Early Outreach Scholarship

Overview

The mission of Access ASU is to deepen and widen the pipeline of Arizona youth enrolling and succeeding at Arizona State University while leveraging the resources at ASU. Accomplishing this mission requires the assistance of staff and current ASU students with a passion to inspire interest in postsecondary education. The Early Outreach Scholarship (EOS) program endorses ASU students as role models for K-12 grade students. Scholarship recipients “give back” by promoting a college going culture to their own high schools, other schools and community organizations throughout Arizona and completing 100 service hours as an Access ASU Campus Ambassador, a Hispanic Mother Daughter Program (HMDP) Peer Mentor, or SPARKS Ambassador.

Criteria

• Alumni or participant of any Access ASU signature and summer programs, such as First Star at ASU, American Dream Academy, Barrett Summer Scholars, Cesar Chavez Leadership Institute, RISE Leadership Institute, Future Sun Devil Family Day, Campus Experience, Hispanic Mother Daughter Program, Science and Engineering Experience, SPARKS and Access ASU extended programs Camp Catanese and Clubes de Ciencia Arizona. (All applicants are subject to participation verification)
• Strong desire to help Arizona students prepare for college.
• Minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0.
• Incoming or current full time ASU student working towards a degree.
• Expected to perform responsibilities outlined above for a full academic year.
• Must have a pending FAFSA application with ASU.
• Ability to maintain flexibility to participate in all ACCESS ASU events.

Application requirements

1. Submit a resume

2. Submit a digital video presentation using the following criteria:

• No longer than 5 minutes in length
• Give a personal introduction
• Address the question: How has your participation in an Access ASU program helped you succeed?
• Describe one of the topics below:
  • A personal obstacle you overcame
  • Your biggest accomplishment
  • Your professional goals
  • What motivates you to help others

Award

 

2023-2024 Scholarship Winners!

Name: Cili Wood

Major: Finance

What do you hope to learn/accomplish/experience as an EOS scholar this year? This year I want to forge more meaningful relationships with the students who visit campus, and I want to learn more about the resources available to help incoming students succeed at college.

Name:  Kahlia Henry

Major: Industrial Engineering

What do you hope to learn/accomplish/experience as an EOS scholar this year? I hope to help students reduce their stress about college & make a positive impact on my community!

Name:  Diane Banuelos

Major: Biological Sciences

What do you hope to learn/accomplish/experience as an EOS scholar this year? This semester I hope to gain experience working with younger student and to influencing and motivate them to further their education.

Name:  Abby Buckley

Major: Marketing

What do you hope to learn/accomplish/experience as an EOS scholar this year? I look forward to getting to know my fellow scholars and their unique backgrounds and interests. I also hope to try new ways of volunteering and getting involved in my community.

Name:  Stacy Becerra

Major: Psychology

What do you hope to learn/accomplish/experience as an EOS scholar this year? I hope to learn more about my community and find ways to give back by sharing my experience as a first generation student.

Name:  Shravya Aragam

Major:  Business Management

What do you hope to learn/accomplish/experience as an EOS scholar this year? I hope to give back to my ASU community by interacting with students to share my knowledge and bolster their motivation to pursue higher education opportunities.

Name: Elany Olivas

Major: Nursing

What do you hope to learn/accomplish/experience as an EOS scholar this year? As an EOS scholar, I hope to accomplish and gain experience on leadership, social skills, and valuable skills one needs. These skills will then help me in the future with my career in nursing.

Name:  Jaime Galvez

Major:  Conservation Biology and Ecology

What do you hope to learn/accomplish/experience as an EOS scholar this year? I hope to inspire the value of higher education in college-bound students all while having fun doing so.

Name:  Saul Jimenez

Major:  Sports Business

What do you hope to learn/accomplish/experience as an EOS scholar this year? I hope to be able to provide the necessary information to students to allow them to pursue their dreams.

Name:  Fernanda Muriedas

Major:  Earth and Space Exploration (Astrophysics)

What do you hope to learn/accomplish/experience as an EOS scholar this year? I hope to help students be informed of the future higher education options and that it is possible to achieve through hard work. Especially students who have a similar background as a first-generation student and Mexican American.

Name:  Elijah Olvera

Major:  Aeronautical Management Technology

What do you hope to learn/accomplish/experience as an EOS scholar this year? To grow professionally and set myself up for success. As well as make more connections and encourage K-12 students to pursue higher education!

Name:  Marlene Flores

Major:  Elementary Multilingual Education

What do you hope to learn/accomplish/experience as an EOS scholar this year? Explore different realms of professionalism.

Name:  Angel Gutierrez

Major:  Business Law and Global Politics

What do you hope to learn/accomplish/experience as an EOS scholar this year? I hope to accomplish completing all my required hours a couple of weeks before the deadline to not be stressed towards. As well as getting to know my fellow EOS scholars.

Name:  Ian Sherwood

Major:  Political Science

What do you hope to learn/accomplish/experience as an EOS scholar this year? Opening doors to higher education for working Families in Arizona is my #1 priority this year. I hope to volunteer my time at as many events as possible this year!

Name:  Miranda Flores

Major:  Interior Design

What do you hope to learn/accomplish/experience as an EOS scholar this year? I hope to gain more experiences & connections that help me grow as a student & individual through being a scholar.

Name:  Emily-Jane Crawford

Major:  Medical studies

What do you hope to learn/accomplish/experience as an EOS scholar this year?  This year I hope to learn more about what I'm interested in and ways I can get involved in the asu community. I want to accomplish good academic standing and experience all of what asu has to offer.

Name:  Alison Bolanos

Major:  Astrophysics

What do you hope to learn/accomplish/experience as an EOS scholar this year?  Hoping to make some good long lasting relationships.