The Marines' Memorial Association Scholarship Program sponsors annual scholarships to recognize qualifying students who have demonstrated scholastic aptitude, community involvement and civic spirit. We also consider the applicants’ financial needs.

The Board of Directors is pleased to announce its new scholarship programs for academic year 2008-2009.

Last year, as in 2006, we received more applications for our Marines' Memorial Association Scholarships than ever before. This is due primarily to adding Members' grandchildren to our list of eligible applicants. To reiterate: Eligible applicants include all Association Members and Member dependents, plus grandchildren of Members who are graduating high school seniors or enrolled in institutions of higher education. All eligible are invited to apply. We encourage our Members to spread the word on the availability of these scholarships. We also are pleased to announce that because of generous Member donations, we have increased the number of scholarships from ten last year, to sixteen this year.

MMA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM CATEGORIES:

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I. BECHTEL ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP - $5,000 (2 Awards)

The S. D. Bechtel, Jr. Foundation’s generous donation helped establish the Bechtel Engineering and Science Scholarship. These scholarships are administered by the Marines’ Memorial Association. Five thousand dollars is the largest amount ever given for any of our scholarships. The S. D. Bechtel, Jr. Foundation is funding these Scholarships to make studies of engineering or science more attractive. Bechtel Engineering and Construction, the largest engineering and construction company in the United States, has a history of significant engineering and construction achievements, including the Hoover Dam on the Colorado River, the Channel Tunnel between England and France, BART in the Bay Area, the Washington, DC Metro, and the current rebuilding of the London Underground.
Due Date: 2 May 2008

> About the S. D. Bechtel, Jr. Foundation

The S.D. Bechtel, Jr. Foundation has made this Engineering and Science Scholarship possible to encourage qualified students to major in Engineering or one of the Sciences. The head of the Foundation is Stephen D. Bechtel, Jr. who is a Marine Veteran and was commissioned a Second Lieutenant after he graduated from college with a degree in Civil Engineering in 1946. In his professional life, he worked for Bechtel Corporation, a company known for building such signature projects as the Hoover Dam, the Channel Tunnel between England and France, the Hong Kong Airport, the Washington Metro, and the Bay Area Rapid Transit System. Bechtel takes pride in delivering projects with integrity, respect, innovation and a world-class safety program. (See more about Bechtel at www.Bechtel.com). Stephen D. Bechtel, Jr. served as President and CEO of Bechtel Corporation for more than 25 years, during the time when the Company grew to become the nation’s largest engineering and construction company. He currently serves as Chairman Emeritus.

> Eligibility Requirement for the Bechtel Scholarship

1. The Bechtel Engineering and Science Scholarship is awarded for school year 2008/2009
2. Current scholarship recipients must re-apply each year and are limited to a maximum of four (4) awards
3. The scholarship is open only to Members of the Marines’ Memorial Association, Member dependents or Grandchildren of Members
4. To be eligible for a Bechtel Engineering and Science scholarship, applicants must plan to attend an engineering program that is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET-EAC). Please visit the ABET web site at www.abet.org for a listing of qualified engineering programs.
5. The recipient must be majoring in or applying to major in Engineering or one of the Sciences to qualify for this scholarship.
6. The scholarship is opened to graduating High School seniors or current students who are attending a qualified institution of higher education during the school year 2008/2009
7. The scholarship is limited to undergraduate studies at accredited educational/technical institutions.
8. Recipients must register and maintain status as a full-time student.
9. Applications must be completed with all required attachments and mailed to the Marines’ Memorial Association Scholarship Selection Committee with a postmark not later than 2 May 2008.

> Selection Process for the Bechtel Scholarship

The applications will be reviewed by a panel that will nominate a final list of candidates for the scholarship. The final candidates’ applications will then be reviewed by the Association’s scholarship committee for award. The award will be announced 1 July 2008. The scholarship review panel and the selection committee will base their decisions on the:

• Quality, completeness, thoughtfulness, and innovativeness of the responses provided on the application form and essay questions
• Overall G.P.A., specific G.P.A. in Science courses, and for graduating High School students: SAT/ACT scores
• Extracurricular activity involvement
• Letters of Recommendation

> How To Apply for the Bechtel Scholarship

Please print out the Bechtel Engineering and Science Scholarship Instructions and Application Form at
http://www.Marineclub.com/Scholarships/Bechtel/Application.pdf.
Follow the instructions and make sure that all required attachments (e.g. Transcripts, Letters of Recommendation, etc.) are included with the application form. The complete package will become the property of the Marines’ Memorial Association and no cost associated with the application will be reimbursed to the student.

