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The Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation
Bernie Myerson Scholarship Fund
3 Awards. $3,000 for higher education.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicants:
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Must be employee (minimum of 1 year) of a theatrical exhibition company and must be in good standing with employer
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or a child of the employee (minimum of 10 years) of a theatrical exhibition company and must be in good standing with employer
Residency:
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U.S. Citizen
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Permanent resident
Qualified Institution:
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Institution in the United States
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Vocational/technical school
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Two-year college
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Four-year college
Applicant Requirement:
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Academic or employer recommendations - minimum of 2
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Essay
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Transcript
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Resume of community service
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2009 Tax Return
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Proof of citizenship or U.S. residency
Applicant must demonstrate:
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Past academic performance and future potential
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Financial need
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Leadership and participants in school and community activities
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Minimum 3.0 GPA for all coursework completed in last four years
General Information:
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3 awards of $3,000 are issued each year
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Individual award amount $3,000
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Past recipients may reapply
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Number of applicants limited to 100 - first come, first serve
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Relatives of selection committee ineligible for award
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Application Deadline - June 1, 2010
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Award will be paid directly to educational institution
THE BERNIE MYERSON SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation (WRMPPF) is committed to helping students pursue their goal of a higher education through the Bernie Myerson Scholarship Fund. This fund was established in 2003 as a tribute to the former president and chief executive officer of Loews Theaters. He was extensively involved in charities and philanthropic activities throughout his life. WRMPPF is offering up to $3,000 in scholarships to qualified students, who will attend an accredited college, Vocational/technical school or university full-time during the 2010-2011 academic school-year.
The Bernie Myerson Scholarship is intended to provide financial support for employees and children of employees of the Exhibition Community and in good standing with their current employer. Candidates must have a minimum of a 3.0 grade point average and exhibit financial need.
Students applying are required to complete a 100 to 200 word essay about how the exhibition/distribution industry has impacted their life. This essay should include what you hope to achieve in your personal and professional life after completing college, and need for financial aid.
Additional documents to support your completed application:
* Statement of financial status
* Letters of recommendation - teachers, coaches or employers
* School transcripts
* Essay
* Awards and honors
Required documents for the 2010-2011 application cycle must be postmarked by the application deadline of June 1, 2010 and will be considered on time when processed.
Please send application to or for further information:
Pat Samuelson
Bernie Myerson Scholarship Fund
Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers
10045 Riverside Drive, 3rd Floor
Toluca Lake, CA 91602
(818) 755-2340
pat@wrmail.org
Bernie Myerson Application
Best of luck as you work to find the financial support you deserve!
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