City College Center for Worker Education



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City College’s Center for Worker Education

2014 Scholarships & Awards

NOTE: All students must be matriculated and in good standing.

Closing date: Friday, Mar 14, 2014. Applications open Jan 2014.

Maria Bowen Chapin Scholarship

(Full tuition Fall 2014 & renewable Spring 2015)

The Scholarship Fund was begun in 1921 by Maria Bowen Chapin, a remarkable educator and the founder of the Chapin School, to help students pursue their education. The scholarship awards full tuition and fees for the 2014 Fall Semester.

Funding for the Spring 2015 is available to Award Recipients who submit a progress report as well as an updated transcript to the CWE Financial Aid Office (Jason Chappell) by Jan 7, 2015.

Eligibility:

• Undergraduate.

• A GPA of 3.0 or higher at CWE.

• Financial need.

• At least 36 CWE credits towards a B.S. or B.A. degree.

• U.S. citizenship or non-citizen eligibility (defined on the FAFSA form)

[see separate MBC application form & more details of scholarship at end of document]

Robert Hartman Scholarship

(Full tuition for a year)

Eligibility:

• Undergraduate.

• Financial need.

• Pursuing first degree.

To Apply:

Submit a personal statement of 500 words and copy of filed FAFSA application.

Barbara Aronson CWE Social Justice Award

($1,000)

For students who conduct a research project on human rights, labor, or sustainable development during a study abroad in an underdeveloped country OR who undertake a year long internship in an organization whose mission is to promote social justice.

NOTE: Students must write an essay after they complete the study abroad or the internship.

Eligibility:

• Junior or senior.

• Completed 24 credits at City College.

• Earned at least 60 credits.

• GPA 3.0 or higher.

To Apply:

Submit two CWE Award Recommendation forms - at least one should be from a faculty member who has taught you.

Write a 750 word essay describing your interest in social justice issues and future goals.

Identify your most important social justice issue and describe how you would use the experience of an internship or a study-abroad trip to advance social justice.

Eugene Bellin Scholarship

($300 for two consecutive years)

Eligibility:

• Junior.

• Completed two semesters at CWE.

• Documented record of activity on behalf of social justice.

• GPA of 3.0 or higher.

To Apply:

Submit an essay describing your activities on behalf of social justice and community service, providing specific dates, names, places, and references. Attach photocopies of letters, articles, certificates, and other materials that document the work you have done.

Sol Chaiken Award

($1000)

This award is for a senior student to enhance their interest in the field of Labor Studies.

(In the past, this has been awarded to a student on an internship with a Labor Union and enrolled in a Labor Studies class.)

Eligibility:

• Senior.

• Enrolled in Labor Studies class.

To Apply:

Submit a research essay of 10 pages on any aspect of Labor Studies.

CCNY Alumni Association Award

($1000)

Eligibility:

• Sophomore or junior.

• Evidence of need.

To Apply:

Submit FAFSA, GPA score, transcript and one page personal statement.

CWE Alumni Group Student Award

(Four awards of $200)

Eligibility:

• Junior or Senior (Returning for the 14/15 academic year)

• GPA 2.5 or higher.

To Apply:

Submit transcript and essay on “What role has being a student at CWE played in improving your life?” 250-300 words. Over 300 words will disqualify!

Frances S. Patai Essay Prize

($1,000)

For the best student paper from any class or discipline addressing the role(s) played by women activists in any area related to the topics of war, genocide, and/or human rights.

Eligibility:

• All CWE students.

To Apply:

Submit a paper (10 to 15 page minimum), typed, double-spaced, with complete references and citations.

Edward Rivera Prize for Autobiography

(Two awards of $500)

This prize is named after Edward Rivera, City College Professor of English and acclaimed author of the novel Family Installments who taught autobiography, fiction writing, and literature courses at CWE until his death in 2001. This prize is administered in collaboration with the English Department.

Eligibility:

• All CWE students.

