Laura Allen

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

2/19/2018

2018Sigma Alpha Lambda Scholarship

An Overview of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Alpha Phi Alpha is the first intercollegiate, Greek-letter Fraternity founded for African-Americans. Since the day the fraternity was founded, (December 4, 1906) at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, ov er 100,000 members have been initiated into the Fraternity.

The organization's national programs date back to 1919 when Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity introduced its "Go-to-high School, Go-to College" campaign to increase the education level of the African-American community. The Fraternity subsequently took the lead in the African-American voting rights struggle and coined the nationally famous phrase: "A Voteless People is a Hopeless People" as part of its effort to register minority voters. In 1980, the Fraternity and the March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation began collaboratively implementing “Project Alpha”. This collaborative project is designed to provide education, motivation and skill-building on issues of respect, responsibilities, and role of males in relationships. Project Alpha consists of a series of workshops and informational sessions conducted by Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity brothers. On July 23, 2010 the Fraternity implemented its fourth national program, Brother’s Keeper. Under this program, great attention is given to senior brothers of the fraternity, their widows and senior citizens of our communities.

Today, Alpha Phi Alpha continues its commitment to the community through the fraternity's education, active engagement in community service, encouraging academics, and building foundations. These are key elements that have been developed to provide scholarships to outstanding students and shelter to underprivileged families. To demonstrate the vision necessary for the next millennium, the fraternity has dedicated itself to training a new generation of leaders through national mentoring programs and partnerships designed to ensure the success of our children and our future. Additionally we work teachers and educators at all levels to provide instruction that will equip students to lead in their chose career fields.

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A. Eligibility

This scholarship award is available to any male high school senior that:

1) Meets the State of Maryland high school graduation requirements;2) Possesses a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 3.0 or better on

4.0 scale;3) Plans to attend a two or four-year college or university;4) Demonstrated commitment to community service;5) Applicants must be in good standing within their school environment;6) Applicant must have letter of acceptance or intention from prospective

college/university they have applied to;

B. Requirements for consideration

1. Provide an “official transcript” from your high school counselor or principal.Make sure it indicates the most current GPA and class ranking. Your high school counselor or principal must certify documentation in the appropriate space.

2. Provide two letters of recommendations. One recommendation must be completed by a Teacher or School Counselor.

3. Use the information below to provide an essay: (Must be written by the applicant)

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., the world's oldest historically African-American male intercollegiate fraternity is renowned for its leadership in helping to shape American social, economic and political climate.

Your task : Write an essay, no more than 500 words, that explains what you think are key skills to be an effective leader and how these skills will assist you in furthering your personal and academic development.

4. All application packets must be postmarked by March 19, 2018 . Incomplete application packets will NOT be reviewed and therefore eliminated from consideration. Fax applications will not be accepted.

5. Submit Photo “Only” if notified of scholarship selection.

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6. Scholarship awardees will be notified no later than April 23, 2018.

7. Selective award recipients may also be provided with an opportunity to attend the“Leadership Development Institute” on behalf of Sigma Alpha Lambda Chapter during the summer of the selection year.

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APPLICATION PACKAGE CHECKLIST

Please take your time and complete all required forms. The checklist is to help students organize their submission for the Sigma Alpha Lambda Academic Scholarship.

Please submit completed forms/documents below:

1. ☐ Submit a complete and signed application. Information that does not apply to you should state “N/A” for non-applicable.

2. ☐ Submit an official copy of your High School transcript.3. ☐ 1. Prepare and submit your essay on effective leadership (not to

exceed 500 words, double spaced, 12pt, Arial font)4. ☐ Submit two letters of recommendation. At a minimum, one letter must be from

an academic teacher or your Guidance Counselor.

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Student Information

Name: Last, First, MI Student Name.Date of Birth: DOB.

Mailing Address: Address.City, State, Zip Code: Click or tap here to enter text.Current High School: High School.Email Address: Click or tap here to enter email. County: County.

Graduation Date: Date.Class Rank: Rank.

Cumulative GPA: GPA. Best School Subject: Subject.

Parent InformationFather’s Name: Click or tap here to enter text.Father’s Occupation: Click or tap here to enter text.Mother’s Name: Click or tap here to enter text.Mother’s Occupation: Click or tap here to enter text.

Standardized Test Information.Have you taken the ACT Test? Yes ☐ Score: . No ☐Have you taken the SAT Test? Yes ☐ Score: . No ☐

If you have not taken the SAT or ACT, what date are you planning to take them?SAT: select date. ACT: select date.

College Admission InformationList colleges or universities where you have been accepted for admission

College/University City State

College/University City State

College/University City State

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List colleges or universities where your application for admission is still pending.

College/University City State

College/University City State

College/University City State

Leadership: List the student clubs or organizations you have been involved with other the last four years and any leadership positions held.

Club or Organization Year(s) Participated Position Held (if any)

Community Service and Support: List Community Service Activities you’ve participated in and year(s) of participation:

Community Service Activity Year (s) Participated

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Athletic & Extracurricular Activity:

Activity Year(s) Participated Award(s)/Achievements

List any jobs you have held with the last three years:

Employer Position Held

List any additional information which you think would be helpful to the committee.

Click or tap here to enter additional text.

Certification

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I Enter your name. certify that the information given in this application is complete and correct to the best of my knowledge and that I have not attended any educational institutions other than the Colleges and Universities listed in this application. Furthermore, I understand that I am responsible for forwarding my official transcript from the High School that I currently attend. I understand that all materials submitted in my application package will be discarded to ensure the privacy of the student is protected. I further understand that Sigma Alpha Lambda Chapter may disclose my name, photo, and general information with regards to your achievements and aspirations in official Alpha correspondence.

_______________________________________________________________/_____________________________Signature of Applicant Date

______________________________________________________________/_______________________________Signature of Parent or Guardian (if under 18 Years Date Of Age)

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