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The Melissa Pellegrin Memorial Scholarship Fund

The Melissa Pellegrin Memorial Scholarship Fund was founded to honor and preserve the memory and generous spirit of a valued friend and professional colleague, Melissa Pellegrin. She was a 1994 graduate of the University of Central Florida (UCF) and a member of the STC's Orlando Chapter. She was an exceptional student who earned an STC undergraduate scholarship. After graduation she served on the Orlando Chapter's Education Committee. Melissa's a commitment to excellence was evident in the quality of her academic and professional work. She shared her enthusiasm in many ways, including professional presentations at conferences and meetings. She was employed as a technical communicator with The Technical Resource Connection Inc., in Tampa, until her untimely death in April 1997.

The Memorial Scholarship Dedication

The Melissa Pellegrin Memorial Scholarship Fund was officially dedicated on October 3, 1997 during the Trends '97 Conference, hosted by the Orlando Chapter of the STC. The fund provides scholarships and awards to selected outstanding undergraduates and graduate students at UCF. Each year, these students are presented with certificates and checks from the scholarship fund, and a plaque with all past and current recipients is displayed at UCF.

For Students: How to Apply

If you would like to be considered for this scholarship, please do the following:

1. Read the informational flier about the scholarship. The open period for applications is usually in January-February of each year. Specific information is provided in the flier.
2. Fill out a Scholarship Application.
3. Attach a copy of your transcripts – an unofficial copy will do – and highlight all technical writing courses on your transcripts. Graduate students should submit transcripts for graduate work only.
4. Send a letter to Ashley Carney, STC Education Committee Manager, at the address indicated in the flier, and discuss in the letter why you chose this discipline and why you want to become a technical communicator. You may also discuss your need for financial aid if applicable. Your letter should not exceed two pages and should meet the requirements of a good business letter.

For the Community: The Fund Needs Financial Support

To continue promoting academic growth and excellence among the students of technical writing, the STC Orlando Chapter has committed long-term capital investment to maintain and expand the Melissa Pellegrin Memorial Scholarship Fund as a self-sustaining endowment. We need your help and financial commitment. Your tax-deductible contribution will help ensure that STC's goals for academic excellence and mentoring in education are met. If you would like to make a donation, please send a check made payable to:

The Melissa Pellegrin Memorial Scholarship Fund
Treasurer, STC Orlando Chapter
P.O. Box 540444
Orlando, Florida   32854-0444
(IRS ID #31-0919557)

For further information e-mail: The Education Committee