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Food Service and Food Science

4755 ■ ALASKA COMMISSION ON POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION

Attn: AlaskAdvantage Programs
3030 Vintage Boulevard
Juneau, AK 99801-7109
Tel: (907)465-2962
Free: 800-441-2962
Fax: (907)465-5316
E-mail: customer_service@acpe.ak.us
Web Site: http://alaskaadvantage.state.ak.us/page/257
To provide financial assistance to Alaska residents who are interested in working on an undergraduate or graduate degree in fisheries or related fields.
Title of Award: A.W. "Winn" Brindle Memorial Education Loan Program Area, Field, or Subject: Business; Fisheries sciences/management; Food science and technology Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year, depending upon the amount of contributions made to the fund by private donors and fisheries businesses. Funds Available: Loans are awarded to cover the cost of tuition, fees, books, supplies, room, board, and transportation costs. An origination fee of 3% is deducted from the eligible loan amount. The interest rate charged is 5%. This is a partial scholarship/loan program; recipients are eligible for up to 50% forgiveness upon graduation if they return to Alaska to secure employment in a fisheries-related field. Duration: Up to 5 years of undergraduate study and up to 5 years of graduate study, or a combined maximum of 8 years of study. Recipients have up to 15 years to repay the loans.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to full-time undergraduate and graduate students in Alaska who are interested in working on a degree at an accredited college or university that will lead to a career in fisheries, fishery science, fishery management, seafood processing, food technology, or other fishery-related fields. Applicants who have been nominated by program donors are given preference for receipt of funds. Additional Information: This program is funded by private donations and contributions from fisheries businesses in exchange for tax credits. A fisheries business is entitled to a tax credit of up to 5% of its business tax liability for contributions made during the tax year to this scholarship/loan fund. Businesses and other donors are encouraged to nominate individuals for receipt of these funds.

4756 ■ AMERICAN HOTEL & LODGING EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION

Attn: Manager of Foundation Programs
1201 New York Avenue, N.W., Suite 600
Washington, DC 20005-3931
Tel: (202)289-3188
Fax: (202)289-3199
E-mail: ahlef@ahlef.org
Web Site: http://www.ahlef.org/scholarships_american_express.asp
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate students interested in majoring in hospitality management in college.
Title of Award: American Express Academic Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Food service careers; Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, this program awarded 7 Academic Scholarships. Funds Available: Full-time students at 4-year institutions receive $2,000; part-time students at 4-year institutions receive $1,000; full- or part-time students at 2-year institutions receive $500. Funds are paid in 2 equal installments. Checks are made out jointly to the recipient and the academic institution and must be endorsed by both. Funds may be used only for tuition, fees, and books. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must 1) be actively employed (at least 20 hours per week) at a hotel or motel that is a member of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) and have been employed at least 12 months by a hotel or 2) be the dependent of an employee who meets the requirements above and has been employed in the hospitality industry in some capacity in the past. In addition, applicants must be enrolled or planning to enroll as an undergraduate student in a hospitality management program offered by a university or college. Along with their application, they must submit a 500-word essay on their personal background, including when and why they became interested in the hospitality field, what characteristics will allow them to succeed, and how their education will help them to achieve their career objectives and future goals. Selection is based on financial need, industry-related work experience, academic record, extracurricular activities, career goals, the essay, and neatness and completeness of the application. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: The American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (EI) offers a parallel program for students who meet the same eligibility requirements: the American Express EI Professional Development Scholarship, which provides funding for EI distance learning courses and professional certification programs. Information on those scholarships is available from the EI at 2113 North High Street, Lansing, MI 48906, (517) 372-8800, (800) 752-4567, Fax; (517) 372-5141, E-mail: academics@ei-ahla.org.

4757 ■ AMERICAN HOTEL & LODGING EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION

Attn: Manager of Foundation Programs
1201 New York Avenue, N.W., Suite 600
Washington, DC 20005-3931
Tel: (202)289-3181
Fax: (202)289-3199
E-mail: ahlef@ahlef.org
Web Site: http://www.ahlef.org/scholarships_annual_grant.asp
To provide financial assistance to students working on an undergraduate degree in hospitality management at participating schools.
Title of Award: American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation Annual Scholarship Grant Program Area, Field, or Subject: Food service careers; Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 212 students received support from this program. Funds Available: The amount awarded varies by school. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be attending a 2-year or 4-year college in the United States or Canada that is preapproved and participating in the foundation's scholarship program (for a list of schools, write to the foundation). They must be majoring in hospitality management (including hotel and restaurant management) as full-time students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Individual schools select the final recipients. Deadline for Receipt: Schools must submit their nominations by April of each year. Additional Information: Nearly 80 schools are preapproved to participate in this program. This program includes the following named scholarships: the American Hotel and Lodging Association Allied Member Scholarships, the American Hotel and Lodging Foundation Annual Giving Campaign Scholarships, the American Hotel and Lodging Foundation General Scholarships, the Bill Fisher Scholarships, the Cecil B. Day Memorial Scholarships, the Steven Belmonte Scholarships, the Conrad N. Hilton Memorial Scholarships, the J. Willard Marriott Memorial Scholarships, the John Clifford Memorial Scholarships, the Karl Mehlmann Memorial Scholarships, the Richard Kessler Scholarships, the Curtis C. Nelson Scholarships, and the Handlery Scholarships.

