1. No category

Serving the financing needs of
Aboriginal businesses for over 25 years
Variable and fixed interest rates starting at
prime plus 3% (6% and up)
Non-repayable contributions available
on eligible projects
*rates and non-repayable contributions are based
on project eligibility and certain criteria
To find out more about our products & services call:
1-888-766-2376 or visit our website:
www.ulnooweg.ca
Markie Bus Tours
Halifax Casino Runs
On the first Friday of every month we depart from Truro Staples parking lot,
Robie Street at 9:30am. Leaving Halifax Casino at 3:30pm same day.
Please call ahead for seating. $30.00 per person. Also on the first
Sunday & first Friday of every month depart from New Glasgow Zellers
parking lot at 8:00am. Leaving Halifax Casino at 3:00pm same day.
Please call ahead for seating. $30.00 per person.
1. Bus Transportation
2. FREE Non-Alcoholic Beverages on floor
3. One Meal Coupon
Visit: Casino Nova Scotia for more Information.
Contact MARKIE BUS TOURS for more information.
Phone: 902-843-5501
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Millbrook First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER June 2015
!
You’re invited to help celebrate
“Kids on the Run”
&
“Running REZ Chicks”"
!
FUN RUN
Saturday"June"20th,"2015"
At!9:00!am!located!at!the!Truro!Power!Center!(Legends!Parking!
Lot)!
!
The!Run!will!start!at!the!Power!Center,!down!Tower!Road,!To!Elderberry!Way,!To!Birchbark!Road,!to!
Glooscap,!and!back!behind!the!Empire!Theaters!back!to!the!Power!Center!(Legends)!parking!lot.!!The!
runners!will!be!led!by!the!Millbrook!RCMP!during!the!run.!!
PLEASE NOTE:
BEST PRIZE FOR THE MOST CREATIVE SIGN
TO HELP CHEER ON THE RUNNERS!!!!
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!
!
RUNNING REZ CHICKS
Is#a#learn#to#run#program##for#ladies#
starting##
May#27th,#2015#(Wednesday)#
At#5pm#(sharp!)#
Millbrook#Track#and#Field#
#
Please#dress#for#the#weather##
Rain#or#Shine!!!#
For#more#info#or#to#register......#
Please#contact#Sunshine#Bernard#
At#895M9468#or#890M5665#
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Millbrook First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER June 2015
BUSINESS FORUM
!
!
!
!
WHO:
!
!
!
!
!
!
!
!!
!
WHAT:
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
!!
1. Mi’kmaq women/men interested in the
skilled trades; or
2. Mi’kmaq Skilled Trade Workers looking for
work;! and
3. Business Owners interested in procurement
opportunities
BUSINESS
FORUM
!
!
!
WHERE: Ramada
(Park Place) Dartmouth
!
!
BRING
RESUMES AND
CERTIFICATES
LEARN…
• About training
opportunities
• What jobs are coming
up
• What the union has to
offer you
• How to take advantage
of procurement
opportunities
• How to use the Major
Projects Database
WHEN:
Monday June 29, 2015
8:30am to 4pm
WHY:
To learn about the opportunities
stemming from the Emera Newfoundland
& Labrador Nova Scotia Power
IN ATTENDANCE
Maritime Link Inc. Project
• Guest Speakers
• Emera Newfoundland &
Labrador (ENL)
• Main Contractors of the
Maritime Link Project
• Sub-Contractors
• Unions
• Mi’kmaq Businesses
• Training Organizations
/Institutes
• Government
• Etc.
www.memski.ca
Contact: Sheila Isaac, HR and Client Care
Tel: 902.270.4400. Email: [email protected]
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Database!skills!
Include:!
Powerline Laborer
Administrative Support
Deck hand
Powerline Technician
Engineering Technologist
Diver
Electrician
Carpenter
Welder
Metal Fabricator
Scaffolding
Construction
Heavy Equipment Operator
Security
Pipe fitter
Landscaper
Mechanic
Truck Driver
Civil Engineer
Boat operator
Crane Operator
Wind Turbine Technician
Janitorial Service
Food handler
Internet Technology
Culinary Arts
Drywaller/Finisher
Painter
Photographer
Environmental Monitor
& Technologist
!
