Economic Leadership Summit and SCHOLARSHIP Opportunity
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., and The Las Vegas Urban League Young Professionals, have joined together to encourage the next generation in academic pursuits. Please join us on Saturday, December 13, 2014 at the College of Southern Nevada Charleston Campus, 6735 W. Charleston Blvd., Building K at 8:30 a.m.to 4:30 p.m. for the annual Economic Summit and Student Conference. This conference is open to all 6-12 grade students and parents in the Las Vegas Valley free of charge. The purpose of this conference is to introduce students to the skills and competencies necessary to be dynamic and effective leaders in a variety of settings on campus, in the community, and in organizations. In addition, the conference wants to expose student leaders to the knowledge, skills, and resources necessary to lead with purpose. There will be morning workshops and afternoon activities presented by career professionals, educators, and financial advisors.
In addition, there is a scholarship opportunity for current high school seniors. Applicants MUST meet all of the eligibility requirements and deadlines to qualify. Scholarship awards should be applied toward tuition, room, board
and books. Scholarships of $500 are available. Checks will be mailed to the recipient after enrollment is confirmed. Individuals applying for a scholarship must forward one complete application packet to the address
below. Application packets must be postmarked or hand-delivered by 5 p.m. on Monday, December 8, 2014.