Minorities in Leadership of Education
Miles ahead
A special initiative to support educators of color, Minorities in the Leadership of Education (MILE) helps aspiring, qualified school leaders of color build a network of support and practice while providing financial support as you seek to advance your career as an educational leader.
The financial support applies to principalship and superintendency studies, which you may also combine to work toward your doctorate. It includes two scholarship opportunities:
- Betty J. Hyde Endowed Scholarship ($2,000)
- Preference given to applicant from Des Moines School District
- Marilyn Jorgensen Education Scholarship ($1,900)
Steps to apply for these scholarships:
- Be a graduate student in the principalship or superintendency programs
- Complete and submit the MILE application form
- Complete the FAFSA (http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/)
- Submit materials by January 15
Contact: Tim Gilson, Associate Professor, Educational Leadership, (319) 273-2636, or tim.gilson@uni.edu