SCHOLARSHIPS

CRITERIA FOR HAROLD COUSLAND FUND FOR YOUNG JOURNALISTS SCHOLARSHIP:
 Graduating senior from Doña Ana or Luna Counties; enrollment at college with an interest in journalism; demonstrated participation in high school activities, particularly related to writing; reputable grade point average; special talents and community involvement.

CRITERIA FOR HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP:  Minority student graduating from a local area high school; enrollment at New Mexico State University or Doña Ana Branch Community College; financial need, and demonstrated participation in high school and community activities.

CRITERIA FOR SPRINGBOARD! SCHOLARSHIP:  The SpringBoard! Scholarships can be awarded to both traditional and non-traditional* female students entering or enrolled in a community college in southern New Mexico.
* "Non-traditional" is defined as women who are not entering or did not enter college directly from high school.

CRITERIA FOR OVER THE RAINBOW SCHOLARSHIP:  The Over the Rainbow Scholarship can be awarded to a non-traditional* female student attending either New Mexico State University of a southern New Mexico community college.
* "Non-traditional" is defined as women who are not entering or did not enter college directly from high school.

CRITERIA FOR THE KEVIN T. RIEDEL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP:  One or more awards will be made annually.  Eligible applicants will meet the following criteria: (1) Active membership in the Las Cruces Soccer Referee Association.  (2) A graduating high school senior or current good standing enrollment in a higher education institution including professional and trade schools.  (3) Continued development and activity in soccer officiating or soccer community volunteerism.

CRITERIA FOR THE ZACHARY EILAND LANSFORD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP:
Graduating senior from Sierra, Otero or Union Counties; enrollment at an institution for higher learning with a degree plan to become a Registered Nurse; reputable grade point average and financial need.