National Fellowships

As the federal memorial to our thirty-third president, the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation awards up to $30,000 scholarships to college juniors who plan to pursue careers in government or elsewhere in public service, and wish to attend graduate school to help prepare for their careers. Truman Scholars participate in leadership development programs and have special opportunities for internships and employment with the federal government.

The Truman Foundation seeks future "change agents" who aspire to leadership positions in federal, state, or local governments or in the not-for-profit and education sectors where they can influence public policies and change public programs. Truman Scholars should have:

• extensive records of public and community service;
• commitment to careers in government and elsewhere in the public sector
• outstanding leadership potential and communication skills

Former Truman Scholars serve as managers of government programs, legislators and aides for legislative bodies, foreign service officers, staff members in policy analysis and research organizations, attorneys for government agencies, public defenders, and professional staff in advocacy organizations and not-for profit institutions.

Applications and transcripts must be submitted electronically to Karina Pickett at krpickett@willamette.edu.

A complete application consists of the application form and an informal transcript. You must provide the names of three potential recommenders, NOT written recommendation letters.