Asparagus Club Scholarships!
The Baton Rouge Area Foundation is currently accepting scholarship applications for the 2023 Asparagus Club. Up to ten scholarships are awarded annually, contingent upon the availability of funds, to full-time juniors, seniors, or graduate students pursuing a degree in business, food management, or another relevant field of study leading to a career in the grocery industry, with a preference for the independent retail and wholesale sector.
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Each award is $1,500 per semester (fall and spring only) for up to four consecutive semesters. To continue receiving the scholarship, recipients must maintain a 2.5 grade point average per semester/quarter and full-time enrollment. The application deadline for scholarships is April 30. Online application documents are available.
In related news, the Asparagus Club recently announced its 2013-14 officers at the 2013 National Grocers Association (NGA) Show. Secretary/Treasurer Matt Keller, Unilever; and Scholarship Chairman Jay Campbell, Associated Grocers Inc.-Baton Rouge.
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Details of the Asparagus Club Scholarships
- Level: College adult, Masters, College junior
- Funding: Fully funded
- Deadline: Not specified
- Eligible Nationalities: Not specific
- Sponsorship name: Baton rouge area foundation
Criteria for the Asparagus Club Scholarships
B) Quality of personal statement and resume
C) GPA
D) If applicable, job experience in the grocery industry and letter of recommendation from a professional in the industry who can speak to the applicant’s interest and experience.
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Benefits of the Asparagus Club Scholarships
$2,000 per semester (Fall & Spring only) for a maximum of four semesters with the possibility of an additional $500 per semester in the final year of scholarship award.
How to Apply for the Asparagus Club Scholarships
To apply, visit the application website here to complete and forward your application.