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  For Students: The Frank Newman Leadership Award

The Frank Newman Leadership Award provides financial support and mentorship to assist students achieve their civic and academic goals. Two $5,000 awards are available to undergraduate students at Campus Compact member colleges and universities.

Eligibility
All students at Campus Compact member two-year schools, and sophomores and juniors at member four-year schools, are eligible.

Award Criteria

  • Evidence of civic leadership potential during the preceding 12-month period. Such potential is evidenced by academic achievement and the ability to create lasting change through civic action.
  • Sustained commitment to public engagement and the community. The application should demonstrate the student's capacity to identify and begin to address the root causes of community issues through public policy or other efforts focused on creating positive change.
  • Demonstrated financial need (as described in president's letter)

Nominations are due by April 18, 2011.

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