1.  $10,000 (10 Monthly Installments) For Full-time Graduate Study in Following Academic Year  35 fellowship awarded out of ~200 apps (1 in 6)  Some awarded without stipend  Begin Application Process Online at http://www.tbp.org/TBPAPPS/ http://www.tbp.org/TBPAPPS/  Applications open November 1  Applications due January 31  www.tbp.org/pages/About/Programs/Fellowshi p/Fellowship.cfm

2.  $2,000 for full senior year  $1,000 for semester, trimester, or 2 quarters  Look at high scholastic achievements, faculty recommendation, extra-curricular activities, and clear plan for future achievement  Begin Application Process Online at http://www.tbp.org/TBPAPPS/ http://www.tbp.org/TBPAPPS/  Applications open November 1  Applications due March  www.tbp.org/pages/About/Programs/Scholar ship/Scholarship.cfm

3.  Recognition of achievement in Arts, Athletics, Service, or Diverse Achievement  $2,500 + Recognition at Convention  Nomination includes nominee biography, 3 letters of reference, nomination letter from Advisory Board, and description of nominee’s contribution to liberal culture and TBP.  Nominations due April 1

4.  Recognition for continually living up to eligibility code and fostering a spirit of liberal culture throughout their lives  Recognition at Convention  $2,000 scholarship given in name of recipient  Nominations due February 1  http://www.tbp.org/pages/About/Programs/ DistinguishedAlum/DistinguishedAlumnusNo minationForm.doc.

5.  Recognition of Outstanding Performance as a Chapter Advisor  $1,000 + Recognition at Convention  $1,000 to Dean’s Discretionary Fund  Nomination to include letters from Advisory Board, Dean of Engineering, and District Director, 1-3 page description of contributions of nominee to the chapter, and resume.  Nominations due April 1

6.  Medallion + $1,000 + Recognition at Convention  $1,000 to Nominating Chapter  Nomination to include one page summary of achievements and contributions and two letters of reference.  Nominations due April 1

7.  R.C. Matthews Outstanding Chapter Award ◦ Top award available to a chapter ◦ Must receive Secretary’s Commendation, Project Award, and Membership Award to be considered  R.H. Nagel Most Improved Chapter Award ◦ Recognition of chapters that have made a substantial effort to greatly improve their chapter’s performance  J.D. Froula Most Improved Membership Award ◦ Recognition of chapters that have made a substantial effort to greatly improve their chapter’s membership

8.  Grants for Public Oriented Projects  Up to $750  Apply in advance of the project  Proposals accepted throughout the year  Proposals judged on ◦ Emphasis of engineering service to society ◦ Originality, innovation, and potential impact on local community ◦ Significant participation by chapter membership

9.  Grants for K-12 Math & Science Projects  Up to $1,000  Apply in advance of the project  Proposals accepted throughout the year  Proposals judged on ◦ Establishment of a MindSET Chapter Implementation Team (CIT) ◦ Consistency of project emphasis with MindSET goals and objectives ◦ Measurable impact of project on local community ◦ Involvement of active chapter members in project

10.  Student Loans ◦ Loans are available in amounts ranging from $25 to $2,500. Repayment is required within 3 years, and the annual interest rate is 6%.  Student Assistance ◦ Assistance to members who would otherwise be unable to remain in college.  Long Term Care Financial Partners (LTCFP) ◦ Long Term Care Outreach and Education Program for members and their families. Program includes access to favorable rates on long-term care insurance from leading carriers.

11.  My Home Benefits ◦ Home benefits including: Mortgages Real Estate Moving Discounts Settling-in  GEICO ◦ Members may qualify for an additional discount of up to 8% on quality car insurance with complete 24-hour sales, policy, and claims service.

12.  The Best People - Job Connection ◦ Online job board specifically for Tau Bates ◦ Post your resume and apply for jobs  Recruiting Center ◦ Companies advertising in the Bent ◦ Specifically target Tau Bates for employment  Hobsons GradView Widget ◦ Free resource tool to research graduate programs  Professional Publications, Inc. (PPI) ◦ 30% discount on FE and PE exam preparation materials