2014 Michael Weiner Scholarship for Labor Studies

The "Michael Weiner Scholarship for Labor Studies," seeks to recognize and support the efforts of graduate and/or law students dedicated to improving  the lives of workers, by awarding up to five $10,000 scholarships annually.

To be eligible for an award, individuals must be Graduate or Law Students enrolled in an accredited educational institution in the United States or Canada and must have a demonstrated interest in, and wish to make a career out of, working in the labor movement and on behalf of workers’ rights.
To receive an award, eligible candidates must meet a combination of criteria identified below

• A strong academic record
• Demonstrated commitment to the labor movement
• A strong recommendation from an academic or a labor/workers’ rights practitioner
• Good written and oral communication skills

Preference will be given to those who can demonstrate financial need through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) scores or otherwise.

Deadline is Monday, November 10, 2014.

For more information, visit http://playerstrust.org/programs/michael-weiner-scholarship-labor-studies/