Annette Urso Rickel Foundation Teaching Scholarship is now accepting applications.

The Annette Urso Rickel Foundation is dedicated to assisting aspiring teachers in the completion of their college degrees. In order to be eligible for a scholarship, students must:

-Be committed to becoming a teacher (Priority is given to math or science majors.)
-Be entering the first or second year of college
-Be able to demonstrate financial need
-Be a resident of New York State

Scholarship recipients will also be able to demonstrate a history of volunteer and work experience, as well as community/college involvement.

The deadline for applications is Sunday, May 1, 2011.

Visit the Annette Urso Rickel Foundation Website to download the application and/or receive further information.

Students interested in applying may contact Dr. Geoff Hempill at geoffrey.hempill@csi.cuny.edu or 718.982.2301 for assistance with their applications. Further information can also be found in the Career and Scholarship Center in Building 1A, Room 105.