!
!
!
!
!
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
!!
!
!
!
YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND
AN INFORMATION SESSION
With!Carley!Gloade!&!Sheila!Isaac!
Who:
Mi’kmaq women/men interested in the skilled
trades; or Mi’kmaq Skilled Trade Workers looking
for work; and Business Owners interested in
procurement opportunities.
What:
Major Projects Database
Where:
Millbrook Senior’s Centre - Refreshments
and snacks will be served
When:
Friday June 5, 2015 – 1:00pm-3:00pm
Why:
To learn about the NSPMLI Project, what it
has to offer and to sign up on the
Major Projects Database
Please bring resumes and certificates
And so much more . . .
Include!your!skills!
today!!
!
!
!
!
!
!
!
!
!
!
!
www.memski.ca
SEA Agreement
Recently, Kwilmu’kw Maw-klusuaqn
Negotiation Office (KMKNO) Mi’kmaw Rights
Initiative entered into a Socio-Economic
Agreement (SEA) with Emera Newfoundland &
Labrador for the Nov a Scotia Pow er Maritime
Link Inc. (NSPMLI) Project, providing direct
benefits to their 12 member Mi’kmaq
communities. Upon direction of the Assembly
of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq Chiefs, KMKNO subcontracted part of the SEA work to Memski
Projects Inc.
!
Carley Gloade Phone: 902-897-9199
!
www.memski.ca!
Sheila Isaac Phone: 902-270-4400
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Millbrook First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER June 2015
!
Grand Opening Event
Felix's Evolution Motorsports is pleased to announce that it will hold a Grand Opening & RibbonCutting Ceremony for its newly constructed facility at 30 Treaty Trail, Millbrook, NS. The event
will start at 11:00am on June 13, 2015
"We're happy to introduce our facility, products, and services to the community and those who
helped bring this project to fruition," said owner Chad Felix. This event marks the launch of a
hopefully long and prospers relationship with the business community, our customers and the
Millbrook First Nation.
Evolution Motorsports specializes in off road products from 50cc to 250cc for the whole family.
There will be great deals on ATV's, Dirt Bikes, Electric Scooters, Dune buggies, Helmets,
Protective Gear and much more! Members of the business community will be on hand for the
ribbon cutting. There will be music, BBQ, and give aways all day long.
Looking for that perfect gift for grading day? Look no further, we have bikes for every size and
budget! Give your child a great excuse to get out of the house this summer and experience the fun
and excitement of off road motorsports.
Evolution Motorsports will soon open a new on road division called Evolution Motors. We will
offer quality pre-owned cars, trucks, SUVs and service. our dealership will be in operation early
August. Come on down and talk with our friendly and knowledgeable staff and let us get you into
a vehicle you love at the best price in town.
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Millbrook Cultural & Heritage Centre
YOU’RE INVITED!!!
Where:
Millbrook Cultural & Heritage Centre
65 Treaty Trail (Located at the 40’ Statue of Kluskap)
Millbrook, N.S
When:
Sunday June 21st, 2015
For more information please contact Garrett or Heather at
(902)843-3493 or email
[email protected] or
[email protected]
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Millbrook First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER June 2015
MILLBROOK STUDENT SUMMER EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM
APPLICATION FORMS WILL BE AVAILABLE ON WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3
The following rules and regulations will be strictly adhered to.
The purpose of the Millbrook Summer Employment Program is for students to gain work
experience and skill development in various areas of employment.
Due to the large number of eligible students and fiscal accountability,
not all students who apply and are interviewed will be hired.
