The Public Employees Federation, in honor of the union’s late Vice President Jean DeBow, created this scholarship. It was conceived to support PEF women who are pursing college studies. To be eligible, you must be an active female member of the union enrolled in a post-secondary education in any field of study. Applicants must be presently enrolled and include a proof of enrollment as part of their application.

One scholarship of $1,000 will be awarded annually at PEF Convention. Applications are due by May 1 each year and can be mailed to:

PEF Headquarters
Attention: PEF Scholarship Committee
1168-70 Troy-Schenectady Road
P. O. Box 12414
Albany, NY 12212-2414

Applicants must submit the required information (#1 through #7), below, along with an essay (150-word limit). The student must also include at least one reference memo from a PEF member about why they should be considered. The memo should be 150 words or fewer as well. There is no limit on the number of PEF members a sponsor can nominate.

The PEF Scholarship Committee will review the applications with all reference to the applicant’s name removed. PEF encourages all eligible women pursuing a college degree to apply.

Once an applicant wins and accepts the award, they will no longer be eligible to apply in the future.

APPLICANT:

  1. Name and mailing address
  2. Telephone numbers (home and work)
  3. Worksite, PEF Division name and number
  4. College attending and area of study (provide proof of enrollment)
  5. What degree pursuing and proposed graduation date?
  6. List any participation in union activities and any leadership roles
  7. List any Awards including any for union activities
  8. ESSAY: How will this course of study benefit you (and/or your constituents) throughout your career?

PEF SPONSOR:

  1. Your name, mailing address and PEF member you are sponsoring
  2. Your telephone numbers (home and work)
  3. Your worksite, PEF Division name and number
  4. List  your PEF positions (ex. Member, Steward, Delegate, Officer, etc.)
  5. How long you have known applicant?
  6. ESSAY: Why should this applicant be considered for this Scholarship? (150 word limit).  Please refer to applicant as her or she since all references to the applicant’s name will be removed from the judge’s copy.