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Number of Scholarships
Over 200 nationally competitive scholarships are available. Also, several companies, foundations, and other donors in the graphic communication and printing industries may award additional competitive scholarships under the auspices of the PGSF. The individual
donors usually establish eligibility requirements for these scholarships.
Student Eligibility
To be eligible to compete for a scholarship award, the student must be:
1. Interested in a career in graphic communication and/or printing.
2. A high school senior or a high school graduate.
3. Preparing to engage or already engaged in a course of study at a two- or four-year college program.
4. A full-time student. Scholarships are not awarded for part-time study.
5. Able to maintain a 3.0 GPA (B average).
College Eligibility
In general, the scholarship awards are restricted to colleges and universities that offer established two- and four-year programs
leading to an associate or bachelors degree recognized by the graphic communication industry.
IMPORTANT!
All PGSF application materials must be POSTMARKED by the following dates:
MARCH 1 for High School Students
APRIL 1 for College Students
The application must be removed from this booklet and submitted with supporting materials
in an envelope that is at least 912 inches. Do not fold, staple, or damage any of the materials.
1. (FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ONLY) Apply for and take the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) of the College Entrance Examination
Board. (PSAT/NMSQT and ACT scores are also acceptable.) Go to http://www.collegeboard.com/ for more information. Submit a copy
with the PGSF application.
Even if you have already taken these tests, you must submit a photocopy of the test scores.
If the test scores are included on your transcripts, you do not need to submit a separate copy.
2. Fill in the scholarship application ENTIRELY and mail it to the PGSF office postmarked by March 1 (high school) and April 1
(college students) of the current academic year.
3. Provide an official transcript, or a photocopy of an official transcript, of your grades. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. High
school students must submit a copy of their most current high school transcript, while college students must submit a complete copy of
their most current college transcript. A transcript request form is provided in this booklet for your convenience, if considered necessary.
4. Submit the two recommendation forms included in this booklet. A school representative, such as an instructor, counselor, or advisor,
should complete one form. Another school representative or an employer can complete the second form. You must submit at least
two letters of recommendation, but you may submit as many as you feel necessary. It is encouraged that the student submits letters
of recommendation with their application packet; however if the person who completes the form feels it necessary to send in the
recommendation form separately, he or she may do so.
5. You must submit a photocopy of the intended course of study from the college you plan on attending. College catalogs or departmental
brochures usually list the course requirements related to your major. If you are not sure of the college you will be attending when
you send your application to the PGSF office, you must send a course of study for all schools you have applied to and are seriously
considering.
6. All applicants are required to submit a #10 self-addressed stamped envelope with your application. This envelope will be used to notify
you of your final standing in the competition.
7. Mail all information (together if possible) to: Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation
Attn: Bernie Eckert
200 Deer Run Road
Sewickley, PA 15143-2600
Please Note:
Please make every effort to mail all application materials in the same envelope. Due to the high volume of applications received,
items sent separately could be lost and result in an incomplete application. The Scholarship Selection Committee will not
review incomplete applications.
Please DO NOT send portfolios, disks, etc. With the large number of applications received, we are unable to review/return
any materials, other than that which is required. Portfolios, disks, etc. will be removed from the application and therefore
will not be reviewed by the Scholarship Selection Committee.
It is your responsibility to provide all of the items required to complete your application. Only complete applications will
be considered for scholarships from the Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation. Any application that is incomplete
will be discarded.
Selection of Finalists
The Scholarship Selection Committee of PGSF is comprised of college educators and industry leaders experienced in interpreting
test scores, school records, and other pertinent information. The confidential file of every candidate who becomes a semifinalist
in the competition is carefully reviewed.
Scholarship candidates are judged on the basis of their academic records; recommendations offered from instructors, advisors,
and employers; biographical records, which indicate academic honors; extracurricular interests, etc.
Announcement of Winners
In July, a letter will notify scholarship winners. Each scholarship award becomes official when the winner returns a form that
confirms enrollment in an approved college and the students signature verifying acceptance of the scholarship.
