LIGHT TO EDUCATION Scholarship

Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity Inc. is a social fraternity founded on April 4th, 1986 at the University of Iowa. Out of the 18 founding fathers, 16 were of Latino/Hispanic ancestry, sought to create an organization that was united under the principles of Brotherhood, Scholarship, Community Service and Cultural Awareness. They created Sigma Lambda Beta as a means to empower one another and other minority students, to better themselves, their campus, and their communities. They also wanted to share their unique cultures with other people. Over the past 20 years, these principles and ideals have allowed Sigma Lambda Beta to flourish, as there are currently over 100 active collegiate entities and 15 alumni associations that span across 28 states from Coast to Coast. Sigma Lambda Beta seeks to promote the equality of all peoples, regardless of race, culture, or ethnicity. Our principles of Brotherhood, Scholarship, Community Service, and Cultural Awareness are a guiding light to that goal. It is with these principles in mind, that the brothers of the Phi Beta Chapter of the most honorable Sigma Lambda Beta offer this scholarship. We believe that everyone deserves the chance to better themselves, regardless of their financial situation. We hope that with this aid one more person can help better their community, country, and the world.

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Brotherhood: We provide a home away from home, a family base at school. We help each other stay on track with academics, work through hardships we may encounter, or are there to have fun and hang out. As brethren, we are there for each other no matter what. Scholarship: Obtaining a college degree is our number one priority. We offer academic guidance and hold weekly study hours. We encourage high school students to attend college by tutoring and acting as liaisons between them and the University of Washington. Community Service: To enhance oneself, we must better our community. We do everything in our power to better the communities we are a part of, be it the university community, the greater Seattle area, or the entire country itself. We raise funds for the homeless in Seattle, tutor underprivileged students, clean two main streets on campus, and raise funds for the American Diabetes Association and Relay for Life. Cultural Awareness: To truly seek the acceptance of all cultures in our society, we must educate and expose those cultures. We hold numerous events to promote the Latino culture on campus, and support other events that share our ideal of cultural awareness. Application Checklist: Signed and Completed Application University of Washington Unofficial Transcript One Letter of Recommendation Two Short Answer Essays

Phi Beta Chapter University of Washington

* Final Deadline: May 14, 2012 * Opportunity for Wisdom, Wisdom for Culture
To receive this $500.00 scholarship, the applicant must meet the following requirements: A freshman male student at the University of Washington, Seattle Campus. Obtain a G.P.A. of 3.0 or above upon completion of Winter Quarter 2012. One letter of recommendation An unofficial University of Washington transcript.

Once the applications have been evaluated, finalists will be selected for a follow up interview. The recipient of the scholarship will be invited to our 2012 Phi Beta Banquet where they will be presented with the award.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Full Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Mailing Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Housing Situation (Please Circle One): On-Campus Off-Campus With Parents

Permanent Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Phone Number: E-Mail Address: Date of Birth:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:
High School Attended, City, State: ______________________________________________________________________________________ G.P.A.:_____________ Class Rank:_____________ ACT/SAT Scores:______________

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PERSONAL BACKGROUND:
Race: Choose all that apply (circle): Black/African American Native American White/Caucasian Asian Latino/Hispanic Other:__________________________

Highest Level of Education Completed (Father): Circle One Elementary Jr. High High School College (SpecifyDegree):____________________

Highest Level of Education Completed (Mother): Circle One Elementary Jr. High High School College (Specify Degree): ___________________ YES NO _____________________

Will you be the first in your immediate family to attend college? If not, how many are currently/have attended college? Place of Birth* (City, Country):

______________________________________________________________________________________ *Note: This will NOT affect scholarship eligibility

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Leadership:

_____________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________
Community Service:

_____________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________
Employment:

_____________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________
Intended Major: ______________________________________________________________________________________ How will you support yourself financially while attending school (Scholarships, Loans, etc)? ______________________________________________________________________________________

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SHORT ESSAYS
Please answer two of the following essay questions. Each essay should be restricted to 500 words or less. Brotherhood: Strong bonds and experiences between family and/or friends are important especially when trying to overcome adversity. Provide a time when you helped or were helped by someone close to you in order to overcome an obstacle that otherwise would not have been possible. Scholarship: Provide specific goals and aspirations motivating you to continue your education. Explain how academic success will impact you and your community. Community Service: Giving back to the community involves an unselfish mentality of generosity and fulfillment. Explain how you have contributed to your community through volunteering or other acts of unselfishness. Cultural Awareness: Describe a moment in your life in which you felt proud of your cultural identity. Elaborate as to why you felt this way and what you learned from it. Verification
My signature certifies that all the information provided in this application for the Light to Education Scholarship is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I hereby authorize the Phi Beta Chapter Scholarship Committee to inquire and verify all information necessary in the processing of this application.

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Mail Completed Applications to: Sigma Lambda Beta: Scholarship Committee 1100 NE Campus Parkway, Box 355650 Seattle, Washington 98195

Questions or Concerns, please contact:

Rigoberto Valle Jr.

Vice President of Phi Beta Chapter Scholarship Committee Chairperson valler@uw.edu

Noe David Marroquin

Scholarship Committee Chairperson noem2@uw.edu