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1 Texas Business Hall of Fame Foundation Scholarships How Could YOU Make a Difference With APPLY TODAY! Applications must be submitted through the Dean of the College of Business. The deadline for schools to submit all applications is March 1, Now Seeking Entrepreneurial Candidates for the 2017 TBHF Scholarship Awards The Eligible Candidate will: Exhibit entrepreneurial aspirations, demonstrate a propensity for leadership in academic and campus activities and entrepreneurial achievements and have good academic credentials... For complete eligibility requirements and application details, visit the Scholarship page of the TBHF website: Texasbusiness.org/scholarship tbhf@meetingmanagers.com

2 Deans and Faculty Members: It is our pleasure to invite University of the Incarnate Word to participate in the 2017 Texas Business Hall of Fame Foundation Scholarship Program. This year, the Foundation will award scholarships of $15,000 each to students at 25 participating universities. We expect the competition among candidates to be keen due to the sizeable pool of talented applicants enrolled at all of our participating schools. About the Program As you know, the Foundation s mission is twofold. First, we recognize and honor the historic contributions that business men and women have made in our state. Second, we sow seeds for our future by acknowledging and helping underwrite the promise that is being demonstrated by Texas business students. We accomplish this by honoring outstanding Texas business leaders at our Annual Induction Dinner, which will be held this year on November 1 st in Dallas. Additionally, we assist future business leaders pursuing their degrees in Texas schools by funding a scholarship program. It is a requirement that all final recipients be present to receive their award. We encourage you to nominate students who have varied educational and career backgrounds, demonstrate business leadership and entrepreneurial spirit and who will likely go on to make an impact on Texas Business throughout their careers. The awards are given to students enrolled at Texas universities. Application Process As before, we are requesting that you discuss this opportunity with your students and encourage them to submit an application to you. It is the responsibility of each university to collect the completed application packets, select the top candidates to nominate for consideration, and forward all materials to the TBHF office. Nominations should be submitted in electronic format only, and should include one PDF file per student. The nominees should represent the best and brightest students currently enrolled in your school. If you are aware of any entrepreneurial-focused groups or other colleges at your school with ties to business, we request that you please work with them to help offer this opportunity to those qualified and interested students. Attached you will find the fillable application form and an informational poster regarding the 2017 program. Please distribute and/or display this poster wherever you feel eligible students will be able to access it. Also, please provide the attached application form to those students interested in applying. For more information, you can find the TBHF Scholarship Program on Facebook and access the Scholarships tab of the TBHF website.

3 Scholarship(s) to be awarded at your school this year: The H-E-B Scholarship We ask that each school submit exactly three applications per award. Please note that all nominations must be submitted to the TBHF office as listed on the application by March 1, Please be sure that your applications are complete prior to Spring Break for your school/students. Applications will not be accepted after the due date. Selection Process The first round of the application process is nomination of candidates by each participating University and submission of each nominee s complete application in an electronic format. Those that are selected to compete in the next round will be required to attend an interview. One final recipient for each scholarship to be awarded at our participating universities will be selected to represent their school; however please note that participation in the final rounds of the selection process does not guarantee that a scholarship will be awarded. All interviews will be conducted on a pre-assigned date in April in Austin, Dallas, Houston or San Antonio. Each interview will last 30 minutes. Interviews will be held for your school on Tuesday, April 25, 2017 in San Antonio. This information should be shared with all of your potential candidates right away to ensure their availability. Additional details regarding interview times, locations, and schedules will be communicated to you. Selection of the scholarship recipients is slated to be announced in May. Eligibility and Requirements The qualifications are: 1. Exhibits entrepreneurial aspirations and demonstrates a propensity for leadership and entrepreneurial achievements 1. Exhibits leadership traits in academic and campus activities 2. Has outstanding moral character 3. Good academic credentials (3.0 or above preferred, with strong affinity for entrepreneurship) 4. Will be enrolled during the ) academic year 5. Is a U.S. Citizen, planning to pursue a career in Texas 6. Willing to personally complete the forms as requested 7. Able to attend the Annual Scholarship Luncheon and Induction Dinner 8. Willing to travel for interviews as needed 9. If selected, be a steward of the TBHF Scholarship Program and maintain engagement through campus involvement, social media, attendance at area events, etc. Applications are not considered complete without all supporting documents. For each nominee s application, please be sure the following items are included: 1. Completed Scholarship Application Form 1. Student Narrative 2. Letter of Nomination from the Dean 3. Student s Most Recent Transcript (electronic, scanned, and unofficial copies acceptable) 4. Professional Headshot (high-resolution, jpg, color)

