Intertribal Timber Council
SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT
For
Native American/Alaskan Natural Resource Students
Deadline: March 31, 2006
Award:
$1,800 for college students (number of awards varies per year)
$1,200 for graduating senior high school students
Purpose: The Truman D. Picard Scholarship Program is dedicated to the support of Native American students pursuing higher education in Natural Resources.
Required material:
Letter of Application demonstrating (1) an interest in Natural Resources, (2) a commitment to education, community/culture, (3) academic merit and (4) financial need. The Education Committee reviews and ranks each application. All four points should be addressed in the letter. The letter may be up to two pages in length.
Resume
Three letters of reference
Validated enrollment in a federally recognized Tribe or Native Alaska Corporation, as established by the U.S.Government.
HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS: Please provide documented proof of application to an institution of higher education to study in the area of Natural Resources along with school grades.
COLLEGE STUDENTS: If you are currently enrolled in a higher education program please provide documented proof of study in the area of Natural Resources, along with your most recent grades.
All information requested must be received by the close of business March 31,2006 (5:00 P.M. Pacific Standard Time) to be considered. This information can also be found at our website -
Inquires and applications should be directed to the Intertribal Timber Council office:
INTERTRIBAL
TIMBER COUNCIL
ATTN: EDUCATION COMMITTEE
1112
N.E. 21st AVENUE
PORTLAND, OR 97232-2114
(503)
282-4296