Scholarship

Christie Leszczynski of Webster Thomas is awarded YWPA May 16 2006

Zonta International sponsors the three different scholarship opportunities noted below. At the current time, Zonta Club of Rochester awards only the Young Woman In Public Affairs scholarship locally. Plans are to expand to include the Jane Klausman Women In Business Scholarship in 2006. Once a candidate wins at the local level, she is eligible to win at the district level and then go on to win at the International level.

Amelia Earhart Fellowships

This program provides funds to women for graduate study in aerospace-related science and aerospace-related engineering. Established in 1938 after Amelia Earhart, a Zontian, was lost during her attempt to fly around the world, the program has awarded more than $5 million for 1,017 fellowships to women from 56 countries.

Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarships

The goal of the Jane M. Klausman Women in business Scholarship Program is to encourage and support women preparing for careers and leadership positions in business-related fields. Since 1998, 102 scholarships have been provided to women in 23 countries.

Young Women in Public Affairs Award

This award recognizes young women in secondary or pre-university schools who demonstrate a commitment to leadership in public policy, government, and volunteer organizations. Since its inception in 1990, 306 awards have been made to young women in 35 countries. Applications are available October 2005. Scholarships are awarded in the spring. Please contact scholarship@zontarochester.org for more information. Remember to provide your full name, address, and current school in the email.