2014 Universal Teen

Scholarship Program
Application Package

YOU COULD BE THE NEXT

MR. OR MISS UNIVERSAL TEEN

SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT
Presented by the
Women of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc.
Victory Scholarship Foundation, Inc.

YOU COULD BE THE NEXT MR. OR MISS UNIVERSAL TEEN

Universal Teen is a scholarship based program established by the Women of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc.
(WOCCF). The purpose of the program is to provide a supportive and congenial environment for self awareness,
personal growth and respect for others from diverse backgrounds. The program helps to nurture and build positive
scholastic achievement, creativity, healthy living and community involvement. It also promotes self confidence,
poise, and effective communication skills.
The objectives are to:
Provide a forum to teach life skills (e.g., career essentials, financial management, social awareness, etc.)
Promote awareness of cultural diversity and respect for human differences
Empower young men and women to realize and embrace their inner beauty and self worth
Provide financial assistance for post high school education
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Young men and women currently enrolled in high school may compete for scholarship money. Participants of this program must
live or attend school in the First Coast of Florida area (e.g., Baker, Clay, Duval, Flagler, Nassau, Putnam, and St. Johns counties).
Orientation with parents and participants is on Saturday, January 11, 2014 at 3:30 pm until 5:00 pm.
PROGRAM PRODUCTIONDATE AND VENUE
Participants are expected to attend all workshops which include the mandatory mock rehearsal. W orkshop topics include public speaking,

written and oral communication skills, stage presence, cultural diversity awareness, essay writing, personal growth and
development, interviewing skills, financial management, etiquette training, college/job readiness, and community involvement.
Participants must also select a platform issue/a social cause (identified through research of their selected country) of which they
will make recommendations to effect change.
The crowning of Mr. or Miss Universal Teen will be on Saturday, April 12, 2014 at 6:00 oclock in the evening at the Ritz
Theatre & LaVilla Museum, Jacksonville, Florida.
SCHOLARSHIPS
The following scholarships are available for both male and female participants.
Mr. and Miss Universal Teen
Mr. Universal Teen
$2,000 Scholarship*
Miss Universal Teen
$2,000 Scholarship*
Mr. First Runner-Up
$1,000 Scholarship*
Miss First Runner-Up
$1,000 Scholarship*
Mr. Second Runner-Up $500 Victory Scholarship*
Miss Second Runner-UP $500 Victory Scholarship*
Mr. Third Runner-UP
$500 Victory Scholarship*
Miss Third Runner-UP
$500 Victory Scholarship*
Mr. Fourth Runner-UP $250 Scholarship*
Miss Fourth Runner-UP $250 Scholarship*
*Scholarship recipients are required to send a scholarship request letter to the organization along with a college acceptance
letter. Scholarships are made available in the name of both the participant and the college of which they have been accepted.
REQUIREMENTS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS
The program is open to young men and women who meet the criteria set forth in the Requirements, Rules, and Regulations.
Participants must also be able to fulfill the time commitment and responsibilities of the scholarship program.
Each participant must:
1.
2.
3.

Be a legal resident of the United States or a U.S. citizen.

Be in good standing with their academic institution.
Attend the orientation on Saturday, January 11, 2014 at 3:30 pm. Attend workshops and rehearsals on January 25, February 1, 8, 15, March
1, 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 2014. Workshops are from 3:30-5:00 pm and will be held at the Women of Color Cultural Foundation Office
located at WJCT Public Television, 100 Festival Park, Jacksonville, Florida unless otherwise pre-notified.
4. Be respectful to fellow participants, program administrators and staff.
5. Agree that all decisions of judges are final, irrevocable and binding.
6. Permit WOCCF and WCGL the right to use their name and photograph for publicity purposes.
7. Understand that WOCCF and WCGL reserves the right to change the date and/or location of the Universal Teen Scholarship Program
8. Be responsible for acquiring own wardrobe including evening/formal wear, business, and national/cultural attire.
9. Secure businesses, organizations, and private individuals as sponsors. Each participant is required to secure a minimum of one and one half
page ads in souvenir program book and ten passes by March 15, 2014.
10. Contestants are required to participate in at least two WOCCF/WCGL community service events.
*Any participant and/or family member or guest showing less than sportsmanlike behavior (i.e., teasing, disrespectful, etc.) will lead to the disqualification of
the participant. No refund or awards will be given under these circumstances.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Please contact the http://www.woccf.com /Phone: (904) 683-1757 or http://www.wcgl1360.com/ Phone: 904-766
-9955 should you have any questions or to obtain additional applications.