Value of Awards
Scholarship awards vary in amount from $1,000 to $5,000 per academic year, in most cases, for up to four years. In addition, all
current recipients are given an honorary membership in the Printing Industries of America for the duration of their studies. Thus,
they receive the same benefits that other Educational Members receive, such as discounts on Printing Industries of America products. PGSF students may post their rsums on printworkers.com for those who are seeking internships, part-time, or full-time
employment.
The Scholarship Selection Committee of PGSF will determine the amount of each scholarship. The amount of the scholarship is
not made public. The award will be paid in a lump sum directly to the college financial aid office, in the students name. The college will be authorized to draw upon the grant for payment of tuition and other fees.
Scholarship Renewal
A scholarship is awarded for up to four years of college (unless otherwise specified) provided the scholarship recipient maintains
a high scholastic average and continues in an approved program of study. The students record is reviewed at the end of each
grading period and, if satisfactory, the award is extended for the following year. Students are required to maintain a cumulative
B (3.0) average. If a students grades fall below this cumulative average, the student will be put on academic probation and the
funds withheld until the grades are raised. If the student does not raise the grades during the same academic year, the student
loses the scholarship and must reapply.
Protracted Illness
Serious protracted illness or injury that would delay a college career would be considered reason for holding an award on reserve.
Time limits and other restrictions are to be set by the Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation. Other leaves of absence will be
considered individually.
Canadian Scholarships
Residents of Canada interested in pursuing further education for careers in graphic communication/printing should contact the
Canadian Printing Industry Association; 151 Rue Slater Street, Suite 1110; Ottawa, ON K1P 5H3.
Scholarship Application
DEADLINE FOR SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION IS MARCH 1 (High School) & APRIL 1 (College)
Please type or print clearly and fill in all boxes that apply.
Burgess
Adam
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Last Name _______________________________
First Name _________________________________
MI ______
3825 E. Millbrook Road
Address ___________________________________________________________________________________
Mt. Pleasant
MI
48858
City _____________________________________________
State ________________
Zip _______________
lamboguy1@gmail.com
Email Address ______________________________________________________________________________
989___ ___) ___
944
5667
Telephone Number (___
___ ___ - ___
___ ___ ___
5694
292___ ___ - ___
96___ - ___
Social Security Number ___
___ ___ ___
11 ___ / ___
10___ / ___
93 ___)
Date of Birth (MM/DD/YY) (___
Year in School
High School: SN
College: F
Sex F M
S
J
SN
If you are applying for a specific or company/organization sponsored scholarship, please list the name of the company/organization
________________________________________________________________________________________
03 ___ / ___
12 ___)
06 ___ / ___
Date (or expected date) of high school graduation (___
08 ___ / ___
27 ___ / ___
12 ___)
Date (or expected date) of entry to college (___
Quarter
Semester
Trimester
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02___ / ___
06 ___ / ___
Anticipated Date of Graduation (College) (___
The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation awards scholarships for undergraduate study based on the merits and qualifications of the applicant. The selection committee will give your complete application careful consideration. Your application is the
main source of information concerning your qualifications. Therefore, be as specific as possible when completing the application.
Stay-at-home Mother
Occupation and Company ________________________________________________________________
Address (if different) ____________________________________________________________________
Yes
No
1. If you are currently a high school senior have you taken the SAT, ACT, or PSAT/NMSQT?
Yes
_____________________________________________
2. Do you or your parents belong to any of the following graphic communication organizations? (Check all that apply).
Printing Industries of America
Craftsmens Club
Other:
GCIU
NAQP
NAPL/R&E
IPMA
NPES
IPA
_______________________________________________________
3. Have you ever received any type of graphic communication or printing training (include jobs, seminars, workshops,
vocational-technical schools, etc.)?
Yes No
If yes, please describe briefly: ___________________________________________________________
Digital Media Class for 2 years in high school
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
4. Do you have a special interest in a particular printing process or area of employment within the
graphic communication industry?
Quick Printing
Sheetfed Offset
Web Offset
Gravure
Screen Printing
Flexography
Journalism
Other: _________________________
Binding
Distribution
Customer Service
Graphic Communication
Sales
RECOMMENDATION FORM
Directions: Please print or type all information and fill in all
blanks. This form must be postmarked by March 1 for high school students and April 1 for college students.
