MAKE A DIFFERENCE SCHOLARSHIP

WHAT IS THE MAKE A DIFFERENCE INITIATIVE?

Dr. James Hess, professor of psychology and chair of the School of Behavioral Sciences at Black Hills State University, pledged a $1 million gift to BHSU to establish the School of Behavioral Sciences Make a Difference Initiative. In exchange for scholarship funds, students will be challenged to plan and implement sustainable community projects designed to make a difference in the lives of others.

HOW MUCH WILL BE AWARDED?

Full, in-state tuition scholarships can be awarded. In addition to the scholarship, each recipient will receive up to $2,500 for student projects.

WHO CAN APPLY?

Awarded to selected students with a declared major in Exercise Science, Outdoor Education, Psychology, Sociology, or Human Services. Students must be a sophomore or above with a minimum GPA of 3.0. The student must propose a project designed to benefit the local or campus community.

STEP BY STEP GUIDE: HOW TO FILL OUT APPLICATION 

Below are a series of videos designed to guide you through the process of filling out the Make a Difference Initiative application. Each video offers clear, step-by-step instructions to ensure that you complete your application accurately and confidently. The sample application used in the videos will also be attached below. Use these resources as a guide as you are filling out your own application.

Sample Application

MADI Application Video Guide Pt. 1: Questions 1-6

MADI Application Video Guide Pt. 2: Questions 1-2 of the Project Proposal

MADI Application Video Guide Pt. 3: Question 3 of the Project Proposal

MADI Application Video Guide Pt. 4: Questions 4-6 of the Project Proposal

MADI Application Video Guide Pt. 5: Questions 7 and 8 of the Project Proposal

WHAT IS THE APPLICATION PROCESS?

• Complete the application (see link above). We strongly recommend that you meet with a faculty member in your major well ahead of the March 1 early deadline to review your application. See faculty office doors for scheduled office hours.
  • You will also be required to complete the Confidential Disposition form attached up above.
• Revise and email the application by March 1 to your faculty advisor, who will forward it to the MADI committee chair.
• Winners will be announced in late March or early April. 
• A reception for successful applicants will be held in April.  

DONATE!

To contribute to the Make a Difference Initiative, contact Black Hills State University Advancement at 605.642.6385.

NEED MORE INFORMATION? 

Contact any of these MADI Committee Members well ahead of the deadline for information and application assistance!