{"id":2249,"date":"2013-02-13T01:03:30","date_gmt":"2013-02-13T01:03:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/heinleinsociety.org\/?p=2249"},"modified":"2021-03-18T12:38:24","modified_gmt":"2021-03-18T12:38:24","slug":"heinlein-society-announces-2nd-annual-scholarship-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/heinleinsociety.org\/heinlein-society-announces-2nd-annual-scholarship-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Heinlein Society Announces 2nd Annual Scholarship Program"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Heinlein<\/p>\n

February 10, 2013<\/em><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

The Heinlein Society is pleased to announce our second annual scholarship essay contest for the 2013-2014 academic year. There are two $500 scholarships which will be awarded to undergraduate students of accredited 4-year colleges and universities majoring in engineering, math, or physical sciences (e.g. physics, chemistry), or in Science Fiction as Literature. Applicants will need to submit a 500-1,000 word essay on one of several available topics.<\/p>\n

To apply, fill out the form below and print or email. Deadline is May 15, 2013.<\/p>\n

Scholarship Application 2013<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

1. Deadline for scholarship applications is May 15, 2013.
\n2. Refer to criteria below for eligibility requirements.
\n3. Refer to application process below for a list of the supporting documents needed (i.e., reference forms, essay, etc.)
\n4. Please type or print legibly.
\n5. If you have any questions about the application, please email scholarships@heinleinsociety.org.<\/p>\n

Purpose<\/strong>: To provide scholarship to 2 deserving full time students attending a four-year college.<\/p>\n

Award Components:<\/strong> Two (2) $500 scholarships awarded to students selected by the Heinlein Society Scholarship Committee.<\/p>\n

Eligibility Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Applicant must be a full time undergraduate student enrolled in an accredited college that awards Bachelor of Science or Arts degrees.<\/p>\n

2. Major must be Science Fiction as Literature or Engineering, Math or Physical Sciences (e.g. Physics, Chemistry).<\/p>\n

3. Open to residents of any country.<\/p>\n

Application Process<\/strong><\/p>\n

Applicant must submit the following items:<\/p>\n

1. Completed application form (if handwritten, please print legibly)<\/p>\n

2. A brief explanation of career goals and biographical (background) information.<\/p>\n

3. A 500 \u2013 1,000 word essay on one of the following subjects:<\/p>\n

a. How Robert Heinlein affected my career choice.
\nb. My favorite Robert Heinlein story and why.
\nc. Recent developments in, and importance of, privately funded space exploration and commercial development.<\/p>\n

Deadline for the application is May 15, 2013. Applications postmarked or emailed after this date will not be considered.<\/p>\n

Please mail completed application to:<\/p>\n

The Heinlein Society
\n3553 Atlantic Ave. #341
\nLong Beach, CA 90807-5606<\/p>\n

or email to: scholarships@heinleinsociety.org<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

February 10, 2013   The Heinlein Society is pleased to announce our second annual scholarship essay contest for the 2013-2014 academic year. There are two $500 scholarships which will be awarded to undergraduate students of accredited 4-year colleges and universities majoring in engineering, math, or physical sciences (e.g. physics, chemistry), or in Science Fiction as…
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