Students looking to continue their education at the collegiate level could get a boost thanks to a
Cloverland Electric Cooperative scholarship.
The company, which is headquartered in Dafter, outside of Sault Ste. Marie, announced that it will be rewarding one graduating high school senior a $1,500 scholarship for use in continuing education at a post-secondary institution. Handing out scholarships is nothing new to the electric company, which has given out more than $17,000 worth since 2002.
"This is a great opportunity for our high school seniors," says Wendy Malaska, director of marketing and communications. "Every little bit helps these days, when it comes to financing a college education."
The parent or legal guardian of the student applying must be a member of the cooperative and currently receive electric from the company. The applicant must also be enrolled or planning to enroll as a full time student in college for the 2011 fall term.
Application deadline is May 2. To request an application or for more information, call 906-632-5181.
In addition to the $1,500 scholarship, Cloverland will be handing out a $250 scholarship at each of its district meetings, held April 26-28. Graduating high school seniors must attend the meeting in their designated membership district with a parent or legal guardian and complete the "Luck of the Draw" registration form available at each location.
Writer: Sam EgglestonSource: Wendy Malaska, Cloverland
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