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From: Uma <uma_at_gobrainstorm.net>
Date: Wed, 05 Feb 2014 14:45:51 -0800
Ellen, I noticed that the attachment you sent came through a bit garbled, so I’m cutting and pasting the information about the new VCFA scholarship into this message. Thanks many times over to Barry Goldblatt for his vision and generosity. Please, everyone, do pass this along to eligible writers who may be interested in applying.
Vermont College of Fine Arts
Angela Johnson Scholarship Sponsored by Garry Goldblatt Literary, LLC for New Students of Color or Ethnic Minority
MFA in Writing for Children & Young Adults Program
Background
Barry Goldblatt established this scholarship in honor of Angela Johnson, the critically acclaimed African American poet and author of more than 40 books for children and young adults. She has won the Coretta Scott King Award three times, the Michael L. Printz Award, and received a MacArthur Fellowship in 2003.Her work explores the lives of characters of color of all ages, in historical and contemporary settings and celebrates a myriad of experiences growing up in America.
In addition to honoring Ms. Johnson, this scholarship will help to fill the void of multi-cultural voices in the world of children’s and young adult literature by providing scholarship assistance to minority students attending VCFA.
The recipient of the scholarship is in no way obligated to submit works to, or seek representation by Barry Goldblatt Literary, LLC.
Award Amount
One or two scholarships of up to $5,000 will be awarded annually and will be applied to the student’s tuition costs. The maximum scholarship awarded will not exceed $5,000.
Eligibility Criteria
Qualified applicants will meet the following criteria:
1. A minority, defined as a person of color or a person of ethnic minority in the VCFA community
2. Demonstrates talent, promise, and commitment to a career as a writer in the children and/or young adults field of literature.
3. Has strong financial need.
4. Priority will be given to incoming students.
Application Process
Eligible applicants must submit an essay (see below) by April 30. Essays are to be emailed to: Melissa Fisher, Director, Writing for Children & Young Adults at melissa.fisher_at_vcfa.edu with the words "Application for Angela Johnson Scholarship" in the subject line. Essays emailed after April 30 will not be considered.
Essays are not to exceed 350 words and should describe the applicant’s:
· Commitment and or passion for the literary field of children's and young adult literature;
· Extenuating or financial challenges.
A Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form must be filed by April 30.
Questions? Email Melissa Fisher, Director, Writing for Children & Young Adults at melissa.fisher_at_vcfa.edu.
Uma Krishnaswami Writer, Author of Children's Books http://www.umakrishnaswami.com Faculty Chair, MFA-Writing for Children & Young Adults, Vermont College of Fine Arts http://www.vcfa.edu/low-residency-mfa/writing-children-young-adults
On Feb 5, 2014, at 1:26 PM, Ellen Reagan <ereagan412_at_gmail.com> wrote:
>
> In light of the current conversation on this listserv, I thought I'd send news of this new scholarship in the Writing for Children and Young Adults program
> at Vermont College of Fine Arts. Seems a good way to get more diverse voices in kidlit publishing. Please share with anyone you think might be interested!
>
>
Date: Wed, 05 Feb 2014 14:45:51 -0800
Ellen, I noticed that the attachment you sent came through a bit garbled, so I’m cutting and pasting the information about the new VCFA scholarship into this message. Thanks many times over to Barry Goldblatt for his vision and generosity. Please, everyone, do pass this along to eligible writers who may be interested in applying.
Vermont College of Fine Arts
Angela Johnson Scholarship Sponsored by Garry Goldblatt Literary, LLC for New Students of Color or Ethnic Minority
MFA in Writing for Children & Young Adults Program
Background
Barry Goldblatt established this scholarship in honor of Angela Johnson, the critically acclaimed African American poet and author of more than 40 books for children and young adults. She has won the Coretta Scott King Award three times, the Michael L. Printz Award, and received a MacArthur Fellowship in 2003.Her work explores the lives of characters of color of all ages, in historical and contemporary settings and celebrates a myriad of experiences growing up in America.
In addition to honoring Ms. Johnson, this scholarship will help to fill the void of multi-cultural voices in the world of children’s and young adult literature by providing scholarship assistance to minority students attending VCFA.
The recipient of the scholarship is in no way obligated to submit works to, or seek representation by Barry Goldblatt Literary, LLC.
Award Amount
One or two scholarships of up to $5,000 will be awarded annually and will be applied to the student’s tuition costs. The maximum scholarship awarded will not exceed $5,000.
Eligibility Criteria
Qualified applicants will meet the following criteria:
1. A minority, defined as a person of color or a person of ethnic minority in the VCFA community
2. Demonstrates talent, promise, and commitment to a career as a writer in the children and/or young adults field of literature.
3. Has strong financial need.
4. Priority will be given to incoming students.
Application Process
Eligible applicants must submit an essay (see below) by April 30. Essays are to be emailed to: Melissa Fisher, Director, Writing for Children & Young Adults at melissa.fisher_at_vcfa.edu with the words "Application for Angela Johnson Scholarship" in the subject line. Essays emailed after April 30 will not be considered.
Essays are not to exceed 350 words and should describe the applicant’s:
· Commitment and or passion for the literary field of children's and young adult literature;
· Extenuating or financial challenges.
A Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form must be filed by April 30.
Questions? Email Melissa Fisher, Director, Writing for Children & Young Adults at melissa.fisher_at_vcfa.edu.
Uma Krishnaswami Writer, Author of Children's Books http://www.umakrishnaswami.com Faculty Chair, MFA-Writing for Children & Young Adults, Vermont College of Fine Arts http://www.vcfa.edu/low-residency-mfa/writing-children-young-adults
On Feb 5, 2014, at 1:26 PM, Ellen Reagan <ereagan412_at_gmail.com> wrote:
>
> In light of the current conversation on this listserv, I thought I'd send news of this new scholarship in the Writing for Children and Young Adults program
> at Vermont College of Fine Arts. Seems a good way to get more diverse voices in kidlit publishing. Please share with anyone you think might be interested!
>
>
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