Scholarships Available for Teens to Become Leaders, Social Entrepreneurs
If students are going to drive the future of America -- and we know they are -- then don't we need to give them the practical skills so they can succeed?
But let's face it: times are tough and and many parents are strapped financially. So, SuperFutures.org is extending a super, helping hand. We're pleased to announce that we're providing scholarships for 30 worthy students to our summer Youth Leadership & Social Entrepreneurship Program. The deadline is July 17th so act fast if you or someone you know is interested.
By the way, among the speakers now lined-up -- in addition to Obama's senior campaign strategist and Arun Gandhi -- is Joshua Weiss, head of the Negotiations Project at Harvard University. He'll spend an entire day with the students, teaching them how to negotiate and get things done.
We want to support those motivated students who want to make a difference not only in their lives but in the lives of others. The 2009 SuperFutures Scholarship will help you do that. So if you or someone you know might be interested, please share this info.
The scholarship provides the full eight-day program— with a standard tuition of $2,995 -- for just $795. This includes the dynamic five-day SuperFutures Youth Leadership & Social Entrepreneurship Program held August 8-12 including all meals, accommodations at Pace University, and events. The Leadership Program – featuring workshops, speakers and an exclusive exchange with some 50 Chinese teens -- will teach students to turn their passions and knowledge of global issues into real-world impact by developing their own social entrepreneurial ventures. Students will leave with a Personal Action Plan and video or essay about their experience, which can be used in college or job applications. Students may also attend the three-day Youth Assembly at the United Nations August 5-7, immediately preceding the SuperFutures Leadership Program (with self-provided accommodations).
This Program is a great way to build-up that resume for your college planning efforts and learn some powerful skills to help you succeed in today's world.
SuperFutures will offer scholarships based on quality and need to students ages 14-18 in the Tri-State Area or others elsewhere in the US with self-provided airfare. Students should have an average grade of B or higher, a demonstrated interest in community service or giving back, and financial need. Interested candidates should email their answer by July 17th to the following questions: “Why would I like to participate in the SuperFutures 2009 Program and what do I hope to gain from this experience?” Answers should not exceed 300 words and should be emailed, along with name, phone, age and current school to: apply@superfutures.org. To learn more, visit www.superfutures.org or call 888-232-4907.
