CARDINAL RITTER HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR BULLETIN January 2011

Seniors,
CARDINAL RITTER HIGH SCHOOL
SENIOR BULLETIN
January 2011
Happy January! It is hard to believe that it is already the last semester of your high school
career. Now that most of your college applications are in, it is now time to begin (or continue) the
next chapter of your college planning process. Here are a few tips to help you along.
1. Remember to fill out the FAFSA at www.fafsa.ed.gov by March 1. This is a free service. The
FAFSA will determine how much money you are eligible for during your first year of college.
Money can come in three forms: grants, scholarships, and work study. The FAFSA may influence
your decision on which college you will attend. You will learn how much you qualify for in mid-
April.
Some sites claim that you must pay to fill out the FAFSA...THIS IS NOT TRUE! Make sure to
visit the government website.
If you or your parents would like additional help in filling out the FAFSA, plan to attend the
FAFSA workshop at Cardinal Ritter on Tuesday, February 15 from 12 until 7 in the library. Dave
Murray and Associates will be here to assist you. Please plan to attend this helpful workshop.
2. There are many new scholarships listed in this bulletin. Highlight those you qualify for and are
most interested in. Pay attention to due dates. Make sure to ask for letters of recommendation well
in advance. Most importantly, work smarter, not harder! Refer to your senior essay and other
written pieces that you can incorporate in these applications, altering them to fit the specific topic.
Come see Mrs. Lettich or myself with questions you may have about scholarships.
3. Continue to bring in your college acceptances and scholarship offers! Mrs. Lettich and I love
sharing your great news in this bulletin! Please see us with any questions you may have.
Mrs. Thomas :)
COLLEGE ACCEPTANCES 2011
Austin Aynes University of Indianapolis
Alyssa Barnes Saint Louis University, Xavier University, Purdue University
Brandi Bennett University of Indianapolis, IUPUI
Rachel Bibbs Indiana State University
Rayanna Bibbs Anderson University, Indiana State University
Maddie Burger University of Southern Indiana, Hanover College, Ball State
University, IUPUI
Tyler Carter IUPUI, Indiana State University
Emily Carty Anderson University, IUPUI

Ellie Challman Vincennes University
Peter Conerty Marymount University, Valparaiso University, Loyola University,
Calvin College, Saint Joseph’s College, DePaul University
Lindsey Dever Marian University, University of Indianapolis, Valparaiso University,
Ball State University, Saint Louis University
Nicholas Dininger Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, Purdue University
Corine Duncan Indiana State University
Amber Ferrari University of Indianapolis, Marian University, Butler University, Franklin College
Sam Fesenmeier Hanover College, Indiana University, Xavier University, DePaul University,
Miami University
Steven Frankowski Manchester College, Drake University, Ferris State University
Kenneth George Saint Joseph’s College, Edgewood College, Franklin College, Trine
University, Manchester College
Peter Gillaspy Indiana State University, College of Mount St. Joseph, University of Southern
Indiana, Indiana University
Rigoberto Hernandez Indiana University
Prince Holmes Tennessee State University, Tuskegee University, University of
Indianapolis
Ronald Johnson Indiana State University, Saint Joseph’s College, Manchester
College, Huntington University, Brescia University,
University of Indianapolis
Alexander Legge IUPUI
Mitchell Lees Manchester College, Butler University
Melissa Lynch Marian University, Indiana State University, University of Indianapolis,
Franklin College, Ball State University, Anderson University
Vanessa Lynn Bellarmine University, Manchester College, Anderson University, SC,
University of Evansville
Robert Mactaggart Manchester College
Emily Metallic Indiana University
Ashley Michael Ancilla College, Indiana State University
Margaret Murphy Indiana University, Arizona State University, DePaul University
Rebecca Nickels IUPUI
Kelsey O’Connor Valparaiso University
Hannah Orbik IUPUI, Indiana State University, Purdue University, IUPUI
Lyle Peacock Indiana University
JoAnna Petty Marian University, University of Saint Francis, Ball State University
Tyler Pitts St. Mary’s College, IUPUI
Justine Predan Aurora University, Ohio Northern University
Theresa Randall Indiana State University
Taylor Rogers Marian University, University of Indianapolis
Emily Salmon Indiana State University
Andrew Scanlon Marian University, Ball State University
Daniel Sweeney Purdue University, University of Nebraska Lincoln, Wabash College
Hillary Shaffer Xavier University, Ball State University
Blake Steinacker University of Indianapolis

