Foundation Scholarships

Elstran, William Memorial

This scholarship is offered by Mrs. Sydney Elstran in memory of her husband, William Elstran. The award is given to a deserving, capable student with a good social conscience and decent grades who demonstrates financial need. The student must attend UW-Eau Claire.

Application forms are available in the Chippewa Falls Senior High School (CFHS) Guidance Office. Applications should be typed and returned to the same office. Include the following items stapled to the application cover sheet: A resume’ that includes curricular, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities showing community involvement, employment experience, personal interests and hobbies, and a zest for life. Years of participation, leadership positions held and any honors or awards A short essay discussing your qualifications based on the Elstran family’s criteria set forth in the first paragraph of the application form. Maximum length is one page. Two recommendations from people who can speak to your academic ability and potential and your qualifications for the scholarship A copy of your transcript with grades and class rank through the first semester of the senior year and test scores A copy of your student aid report (SAR) and a paragraph explaining your financial circumstances.

Determined by the high school Guidance Office.

Based on the criteria information above

The high school Guidance Office will send the recipient a notification letter. The UW-Eau Claire Foundation and Financial Aid offices should each receive a copy of the award letter prior to July 1.

The recipient should send a thank-you note to Mrs. Sydney Elstran in care of the UW-Eau Claire Foundation office, Schofield Hall 214, UW-Eau Claire. A copy of the note will also be sent to Kathryn and Jan Ver Hagen.