Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Lambda Phi Omega Chapter Cleveland, Ohio The Progressive Chapter January 31, 2018 Greetings:

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1 Chapter Officers President Diana Jones First Vice President Michelle Kenney Second Vice President Alicia Lewis Secretary Traci Kline Assistant Secretary Danielle Dye Financial Secretary Jacqueline Whatley Treasurer Yvonne Horn Corresponding Secretary Brenda Land Sergeant at Arms Deann Wheeler Hostess Camille Lampkin Chaplain Mallori King Historian Nicole Lynch Parliamentarian Linda Edwards Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Lambda Phi Omega Chapter Cleveland, Ohio The Progressive Chapter January 31, 2018 Greetings: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is a private, international organization with over 300,000 members worldwide. Lambda Phi Omega Chapter is one of the sorority s 1,012 chapters. Our mission is to cultivate and encourage high scholastic and ethical standards, to promote unity and friendship among college women, to study and help alleviate problems concerning girls and women in order to improve their social stature, to maintain a progressive interest in college life, and to be of Service to All Mankind". As part of our commitment to higher education, Lambda Phi Omega Chapter annually awards scholarships to deserving Northeast Ohio high school seniors. We are now accepting applications for our 2018 scholarships. In order to qualify for a scholarship, the student must meet the following criteria: 1. Reside in and attend a high school located in Northeast Ohio. 2. Be a high school senior who will graduate by August 15, Have a minimum 2.5 Cumulative Grade Point Average. 4. Be accepted and enrolled in a College, University or Post-Secondary Institution by August 31, The application package consists of a Scholarship Application Checklist and a two- page Scholarship Application. Applicants must also write an essay which includes a personal profile and discussion of why college is important to them. We are asking your assistance in identifying students who meet the above criteria and are in need of financial assistance to achieve their goal of a higher education. We hope you will encourage and assist them in applying for our scholarship. Please make sure students thoroughly read and understand the requirements. Please make additional copies as needed for distribution. Applications must be postmarked by March 31, Select students will be invited for a personal interview during the month of May, Selected recipients will be asked to attend a Scholarship Reception in June 2, 2018 at which time they will read their essays. Please feel free to contact Charita Buchanan at (216) or via at ritab08@aol.com should you have any questions. Sincerely, Diana Jones Charita Buchanan Custodian Anglia Nelson Ivy Leaf Reporter Heather Beasley

2 ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INCORPORATED LAMBDA PHI OMEGA CHAPTER 2018 Scholarship Criteria 1. Applicant must be a High School Senior who resides in and attends a Northeast Ohio High School. 2. Applicant must be graduating by August 15, Application must be completed and postmarked by March 31, Late applications will not be considered. NO EXCEPTIONS. 5. Select applicants will be invited to participate in a face-to-face interview in May, Each recipient will be asked to read their essay at the Scholarship Reception scheduled for June 2, Applicant must provide proof of enrollment at a specific College, University or Post-Secondary Institution at the time the award is made as verified by: * Letter of acceptance * Class schedule (needed at the time the scholarship award is issued) 8. A meeting will be scheduled to issue the scholarship checks. 9. Pending scholarship awards will be forfeited if all requirements are not met and documentation received by August 31, *We highly recommend that applicants visit our Chapter Website to learn more about us prior to their face-to-face interview.

3 ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INCORPORATED LAMBDA PHI OMEGA CHAPTER Please be sure to include: Scholarship Application Checklist Completed three-page application form signed by School Official Parent/Guardian/Legal Custodian Applicant Sealed Official Transcripts (2.5 cumulative grade point average or better) with school seal Two letters of recommendation One from your Teacher, Guidance Counselor, Assistant Principal, or Principal One from a person in the community who is not affiliated with your school and who is not relative (i.e. may be your employer, someone you know from church, community service, neighbor, etc.) Essay - Must be word processed, double spaced, 12-point font (no script fonts please). Maximum 500 words. Essay should include: a. First paragraph should be a brief words personal profile paragraph on yourself including (a) personal information (b) school activities (c) community and volunteer services (d) career choice (e) paid work experience b. The next paragraph(s) should be on the topic Why College is Important to Me Total essay not to exceed 500 words. Essay will be evaluated on: Content Composition Spelling Grammar Punctuation APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED BY March 31, 2018 After review, select students will be invited for a personal interview during the month of May, Dress for the Face-to-Face Interview is Business Attire as follows: Young Ladies: Skirt/blouse Dress with high neckline Business suit (Skirt or pants) No jean pants, skirt, or jacket No tennis shoes Young Men: Shirt/dress pants tie Business suit Sweater/dress pants No jean pants or jackets No tennis shoes

4 ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INCORPORATED LAMBDA PHI OMEGA CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION Application Deadline: March 31, 2018 Please complete the entire application. If question(s) are not applicable, write N/A. Please send all materials by US mail postmarked no later than March 31, 2018 Please mail to: Name: First Middle Last Address: City: State: Ohio Zip Code Telephone Cell Phone: Date of Birth: Area Code Phone Area Code Phone Month Date Year High School attending: _ Date of Graduation: Class Rank: Cumulative Grade Point Average: Number of students in your class ACT Composite Score: List three honors/awards received in high school: SAT Scores: Critical reading Mathematics Writing HONORS/AWARDS YEAR RECEIVED

5 Applicant s Name Page 2 List three community activities, organizations (including church), and other outside interests in which you have been involved: ACTIVITY/ORGANIZATION YEAR(S) POSITION(S) HELD Total hours of community volunteer service provided during your senior year College/University/Post Graduate Institute choice(s) COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY List no more than three. CITY, STATE List colleges to which you have been accepted. Intended major: Once your application is completed, please have it signed by your Guidance Counselor, Assistant Principal, or Principal School Official s Signature Title Date I AFFIRM THAT THE FOREGOING INFORMATION IS ACCURATE AND TRUE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE. Applicant s Signature Date Parent/Guardian/Legal Custodian s Signature Date

6 Applicant s Name Page 3 Essay