Professional Scholarship
Greater Madison Area Society for Human Resource Management
Professional Scholarship Program
The Greater Madison Area Society for Human Resource Management (GMA SHRM) has established a professional scholarship program encouraging continuing education in the human resources field.
Application Window
The scholarship program opens January 11th, 2010 and all applications must be postmarked by March 30 th, 2010 to be considered.
Click here to download application.
Awards
One $1,000 non-renewable scholarship will be awarded to a GMA SHRM member to support their professional development.
Examples of covered eligible programs include:
- Attendance at a National/State SHRM conference
- Post-secondary degree in business or human resources related discipline
- Support of certification or re-certification (PHR, SPHR, GPHR, CCP, CEBS, etc.)
- Certificate programs in business or human resources related discipline
Eligibility
Eligible applicants for the GMA SHRM Professional Scholarship Program must meet the following criteria:
- GMA SHRM Member
- Currently working in an HR related field
- Current GMA SHRM Board Members or current Professional Scholarship Committee Members are not eligible
Professionals who receive 80-100% tuition reimbursement from their employer are not eligible for tuition reimbursement under this award.
Scholarship Provisions
Scholarship recipients will be selected by the Professional Scholarship Committee based on demonstration of leadership qualities and interest in the human resources field, GMA SHRM participation, and a dedication to the advancement of the HR field.
To be considered for a scholarship, applicants must provide the following information:
- Brief one page purpose statement explaining how continuing education or professional certification will enhance your HR career
- Current resume
- Completed scholarship application
Application and materials materials should be sent to:
Greater Madison Area SHRM, Inc.
ATTN: Professional Scholarship Committee
2830 Agriculture Dr .
Madison , WI 53718
All applicants will be notified of the results by April 16 th, 2010. Scholarship payments will be made on a reimbursement basis, pending a one-time submission of receipts for course work or program activity. Recipients must use monetary contributions within one year of receipt.
Additional Information
Questions regarding the scholarship program should be directed to Kris Schmitt at kschmitt@belllabs.com.
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