Student Scholarships
The Margaret A. Patrick & W. Don Welch International Trade Scholarships
*College Students*
ABOUT THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year, the S.C. International Trade Conference presents scholarships to students in memory of Mrs. Margaret A. Patrick, who was instrumental in the development of the Trade Conference and its outstanding support of transportation education, and in memory of W. Don Welch, the former executive director of the South Carolina State Ports Authority. In 2019, seven scholarships were awarded, ranging from $1,500 to $2,500.
An applicant must be a currently enrolled at a college or university with a minimum 3.0 overall GPA. Applicants must also be either: (1) a S.C. resident attending any college or university (2) attending any South Carolina college or university regardless of residency (3) major study as International Trade, Supply Chain Management or Business Degree.
The selection and ranking criteria, in order of importance, are:
Beyond this scholarship offer, students are also invited to attend the Conference’s daily business sessions at no charge. These sessions are planned to be held at the Gaillard Convention Center, Downtown Charleston. Each session will be led by professionals who are confronted daily by a variety of international trade and logistics issues.
Each year, the S.C. International Trade Conference presents scholarships to students in memory of Mrs. Margaret A. Patrick, who was instrumental in the development of the Trade Conference and its outstanding support of transportation education, and in memory of W. Don Welch, the former executive director of the South Carolina State Ports Authority. In 2019, seven scholarships were awarded, ranging from $1,500 to $2,500.
An applicant must be a currently enrolled at a college or university with a minimum 3.0 overall GPA. Applicants must also be either: (1) a S.C. resident attending any college or university (2) attending any South Carolina college or university regardless of residency (3) major study as International Trade, Supply Chain Management or Business Degree.
The selection and ranking criteria, in order of importance, are:
- Proven interest or experience in International Trade, Supply Chain Management or Business related area, to include work or volunteer experience;
- Current academic standing and performance (must be a rising junior or senior with a minimum overall GPA)
- Narrative and letter of recommendation; and
- Honors and extracurricular activities.
Beyond this scholarship offer, students are also invited to attend the Conference’s daily business sessions at no charge. These sessions are planned to be held at the Gaillard Convention Center, Downtown Charleston. Each session will be led by professionals who are confronted daily by a variety of international trade and logistics issues.
If you have questions about this scholarship, please contact us.
Congratulations to 2019 Winners
Margaret A Patrick & W. Don Welch Scholarship
Caroline Whitman Hearne ($2500 Anderson University)
Andrew Bridges ($2500 University of South Carolina, Darla Moore School of Business)
Ellen Vanagel ($2500 University of South Carolina)
Grace Greer ($2000 Clemson University)
Wyatt Metzdorf ($2000 University of South Carolina)
Chloe Lark Ramey Satzger ($1500 Clemson University)
Elijah Thomas ($1000 University of South Carolina)
Caroline Whitman Hearne ($2500 Anderson University)
Andrew Bridges ($2500 University of South Carolina, Darla Moore School of Business)
Ellen Vanagel ($2500 University of South Carolina)
Grace Greer ($2000 Clemson University)
Wyatt Metzdorf ($2000 University of South Carolina)
Chloe Lark Ramey Satzger ($1500 Clemson University)
Elijah Thomas ($1000 University of South Carolina)
The Joy Latta Scholarship for Technical Colleges & Trade Schools
*Technical College & Trade School Students*
ABOUT THE SCHOLARSHIP
Commencing in 2020, the SC International trade Conference will present a scholarship in honor of Joy Latta, who has served on the Trade Conference Board of Directors for 23 years. Joy will soon be retiring after serving as the Demand Process and Logistics Manager at SELEE Corporation for nearly 33 years in Hendersonville, North Carolina. The Joy Latta Scholarship will dedicate funds to those students pursuing education and skills from technical colleges and trade schools.
An applicant must be currently enrolled in an accredited South Carolina Trade or Technical School with a minimum 3.0 overall GPA. In addition, applicants must also be: (1) a South Carolina resident attending any trade school or technical college, or (2) attending any South Carolina trade school or technical college regardless of residency, and (3) focus of study in International Trade, Supply Chain Management or relevant skilled trade.
