The Suffield Observer Board of Directors will sponsor two scholarships to Suffield residents who will be entering an accredited college in September 2017. The two scholarships are in memory of Samuel S. Fuller, the founder of the paper, and Robert O.Y. Warren, a former chairman of the board.
Each $1,000 scholarship can be applied for by clicking the corresponding link below, by contacting the guidance department at Suffield High School or Suffield Academy, or by requesting a form from the Observer office.
The Samuel S. Fuller Scholarship is open to any Suffield resident who plans on studying journalism or communications and has a background of community service. The applicant is required to write a 500-700 word essay or give a five-minute presentation in an electronic medium about something he or she loves to do, bringing to life the applicant’s enthusiasm, emotion and passion for the topic. Sam inspired others to look at both sides of an issue and to become an active community participant. He was known for his generosity as well as his ability to laugh at himself.
Application: Click here for .doc / Click here for .pdf
The Robert O. Y. Warren III Scholarship is open to a Suffield resident who will be majoring in history, communications, journalism, creative writing or research and has also participated in community service. The applicant should write a 500-700 word essay about his or her favorite book or create a five-minute presentation in an electronic medium about the book. The student should be specific and creative in the descriptions of the book. Bob was a voracious reader and had a deliberate approach to solving problems, using research and analysis to make his reporting complete and comprehensive.
Application: Click here for .doc / Click here for .pdf
Scholarship applications must be completed and submitted by email to inbox@thesuffieldobserver.com or to the Observer office by March 31, 2017.