The application package should be postmarked no later than 2 May 2008. Any applications postmarked later will be disqualified. Mail the application package to:

Marines’ Memorial Association
Re: Bechtel Engineering and Science Scholarship Application
Attn: Membership Office
609 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA 94102

If you have any further questions, please send an email to Scholarship@Marineclub.com or you can call us at (415) 673-6672 x293.

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II. SERGEANTS ROSE SCHOLARSHIP - $2,500 (8 Awards)

Sergeants Henry and Jeanne Rose are two Marine Sergeants who left their entire estate to the Marines’ Memorial Association. We have implemented multiple scholarships in their names to honor them for their generous contribution to the organization. These scholarships are administered by the Marines’ Memorial Association and is in the amount of $2,500 per award. Due Date: 2 May 2008

> Eligibility Requirements for the Sergeants Rose Scholarship

1. The Sgt. Henry Holly Rose and Sgt. Jeanne Marie Rose scholarship is awarded for school year 2008/2009
2. Current scholarship recipients must re-apply each year and are limited to a maximum of four (4) awards
3. The scholarship is open only to Members of the Marines’ Memorial Association, Member dependents or Grandchildren of Members
4. The scholarship is opened to graduating High School seniors or current students who are attending an institution of higher education during the school year 2008/2009
5. The scholarship is limited to undergraduate studies at accredited educational/technical institutions.
6. Recipients must register and maintain status as a full-time student.
7. Applications must be completed with all required attachments and mailed to the Marines’ Memorial Association Scholarship Selection Committee with a postmark not later than 15 May 2008.

> Selection Process for the Sergeants Rose Scholarship

The applications will be reviewed by a panel that will nominate a final list of candidates for the scholarship. The final candidates’ applications will then be reviewed by the Association’s scholarship committee for award. The award will be announced 1 July 2008.

The scholarship review panel and the selection committee will base their decisions on the:

• Quality, completeness, thoughtfulness, and innovativeness of the responses provided on the application form and essay questions
• Overall G.P.A. and for graduating High School students: SAT/ACT scores
• Extracurricular activity involvement
• Letters of Recommendation

> How To Apply for the Sergeants Rose Scholarship

Please print out the Sgt. Henry Holly Rose and Sgt. Jeanne Marie Rose Scholarship Instructions and Application Form at http://www.Marineclub.com/Scholarships/SgtRoses/Application.pdf. Follow the instructions and make sure that all required attachments (e.g. Transcripts, Letters of Recommendation, etc.) are included with the application form. The complete package will become the property of the Marines’ Memorial Association and no cost associated with the application will be reimbursed to the student.

The application package should be postmarked no later than 2 May 2008. Any applications postmarked later will be disqualified. Mail the application package to:

Marines’ Memorial Association
Re: Sgt. Henry Holly Rose and Sgt. Jeanne Marie Rose Scholarship
Attn: Membership Office
609 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA 94102

If you have any further questions, please send an email to Scholarship@Marineclub.com or you can call us at (415) 673-6672 x293.


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III. COLONEL RICHARD HALLOCK SCHOLARSHIP - $2,500 (2 Awards)

Our newest scholarship category in honor of Army Colonel Richard Hallock USA (Ret.). Colonel Hallock was very proud of his Marines' Memorial Association membership and his wife, Mrs. Hallock, continues her membership today. These scholarships are administered by the Marines' Memorial Association and is in the amount of $2,500 per award.
Due Date: 2 May 2008

> Eligibility Requirements for the Colonel Hallock Scholarship

1. The Colonel Hallock scholarship is awarded for school year 2008/2009
2. Current scholarship recipients must re-apply each year and are limited to a maximum of four (4) awards
3. The scholarship is open only to Members of the Marines’ Memorial Association, Member dependents or Grandchildren of Members
4. The scholarship is opened to graduating High School seniors or current students who are attending an institution of higher education during the school year 2008/2009
5. The scholarship is limited to undergraduate studies at accredited educational/technical institutions.
6. Recipients must register and maintain status as a full-time student.
7. Applications must be completed with all required attachments and mailed to the Marines’ Memorial Association Scholarship Selection Committee with a postmark not later than 2 May 2008.

> Selection Process for the Colonel Hallock Scholarship

The applications will be reviewed by a panel that will nominate a final list of candidates for the scholarship. The final candidates’ applications will then be reviewed by the Association’s scholarship committee for award. The award will be announced 1 July 2008. The scholarship review panel and the selection committee will base their decisions on the:

• Quality, completeness, thoughtfulness, and innovativeness of the responses provided on the application form and essay questions
• Overall G.P.A. and for graduating High School students: SAT/ACT scores
• Extracurricular activity involvement
• Letters of Recommendation

> How To Apply for the Colonel Hallock Scholarship

Please print out the Colonel Richard Hallock Scholarship Instructions and Application Form at
http://www.marineclub.com/Scholarships/colhallock/Application.pdf.
Follow the instructions and make sure that all required attachments (e.g. Transcripts, Letters of Recommendation, etc.) are included with the application form. The complete package will become the property of the Marines’ Memorial Association and no cost associated with the application will be reimbursed to the student.

