foundation seminar presentation j. rody borg, scholarship chair rotary club of arlington
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Foundation Seminar PresentationJ. Rody Borg, Scholarship Chair
Rotary Club of Arlington
What is the Same What Changes Moving Forward:
◦ Clubs◦ Students◦ Process
◦Students must go abroad◦Must fulfill ambassador commitments◦Preference for non-English speaking
countries◦Must reside (study/work) in or hold
permanent residence in District 6970
◦Areas of Focus◦Must go to a Pilot District◦Scholar Must be pursuing a graduate degree◦Possibility of match to increase award
amounts ($25 K to $30K)◦Possibility of less cost to District◦Scholarship may be FV Global or District
Grant ◦Strong Preference for programs with Post
October 1 start dates
Must be “Certified” for Grants Must have a 2 to 3 person Outbound
Scholar Committee Must commit to manage as a District Grant District Committee will assist with travel
preparation details Parallel Paths Planned Must be ready to exercise patience
Must be in process of applying to graduate degree program (Preference for one-year programs. Acceptance required by June.)
Must be planning to attend in next academic year (Seniors or Graduates)
Must be in one of the 6 areas of focus Must be likely to generate sustainable, high
impact outcomes
September◦ district scholarship brochure posted to District website◦ Clubs begin advertising and recruitment
October/November◦ Clubs receive and process applications
December 15 – clubs submit applications to regional committees
January 28 – Nominees forwarded to District Committee
February 19 – District Interviews and selection
District [email protected]