The Scholarship Selection Committee Member plays a vital role in the selection process for scholarship recipients. Volunteers review applications, assess eligibility, and provide input on the most deserving candidates based on established criteria. This position ensures a fair and transparent process to award scholarships and grants to qualified individuals.
Time Commitment: 2 program cycle commitment. Varies; approximately 8-12 hours per selection cycle (may include reviewing applications, attending meetings, and participating in discussions).
Key Responsibilities:
o Application Review: Evaluate scholarship applications thoroughly, considering the applicant’s qualifications, essays, and supporting documents.
o Criteria Application: Assess candidates using the scholarship’s guidelines and scoring rubric to ensure fair and objective evaluations.
o Meeting Participation: Attend scheduled meetings to discuss applications, deliberate on finalists, and collaborate with fellow committee members.
o Confidentiality: Maintain the confidentiality of applicant information throughout the selection process.
o Feedback: Provide constructive feedback to improve the scholarship process for future cycles, if requested.
Qualifications:
o Commitment to fairness, equity, and diversity in the scholarship and grant opportunities.
o Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
o Ability to review and evaluate written materials objectively.
o Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Benefits:
o Opportunity to make a direct impact on the lives of award recipients and enhance the association community.
o Networking and collaboration with other committee members and community leaders.
o Personal satisfaction in supporting access to education and career development, and research.