Scholarship Candidate: Please print or type all information in Part I and give to reference with an addressed stamped envelope in the event that this
form shall be sent in separately. Address to: Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation; 200 Deer Run Road; Sewickley, PA 15143-2600.
Reference: This student wishes to be considered for a 2- or 4-year scholarship from the PGSF. These scholarships are awarded to young men and
women who are interested in pursuing a career in the printing, publishing, and packaging industry. This information will be used only for
selection purposes and will be viewed only by the PGSF staff and screening committee. Thank you for taking the time to fill out this form on behalf of
the scholarship candidate. You may include a separate sheet of paper if you have additional comments. If you have any questions or concerns, please
do not hesitate to contact the PGSF office, asking for Bernie Eckert, Program Administrator, at (412) 259-1740.
Adam Burgess
Name: ________________________________________________________________________________
3825 E. Millbrook Road
Address: _______________________________________________________________________________
MI
48858
Mt. Pleasant
City: ___________________________________
State: ______________________
Zip: _______________
989-944-5667
Phone: ________________________________________________________________________________
Students Signature: ________________________________________ Date: (___ ___ / ___ ___ / ___ ___)
Somewhat
Well
Very well
15 years
6 or more years
C. In your opinion, to what degree does the applicant demonstrate a genuine interest in the printing, publishing, and packaging industry?
None
Somewhat
Strong
Very strong
D. As you understand it, what special circumstances have influenced the applicant to seek
a career in the graphic communication industry?
School program in printing
Printing as a hobby
Graphics teacher
Guidance counselor
Graphics club
Other: __________________________
Relatives in industry
Newspaper/yearbook
E. Please illustrate by example how the applicant has demonstrated that he or she is interested in pursuing a degree
and a career in the printing, publishing, and packaging industry.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
F. Identify and explain the candidates major strength. Please illustrate by example.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
G. Identify and explain the candidates exceptional talents such as the arts, mathematics, sciences, etc.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
H. Identify and explain the candidates exceptional talents in graphic communication and/or printing.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
I. Identify and explain the candidates leadership ability. Please illustrate by example.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
J. Please provide any comments regarding the individuals academic or social aspects you deem important
to be considered by the screening committee.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
K. As you understand it, what is the applicants career goal in the graphic communication industry?
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
L. Personal Information:
Name/Position or Title: _____________________________________________________________________
School/Company: _________________________________________________________________________
Address: _______________________________________________________________________________
City: ___________________________________ State: ______________________ Zip: _______________
Phone: ________________________________________________________________________________
Signature: ___________________________________________________ Date: (___ ___ / ___ ___ / ___ ___)
RECOMMENDATION FORM
Directions: Please print or type all information and fill in all
blanks. This form must be postmarked by March 1 for high school students and April 1 for college students.
Scholarship Candidate: Please print or type all information in Part I and give to reference with an addressed stamped envelope in the event that this
form shall be sent in separately. Address to: Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation; 200 Deer Run Road; Sewickley, PA 15143-2600.
Reference: This student wishes to be considered for a 2- or 4-year scholarship from the PGSF. These scholarships are awarded to young men and
women who are interested in pursuing a career in the printing, publishing, and packaging industry. This information will be used only for
selection purposes and will be viewed only by the PGSF staff and screening committee. Thank you for taking the time to fill out this form on behalf of
the scholarship candidate. You may include a separate sheet of paper if you have additional comments. If you have any questions or concerns, please
do not hesitate to contact the PGSF office, asking for Bernie Eckert, Program Administrator, at (412) 259-1740.
Adam Burgess
Name: ________________________________________________________________________________
Address: _______________________________________________________________________________
Mt. Pleasant
48858
MI
City: ___________________________________
State: ______________________
Zip: _______________
989-944-5667
Phone: ________________________________________________________________________________
Students Signature: ________________________________________ Date: (___ ___ / ___ ___ / ___ ___)
Somewhat
Well
Very well
15 years
6 or more years
C. In your opinion, to what degree does the applicant demonstrate a genuine interest in the printing, publishing, and packaging industry?
None
Somewhat
Strong
Very strong
D. As you understand it, what special circumstances have influenced the applicant to seek
a career in the graphic communication industry?
