“We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children.” – Unknown
The Iowa Soil and Water Conservation Society is offering two memorial scholarships, each $1,000 awards.
These scholarships are in memory of David L Schnur, Newman Lyle and Krsnak-Runyan-Ward.
These scholarships seek to provide financial aide to a student in need of economic assistance and pursing a career in soil and water conservation or natural resources.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a resident of Iowa.
- Have completed a full year of college coursework in a natural resources related field; OR be employed in a natural resources related field in Iowa for a minimum of one year.
- Have demonstrated integrity, ability and competence in their work.
- Possess skills gained through training or experiences.
- Be enrolled in the upcoming fall term.
First priority will be giving to applicants pursing a full-time degree while attending school on a full-time basis. Second priority will be given to applicants doing single or multiple course work toward a degree while attending school part-time. Priority is also given to members of Iowa SWCS.
APPLICATION
Click here to download the Scholarship Application
- Applications must be postmarked on or before June 30
- Submit completed applications to: Olivia LaGrange, at Onlagrange@gmail.com
- For more information contact Olivia LaGrange at 319-981-3586 or Onlagrange@gmail.com
Click here to link to scholarship opportunities with the National SWCS.