2021 Marek Scholarship Application

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John L., Bill, & Ralph Marek founded the Marek Family of Companies with a strong commitment to its employees and their families. The MAREK tradition of developing and nurturing employees provides a unique opportunity for individuals looking for a career in the construction industry. For this reason, the MAREK Scholarship was established.
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n Rules and Requirements
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n A. Eligibility
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n 1. Applicant must enroll in a college, university or post-secondary institution during the fall semester of 2021. Current high school seniors and college students are eligible.
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n 2. Applicant must be a full-time employee with at least one consecutive year of service with a MAREK member firm or a dependent of a full-time employee of a MAREK member firm with at least one consecutive year of service.
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n (Preference MAY be given to those pursuing a construction related degree and first generation college students.)
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n B. Application
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n 1. The applicant is responsible for ensuring all of the following items are received by the MAREK Scholarship Committee by May 28, 2021.
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n • Completed online application form
n • Two letters of reference
n • Official high school and/or college transcripts
n • Essay from applicant titled: Why I Should Receive the MAREK Scholarship
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n Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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n C. Awards
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n 1. The number and dollar amount of awards will be determined by the scholarship committee. The minimum award will be $1,000 and the maximum could be $2,000.
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n 2. The applications will be reviewed by the MAREK Scholarship Committee. The committee will consider each applicant’s interest in construction, grades, extracurricular activities, employment experience, and financial need.
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n 3. Some restrictions may be made on the use of the funds.
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n 4. All scholarship recipients will be notified on or before July 01, 2021. Scholarship funds will be disbursed upon receipt of proof of enrollment.
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n 5. If selected you will be required to provide us with your Social Security Number for distribution of funds. We will contact you for that information if you are selected to receive a scholarship.
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n D. Miscellaneous
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n To complete the online application, click here.
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n Questions? Email Marvie Oracion at [email protected] or call 713-681-2626 x3045.
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n Official transcripts should be mailed to:
n MAREK
n Attn: Marvie Oracion
n 2115 Judiway
n Houston, Texas 77018

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