These scholarships are intended for students pursuing some Polish studies (major may be in other fields) at universities in the U.S. who have completed at least two years of college or university work at an accredited institution. The scholarships will be awarded for the fall 2011 term.
The American Council for Polish Culture is a national non-profit Polish-American confederation of 34 affiliate and supporting organizations, and individual members engaged in fostering interest in our rich Polish cultural heritage. ACPC recognizes the importance of encouraging individuals to assume leadership roles in the Polish American community. The Council believes that the Skalny Scholarship awards provide incentives in this direction.
REQUIREMENTS for the scholarship are as follows:
1. Must be a citizen of the United States of America and submit evidence of completion of two years of college/university studies at an accredited institution – most recent official transcript (original to chairwoman, copies to other three committee members).
2. Resume – include a section on POLISH STUDIES, listing all courses completed and in progress for university credit or certification.
3. A letter of recommendation from a faculty member who teaches Polish subjects.
4. A copy of an academic project on a Polish topic in English that was submitted as part of a course requirement. Include the name, position and current address of the evaluator and his/her evaluation of the project.
5. A description of applicant’s personal involvement in the mainstream community intended to promote Polish history and/or culture or an appreciation thereof.
6. A letter of recommendation from an individual with direct knowledge of your community activities as described in 5 above.
NOTE: Prior winners are ineligible. All materials for the scholarships must be mailed and received by the Committee on or before May 15, 2011 (faxes not accepted). Originals of all materials must be mailed to the Chairwoman and duplicate copies must be mailed to the other three ACPC Skalny Scholarships Committee Members
Ms. Ursula Brodowicz, M.A. Chairwoman, Skalny Scholarship Committee
11 Brinley Way, Newington, CT 06111
Mrs. Deborah M. Majka, M.S.
812 Lombard St. #12, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Ms. Ange Iwanczyk, M.A.
833 Fairdale Ave., Ambridge, PA 15003-1608
Mr. Marion V. Winters, M.S.
51 Camile Rd., Webster, MA 01570
All materials submitted by applicants will become part of the records of the American Council for Polish Culture and will not be returned.
If there are any questions regarding the above, contact Ms. Brodowicz at the above address or by phone/e-mail: tel. (860) 521-0201; [email protected].