Omicron Alpha Lambda Chapter Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. P. O

Omicron Alpha Lambda Chapter Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. P. O. Box 1870 Spotsylvania, VA. 22553

2016 Omicron Alpha Lambda Scholarship Application Guidelines

The Omicron Alpha Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha® Fraternity, Inc. will award $1,500 scholarships to graduating seniors in the Rappahannock area in four categories: The Dr. Phillip Y Wyatt Scholarship which is based on academic performance and financial need, The Emory T. Turner Scholarship which is based on academic and athletic performance, The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship which is based on academic performance and community service involvement; and The Walter P. Richardson Scholarship which awarded at the discretion of the Chapter members. To apply, interested seniors must submit a completed application form (attached) along with the information listed below with a postmark no later than 14 April 2016:

(1) A copy of your high school transcript. Note that a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 is required.

(2) At least two letters of recommendation; one from a member of your high school faculty, and the other from a prominent individual in your community.

(3) A copy of an acceptance letter from a college or university (if available).

(4) If applying for the Emory T. Turner Scholarship, also include a list of athletic honors, and no more than 2 pages of supporting material (e.g., newspaper clippings, copies of certificates, etc.)

(5) If applying for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship, also include a list of the community service activities in which you have been involved.

NOTE: Scholarships are applicable to Universities, Junior, and Community Colleges

Send all information to the chairman of the Chapter’s Education and Scholarship Committee at the following address:

James Copeland, Chairman Education and Scholarship Committee Omicron Alpha Lambda Chapter Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. P. O. Box 1870 Spotsylvania, Virginia 22553

Applications postmarked after 14 April 2016 will not be considered.

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Scholarship Application

Note: Phillip Y. Wyatt Scholarships are awarded based on academic performance and financial need. Emory T. Turner Scholarships are awarded based on academic and athletic performance. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarships are awarded based on academic and community service . Walter P. Richardson Scholarship awarded at the discretion of the Chapter Members

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APPLICANT INFORMATION

Name: Address:

Phone:

School: Cum. GPA:

Extra Curricula Activities: College You Plan to Attend: Name:

Major:

Accepted? (Yes or No):

Check one of the following: Note: Applying for Phillip Y. Wyatt Scholarship All applicants will be considered for the Applying for Emory T. Turner Scholarship Walter P. Richardson scholarship Applying for Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship

PARENTAL INFORMATION

Father: Occupation:

Mother: Occupation:

Combined Annual Income:

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Name:

In the space provided below, please identify the major reasons why you should be selected as a Phillip Y. Wyatt , Emory T. Turner, or Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship recipient. Also include a statement of your college plans, and career goals.

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