This is the only Summer Employment Program that will be funded by Millbrook
Chief and Council. Eligible students will be Millbrook Band Members who live on the
Millbrook Reserves, that are in Grade 10 or above, are over 15 years of age and under 30
years of age, who attended school for the entire school year without being absent for
more than 20 school days, and can provide written, confirmed plans to return to
school FULL TIME, are eligible to apply. Students who are currently suspended or have
missed more than 20 school days, are NOT eligible to apply. There will be no
exceptions to these rules.
Post secondary students are eligible only if they have had no more than 1 year’s
disruption in their education and have never held a full time job. Attendance, work ethics
while at school and your performance at last year’s summer placement will all be factors
that are highly considered during the placement process.
Please make sure the phone number you provide on your application is one you can be
reached at. Students will be notified by phone of interview times; if you miss your
interview another one will not be granted.
All applicants MUST have a Social Insurance Number in order to apply for summer
employment. NO EXCEPTIONS can be made.
Summer jobs, including those for university students will be for the seven week
period starting in Monday, July 6th and ending in Friday, August 21st.
Closing Date for applications will be THURSDAY, JUNE 25, completed application
forms must be returned to the Band Office by 4:00pm., NO EXCEPTIONS.
Jobs this year include: Maintenance (2), Carpentry (2-4), Recreation Camp (8), Tiny Tots Camp (3), Sports Camp (3),
CMM Office Assistant (1), Band Office Assistant (1).
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St. Anne de Beaupre
Pilgrimage
June 25, 2015-July 1, 2015
Seniors 60+ ~ Cost of Bus, lodging and food are covered
Under 60 and Helpers ~ $150.00 will be charged for Bus,
lodging and food
Seniors, disabled and their helpers are Priority
Bus will leave Thursday, June 25, 2015 @ 8am Sharp
Returning Wednesday, July 1, 2015
*It is essential that you have an updated list of your current
medication from your Pharmacy!!!!!!!!
*Currently NO seats available, names will be placed on waiting list
**Please Note that Seniors 60 and over are entitled to receive funds from the Butt
Store, applications are available at the Band Office.***
For more information contact:
Germaine Martin, Organizer
Cell (902)305-0204
*Travel Tip ~ Pack over-night bag with basic necessities needed for the New Brunswick stop.
**SCENT FREE**
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Millbrook First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER June 2015
Millbrook Enterprise Credit Frequently Asked Questions:
Why is there not a space on MEC application to provide my children's information, do I have to fill out
separate applications for them?
No you do not have to fill out a separate application for minor band member children. As stated on the
application Band members under 19 years old funds are placed in a trust fund.
He/she may apply through the Millbrook Band to have their funds released from trust once they turn
19 years old.
My Status card is expired, lost, etc. how do I apply for a new card?
Contact Millbrook’s Band Membership Clerk Tricia Fultz at the Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq
(902) 895-6385; toll free 1-877-892-2424 or email [email protected]
For out of Province or Country – contact....
If you need a letter to attach to your MEC application while you are in the process of renewing your
status card let the Band Membership clerk know this as well.
Why do I need to provide a copy of my status card with each MEC application?
For Audit purposes, acts as photo identification, DOB and band registry number.
Recent Surname change/marriage etc - Please use the name that you are registered as on the Band
Registry List on your application. To update your surname on the band registry list, contact Tricia Fultz.
Name changed on Band Membership list - should I notify Millbrook band office of this for Millbrook
Enterprise Credit/Trust funds? (examples: marriage/divorce, adoption)
Yes so we can keep our files up-to-date, and if for a minor – to ensure funds are still in correct trust
fund.
Why do I have to provide banking information each time with my MEC application?
For Audit purposes and to ensure that we have correct banking information for direct deposit. Tip Keep a copy of your status card & voided cheque on file (in a secure place).
I give permission to have someone pick my MEC cheque up for me can I just call?
No, please send permission in writing and attach to your MEC application (preferred method).
Can I fax or email my application?
No. Original copies of applications are required.
Moved or change of mailing and did not get MEC application?
MEC Applications are available in the community newsletters, on the website. If you would like to
have an application mailed to your new mailing address or emailed to you contact the Band Office.
