2014-2015 Russell Scott Wilson Scholarship Completed applications must be submitted to the Financial Aid Office by April 1, 2014. Name 1. Home Address City State ZIP Code County Home Church MCC Degree Intent MCC Student Level KSU Degree Intent Cumulative GPA Expected Graduation Date 2. Provide a personal recommendation letter containing any information that would be helpful in accessing qualifications for the scholarship from: 1. An MCC professor in your major from whom you have taken a class. 2. Someone other than a family member who has knowledge of your spiritual life. 3. Someone other than a family member who has first-hand knowledge of your work ethic. Mail, FAX, or email recommendation letters to: Jenna Keck, Financial Aid Counselor Manhattan Christian College; 1415 Anderson Ave.; Manhattan, KS 66502 FAX: 785.539.0832 Email: [email protected] Recommendation letters must be submitted no later than 5:00 PM, April 1, 2014 3. Please type and paperclip ((DO NOT STAPLE) to this application the answers to the following questions: 1. What local church are you attending and how are you serving there? 2. What MCC activities/leadership roles have you been involved in? 3. Describe the Christian Service projects you are working with. 2014-2015 Russell Scott Wilson Scholarship Manhattan Christian College is pleased to offer the 2014-2015 Russell S. Wilson Scholarship. Donald J. Wilson, Sr., Frances E. (Scott) Wilson, and the extended Wilson family established this scholarship in loving memory of Russell, the oldest child of Donald and Frances who drowned in a farm pond at the age of 17. Established in 2004, this scholarship bears Russell’s name to honor his short life and to help others fulfill their ministry potential. The Wilson family is dedicated to fostering the preparation and education of Christian leaders and they seek to encourage individuals who want to make a difference in the world for Christ. Russell Scott Wilson Scholarship Qualifications/Requirements 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Students who are currently at a MCC student level of sophomore, junior, or non-graduating senior. Applicants must be enrolled in a degree program which prepares them for a church related ministry. Scholarship recipients will be chosen on the basis of their spiritual growth and involvement, academic standing, and financial need. Application and recommendation letters must be received by April 1, 2014, for the scholarship application to be considered complete. The scholarship will be granted for the 2014-2015 academic year and is to be used for educational purposes only. The amount of the award will be credited to the recipient’s MCC account, divided evenly between the fall and spring semesters. This scholarship may be awarded more than once during a recipient’s MCC academic career, but the student must go through the application process each year. Based on information received resulting from completed applications, selected applicants will be interviewed by the Wilson Family Scholarship Committee. 2014-2015 Russell Scott Wilson Scholarship Applicant’s Name: Advisor’s Name: Advising Professor Recommendation Please return by 5:00 pm, April 1, 2014 In regard to the above-named applicant, please indicate your response to the following statements by circling the corresponding number: 1 – Disagree strongly; 2 – Disagree; 3 – Don’t Know/No opportunity to observe; 4 – Agree; 5 – Agree Strongly 1. Meets above-average standards in class attendance. 1 2. 4 5 2 4 5 4 5 3 2 3 2 3 4 5 2 3 4 5 4 5 Is committed to a future in active Christian ministry. 1 8. 3 Appears committed to completing his/her education. 1 7. 2 Consistently seeks to model Christ in attitude and behavior. 1 6. 5 Is cooperative and encouraging to other students. 1 5. 4 Consistently tries to present his/her best efforts in class. 1 4. 3 Is conscientious and dependable. 1 3. 2 2 3 I recommend this student without reservation for the 2013-2014 Russell Scott Wilson Scholarship. □Yes □No