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APPLICATION FORM
[PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE]
Name___________________________________________________________________
Address ________________________________________________________________
City________________________________ State________________ Zip___________
Telephone _________________ Alternate ___________ Email____________________
Name of School_________________________________ Grade_______ GPA _________
Age _____

Gender _____

Date of Birth ___/____/______ SS# ______-_____-______

Parent/Guardian__________________________________________________________
Address (if different from above)____________________________________________
City_______________________________________ State _____________Zip________
Telephone Number __________________ Alternate# __________Email______________
I have read and agree to the rules and regulations set forth by the Women of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc.
and Victory Scholarship Foundation, Inc. I certify that I meet all of the participant requirements, rules and
regulations. I further understand all monies submitted to the Women of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc. for the
Program are non-refundable.

Print Participants Name____________________________________________________

Participants Signature ________________________________ Date_________________
I have read and agree to the rules and regulations and I give permission for my son/daughter to enter the
Universal Teen Scholarship Program.

Parents Signature _____________________________________ Date_________________

Please submit complete Application by December 14, 2013

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PERSONALITY FORM
[PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE]

Name:_____________________________________________________________
Favorite movie / T.V. Show:__________________________________________
Favorite hobbies:___________________________________________________
Favorite author:____________________________________________________
Favorite quote:_____________________________________________________
Most admired person:_______________________________________________
Career ambition:___________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
Favorite academic subject:___________________________________________
Community service activities:_________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
Give 3 fun facts to describe yourself: ________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
Proudest moment:__________________________________________________
What has been your greatest lesson learned in life? (100 words or less) _____
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
Complete the attached Application and Personality Form. Please mail by
December 14, 2013 the completed Application Form, Personality Form, and
two letters of recommendation to:
Universal Teen Scholarship Program
c/o Women of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc.
100 Festival Park Avenue
Jacksonville, Florida 32202
We look forward to seeing you at Orientation on Saturday, January 11, 2014 at 3:30 pm at
WJCT Public Broadcasting located at 100 Festival Park Avenue (next to Metropolitan Park).

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REFERENCE FORM
[PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE]

Women of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc.

100 Festival Park Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32202
DATE: ________________________
Scholarship Applicants Name: __________________________________
Dear ____________________________,
________________________________________ has applied to us to become a recipient for
the Universal Teen Scholarship Program. Please complete this reference form by answering the
following questions.
How long have you known the applicant?
How would you rate his/her overall competence? (check one)
Outstanding ____ Good ___ Average ___ Fair ___ Poor ___
Please share briefly what you believe to be his/her greatest strengths and weaknesses (if any):
Strengths _________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
Weaknesses _______________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
Any other comments about this applicant that you feel would make him/her more qualified to
receive this scholarship. _________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
Please complete and return before December 14, 2013. Thank you for your participation.
Sincerely,

Women of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc.

Victory Scholarship Foundation, Inc.

UNIVERSAL TEEN SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

REFERENCE FORM
[PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE]

Women of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc.

100 Festival Park Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32202
DATE: ________________________
Scholarship Applicants Name: __________________________________
Dear ____________________________,
________________________________________ has applied to us to become a recipient for
the Universal Teen Scholarship Program. Please complete this reference form by answering the
following questions.
How long have you known the applicant?
How would you rate his/her overall competence? (check one)
Outstanding ____ Good ___ Average ___ Fair ___ Poor ___
Please share briefly what you believe to be his/her greatest strengths and weaknesses (if any):
Strengths _________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
Weaknesses _______________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
Any other comments about this applicant that you feel would make him/her more qualified to
receive this scholarship. _________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
Please complete and return before December 14, 2013. Thank you for your participation.
Sincerely,

Women of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc.

Victory Scholarship Foundation, Inc.