4758 ■ AMERICAN HOTEL & LODGING EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION

Attn: Manager of Foundation Programs
1201 New York Avenue, N.W., Suite 600
Washington, DC 20005-3931
Tel: (202)289-3181
Fax: (202)289-3199
E-mail: ahlef@ahlef.org
Web Site: http://www.ahlef.org/scholarships_ecolab.asp
To provide financial assistance to students working on a college degree in hospitality management.
Title of Award: Ecolab Academic Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Food service careers; Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Professional, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 22 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000 for students in 4-year baccalaureate programs or $1,000 for students in 2-year associate programs. Funds are distributed in 2 equal installments (in August and December). Checks are made out jointly to the recipient and the recipient's academic institution. Funds may be used only for tuition, fees, and books. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students working on an associate or baccalaureate degree in hospitality management. They must be enrolled or intending to enroll full time. Along with their application, they must submit a 500-word personal essay on when and why they became interested in the hospitality field, the characteristics or qualifications that will allow them to succeed, and how their education will help them to achieve their career objectives and future goals. Selection is based on industry-related work experience; financial need; academic record and educational qualifications; professional, community, and extracurricular activities; personal attributes, including career goals; the essay; and neatness and completeness of the application. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: In addition to these academic scholarships, the program also provides support to hospitality professionals seeking certification in the following operational areas: certified hotel administrator, certified lodging manager, certified engineering operations executive, and certified hospitality housekeeping executive. This program is known as EI Certification Scholarship Program. Funds are available to cover the cost of the certification study guide, examination fee, and certification fee. Information on that program is available from the EI at 2113 North High Street, Lansing, MI 48906, (517) 372-8800, (800) 752-4567, Fax; (517) 372-5141, E-mail: academics@ei-ahla.org. Both academic and certification programs are supported by Ecolab.

4759 ■ AMERICAN HOTEL & LODGING EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION

4760 ■ CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR

Attn: Friends of the Fair Scholarship Program
1600 Exposition Boulevard
P.O. Box 15649
Sacramento, CA 95852
Tel: (916)274-5969
E-mail: wross@calexpo.com
Web Site: http://www.bigfun.org
To provide financial assistance to residents of California who are studying culinary cooking or hospitality management.
Title of Award: California State Fair Culinary Cooking and Hospitality Management Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Culinary arts; Food service careers; Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Vocational/Occupational Number Awarded: 2 each year: 1 at $1,500 and 1 at $500. Funds Available: Stipends are $1,500 or $500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of California currently working on an associate degree at a culinary specialty school in the state. Applicants must be enrolled in a culinary cooking or hospitality management program. They must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Along with their application, they must submit a 2-page essay on why they are pursuing their desired career and life goals. Selection is based on personal commitment, goals established for their chosen field, leadership potential, and civic accomplishments. field, leadership potential, and civic accomplishments. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: The Friends of the Fair Scholarship Program was established in 1993.

4761 ■ CHOICE HOTELS INTERNATIONAL

Attn: Foundation
10750 Columbia Pike
Silver Spring, MD 20901
Tel: (301)592-6258
Web Site: http://www6.choicehotels.com
To provide financial assistance to women interested in preparing for a career in the hospitality industry.
Title of Award: Women's Business Alliance Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Food service careers; Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year; recipients may reapply.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to female high school seniors, undergraduates, and graduate students. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents interested in preparing for a career in the hospitality industry. They must submit an essay of 500 words or less on their experience or interest in the hospitality industry and how it relates to their career goals, including any community service experience that has impacted their career goals or their interest in the industry. Financial need is not considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: July of each year.

4762 ■ CLUB FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Coordinator
1733 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22314-2720
Tel: (703)739-9500
Fax: (703)739-0124
E-mail: schaverr@clubfoundation.org
Web Site: http://www.clubfoundation.org/stuscholar.html
To provide financial assistance for college to students planning a career in private club management.
Title of Award: Joe Perdue Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Food service careers; Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management; Management Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 7 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500 per year. Funds are paid directly to the recipient's college or university. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students who are currently attending an accredited 4-year college or university and are actively preparing for a managerial career in the private club industry. Applicants must have completed their freshman year with a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Along with their application, they must submit an essay of 500 to 1,000 words on their career objectives and goals, the characteristics they possess that will allow them to succeed as a club manager, how their experiences with the Club Management Association of American (CMAA) shaped their perception of the association and the private club management industry, their specified interests within the private club management field, and why they feel the Club Foundation should select them as a scholarship recipient. Selection is based on academic record (20 points), extracurricular activities (15 points), the essay (20 points), and employment record (15 points). Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: The Club Foundation was formerly the Club Management Institute Foundation. It is the nonprofit foundation affiliated with the CMAA.

