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The Salem-Keizer NAACP is working with Western Oregon University to offer scholarship opportunities for high school seniors of color planning to attend a college, university or career or technical school.
The branch is also hosting an essay contest commemorating Juneteenth open to elementary, middle and high school students.
Three students will be selected for a one-time award of $1,500 from the NAACP. One student will be selected for the Western Oregon University Diversity Commitment Scholarship, which provides up to $6,500 a year for five years.
The scholarship opportunities are available to students of color, and require a minimum GPA of 2.5.
The application includes a letter of recommendation from a high school teacher, counselor or administrator and a 3-4 page essay about either the student’s perspective on book banning or problems within K-12 schools.
Applications are due May 31, by emailing Dr. Irvin M. Brown at [email protected]. For more information, see the application or email Dr. Brown.
The local NAACP branch is also hosting an essay contests for elementary, middle and high school students to commemorate Juneteenth.
Young writers can earn $100 at the elementary level, $200 for middle school and $300 for high school for their winning essays.
The prompt options address identity, society and history. For more information, see the application.
The deadline to submit an essay is June 6 to [email protected], with winners announced on June 13. Students should include their name and their schools.
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