Vincent & Patricia Maisano Labor Scholarship Award

Origin

Applications will now be accepted to the Vincent & Patricia Maisano Labor Scholarship Award.

The award is being presented as a tribute to the second CWA District 13 International Vice President and the former Secretary-Treasurer of CWA Local 13000. Both of these individuals retired in April of 2005.

Vince and Pat both placed a high priority on education. On October 7, 2005, this award was established at Vince & Pat's retirement celebration. The 1st annual award was presented in 2006.

Eligibility

All CWA District 13 members, their spouses, children and grandchildren (including dependents of laid-off, retired or deceased CWA District 13 members) who are or were members in good standing at the time of separation from the Union may apply. Applicants must be high school graduates or at least high school students who will graduate during the year in which they apply. Undergraduate and graduate students returning to schooling my also apply. Prior winners may not apply.

Scholarships

One (1) scholarship, to be paid at the rate of $1,000.00 annually will be awarded.

Dates

Applications will be accepted during the months of December through March. Final deadline for the 2010 award is is Wednesday, March 31st, 2010.

Selection

The winner will be chosen by lottery drawing and only the winner will be notified.