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It is with great pride that 1800Wheelchair announces our sixth scholarship awardee – Mr. Benjamin Snow. We received a great response; over fifty students submitted essays. Benjamin is a junior pursuing an interdisciplinary degree of political science and media studies at Arizona State University. Before attending ASU, Benjamin completed an associate degree with honors from Pikes Peak Community College.
When answering our question, “what advice would you give policy makers during this season of health reform?” Benjamin related his personal story. His bottom line: “universal healthcare can enable people with disabilities to be more productive members of society and live out their American Dream.”
When asked what he plans to do with the $500 award Benjamin didn’t miss a beat, “I’m going to spend it on tuition for classes.” In the long term, Benjamin plans to pursue a masters in journalism then a Ph.D. in political science. It’s likely we will hear more from Benjamin Snow in the future.
1800Wheelchair.com also would like to take this opportunity to announce our seventh scholarship award. Established in 2006, the 1800wheelchair scholarship now awards two $500 scholarship each year. Our past essays have explored mobility issues on campus and much more. To enter the scholarship student follow these guidelines:
Participants must meet the following criteria:
- Enrolled at an accredited high school, college or university in the U.S.
- Enrolled at the undergraduate level
- Age sixteen (16) years or older
- Legal resident of the U.S. or hold a valid student visa
- Carry a status of “Good Standing”
- Maintain a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 3.0
- Submit their essay by 5:00 p.m. EST on June 1, 2010
- Essay should be 300 to 500 words in length
Given the importance of the healthcare debate, we are going to try something new and repeat our essay question:
As a student, what advice would you give policy makers during this season of health reform? Please address the board issues that you believe are essential and trade-offs - if any - we should make to address those issues.
Send all materials to:
1-800-Wheelchair Scholarship
320 Roebling Street
Suite 515
Brooklyn, NY 11211
Your application should include:
- Type written copy of your essay
- First & last name, email address & phone number
- Statement or transcript of your Grade Point Average (GPA)
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