The Scholarship

This fund was established in 2003 to honor the memory and life’s work of Ariana R. “Mamá Ariana” Ulloa so that she may continue to live in the hearts of all she would have touched with her love.

Ariana was born in San Luis Potosi, Mexico, on July 10, 1941. She was the daughter of the late Alejandro Olavarrieta and Maria Luz Posadas. A graduate of high school in Tampico, Mexico, she received her bachelor of science in chemical engineering from the National University of Mexico in Mexico City. Ariana moved to Athens with her family in 1986 and quickly endeared herself to the church and the community. In 1990, she was hired by Hocking College’s Department of International Programs, where she eventually became director.

The scholarship fund is to support international students or students pursuing international studies or majors that are enrolled in degree programs of colleges and universities such as Hocking College, Ohio University, DeVry University, and/or others as may be appropriate.

The scholarship is to provide financial assistance to international students or students enrolled in a degree program associated with international studies for expenses to cover tuition, fees, books, supplies, and required equipment.

Eligibility for the scholarship grants shall be limited to international students or students enrolled in international studies. Educational institutions where students are enrolled or expected to enroll will administer the scholarship funds on behalf of the award recipient. Applications for the scholarship will be reviewed by the Ulloa Scholarship Fund Advisory Committee.

To Apply

Scholarship applications are available at the guidance offices of Hocking College, Ohio University, and available directly from the Foundation’s office. Completed

applications must be submitted by May 16, 2005, and

scholarship recipients will be notified of their awards by or shortly after May 31, 2005. Because financial need is a important consideration when determining scholarship awards, all applicants must include the required financial information. This information remains confidential.

Eligibility

The Ariana R. Ulloa Scholarship Fund is aimed at international students or students enrolled in international studies. To be eligible to compete for scholarship awards, applicants must have been accepted for full-time attendance at an accredited college or university.

(This will include certain two year programs.)

The candidates for the scholarship will need to meet the following qualifications:

1. International students or students enrolled in international studies with demonstrated financial need and exceptional academic achievement.

2. Already applied to and accepted, or enrolled full-time in an associate degree program within a community college or vocational/ trade school, or four-year college or university.[*]

Awards

Scholarships are awarded on the basis of a competitive process that considers financial need, academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, educational goals and personal aspirations. Recipients are selected without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, handicap, or national origin.

Scholarship Amounts

Depending on availability, the number and amount of scholarship awards may vary, with a minimum of one scholarship to be awarded annually in an amount of $500. Scholarship Awards are made payable directly to the institution of enrollment on the student’s behalf for the purposes and expenses associated with tuition, fees, supplies, and required supplies and equipment.

Application Requirements

To be considered for a scholarship, you must:

 Completely fill out and sign the attached application.

 Write an essay (Attachment “A”) as specified in the application. Attach this essay to your application.

 Arrange for 2 letters of recommendation to be mailed to you in sealed envelopes, signed by the sender across the seal. These letters must accompany your application.

 Students applying for the scholarship should have the college of their enrollment submit verfication of the enrollment and current standing.

Complete the application and submit to the Foundation in one large envelope:

1. The original plus two copies of your application
and essay.

2. Two letters of recommendation, each still sealed.

All applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., on May 16, 2005. Earlier applications are appreciated.

Applications should be mailed to:

Ariana R. Ulloa Scholarship Fund

Foundation for Appalachian Ohio

P.O. Box 456

Nelsonville, Ohio 45764

Or, you may bring your completed application to the Foundation’s office at 36 Public Square, Nelsonville. Please call for office hours.

Selection of Recipients

Applications will be reviewed by the Foundation staff with advisors from the community. Award recipients may be invited to award activities and similar events intended to provide recognition to the accomplishment of the receiving student and to publicize the scholarship fund.

Please note: The Foundation’s Board of Trustees has final approval of scholarship recommendations made by the Foundation’s Scholarship Committee or the advisory committees of certain scholarship funds. Scholarship amounts vary based on annual income available from each scholarship fund.

Scholarship Procedures

Determination of Scholarship Recipients

Scholarships are awarded on the basis of a competitive process which considers financial need, academic

achievement, extra-curricular activities, educational goals and personal aspirations. The Foundation’s Board of Trustees has final approval of scholarship recommendations made by the Foundation’s Scholarship Committee or the advisory committees of certain scholarship funds. Scholarship amounts vary based on annual income available from each fund.

Application Availability, Deadline for Receipt, and Notification of Scholarship Awards

Scholarship applications are available at the guidance offices of Ohio University, Hocking College, and from the office of the Foundation. Completed applications must be received at the Foundation office by May 16, 2005, and scholarship recipients will be notified of their awards on or shortly after May 31, 2005.

Required Financial Information

Because many scholarships are given based on financial need, all applications must include the required financial information (This information remains confidential.)

About The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio’s Scholarship Programs

The Foundation receives and invests contributions from regional and national donors to build an endowment fund for the permanent benefit of Appalachian Ohio. Realizing the importance and value of a quality education, numerous donors have established scholarship funds at the Foundation to provide educational opportunities to deserving students.

The Foundation’s primary mission is to improve and enhance the quality of life in Appalachian Ohio. Through their generosity and desire to help students continue their education, these scholarship donors are playing an active role in fulfilling this mission. If you wish, you may make your own charitable contributions to the Ariana R. Ulloa Scholarship Fund; and/or if you are interested in establishing a scholarship fund, please contact the Foundation’s office.

The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio

P.O. Box 456, 36 Public Square

Nelsonville, Ohio 45764

Phone: 740-753-1111

Fax: 740-753-3333

www.appalachianohio.org

[*] Finalist will be asked to provide proof of enrollment before scholarship awards are granted.