The application package should be postmarked no later than 2 May 2008. Any applications postmarked later will be disqualified. Mail the application package to:

Marines’ Memorial Association
Re: Colonel Richard Hallock Scholarship Application
Attn: Membership Office
609 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA 94102

If you have any further questions, please send an email to Scholarship@Marineclub.com or you can call us at (415) 673-6672 x293.

I-III: These scholarships (the Bechtel Engineering and Science, the Sergeants Roses, and the Colonel Hallock Scholarships) are open to eligible Members, their dependents and grandchildren.

• These three scholarship categories are limited to undergraduate studies at accredited educational/technical institutions. Scholarships are not automatically renewable. Current recipients must reapply each year and are limited to a total of four awards. (Find more information under the ELIGIBILITY section under each category).
  
  
• Applications for the Bechtel Engineering and Science Scholarship, the Sergeants Henry and Jeanne Rose Scholarships, and the Colonel Richard Hallock Scholarships for Academic Year 2008-2009 are available online (see HOW TO APPLY section under each category). Completed applications must be postmarked not later than 2 May 2008.

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IV. COLONEL JACK BARNES SCHOLARSHIP - ranging from $1,000-$2,500
(4 Awards)

The Colonel Jack Barnes Scholarship is based on a grant made to the Marines' Memorial Association by Colonel Jack Barnes, former General Manager of the Marines' Memorial Club. The Association transferred this grant to the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation in 2002. As a result, each year, four (4) scholarships are awarded to Marine Members or deserving sons and daughters of MMA members who are U.S. Marines; and to deserving sons and daughters of MMA members who have served as U.S. Navy Corpsmen with the U.S. Marine Corps. The scholarships range from $1000 to $2500, depending on the need of the applicant.

• Barnes scholarships are limited to undergraduate studies at accredited educational/technical intitutions. Scholarships are not automatically renewable. Current scholarship recipients must reapply each year and are limited to a total of four awards. Children of Marines or Corpsmen who are not selected for scholarships sponsored by MMA will automatically considered for general scholarships administered by Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation.

• Applications for the Academic Year 2008-2009 will be available at www.marine-scholars.org/ beginning in January 2008.

> About Colonel Jack Barnes

Colonel Jack Barnes was the General Manager at the Marines’ Memorial Club from 1966 to 1978. Colonel Barnes was quoted as saying, “the Marines’ Memorial Club has been a natural extension of my career in the Marine Corps allowing me to stay in contact with the Corps and to continue working with and serving Marines.” Colonel Barnes not only loved the Marines’ Memorial, but took joy in making the members happy by keeping their club upgraded and well maintained.

Colonel Barnes generously donated back to the Marines’ Memorial forming the Colonel Jack Barnes Scholarship to continue his mission in helping his fellow Marines.

> Eligibility Requirements for the Colonel Jack Barnes Scholarship

1. The Colonel Jack Barnes Scholarship is awarded for school year 2008/2009
2. Current scholarship recipients must re-apply each year and are limited to a maximum of four (4) awards
3. The scholarship is open only to Members of the Marines’ Memorial Association who are United States Marines and their dependents; or to Members of the Marines’ Memorial Association who are United States Navy Corpsmen with the United States Marine Corps and their dependents.
4. The scholarship is opened to graduating High School seniors or current students who are attending an institution of higher education during the school year 2008/2009
5. The scholarship is limited to undergraduate studies at accredited educational/technical institutions.
6. Recipients must register and maintain status as a full-time student.
7. Applications must be completed with all required attachments and mailed to the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation by 1 Mar 2008 for High School students and 15 Apr 2008 for other applicants.

> Selection Process for the Colonel Jack Barnes Scholarship

The selection is managed by the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, Inc. You can find more information by visiting their website at http://www.marine-scholars.org/.

> How To Apply for the Colonel Jack Barnes Scholarship

Applications for the Colonel Jack Barnes Scholarship can be found on the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, Inc. website at http://www.marine-scholars.org/. Follow the instructions and make sure that you package is complete.

The application package should be received by the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, Inc. by 1 Mar 2008 for high school seniors, and 15 Apr 2007 for other applicants. Any applications received later or is incomplete will be disqualified. Mail the application package to:

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, Inc.
P.O. Box 3008
Princeton, NJ 08543-3008

If you have any further questions, please send an email to Scholarship@Marineclub.com or you can call us at (415) 673-6672 x293.

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