2023 BlueCross Power of We Scholarship Application

Welcome to the 2023 BlueCross Power of We Scholarship Application! The BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Foundation, in collaboration with the National Association of Health Services Executives (NAHSE) Memphis Chapter, is awarding six (6) recipients in recognition of outstanding achievements in community service, leadership, and academics. These scholarships are awarded to undergraduate students who wish to pursue careers in the field of health care.

*Important: Before you begin the application, please review the information below.

BlueCross Power of We Scholarship

The BlueCross Power of We Scholarship, sponsored by the BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Foundation is issued to six promising, Tennessee minority students who wish to pursue careers in the field of health care. This award is administered by the Memphis Chapter of the National Association of Health Services Executives (NAHSE).

About BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee's mission is to provide its customers and communities with peace of mind through better health. Founded in 1945, the Chattanooga-based company is focused on reinventing the health plan for its 3 million members in Tennessee and across the country.

About NAHSE

The National Association of Health Services Executives' purpose is to ensure greater participation of minority groups in the health field. Its basic objective is to develop and maintain a strong viable national body of health care leaders to have input in the national health care delivery system. NAHSE has provided a vehicle for African Americans and underserved minorities to effectively participate in the design, direction, and delivery of quality health care to all people.

Award Details and Application Guidelines

BlueCross Power of We Scholarship Award: $10,000

Eligibility Criteria

All applicants must be current undergraduate students. Awardees will be selected by the NAHSE Memphis Chapter and must meet the following criteria:

* A promising minority student with the intent to obtain a degree and pursue a career in the field of health care
* Classified as a college Sophomore or Junior by the application deadline
* Minimum 2.5 academic GPA (4.0 scale)
* At least 17 years old (by the application deadline)
* A citizen of the United States
* A resident of Tennessee AND attending an accredited college/university within the state of Tennessee
* Enrolled during the current academic school year and planning to enroll in the 2023-2024 school year.

Required Application Materials

* Official Academic Transcript
* Two (2) Letters of Recommendation: Academic AND Community Service
* Completion of short answer questions

* Short introductory video
* Photo (once submitted photo will be the property of the NAHSE Memphis Chapter)
* A mandatory interview is part of the application process. You will be contacted no later than two weeks after the application deadline to set up an interview. (Face-to-face interviews will be required for finalists.)

Deadline

ALL application materials must be received or postmarked by March 31, 2023.

Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

If you have any questions about the scholarship or application, please contact the NAHSE Memphis Chapter NAHSEmemphis@gmail.com

* PLEASE NOTE: The $10,000 award is paid out in one lump sum and is distributed by the recipient’s university.

If you are ready to apply, please confirm that you meet ALL of the following criteria:

(If you are not yet ready to apply, you can exit the form and come back at a later time.)
Check to agree that you meet all requirements (Required)

I am a minority student planning to pursue a career in HealthcareI am currently enrolled and will be enrolling as a full-time student for the 2022-2023 academic yearI am a college sophomore or junior, with least a 2.5 GPA or aboveI am at least 17 years oldI attend a college/university in the state of TennesseeI am a US Citizen and legal Tennessee Resident

1. Basic information

Please fill out the information below.
Full Name

First NameMiddle Initial Last Name
School E-mail
example@example.com
Personal E-mail
example@example.com
Age
ex. 24
Birth Date

MonthDayYear
Ethnicity
Select all that apply
Other (Ethnicity):
Cell Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Other/Home Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Permanent Home Address

Street Address

Apt/Suite #

CityState

Zip Code
Tennessee Hometown

2. Academic Information

Please fill out the information below. All information will be verified with your respective academic institutions.
What college or university do you attend?

