ALAS Student Ambassador Scholarship

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ALAS Student Ambassador Scholarship

This scholarship was established in 2022 by the Governors State University Foundation, the Association of Latin American Students (ALAS) executive board, and the organization’s co-advisors to empower future generations of student leaders. The scholarship also honors Melinda Arce-Gudino, whose leadership and commitment as a co-advisor during that time were instrumental in launching this initiative. Its goal is to ensure a sustainable pipeline of leaders who will continue championing the mission of ALAS at Governors State University.

ALAS Mission:

"The Association of Latin American Students (ALAS) is a student club dedicated to creating a welcoming and nurturing environment for Latinx students and allies interested in learning more about Latin cultures. Our club strives to build an inclusive community among our student population, creating leadership and professional development opportunities. We also aim to provide mentorship and increase knowledge of Latin cultures within the GovState community."

Support the ALAS Student Ambassador Scholarship with your donation today!

Eligibility:
  • Must be a member of the ALAS student group within Jaguar Connections & GroupMe;
  • Must commit to participate as an ALAS student ambassador for the upcoming semester (attend a minimum of 3 board meetings & 2 events) or have previously served on the ALAS executive board;
  • Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5;
Documents Required:
  1. Must complete all three essay questions below answering each with a minimum of 150 words:
  2. How has ALAS impacted you during your time at GovState (please provide specific examples of your experiences within the events and relationships developed among members.
  3. If you had to come up with an ALAS event for the entire GovState community, what would it be? (provide title of the event, description of event activities and event outcomes)
  4. What can ALAS do to better serve students at GovState? (provide specific examples and solutions)

Note: Award amounts may vary based on funding and availability.

Donation Questions:

Email us at engage@govst.edu or Call us at +1.708.235.7510

Student Applicants:

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