TRIBAL PROGRAM NEWS
Arthur Bensell Memorial Scholarship 2000 - 2001 Application
Arthur S. Bensell was an educator, civic leader, Tribal Council member, and
tribal chairman. He spent many years in service to his community and tribe as
mayor of the city of Siletz and tribal leader.
Bensell attended Ohio State University and graduated from Heidelberg College
in 1934. During his career with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, he served as a teacher,
principal, and reservation principal in Minnesota, Alaska, and North Dakota. Upon
returning to Siletz, he became involved in tribal business affairs and served many
years on the tribe’s Education Committee and always strove for better educational
opportunities for tribal members.
In loving memory of Arthur Bensell, a memorial fund was established through
the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians. The memorial fund is used to honor
and award tribal members majoring in education. The $1,000 scholarship is
administered by the Tribal Education Committee and strengthened by various
fund-raising activities throughout the year.
To apply for the Arthur Bensell Scholarship, please submit the following:
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Documentation of acceptance at an accredited vocational training or higher
education institution, two-year, four-year, or graduate school.
A 1,000-word essay addressing the annual theme.
Three letters of recommendation.
Essays will be judged on content, theme development and organization, use
of proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Essay Theme: Describe the gift
of education and the benefits that follow.
Personal Information
Last name:First name:MI:
SSN:Date of Birth:Tribal Roll No.
Current mailing address:_______________________________________________
City:State:ZIP:
Permanent mailing address: __ _________________________________________
City:State:ZIP:
Home phone: () Work phone: ()
SYEP Guidelines for Summer Jobs
The Siletz Tribe invites Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian
youth age 14 to 21 to apply for the Summer Youth Employment Program.
This program will run from the Monday following the release of school to
Aug. 31, 2001, and provide up to 200 hours of work experience training or
classroom training services. Applicants must meet income guidelines, with the
exception of a 15 percent budgetary allowance for at-risk youth.
We began taking calls to schedule an application appointment on April 30,
2001. If you would like to apply, please call your local area office and ask for the
tribal services assistant to set up an intake appointment.
Education is a program priority. Therefore, all participants must have a minimum
2.0 GPA and be at current grade level to participate in a work experience placement.
Youth applicants who do not meet these academic requirements will need to participate
in a classroom component to assist with educational requirements.
Limited space is available. All applications must include the necessary
documentation for a final determination of eligibility. All completed applications
will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis. All SYEPapplicant families must
meet the 2001 U.S. Poverty Income Guidelines, unless they are determined to be
an at-risk youth.
You can reach the area offices as follows: Siletz, 1-800-922-1399 or
541-444-2532; Portland. 503-238-1512; Salem, 503-390-9494; and Eugene
541-484-4234.
Education History
High School:
□ Public □ Other Graduation or GED date:
Higher Ed.:
□ BA
□ BS
□ EdM
Li MAI
UI PhD
Graduation date:Degree received:
College/University:Major:
Current Degree Program (2000 - 2001 Academic Year)
Start date:Major:
College/Univ.:Degree abbreviation:
Degree name:Graduation date:
Photo: Please submit a photo of good quality for use in newsletters and other
CTSI publications, preferably one in your school or work environment. Note:
Photo is optional and doesn’t reflect on scholarship eligibility.
Certification
Scholarship funds are to be used for academic purposes only.
By accepting the scholarship, I agree to advertising and promotional use of
my name, picture, and biographical information.
/ hereby certify that the information provided on this form is true, correct,
and complete to the best of my knowledge. I consent to the release of this
information to other agencies and persons as necessary to determine my eligibility,
budget, and financial need.
Applicant’s Signature:Date:
Note: Application must be received in our office by 4:30 p.m. on June 29,2001.
Incomplete applications will not be considered. All correspondence will be
mailed by certified mail to permanent address unless otherwise requested in writing.
Scholarship may not be awarded unless a minimum of two applications
are received.
If you have any questions, please call 1-800-922-1399, ext. 290, or
541-444-8290 and ask for Bev. Please send application to Bev Youngman, Programs
Manager, Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians, PO Box 549, Siletz, OR 97380.
CTSI Jobs
Position: Youth Center Shift Leader
Location: Siletz, Oregon
Salary: $10.20 per hour I part-time
Opening date: 4/9/01
Closing date: 5/11/01
Position: CHS Technician I
Location: Siletz, Oregon
Salary: $12.64 per hour
Opening date: 4/19/01
Closing date: 5/11/01
Position: Tribal Services Specialist
Classification: Full-time,
Non-Exempt
Location: Salem, Oregon
Salary: $12.64 - $14 per hour -
TL 7-0 1 8-0, DOE
Opening date: 4/11/01
Closing date: 5/11/01
Call the Job Line at 541 -444-8296
or 1-800-922-1399 for a tribal
application.
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