UMANT 2010
(Urban Management Assistants of North Texas)
William J. Pitstick Scholarship Application
The UMANT Scholarship Program was established in October 1995. Its purpose is to provide support for deserving, academically promising students enrolled in graduate programs at universities in the North Central Texas area; specifically those seeking degrees in public administration, urban affairs, or a closely related field. In 2001, UMANT chose to honor William J. Pitstick by naming the scholarship for him to recognize his years of public management service in Texas and for his unwavering support of the organization and its members.
AWARD - The award, in the amount of $2,000, is to be used for tuition, fees, and books for the recipient and is not renewable. The UMANT Treasurer will distribute the award to the appropriate university for disbursement through its scholarship accounting system. Additionally, the recipient will be given a $500 stipend to attend the 2010 TCMA Annual Conference on June 25-27 in Galveston.
ELIGIBILITY - Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the scholarship:
• Cumulative 3.0 (undergraduate) or 3.25 (graduate) GPA for the most recently completed semester
• Admitted to/enrolled in a graduate school, college, or university in the North Central Texas region
• Current member of UMANT
FACTORS IN SELECTION - Demonstrated academic achievement and evidence of a high degree of motivation toward a career in local government will be the primary selection criteria. The student’s potential as evidenced by transcript and personal statement will also be evaluated. Additionally, UMANT involvement will be favorably considered in selection.
APPLICATION – Please send all questions regarding the William J. Pitstick Scholarship to scholarship@umant.com
The Application deadline is Friday, April 23, 2010.
The winner will be announced in early May, and will be expected to attend the October 15, 2010
UMANT Golf Tournament luncheon to receive recognition.