Amoretta J. Wilkins Scholarship

The Amoretta J. Wilkins Scholarship recognizes a graduate of a Montana college who is working on a master’s degree or additional education. The applicant may continue her education either in Montana or out of state in order to be eligible. It is given in memory of Amoretta J. Wilkins, Chapter Y, Montana, mother of Past State President Liz Johnson. Amoretta was born in Sheridan, Montana, November 15, 1913. She graduated from the University of Montana in 1935 and spent her adult years in Billings where she and husband Tom raised three children. She encouraged her family to pursue higher
education and was a 50+ year member of Chapter Y in Billings. Amoretta passed away July 17, 2008.

A P.E.O. Chapter may nominate an outstanding candidate who meets these criteria.

Eligibility

• Has completed a bachelor’s degree from any Montana university or college
• Is pursuing a master’s degree or enrichment education to enhance her bachelor’s degree
• Has written a one-page essay regarding her advanced study and how it will enrich her bachelor’s degree or help pursue her master’s degree
• Has submitted two letters of recommendation written by someone, not related, with knowledge of the applicant’s qualifications

Nomination Packet

1. The student application legibly typed or printed.
2. Chapter nomination form to be completed by the local P.E.O. chapter nominating the candidate.
3. Two letters of recommendation written by someone not related to you with knowledge of your qualifications.
4. A one-page essay regarding your goals and how the advanced study will enrich your bachelor’s degree or help you to pursue your master’s degree.
5. Recent transcript

Deadline for the application is March 1st – there are no exceptions.