APPLICATION PACKET
Ryan Beaulieu was a young ornithologist, environmentalist, and
conservationist whose love of the earth and all its creatures and his
desire to protect them was but one example of his spirit and wisdom
beyond his years. He was 17 years old when a tragic accident took his
life on August 27, 2005, during a birding trip in eastern New Mexico.
Ryan was a member of the Central New Mexico Audubon Society, New Mexico
Ornithologist Society, The American Birding Association, The Rio Grande
Nature Center, Rio Grande Bird Research Group, and an originator and
principal bander of the Rosy-finch Research Project at the Sandia Crest.
Ryan’s gift was his love for bird watching and his connection to
nature. His life was filled with the joy of exploration and discovery
of nature, and this sustains his family, his friends, and the birding
community of which he was a part. This scholarship fund was established
“to give testimony to the living legacy of what Ryan gave to all of us
as family, friends, and community.”
Eligibility
1. The scholarship is open to youth between the ages of 13 to 20.
Applicants are
accepted from youth living in the United
States but preference will be given to
residents of New Mexico.
2. The scholarship is open to youth leaders, teachers,
naturalists, and community
educators who are actively involved in
educational programs for youth in a
professional or volunteer setting. Applicants
are accepted from youth leaders
living in the United States but preference
will be given to residents of New Mexico.
3. The scholarship can be used to attend a specific
program/camp/course or research
project pertaining to the candidate’s interest
in the natural sciences.
Application Process and Deadline
Scholarship awards will be paid directly to the program the participant
will be participating in. Transportation required to participate will
be the sole responsibility of the individual scholarship recipient.
Selection of scholarship recipients will be made by a committee of the
Central New Mexico Audubon’s board, the Central New Mexico Audubon’s
education committee, and other interested parties. Contact CNMAS
for information about dates of awards and deadlines for submitting
applications.
Required Submissions:
A) Application Form
Complete the entire application form. Fill in all blanks. Do not write
“see above” or “see resume.” Please type or print clearly.
B) Letters of Reference
Submit two letters of recommendation from a teacher, park naturalist,
ranger, wildlife biologist, local Audubon or birding club expert, or
others qualified to recommend candidate. All letters of recommendation
must be signed and dated. Letters of reference cannot be written by a
parent or relative.
C) Personal Statement
In 200 to 500 words, describe why you want this opportunity and what
activities you are currently involved with related to natural sciences
in your school and community.
Questions?
If you have any questions, please contact Helen Haskell via e-mail.
Please make sure you type “Ryan Beaulieu” in the subject line.
Ryan D. Beaulieu Youth Memorial Scholarship
Application due [Contact CNMAS for deadline]
Application Form
Please print. Attach additional sheets if necessary.
Name _________________________________________________________________
Address _______________________________________________________________
City/State/Zip
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Phone _________
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area
code
School Attending __________________________ Grade
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Date of Birth ___________________ Age
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Gender: Male Female
Responsible Parent or Legal Guardian
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Address ________________________________________________________________
City/State/Zip
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Phone _________ ______________
area
code
Information about the program you wish to participate in:
Program Name _________________________________________________________
Location _______________________________________________________________
Dates of Attendance: From ______________________ To
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Deadline for the Application to this Program
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Is there a website that can be accessed electronically? E-mail address?
Fax? Phone?
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Estimated expenses for this program:
Tuition and Fees
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Please enclose any printed information about your program (i.e.
brochure), if available.
If granted, CNMAS will disperse funding directly to the program for
tuition and fees associated with attending the event.
Personal Expenses ______________________________________________________
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No personal expenses are guaranteed, but you may request some. Please
list those you would like us to consider. Personal expenses may include
lodging, meals, travel, books, special clothing or gear required for
the activity. CNMAS does not provide transportation or arrange
transportation to and from programs. The funding awarded directly to
the recipient may be used at the recipient’s discretion for any and all
expenses associated with attending the program. CNMAS may grant all or
part of the expenses requested.
Applicant Signatures:
Applicant ____________________________________ Date __________
Responsible Parent/Guardian
_____________________________________________ Date__________
Parent/Guardian signature is required unless the applicant is 18 years
of age or older and is not listed as a dependent on the
parent/guardian’s tax return.
Checklist for Mailing:
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This application
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Two letters of recommendation
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Personal statement
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Information about program
Submit Materials to:
Central New
Mexico Audubon Society
Education Committee
P.O. Box 30002
Albuquerque, NM 87190-0002
All information provided will be held confidential and used for the
sole purpose of determination of the scholarship applied for.
The Ryan D. Beaulieu Youth Memorial Scholarship is made possible by the
Central New Mexico Audubon Society and the Lannan Foundation.