American Public Works Association

SOUTHWEST BRANCH (CHICAGO METRO CHAPTER)

scholarship Program2018

The American Public Works Association (APWA) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit educational and membership organization whose exempt purpose shall be the advancement of the theory and practice of the design, construction, maintenance, administration, and operation of public works facilities and services; the dissemination of information and experience upon, and the promotion of improved practices in public works administration; the encouragement of the adherence by public works officials to a high professional standard; and the professional and social improvements of its members; and the promotion of cooperation among all public, quasi-public, and private persons, firms, corporations, bodies, utilities, and agencies which have interests in the field of public works.

In line with our exempt purpose, the APWA has established a Missionto promote professional excellence; understanding of and competency and credibility in public works. This Mission is further served by delivering technical workshops, seminars, educational conferences, trade shows and credentialing combined with the offering of educational scholarships to further support public works professionals seeking continuing education and students working towards an undergraduate or graduate degree in a public works-related field.

To fulfill our Mission, the Southwest Branch of the Chicago Metropolitan Chapter of the American Public Works Association is sponsoring scholarship programs for:

  • Studentspursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Public Works Management
  • Employees in the public works field pursuing continuing education classes or degrees to furthertheir knowledge of public works

CONTINUING EDUCATION CANDIDATES ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS

For Candidates Who Are Employees of Public Works Agencies

And Are Pursuing Continuing Education

Program EligIBILITY: Any individual who works in the public works field and is employed by a public works agency, and desires to take a class or seminar furthering their knowledge of the public works field is eligible. Qualified instruction, for the purposes of this scholarship, includes educational sessions attended as part of a conference related to public works. Please note that scholarships to attend the Illinois Public Service Institute (IPSI) are administered by the Chicago Metro Chapter and will not be considered for a branch scholarship. Personnel at all levels of the public works agency are eligible for a scholarship award. Candidates must reside or be employed within the geographic boundaries of the APWA Southwest Branch of the Chicago Metro Chapter. This area includes the entire counties of, Grundy, Kankakee, and Will and the area in Cook County South of 95th Street. No other areas will be considered. Branch officers and their family members are not eligible.

Financial assistance: Candidates who receive partial reimbursement from their employers or other sources are eligible to apply for this award. Financial need is only one of the many criteria to be reviewed.

award Amount: Up to one, $2,000 scholarship is intended to be awarded. Following review of all applications, the Branch may also consider issuing additional scholarships. The Branch reserves the right to not issue a scholarship if no submitted application is deemed to indicate a scholarship issuance is warranted. The award check will be made payable to the student and the applicable institution.

Deadline: All application materials must be postmarked or e-mailed on or before April 13, 2018 and submitted to the current APWA Southwest Branch Scholarship Committee Chairperson. Notification of awards will be by April 25, 2018.

For additional information contact:

Eric Neubauer, P.E. – APWA SW Branch Scholarship Committee Chair

HDR

8550 W. Bryn Mawr Avenue, Suite 900

Chicago, IL 60631

Phone: (773) 867-7216

E-mail:

2018 APWA SOUTHWEST BRANCH (CHICAGO METRO CHAPTER)

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

For Candidates Who Are Employees of Public Works Agencies

And Are Pursuing Continuing Education

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

TO BE SUBMITTED WITH APPLICATION

A.Submit a copy of a transcript of your current continuing education program (if available).

B.A reference letter may be attached to further support your application. However, it is not required.

C.Career Goals and Needs Description

Please answer the following questions accurately and honestly on a separate sheet of paper. Label the paper "Career Goals and Needs Description" and attach to this application.

1.What are your goals in your Public Works career and what do you ultimately hope to achieve?

2.How will the desiredcontinuing education program further your goals in the Public Works field?

3.Is there any other pertinent information about your career or educational aspirations that should be taken into consideration (i.e., would your proposed academic program include any study or research which may be suitable for publication and serve to benefit the profession)?

Scholarship applications must be postmarked or e-mailed by April 13, 2018

2018 APWA SOUTHWEST BRANCH (CHICAGO METRO CHAPTER)

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

For Candidates Who Are Employees of Public Works Agencies

And Are Pursuing Continuing Education

ITEM 1: APPLICANT INFORMATION

GENERAL
NAME / EMPLOYER
ADDRESS / YOUR POSITION
CITY, STATE / SUPERVISOR
ZIP CODE / SUPERVISOR’S TITLE
HOME PHONE
WORK PHONE
EMAIL
How long have you worked in the Public Works field?
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Please provide school Name, City, State and degree obtained or anticipated.
HIGH SCHOOL
TECHNICALSCHOOL
COLLEGE
GRADUATESCHOOL
CERTIFICATIONS

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2018 APWA SOUTHWEST BRANCH (CHICAGO METRO CHAPTER)

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

For Candidates Who Are Employees of Public Works Agencies

And Are Pursuing Continuing Education

ITEM 1: APPLICANT INFORMATION

(CONTINUED)

DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM PROPOSED FOR SCHOLARSHIP ASSISTANCE
Please list the course(s) or seminar(s) for which you are requesting scholarship assistance. Include the course name, institution or location, the time or dates, the cost and a brief description. Attach additional pages, if necessary.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Is this course or seminar eligible for reimbursement by the employer? YES NO
If eligible, how much (dollar amount and/or percentage)?
Please identify any other financial assistance you receive (source and amount).
SIGNATURE / DATE
By submitting this application for scholarship, I agree that if I should receive an award, I will document my educational experience to theSouthwest Branch of the Chicago Metro Chapter of APWA and provide a transcript of the completed course work.

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2018 APWA SOUTHWEST BRANCH (CHICAGO METRO CHAPTER)

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

For Candidates Who Are Employees of Public Works Agencies

And Are Pursuing Continuing Education

ITEM 2: EMPLOYER INFORMATION

This information is to be completed by the applicant’s employer or supervisor.

APPLICANT’S NAME
EMPLOYER
EMPLOYER ADDRESS
DEPARTMENT OF APPLICANT
LENGTH OF EMPLOYMENT OF APPLICANT
NAME OF SUPERVISOR
SUPERVISOR’S POSITION
SUPERVISOR’S PHONE / EMAIL
Are you or your organization a member of the APWA Chicago Metro Chapter? YES NO
Membership is not a criterion for selection nor will members receive preferential consideration.
Briefly describe how you feel your employee will benefit from the requested course or seminar.
Is the employee eligible for tuition reimbursement for the requested program through an employer sponsored program? YES NO
If eligible, what portion of the cost would be reimbursed?
EMPLOYER INFORMATION COMPLETED BY:
SIGNATURE / DATE
TITLE:

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