Texas Tech Alumni Association – Highland Lakes Chapter Sherry Lesley Memorial Scholarship Application The mission of the Texas Tech Highland Lakes Alumni Association Scholarship Committee is to support those individuals seeking financial assistance in reaching their academic goals through Texas Tech University Thank you for your interest in the scholarship opportunities available through the Highland Lakes Chapter of the Texas Tech Alumni Association Higher education is a vital component of both personal and professional growth, and we appreciate the commitment you are making to better yourself and the community we share The Sherry Lesley Memorial Scholarship will include the option to renew for multiple semesters As such, a personal interview with the final candidates will be required This form (along with your personal statement and recommendation letters) can be returned to TTU Highland Lakes by one of the following options: email, fax, mail, or hand delivery GUIDELINES Applicants must have already been accepted to Texas Tech (Highland Lakes or the main campus in Lubbock) Female applicants only Scholarship applications must be received by April 15th Scholarship(s) will be awarded in mid-May for the fall semester (with renewal option for spring) Scholarship(s) will be mailed directly to the Texas Tech to be deposited in the student’s account, Recipient(s) may be asked to attend fundraising events to sustain the income of the scholarship About Sherry (essay prompt): Sherry Lesley loved life and family, and enjoyed a very successful career in business, while always making time for civic work She also loved “all things Texas Tech.” This scholarship will be awarded to a deserving female student who exhibits Sherry’s dedicated work ethic, determination, and strong sense of civic responsibility It will be awarded based on grades, financial need, and the qualities reflected in Sherry’s life Contact Information: Texas Tech University at Highland Lakes Michele Hicks – Scholarship Liaison (michele.hicks@ttu.edu) 806 Steve Hawkins Parkway Marble Falls, TX 78654 (830) 798-9548 phone (830) 798-8598 fax Scholarship Application I Biographical Information Name: Street Address: City & Zip Code: Email Address: Home Phone: Cell Phone: Are you a Texas Resident? Did any of your parents, grandparents, or children attend Texas Tech? If so, list names: II Academic Information Current Status (undergraduate, graduate, post graduate): Program of Study: Expected Completion Date: List prior colleges/universities and degrees earned: Current GPA: III Financial Information Current Employer(s): Position: Hours/Week: Your total monthly income: $ Total Monthly Household Income: $ Do you anticipate receiving any other scholarships or financial aid? If yes, please describe: IV Recommendations Applicant must submit a minimum of two (2) written letters of recommendation V Personal Statement On a separate page, please tell us more about yourself Using the prompt in the guidelines on the first page, tell us how your life reflects the Sherry Lesley qualities that made her such an amazing woman in our community .. .Scholarship Application I Biographical Information Name: Street Address: City & Zip Code: Email Address:... yourself Using the prompt in the guidelines on the first page, tell us how your life reflects the Sherry Lesley qualities that made her such an amazing woman in our community ... total monthly income: $ Total Monthly Household Income: $ Do you anticipate receiving any other scholarships or financial aid? If yes, please describe: IV Recommendations Applicant must submit