Encana Oil & Gas (USA) Inc. is pleased to announce its scholarships for 2012-2013 high school seniors. One $10,000 scholarship ($2,500 per year for up to four years) will be awarded to one graduating senior in each high school where Encana USA operates, including: Shreveport, Coushatta, Mansfield, Bossier City, Pelican, Logansport, Stonewall, Campti, and Natchitoches, Louisiana.
“Our scholarship program invests in our youth and future workforce by providing the resources and financial commitment to help them become self-sufficient and develop their education,” said Joyce Witte, Encana community investment advisor. “Several of our scholarship recipients have gone on to become Encana interns, and even employees. We are proud of their hard work and accomplishments.”
The Encana USA scholarship is awarded directly to the student to be used for any college-related financial need, such as tuition and fees, room & board, textbooks and rent. All qualified high school seniors are encouraged to submit an online application. The web address is accessible through the student counselor’s office. Scholarship eligibility requirements:
- Must attend one of the 9 high schools listed above
- Declare an energy-related field of study in petroleum, chemical, mechanical or environmental engineering, geology, geophysics or an accredited oil & gas technology program
- Attend a two-year or four-year university or technical/trade program
- Demonstrate a solid academic record
- Embody community involvement and leadership
- Submit proof of acceptance and registration in a qualifying program
The deadline to submit online applications is March 16. For more information, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
