6,900 in Publishing Scholarships
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Posted by Web Team, September 25, 2006
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Sponsored By The Bookbuilders Of Boston
About the award: The Bookbuilders of Boston Scholarship is awarded to undergraduate and/or graduate students enrolled at Simmons College who have demonstrated a strong interest in pursuing a career in the publishing industry or in a related field and are likely to make a contribution to the community of publishing. The total scholarship fund this year is $6,900. This total amount may be divided among as many worthy candidates as are determined by the selection committee. The selection committee may choose to delay distribution of funds if no suitable candidate applies.
Eligibility: Any Simmons undergraduate who has earned 64 credits or graduate student who has earned 16 credits is eligible to apply. Previous recipients may not apply.
Applicants should submit the following items:
1. A copy of transcripts representing post-secondary studies.
2. A resume emphasizing experience relevant to the publishing industry.
3. A 250-word essay explaining professional plans and goals.
4. A letter of recommendation from a Simmons faculty member or program administrator.
Submit Your Application to:
James Corcoran and/or Kerrin Dowling
corcoranj@simmons.edu / dowlingk@simmons.edu
617 521 2838
L 302
Simmons Selection Committee
C/O Communications Department
Deadline: All applications are due by DECEMBER 8, 2006
