Dr. John F. Sinnett Scholarship by the Newton-Conover Rotary Club

The Dr. John F. Sinnett Scholarship is established by the Newton-Conover Rotary Club to honor Dr. John F. Sinnett for his contributions to Rotary International. Rotary International is an organization of business and professional leaders united worldwide, who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world. There are approximately 1.2 million Rotarians, members of more than 29,000 Rotary Clubs in 161 countries.

Dr. Sinnett has served as a member of the Newton-Conover Rotary Club in all capacities of leadership and has served as District Governor. As the Newton-Conover Rotary Club moves into the next century, Dr. Sinnett continues to exemplify "Service Above Self," the basis for which Rotary International was organized. A scholarship in honor of Dr. Sinnett will enable and encourage students to develop their leadership potential as exhibited by their present and future contributions to the community.

Award

The scholarship award is $1000 annually to a student attending Catawba Valley Community College (CVCC). Preference will be given to a student entering one of CVCC's Health and Human Resources programs. The scholarship may be renewed for a second year.

Criteria for Selection

The student must:

• Possess potential for a successful two-year college career.
• Be committed to obtaining an education to pursue definite goals.
• Exhibit community activities and service to individuals and/or organizations.

Commitment of Scholarship Recipient

• Attend class regularly.
• Seek academic assistance, if needed.
• Participate in the CVCC Rotaract Club.
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.75.

Other Criteria

The recipient will be invited periodically to attend a meeting of the Newton-Conover Rotary Club. The Newton-Conover Rotary Club may ask the recipient to present a program about his/her field of study.