Beverly Laing Student Scholarship
MPISCC recognizes that it is important for the future of the organization to mentor, train and recruit younger members currently studying toward an ultimate goal of a career in the meetings industry.
The scholarship recipient will be awarded a one-year student membership to MPISCC and complimentary registration to all MPISCC regular monthly educational programs and events for one year (not to exceed $500). Must be used within 12 months of being awarded.
Criteria and Eligibility Requirements:
- New or current MPISCC student member at an MPI International qualified $40 student membership rate. “Students in Transition” memberships are not eligible.
- Currently enrolled in a college/university, trade school or certificate program with focus on meeting and event planning or hospitality management based on student qualifications of MPI International.
- Complete and submit scholarship application, a professional resume and at least one letter of recommendation.
- Submit with application a 500-word statement about why the scholarship would benefit them as well as explain their future plans for employment in the meetings and events or hospitality management field.
- Must be used within 12 months of receiving the scholarship. Must attend a minimum of three MPISCC programs or events in one year.
- Actively participate in an MPISCC committee of their choice for the duration of the year.
Past winners:
2020-2021 Motonari Matsuda
2019-2020 Emmy Munn
2019-2020 Mayra Encinas
2019-2020 Ekin Lam