"Aunty" Geri Kuhia Scholarship
The arts bring beauty, meaning, and happiness to the world, directly impacting countless lives every day.
Creativity drives expression, producing the music, films, books, plays, sculptures, and other art that spread joy throughout the world. As college has grown more expensive, artistic careers have become increasingly reserved for students from wealthy backgrounds, leaving the average student unable to pursue their dreams.
This scholarship aims to honor “Aunty” Geri Kuhla by supporting students who have creative dreams for their futures.
Any Pacific Islander high school, undergraduate or graduate student who is pursuing an arts-related major may apply for this scholarship opportunity, but applicants who have GPAs over 2.5 and volunteering experience are preferred.
To apply, tell us about your interests in the Polynesian community or culture and what “Aloha Happens” means to you.
What interests do you have in the Polynesian community or culture? What does the term "Aloha Happens" mean to you and how do you make it happen?
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The application deadline is Mar 13, 2025. Winners will be announced on Apr 14, 2025.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Apr 14, 2025. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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