LULAC National Education Service Centers, Inc. (LNESC)

🔔 The deadline for the NBCUniversal Media Scholarship is fast approaching! Applications are due August 1, 2024.

🎞️ The scholarship targets rising college sophomores and seniors who seek to achieve their dreams in the media and entertainment industry. The program will award ten (10) $5,000 national scholarships to qualified applicants.

✅ Eligibility Requirements

- A college sophomore or junior enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university

- At least 18 years of age or older

- Have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale

- Must be a U.S. Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, or have legal authorization to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsoring now or in the future

- Have an interest in the media and entertainment industry; all majors welcomed

✅ Requirements

Applicants must submit the online application along with the following required documentation by Thursday, August 1, 2024

- College transcript, including cumulative grade point average

- Three letters of recommendation

- Resume

🧑🏽‍💻To learn more and apply visit: https://tinyurl.com/nbcuniversal2024

🔧 Are you passionate about automotive technology? Don’t miss our upcoming info Ford Auto Tech Scholarship Info Session session on July 23rd!

🗓️ Date: Tuesday, July 23, 2024

🕓 Time: 4 pm PT / 5 pm MT / 6 pm CT / 7 pm ET

To attend, you must RSVP at tinyurl.com/fordautotech2024

You will receive a calendar link shortly after submitting signing up.

📖 As the deadline is approaching, this is an excellent opportunity to learn everything you need to know about the Ford Auto Tech Scholarship program. Our Programs Manager at LNESC Dallas, Roger Romero, will guide you through the application process, profile setup on TechForce, and share tips for a strong application.

🎟️ Note: We will be holding a raffle for two VISA gift cards during our upcoming information session. Two lucky winners will receive a $25 VISA gift card! To enter the raffle, all you have to do is attend our upcoming information session.

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About the Ford Auto Tech Scholarship

The Ford Auto Tech Scholarship is a unique fund that supports student pursuing careers as automotive technicians. The program awards $5,000 scholarships ($2,500 per semester) to students seeking careers in auto and auto/diesel technology.

Applications are due August 31, 2024.

👩🏽‍💻 To learn more about eligibility and to apply, visit: techforce.org/lnesc

🇺🇸LNESC would like to wish you a happy Independence Day!

🎆 Whether you chose to spend it watching a spectacular fireworks show or at a BBQ with loved ones- we encourage all to celebrate in whichever way brings out the best spirit of the red, white, and blue!

We hope you stay safe and enjoy the festivities of the day.

LNESC is committed to fostering understanding and appreciation of courage and sacrifice of all veterans this Memorial Day and everyday.

To learn more about this exciting opportunity, we invite you to join us for our Ford Auto Tech Scholarship Info Session.

👩🏽‍💻 It will be taking place virtually on Wednesday, May 29 at 4 pm PT / 5 pm MT / 6 pm CT / 7 pm ET.

💻 Our Programs Manager at LNESC Dallas, Roger Romero, will be available to answer any questions about this exciting opportunity.

⭐️ Please RSVP by signing up at: tinyurl.com/fordautotech2024

🔧 In the meantime, don’t miss the chance to apply for the Ford Auto Tech Scholarship!

⏱️ Applications are open until August 31st.

🚗 Ford Fund, the company’s philanthropic arm, is investing $2,000,000 to support automotive technicians entering the industry.

The is available to students who are interested in pursuing auto tech certifications or two-year degrees.

To apply please visit https://techforce.org/LNESC

🔧 Skilled trades are viable, well-paying, sustainable careers that shouldn’t be overlooked!  

That’s why we’re excited to partner with Ford Fund and Ford dealers across ten regions – Greater Atlanta, Chicago, Cincinnati, Dallas, Detroit, Kansas City, Memphis, Miami, Phoenix, and Seattle – to welcome the next generation of auto technicians.

The Ford Auto Tech Scholarship is now available and accepting applications through Aug 31st.

For more information, please visit https://techforce.org/FordFund/

We also invite you to join us for our Ford Auto Tech Scholarship Info Session.

