LTA Scholarship Application
LTA Scholarship Application
LTA Scholarship Application
The Universal Student Scholarship is being offered to all Loyola Undergraduate students for the 2010-2011 school year by
Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Incorporated Delta Nu Chapter at Loyola University Chicago.
This scholarship is for a student who is succeeding academically as well as serving the community, and who has taken the
initiative in leading their community, organization, classmates or co-workers. It is open to all undergraduates of any race, gender,
age, sexual orientation, religion or cultural beliefs.
The mission of Lambda Theta Alpha includes promoting cultural diversity, empowering the student body, political activism and
community service as well as academic prowess. We are looking for a well rounded student whom exemplifies these qualities.
The requirements for all applicants include a minimum of a 2.5 GPA and enrollment at Loyola University Chicago. The
application is to be turned in along with an essay, 2 letters of recommendation from a professor, or other professional, (sealed
and signed on seal) and an official transcript. The essay should answer the following questions and should not exceed 3 pages:
1) Why do you believe you deserve this scholarship according to the mission of LTA and the guidelines of what we are looking
for listed above?
2) How have you demonstrated leadership in your community, work place, school or any extracurricular activities?
3) How have you helped serve your community within the past 3 years?
The application packet should be turned in to the Student Activities and Greek Affairs office -LTA mailbox in CFSU LL mailbox
#90. They may also be mailed in to 1125 W. Loyola Ave mailbox #90 Chicago, IL 60626. It must all be in a Legal Size envelope
and turned in by March 4, 2011 at 5:00pm. Any late or incomplete packets will not be considered.
The scholarship award will be awarded in the form of an eFollett gift card to go towards book and supply costs in the amount of
$500.00. (Any special requests of award distribution may be communicated by contacting us)
The scholarship winner will be presented with their award at the Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. Delta Nu Chapter's
Founder's Week Banquet dinner on Saturday April 2, 2011.
Section I.
First Time Freshman _____ Continuing Freshman _____ sophomore _____ junior ____ senior _____
Transfer Student _____
3. When do you expect to graduate from Loyola University? ______________ (e.g., Spring 2012)
I understand that by signing this statement, I have read and understand the scholarship application and essay
directions. I understand that my completed application and essay may be released to applicable donors and that my
application and essay information may be used for external and internal communication purposes. I further understand
that members of the Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. scholarship committee may review information related
to my enrollment, academic records, within the past twelve months, and any other appropriate university records in
the course of their review of my scholarship application.
__________________________________________________ __________________________
Your Signature Date
Section II.
8. A. The following items must be attached to this application in order for the application to qualify to be
reviewed by the scholarship committee.
B. Your application will not be considered if these items are not attached to this application. (No exceptions.)
C. Circle “YES” or “NO” to be sure you have attached each item as required.
YES NO Most recent official college transcript. Photocopies of your transcript are not acceptable.
YES NO One 3 page essay answering the 3 questions mentioned on Cover Page of application.
STATEMENT OF ACCURACY
I hereby affirm that all the above stated information provided by me is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I
also consent that my picture may be taken and used for any purpose deemed necessary to promote Loyola University
Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. Delta Nu Chapter Scholarship.
I hereby understand that if chosen as a scholarship winner, according to Loyola University Lambda Theta Alpha Latin
Sorority, Inc. Delta Nu Chapter Scholarship policy, I must be present at Delta Nu Chapter’s “Burgundy and Grey
Soiree” on Saturday, April 2, 2011 to receive my scholarship award.
REMEMBER
The deadline for this application to be received by the Chapter is March 4, 2011 at 5:00 p.m. No exceptions!