[USA] The Steve Hymans Extended Stay Scholarship Program
Overview
This scholarship honors Steve Hymans, a 25-year veteran of the hospitality industry and one of the extended stay segment's most knowledgeable and experienced professionals. He held the position of Vice President of the Southeast Region of Hyatt Select Hotels and its AmeriSuites and Summerfield Suites brands from September 2005, till his death in March 2006. Previously, Hymans worked for the Hawthorn Suites brand of US Franchise Systems and was instrumental in a decade of managing its growth and development. A native of Ann Arbor, Mich., Hymans attended Michigan State University. This scholarship was established by the AH&LA Extended Stay Council to educate students about the needs, interests, and concerns of the extended stay segment.
Eligibility Criteria
- Enrolled full- or part-time.
- Have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident.
- Have at least some experience either working or interning (paid or unpaid) at a lodging property. Preference will be given to those applicants with experience at an extended stay property.
Scholarship Awards
Baccalaureate Majors - $2,000 full-time enrollment; or $1,000 part-time
Associate Majors - $1,000 full-time enrollment; or $500 part-timeDo not apply for 2008 academic scholarship or attempt to edit an existing 2007 academic scholarship. The Foundation will not review any academic scholarships reviewed between May 2 - December 31. If you are interested in applying for 2008 scholarship, you must do after January 1, 2008.
Application Process
Hymans Scholarships are Self Nominated which means students do not have to attending particular school or be nominated by their respective schools. Applicants must complete all sections of the AH&LEF Scholarship Application including Appendix A.Recent Recipients
View list of 2007 Hymans Scholarship recipients.
