Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Mu Lambda Zeta Chapter Annie M. Cunningham Scholarship P.O. Box 5142 Jacksonville, NC 28540 [email protected] Dr. Rhonda R. Wooten, President

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. DEADLINE for scholarship applications is March 31, 2021. (NO EXCEPTIONS) 2. Refer to application process below for a list of the supporting documents needed (i.e., reference forms, evidence of GPA, etc.) Incomplete applications will not be considered. 3. If any question does not apply to you in this application please put N/A in the space. 4. Type or print legibly. Illegible applications will be discarded. 5. You will be notified by phone or email if awarded a scholarship No Later Than April 15, 2021. 6. If you have any questions about the application, contact us by email at [email protected].

• This scholarship is open to female college students from Jones and Onslow Counties who are 2nd semester Freshman majoring in Elementary Education, Education and/or Business. The applicant must be able to provide proof that she is currently enrolled and pursuing a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.

• Applicants may be invited to an interview at the discretion of the scholarship committee.

• The Annie M. Cunningham Scholarship is a one-time award of $500.

• The completed scholarship application package must include the following items:

1. Completed application including photograph of applicant. 2. Official Transcript from your college or university. 3. Two letters of recommendation from your school, church, or employer. (Not a family member) 4. Typed essay, 250-500 words (topic is listed on page 2 of the application).

• No application will be considered unless ALL of the documents are enclosed and received by the due date.

• Mail the completed application package by March 31, 2021 to: ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INC. MU LAMBDA ZETA CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE P.O. BOX 5142 JACKSONVILLE, NC 28540

• Proof of enrollment at an accredited college or university is required before the scholarship is disbursed.

MLZ Annie M. Cunningham Scholarship Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood, Finer Womanhood, Since 1920 Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Mu Lambda Zeta Chapter Annie M. Cunningham Scholarship P.O. Box 5142 Jacksonville, NC 28540 [email protected] Dr. Rhonda R. Wooten, President

Scholarship Application Please Type or Print all information Attach Photograph Here

(No larger than 2” by 3”) NAME:

ADDRESS:

EMAIL ADDRESS:

TELEPHONE: DATE OF BIRTH:

A. SCHOLASTIC INFORMATION Name of college or university currently attending: Grade Point Average: List academic honors and/or honor society membership and date(s):

B. COMMUNITY SERVICE AND EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES (Use a separate sheet of paper if necessary) Indicate the names of all organizations, clubs, teams, etc. to which you are currently a member. Provide position(s) held, and date(s) of involvement:

MLZ Annie M. Cunningham Scholarship 1 of 2 C. RESPOND TO THE FOLLOWING TOPIC: (250-500 Words typed, double spaced)

1. Educators are faced with many challenges throughout the school day, as well as throughout the school year. As a new educator, what is one of the biggest challenges you foresee in education and what would you do to counteract it?

Do you have any relatives who are members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority? (If so, indicate their names and relationships to you)

STATEMENT OF ACCURACY

I hereby affirm that all the above stated information provided by me to Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Mu Lambda Zeta Chapter Scholarship Committee is true, correct and without forgery. I also consent that my picture may be taken and used for any purpose deemed necessary to promote Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - Mu Lambda Zeta Chapter’s Scholarship Program.

I hereby understand that if chosen as a scholarship winner, I must provide evidence of current enrollment in an education program before scholarship funds can be awarded.

Signature of scholarship applicant: Date:

The deadline for this application must be Postmarked by Wednesday, March 31, 2021. No exceptions!

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