To Apply:

Submit an autobiographical essay.

Ada Shepard Award

($75)

This award was established by Katherine Titakis (1984) in honor of her mother.

Eligibility:

• All CWE students of creative writing.

To Apply:

Submit a sample of creative writing.

Leonard Spano Award for Excellence in History and the Social Science

($100)

For demonstrated excellence in the study of history or the social sciences.

This award was established in honor of Leonard Spano, a student at CWE from 1983 until his death in 1987.

Eligibility:

• Graduating Senior.

To Apply:

Submit a brief essay (750-1000 words) explaining how the study of history or the social sciences at CWE made an impact on your life or outlook.

Samuel Wallach ’29 Award for Educators

(One award of $1000; One award of $500)

Eligibility:

• 2014 CWE graduate.

• A superior record of academic achievement.

• Planning a career in either public school teaching or labor education.

• Committed to public education, progressive teacher unionism, and education with

the aim of achieving social justice.

To Apply:

Submit two recommendation forms from faculty members whose classes you have taken A short essay of 500 words describing why you believe you meet the criteria for this award, and what your plans are for your career in education.

FACULTY NOMINATED AWARDS

The Dean and William Matzkin Award

(Four awards of $1000)

To be awarded to students who are struggling financially to accomplish their academic goals.

Eligibility:

• All students.

• Financial need.

To Apply:

Faculty must send nominations by CLOSING DATE: MAR 14, 2014.

QUEST Scholarship

(Two awards of $1,000)

Two awards based on letters from faculty. Criteria include demonstrated evidence of leadership, scholarship and community service.

Eligibility:

• All CWE students.

To Apply:

Faculty must send nominations by CLOSING DATE: MAR.14, 2014.

by CLOSING DATE: MAR.14, 2014.

The Albert A. Blum Award

($500)

In recognition of a student's outstanding work in the broad field of labor studies. Students in both undergraduate and graduate programs are eligible.

Eligibility:

• All CWE students.

To Apply:

Faculty must send nominations by CLOSING DATE: MAR.14, 2014.

Sylvia Liss Scholarship

($500)

The fund was established in May 2012 with an endowment from Marjorie Liss and Elizabeth Liss in memory of Sylvia Liss, Class of 1963.  

Eligibility:

• Woman over 40.

• NYC resident.

• Must not be in your last semester.

To Apply:

Faculty must send nominations by CLOSING DATE: MAR.14, 2014.

Matthew K. Amberg Scholarship

($1000)

In memory of Matthew K. Amberg, CCNY class of 1941, who devoted his career and life to protect the rights and safety of, and respect for working men and women.

Eligibility:

• All CWE students.

• Concentration in Labor Studies

To Apply:

Faculty, send nominations by CLOSING DATE: MAR 14, 2014.

NOTE: ALL APPLICATIONS and SUPPORT DOCUMENTATION from students and faculty alike must be sent to The Awards & Scholarships Committee Mailbox, CWE, 25 Broadway, NY 10004 by MARCH 14, 2014.

Include one application form for each award you apply for.

Last Updated, Jan 21, 2014.

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APPLICATION FORM FOR ALL AWARDS

At the City College Center for Worker Education

Please check the award(s) / scholarship(s) you are applying for:

___Maria Bowen Chapin Scholarship ___Robert Hartman Scholarship

___ Barbara Aronson CWE Social Justice Award ___Eugene Bellin Scholarship

___Sol Chaiken Award ___CCNY Alumni Award

___CWE Alumni Group Student Award ___Frances S. Patai Award

___Edward Rivera Prize ___Ada Shepard Award

___Leonard Spano Award for Excellence in History and the Social Science

___Samuel Wallach ’29 Award for Educators

Name ____________________________________ Last 4 Digits SSN# ____ ____

Home Address ____________________________ Phone ____________________

City, State, Zip ________________________________________________________________

E-mail Address _______________________________________________________________

Date of Birth ____________________________ Degree Expected Date _________________

