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Scholarship Opportunities

 

CSE Member Scholarships

CSE Federal Credit Union was created in 1938 by a group of 14 school teachers in the halls of the old McKinley High School. In the years since, financial education has been a staple in our credit union’s core values and business model. We are proud to be able to put more resources towards education by continuing the CSE Federal Credit Union Scholarship Fund.

In 2022, our scholarship was renamed to the Barnes Family Educational Scholarship to honor the family legacy of our retiring President and CEO, R. Stanley Barnes. The Barnes Family has been around CSE Federal Credit Union since the beginning. In fact, Stan’s grandfather, J.R. Barnes, was one of the original 14 charter members who formed the credit union back in 1938. Stan’s father, Richard (Dick) Barnes was involved in the credit union as a Board Member for 10 years and a credit union advocate for his entire life, and Stan recently completed 28 years of service as President and CEO, dating back to 1994. It’s a natural fit to name our scholarship after the Barnes Family. Education is in their DNA – Stan’s grandfather and father were both educators in the Canton City School District.

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Overview

CSE Federal Credit Union will present four (4) $2,500 Scholarships for post-secondary education in 2024. 

The window to submit scholarship applications is now closed. Please check back later for future scholarship opportunties.

"Put together a creative, engaging 1 – 2 minute video that dives into the unique ways different generations approach and utilize money. What can be learned from each generation? How will the next generation expect to use technology when it comes to their money in the future?"

Eligibility

Any CSE Federal Credit Union member can apply, but must be enrolled in a program of study at an accredited university, college, or private vocational/technical program in the United States, pursuing one of the following:

  • Graduate-level degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Associate degree
  • Certificate of program completion

Ohio Credit Union Foundation Scholarship

In keeping with the spirit of the credit union philosophy of People Helping People, the Ohio Credit Union Foundation is offering three scholarships toward college tuition. The first-place winner will receive $5,000, second place $2,500, and third place a $1,000 scholarship. Students are encouraged to submit video applications now through April 26, 2024.

The three scholarships are available to student applicants who are:

  • a high school senior;
  • a member of an Ohio-based credit union; and
  • plan to pursue an undergraduate degree during the 2024-2025 school year.

To apply for a video scholarship, students should create a 1 to 2-1/2-minute video addressing this year's topic:

"How does your credit union demonstrate financial inclusion for all?"

Video entries can be edgy, funny, bold, simple, serious – or anything in between. Entries will be judged on the accuracy of information presented, effectiveness in addressing the scholarship question, and originality.

All video entries must be submitted by Friday, April 26, 2024, by 11:59:59 p.m. EDT.

Congratulations to our 2023 Scholarship Winners!

Thank you to all members who submitted videos applications. Many of them could have been a winning entry. The 3rd Annual Barnes Family Educational Scholarship Video Contest winners have been announced and we couldn't be more excited for these four individuals who answered the question "Put together a creative, engaging 1 – 2 minute video outlining your 5 best survival tips during difficult financial times, and the role your credit union should play in weathering a financial storm.":

Corbin W.

Hannah R.

Siena P.

Stiles D.

 

Past Winners

2022
Corbin W.
Hannah M.
Siena P.
Whisper J.

2021
Corbin W.
Michael G.
Rachel P.
Whisper J.

2020
Jack B.
Matthew H.
Whisper J.
Klaire V.

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