Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.Epsilon Phi Sigma Alumnae

Chapter

2012 Scholarship Packet2012 Scholarship Packet

Application Deadline: April 6, 2012

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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC.SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC.The Epsilon Phi Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated is pleased to announce its 2012 Academic Scholarship Program. Since its founding in 1922, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority has exemplified sisterhood, scholarship and service through all of our community endeavors. Our actions reflect the power of our founders' vision to the world around us. We continue to remember the vision of "Greater Service, Greater Progress" and direct our lives to create a stronger and more positive community. In keeping with the sorority’s mission, Epsilon Phi Sigma Chapter will award 2 (two) scholarships of $1000.00 to students exemplifying these ideals, with the purpose of assisting our future leaders in pursuing their educational goals.

The Scholarship Committee will evaluate the applicants based on the following criteria: academic achievement, community service, a personal statement, and two letters of recommendation.

Eligibility Requirements1. Applicant must be a graduating high school senior at a Metropolitan New Orleans High School

(Including Orleans, Jefferson, Plaquemines, St. Bernard, St. Tammany, St. Charles, and St. John parishes)

2. Applicant must be entering college in the year of graduation. 3. Applicant must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.

Documentation Required - The Following Must Be Submitted In One Packet1. Application – Computer generated or typewritten is preferred. Handwritten applications MUST BE

NEAT AND LEGIBLE. Fill in all information. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

2. A typewritten personal statement - 250 to 300 words detailing why the applicant should be this year’s scholarship recipient. The statement should include any relevant information such as: scholastic achievements, commitment to the community, educational and career goals, financial need, family background, and any other pertinent information.

3. Two (2) letters of recommendation – (1) a scholastic recommendation letter from staff/faculty member or your school counselor; and (2) a community service letter of recommendation from a community service representative or coordinator (both letters must be on official letterhead and must be typewritten and signed across the seal of the envelope).

4. An official high school transcript and all recorded grades for your senior year. 5. Wallet size graduation or yearbook photograph . (The photograph will be used in a program booklet.

Please be certain that the photo is clear and appropriate for publication. School ID photos on regular paper are not acceptable.)

DeadlineComplete applications must be received by Sigma Gamma Rho no later than April 6, 2012. Mail to:Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.Epsilon Phi Sigma Alumnae ChapterATTN: Scholarship CommitteeP.O. Box 1803, Gretna, LA 70054

COD’s and signature required mail will not be accepted. All materials submitted become the property of Sigma Gamma Rho and will not be returned. For more information, contact us at our website: www.ephisigma.org or call Annie T. Johnson at (504)909-8325.

Sincerely,

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Jacqueline Shine, President Annie T. Johnson,Scholarship Committee

Chair

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.Epsilon Phi Sigma Alumnae Chapter

2012 SCHOLARSHIP PACKET CHECKLIST

Please review your application packet to ensure that you have included the following:

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

1. ________ Typed and signed application

2. ________ Typed Personal Statement 3. ________ Letter of Recommendation from a community service representative (on official letterhead) returned in a sealed envelope, with signature across the envelope’s seal, addressed to Sigma Gamma Rho, Epsilon Phi Sigma Alumnae Chapter

4. ________ Letter of Recommendation from a staff/faculty member or school counselor (on official letterhead) in a sealed envelope, with signature across the envelope’s seal, addressed to Sigma Gamma Rho, Epsilon Phi Sigma Alumnae Chapter

5. ________ Official high school transcript (minimum GPA of 3.0)

6. ________ Wallet size photograph

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Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

Epsilon Phi Sigma Alumnae Chapter – 2012 Scholarship Application Form

Please type or print clearly

Name:_____________________________________________________________________________First MI Last

Address:___________________________________________________________________________Number and Street City State Zip Code

_______________________________________________(______)____________________________E-mail Address Telephone

High School:____________________________ GPA:_____________________

College To Attend in Fall 2012_____________________________________________________

Other Scholarships Received/Anticipated:________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

School Activities (Please provide contact names, phone numbers or email addresses)

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Community Service Activities (Please provide contact names, phone numbers or email addresses)

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Honors/Awards Received (Please provide contact names, phone numbers or email addresses)

______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Applicant’s Signature__________________________________________Date_________________

Parent/Guardian Signature_____________________________________Date__________________

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