4763 ■ CLUB MANAGERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA-GEORGIA CHAPTER

c/o Jeff Orkus, Chapter Scholarship Chair
Idle Hour Golf and Country Club
251 Idle Hour Drive
Macon, GA 31210
Tel: (478)477-1724
Fax: (478)757-2405
E-mail: jorkus@idlehourclub.com
Web Site: http://www.gacmaa.org
To provide financial assistance for college or graduate school to members of the Georgia Chapter of the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) and their families, especially those interested in a career in club management.
Title of Award: Georgia Chapter Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Food service careers; General studies/Field of study not specified; Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 3 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students in the following priority order: 1) Georgia CMAA members and the children, stepchildren, grandchildren, and adopted children of Georgia CMAA members who are working on a hospitality degree; 2) children, stepchildren, grandchildren, and adopted children of Georgia CMAA members working on a liberal arts degree; and 3) CMAA student chapter members working on a hospitality degree. Both undergraduate and graduate students are eligible. Georgia chapter members must have completed their freshman year and be enrolled full time and CMAA student chapter member applicants must have completed their sophomore year and be full-time students in a hospitality management program. All applicants must have a GPA of 2.75 or higher. Along with their application, they must submit an essay of 250 to 500 words on their career objectives, their interest in club management, and why they should be a scholarship recipient. Selection is based on the essay, class ranking, GPA, extracurricular activities, and work experience; financial need is not considered. Deadline for Receipt: September of each year. Additional Information: Recipients may study at a college or university anywhere in the United States.

4764 ■ CLUB MANAGERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA-LONE STAR CHAPTER

c/o Mary P. Miller, Executive Secretary
6405 Kentucky Court
Colleyville, TX 76034
Tel: (817)849-8532
Free: 800-689-2622
Fax: (817)656-9769
E-mail: tlsc@sbcglobal.net
Web Site: http://www.texascmaa.org
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students majoring in the hospitality program at selected universities in Texas.
Title of Award: James B. "Sam" Bass Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Food service careers; Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Up to 3 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000 per year. Funds are paid directly to the recipient's university. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to active members of the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) in chapters at the University of Houston, Texas Tech University, or the University of North Texas. Applicants must be full-time students majoring in the hospitality program with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Along with their application, they must submit an essay of 500 to 750 words on their club employment history, reason for application, local chapter involvement and contributions, goals in CMAA, and why they deserve the scholarship. Financial need is not considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: Information is also available from Christina Toups, Texas Lone Star Chapter Past President, Ridglea Country Club, 3700 Bernie Anderson, Fort Worth, TX 76116-2526, E-mail: cat@ridgleacountryclub.com.

4765 ■ CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS FOUNDATION, INC.

Attn: Director, Educational Programs
1720 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20036
Tel: (202)263-2836
Free: 800-784-2577
Fax: (202)775-0773
E-mail: spouses@cbcfinc.org
Web Site: http://www.cbcfinc.org
To provide financial assistance to minority and other undergraduate and graduate students who reside in a Congressional district represented by an African American and are interested in preparing for a health-related career.
Title of Award: Cheerios Brand Health Initiative Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Biological and clinical sciences; Chemistry; Education, Physical; Engineering; Food service careers; Health care services; Medicine; Nursing Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to 1) minority and other graduating high school seniors planning to attend an accredited institution of higher education and 2) currently-enrolled full-time undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students in good academic standing with a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Applicants must reside or attend school in a Congressional district represented by a member of the Congressional Black Caucus. They must be interested in preparing for a career in a medical, food services, or other health-related field, including pre-medicine, nursing, chemistry, biology, physical education, and engineering. Along with their application, they must submit a 500-word personal statement on 1) the field of study they intend to pursue and why they have chosen that field; 2) their interests, involvement in school activities, community and public service, hobbies, special talents, sports, and other highlight areas; and 3) any other experiences, skills, or qualifications they feel should be considered. They must also be able to document financial need. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: The program was established in 1998 with support from General Mills, Inc.

4766 ■ CONNECTICUT COMMISSION ON CULTURE AND TOURISM

Attn: Tourism Division
505 Hudson Street, Second Floor
Hartford, CT 06106 Tel: (860)270-8089
Fax: (860)270-8077
E-mail: joyce.fredericks@po.state.ct.us
Web Site: http://www.tourism.state.ct.us/tourism.asp
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students from Connecticut who are preparing for a career in the hospitality industry.
Title of Award: Richard B. Combs Hospitality Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Food service careers; Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Master's, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Connecticut who are high school seniors, high school graduates who have not yet enrolled in college, or enrolled undergraduate or graduate students at an accredited college or university. Applicants must be preparing for a career in the hospitality industry. Along with their application, they must submit an essay on a topic about hospitality as it relates to Connecticut tourism, 2 letters of recommendation, a current transcript, a personal letter of intent explaining how this scholarship will help them to achieve their academic goals, and a personal resume. Selection is based on personal achievement and demonstrated interest in the hospitality industry. Deadline for Receipt: September of each year.