James Stuper Missouri University of Science and Technology, Rose-Hulman
Institute of Technology, University of Dayton
Brandon Sturgeon Xavier University, Hanover College, Indiana University, Ball State
University
Lalah Thomas Anderson University, Marian University, Xavier University
Eric Toepp University of Saint Francis
Elizabeth Watts Indiana Tech, Tiffin University, Ivy Tech
COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS 2011
Alyssa Barnes Saint Louis University Deas’ Scholarship $ 48,000
Xavier University Presidential Scholarship $ 56,000
Peter Conerty Marymount University Presidential Scholarship $ 56,000
Marymount Univesity Catholic H. S. Scholarship $ 8,000
Lindsey Dever Valparaiso University $ 32,000
St. Louis University $ 12,000
Amber Ferrari University of Indianapolis $ 30,000
Franklin College $ 44,000
Samuel Fesenmier DePauw University $ 11,000
Hanover College $ 36,000
Xavier University $ 56,000
Steven Frankowski Manchester College Dean’s Scholarship $ 50,000
Ferris State University Great Lakes Scholarship $ 19,860
Kenneth George Franklin College Scholarship $ 24,000
Manchester College Achievement Scholarship $ 12,000
Trine University Discovery Scholarship $ 20,000
Peter Gillaspy Indiana State University Laptop Award
Indiana State University Academic Merit Award
DePaul University $ 42,000
College of Mount St. Joseph $ 40,000
Prince Holmes University of Indianapolis Horizon Award $ 20,000
Ronald Johnson Manchester College Achievement Scholarship $ 12,000
Saint Joseph’s Puma Opportunity Award $ 36,000
Mitchell Lees Manchester College Presidential Scholarship $ 56,000
Melissa Lynch Indiana State University ISU Laptop Award
Indiana State University $ 2,000
Franklin College $ 32,000
University of Indianapolis $ 30,000
Vanessa Lynn Manchester College Director’s Scholarship $ 32,000
Bellarmine University Monsignor Treece Scholarship $ 28,000
Bellarmine University Tuition Award $ 33,200
Bellarmine University Residence Hall Award $ 6,000
University of Evansville Aces Award $ 20,000
Robert Mactaggart Manchester College $ 12,000
Emily Metallic Indiana University Excellence Scholarship $ 36,000
Margaret Murphy Indiana University Prestige Scholarship $ 16,000

Depaul University $ 50,000
Arizona State University $ 52,000
Kelsey O’Connor Valparaiso University Presidential Scholarship $ 48,000
JoAnna Petty University of St. Francis Franciscan Fellowship Award $ 24,000
Justine Predan Aurora University Board of Trustees Scholarship $ 40,000
Theresa Randall Indiana State University Laptop Award
Indiana State University Academic Distinction Award
Hillary Shaffer Ball State University Presidential Scholarship $ 15,000
Xavier University Presidential Scholarship $ 56,000
James Stuper Missouri University of Science and Technology
Alumni Scholarship $ 8,000
University of Dayton Trustee’s Merit Scholarship $ 60,000
Brandon Sturgeon Xavier University Dean’s Award $ 52,000
Daniel Sweeney Wabash College $ 12,500
Eric Toepp University of Saint Francis Dean’s Scholarship $ 20,000
Elizabeth Watts Indiana Tech Commitment Award $ 10,000
Tiffin University Scholarship $ 12,000
Way to go Raiders!!!
SCHOLARSHIPS
Total: $ 1, 130, 560
Carolyn Cain Scholarship
The purpose of the scholarship is to assist graduating high school seniors in obtaining a college
education and to promote Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. This scholarship targets under-represented
female minority students (e.g. African-Americans, Latinos, and Native Americans) who are currently
high school seniors in the Indianapolis Metropolitan area.
If you have any questions, please contact the Scholarship Committee Chair by mail at
iotazeta1920@yahoo.com (please put Scholarship and your name in the subject line) or by phone at
317-417-6957.
The application deadline is April 1, 2011.
Ball State University Ingelhart Scholars Program
Your future in journalism begins now.
In the aggressive and competitive news media industry, aspiring journalists need every advantage
possible to stand out as distinguished job candidates. No longer does a college degree separate
applicants from the pack. The Ingelhart Scholars program at Ball State University provides just what
students need to gain a competitive edge in the field.
Visit www.ingelhartscholars.com for more information.
All application materials must be received by Feb. 01 2011 to be considered.
Vincennes University Foundation Scholarship Opportunities

Dorothy Walters - $8,000 per year for education majors (Up to 4 years)
Children of the Alumni - $1,000 per year for any major (Up to 4 years)
Please see our web site for the above applications and the general scholarship application for all
others awards: www.vinu.edu/foundation
Dates to remember:
February 01 -Dorothy Walters & Children of Alumni applications due.
March 10 – FAFSA due. Questions: Call Financial Aid @ 812-888-4304
Call toll free: 1-877-300-6992
Or email: vuscholarships@vinu.edu
Nancy Jaynes Memorial Scholarship Award
Application Download Information
1. Visit our website at www.breastcancerplate.org
2. Click on the Scholarship tab.
3. Follow the link to download the complete application.
Application Deadline is February 11, 2011.
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications and Recommendation Forms must
be postmarked no later than February 11, 2011.
Faxed applications will not be accepted.
AXA Achievement Community Scholarship
Download an application for a $2,000 college scholarship at:
www.axa-achievement.com apply by February 15, 2011
Eastern Illinois University
Beginning in the Fall 2011, incoming students from our five neighboring states- Indiana, Iowa,
Kentucky, Missouri and Wisconsin- will pay the same tuition as our in-state students. That savings of
about 40 percent – a discount of more than $15,000 a year!
Students can compete for our new Integrative Learning Scholarship, value at $3,000. Applications
are available online at www.eiu.edu/admissions/ils.php.
To admission information, scheduled a visit go to www.eiu.edu
NYU High School Programs
Summer 2011 ■ July 5- August 12 ■ Scholarship deadline: April 1
For more information about NYU Precollege and other summer high school programs, visit
www.nyu.edu/info/precollege/info
National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences

