TRIBAL PROGRAM NEWS
2007-2008 Application
Arthur S. Bensell Memorial
Scholarship
Siletz Scholarships
Portland Area Office: Katy Kaady,
Applications for the three scholar
ships administered by the Tribal Edu
cation Committee - the Siletz Scholar
ship, the Arthur Bensell Scholarship,
and the PEPSI - Craig Whitehead
Scholarship - are now available for stu
dents of all ages in higher education
and adult vocational training.
503-238-1512, 3715 SE 39th,
Portland, OR 97202
Salem Area Office: Sonya Moody-
Jurado, 503-390-9494, 3160
Blossom Drive NE, Suite 105,
Salem, OR 97305
Eugene Area Office: Nick Sixkiller,
541-484-4234, 2468 W IIth Ave.,
Eugene, OR 97402
The deadline for the three schol
arships is June 30, 2007.
Siletz Area Office and out-of-state
students: Alissa Lane, 541-444-8373
Please contact your area education
specialist if you have questions regard
ing the scholarships:
or 1-800-922-1399, ext. 1373, 201
SE Swan Ave., Siletz, OR 97380
Tribal Court of the Confederated
Tribes of Siletz Indians of Oregon
Notice of Pending Litigation
May 9, 2007
Court telephone no.
(800) 922-1399
(541) 444-8228
Court Address
P.O. Box 549
201 SE Swan Ave. Siletz, OR 97380
In the Matter of : Siletz Tribal Per Capita Distribution
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.
Art 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, Art 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.
A memorial scholarship fund was established through the Confederated Tribes
of Siletz Indians to honor and award tribal members in education. The $1,000
scholarship is administered by the Tribal Education Committee and strength
ened by various fund-raising activities throughout the year.
To apply for the Arthur Bensell Scholarship, please submit the following:
I. Documentation of acceptance at an accredited vocational training or higher
education institution, 2-year, 4-year, or graduate school
2. Documentation of education major
3. A I,OCX)-word essay addressing the annual theme
4. One letter of recommendation
Essays will be judged on essay content, organization and development of
theme, and use of proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Essay Theme:
Describe the gift of education and the benefits that follow.
These matters came before the Court on review and the court being fully
informed finds as follows:
Personal Information
Finding of Fact
This Court has jurisdiction to review this matter as the Respondents are
members of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians (CTS1).
Last Name____________________ First Name _______________ MI ______
Date of Birth ___________________ Tribal Roll No. ____________
Current Mailing Address
Permanent Mailing Address
Petitioner filed a Notice to Offset Tribal Per Capita in the Siletz Tribal Court.
Order
The following Tribal members have a lien filed against their per capita
and do not have a valid mailing address:
Gerald Adam Sr.
Loraine E. Butler
Hearing Date:
Hearing Date:
Michael Downey
Christopher S. Fisher
Cynthia Green
Lorne Hurt
Monique Jackson
Otto John
Lacey Keene
Louis Keene
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Dennis Lucas Jr.
Stephen Morrison
Christopher Oleman
LaJuana Ramirez
Darin Rilatos
Kari Rilatos
Darcy Walton
Melody Williams
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SO ORDERED this 9th day of May 2007.
Calvin E. Gantenbein, Chief Judge
Siletz Tribal Court
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Application Due Date: June 30, 2007
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City_________State___ ZIP_____
City__________State___ ZIP_____
Home Phone (
)_______________ Work Phone (
)________________
Education History
High School ( ) Public ( ) Other
Graduation or GED Date__________
Higher Ed ( ) BA ( ) BS ( ) EdM ( ) MAT ( ) PhD
Graduation Date __________________ Degree Received ________________
College/University________________ Major___ _______________________
Present Degree Program (2007-2008 Academic Year)
Start Date________________________ Major___________________________
Col lege/U n i ver si ty ___________________________________________
Degree Name
Degree Abbreviation_____________
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 does not 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.
I understand that:
I 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____________
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Note
Scholarship may not be awarded unless a minimum of two applications
are received.