4767 ■ DECA

1908 Association Drive
Reston, VA 20191-1594
Tel: (703)860-5000
Fax: (703)860-4013
E-mail: decainc@aol.com
Web Site: http://www.deca.org/student.html
To provide financial assistance for college to DECA members who are also members of an academy of hospitality and tourism affiliated with the National Academy Foundation.
Title of Award: American Express Foundation of Hospitality and Tourism Academy Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Food service careers; Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management; Management; Marketing and distribution; Travel and tourism Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to DECA members who are high school seniors and also members of an academy of hospitality and tourism affiliated with the National Academy Foundation. Applicants must be interested in enrolling in a 2-year or 4-year course of study in marketing, merchandising, or management at an accredited institution or university. Selection based on DECA involvement, leadership, and grades. Applicants may also include a statement in support of financial need and it will be reviewed. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This program is sponsored by American Express.

4768 ■ DECA

1908 Association Drive
Reston, VA 20191-1594
Tel: (703)860-5000
Fax: (703)860-4013
E-mail: decainc@aol.com
Web Site: http://www.deca.org/student.html
To provide financial assistance for college to DECA members interested in the hospitality industry.
Title of Award: Marriott International Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Business administration; Food service careers; Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management; Marketing and distribution Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Up to 6 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to DECA members who are interested in working full time on a 2-year or 4-year degree in business or marketing to prepare for a career in the hospitality industry. Applicants must be able to demonstrate evidence of DECA activities, academic achievement, leadership ability, and interest or experience in the hospitality industry. Selection is based on merit, not financial need. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This program is sponsored by Marriott International, Inc.

4769 ■ FLORIDA SEA GRANT COLLEGE PROGRAM

Attn: Director
University of Florida
Building 803 McCarty Drive
P.O. Box 110400
Gainesville, FL 32611-0400
Tel: (352)392-5870
Fax: (352)392-5113
Web Site: http://www.flseagrant.org/students/scholarships/index.htm
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate or graduate students working on a degree in a marine science-related field at any Florida university that participates in the Florida Sea Grant College Program.
Title of Award: Aylesworth Foundation for the Advancement of Marine Science Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Biological and clinical sciences; Economics; Engineering; Food science and technology; Marine biology Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Generally, 4 or more each year. Funds Available: The maximum stipend awarded is 65% of the annual official university or college cost of attendance or $4,000, whichever is less. Duration: 1 year; renewable until the recipient completes the degree.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible to be nominated by their department chair are undergraduate or graduate students who are working on a degree in an academic discipline that has direct application in marine science (ranging from biology and engineering to economics and food science) at a university or college in Florida that participates in the Florida Sea Grant College Program. Financial need is the principal factor used in the selection process, although academic record, leadership, and personal character are also considered. Florida residents are given preference. Deadline for Receipt: November of each year. Additional Information: The Florida Sea Grant College Program, established in 1986, operates as a partnership between the Florida Board of Education and the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The participating institutions are Florida A&M University, Florida Gulf Coast University, Florida Atlantic University, Florida Institute of Technology, Florida International University, Florida State University, Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution, Mote Marine Laboratory, New College of Florida, Nova Southeastern University, University of Central Florida, University of Florida, University of Miami, University of North Florida, University of South Florida, and University of West Florida. These scholarships are sponsored by the Aylesworth Foundation for the Advancement of Marine Science, the Southeastern Fisheries Association, and the Florida Sea Grant College Program.

4770 ■ INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FOOD INDUSTRY SUPPLIERS

Attn: IAFIS Foundation
1451 Dolley Madison Boulevard
McLean, VA 22101-3850
Tel: (703)761-2600
Fax: (703)761-4334
E-mail: info@iafis.org
Web Site: http://www.iafis.org
To provide financial assistance to outstanding undergraduate students who are interested in working on a degree in food engineering.
Title of Award: Food Engineering Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Food science and technology; Food service careers Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: The stipend of $2,500 is paid to the student in equal installments throughout the junior or senior academic year. In addition, a $500 travel grant is given to each recipient to attend Worldwide Food EXPO. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to sophomores and juniors majoring in food engineering at accredited institutions in the United States or Canada. Applicants must be U.S. or Canadian citizens, have an outstanding academic record, have a well-rounded personality, and be able to demonstrate an intent to prepare for a career in the food industry. Along with their application, they must include a 250-word essay on their rationale for choosing the food industry as a career. Age, sex, race, and financial need are not considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This program, established in 1983, includes the Paul Girton Food Engineering Scholarship and the Gordon Houran Food Engineering Scholarship.