Send your full application including essay, transcript, and FAFSA form (if required) to the Awards & Scholarship Committee Mailbox, CWE, 25 Broadway, NY 10004. Closing date is Monday, March 14, 2014. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Applicant’s Signature _____________________________________________________

Date ____________________________

FACULTY NOMINATED AWARDS (For info only) The Dean and William Matzkin Award / QUEST Scholarship /The Albert A. Blum Award / Sylvia Liss Scholarship /Matthew K. Amberg Scholarship

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City College Center for Worker Education

2014 Awards & Scholarships

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The Maria Bowen Chapin Scholarship (MBC)

The Maria Bowen Chapin Scholarship Fund was begun in 1921 by Maria Bowen Chapin, a remarkable educator and the founder of the Chapin School, to help students pursue their education. In 2005, the Board decided to place the fund under the management of the New York Community Trust. The scholarship awards full tuition and fees for the Fall Semester 2014. Funding for the Spring Semester 2015 will be available to Award Recipients who submit a progress report as well as an updated transcript to the CWE Financial Aid Office (Jason Chappell) by Jan 7, 2015.

The Maria Bowen Chapin Scholarship Fund will consider applications for tuition awards from student who have:

A GPA of 3.0 or higher at CWE

A demonstrated need for financial aid

At least 36 CWE credits towards a B.S. or B.A. degree

U.S. citizenship or non-citizen eligibility, as defined on the FAFSA form for federal student aid.

Decisions for awards will be based upon the applicant’s essay, assessment of personal and professional goals, leadership qualities, financial need, the most recent transcript, and two letters of recommendation.

Submit a signed completed MBC application form (available below) with a copy of your transcript(s), a copy of the filed FAFSA application, personal statement, resume, and two letters of recommendation.

Applications will be available from the CWE Reception Desk and on the CWE website from Monday, January 27, 2014 and must be completed and returned by Friday, March 14, 2014.

Maria Bowen Chapin Scholarship

Application Form

Center for Worker Education

25 Broadway, 7th floor, New York, NY 10004

Application For:__________________ (semester and year)

1. Name: _____________________________________________________________________

2. Date of birth: ____________________ Place of birth: _____________________________

3. Address: ___________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

4. Are you a US Citizen? ____

If not do you have permanent residency status? _______________________

5. Previous educational institutions attended:

Name Dates attended Credits received

_____________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

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6. Total credits CWE has accepted from previous institutions: ________________________

7. How many credits do you have from CWE? (minimum of 36 required) ________________

8. How many credits do you need to graduate from CWE? _____________________________

9. How many credits do you plan to take with this scholarship? _______________________

10. What is your GPA at CWE? (3.0 minimum) ________________________________________

11. Name and address of current employer:_________________________________________

12. Position and hours worked per week: ___________________________________________

13. Your salary: _________ 14. Salary of spouse: ___________ 15. Savings: ______________

16. All other sources of funding/support: ___________________________________________

17. Number and age of dependents: ________________________________________________

18. Submit a one-page essay discussing how your concentration furthers your plans. Extracurricular interests and biographical information may be included.

Signature:__________________ Date:_____________

Summary of Requirements:

1. Application

2. Essay (attached to application)

3. Resume (if available)

4. Most recent CWE transcript

5. Two letters of recommendation: one academic recommendation from a CWE professor or representative who can comment on your ability to carry out your program and one personal recommendation from someone who can comment on your character. These recommendations should be sent separately to the CWE Financial Aid Office (Jason Chappell)

Please note that incomplete applications will not be read.

To be considered for aid for the 2014 Fall Semester the completed form and letters of recommendation are due in the CWE Financial Office (Jason Chappell) by March 14, 2014.

Award Recipients will be granted funding for the 2015 Spring Semester provided that the candidates submit a one page progress report and an updated transcript reflecting a GPA of 3.0 or higher to the CWE Financial Aid Office (Jason Chappell) by Jan 7, 2015.

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