Bonita Jean Olson Memorial Scholarship

• In addition to all WAI requirements, the applicant shall be pursuing higher education toward a STEM career with plans to enter a career in aviation or aerospace. The applicant must be enrolled (or committed to attending) an accredited institution (includes two- and four-year colleges, technical institutes, and certificate programs), have experience volunteering in STEM or aviation-related events and/or WAI activities in the previous year. In your WAI application essay, include detailed explanations of the applicant's career plans, goals, and volunteer experiences. • STEM careers include science, technology, engineering, mathematics, business, air traffic controller, avionics technician, dispatch certification, aircraft mechanic, meteorologist, or educator for the subject matters.

The scholarship is worth $3000, and must be expensed within one year of receipt and will be paid directly to an accredited program/institution. Funds may be applied to tuition, books, or laboratory fees. Funds may not be used for housing, transportation, flight training, meals, or incidental expenses.

• In addition to all WAI requirements, the applicant shall be pursuing higher education toward a STEM career with plans to enter a career in aviation or aerospace. The applicant must be enrolled (or committed to attending) an accredited institution (includes two- and four-year colleges, technical institutes, and certificate programs), have experience volunteering in STEM or aviation-related events and/or WAI activities in the previous year. In your WAI application essay, include detailed explanations of the applicant's career plans, goals, and volunteer experiences. • STEM careers include science, technology, engineering, mathematics, business, air traffic controller, avionics technician, dispatch certification, aircraft mechanic, meteorologist, or educator for the subject matters. • Preference will be given to local candidates within the Seattle/Washington state area, but all applicants will be considered based upon character, need, community involvement, and accomplishments.