BWLeadershipMen - 2020

Brian White Leadership Scholarship for Men in Early Childhood

The Brian White Leadership Scholarship for Men in Early Childhood was established to honor the legacy of former Michigan AEYC President, Brian White and his leadership in the classroom, as an administrator, as an advocate for children and families, and for those who work with young children. The scholarship is meant to recognize and encourage men enrolled in bachelor's degree programs who choose a career in early childhood education, working with, and on behalf of young children birth through age 8, to take leadership positions in the field.

Application Requirements and Guidelines

The Award:

A scholarship of $2000, disbursed in the fall.
A 1-year membership in NAEYC and Michigan AEYC.
A complimentary Michigan AEYC Early Childhood conference registration and one night lodging the year of the award.
An opportunity to work with leaders in the field of early childhood education and child development (i.e., attending Governing Board meetings, mentoring, participating in regional or statewide events.)

Requirements:

Applicant must be pursuing their first post-secondary bachelor's degree.
Applicant must have completed a minimum of 60 semester credit hours (or the equivalent) with nine (9) credit hours in early childhood education by the start of the next academic year (August 2020).
Applicant must have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher overall, and a GPA of 3.25 or higher in early childhood education courses.
Applicant must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in one of the following areas:
- Child Development (Family and Community Services, Children and Families, Child Care, Family Studies)
- Early Childhood Education
- Elementary Education with an early childhood endorsement
Applicant must be attending, or registered to attend in Fall 2020, an accredited bachelor's degree granting college or institution based in the State of Michigan. Out-of-state online or classroom programs are not eligible.
Applicant must be available for a possible phone interview after submission of application.

Application and Attachments: (Responses and attachments will be scored competitively based on completeness, accuracy, and quality of expression.)

Application
Responses to questions- help the committee get to know you and understand your interest and commitment to the field of ECE with your thorough and engaging responses. Be sure to include details and influences on your thinking.
Copy of all college transcript(s)
Copy of current class schedule (and courses planned for Spring and Summer 2020 if applicable)
Two letters of recommendation from individuals not related to the applicant. Applicant should get permission for a possible follow-up phone call by the Awards Committee.
- One letter must be from a faculty member who has taught the applicant in his or her class in the area of Child Development or Early Childhood Education.
- One letter may be from a work or volunteer experience, or a second faculty member.

Review the scholarship scoring rubric here.

The application and supporting materials must be submitted electronically by 5:00 pm on November 29, 2019.

Applicant Information

Name*

First Name

Middle Name

Last Name

Phone Number*

Address*

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

ZIP Code

Email*

College you will be attending Fall 2020*

Program/Major*

Cumulative Grade Point Average*

Total number of credits completed as of December 2019*

Number of credits completed in Child Development or Early Childhood Education as of December 2019*

Have you attended any other college or university other than the one listed above?*

Yes No

Previous College/University Information

Name of previous college or university attended

Cumulative Grade Point Average at previous college/university

Total number of credits completed at previous college/university

Number of credits completed in Child Development or Early Childhood Education at previous college/university

References

Reference #1 Name*

First Name

Last Name

Address*

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

ZIP Code

Phone*

Email*

Reference #2 Name*

First Name

Last Name

Address*

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

ZIP Code

Phone*

Email*

Scholarship Application Questions

Please help the scholarship committee get to know you and understand your interest and commitment to the field of Early Childhood Education through your thorough and engaging responses to the following questions. Include details and influences on your thinking in your responses.

1) List and describe three or four of your experiences working with young children, birth through age eight (8). Indicate whether each experience was paid, volunteer, or associated with coursework. What stands out to you from each experience? Provide details about how these experiences have impacted your enthusiasm and commitment to this field. *

2) What are your short and long-term career goals in the field of Early Childhood Education? What led you to these goals? How will your goals impact children and families locally, statewide, and/or nationally?*

3) What interests you about a career in the field of Early Childhood Education? Why do you want to work with and on behalf of young children?*

4) Describe the importance of your role as a male in Early Childhood Education. How do you think you can make a difference in the lives of young children and families?*

5) In what classroom leadership and volunteer campus and/or community activities have you been involved? Provide both a list and description of each activity. Describe the extent of your involvement and up to three or four leadership roles you have taken. *

6) Indicate any financial need that led you to apply for this award. In your description give 2-3 details for your rationale.*

Required Attachments

All college/university transcript(s)*

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Current semester class schedule*

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Letter of recommendation #1*

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Must be from a faculty member who has taught the applicant in his or her class in the area of Child Development or Early Childhood Education.

Letter of recommendation #2*

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Second letter of recommendation may be from a work or volunteer experience, or a second faculty member.