Do you live to skateboard? Are you just itching to find the nearest half pipe? You probably never thought that your love of skateboarding could land you a scholarship for college. This unusual college award is given to high school seniors who endorse skateboarding within their town or community. The first-place prize is a $5000 award, and three runners-up will receive $1000 each. This reward is given in honor of Patrick Kerr. He was a skateboarder and skateboarding activist from Philadelphia.
How are you able to receive this unusual college award? You will need to complete the usual application process and also send in an essay about the way skateboarding has been positive influence for you.The essay will need to be at least 500 words. Speak from your heart and show your passion about your interest. If you love this sport, this should come quite naturally. You will also need to have a couple of letters of recommendations from people (over 18 years old) who can vouch for your skateboarding routine. The best way to get this award is if you can show that you are a skateboarding supporter. This means that you can show documentation that you have performed different promotion activities for skateboarding. Some participants have lobbied, petitioned, and worked on raising money for skate parks to be built in their communities. Others have helped to get local recreation centers involved in skateboard facilities and ramps.
One of the committee members that decide on the recipients of this award is legendary skateboarder, Tony Hawk. He is idolized by many teens and college students. Aside from DVDs and online videos, there are many video games based on him. He, along with other professional skateboarders, set out to help other skateboard enthusiasts make their dreams come true. Are you still unsure about applying for this award with these skateboard legends making the decisions? You actually don’t need to send in any videos showing off your skills. This probably would be quite intimidating for many people since Tony Hawk is so accomplished. However, your passion and support of the sport is required.
What is required is that one needs to be a high school senior with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5. You must be enrolled full time in a two or four year undergraduate program at a college or university. The application deadline is April 20th and the essay of the top ten candidates will be sent to each member of the Board to be reviewed. This is a way you can write about your true passion
