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<style> body { font-family: Georgia, serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0; padding: 0; background-color: #f9f9f9; color: #333; } header { background-color: #4a90e2; color: #fff; padding: 2rem 1rem; text-align: center; } main { max-width: 800px; margin: 2rem auto; padding: 0 1rem; } h1, h2, h3 { margin-top: 1.5em; color: #2c3e50; } p { margin: 1em 0; } ul { margin: 1em 0 1em 2em; } a { color: #4a90e2; text-decoration: none; } a:hover { text-decoration: underline; } .highlight { background-color: #e8f4fd; padding: 0.5rem; border-left: 4px solid #4a90e2; margin: 1em 0; } </style><header> <h1>Robert Smiley Scholarship</h1> <p>Empowering students, enriching communities</p></header><main> <section> <h2>What Is the RobertSmiley Scholarship?</h2> <p>The RobertSmiley Scholarship was established in 1998 by the Smiley Family Trust to recognize and support highachieving undergraduate students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to community service. The scholarship is administered by the Office of Student Financial Aid at the University of Lexington (UL) and is awarded annually to a select group of students from any major.</p> <div class="highlight"> <strong>Key purpose:</strong> To remove financial barriers so talented students can focus on learning and civic engagement. </div> </section> <section> <h2>Eligibility Criteria</h2> <p>Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Be admitted as a fulltime undergraduate at UL.</li> <li>Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale.</li> <li>Show documented involvement in community service, leadership roles, or research.</li> <li>Submit a personal essay (max 800 words) describing how the scholarship will help achieve academic and career goals.</li> <li>Provide two letters of recommendationone academic, one from a community mentor or employer.</li> </ul> <p>International students are eligible provided they hold a valid UL visa and meet the academic standards.</p> </section> <section> <h2>Application Process</h2> <h3>1. Prepare Your Materials</h3> <p>Gather transcripts, letters of recommendation, a resume, and draft your personal essay. The scholarship committee looks for clear, concise writing and evidence of impact.</p> <h3>2. Complete the Online Form</h3> <p>Log in to the <a href="https://scholarships.u-lex.edu">UL Scholarship Portal</a> and fill out the RobertSmiley application. Upload all supporting documents as PDF files. The portal will confirm receipt via email.</p> <h3>3. Review and Submit</h3> <p>Doublecheck that every field is complete. Submissions are accepted until <strong>March15</strong> for the upcoming academic year. Late applications are not considered.</p> <h3>4. Interview (if selected)</h3> <p>Shortlisted candidates are invited to a 30minute interview with a panel of faculty and alumni. The interview assesses communication skills and the applicants vision for future contributions.</p> </section> <section> <h2>Benefits of the Scholarship</h2> <p>Recipients receive a renewable award of $5,000 per academic year, disbursed directly to tuition and fees. In addition to the monetary award, scholars enjoy:</p> <ul> <li>Priority access to research grants and travel funds.</li> <li>Mentorship from senior faculty members.</li> <li>Invitation to the annual Smiley Leadership Summit.</li> <li>A network of past scholars now working in various professional fields.</li> </ul> </section> <section> <h2>Past Recipients Stories of Impact</h2> <h3>Maria Gonzales, Class of 2022</h3> <p>Maria used her scholarship to fund a summer research project on renewable energy storage. The project earned a national award and led to a patent application.</p> <h3>Jamal Reed, Class of 2021</h3> <p>Jamal founded a campuswide tutoring program that now serves over 1,200 students each semester. He credits the scholarships financial support for allowing him to volunteer more hours.</p> <h3>Lena Cheng, Class of 2020</h3> <p>Lenas involvement in community health initiatives earned her a place on the citys advisory board. The scholarship enabled her to travel to a global health conference in Nairobi.</p> </section> <section> <h2>How the Scholarship Aligns With Robert Smileys Vision</h2> <p>Robert Smiley, a philanthropist and former UL trustee, believed that education should be a catalyst for social change. His legacy lives on through the scholarships emphasis on:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Academic Rigor:</strong> Encouraging scholastic excellence.</li> <li><strong>Leadership:</strong> Fostering the ability to influence positive outcomes.</li> <li><strong>Service:</strong> Instilling a responsibility to give back.</li> </ul> <p>Each scholar is expected to embody these three pillars during their time at UL and beyond.</p> </section> <section> <h2>Contact Information</h2> <p>For questions regarding eligibility, application procedures, or deadlines, please contact the Scholarship Office:</p> <ul> <li>Email: <a href="mailto:scholarships@u-lex.edu">scholarships@u-lex.edu</a></li> <li>Phone: (555) 1234567</li> <li>Office: Room 210, Student Services Building, University of Lexington</li> </ul> <p>Visit the official scholarship page for the latest updates: <a href="https://scholarships.u-lex.edu/robert-smiley">https://scholarships.u-lex.edu/robert-smiley</a></p> </section></main>