Scholarship Newsletter - Winter 2019
“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I will learn.” -Benjamin Franklin
In This Issue
- Private Scholarships
- Updates & Announcements
- Helpful Financial Aid & Scholarship Tips
- Scholarship Walk-In Hours
Private Scholarships
Why Does Education Matter To You?
- Amount: $5,000
- Deadline: November 30, 2019
Patrick Henry Maddren Scholarship
- Amount: $1,500
- Deadline: August 1, 2020
Internet of Things (IOT) Scholarship for Students, Science and Technology
- Amount: $2,000
- Deadline: April 1, 2020
Minority Women in STEM Bi-Annual Scholarship
- Amount: $3,000
- Deadline: March 22, 2020
Maid Sailors Big Dreams Scholarship
- Amount: $1,500
- Deadline: 1st submission – November 30, 2019
2nd submission - March 31, 2019
- Amount: $2,500
- Deadline: January 1 & June 30 of each year
The Newsome Melton Student Leadership Scholarship
- Amount: $1,500
- Deadline: December 15, 2019
Education Scholarships & Resources
- Amount: Varies
- Deadline: Varies
Updates & Announcements
ATTENTION! 2019-2020 Scholarship Recipients! Contract Deadline is Approaching Fast - December 6, 2019
Start scheduling your workshop by seeing details below under Money Smarts Workshops.
The Dream.US Application is Now Open!
The 2020-2021 CCD General Scholarship Application Opens December 1, 2019.
Remember that applying early means more chances of receiving funds.
Meet Your Scholarship Team!
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Pictured Here: Daysi, Andrea, Roberto & Melanie
The scholarship team at CCD is here to support our students! Not only do we help distribute and maintain scholarship funding through CCD, our foundation and many private donors, but we try to educate our students on how to find funding to help them stay out of debt and have money to be successful in school. Come visit us during our walk-in hours listed below with any questions or help you may need.
Looking to Join a Support Program? Urban Male Initiative May Be for You!
Urban Male Initiative (UMI)
This unique program serves all male students of Community College of Denver (CCD) by recognizing the unique challenges they face as an urban male. Through UMI, CCD works to develop you as leaders, who are ethically disciplined, morally wise, and intellectually capable.
UMI Mantra
New Perspective: New Direction, Re-Aligning Stars & Developing Leaders through Education & Servant Leadership.
Eligibility
Men who are enrolled at CCD are eligible to participate in the Urban Male Initiative. It's that simple!
WANT MORE INFORMATION?
Please contact Jermaine Gunnells to schedule an appointment or stop by the Academic Advising and Student Success Center, located in the Cherry Creek Building, Room 141.
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UMI members proudly representing their group
Money Smarts Workshops
Call 303.352.6964 to reserve a seat or by visiting the Academic Advising and Student Success Center in Cherry Creek Building, Room 141.
Private Scholarship Search
Wednesday, November 20 | 9 - 10:00 a.m. | Presented by Shawn Jackson | Cherry Creek Building, Room 136
This workshop focuses on tips and strategies for searching and applying for private scholarships. Learn about the different application processes for some third-party scholarships and great ways to make submitting your essay a breeze.
Wednesday, November 27 | 10 - 11:00 a.m. | Presented by Shawn Jackson | Cherry Creek Building, Room 136
This workshop focuses on tips and strategies for searching and applying for private scholarships. Learn about the different application processes for some third-party scholarships and great ways to make submitting your essay a breeze.
Financial Aid 101
Wednesday, December 4 | 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. | Presented by Shawn Jackson | Cherry Creek Building, Room 136
Learn the process of receiving financial aid, from completing your FAFSA to getting your refund and everything in between. Explore scholarships and other options for paying for college.
Private Scholarship Search
Thursday, December 5 | 9 - 10:00 a.m. | Presented by Shawn Jackson | Cherry Creek Building, Room 136
This workshop focuses on tips and strategies for searching and applying for private scholarships. Learn about the different application processes for some third-party scholarships and great ways to make submitting your essay a breeze.
The Hitchhiker’s Guide to College
Friday, December 6 | 9 - 10:00 a.m. | Presented by Shawn Jackson | Cherry Creek Building, Room 136
Learn how to live like a student with ease in this workshop. Go over money-saving tips and get info on how to stretch that dollar to make college living a little bit easier.
Helpful Financial Aid & Scholarship Tips
Time Management
Time management is a common problem for everyone, but as a student, there are other factors that need to be taken into consideration. Whether you are fresh out of high school or working and raising a family, everyone needs tips to stay on top of the game. Here are some tips that may help you:
- Write everything down and stay organized. Even if you think you will remember a due date for an assignment for class, do not take a chance on it. Also, go through your course calendar and syllabi and write down all important dates. Knowing what is coming up will help you prepare in advance.
- Use your phone for good and limit distractions. With so many distractions we have at our fingertips, learn to use your phone as a time management tool rather than a time-waster! There are apps that you can look at to help you set reminders or provide productivity tools. If you get tempted to check social media while studying, there are also apps to help block these distractions as well.
- Find balance. We all know times can get stressful. When those times do arise, it is important to step back and take a deep breath. Always remember that it is OK to ask for help when needed from family, friends and your school. Most schools have great resources so take advantage! Finding your balance is a key component to your success and happiness.
Scholarship Walk-In Hours
12:30 - 4:30 p.m. | Confluence Building, Room 118
Get help searching for & applying for scholarships. Open to Colorado Residents, DADA, ASSET & Undocumented Students!
Contact Us: Scholarships@ccd.edu | 303.556.5503
Scholarship Essay Writing Help
Get help writing an essay or polishing one that has already been written.
Confluence Building, 4th Floor
Mondays & Thursdays | 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Tuesdays & Wednesdays | 9:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Fridays, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Walk-in or by appointment