Name of College or University

Street Address

CityState

Zip Code
School Phone Number
Student ID #
GPA
Student Status
Current Classification
Classification for the 2023-2024 school year
Will you be enrolling full-time for the entire 2023-2024 academic year?
Major
3. Biographical Sketch (Applicant Short Answer and Essay Questions)

Please answer all questions below. Note, you may draft your responses in Word or similar then copy/paste your responses in the boxes below.
Briefly describe how your major relates to a career in health care, and what specifically you aspire to do in the healthcare field.
Tell us about you outside of school -- How would you describe your character. And be sure to detail any community service, extracurricular and/or service organizations that you are involved with or an active member of.
What certificates or awards have you received?
If not applicable, type N/A
Why is diversity important in the healthcare workforce? Also describe how you plan to use your acquired skills and knowledge to help raise awareness of health issues in your community.
(Limit to approximately 500 words)
Why do you need this scholarship?
(Limit to approximately 250 words)

4. Brief Video Introduction

We want to learn more about you and see you in your natural element!
Video Requirement Instructions

Step 1: Record one video where you:
- Briefly introduce yourself (think in terms of a networking "elevator speech"). And tell us how this scholarship will help you on your path to a future career in helathcare.
- This video must be 2 minutes or less.
Step 2: Once complete, upload your file to YouTube. Make sure your video is set/saved as "Unlisted"
- Your uploaded video file should have an individual URL link that you can copy and paste. Submit the link in field below.
Frequently Asked Questions

Should I prepare before recording?

We are not looking for perfectly rehearsed answers. The goal is to get to know you better.

Can I read from a script?

You can reference notes while talking but our strong preference is to see you speak naturally.

Can I record the video on my phone?

Absolutely! It's preferred to keep the recording process as simple as possbile for you.

Can I edit the video?

We prefer that the video be one continuous stream of you talking. No editing, adding visuals, sound effects, etc. is necessary. Keep it simple!

What if I go over 2 minutes?

The requirement is that the video is 2 minutes or less. Video submissions exceeding the time limit will not be reviewed.
Copy/Paste video URL link here:
5. Letters of Recommendation

Please follow the instructions below.
This application requires two letters of recommendation from two different people.

1. Academic Letter (Teacher, Professor, Academic Advisor, etc.)
2. Community Letter (Volunteer Coordinator, Pastor, Community leader etc.)

In the designated areas below, please provide the names of both recommenders, their emails, and how long you've known them. After you've entered their information, it will be your duty to contact them and ask them to go to the link below and fill out their letter of recommendation.

Copy and send this link to the person who is recommending you: https://form.jotform.com/223348330037146

These steps are very important, your application will not be considered without your Letters of Recommendation. Both letters must be received by March 31, 2023.
Academic

(i.e. Professor, Academic Advisor)
Recommender Name

First NameLast Name
Recommender's E-mail
example@example.com
Years of Relation
Community Service

(i.e. Volunteer Coordinator, Pastor etc)
Recommender Name

First NameLast Name
Recommender's E-mail
example@example.com
Years of Relation

6. Academic Transcript

You must have your official academic transcript submitted to be considered for this award.
Official transcripts must come directly from your academic institution.

If your school offers official transcripts via secure email, please have transcripts emailed to NAHSEmemphis@gmail.com. You may also have your institution submit the transcript via U.S. mail to:

NAHSE MEMPHIS CHAPTER

Attn: Selection Committee

P.O. Box 40051

Memphis, Tennessee 38174-0051

Transcripts must be received or postmarked by March 31, 2023.
7. Now, we need a picture!

Please upload a picture of yourself.
Applicant Picture

Completing the 2023 Power of We Scholarship Application

Fill each checkbox in below and make sure everything in the form is filled out properly.
Checklist. Make sure you do ALL of these things. Please double check your form.

I read the Scholarship Overview and Award GuidelinesI completed the entire Basic Information and Academic information sectionsI completed the Biographical Sketch section to the best of my abilityMy letters of recommendation have been submitted (or will be before the deadline)I read the essay topic and wrote the essayOfficial Transcript has been submitted to NAHSE Memphis (or will before the deadline)I uploaded a pictureI feel that I am ready to submit my application!!

How did you hear about this scholarship? *
Other
Submitting! (or come back and finish your application later)
If you're sure everything is filled out correctly, click Submit

If you'd like to come back and finish your application later, click Submit, and you will receive the link to your application in a confirmation email. You will use that link to return to your application, make changes, and complete. Your full application must be completed by the application deadline, March 31, 2023.

(You may also print a copy for your records)
Should be Empty:

1. Basic information

2. Academic Information

3. Biographical Sketch (Applicant Short Answer and Essay Questions)

4. Brief Video Introduction

5. Letters of Recommendation

Academic

Community Service

6. Academic Transcript

7. Now, we need a picture!

Completing the 2023 Power of We Scholarship Application

Submitting! (or come back and finish your application later)