👩🏽‍💻 It will be taking place virtually on Wednesday, May 29 at 4 pm PT / 5 pm MT / 6 pm CT / 7 pm ET. I

💻 Our Programs Manager at LNESC Dallas, Roger Romero, will be available to answer any questions about this exciting opportunity.

⭐️ Please RSVP by signing up at: tinyurl.com/fordautotech2024

🎉 ¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo from LNESC!

🌎 For those who may not know, the holiday uniquely marks the remarkable victory of a small group of local, Mexican troops over an elite group of French forces at the 1862 Battle of Puebla. It is a holiday that symbolizes a moment of resilience in Mexican history and culture that resonates beyond borders.

It is also a reflection of the extensive cultural contributions and legacy of the Mexican community in the U.S.

🎵 Today, Cinco de Mayo is celebrated globally with family and friends gathering around traditional Mexican cuisine, colorful piñatas, and festive mariachi music!

✨ We are proud to celebrate and build upon our appreciation of culture, cuisine, and community!

🚨 This is a friendly reminder regarding tomorrow’s upcoming Ford Auto Tech Scholarship Info Session. Don’t forget to mark your calendar and sign up!

🔔 It will be taking place virtually on Wednesday, April 24 at 4 pm PT | 5 pm MT | 6 pm CT | 7 pm ET

Our Programs Manager at LNESC Dallas, Roger Romero, will be available to answer any questions about this exciting opportunity.

Please RSVP by signing up at: tinyurl.com/fordautotech2024

💵 As a way of showing our appreciation to our attendees, we will be holding a raffle for two VISA gift cards during our upcoming information session. Two lucky winners will receive a $25 VISA gift card! To enter the raffle, all you have to do is attend our upcoming information session
ℹ️ For reference, the Ford Auto Tech Scholarship supports student pursuing careers as automotive technicians. The program awards $5,000 scholarships ($2,500 per semester) to students seeking careers in auto and auto/diesel technology.

👩🏽‍💻 Learn more and apply to the scholarship at: techforce.org/lnesc

We look forward to seeing you there!

🚗💡 We invite you to join us for our Ford Auto Tech Scholarship Info Session.

👩🏽‍💻 It will be taking place virtually on April 24 at 4 pm PT | 5 pm MT | 6 pm CT | 7 pm ET

Our Programs Manager at LNESC Dallas, Roger Romero, will be available to answer any questions about this exciting opportunity.

Please RSVP by signing up at: tinyurl.com/fordautotech2024

ℹ️ For reference, the Ford Auto Tech Scholarship supports student pursuing careers as automotive technicians. The program awards $5,000 scholarships ($2,500 per semester) to students seeking careers in auto and auto/diesel technology. Learn more and apply to the scholarship at: techforce.org/lnesc

💵 As a way of showing our appreciation to our attendees, we will be holding a raffle for two VISA gift cards during our upcoming information session. Two lucky winners will receive a $25 VISA gift card! To enter the raffle, all you have to do is attend our upcoming information session.

We look forward to seeing you there!

ℹ️ The FAFSA has been revamped for the first time in 40 years, and this newer, better form is easier to fill out, and is designed to help more students qualify for federal aid.

👩🏽‍💻 We are partnering with the U.S. Department of Education to spread the word this week and ensure that students have the information they need to best navigate the Better FAFSA!

🧑🏽‍🎓💵 We encourage students to mark their calendars and head to studentaid.gov to finish their FAFSA application before the April 19 deadline. Take a break (also known as a ), answer a few questions, and get one step closer to the aid you need to make the dream of college a reality!

We are passionate about making the dream of college enrollment a reality.

An automotive technology education is an exciting pathway for career advancement in a high-demand and innovative industry.

The good news is the Ford Auto Tech Scholarship is now available! Ford Fund, the company’s philanthropic arm, and Ford dealers are investing $2,000,000 to support automotive technicians entering the industry.

For more information, please visit http://techforce.org/lnesc

🌟 Don’t miss out! Today’s the LAST DAY to RSVP for NBCUniversal’s Internship Program Panel. 🎥✨

This is an ideal event for students looking to jump-start their careers with one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies. The NBCUniversal Early Career Recruiters are excited to share more about our upcoming Academic Year Internship opportunities through their upcoming panel!

This will be a space to connect with recruiters, ask questions, and learn more about what NBCU has to offer and how see how you can potentially catalyze your career in the entertainment industry!

🗓️ Join the panel virtually on April 8, at 7 PM ET / 4 PM PT.

🔔 Please remember that today is the LAST day to RSVP for the panel.

🔗 To attend, you are required to RSVP via this short form:

https://tinyurl.com/nbcinternshipsignup OR scan the QR code embedded above to visit the sign up link.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Our partner is giving away $2M in scholarships to support the next generation of auto tech workers.

the company’s philanthropic arm, and Ford dealers across ten regions – Greater Atlanta, Chicago, Cincinnati, Dallas, Detroit, Kansas City, Memphis, Miami, Phoenix, and Seattle – will support the Ford Auto Tech Scholarship. The Scholarship will be facilitated by a national nonprofit that supports students through their education and transition into careers as technicians.

👩🏽‍💻 Applications are open now and due Aug 31.

ℹ️ To learn more and apply, visit: http://techforce.org/lnesc

🚨 This a friendly reminder regarding the upcoming deadline for our LULAC National Scholarship Fund. The deadline for application submission has been extended to April 5.

Our historic scholarship program is in its 49th year of impact and the new application is hosted online.

🗓️ As per above, the new deadline is now Friday, April 5

🎓 We encourage you to read detailed information about eligibility, awards, and apply here: www.lnesc.org/scholarships/lulac/

💻 👩🏽‍💻We also encourage you to share and repost this opportunity within your network.

Interested in pursuing a career as an auto technician? The needs 406,000 new technicians by 2027. Yet, there were only 33,826 graduates from technician programs each year nationwide.

The good news is the Ford Auto Tech Scholarship is now available! Ford Fund, the company’s philanthropic arm, and Ford dealers are investing $2,000,000 to support automotive technicians entering the industry.

The is available to students who are interested in pursuing auto tech certifications or two-year degrees. For more information, please visit https://techforce.org/FordFund/.

🚨 We have extended the application deadline for the LULAC National Scholarship Fund!

Our historic scholarship program is in its 49th year of impact and the new application is hosted online.

🗓️ The new deadline is now Friday, April 5, by midnight PT.

🎓 We encourage you to read detailed information about eligibility, awards, and apply here: www.lnesc.org/scholarships/lulac/

🎓 Established in 1975, LNESC and LULAC created the LULAC National Scholarship Fund (LNSF) to help youth in underserved communities make the dream of college enrollment a reality. This year, we are keen to further our commitment to supporting the educational excellence of students nationwide.

🌟 We would like remind you that our LNSF application is currently open.

🗓️ Applications must be submitted online by midnight PT on March 31.

ℹ️ For detailed information on the scholarship and to apply, you can visit: https://tinyurl.com/lnsf2024apply

Questions? Email: [email protected]

This International Women’s day, LNESC stands in solidarity with women worldwide to continue being champions for gender equality and justice.

LNESC Houston students in action at Navarro HS with our Shell Science Corp program. The students engaged not just with building skills in STEM, but collaborative learning as well!

This is just a friendly reminder that applications are now open for our LULAC National Scholarship Fund! Applications must be submitted online by midnight PT on March 31.

Established in 1975, LNESC and LULAC created the LULAC National Scholarship Fund (LNSF) to help youth in underserved communities make the dream of college enrollment a reality. We encourage eligible students to apply to this opportunity.

The scholarship awards range from $250 to $2,000 and the criteria emphasizes academic excellence, motivation, and community involvement. In terms of eligibility, students must reside in an area that has a participating LULAC Council. There are other terms for eligibility that you can read more about on our website.

For detailed information on the scholarship and to apply, we encourage you to visit: https://tinyurl.com/lnsf2024apply

Questions? Email: [email protected]

President’s Day serves as a reflective space to honor our leaders who have sacrificed and have shaped the U.S. as we know it today.

It is with great pride that LNESC celebrates the spirit of President’s Day this February.

As the winter winds usher in a season of reflection and renewal, we at LNESC are thrilled to present the Winter 2024 edition of The LatinEd Connection.