4 All applications must be submitted in electronic format (one PDF per student) to the TBHF office at We are very thankful for your assistance throughout this process, and for your continued participation in the Texas Business Hall of Fame Foundation Scholarship Program. Please contact the TBHF office via to or via phone at (713) if you have any questions. Sincerely, Lawrence Hanrahan, MD, MBA and Diane S. McNulty, PhD Vice Presidents of Scholarship/Endowment Program Texas Business Hall of Fame To: CC: Please Review: In order to ensure the success of the Scholarship Program, we need your help! Please have someone from your group confirm receipt of this message. If you should no longer be listed as a contact for this program, please let us know, and direct this message to the appropriate person. Texas Business Hall of Fame tbhf@meetingmanagers.com Mark your calendar now! 35 th Annual Induction Dinner Hilton Anatole Hotel, Dallas Wednesday, November 1, 2017 TBHF Scholarship Program on Facebook

5 Texas Business Hall of Fame 2017 Scholarship Application Form Submission Deadline: March 1, 2017 Nomination Information University Name College or Department Nominating Faculty Name Nominating Faculty Position Nominating Faculty Phone Applicant Information Name Name (as it should be printed) Phone Degree Currently Pursuing Anticipated Completion Date* *You must be enrolled during the academic year in order to be eligible. Certain non-standard academic programs excluded. Tell us about your High School and Collegiate Education School/ Dates Major(s) Degree(s) Cumulative GPA Major GPA Graduated? In what type of program are you currently enrolled (ex: full time, part time, online, evenings, on-campus, etc.)? Additional Questions Academic honors and Achievements List the honor/achievement along with a brief explanation of the honor. School Sponsored Extracurricular Activities List the activity name, description of organization, your personal contribution to the organization, and any honors, awards, or leadership positions held

6 Non-school Sponsored Extracurricular Activities List the activity name, description of organization, your personal contribution to the organization, and any honors, awards, or leadership positions held. Work Experience and/or Research Experience List job title, description of position, your contribution to the workplace, and any honors, leadership, or recognition received. List published papers, research papers presented, etc. Professors - TBHF is always looking for outstanding business leaders. Please provide the name and contact information for your two favorite professors and a brief explanation for why you selected them. Financial Projection If you have a specific financial need or projection for capital funds for a certain venture, please explain (you may attach additional documentation) 2017 Scholarship Application Form, continued Please include with this application: - A one page narrative (signed and dated) answering the question: How have you demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit and business leadership, what are your future goals, and why do you plan to pursue a career specifically in Texas? - A letter of nomination from your Dean Page 2 of 3

7 2017 Scholarship Application Form, continued Below are the preferred criteria for the TBHF scholarship candidate. Exceptions may be made for especially outstanding students. Eligibility and Requirements Exhibits entrepreneurial aspirations and demonstrates a propensity for leadership and entrepreneurial achievements Exhibits leadership traits in academic and campus activities Has outstanding moral character Good academic credentials (3.0 or above preferred, with strong affinity for entrepreneurship) Will be enrolled during the academic year* Is a U.S. Citizen, planning to pursue a career in Texas Willing to personally complete the forms as requested Able to attend the Annual Scholarship Luncheon and Induction Dinner Willing to travel for interviews as needed If selected, be a steward of the TBHF Scholarship Program and maintain engagement through campus involvement, social media, attendance at area events, etc. Financial need may be considered, but is not a requirement for application. *For students enrolled in a non-standard or accelerated academic program, exceptions will be made, as arranged with the Dean and approved by TBHF. *Attendance at the Annual Scholarship Luncheon and Induction Dinner is required. Please confirm you will be able to attend. Date: November 1, 2017, Dallas, TX Yes No The following items must be submitted to TBHF by MARCH 1, 2017 in order to complete your application Checklist Completed Application Form One Page Narrative Letter of Nomination from Dean Most Recent Transcript Professional Headshot (electronic, scanned, and unofficial copies acceptable) YOUR APPLICATION IS NOT CONSIDERED COMPLETE WITHOUT ALL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS. Student Signature Date Faculty Signature Date I understand all of the eligibility requirements and confirm that my application is accurate and complete. Please return this completed form with all supporting documents to your Dean's Office TBHF Scholarship Program 4550 Post Oak Place, Suite 342 Houston, TX Phone: tbhf@meetingmanagers.com texasbusiness.org/scholarship Dean/Program Contact Information (may be filled in by university representative) Program: Contact Person: Phone: Office Location: Page 3 of 3