School program in printing
Printing as a hobby
Graphics teacher
Guidance counselor
Graphics club
Other: __________________________
Relatives in industry
Newspaper/yearbook
E. Please illustrate by example how the applicant has demonstrated that he or she is interested in pursuing a degree
and a career in the printing, publishing, and packaging industry.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
F. Identify and explain the candidates major strength. Please illustrate by example.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
G. Identify and explain the candidates exceptional talents such as the arts, mathematics, sciences, etc.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
H. Identify and explain the candidates exceptional talents in graphic communication and/or printing.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
I. Identify and explain the candidates leadership ability. Please illustrate by example.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
J. Please provide any comments regarding the individuals academic or social aspects you deem important
to be considered by the screening committee.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
K. As you understand it, what is the applicants career goal in the graphic communication industry?
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
L. Personal Information:
Name/Position or Title: _____________________________________________________________________
School/Company: _________________________________________________________________________
Address: _______________________________________________________________________________
City: ___________________________________ State: ______________________ Zip: _______________
Phone: ________________________________________________________________________________
Signature: ___________________________________________________ Date: (___ ___ / ___ ___ / ___ ___)
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2. _________________________________________________________________________
6.__________________________________________________________________________
7. _________________________________________________________________________
8. _________________________________________________________________________
9. _________________________________________________________________________
10. ________________________________________________________________________
List any honors, awards, and marks of distinction you have been awarded. Be sure to put the most important and relevant
awards first (relating to graphic communication/printing). Name and describe the award, including the criteria for winning,
and what you accomplished to win. Feel free to attach another sheet of paper.
1. _________________________________________________________________________
2. _________________________________________________________________________
3. _________________________________________________________________________
4. _________________________________________________________________________
5. _________________________________________________________________________
6.__________________________________________________________________________
7. _________________________________________________________________________
8. _________________________________________________________________________
9. _________________________________________________________________________
10. ________________________________________________________________________
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Camp Rotary
Food Service Staff
Position: _____________________________
Employer: _______________________________________
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10
6 / ____)
10 to (____
Dates of employment (month/year): (____
/ ____)
40-50
Duties:_____________________________________________________________Hours/Week:
________
Dishwasher, Cleaning, Garbage
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
Yard Worker
Evelyn Koehler
Position: _____________________________
Employer: _______________________________________
2-4
Duties:_____________________________________________________________Hours/Week: ________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
Position: _____________________________ Employer: _______________________________________
Dates of employment (month/year): (____ / ____) to (____ / ____)
Duties:_____________________________________________________________Hours/Week: ________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
Please be specific and include examples. There is a 25-word minimum. Attach another sheet if necessary.
How does your intended major relate to the printing, publishing, and packaging industries?
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
What is your personal career goal as it relates to the printing, publishing, and packaging industries?
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
I understand that this scholarship is for full-time college (2-year/4-year) studies leading to a career in the printing, publishing, and packaging
industry, which I plan to pursue. I also understand that if I am awarded a fellowship, I must maintain at least a 3.0 or B average during my
academic career and follow all RULES AND REGULATIONS provided at the time of the award. I affirm that the above information that I have
supplied is accurate and true.
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ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Adrian Abt
Heidelberg USA
Utica Insurance
Edginton/Darnell Memorial
Frank E. Simon
Harold W. Gegenheimer/
NPES Industry Service
Webcrafters/Frantschi Foundation
Whattheythink
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ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS
A. E. Giegengack Memorial
H. T. Phipps Memorial
NPES/Regis Delmontagne
Harold W. Gegenheimer/Madeline
Gegenheimer McClure
Henry Schooley
Schawk Incorporated
Imation/3M Corporation
Society of Fellows
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Name: _____________________________________________________________________________
Name of High School/University Attended: ______________________________________________________
Date of Attendance (MM-YY): (___ ___ - ___ ___) to (___ ___ - ___ ___)
Social Security Number: ___ ___ ___ - ___ ___ - ___ ___ ___ ___
Date of Birth (MM/DD/YY): (___ ___ / ___ ___ / ___ ___)
Number of Copies Requested: ______________________________________________________________
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Application Packet