4771 ■ INTERNATIONAL FOODSERVICE EDITORIAL COUNCIL

P.O. Box 491
Hyde Park, NY 12538
Tel: (845)229-6973
Fax: (845)229-6993
E-mail: ifec@aol.com
Web Site: http://www.ifec-is-us.com
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate or graduate students who are interested in preparing for a career in communications in the food service industry.
Title of Award: IFEC Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Communications; Creative writing; Culinary arts; English language and literature; Food science and technology; Food service careers; Graphic art and design; Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management; Journalism; Management; Marketing and distribution; Nutrition; Photography; Photography, Journalistic; Public relations Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Master's, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 5 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $3,000 per year. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to currently-enrolled college students who are working on an associate, bachelor's, or master's degree. They must be enrolled full time and planning on a career in editorial, public relations, photography, food styling, or a related aspect of communications in the food service industry. The following food service majors are considered appropriate for this program: culinary arts; hospitality management; hotel, restaurant, and institutional management; dietetics; food science and technology; and nutrition. Applicable communications areas include journalism, English, mass communications, public relations, marketing, broadcast journalism, creative writing, graphic arts, and photography. Selection is based on academic record, character references, and demonstrated financial need. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

4772 ■ KENTUCKY RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION

Attn: Educational Foundation
133 Evergreen Road, suite 201
Louisville, KY 40243
Tel: (502)896-0464
Free: 800-896-0414
Fax: (502)896-0465
E-mail: info@kyra.org
Web Site: http://www.kyra.org
To provide financial assistance to students in Kentucky who are preparing for a career in the food service industry.
Title of Award: Kentucky Restaurant Association Academic Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Food service careers Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Master's, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies; generally, up to 25 each year. Funds Available: Stipend amounts vary, depending on tuition and fees at the school the recipient attends. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must have been Kentucky residents (or residing within 25 miles of Kentucky's borders) for the past 18 months. They must be enrolled or planning to enroll at an accredited college to work on an associate, bachelor's, or master's degree in food service. Work experience in food service is required. Financial need is considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: June or December of each year.

4773 ■ MASSACHUSETTS RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION

Attn: Hospitality Institute
333 Turnpike Road, Suite 102
Southborough, MA 01772-1775
Tel: (508)303-9905
Free: 800-852-3042
Fax: (508)303-9985
E-mail: pchristie@massrestaurantassoc.org
Web Site: http://www.marestaurantassoc.org/educationscholarships.htm
To provide financial assistance to Massachusetts residents interested in preparing for a career in the restaurant and food service industry.
Title of Award: Massachusetts Restaurant Association Hospitality Institute Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Food service careers Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 32 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Several cooperating colleges and culinary institutes provide matching funds. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to graduating high school seniors, high school graduates, and undergraduate college students who are residents of Massachusetts. Applicants must have been accepted as full-time or substantial part-time students in a restaurant or food service-related postsecondary program. They must have a GPA of 2.75 or higher. High school seniors must have at least 250 hours of restaurant or food service work experience; high school graduates and college students must have at least 750 hours of such experience. Additional Information: This program was established in 2001.

4774 ■ NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITY FOOD SERVICES

c/o Michigan State University
Manly Miles Building
1405 South Harrison Road, Suite 305
East Lansing, MI 48824-5242
Tel: (517)332-2494
Fax: (517)332-8144
Web Site: http://www.nacufs.org
To provide financial assistance to college students preparing for a career in the food service industry.
Title of Award: Clark E. DeHaven Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Food service careers Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 4 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $4,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to U.S. or Canadian citizens currently enrolled full time as sophomores, juniors, or seniors in an accredited program that will lead to an undergraduate degree in food service or a related field. Applicants must be enrolled at institutions that are members of the National Association of Colleges and University Food Services. They must have a GPA of 2.75 or higher. Along with their application, they must submit an official transcript, 2 letters of recommendation, a letter of personal evaluation, and a resume. Selection is based on academic record, financial need, commitment to a career in food service professions, character, campus citizenship, volunteer activities, and campus involvement. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: These scholarships were first awarded in 1990. Information is also available from H. Michael Rice, Michigan State University, Food Stores, 171 Service Road, East Lansing, MI 48824.

