The Council thanks the Greater Texas Foundation
for endowing this scholarship.
In May, the Council awards $2,500 in scholarships, all to one student or divided between two students. The scholarship will be awarded based on financial need, academic ability, character, leadership, and community involvement. The recipient must have a demonstrated interest in international issues and intend to major in a social science related to world affairs such as international studies, geography, economics, political science, anthropology, or history.
Emily is a graduating senior at B.F Terry HS. Emily has been accepted to the University of Texas at Austin for the fall semester and intends to pursue a double degree in Government (with an emphasis on international relations and law) and Sociology with a minor in Arabic.
Emily is very active with her high school campus and in the community. She has been involved with the R.O.T.C for over four years serving as Corps Commander, Public Affairs Officer, Director of Operations, and Academic Officer Assistant; she received the 14 Ribbon Awards and was honored as the Highest Ranking Officer. Emily is the Senior Class President, was awarded as the International Exchange Student to Brazil and has been the President of the Girl Scout of America since 2003. In the community, Emily was the “hierarchy captain” for JROTC fundraiser walks having organized her corps to participate in the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life event. She also organized and directed the Battle of the Bands and has been a volunteer at the Special Olympics for the past four years. Emily is currently starting IDOLS, a non-profit to encourage teen leadership and the understanding and acceptance of other cultures.
The World Affairs Council is proud to honor Emily Zirbes as its 2008 World Affairs Scholar.
"Emily is a "world view", "big picture" type of individual. She sees things in a larger context and grasps the complex interrelated factors that influence our society and the global community."
Stephen A. Humber, Major USAF (Ret)
Eligibility
High school or college student. You must be currently enrolled in an accredited Houston high school, community college, or university. You must have no expulsions on your permanent record.
Financial Need. You must submit the FAFSA, Student Aid Report, and complete copies of parents' recent federal income tax forms.
Grades. You must have an unweighted grade-point average of a B or 80% or higher. This will be verified through your transcript or by a school official. Include an explanation of the grade scale.
College Plans. The award is contingent on enrollment at an undergraduate institution. If you are a high school student, you must have applied or been accepted to college for the fall. You must indicate that you plan a major focusing on international issues.
Character and Leadership. You must have demonstrated leadership in school activities, community projects, and Council programs.
Citizenship. You must be a citizen of the United States and a resident of Texas. If born outside of the United States, please furnish proof of citizenship. If you are a permanent resident, you are not eligible.
Required Documents
Transcript. Include an official transcript that shows your academic standing in a percentage, class size, and official ranking. High school students� transcript must include all four years. Transcripts will not be returned.
Test Scores. Applicants must have SAT or ACT test scores. You must have taken either the SAT or ACT college examination before submitting your application and furnish proof of a minimum SAT score of 830 (verbal + math scores) or a minimum ACT score of 17. The written portion of the SAT will not be used for 2007. Proof of the score should be either a part of the official transcript or an official copy of the test results. The information should reflect the date the test was taken. The highest test score will be used for evaluation, but scores from different test dates will not be combined.
Essay. Include a typed or handwritten narrative of no more than two, letter-sized sheets, double-spaced, 12 point font. No specific topic or theme is required; however, the narrative should clearly indicate the importance of a college education, career goals, and how your interest in world affairs will assist you in accomplishing these goals. Your name, address, school, district and county must be typed as a heading to the narrative in the upper right hand corner of page one. Applications submitted without a narrative will not be considered.
Proof of citizenship. If you were born outside of the United States, you must furnish proof of citizenship. Students who are permanent residents are not eligible.
References. You may submit a maximum of two letters of personal reference, and no letter may exceed two letter-sized pages. One reference must be from an academic teacher. Your references may be typed or handwritten and must include the name, address, and daytime phone number of the person making it, as well as their relationship to you (e.g. teacher). The references should indicate knowledge of your character and other factors in our evaluation.
Application
Download application
Instructions for completing application
Submit all items in one envelope. If an item is received by itself, it will be discarded and the incomplete application package will not be considered.
Applications and their materials become property of the Council.
Applications must be complete and be typed or printed neatly in black or blue ink. Downloaded applications must be completed and a paper copy sent to the Council. Applications may not be submitted electronically.
Do not place applications in folders, binders, or protective sheet covers. Applications must be copied on only one side. Do not attach resumes; please fill out the requested information in the allotted space.
Mail applications to:
World Affairs Scholar
Education Outreach
P.O. Box 920905
Houston, TX 77292
Evaluation
A committee will review all properly filed applications. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Applicants are evaluated on the basis of:
25% economic need
25% academic ability
25% character & leadership
25% community involvement
Notice
Scholarship recipients will be notified in writing and recipients will also be listed on the Council's website.
Questions
Education Department
edu@wachouston.org
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