Arizona Parks and Recreation Association

1422 N 44th St., Ste. 211
Phoenix, AZ 85008
Ph: (602)335-1962
Fax: (602)335-1965
E-mail: [email protected]
URL:http://azpra.affiniscape.com

Arizona Parks and Recreation Educational Scholarship Program (Graduate, Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To enhance the professional development of individuals in the field. Focus: Parks and Recreation. Qualif.: Applicants must be full-time undergraduate or graduate students in good standing who are enrolled in a professional degree program in parks and recreation or a related field. Criteria: Recipients are selected based on academic performance.

Funds Avail.: $500. Number Awarded: 4. To Apply: Applicants must submit: completed application form; a professional resume including education and employment history; letter of recommendation from current faculty member; and copy of their most recent transcript. Deadline: August 17. Contact: Vern Biaett at the above address (see entry 1222).

Michael A. Ramnes Professional Scholarships (Professional Development/Scholarship)

Purpose: To enhance the professional development of individuals in the field. Focus: Parks and Recreation. Qualif.: Applicants must be professionals in parks and recreation or a related field; must demonstrate evidence of work in the parks and recreation profession; must attend a professional development meeting, training, school or conference; must have respect of his/her peers. Criteria: Recipients are selected based on demonstrated evidence of work in the parks and recreation profession.

Funds Avail.: $500. To Apply: Applicants must submit a completed application form and write a 500 word statement describing the purpose of the professional development proposal within the context of their goals and achievements. Deadline: August 17. Contact: 602-543-6617.