4775 ■ NATIONAL DAIRY PROMOTION AND RESEARCH BOARD

c/o Dairy Management Inc.
10255 West Higgins Road, Suite 900
Rosemont, IL 60018-5616
Tel: (847)803-2000
Fax: (847)803-2077
E-mail: marykateg@rosedmi.com
Web Site: http://www.dairycheckoff.com/DairyCheckoff/about/scholarship.htm
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate students in fields related to the dairy industry.
Title of Award: NDPRB Undergraduate Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Business administration; Communications; Dairy science; Economics; Education; Food science and technology; Journalism; Marketing and distribution; Nutrition; Public relations Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 20 each year: the James H. Loper Jr. Memorial Scholarship at $2,500 and 19 other scholarships at $1,500. Funds Available: Stipends are $2,500 or $1,500. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors enrolled in college and university programs that emphasize dairy. Eligible majors include agricultural education, business, communications and/or public relations, economics, food science, journalism, marketing, and nutrition. Fields related to production (e.g., animal science) are not eligible. Selection is based on academic performance; interest in a career in dairy; involvement in extracurricular activities, especially those relating to dairy; and evidence of leadership ability, initiative, character, and integrity. The applicant who is judged most outstanding is awarded the James H. Loper Jr. Memorial Scholarship. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: Dairy Management Inc. manages this program on behalf of the National Dairy Promotion and Research Board (NDPRB).

4776 ■ NATIONAL FFA ORGANIZATION

Attn: Scholarship Office
6060 FFA Drive
P.O. Box 68960
Indianapolis, IN 46268-0960
Tel: (317)802-4321
Fax: (317)802-5321
E-mail: scholarships@ffa.org
Web Site: http://www.ffa.org
To provide financial assistance to FFA members from designated states who are interested in studying agriculture or food science in college.
Title of Award: Bunge North America Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Agricultural sciences; Food science and technology Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Funds are paid directly to the recipient. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members who are graduating high school seniors planning to enroll full time in college. Applicants must be residents of Alabama, Arkansas, California, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, Rhode Island, Tennessee, or Texas and interested in working on a 4-year degree in agriculture or food science. They must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and be able to demonstrate active community involvement and strong leadership skills. Selection is based on academic achievement (10 points for GPA, 10 points for SAT or ACT score, 10 points for class rank), leadership in FFA activities (30 points), leadership in community activities (10 points), and participation in the Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) program (30 points). U.S. citizenship is required. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: Funding for this scholarship is provided by Bunge North America, Inc. of St. Louis.

4777 ■ NATIONAL FFA ORGANIZATION

Attn: Scholarship Office
6060 FFA Drive
P.O. Box 68960
Indianapolis, IN 46268-0960
Tel: (317)802-4321
Fax: (317)802-5321
E-mail: scholarships@ffa.org
Web Site: http://www.ffa.org
To provide financial assistance to FFA members from Minnesota interested in studying food-related fields at a college or university in the state.
Title of Award: Malt-O-Meal Company Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Agricultural sciences; Business administration; Food science and technology Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000 per year. Funds are paid directly to the recipient. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members who are graduating high school seniors planning to enroll full time in college. Applicants must be residents of Minnesota interested in working on a 2- or 4-year degree in agriculture, food science, food technology, or business at a college or university in the state. Selection is based on academic achievement (10 points for GPA, 10 points for SAT or ACT score, 10 points for class rank), leadership in FFA activities (30 points), leadership in community activities (10 points), and participation in the Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) program (30 points). U.S. citizenship is required. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: Funding for this scholarship is provided by Malt-O-Meal Company.

4778 ■ NATIONAL FFA ORGANIZATION

Attn: Scholarship Office
6060 FFA Drive
P.O. Box 68960
Indianapolis, IN 46268-0960
Tel: (317)802-4321
Fax: (317)802-5321
E-mail: scholarships@ffa.org
Web Site: http://www.ffa.org
To provide financial assistance to FFA members who wish to study agriculture and related fields in college.
Title of Award: National FFA Scholarships for Undergraduates in the Sciences Area, Field, or Subject: Agricultural sciences; Animal science and behavior; Dairy science; Engineering, Agricultural; Environmental conservation; Environmental science; Equine studies; Food science and technology; Horticulture; Natural resources; Technology Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies; generally, a total of approximately 1,000 scholarships are awarded annually by the association. Funds Available: Stipends vary, but most are at least $1,000. Duration: 1 year or more.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to current and former members of the organization who are working or planning to work full time on a degree in fields related to agriculture; this includes: agricultural mechanics and engineering, agricultural technology, animal science, conservation, dairy science, equine science, floriculture, food science, horticulture, irrigation, lawn and landscaping, and natural resources. For most of the scholarships, applicants must be high school seniors; others are open to students currently enrolled in college. The program includes a large number of designated scholarships that specify the locations where the members must live, the schools they must attend, the fields of study they must pursue, or other requirements. Some consider family income in the selection process, but most do not. Selection is based on academic achievement (10 points for GPA, 10 points for SAT or ACT score, 10 points for class rank), leadership in FFA activities (30 points), leadership in community activities (10 points), and participation in the Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) program (30 points). U.S. citizenship is required. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: Funding for these scholarships is provided by many different corporate sponsors.

