UMH Auxiliary Nursing Scholarship Deadline Approaching

Interested individuals are required to complete an application process, which consists of sharing past educational accomplishments as well as future educational and professional goals, demonstrating financial need, and expressing their personal commitment to serving their community after completion of their degree. Scholarship applicants must be residents of Uvalde, Edwards, Kinney, Real or Zavala Counties and enrolled in a college program to become a Registered Nurse (RN).

The UMH Auxiliary has given scholarships to area students pursuing their education in the nursing field for nearly 25years. In that time, they have given more than $55,000 in scholarships for LVNs and RNs continuing education. The bi-annual scholarship program is made possible through special fundraising initiatives by the Hospital Auxiliary.

Applications can be picked up in the Uvalde Memorial Hospital Human Resources Department, or found online at www.umhtx.org/careers/scholarships. Completed applicationsmust be submitted by June 29. For more information, please contact Charla Carter, Director of Human Resources and Volunteer Services, at 830-278-6251 extension 1435.