Three SCSU Supported Service Scholarships:
2009-2010 Rich Murray Volunteer Service Scholarship
The
Rich Murray Volunteer Service Scholarship recognizes a St.
Cloud State University student who has demonstrated a commitment
of giving through volunteerism while a student at St. Cloud State
University. This may be service with an established organization
or individual acts of service over a significant period of time.
The scholarship is available to any St. Cloud State University student,
undergraduate or graduate. Only service activities done while a student
at St. Cloud State University will be recognized.
This $500 scholarship is made possible by a generous gift from Richard E. Murray, former director of SCSU Career Services. Mr. Murray started this scholarship because he believes in three basic ideals:
- The value of education
- The value of giving back a little of what has been given to him
- The belief that everyone will need the help of others at some time
Previous recipients of the Rich Murray Volunteer Service Scholarship are not eligible to apply. All applicants will be notified of their status in March. If you have questions, please contact Volunteer Connection at 308-3004 or email volunteer@stcloudstate.edu.
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2009-2010 Soroko-Ditlevson Service Scholarship
The Soroko-Ditlevson Service Scholarship recognizes a St. Cloud State University student who has demonstrated significant involvement in campus and/or community service.
This $500 scholarship is made possible by a generous gift from Mary Soroko and Andy Ditlevson. The donors have funded this service scholarship because they both experienced the transformational power of higher education. Prior to earning their degrees, each of them had very limited life choices. Both donors were first generation college students.
Preference for this scholarship will be given to students who are the first in their families to attend college. They should be full-time students who have declared a Business, Communication Studies or Mass Communication Major.
All applicants will be notified of their status in March. If you have questions, please contact Volunteer Connection at 308-3004 or email volunteer@stcloudstate.edu
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Conway, Deuth & Schmiesing Building Hope Scholarship
The Conway, Deuth & Schmiesing, PLLP Building Hope Scholarship was established in conjunction with Central Minnesota Habitat for Humanity (CMHFH) to give a student the opportunity to provide meaningful volunteer services to fulfill needed activities for Central Minnesota Habitat for Humanity. The scholarship recipient earns $1,000 by providing 100 hours of service to Central MN Habitat for Humanity (CMHFH).
Conway, Deuth & Schmiesing, PLLP was founded in 1985 by Richard Conway, Roger Deuth and Milan Schmiesing, each sharing a common goal of helping their clients reach their maximum potential. The firm grew based on the highest standards and ethics of the accounting profession. Today, CDS remains committed to these same principles. Recently Conway, Deuth & Schmiesing merged with Michael A. Johnson, Ltd., CPAs in St. Cloud, MN.
Central Minnesota Habitat for Humanity partners with organizations, individuals, and selected homeowner families to build safe, simple, affordable housing for families in need in the community. Partner families purchase the homes with a no-interest mortgage. The goal is to sustain the building of 10 homes a year by 2010 and it is with deepening community involvement that this goal will be achieved. Every skill that each unique individual brings to Habitat is valued.
2009-2010 Building Hope Scholarship Recipient Duties
In 2009-2010 CMHFH’s greatest need is in the area of organizational resource assistance. CMHFH is seeking an SCSU student interested in serving as a Habitat Resource Assistant.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Data management and data entry;
- Assisting with Service Center Operations (greeting volunteers, visitors, & potential homeowners, helping with mailings to Habitat’s community partners, designing fliers, filing records, making phone calls);
- Assisting with Habitat special events (home dedications and ground breaking ceremonies); and,
- Assisting Habitat Staff with project management and other tasks as necessary
All applicants will be notified of their status in March. If you have questions, please contact Volunteer Connection at 308-3004 or email volunteer@stcloudstate.edu.
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External Scholarships, Awards and Grants (must contact funding source for more information):
Barbara J. Penny Community Service Scholarship Application
The purpose of the Barbara Penny Community Service Scholarship is to recognize MnSCU students who have demonstrated a 
commitment to community service, and to promote their growth as community leaders. The Penny Scholarship monetarily awards two students a year with up to $1,500 each.
2010 Application Due Dates
November 1st
March 15th
Send Applications To:
23 Empire Drive, Suite 100
Saint Paul, MN 55103
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Timothy J. Penny Public Service Fellowship Application
The purpose of this fellowship is to provide MnSCU students with the financial opportunity to grow as public servants through participation in Minnesota state or local government internships. Two fellowships of $2,500 each will be given out to students for legislative internships or an internship in Minnesota at a state agency.
Once a fellowship is granted, the successful applicant has up to one year to implement an internship activity. The Board will require 
confirmation from the supervisor of the internship before funds will be released. Each successful applicant will be assigned a mentor from the Board, who will assist the student in finding an appropriate internship site.
2010 Application Due Dates
November 1st
March 15th
Send Applications To:
23 Empire Drive, Suite 100
Saint Paul, MN 55103
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Timothy J. Penny Federal Public Service Fellowship Application
The purpose of the Timothy J. Penny Federal Public Service Fellowship is to provide MnSCU students with the financial opportunity to grow as public servants through participation in federal government internships in the Washington, DC area.
Two fellowships of $5,000 each will be given out to students for internships in Washington D.C.
2010 Application Due Dates
November 1st
March 15th
Send Applications To:
23 Empire Drive, Suite 100
Saint Paul, MN 55103
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2010 Upper Midwest Human Rights Fellowships
The University of Minnesota Human Rights Center is offering approximately 20 fellowship grants ranging from $1,000-$4,500 for local, regional, national, or international human rights organizations. Past fellows have worked in human rights organizations in over 70 countries, including the United States. We encourage everyone to apply!
Application Deadline:
Friday, February 12th 2010 by 4:00 p.m.
Send Applications To:
U of M Human Rights Center
Fellowship Program
Mondale Hall, Suite N120
229 19th Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55455
Phone: 612.626.2226
E-mail: hrfellow@umn.edu
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