4779 ■ NATIONAL FFA ORGANIZATION

Attn: Scholarship Office
6060 FFA Drive
P.O. Box 68960
Indianapolis, IN 46268-0960
Tel: (317)802-4321
Fax: (317)802-5321
E-mail: scholarships@ffa.org
Web Site: http://www.ffa.org
To provide financial assistance to FFA members from Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio who are interested in studying food science in college.
Title of Award: Paradise Tomato Kitchens Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Food science and technology Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000 per year. Funds are paid directly to the recipient. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members who are graduating high school seniors planning to enroll full time in college. Applicants must be residents of Indiana, Kentucky, or Ohio interested in majoring in food science at a 4-year institution in 1 of those states. Preference is given to applicants who have competed in state or national FFA sponsored events. Selection is based on academic achievement (10 points for GPA, 10 points for SAT or ACT score, 10 points for class rank), leadership in FFA activities (30 points), leadership in community activities (10 points), and participation in the Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) program (30 points). U.S. citizenship is required. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: Funding for these scholarships is provided by Paradise Tomato Kitchens, Inc.

4780 ■ NATIONAL FFA ORGANIZATION

Attn: Scholarship Office
6060 FFA Drive
P.O. Box 68960 Indianapolis, IN 46268-0960
Tel: (317)802-4321
Fax: (317)802-5321
E-mail: scholarships@ffa.org
Web Site: http://www.ffa.org
To provide financial assistance to FFA members who are interested in studying fields related to agriculture, business, engineering, or nursing in college.

Title of Award: Tyson Foods Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Agribusiness; Agricultural sciences; Business; Business administration; Engineering; Food science and technology; Management; Nursing; Packaging Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 10 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Funds are paid directly to the recipient. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members who are either high school seniors or already enrolled full time in college. Applicants must be working on or planning to work on a 2-year or 4-year degree in agriculture, food science, food technology, supply chain management, product development, product development, product packaging, nursing, engineering, or business. They must reside in a community in which a Tyson Foods processing facility is located. Selection is based on academic achievement (10 points for GPA, 10 points for SAT or ACT score, 10 points for class rank), leadership in FFA activities (30 points), leadership in community activities (10 points), and participation in the Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) program (30 points). U.S. citizenship is required. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: Funding for these scholarships is provided by Tyson Foods, Inc.

4781 ■ NATIONAL POULTRY AND FOOD DISTRIBUTORS ASSOCIATION

Attn: NPFDA Scholarship Foundation
958 McEver Road Extension, Unit B-8
Gainesville, GA 30504
Tel: (770)535-9901; 877-845-1545
Fax: (770)535-7385
E-mail: info@npfda.org
Web Site: http://www.npfda.org
To provide financial assistance to students enrolled in fields related to the poultry and food industries.
Title of Award: NPFDA Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Agriculture, Economic aspects; Food science and technology; Nutrition; Poultry science Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 4 each year. Funds Available: Stipends range from $1,500 to $2,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to full-time students entering their junior or senior year of college. Applicants must be studying poultry science, food science, agricultural economics or marketing, nutrition, or another area related to the poultry industry. Along with their application, they must submit a 1-page narrative on their goals and ambitions and their transcripts. Selection is based on academic excellence, past and current involvement in poultry and food-related activities, and professional objectives. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: The National Poultry and Food Distributors Association (NPFDA) established its Scholarship Foundation in 1979. The following named scholarships are included in the program: the Albin S. Johnson Memorial Scholarship, the William Manson Family Memorial Scholarship, and the Alfred Schwartz Memorial Scholarship.

4782 ■ TOURISM CARES FOR TOMORROW

Attn: Program Manager
585 Washington Street
Canton, MA 02021
Tel: (781)821-5990
Fax: (781)821-8949
E-mail: info@tourismcares.org
Web Site: http://www.tourismcares.org
To provide financial assistance to high school seniors planning to major in tourism in college.
Title of Award: Academy of Hospitality and Tourism Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Food service careers; Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management; Travel and tourism Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to seniors at high schools with an Academy of Hospitality and Tourism program affiliated with the National Academy Foundation (NAF). Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and be interested in majoring in a travel or tourism-related field (e.g., hotel management, restaurant management, tourism) in college. Along with their application, they must submit a 2-page essay on the following question: "In your future career in tourism, what responsibility will you have for preservation and conservation of tourism sites around the globe? How will you meet those challenges?" Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1995 as a partnership between NAF and National Tourism Foundation (now a part of Tourism Cares for Tomorrow).

