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14 MARCH 1,2007 Smoke Signals Intertribal Timber Council Scholarships The Truman D. Picard Scholarship Program is dedicated to the support of Native American students pursuing higher education in Natural Resources. Scholarships are available for college students and graduating high school seniors. Deadline is March 23. For more information or an application, visit www.itcnet.org or call Luhui Whitebear, CTGR Scholarship Coordinator at 503-879-1345 or 1-800-422-0232 ext 1345. Catching the Dream Scholarship Catching the Dream is now accepting applications for Fall Semester Term. Must be enrolled at least 14 with a federally or state recognized Tribe or a terminated Tribe. Deadline for Fall Semester Quarter is April 15. Visit website for application and more information at www. catchingthedream.org, or contact Luhui Whitebear, CTGR Scholarship Coordinator, 1-800-422-0232 ext 1345 or 503-879-1345. Monday & Wednesdays 1:30 4 p.m. at the Education Building Contact .Joanne Carr at 503-879-2282 orjoanne.carrgrandronde.org Beading Classes For GED Students Mondays & Wednesdays 3-5 p.m. Instructor is Arlettia Krehbiel Oregon-Columbia Laborers Open Shop Apprenticeship Minimum Qualifications: 18 years of age (minimum must provide proof of age) On-the-job training is provided Geographic Area: All of Oregon and S.W. Washington To request an application send a letter or postcard to: Oregon-Columbia Laborers Apprenticeship 8111 N.E. Holman Street Portland, OR 97218 Call 503-256-7300 or 1-800-309-1442 or visit www.nwcoc.com Applications will be accepted January 2-May 31, 2007. Attention Female High School Students Interested In Math And Science The CURIE Academy is a one-week summer residential program for high school girls who excel in math and science, enjoy solving problems, and want to learn more about careers in engineering. Cornell Uni versity's world-renowned faculty and graduate students lead academy participants in classes, lab sessions and project research. Participants work in teams to solve problems that mirror real-life situations. In addition, social events, panel discussions and other out-of-classroom activities provide participants with opportunities to network informally with each other and Cornell faculty, staff and students. Primary goals of this program include: O Exposing girls to the exciting opportunities existing for them in engineering n Helping girls understand that women belong and are needed in the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields BR Demonstrating the connections between the study of engineering and solving problems affecting people and society. You will find all program materials including the application online at www.engineering.cornell.educurie Applications from girls who belong to groups severely underrepre sented in engineering African Americans, Native Americans and HispanicsLatinas are encouraged. Eligibility and application require ments may be found at www.engineering.cornell.educurie The applica tion must be postmarked by April 16, 2007. If you have questions about the program, please contact us at cj38 cornell.edu or 607-255-0735. Chemeketa Community College Foundation Scholarships The Chemeketa Community College Foundation administers several scholarship programs for Chemeketa students. Interested students will complete one application form and they will be considered for every scholar ship for which they are eligible. Applications for the 2007-2008 academic year will be available on March 5, deadline April 6, 2007. For an applica tion, or more information, visit www.chemeketa.edufoundationscholar ships.html, or call Luhui Whitebear, CTGR Scholarship Coordinator at 503-879-1345 or 1-800-422-0232 ext 1345. Humboldt State University Scientific Leadership Scholars Program Students in good academic standing in Computer Science, Environmental Resources Engineering, or Mathematics will receive annual scholarships of $3623 as a part of their total financial aid package. This scholarship will reduce the need for student loans or to work while a student. Applicants will receive assistance with federal financial aid forms (FAFSA) and ap plications for other sources of funding to supplement scholarship and cover expenses. Native American students and students that are first generation to attend the university will be priority applicants. However, any student that meets the academic standards and financial need requirement will be considered. For more information, please visit www.humboldt.edusls, call 707-826-4348, or email slshumboldt.edu North American Indian Department Scholarships The International Order of the King's Daughters and Sons, Inc. is now taking requests for scholarship applications. Applicants must request an application by April 1. To request an application please send a written request along with a stamped, self-addressed legal size envelope to: Mrs. Millie McRae, Director 341 Ottis Seckinger Road, Rineon, GA 31326. Complete applications are due Sunday, April 15. Bonneville Power Administration Summer 2007 Internships BPA in partnership with American Science and Engineering Society (AISES) and Nez Perce Tribe of Idaho is offering five student summer internships. These internships expose Native American college students to challenging professional experiences and serve as an effective way to identify top candidates for employment. There will be internships in Environment, Fish & Wildlife focused on Tribal, fish, wildlife, andor environmental areas and in Transmission and Power Services focused on engineering. All interested students are encouraged to apply before March 1, 2007. Application materials are available on the AISES website at www. aises.orghigheredinternships. For more information about the program contact Buzz Cobell at 503-230-5069 or email glcobellbpa.gov Northwest Human Services Association 2007 Annual Conference April 27-29, 2007 University of Oregon Eugene, Oregon "Collaboration in Human Services Relationships" Hosted by: University of Oregon's College of Education Family and Human Services Program Registration Fee: $70 (the registration fee will include one year of membership in NWHSA). Meals: Breakfast on Saturday and Sunday as well as lunch on Saturday are included in conference fee. Other meals may be offered at a discounted price. Lodging: Best Western Greentree Inn, 1-541-485-2727: Best Western New Oregon Motel, 1-541-683-3669 (please reference the NWHS conference, to get reduced rates at the Best Western Hotels) Eugene Hilton, 1-800-445-8667: Phoenix Inn Suites, 1-541-344-0001 We would like to extend a warm welcome to Human Service Profession als, Educators and Students in Alaska, Colorado, Guam, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wyoming. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT KELLY WARREN at kewar renuoregon.edu or 541-346-1570.
