The Land of Lincoln Chapter of the Solid Waste Association of North America annually provides a scholarship to students enrolled in civil or environmental engineering, geology, environmental science or related studies at an accredited college or university. Special consideration will be given to those students who have selected coursework relate to the solid waste field and/or participated in solid waste-related extracurricular activities. The enclosed notice outlines the qualifications for submitting an application for this Chapter Scholarship. This year's scholarship is $2,500.00
Criteria to Receive Scholarship:
An Illinois resident currently pursuing an undergraduate degree
in civil or environmental engineering, geology, environmental science or related studies at an accredited college or university (does not have to be college or university in Illinois). Special consideration will be given to those students who have selected coursework related to the solid waste field and/or participated in solid waste-related extracurricular activities.
To Apply Provide the Following:
- A letter explaining why you have chosen your particular field of study related to the aforementioned curriculums. Special consideration will be given to students with coursework applicable to the solid waste industry.
- A list of any extra curricular activities in which you are or have been involved.
- A copy of college transcripts and grades for course work completed to date.
- Confirmation from registrar's office as to full time enrollment status and field of study.
Send or e-mail the above information on or before September 15, 2017 to:
SWANA Land of Lincoln Chapter
c/o Will County Land Use Department Attn. Dean Olson
58 East Clinton St.
Joliet, IL 60432
dolson@willcountygreen.com