Robert Lawyer Memorial Scholarship
Robert “Bob” Lawyer was a beloved father, grandfather, son, and brother who experienced a tragic and unexpected death in 2018 when he was just 52 years old.
Bob was a huge proponent of doing what you loved and chasing your passions with enthusiasm. He believed strongly in his local community and was devoted to improving it. He remained committed to empowering people to serve their communities to make a difference throughout his life, participating in various charitable and church activities as well as Rotary International and Junior Achievement.
This scholarship aims to support non-traditional students who are forging a new path forward for their families in higher education.
Any first-generation high school, undergraduate, trade school, or graduate student who is a non-traditional student (26 or older, etc.) with demonstrated experience in their intended field may apply for this scholarship opportunity, but students from rural communities are preferred.
To apply, tell us how being a non-traditional college student has affected your educational experience and your future goals.
How has being a non-traditional college student impacted your educational experience thus far and how has it impacted your future goals?
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The application deadline is Aug 31, 2024. Winners will be announced on Oct 1, 2024.
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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 Oct 1, 2024. 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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