Bro. Kenneth L. Stewart Scholarship

The
Kenneth L. Stewart Memorial Scholarship
Presented by
Rho Tau Chapter
Of
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated

Attn: High School Seniors, Principals, Guidance Counselors, and Pastors
Subject: Rho Tau Chapter – Dr. Ernest E. Just Scholarship Opportunity

The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., founded November 17, 1911 on the predominately black campus of Howard University, awards thousands of dollars in scholarship monies to deserving and aspiring young students annually.
The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated subscribes to four cardinal principles: Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance and Uplift. The Rho Tau Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., in Gurnee, Illinois accordance with our fraternity’s four cardinal principles, provides direct scholarship opportunities in the amount of $1,000 locally to the Greater Lake County/ Kenosha county areas.

*This scholarship is for SENIORS ONLY.
The minimum criteria for applying for our annual scholarship are as follows:

Overall Grade Point Average of 3.0 or higher (4.0 scale)
Strong Commitment to Continual Education
Active Volunteer in Community Service Activities (150 hours minimum - Proof of service/documentation required)
Two Letters of Recommendation
Official High School Transcript
Graduating High School the Year of Application
Acceptance and Enrolled Into a Two-Year or Four-Year Accredited Institution
Complete and Sign Rho Tau Chapter’s Photograph/Media Consent and Release Form
Participation in a Zoom Meeting Interview
Strict Adherence to ALL deadlines

The deadline for submitting all application materials is April 1st of the year of application. The complete application packet, including two current letters of recommendation and official transcript must be received at the following address by the deadline date for consideration:

Rho Tau Chapter • Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
c/o Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 252
Gurnee, IL 60031-0252

Scholarship finalists will be selected via careful screening of the application packet. All finalists will be contacted via phone and/or email to schedule a mandatory interview.
The Bro. Kenneth L. Stewart Memorial Scholarship recipient will exemplify excellence in Maturity, Citizenship, Scholastic Ability and Leadership. It is the recipient's responsibility to provide the Rho Tau Chapter of The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. OFFICIAL proof of college enrollment before any monies are released.
Feel free to share this letter and application with any qualified individuals, schools, your church family and any other youth organizations you may feel are deserving,. Please feel free to contact us directly for further details at 414-303-0818

Best regards,

Bro. Peter Payne
Scholarship Committee Chair

INTRODUCTION
Kenneth Stewart [Brief Summary]
Brother Kenneth Stewart graduated from Lincoln University in Jefferson City, MO, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Vocational Education with a major in Graphic Arts. Brother Stewart was an Army World War II veteran and received multiple citations that included: Bronze Battle Star and the European/African Middle Theatre.
Bro. Stewart began his lifelong journey as an “Omega Man” in 1949. He had a long history of service and commitment to Omega Psi Phi, Fraternity, Inc. With over fifty years of service, he held many positions in Rho Tau Chapter serving most notably as President and Secretary. His service to the organization also included serving at the state level as State Representative for many years earning him the honorable title State Representative, Emeritus.
Brother Stewart, being a man of God and Humanitarian, was committed to bringing about positive change to our communities. In keeping with the fundamental principles and beliefs of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., his community involvement included an exhaustive list of programs and activities, which serve to uplift our communities. His participation in programs such as Toys-for-Tots, Boys Club, Walk-for-Seniors and back to school drives are some examples of his dedication to our communities.
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. – Rho Tau Chapter is honored to be able and to offer the Kenneth Stewart Scholarship on behalf of this outstanding “Omega Man.”

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Special Note: Scholarship Monies will only be awarded upon receipt of official proof of enrollment in an accredited college/university. All College Enrollment Documentation must be received no later than September Fall Semester.

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