Women in Transportation Society (WTS) fosters the development of women and girls in the transportation field by encouraging bright new professionals and students to undertake careers in the area of transportation. One way it does this is by awarding the WTS Transportation YOU High School Scholarship to girls pursuing high school studies in science, technology, engineering and math. Transportation YOU is a hands-on, interactive mentoring program that offers young girls ages 13-18 an introduction to a wide variety of transportation careers.
Through the Transportation YOU program and this scholarship, WTS chapters work to make a difference in the lives of young girls by offering opportunities and activities that will spark their interest in all modes of transportation and encourage them to take courses in math, science and technology, which are the stepping stones to exciting careers that can change the face of the transportation industry.
The WTS Transportation YOU High School Scholarship is $1,000. The minimum criteria for selection are:
a. Applicant must be a high school senior.
b. GPA of 3.0 or higher.
c. Currently studying math, science, and technology.
d. Considering a college degree in a transportation-related field
Applications must be submitted through local WTS chapters (address listed below) as typed Word documents. Scholarships are competitive and based on the applicant's specific transportation goals, academic record, and transportation-related activities or job skills. National awards will be presented during the WTS Annual Conference on May 18, 2017, and attendance at the awards dinner is strongly recommended. Local chapters may have additional requirements, such as personal interviews or higher GPA. Please contact your local WTS chapter at the address listed on the application for specifics.
For a copy of the application, contact:
Shelley Bogue, EIT
Transportation Engineer
757-321-1228
shelley.bogue@aecom.com
Deadline for submission: November 9, 2016
WTS Hampton Roads Chapter Address:
Attn: Shelley Bogue
AECOM
277 Bendix Road, Suite 500
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
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