AYF Accepting Applications for Nanor Krikorian Memorial Scholarship

The Armenian Youth Federation Western Region is now accepting applications for the 2012 AYF Nanor Krikorian Memorial Scholarship, a merit based award for high school and college students seeking financial aid to further their education.

“We are pleased to have the opportunity to financially assist hard-working students who not only strive to achieve academic excellence but also display outstanding activism within their communities while making significant, progressive changes,” says AYF Central Executive member Sanan Haroun.

The scholarship awards graduating high school seniors and college students of Armenian descent grants to fund their pursuit of higher education. Scholarship awards of $1000, $500, and $250 are given annually to qualified students who go through the application process and show exemplary merit. Particular emphasis is placed on a student’s public service and extracurricular activities in the community.

“The AYF will always continue to encourage and support bright minds whose intelligence surpasses the scope of the classroom and digs deep into the grassroots level within the community,” added Haroun.

The application requires the form, a personal statement, and two letters of recommendation. Applications must be postmarked or submitted online by April 15th, 2012. For questions or more information, contact the AYF Office at (818) 507-1933.

Managed by the AYF’s Educational Committee, the “Nanor Krikorian” Memorial Scholarship was established in March of 2003 in memory of AYF member Nanor Krikorian, whose life was tragically cut short due to cancer.

Founded in 1933, the Armenian Youth Federation is the largest and most influential Armenian-American youth organization in the United States working to advance the social, political, educational, and cultural awareness of Armenian-American youth.