Eugene Northrup Memorial Scholarship

The Eugene Northrup Memorial Scholarship is a $1,000 scholarship offered by United Steelworkers Local 712 to support the educational pursuits of high school seniors who are relatives of current or past USW members. This memorial scholarship provides financial assistance to students enrolling in college or vocational-technical schools. Eligible applicants must be high school seniors planning to enroll in college or vocational-technical school with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher. The scholarship requires applicants to demonstrate their connection to the labor movement through a 500-word essay on Unionism, reflecting the values and legacy of Eugene Northrup and the United Steelworkers union. The scholarship supports students in any field of study at any college or vocational-technical institution. Recipients must remain enrolled throughout the academic year (9 months), with any unused funds being refunded to USW Local 712 by the college Financial Aid Office. The application process requires submission of transcripts, the unionism essay, and allows for optional letters of recommendation.