American Public Works Association
Chicago Metro Chapter
City Branch
Dr. Emil Nigro, P. E., Memorial Scholarship
The American Public Works Association (APWA) is a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit educational
and membership organization whose purpose is the advancement of the theory and
practice of the design, construction, maintenance, administration, and operation of public
work facilities and services; the dissemination of information and experience upon, and
the promotion of improved practices in public work administration; the encouragement of
the adherence by public work officials to a high professional standard; and the
professional and social improvements of its member; and the promotion of cooperation
among all public, quasi-public, and private persons , firms, corporations, bodies, utilities
and agencies which have interests in the field of public works.
In line with our purpose, the APWA has established a Mission
to promote professional
excellence; understanding of and competency and credibility in public works
. This
Mission is further served by delivering technical workshops, seminars, educational
conferences, trade shows and credentialing combined with the offering of educational
scholarships to further support public works professionals seeking continuing education
and students working towards an undergraduate or graduate degree in a public works
related field.
To fulfill our Mission, the City Branch of the Chicago Metropolitan Chapter of the
American Public Works Association is sponsoring a scholarship program for Candidates
Pursuing a Degree in a Public Works related field of study or Who are Employees of
Public Works Agencies and are Pursuing Continuing Education (Non-Degree Programs).
Chicago Metropolitan Chapter officers and/or City Branch officers, Directors or Members
of the 2015-16 APWA Chicago Scholarship Committee, or their family members, are not
eligible to receive a scholarship.
American Public Works Association
Chicago City Branch
Dr. Emil Nigro, P.E., Memorial Scholarship
2016 Scholarship Awards Announcement
For
NON-DEGREE
Programs
Must be public works and job related
Course(s) must start between September
2015 and August, 2016
Preference for APWA or APWA-related
courses or workshops
Scholarship Award may also be used to pay
tuition for the Illinois Public Service Institute
(IPSI)
Submission Procedure
Complete (& signed) application form
Course announcement/ description
Letter of recommendation from supervisor
Scan and pdf documents into one file and
send to apwa.chicagobranch@gmail.com
For College and University
DEGREE
Programs
Preference for junior year or higher standing
Preference for public works related major
Secondary preference for other engineering
or government related majors
Classes must start between September
2015 and August 2016 (Fall 2015, Winter
2015/16, Spring 2016, or Summer 2016)
Submission Procedure
Complete (& signed) application form
Complete course information
Transcript(s)
Letter of recommendation from faculty
Scan and pdf documents into one file and
send to apwa.chicagobranch@gmail.com
Dr. Emil Nigro, P.E. served the City of Chicago as an engineer in the Department of Public Works and Streets and Sanitation for over 20 years. His final position was Coordinating Engineer of Streets and Sanitation. He earned his undergraduate degree in engineering from IIT (Armor Institute) and eventually became one of the first to earn a Doctorate in Public Administration from Nova University. As a U.S. Navy Aviator during World War II, he was the chief pilot of the Navy’s fleet of Coronado Flying Boats.
He served as The American Public Works Association as President of the Chicago Metro Chapter and a founder and President of the City Branch.
In recognition of his commitment to education, public works, and his spirit, which encouraged many young engineers, the City Branch of APWA dedicates and memorializes these scholarships to his memory.
E-mail Application by February 15, 2016 to:
apwa.chicagobranch@gmail.com
American Public Works Association
City Branch
2016 Dr. Emil Nigro P.E.
Scholarship Application
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Non-Degree Program - Class / IPSI /Seminar / Workshop / Short Course (circle)
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College/University
Degree Program:
Degree Type_______________
Major ____________________
Minor _____________________
(circle)
Expected
award date:
Full / Part Time Student
____________,201_____
STUDENT INFORMATION
last name first name m.i. e-mail address
home address city state zip phone number
U.S. Citizen Yes/No If “No”, identify visa type and expiration Total years worked in
the Public Works Industry:
Employment Information (if applicable) Full time / Part time / Internship
employer: address:
telephone: e-mail:
service dates: job title:
duties:
supervisor:
title:
address:
telephone:
e-mail:
Social Security Number must be provided by scholarship recipients for tax reporting purposes if awarded a scholarship.
HIGH SCHOOL (circle) GRADUATED / GED Date of Award:
School Name:
Address:
Dates Attended:
Activities:
College/University Degree Program Applicants Only
:Current
College/University
Date Admitted: full / part time
School Name: City, State, County:
Year:
Credits Earned:
Sem. Qtr.
Major(s): Minor(s): Anticipated Degree:
Expected
Date: Additional Description:
Accredited by:
Submit a Letter of Recommendation from Advisor/Teacher/Previous Employer (Select at Least one) Include a copy of grades received from this institution (transcripts, report card, web transcripts)
Course # Name Credits
(Sem/Qtr):
Dates: Tuition
Non-Degree Program Applicants Only
:Course / Workshop / Seminar Course Title
Sponsor:
Course Location:
Description of Course:
Course Dates:
Tuition: CEU’s/PDH’s:
Attach a copy of the course announcement and a letter of approval from your supervisor on letterhead If awarded, original receipts and a copy of the completion certificate must be submitted.
All Applicants To Fill Out
Previous Colleges / Universities
Dates Attended School Name/Campus Major Minor Degree Date Awarded
Licenses, Certificates, and Achievements (Dean’s List, Semester Honors, etc.)
Title/Award Issued By Date(s)
Activities/Professional Organization Involvements
Supporting Documents
(Identify if attached or under separate cover)Student Financial Disclosure
Identify total amount of scholarships and other aid received in academic year 2014-2015 $___________ Academic year 2015-2016 $__________
Identify indebtedness for academic year 2015-2016 $_________ Estimated gross income for 2015 and 2016 $_____________$_____________ List ALL sources of financial aid for this course. Identify ALL scholarships, gifts, grants, tuition reimbursements, loans, etc.
How will the course(s) or degree you are pursuing ultimately benefit your agency,
community or society in general?
I certify that all the information which is herewith or will be submitted in application for a Dr. Emil Nigro P.E. Memorial Scholarship to be true and correct. I hereby authorize the Dr. Emil Nigro P.E. Memorial Scholarship Committee (Committee) of the City Branch of the Chicago Metro Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA) to verify that the information in my application and submissions. I understand the judgments of the Committee are final, and I will abide by them without recourse or action against the Committee or any and all members of APWA.
I further certify that neither I nor any member of my immediate family is an officer, director or member of a Scholarship Committee of the APWA, Chicago Metro Chapter, and/or the City Branch.
Applicants receiving monies for continuing education will document their educational experience to the City Branch of the Chicago Metro Chapter of APWA and provide a transcript of the completed course work. Please ensure that prior to submittal that the application is signed below:
Signed Date:
