 The William R. Gard Memorial Scholarship was established by the NAMM, the International Music Products Association in an effort to encourage individuals to pursue education and careers in the music products industry.
Named for a former NAMM Executive Vice President, the Gard Scholarship is available to NAMM Member firm owners whose employees are attending college.
Scholarships are awarded in the amount of $2,000 per academic year and may be renewed for up to three additional years, provided the applicant continues his or her employment with the Member firm and maintains satisfactory academic standing. Scholarship renewal is at the discretion of the Professional Development Committee following review of the renewal application.
Scholarship funds are sent directly to the recipient's college. Monies will be credited to the recipient's tuition or mandatory fees in September, at which time the recipient must be enrolled as a full-time student. Should the recipient leave college prior to the full depletion of the scholarship money, the remaining balance must be returned to the NAMM Gard Scholarship Fund.
Eligibility:
Scholarship recipients will be selected by the Professional Development Committee based on a variety of criteria:
- The NAMM Member firm must have been a member in good standing for at least two years prior to the application deadline of March 31.
- Applicant must have completed at least 400 hours of employment at the NAMM Member firm during the year ending March 31.
- Applicant must be enrolled as a full-time college student for the upcoming Fall session.
- Applicant must also submit letters of reference, grade transcripts, awards and community involvement.
For more information or to request a scholarship application by fax, please contact NAMM's Professional Development department at 800-767-6266 or 760-438-8007, or send an e-mail to gard@namm.com
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