2026 William M. Maguy Scholarship Application |
Carefully read the attached instruction sheet and type or print in black ink. The deadline to submit this application is April 30, 2026, and it must include this cover page and all other required attachments. Applications can be received at the Proteus Administration Office,1830 N. Dinuba Blvd. Visalia, CA 93291 by the deadline. However, if you choose to mail your application, the envelope must be postmarked no later than April 30, 2026. Applications can also be emailed to: mmailo@proteusinc.org. All late, incomplete, and/or modified applications will be rejected.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REQUIRED*
Please complete and attach all five (5) items to this application:
1- Essay (Choose one of the topics below- No more than 1500 words). The essay will be graded on grammar, spelling, sentence structure, clear expression of ideas, and central theme.
• There has been a large number of shootings and threats of violence recently in schools and colleges in the Central Valley and the United States. What are some strategies parents, teachers, and leaders could incorporate to address these issues when working with students?
• The Central San Joaquin Valley is constantly overlooked for programs funding issues like social services to combat poverty and youth programs. What are some strategies that you feel need to be implemented that will allow the Central Valley to compete against the larger urban areas, such as Los Angeles and the Bay Area?
2- Grade Point Average: Please attach your most recent transcript. Please note: The William Maguy Scholarship applicant must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
3- Competitive Honors: List any honors or awards you have received through school or community events. These awards can be given by a variety of entities, including clubs, schools, honor societies, civic organizations, or church organizations.
4- One letter of Recommendation: This letter can be up to one year old (It does not have to be an original letter), but should speak on how long and in what capacity the person has known you, your potential or abilities, and why you deserve a scholarship.
5- Personal Statement: (no more than 1000 words) What are your career and personal goals? List any community service activities you are involved in; list hobbies and leisure activities, and answer why Proteus should select you to receive this scholarship.
Majors/Programs in the Social Science field include, but are not limited to;
Political science
Religious Studies
Liberal Arts
Communications
Urban studies
Sociology
Public Administration
Please complete and attach all five (5) items to this application:
1- Essay (Choose one of the topics below- No more than 1500 words). The essay will be graded on grammar, spelling, sentence structure, clear expression of ideas, and central theme.
• There has been a large number of shootings and threats of violence recently in schools and colleges in the Central Valley and the United States. What are some strategies parents, teachers, and leaders could incorporate to address these issues when working with students?
• The Central San Joaquin Valley is constantly overlooked for programs funding issues like social services to combat poverty and youth programs. What are some strategies that you feel need to be implemented that will allow the Central Valley to compete against the larger urban areas, such as Los Angeles and the Bay Area?
2- Grade Point Average: Please attach your most recent transcript. Please note: The William Maguy Scholarship applicant must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
3- Competitive Honors: List any honors or awards you have received through school or community events. These awards can be given by a variety of entities, including clubs, schools, honor societies, civic organizations, or church organizations.
4- One letter of Recommendation: This letter can be up to one year old (It does not have to be an original letter), but should speak on how long and in what capacity the person has known you, your potential or abilities, and why you deserve a scholarship.
5- Personal Statement: (no more than 1000 words) What are your career and personal goals? List any community service activities you are involved in; list hobbies and leisure activities, and answer why Proteus should select you to receive this scholarship.
Majors/Programs in the Social Science field include, but are not limited to;
Political science
Religious Studies
Liberal Arts
Communications
Urban studies
Sociology
Public Administration