Emerging HR Professionals

LASHRM Student Scholarship

La Crosse Area SHRM offers one $1,000 scholarship to a student pursuing a career in human resources. Applications are accepted in the fall of every year with the recipients being announced in early December.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Enrolled as a part-time or full-time student in a two or four year business related undergraduate program, such as human resources or related course of study
• Overall GPA of 2.75 or higher
• LASHRM Student Member preferred

Scholarship Selection Criteria:

• All-around academic standing
• Participation in university and community activities
• Demonstration of leadership qualities
• Interest in the human resources field
• Preference will be given to Human Resource Management majors and those with relevant and related work experience

To be considered for a scholarship, students must provide the following information:

• A purpose statement one page in length describing why you are pursuing a degree in HR or your related field
• Current resume
• List all school activities, including SHRM and relevant organizations, in which you have participated during your college experience.
• List all community activities in which you have participated without pay.
• Note all special awards, honors, and offices held. Include participation in any research projects as well.
• Transcript (official or unofficial)

All scholarship applications must be submitted by November 16, 2026 to be considered. All applicants will be notified by December 2026.

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