“Cowgirl Spirit” Essay:
Applications must include a typed essay of not more than 600 words describing your Cowgirl Spirit and what it means to you. Essays in excess of this word count will be disqualified. Your essay should also include the following:
- Define what Cowgirl Spirit means to you and describe what it is like living this lifestyle. Why is it important to you?
- What legacy do you believe Florence La Due left for future generations? How do you relate to her personally?
- Define the word “tenacity”. What does this word mean to you personally?
- Describe a special attribute or accomplishment that makes you the best candidate to receive a La Due Scholarship.
- If selected as a scholarship recipient, how will this award help you achieve your goals and aspirations?
“Cowgirl Tough” Essay:
Applications must include a typed essay of not more than 600 words describing your Cowgirl Toughness and how it applies to you. Essays in excess of this word count will be disqualified. Your essay should also include the following:
- Describe what it is like living the lifestyle of Cowgirl Tough. Why is it important to you?
- What legacy do you believe Florence La Due left for future generations? How do you relate to her personally?
- Define the word “tenacity”. What does this word mean to you personally?
- Describe a special attribute or accomplishment that makes you the best candidate to receive a La Due Scholarship.
- If selected as a scholarship recipient, how will this award help you achieve your goals and aspirations?
Each essay will be evaluated on its own merit; therefore, the essay MUST be ANONYMOUS. Please do not place, sign or mention your name anywhere in the essay. Any direct reference to the applicant’s identity or the identity of parents, siblings, or family name will result in disqualification.
