ANDERSON-HINES SCHOLARSHIP

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The Anderson-Hines Scholarship assists in matriculation to college and achievement in an
academic area. Sponsored by the Austin Kappa Educational and Leadership Foundation, Inc.
(AKELF) and the Austin Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., this scholarship
is an annual award given to male student(s) in the Central Texas Area. The
Anderson-Hines Scholarship is named for Marcellus Jack Anderson and Emory Wellington
Hines, two charter members of the Austin Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

1. The Complete Application Packet must be received by Friday, June 4, 2021. (No exceptions)
2. The application must be accompanied by the following:
   1. Current official transcript (unofficial can be uploaded but official will still be required).
   2. Two letters of recommendation:
      1. Letters of recommendation should demonstrate the following:
         1. Academic prowess
         2. Purpose and goals; sense of direction
         3. Honesty and integrity
         4. Ability to have convictions and abide by them
         5. Initiative, industry, perseverance, and determination
         6. Cheerfulness, sense of humor, and optimism
      2. Letters of recommendation should be from the following:
         1. School personnel (i.e., teacher, administrator, counselor, etc.)
         2. Minister, and or, member of the clergy
         3. Employer or other person not related to you who can give an
            unbiased opinion of your qualities
   c. An essay that answers the questions: “Why is receiving a college education
   important to you, and what do you plan to do with the education you receive?” Essay, should be:
   1. Typed
   2. Double spaced; and
   3. At least 500 words
3. Complete all requested information on the application and submit online or return to the following address:
   Austin Kappa Education & Leadership Foundation ℅ , Scholarship Chairman
   2121 Lohman's Crossing Rd. Suite 504, Box 170
   Austin, TX 78734
4. If applicant is selected as a recipient, the student will be required to attend the required to attend a special recognition event. Additional details will be provided upon awardee selection..

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NOTE: Applicants may be required to meet for an interview prior to final selection with the Austin
Kappa Educational and Leadership Foundation, Inc.(AKELF) and the Austin Alumni Chapter of
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Anderson-Hines Scholarship Committee to review your
application and essay. This year each award recipient will be notified by Friday, June 25, 2021.​

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