Scholarship Committee

The following information regarding WAMA’s financial assistance program in support of aviation education is being posted to provide members an opportunity to review and comment on the program. There is only minor change from the previously approved program. If you have comments or questions, email Rich Mueller (rjmueller@portofmoseslake.com), or Dave Field dfield@whpacific.com . The next round of funding approvals will occur in approximately May of 2011. Please note that additional work will be done on the Scholarship program prior to that time, in terms of coordination with specific school scholarship programs.

Current Activities / Proposals:
June 9, 2010: At the June 8 WAMA Board meeting, a decision was made to approve two financial assistance applications. An internship support grant was approved for Mike Redmond at Yakima Air Terminal to help with his anticipated Summer 2010 intern. The second is a Community Aviation Education grant based on an application submitted by Dave Waggoner. This grant will contribute to the support of a summer camp for teachers, called “The Science of Flight for Teachers” and the “Aviation Academy”, an introduction to flying for students age 13 to 18.
No scholarships and no professional development grant will be awarded this year.

Aviation Education Program

The purpose of the WAMA Aviation Education is to leverage WAMA funds to enhance opportunities for aviation education in the state. WAMA has created a program to support individuals interested in pursuing a career in aviation through scholarship and internship programs, to support continuing education of WAMA members and to reach out to the broader community.

 Thomas Eller Memorial Scholarship
The Thomas Eller Memorial Scholarship program is in memory of Tom’s professional service as an airport manager, his membership in WAMA, and the friendship he readily shared with his colleagues. WAMA awards annual scholarships to candidates who are pursuing careers in airport management or a related aviation field. Applicants must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited aviation-related undergraduate program in the state of Washington.
Funding level: Two students at $1,000 / year
Thomas Eller Memorial Scholarship Guidelines
Thomas Eller Memorial Scholarship Application Form

Internship Program
A Successful Internship Experience
The most recent WAMA supported internship was at Harvey Field. The intern, Samantha Door, apparently had a great experience, which led to a successful beginning of her professional career in the airport business. Read her letter of thanks to Kandace Harvey, here.
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Professional Development Program
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Community Aviation Program
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