Allies for Queers Scholarship

The Ally for Queers Scholarship supports Miramar College Queer-Ally students towards achieving their academic, career, and personal goals. This $250 scholarship recognizes and supports individuals who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to advocating for and uplifting the LGBTQ+ community. Applicants must demonstrate a clear passion for promoting equality, understanding, and positive change, with a focus on fostering solidarity and respect for LGBTQ+ identities. This scholarship aims to encourage continued efforts to bridge gaps, amplify queer voices, and create a more inclusive and supportive society for all.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

  • Must have minimum of 2.5 GPA
  • Must be currently enrolled in 6 units for Spring 2025
  • Student identifies as an ally, participates in queer events on/off-campus, or has a family member that identifies as queer
  • Completed FAFSA/CADAA with unmet need

Award
$250.00
Deadline
02/28/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Essay (500 words minimum) answering the following.
    • Describe experiences that influenced your understanding as being an ally and a student hereat Miramar?
    • How does your role as an ally within the LGBTQIA+ community play apart or shape who you are today?
    • In what ways will you use your understanding of ally-ship to advocate for queer folx and create visibility within the LGBTQIA+ community, both academic and professionally?
    • What are some future academic and career goals do you aspire to accomplish?