The selection and ranking criteria, in order of importance, are:
Beyond this scholarship offer, students are also invited to attend the Conference’s daily business sessions at no charge. These sessions are planned to be held at the Gaillard Convention Center, Downtown Charleston. Each session will be led by professionals who are confronted daily by a variety of international trade and logistics issues.
Commencing in 2020, the SC International trade Conference will present a scholarship in honor of Joy Latta, who has served on the Trade Conference Board of Directors for 23 years. Joy will soon be retiring after serving as the Demand Process and Logistics Manager at SELEE Corporation for nearly 33 years in Hendersonville, North Carolina. The Joy Latta Scholarship will dedicate funds to those students pursuing education and skills from technical colleges and trade schools.
An applicant must be currently enrolled in an accredited South Carolina Trade or Technical School with a minimum 3.0 overall GPA. In addition, applicants must also be: (1) a South Carolina resident attending any trade school or technical college, or (2) attending any South Carolina trade school or technical college regardless of residency, and (3) focus of study in International Trade, Supply Chain Management or relevant skilled trade.
The selection and ranking criteria, in order of importance, are:
- Proven interest in International Trade, Supply Chain Management or Business related area, to include work or volunteer experience;
- Current academic standing and performance minimum 3.0 overall GPA;
- Narrative and letter of recommendation; and
- Honors and extracurricular activities.
Beyond this scholarship offer, students are also invited to attend the Conference’s daily business sessions at no charge. These sessions are planned to be held at the Gaillard Convention Center, Downtown Charleston. Each session will be led by professionals who are confronted daily by a variety of international trade and logistics issues.
The Harry J. Wamboldt Scholarship in Manufacturing, Engineering & Science
*High School Students*
ABOUT THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year, the S.C. International Trade Conference presents scholarships to students in memory of Harry J. Wamboldt, who was instrumental in helping the growth of international manufacturing in South Carolina. Harry served on many non-profit boards in the low country as well as statewide. In 2019, three scholarships for $1,000 - $1,500 each were awarded to three outstanding high school seniors.
An applicant must be a 2020 graduating high school senior with a minimum 3.0 overall GPA in high school. In addition, applicants must also be: (1) a South Carolina resident (2) planning to attend an accredited college or university to study Business, International Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Engineering or Science.
The selection and ranking criteria, in order of importance, are:
Beyond this scholarship offer, students are also invited to attend the Conference’s daily business sessions at no charge. These sessions are planned to be held at the Gaillard Convention Center, Downtown Charleston. Each session will be led by professionals who are confronted daily by a variety of international trade and logistics issues.
Each year, the S.C. International Trade Conference presents scholarships to students in memory of Harry J. Wamboldt, who was instrumental in helping the growth of international manufacturing in South Carolina. Harry served on many non-profit boards in the low country as well as statewide. In 2019, three scholarships for $1,000 - $1,500 each were awarded to three outstanding high school seniors.
An applicant must be a 2020 graduating high school senior with a minimum 3.0 overall GPA in high school. In addition, applicants must also be: (1) a South Carolina resident (2) planning to attend an accredited college or university to study Business, International Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Engineering or Science.
The selection and ranking criteria, in order of importance, are:
- Current academic standing and performance (must be a graduating high school senior with a minimum 3.0 overall GPA);
- Demonstrated interest in Business, International Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Engineering and/or Science;
- Narrative and letter of recommendation; and
- Honors and extracurricular activities.
Beyond this scholarship offer, students are also invited to attend the Conference’s daily business sessions at no charge. These sessions are planned to be held at the Gaillard Convention Center, Downtown Charleston. Each session will be led by professionals who are confronted daily by a variety of international trade and logistics issues.
Congratulations to 2019 Winners
Harry J. Wambolt Scholarship
Mackenzi Even Nierduffy ($1500 Wando High School)
Katelyn Bernadette Schmedeke ($1000 Ashley Ridge High School)
Isabella C. Kilper ($1000 Spring Hill High School)
Mackenzi Even Nierduffy ($1500 Wando High School)
Katelyn Bernadette Schmedeke ($1000 Ashley Ridge High School)
Isabella C. Kilper ($1000 Spring Hill High School)
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