Cornelius R. Collignon Family Scholarship
Annual scholarship created by the family of Cornelius R. Collignon in memory of his life’s work protecting natural resources.
Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors or graduates of any Spencer County high school or home school with a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) pursuing a four-year degree at an accredited Indiana college or university majoring in agriculture, forestry, or aviation (preferably agriculture). Preference will be given to students entering their college sophomore, junior, or senior year.
Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on applicant’s demonstration of leadership abilities, patriotism, financial need, and academic performance.
Supplemental Requirements
Essay (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages) responding to the following: The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines patriotism as the love for or devotion to one’s country. What is the importance of American patriotism in our society and how do you demonstrate patriotism in your own life?
Two letters of recommendation describing applicant’s leadership qualities and abilities. Letters must not be from applicant’s relatives or members of the Spencer County Community Foundation Advisory Board.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.
Award Amount
$2,170
Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight
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