My (Mother, Father, Son, Daugther) passed away, can a cheque still be processed toward his/her estate?
If a band member has completed an application prior to his/her passing, we will issue the credit to his/
her estate. If an application is not completed prior to the passing we do not process the credit and legal
executor cannot apply on behalf of the deceased.
What about Trust fund in this matter?
The executor can apply on behalf of the deceased.
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Millbrook(Enterprise(Credit(
Application(Form(
P.O.(Box(634,(Truro,(N.S.(B2N(5E5(
(
Office(use(only:(((Received(this(_______(day(of(________(A.D.(2015(
(
(
(((((Band(Administrator(or(his(designate(_________________________!
(
Please(Select:!! !
Mail(____(
(
Pick(Up(____( (
Direct(Deposit(____(
Applicant(Name:(____________________________________________________________(
Band(#(of(Applicant:(_______________((((((((Date(of(Birth:((((Day_____/Month_____/Year_______(
(
Telephone#(((((((((((((()(______V________(EVmail:____________________________________(
Mailing(Address:((________________________________________________________(
______________________________________________________________________!
I! authorize! the! Millbrook! Band! permission! to! use! the! above! information! for! communication! purposes! regarding! band!
matters:!
!
Yes_________( (
No________!
!
All!Millbrook!Band!Members!are!entitled!to!apply!for!the!June(23rd,(2015(Millbrook(Enterprise(
Credit.!!A!parent!or!a!guardian!may!complete!the!grant!application!form!on!behalf!of!Band!Members!
Under!the!age!of!19!years.!
By!signing!this!application,!I,!the!applicant,!do!hereby!agree!and!authorize!the!Millbrook!Band!to!pay!from!my!Millbrook!
Enterprise! Credit! Funds,! any! money! I! owe! to! the! Millbrook! Band! as! of! the! date! of! my! application.! ! Any! Millbrook!
Enterprise!Credits!payable!to!Band!Members!under!19!years!will!be!placed!in!a!trust!fund.!!When!that!Band!Member!
attains!19,!he/she!may!apply!through!the!Millbrook!Band!to!have!his/her!Millbrook!Enterprise!Credit! money!released!
from! trust.! ! And! I! also! acknowledge! this! Millbrook! Enterprise! Credit! cannot! be! assigned! to! a! third! party,! and! is! only!
payable!to!the!applicant.!
Please( note:! ! ! Applications! must! be! fully! completed! to! be! considered! for! this! credit! of! $1000.00! (One! Thousand!
(Canadian)!Dollars).!!The(deadline(is(September(23rd,(2015.(((Any(application(not(received(or(post(marked(on(or(after(
this(date(will(not(be(accepted.((Faxed(Applications(will(not(be(accepted,(please(mail!(
A!legible!photocopy!of!Certificate!of!Indian!Status!(front!and!back)!is!required.!!If!you!do!not!have!a!Certificate!of!Indian!
Status,! proof! has! to! be! obtained! from! the! Millbrook! Membership! Clerk.! (902)895S6385,! Ext.! 234.! ! If! you! have! any!
questions,!please!call!1S800S693S3112!or!902S897S9199.!
!
Dated!this!_____!day!of!_______A.D.!2015!
!
_________________________________!
!
!
_____________________________!
Signature(of(Applicant(
!
!
Not!Approved!(!!!!!)!
!
!
Witnessed(by(
Approved!(!!!!!)! !
!
By________________________________!
!!and!by!!!!!!!!!!!!!_____________________________!
This!________!day!of!___________!A.D.!2015!
!
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Millbrook First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER June 2015
June 2015
Millbrook Enterprise Credit
Applicants
All Direct Deposits will be deposited on June 18th 2015.
Applications must be received by June 5th, 2015.
Funds issued by Mail and Pick Up will be issued
June23rd 2015.
Applicants requesting direct deposit must provide one of
the two listed documents.