The lower Great Lakes Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, (the
Emmy Awards people), will be awarding two (2) $2000 scholarships to graduating high school
seniors.
Only high school seniors who plan to attend a four-year college and intend to pursue a career in
television or television related fields are eligible to apply. Students will fill out an online application
which is available at our website: nataslgl.org. Once you’ve entered the website, mouse over the
“Students” tab at the top right of the page, and then select “Scholarships: from the drop down menu.
You may then fill out the online application. Online applications must be completed by February
15, 2011.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the chapter office at 440-526-3669 or email at
cockley@uakron.edu
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February 20, 2011- 2pm. Local time
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Text “CASH4COLLEGE” to 41411
Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program
Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to be able to continue with our
scholarship program for the 4 th year.
We will be awarding up to $1,000 to the winner(s) each year.
Scholarship Deadline - June 18, 2011
Application Process
Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of our web
site: http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm
Full details are available on our site.
MaxPreps Citizen Athlete
Earn a $2,500 scholarship!
Take a few moments to nominate your favorite high school athlete to be honored as a Citizen
Athlete!
Entries must be submitted before March 17, 2011.
You may submit as many entries as you like.
www.MaxPreps.com/CitizenAthlete
Complete details and official rules are posted online at the address above. Winners will be posted on
April 12, 2011. You may also contact us directly at coachsupport@maxpreps.com or 800-329-7324
x1.

Indianapolis Chapter
The Student Affairs Committee of the American Society for Materials (ASM)
Indianapolis Chapter announces the availability of two scholarships of $1000.00 each.
Indianapolis area high school seniors who are interested in engineering, especially material science
and engineering, are eligible to apply. The selection committee will consider a variety of factors
including achievement, scholarship, motivation, potential, and community involvement.
For the application information go to http://www.asm-indy.org
Please put all of the application information in one envelope, and mail to the address below by
February 25, 2011.
ASM- Indianapolis Scholarship
Heather M. Kopeschka
9 Fox Trail
Brownsburg, IN 46112
VISIT DAYS
Calvin College
Calvin will consider applications for the fall of 2011 as long as space permits. Our application
can be found online at www.calvin.edu/apply.
Our visit programs are going strong, and have expanded to offer Department Visit Days for
students who want to dig a little deeper into a major or pre-professional program. For second
semester, the usual Fridays at Calvin dates are offered, as are the following programs:
■ Health Sciences Day March 4
■ Engineering and Computing Day March 11
MISCELLANEOUS
Indiana Black Expo, Inc (IBE) is seeking outstanding students looking to make the difference in
their community. Applications are now available for the IBE Champs Year-Round Volunteer
Program. The Champs youth group provides its participants with volunteer, leadership and personal
development opportunities. The program is designed to help middle and high school students
become active in their communities and develop activities to impact the lives of theirs peers.
OUR MISSION- to be an effective voice and vehicle for the social and economic
advancement of African-Americans.
OUR VISION- that African-American youth and families achieve their highest potential

and reflect pride in their ethnicity.
OUR DIVERSITY PROMISE- Indiana Black Expo, Inc. celebrates cultural diversity and
inclusiveness across all races, ethnicities, nationalities, generations, socioeconomic levels and
religious affiliations. We continue to strive for excellence by providing unique events and programs
which reflect the changing landscape of Indiana and the world. Our commitment to excellence
through personal enhancement and community development exemplify our dedication to improving
the quality of life for all.
The application deadline is Monday, January 31, 2011 by 5:00 p.m.
If you have any questions, please contact Dianna Thompson at (317) 923-3039 or email
dthompson@indianablackexpo.com.
Catalyst Academy July 17-23, 2011
Catalyst Academy:
One-week summer residential program focused on underrepresented minority high school students
sophomores, juniors, and seniors who excel math and science, enjoy solving problems, and want to
learn more about careers in engineering.
Program Dates:
July 17-23, 2011
(Attendance is required for the entire program)
Application:
Available online
www.engineering.cornell.edu/catalyst
Application Deadline:
Postmarked by March 1, 2011
Admission Notification:
Mid-April, 2011