Announcing the Fall 2015 Tippecanoe Area Human Resources Association Scholarship Awards

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1 Announcing the Fall 2015 Tippecanoe Area Human Resources Association Scholarship Awards Who: Undergrad students pursuing an HR related degree and graduate students pursuing a Master s degree in HRD or an MBA with a concentration in HR. When: Application period is September 28 November 6, How: Download the scholarship criteria, application and instructions at tippecanoe.shrm.org all your completed materials in one to: Amount: One scholarship of $1,000 for an undergrad and one scholarship of $1,500 for a graduate student will be awarded. Awards may be used to defray the cost of spring semester 2016 books, tuition, or room and board. Both winners will receive a one year complimentary membership in TAHRA. Winners will be notified by November 30th, 2015 About TAHRA: The Tippecanoe Area Human Resources Association is a Human Resources organization created by HR professionals in the Tippecanoe County area. The purposes of the organization are: to offer an opportunity for HR professionals to exchange information on issues and trends in their field, to promote research to improve the techniques and methods of human resource management, and to provide a medium for educational and professional advancement in the human resources arena for its members. TAHRA is an affiliate of the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM).

2 TAHRA Scholarship Application Tippecanoe Area Human Resources Association (TAHRA) is a Human Resources (HR) organization created by and for HR professionals in the Tippecanoe County area and is an affiliate of the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM). The purpose of the organization is to provide information and a networking system for HR professionals in Tippecanoe and the surrounding counties. Scholarships are awarded based upon the financial need of the student and the applicant s successful fulfillment of the identified scholarship criteria. Scholarship winners receive a one year complimentary membership in TAHRA and financial aid in the sum of $1, for a graduate student and $1, for an undergraduate student. Applicants are reviewed on an individual basis. The scholarship winners will be chosen by the TAHRA Scholarship Committee. To be considered for either scholarship, you must complete the application and submit the required supporting materials on or before the application deadline: November 6, If you have questions please contact the TAHRA Scholarship Chairperson at: We look forward to receiving your application! Tippecanoe Area Human Resources Association

3 TAHRA Scholarship Application Application Deadline: November 6, 2015 Name: Last First M.I. Address: Phone: Home Address: Number and Street City State Zip Check One: Graduate Student Undergraduate Student At which institution are you currently enrolled? Number of Credits/Year in School GPA TAHRA Scholarship Requirements: Provide two references using the attached form. At least one reference must be academic. Provide a current transcript of college coursework. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 as a graduate student or a GPA of 2.5 as an undergraduate student. o Applicants must have completed at least 12 undergraduate credits and be currently enrolled in an HR-related program of study or must be enrolled in a Master s degree program in Human Resources Development (HRD) or an MBA program with a concentration in Human Resources. While all qualified applicants will be considered, preference will be given to students pursuing a defined HR program of study at an accredited Indiana institution. Personal Statement (required): Submit a word personal statement describing how receiving the TAHRA scholarship will aid you in reaching your college and career goals. Please send all requested scholarship application paperwork in one to: 1) TAHRA Scholarship Application 2) Two References 3) Transcript 4) Personal Statement

4 To the applicant: Tippecanoe Area Human Resources Association Scholarship Reference Form 1. You may deliver this form and the additional scholarship application paperwork by or hard copy. 2. Fill in your name in the appropriate space below. Applicant s Name: Please send the completed reference forms with the other requested application paperwork in one to: OR You may submit your scholarship application paperwork by mail to: Tippecanoe Area Human Resources Scholarship Application P.O. Box 5058 Lafayette, IN The application submission deadline is Friday, November 6, ************************************************************************************************************* 1. How long and in what capacity have you known the applicant (for example is he/she your student, employee, etc.)? 2. Please provide an example to illustrate the applicant s commitment to academic excellence and motivation to succeed.

5 3. Please describe the qualities of the applicant that would make him/her a successful HR professional. 4. Please provide any other information concerning the applicant that you think would be useful to the Scholarship Committee. (Attach additional page if needed.) 5. Please evaluate the applicant according to the following categories. Quality Exceptional Good Average Below Average Academic Excellence Maturity Motivation/Initiative Communication Skills Team Player Integrity Commitment Professionalism Potential Evidence of Accomplishments Leadership Flexibility/Adaptability Not Observed Signature (person providing reference) Name (Please print or type) Title Phone Date