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Perceptions Saginaw Valley Scholarship

 

The Perceptions organization was formed in 2002 to provide educational programs, networking opportunities, and services for the well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender individuals and their families, allies, and their community at large.

The scholarship will be awarded to a Michigan resident who has demonstrated a passion for promoting mutual respect and acceptance across borders of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA
  • Resident of Michigan
  • High school senior, college student or non-traditional student
  • Pursuing a graduate or undergraduate degree or vocational training
  • Demonstrated a commitment to promoting respect and acceptance of diversity across all borders including race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression.
  • Full-/part time enrollment
     EVALUATION CRITERIA:

Special essay (50); community service (20); leadership (15); career goals as demonstrated in essay (15).  Additional points will be awarded to members of Perceptions or PFLAG Tri-cites (10).

Special Attachments Required

1)  Special Essay Topic:  Tell us how you currently promote respect and acceptance within your community and how you will continue this work throughout your life.

2)  Although it is not a requirement that the applicant is a member of Perceptions or PFLAG Tri-cities, members and their immediate families will be given an additional 10 points.  Please provide membership information.

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