An important goal of the Collegiate Inventors Competition is to stimulate public interest in technologies and innovation being developed for the common good. As a result, in 2010 Invent Now produced the first annual Collegiate Science Journalist Competition (CJSC) which was designed to recognize the importance of science and technology journalism and to honor exceptional
Federal Student Aid, an office of the U.S. Department of Education, ensures that all eligible individuals can benefit from federally funded financial assistance for education beyond high school. The U.S. Department of Education consistently champion the promise of postsecondary education to all Americans —and its value to our society. Federal Student Aid plays a central
The Holocaust Remembrance Project is a national essay contest for high school students designed to encourage and promote the study of the Holocaust. The Holland & Knight Charitable Foundation recognizes the moral imperative of teaching young people about this watershed event, and is honored to provide the resources for the operation of this project. First-place
“In order to thrive, we need to be healthy, have a good education and be part of a strong and supportive community and culture.” For 89 years, AAIA has been working to promote these goals and to provide the critical elements that Native American Indian children and families need to live happy, healthy and productive
AIHEC is the collective spirit and unifying voice of our nation’s Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs). AIHEC provides leadership and influences public policy on American Indian higher education issues through advocacy, research, and program initiatives; promotes and strengthens Indigenous languages, cultures, communities, and tribal nations; and through its unique position, serves member institutions and emerging
The mission of the National Indian Education Association is to support traditional Native cultures and values, to enable Native learners to become contributing members of their communities, to promote Native control of educational institutions and to improve educational opportunities and resources for American Indians, Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiians throughout the United States. NIEA Student
Nationalservice.org offers information on obtaining educational grants and scholorships. Visit Site
The Young Native Writers Essay Contest is a writing contest for Native American high school students and is designed to encourage young Native Americans to think about the critical issues impacting their tribal communities today. The voices that emerge from this program honor the legacy of every Native American who has ever lived. Add your
The National Collegiate Athletic Association is a membership-driven organization dedicated to safeguarding the well-being of student-athletes and equipping them with the skills to succeed on the playing field, in the classroom and throughout life. Visit Site
The American Indian College Fund transforms Indian higher education by funding and creating awareness of the unique, community-based accredited Tribal Colleges and Universities, offering students access to knowledge, skills, and cultural values which enhance their communities and the country as a whole. The Fund disburses approximately 6,000 scholarships annually for American Indian students seeking to