4783 ■ TOURISM CARES FOR TOMORROW

Attn: Program Manager
585 Washington Street
Canton, MA 02021
Tel: (781)821-5990
Fax: (781)821-8949
E-mail: info@tourismcares.org
Web Site: http://www.tourismcares.org
To provide financial assistance to upper-division students from North Carolina who are majoring in tourism.
Title of Award: Rene Campbell Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Food service careers; Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management; Travel and tourism Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of North Carolina entering their junior or senior year at an accredited 4-year college or university in the United States or Canada. Applicants must be working on a degree in a travel and tourism-related program and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Along with their application, they must submit a resume, a letter of recommendation, and a copy of their transcript. Financial need is not considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

4784 ■ TOURISM CARES FOR TOMORROW

Attn: Program Manager
585 Washington Street
Canton, MA 02021
Tel: (781)821-5990
Fax: (781)821-8949
E-mail: info@tourismcares.org
Web Site: http://www.tourismcares.org
To provide financial assistance to college students in Kentucky who are majoring in tourism.
Title of Award: Pat and Jim Host Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Food service careers; Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management; Travel and tourism Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500 per year. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to full-time students enrolled in a 4-year college or university in Kentucky. Applicants must be Kentucky residents, have at least a 3.0 GPA, and be majoring in a travel or tourism-related field (e.g., hotel management, restaurant management, tourism). Along with their application, they must submit an essay of 2 to 5 pages outlining how they perceive the changing role of the group tour industry. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

4785 ■ TOURISM CARES FOR TOMORROW

4786 ■ TOURISM CARES FOR TOMORROW

Attn: Program Manager
585 Washington Street
Canton, MA 02021
Tel: (781)821-5990
Fax: (781)821-8949
E-mail: info@tourismcares.org
Web Site: http://www.tourismcares.org
To provide financial assistance to upper-division students from Michigan who are majoring in tourism.
Title of Award: New Horizons Kathy LeTarte Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Food service careers; Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management; Travel and tourism Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Michigan entering their junior year at an accredited 4-year college or university in the United States or Canada. Applicants must be working on a degree in a travel and tourism-related program and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Along with their application, they must submit a 2-page essay on niche markets with an emphasis of student markets. Financial need is not considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 2000.

4787 ■ TOURISM CARES FOR TOMORROW

Attn: Program Manager
585 Washington Street
Canton, MA 02021
Tel: (781)821-5990
Fax: (781)821-8949
E-mail: info@tourismcares.org
Web Site: http://www.tourismcares.org
To provide financial assistance to upper-division students who are majoring in tourism.
Title of Award: National Tour Association Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Food service careers; Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management; Travel and tourism Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students entering their junior or senior year at an accredited 4-year college or university in the United States or Canada. Applicants must be working on a degree in a travel and tourism-related program and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Along with their application, they must submit a 2-page essay on why they have chosen to prepare for a career in the hospitality and tourism industry. Financial need is not considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This program is sponsored by the National Tour Association (NTA).

4788 ■ TOURISM CARES FOR TOMORROW

Financial need is not considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This program is sponsored by the National Tour Association (NTA).

4789 ■ TOURISM CARES FOR TOMORROW

Attn: Program Manager
585 Washington Street
Canton, MA 02021
Tel: (781)821-5990
Fax: (781)821-8949
E-mail: info@tourismcares.org
Web Site: http://www.tourismcares.org
To provide financial assistance to upper-division students in selected states who are majoring in tourism.
Title of Award: Tourism Cares for Tomorrow State Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Food service careers; Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management; Travel and tourism Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 20 each year: 1 in each of the participating states. Funds Available: Stipends range from $500 to $1,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students entering their junior or senior year at a designated 4-year college or university in 20 states. Applicants must be residents of 1 of the following states: Alabama, California, Connecticut, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Texas, Utah, or Virginia. They must be attending the designated institution in their state with a major in a field related to travel and tourism and a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: Information is also available from a faculty member at each of the 20 colleges and universities participating in this program. For a list of their names and addresses, contact Tourism Cares for Tomorrow.

4790 ■ TOURISM CARES FOR TOMORROW

Attn: Program Manager
585 Washington Street
Canton, MA 02021
Tel: (781)821-5990
Fax: (781)821-8949
E-mail: info@tourismcares.org
Web Site: http://www.tourismcares.org
To provide financial assistance to upper-division students who are majoring in tourism.
Title of Award: United States Tour Operators Association Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Food service careers; Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management; Travel and tourism Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students entering their junior or senior year at an accredited 4-year college or university in the United States or Canada. Applicants must be working on a degree in a travel and tourism-related program and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Along with their application, they must submit a 2-page essay on why they have chosen to prepare for a career in the hospitality and tourism industry. Financial need is not considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This program is sponsored by the United States Tour Operators Association.

4791 ■ TOURISM CARES FOR TOMORROW

Attn: Program Manager
585 Washington Street
Canton, MA 02021
Tel: (781)821-5990
Fax: (781)821-8949
E-mail: info@tourismcares.org
Web Site: http://www.tourismcares.org
To provide financial assistance for college to students with disabilities who are planning a career in the travel and tourism industry.
Title of Award: Yellow Ribbon Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Food service careers; Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management; Travel and tourism Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $3,500. Duration: 1 year.

Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students with a physical or sensory disability (verified by an accredited physician) who are entering or attending an accredited 2- or 4-year college or university in the United States or Canada. Applicants must be working on or planning to work on a degree in a field related to travel and tourism. High school seniors must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher; college students must have at least a 2.5. Along with their application, they must submit a 2-page essay on how they intend to use their education in making a career in travel and tourism. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1993.

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