The following is a brief description of all scholarships offered through the Department of Engineering & Engineering Technology. Forms are available in the Engineering & Engineering Technology Department's Main Office (RFM 2240). Students are notified of the availability of these scholarships through classroom announcements, posted departmental fliers, and electronic message board during the appropriate semester.

 

Scholarships:

Denison-Koehn Endowed Science Scholarship

This scholarship will be awarded to a student majoring in the College of Science and Engineering to help provide financial support.  Applicants must be full-time students and have a minimum Texas State GPA of 3.00, demonstrate financial need, and not receive other forms of financial aid. The amount of the award is $1000, to be credited towards the recipient's tuition/fees.The award will be announced by late-April for the following Academic Year.  Deadline: March 28th, 2011 at 5:00 pm. 

Please submit all application material to Shane Cummings in the College of Science and Engineering Advising Center, Centennial Hall, Room 202.

Joseph A. Holmes Safety Association Scholarship Program

Overview
The Joseph A. Holmes Safety Association endeavors to promote health and safety within the mining industry. We believe that providing financial aid to students in the pursuit of education related to mine safety will result in safer mines and healthier environments within the mining industry.

To that end, we have instituted this scholarship program and encourage new generations to enter the mine safety and health profession. A financial award is given to deserving candidates to help defray their educational costs in a field related to mining health and safety.

Scope
This scholarship program is open to persons who are pursuing careers in the mining industry, safety and health-related fields.

Scholarship awards are available in the following categories:
1.High school graduates (graduating seniors) enrolled in a college or university degree program.
2.Undergraduate students currently enrolled in a college or university degree program.
3.Graduates of a college or university pursuing a graduate degree.

Application Requirements
Applicant must satisfy each of the following criteria:
1. Provide a transcript of grades for the last 3 years of completed education (i.e. high school or college level)
2.Complete the Financial Disclosure Information section to verify financial status and expenses of all persons living in the applicant’s household.
3.Submit a 100-300 personal word essay on “Why I am pursuing a degree in mining or in a mine safety/health-related field.”
4.Provide a list of Extracurricular Activities and/or a list of other Academic Achievements.
5.Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident (green-card holder).
6.Complete application and submit it with all required documents by March 31, 2011.
Link: Joseph A. Holmes Safety Association Scholarship Program

This endowed scholarship was established by Mr. James Kelley, president of K-W Construction, Inc. of San Marcos, and his wife, Jane, to financially assist students interested in pursuing a career in the construction industry. The scholarship yields about $1,000 per year. Students interested in this scholarship must meet the following minimum requirements: BST Construction major/specialization; completed 60 semester hours toward their degree; completed 12 semester hours in technology; completed a degree audit report (DAR); major GPA of 2.5; overall GPA of 2.25; AGC/NAHB Student Chapter member preferred. Deadline: First Monday after Thanksgiving break.

This endowed scholarship was established in 1984 by Dorothy Maher and Pure Castings, Inc. of Austin, in memory of Mr. John Keating Maher, founder of the company. This scholarship is for students interested in a career in manufacturing and yields about $1,200 per year. Students interested in this scholarship must meet the following minimum requirements: BST Manufacturing major/specialization; completed 60 semester hours toward their degree; completed a degree audit report (DAR); major GPA of 3.0; overall GPA of 2.5; must be a paid SME member; must have a financial need. Deadline: First Monday after Thanksgiving break.

This endowed scholarship was established in 1989 by Dr. William L. Deck and his wife, Rena. Dr. Deck was a long-time faculty member in the Department of Engineering & Technology. This scholarship is intended for any student pursuing a degree in technology and yields about $1,000 per year. Students interested in this scholarship must meet the following minimum requirements: technology major; completed 60 semester hours toward their degree; completed a degree audit report (DAR); major GPA of 3.0; overall GPA of 2.5. Deadline: First Monday after Thanksgiving break.

This endowed scholarship was established in memory of Dr. Joe E. Walker, a long-time faculty member in the Department of Engineering & Technology. This scholarship is intended to financially support any student pursuing an industrial technology teaching degree and yields about $2,000 per year. Students interested in this scholarship must meet the following minimum requirements: Industrial Technology Certification major; completed 45 hours toward their degree; completed a degree outline; major GPA of 3.0; overall GPA of 2.5. Deadline: First Monday after Thanksgiving break.

This scholarship was established by the Foundry Educational Foundation to financially assist any major interested in pursuing a career in the metal casting industry. The scholarship yields four $1,000 scholarships per year. Students interested in this scholarship must meet the following minimum requirements: Take one metal casting class; be interested in the metal casting industry; meet criteria established by a faculty selection committee. Deadline: mid-fall semester.

This Presidential Endowed scholarship was established to financially assist technology students interested in a career in the metal casting industry. The scholarship yields between $8,000 and $10,000 per year, some or all of which may be awarded to one or more students. Students interested in this scholarship must meet the following minimum requirements: Technology major interested in the metal casting industry; completed one metal casting course in the department; completed 60 semester hours toward their degree; completed a degree audit report (DAR). Deadline: late fall.

This is a yearly scholarship established by the local Manufacturing Association to financially assist technology students interested in a career in manufacturing. The scholarship yields about $500 per year. Students interested in this scholarship must meet the following requirements: Technology major; completed 60 semester hours toward their degree; overall GPA of 2.50; major GPA of 2.80; and must be active in a professional manufacturing student association. Deadline: mid-spring semester.

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