topic: “My Pursuit of Education and how it will/does affect the Church Family and the African American Community”
When applying for a Renewal Scholarship, please use the Renewal Application Form

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Dr. Manford J. Bryd, Jr. Award
For college sophomore to graduate student level. This is a one-year scholarship, renewable annually for three (3) years “B” grade average needed for renewal consideration.

300-500 word essay on The Black Value System
(2) Letters of recommendation from:
1. Your school counselor or advisor
2. Adult member of Trinity UCC
Current official college transcript
2008 Ministry Verification Form

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Lucille Ellison/Kathryn Brown Memorial Scholarship
For high school graduates. (Consideration will be given to those students with less than a “B” average)

Acceptance letter from the college/university you plan to attend
Two (2) Letters of recommendation from:
Adult member of Trinity U.C.C.
Teacher or counselor
Current official high school transcript and test scores
2008 Ministry Verification Form

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William and Retza Gise Family Scholarship
This scholarship is being offered to celebrate exemplary community service by a graduating high school senior with less than a “B” average. The family hopes this recipient will use the funds to buy a computer for college. This is not a renewable scholarship.

Official documentation of community service, dates, who, why, when, where, etc.
Acceptance letter from a four-year college or university
Two (2) Letters of recommendation from teacher or counselor and adult member of Trinity
2008 Ministry Verification Form
Current official transcript and test scores

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Rupert Graham, Sr. Award
For elementary school graduates

Current official report card and Current official test scores
Two (2) Letters of recommendation:
Your teacher or counselor
Adult member of Trinity
2008 Ministry Verification Form

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Cheryl Guyton Memorial Scholarship
For high school seniors with a “B” (3.0) average or above and submits an ACT score of 26 or better, or an SAT score of 1260 or better.

Current official transcript and current test scores
Copy of acceptance letter from college or university you plan to attend
Two (2) Letters of recommendation from:
1. Your principal or counselor, and Director of the community organization(s) in which you serve
2008 Ministry Verification Form
Personal statement outlining your personal life goals and objectives. Write a paragraph about something that interests you along with an activity or program you are involved in.

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Joseph W. Evans “Struggling Artist” Memorial Award
For artists: (in areas including drawing, painting and photography) grades 9 through college level. Student must have community involvement. Student may reapply for this scholarship, depending upon current grade level.

A 250-word essay on artistic interests, goals and aspirations
Three (3) examples of your work (will be returned)
Two (2) Letters of recommendation from:
Art teacher, Adult member of Trinity
Adult member of a community organization which verifies community activity
2008 Ministry Verification Form

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Dr. Jeffrey P. Radford Memorial Scholarship
For music majors: undergraduate or graduate level. This scholarship is in honor and recognition of Dr. Radford’s 30 years of consecrated and devoted service at Trinity United Church of Christ, Chicago. It will be used to recognize, encourage and support academic achievement and personal development to the ministry of music in the Christian church.

Current official transcript and test scores
Must provide documentation of honors and extracurricular awards in music
2008 Ministry Verification Form
Must maintain a “B” (3.0) or better grade average in order to be considered for scholarship renewal

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Dwain Phillip Lubin Engineering Scholarship
For graduating high school senior, African American Male, ranking 21 or lower in his class, accepted into a mechanical, electrical or structural engineering undergraduate program, preferably at a Historically Black College or University.

Letter of acceptance in a engineering program
Current official transcript and test scores
One (1) Letter of recommendation from teacher or counselor
2008 Ministry Verification Form
200 word essay addressing the topic: The most interesting thing about the engineering field and why I chose to work in this area

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Elsie Benita Haines Memorial Scholarship
For college student in Culinary Arts/Home Economics

Current Official transcript
300 word essay: “My Pursuit of Education will enable me to help the African American community in adopting and maintaining a healthy lifestyle by…”
Two (2)Letters of Recommendation from teacher or advisor, and an adult Trinity UCC member
2008 Ministry Verification Form

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Delores M. Johnson Memorial Award
For second semester or higher students, with at least a 2.5 GPA (C+) in an accredited accounting program.

One (1) Letter of recommendation from your advisor or counselor
2008 Ministry Verification Form
300 word essay explaining why you have chosen the field of accounting
Current official transcript and test scores

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Mildred Chapman Memorial Scholarship
For 2-year or 4-year nursing students. This is a one-year scholarship, renewable for three years.

Current official transcript and test scores
300-500 word essay on: “How will my choice to become a nurse be beneficial to the church and community?” ***See renewal application for it’s essay topic***
One (1) Letter of recommendation from teacher or counselor
2008 Ministry Verification Form

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Marcelle H. Williams Memorial Scholarship
For health care majors whose specialty area requires State of Illinois licensure.

300-400 word essay on: “What impact do you feel you can make in the health care profession?”
One (1) Letter of recommendation from academic advisor or counselor
Current official transcript
2008 Ministry Verification Form

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Rev. Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright, Jr. / Deacon Don Moody Scholarship
This scholarship recognizes individuals, 18 and older, who have knowledge of the 12-Step Program and desire to further their education and rehabilitation in drug and/or alcoholism. Prospective recipients must commit to give back to the ministry by taking calls that come into the church regarding information on placement or work related to the 12-Step Program. This is a one-year scholarship, renewable annually for three years.

Three (3) sealed letters of recommendation from a teacher, a counselor, and alderperson or other community leader as to why applicant should be considered for this scholarship.
Copy of acceptance letter from college/university applicant plans to attend
Current official transcript
300 word essay/bio addressing:
Yourself and family relating to addiction, why should you receive this scholarship and your long-term goals after graduation.

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Swanegan Memorial Teacher’s Scholarship
For education majors at the undergraduate, graduate or post-graduate level; students may reapply for this scholarship depending upon current educational level.

300 word essay on: “No Child Left Behind: Legislation and Its Impact on African American Children in Urban Education Settings.”
One (1) Letter of recommendation from your academic advisor or counselor
2008 Ministry Verification Form
Current official transcript

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Dr. Mary Henderson Wright Scholarship
For graduating female high school seniors who plan to major in mathematics or education that will honor and recognize the dedicated commitment to Christian beliefs exemplified by the lifetime achievements of Dr. Wright, who was a devoted member of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority.

300-word essay addressing: “What legacy would you like to leave to your family and community?”
Copy of acceptance letter/ registration in a four-year college or university
Current official transcripts and test scores
Three (3) Letters of recommendation from: a teacher, an adult member of Trinity UCC, and a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
2008 Ministry Verification Form

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The Joseph A. Stroud Scholarship
For undergraduate, graduate or post-graduate students majoring in journalism, print media, radio/TV production or a related field.

One (1) Letter of recommendation from a professor/advisor
Current official transcript
2008 Ministry Verification Form
300-word essay explaining “How a degree in this field will help the African-American community.”

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Rev. Samuel L. Ellis Theological/ Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Memorial Scholarship
For students enrolled in accredited seminaries. This is a one-year scholarship, renewable annually for three years.

Current official seminary transcript
One (1) Letter of recommendation from your seminary professor/counselor
300 word essay expressing how seminary education has enhanced your call to ordained Ministry

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Rev. Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright, Sr. Scholarship
For students enrolled in an ATS accredited seminary. This is a one-year scholarship, renewable for three years. This scholarship is offered in honor and recognition of the personal development and fidelity to Christian beliefs held by Rev. Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright, Sr. Individuals applying for this scholarship must be active in the community.

Must maintain a grade point average of “B” (3.0) or above
Current official transcript
Verification of active church and community involvement
Have a stated goal in pastoral ministry

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