| GLENN JACKSON SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM |
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| PROGRAM INFORMATION |
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The Glenn Jackson Scholarship was established in 1986 for the dependents of employees and retirees of the Oregon Department of Transportation and the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. College-bound high school seniors may apply for the scholarship. Contributions to the fund have been made by employees of both departments, as well as family, friends, and business associates of the late Glenn Jackson. No state money goes into the scholarship fund.
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| AWARD PROCESS |
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ELIGIBILITY
College-bound high school seniors, who are dependents of current, regular status Oregon Department of Transportation or State Parks and Recreation employees or retirees, may apply for a Glenn Jackson Scholarship. Scholarships are awarded annually to sons and daughters of employees who have been at their Departments for at least three years. Applicants must be eligible for enrollment as full-time undergraduate students at any accredited two- or four-year college. Jackson Scholars receive $2500 annually for four years and are subject to an annual performance review by the Oregon Student Assistance Commission.
ELIGIBLE INSTITUTIONS
Eligible institutions include any two- or four-year, public or private, non-profit postsecondary institution that is eligible to participate in the federal Title IV student financial aid programs.
TERMS OF ELIGIBILITY
Awards will be made on an annual basis. Awards may be received for a maximum of twelve quarters or their equivalent; however, awards at a two-year institution are renewable for no more than six quarters (or equivalent).
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested persons may apply by submitting an Oregon Student Assistance Commission Application postmarked no later than March 1. Applications are available by the first of each calendar year at local high schools, through the Oregon Student Assistance Commission web site, at Oregon college financial aid offices, and by calling (503) 986-3281.
SELECTION
The Oregon Student Assistance Commission verifies applicant eligibility and evaluates applicants based on their academic record, leadership qualities, community and school activities, and financial need. The Commission provides a final list of the top-ranked applicants to the Jackson Scholar Coordinator for final award.
AMOUNT OF AWARD
Each Glenn Jackson Scholar attending a four-year postsecondary institution shall receive a maximum of $2,500 per academic year. Each Glenn Jackson Scholar attending a two-year postsecondary institution shall receive a maximum of $1,250 per academic year.
AWARD NOTIFICATION
The Oregon Student Assistance Commission shall send to the recipients a notice of award specifying the terms of the award. Recipients shall sign and return one copy of the award notice, acknowledging the terms and certifying that the funds will be used only for educational expenses.
DISBURSEMENTS
Checks payable to the recipients will be sent to the financial aid office of the college or university of attendance in equal disbursements for each academic term or semester. The institution will pay recipients upon verification of full-time enrollment and satisfactory academic progress (as determined by the institution).
REFUNDS
Refunds resulting from a student’s failure to complete a full study period shall be returned to the Oregon Community Foundation Jackson Scholars Fund. Monies available from refunded disbursements shall be used only for future awards and administrative expenses.
CREDIT HOUR REQUIREMENTS
Awardees shall make satisfactory academic progress, according to institutional policies for students receiving federal Title IV aid, in order to receive disbursements throughout the year or to be considered for renewal or reinstatement.
REINSTATEMENT
Former awardees who voluntarily withdraw or who fail to maintain satisfactory academic progress according to institutional standards may be considered for reinstatement. Former awardees should provide Oregon Student Assistant Commission with a completed private award application designating the Glenn Jackson Fund Program, a transcript of all college work to date, and current financial information, as indicated by the completion of a federally approved need analysis form (see Application Procedure for details).
RENEWAL PROCESS
Each renewal candidate must complete a private award renewal application designating the Glenn Jackson Scholars Fund Program and file a federally approved need analysis form as soon as January 1 as possible. Awards at a 4-year institution may be renewed for up to twelve quarters (or their equivalent) by meeting the following requirements: a) maintenance of satisfactory academic progress according to institutional policies for students receiving federal Title IV aid; and b) continued evidence of financial need.
The Oregon Student Assistance Commission will send notification of renewal awards. If the first two years of the scholarship were issued at a two-year postsecondary institution, the scholarship may be continued for two more years at a four-year postsecondary institution.
SEASONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Oregon Department of Transportation offers seasonal job opportunities, when available, to Glenn Jackson Scholars who want to work for the Department. Students can gain a working knowledge of the Department and learn firsthand the challenges and rewards of service to the citizens of Oregon.
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| PAYROLL DEDUCTION DRIVE |
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What is the status of the fund?
Our goal is to continue to increase the fund balance and ensure the program remains financially secure. Current funds ($393,550) will provide for one scholarship award each year. This is a departure from the past when two scholarships were awarded each year. So, your contributions are instrumental in providing more scholarships for our graduating dependents!
How can you help?
You can help by participating in payroll deduction (for as little as $2/month) or by making a one-time donation. Simply complete the form below, fold and mail (the address is on the back). Send one-time donations to the same address (make checks payable to the GLENN JACKSON SCHOLARSHIP FUND).
This is a great way to help our leaders of tomorrow get the education they need to be successful.
DONATION FORM -- fillable PDF file
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| CONTACT US |
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For more information about the Glenn Jackson Scholarship program, call or write:
ODOT Business Services Section
355 Capitol Street NE, Room 22
Salem, OR 97301-3871
Phone: (503) 986-3281
Fax: (503) 986-4025
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