• Void Cheque belonging to the applicant
• Direct Deposit Form from applicant’s bank
Please&note:""To"avoid"any"errors,"hand"written"banking"information"or"
use"of"bank"accounts"not"belonging"to"the"applicant"is"no"longer"
accepted."""
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Sunday
28
21
14
7
31
Dr Vance K.
Closed For Holiday
Aboriginal Day
Dr Vance K.
Dr Vance K.
Dr Vance K.
Monday
29
22
15
8
1
2
Blue Bags & Garbage
Dr. Linda Ferguson
C. Casselman
E. Nadalini
30
Compost & Garbage
Dr. M Ferguson
C. Casselman
23
Blue Bags & Garbage
Foot Clinic
C. Casselmen
E. Nadalini
16
Compost & Garbage
C. Casselmen
E. Nadalini
9
Blue Bags & Garbage
Foot Clinic
C. Casselmen
E. Nadalini
Tuesday
Dr. M. Ferguson
Dr. M. Ferguson
Dr. M. Ferguson
Dr. M. Ferguson
Wednesday
1
24
17
10
3
Dr. M. Ferguson
Dr. M. Ferguson
Dr. M. Ferguson
Foot Clinic
Dr. M. Ferguson
Thursday
2
25
18
11
4
Friday
3
26
19
12
5
Saturday
Millbrook First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER June 2015
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Archery
1:00-6:00pm
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Archery
1:00-6:00pm
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Archery
1:00-6:00pm
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Archery
1:00-6:00pm
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Archery
1:00-6:00pm
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Sunday
28
21
14
7
31
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Adult Basketball
8pm - closing
Closed For Holiday
Aboriginal Day
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Adult Basketball
8pm - closing
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Adult Basketball
8pm - closing
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Adult Basketball
8pm - closing
Monday
29
22
15
8
1
9
2
Compost & garbage
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
30
Blue Bags & Garbage
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
23
Compost & garbage
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
16
Blue Bags & Garbage
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Compost & garbage
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Tuesday
Archery
6-closing.
Archery
6-closing.
Archery
6-closing.
Archery
6-closing.
Archery
6-closing.
Wednesday
1
24
17
10
3
Volleyball
6:30 - closing
Volleyball
6:30 - closing
Volleyball
6:30 - closing
Volleyball
6:30 - closing
Volleyball
6:30 - closing
Thursday
2
25
18
11
4
Friday
3
26
19
12
5
Saturday
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(For MILLBROOK BAND MEMBERS that live in Millbrook & COMMUNITY MEMBERS ONLY)
Millbrook Early Education Centre
Tiny Tots Summer Camp Registration Form
(PLEASE CHECK OFF CAMP APPLYING TO)
____ Camp A: July 7-24 (3 weeks, Ages 4-5 - children going to Primary in Sept.)
____ Camp B: July 20-Aug 14 (4 weeks, Ages 5-6 - children going to Grade 1 in Sept.)
*For the safety of the children, upon arrival (on daily basis), children are to be brought all the way into the classroom, and entrusted to the
camp coordinator or their group leader (summer students). Under no circumstances are they to be dropped off at the front door, in the parking
lot or permitted to enter the building on their own, or with anyone under the age of 16. Thank you.
PERSONAL INFORMATION
MILLBROOK BAND MEMBER?
YES
NO
IF ‘NO’, DOES CHILD LIVE IN THE MILLBROOK MI’KMAW COMMUNITY? _________
NAME OF CHILD: _________________________________________
ADDRESS: _______________________________________________
DATE OF BIRTH: ________________________
HOME TEL: ____________________________
FATHER’S/GUARDIAN’S NAME: ______________________________
MOTHER’S/GUARDIAN’S NAME: _____________________________
WORK TEL: ___________ CELL: ____________
WORK TEL: ___________ CELL: ____________
WHO, OTHER THAN THE CHILD’S PARENTS, HAS PERMISSION TO PICK THE CHILD UP FROM THE CENTRE?
*NOTES: LIST NO MORE THAN THREE (3) PEOPLE. EACH PERSON MUST BE 16 YRS OF AGE OR OLDER.
