Cochran's Corner

Please share with interested juniors and seniors in your school/district: The University of North Alabama will sponsor an Admitted Student Night at Thompson High School on Tuesday, February 25, 2020. The event will begin at 6pm in the Performing Arts Center and will be followed by a meet and greet with various individuals representing departments at UNA. This event serves as a one-stop opportunity for your fall 2020 enrollment checklist. Students will have a chance to register for SOAR, finalize UNA housing details, and speak to faculty from their area of study.  Juniors who are interested in UNA are also invited to attend to learn more about admission and scholarship opportunities that will be available to them this fall.  To register for this event, please visit  www.una.edu/visit/ For more information, please contact Pam Vickers, THS College & Career Counselor, at  pam.vickers@acsboe.org . 

The Jefferson State Student Ambassador Organization is a prestigious group of individuals that serve as official hosts and hostesses for our college and community. Acceptance into this organization is based on an interview process, completed application, and evaluation from selection committee. Each candidate that submits a completed application will be notified of the status of his or her application, and if he or she is selected for an interview. Students who are chosen as Ambassadors  may  receive a scholarship (includes tuition and fees) for up to TWO academic years (SIX semesters). Application Process DEADLINE for Application is March 1, 2020. Hard Copy Ambassador Application Electronic Ambassador Application Resume Rubric and Checklist Ambassadors will be chosen by a selection committee based on some of the following criteria: application, interview, GPA, leadership skills, interest in student involvement, and future goals. What you need to know before appl...

High School Scholarship Application Information The Birmingham Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated is currently accepting applications for scholarship from graduating high school seniors attending college for the 2020-2021 school year. Applicants should have the following credentials: Graduating high school senior in the Birmingham Metropolitan Area or one of the following counties: Bibb, Blount, Chilton, Jefferson, Shelby, St. Clair and Walker Entering college as a freshman Fall 2020 or Spring 2021 term GPA of at least 2.5 ACT Score of at least 18 Community Service Involvement Communication Skills Leadership Skills   To be considered for scholarship, applicants must provide the following: Complete an application form online Provide (1)  Academic  Letter of Recommendation from a School Official, such as a Teacher, Principal, or Counselor Provide (1)  Community Service  Letter of Recommendation on Agency ...