Louise Coe Spire Memorial Scholarship

The Louise Coe Spire Memorial Scholarship commemorates the life of Louise Spire. Louise lived in Omaha her entire life, with the exception of her college years. She graduated from Benson High School in 1974, from Hastings College in 1978, and received a MSW from the University of Nebraska at Omaha in 1985. Louse spent many years working with families and children at Head Start, Uta Halee Girls Village, Richard Young Hospital, Douglas County, and the Child Saving Institute. The amount of the scholarship varies.

Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for the Louise Coe Spire Memorial Scholarship includes, but is not limited to:
1.Regular (consistent) enrollment in an undergraduate degree program housed in the College of Public Affairs and Community Service (CPACS);
2.Sophomore, junior, or senior class standing;
3.A cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or above;
4.Demonstrated financial need; and,
5.Current, on-going involvement in volunteer activities in the community, preferably related to youth organizations.

Award
Varies
Deadline
03/01/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Please upload a Personal Statement that includes responses to the following:


    1. Describe why you are applying for the Louise Coe Spire Memorial Scholarship;


    2. Describe your current, on-going involvement with volunteer activities in the community;


    3. Describe how the scholarship will impact your UNO education;


    4. Describe your future goals and aspirations; and,


    5. Describe how you will honor the life of Louise Coe Spire.

  2. A letter of recommendation in support of your application is encouraged. Letters from family members or friends are not acceptable; however, letters from UNO faculty or staff, professional contacts, supervisors, mentors, community leaders, etc. are acceptable. Please provide the name and email address of one reference below. The reference you list will be sent an email asking to complete a reference letter on your behalf.