THE STAFF WILL NOT RELEASE CHILD TO ANYONE NOT LISTED ON THIS FORM.
NAME: ____________________________________ RELATIONSHIP TO CHILD: ____________________________
NAME: ____________________________________ RELATIONSHIP TO CHILD: ____________________________
NAME: ____________________________________ RELATIONSHIP TO CHILD: ____________________________
MEDICAL INFORMATION (*If child has severe allergies (i.e. EpiPen), an additional form needs to be completed.)
DOES CHILD HAVE ANY ALLERGIES, ILLNESS AND/OR ANY OTHER PROBLEMS STAFF SHOULD BE MADE AWARE OF?
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
FAMILY DOCTOR: __________________________________________
TEL: ________________________________
NS HEALTH CARD #:
______________________________________
TRAVEL PERMISSION
I HEREBY GIVE PERMISSION FOR MY CHILD, __________________________, TO PARTICIPATE IN TINY TOTS
SUMMER CAMP FIELD TRIPS, SUCH AS:
INSTITUTE OF OCEANOGRAPHY (BEDFORD), WILDLIFE PARK, VICTORIA PARK, BRULE BEACH, GYMNASTICS, MINIGOLF OR BOWLING AND LOCAL EXCURSIONS. (*COMPLETE LIST TO BE PROVIDED TO CAMPERS ON START DATE)
PARENT’S/GUARDIAN’S SIGNATURE:
____________________________
DATE:
_________________________
EMERGENCY CONTACTS (IF NEITHER PARENT CAN BE REACHED)
st
1 CONTACT NAME: _____________________________________
RELATIONSHIP TO CHILD: ________________________________
2
nd
CONTACT NAME: _____________________________________
__________________________
RELATIONSHIP TO CHILD: ________________________________
HOME TEL: __________________________
WORK TEL/CELL: _____________________
HOME TEL:
WORK TEL/CELL: ______________________
I AM WILLING TO HAVE MY CHILD RECEIVE MEDICAL ATTENTION AND BE TAKEN TO HOSPITAL, IN THE CASE
OF EMERGENCY, IF I CANNOT BE REACHED.
PARENT’S/GUARDIAN’S SIGNATURE:__________________________ DATE: _______________________
OTHER
WILL CHILD BE ABSENT FROM CAMP FOR FAMILY VACATION TIME DURING THIS CAMP?
IF SO, PLEASE SPECIFY DATES: _____________________________________________________________________
STUDENT SUMMER
EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION 2015
MUST BE FULLY COMPLETED –
INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD ON THURSDAY, JULY 2
NAME: ________________________________________________TELEPHONE: ___________________
ADDRESS: _____________________________________________________________________________
AGE: ______________ DATE OF BIRTH: __________________ BAND NUMBER:________________
SOCIAL INSURANCE NUMBER:__________________________
1ST CHOICE POSITION:__________________________________
2ND CHOICE: __________________________________________
3rd CHOICE: ___________________________________________
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS - Total number of school days missed during school year: _______________
Please sign on this line giving permission for Debbie Gloade to release attendance records, credits
and marks obtained, to the hiring committee: _____________________________________________
UNIVERSITY/COMMUNITY COLLEGE STUDENTS - Please sign on this line giving permission for
Barry Gloade and/or Carley Gloade to release this year's university records to the hiring committee:
Signature:
________________________________________________________________________
NAME AND TELEPHONE NUMBER OF TWO REFERENCES WHO ARE NOT FAMILY MEMBERS
AND WHO KNOW OF YOUR WORK ETHICS THAT WE MAY CONTACT:
________________________________________________________________________________
YOUR VALID EMAIL ADDRESS:__________________________________________________
I hereby certify that the information in this application form is true and correct to the best of my knowledge,
I understand that if any of it is found to be untrue, this application may be rejected.
_____________________________________
SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT
__________________________________
DATE
Office Use Only Received On: ___________________________