In this issue, we celebrate the launch of our esteemed LULAC National Scholarship Fund (LNSF) and highlight new staff at our National Office. We also spotlight the incredible impact of programming at our LNESC Education Centers across the nation- from LNESC San Diego’s college field trips to LNESC Miami’s robust Upward Bound program. Moreover, we honor the service and leadership of LNESC Directors Rose Ann Blanco and John Moya.

The dedication of our directors, staff, students, and sponsors has lit the way for generations!

We invite you to explore the latest edition, so that you can be in tune with what has defined us, but also all that lies ahead.

You can read the Winter 2024 edition here: tinyurl.com/latinedwinter2024

LNESC proudly honors Black History Month and the enduring legacy and vital contributions of African Americans to our country.

As always, we remain steadfast in reflecting on their legacy and actively building inclusive and equitable communities.

🌟🎓 The LULAC National Scholarship Fund (LNSF) is inviting LULAC Councils to partner with us to make a real difference in our communities!

Our partnerships are the strength that allows us to support youth in underserved communities and make college enrollment a reality. Under the LNSF partnership program, LULAC Councils raise scholarship funds in their communities and LNESC supplements the money raised by the councils’ effort with funds raised from corporations and individual donors. As such, we can work together with our LULAC Councils to maximize impact and continue to empower our students!

This year’s LNSF Participating Guidelines can be found here: tinyurl.com/lnsfpartneragreement

🧑🏽‍💻 We encourage you to join us at our webinar on Feb 7, 2024 at 5 PM ET to learn more. RSVP by Feb 5 to [email protected]

We would like to express our sincerest gratitude to our donors.

Your contributions this did more than just express kindness- they actively bridged educational divides and fostered future leaders.

Thank you for joining us on our 50-year journey. We are looking forward to continuing our legacy of preparing and inspiring future leaders and learners in our communities for many more years to come!

🌎🧑🏽‍🎓Real Stories. Real Impact In Our Communities.

Our students’ voices are a testament to the transformative power of LNESC's scholarships and programming.

Each respective student testimonial reflects the diversity of our programming and scholarships- including guiding them towards success in STEM, film, and beyond!

As such, we encourage you to join us this to continue this legacy of impact. We believe that together, we can keep creating not just success stories, but lifelong learners!

💻 To learn more, donate, and be a part of their journey, visit: LNESC.org/donate

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⏰ This LNESC also marks a remarkable milestone - 50 years of dedication to education and leadership in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. This is not just a celebration of our enduring commitment, but also of the countless futures we've brightened through our programming and scholarships.

✨ The season of giving inspires us to be charitable and open-hearted. This spirit of generosity is what Giving Tuesday is all about - an opportunity to support non-profit organizations like ours to fund vital programs and services for underserved students.

🧑🏽‍🎓 We hope you join us this to celebrate this important milestone by making a contribution in any amount. Please remember that your support today will help us continue to empower young minds and create a brighter future for many more years to come!

ℹ️ You can learn more and donate at: LNESC.org/donate

🍁🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at LNESC! 🍂 As we gather to give thanks, we want to express our deepest gratitude to all who have supported our mission throughout the years.

May your day be filled with joy and the warmth of family and friends!

We take immense pride in having awarded more than $30 million in scholarships over the years to create opportunities for countless students nationwide. Our collective efforts have fostered generations of lifelong learners and leaders.

The LULAC National Scholarship Fund (LNSF) is just one example the diverse scholarship programs offered at LNESC. LNSF collaborates with local organizations to transform the college aspirations of youth in underserved communities into achievements. In fact, our graduates are now leaders in business, science, government, and education.

Our remarkable impact is a testament to the continued support from our partners and contributors- like you! As such, your support to our scholarships this can help continue this legacy of empowerment.

To learn more and donate, visit: LNESC.org/donate

Donate to LNESC Since 1973, LNESC has provided direct educational services to underserved communities throughout the U.S. & Puerto Rico. LNESC serves more than 14,000 students each year, providing educational counseling, scholarships, mentorship, leadership development, and literacy and technology programs through....