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AFCEA Hawaii Educational Programs

AFCEA Hawaii is committed to support Hawaii based students, teachers, and professionals in their pursuit of continued education in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), Cyber, and Electronics by providing scholarships, grants and awards. The AFCEA Hawaii Chapter works with the community at large -- private, public and academia -- to increase the investment in education in Hawaii.  AFCEA Hawaii has a long history of support for education for Hawaii based students, teachers and professionals and have contributed over $2,000,000 in scholarships to enhance learning and education initiatives in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), Cyber and Electronics. We have awarded 145 scholarships at $370,000 over the past five years.

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Ho’okupu

The AFCEA Hawai'i Educational Programs logo is often recognized as an offering or a gift.  It is a physical contribution of an individual or group request for acknowledgment from a source.  Ho`okupu is used to ensure growth, increase mana (knowledge) or cause to sprout.

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Vision

Through the AFCEA Educational Programs support of education, scholarships, grants and STEM programs, we will inspire and motivate the young men and women of Hawaii, service men and women, veterans and Wounded Warriors and their families to pursue their education.

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Mission

AFCEA Hawaii Educational Programs directly support Hawaii based students, teachers, and professionals in their pursuit of continued education in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), Cyber and Electronics.

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Values

Our responsibility is to bring together the community to mentor and coach students and grow the next generation of technologists, scientists, engineers, and cyber patriots.

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 SCHOLARSHIPS 

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AFCEA Hawaii STEM Scholarships 

These merit-based scholarships are open to high school seniors, undergraduate, graduate, post-graduate, and professional certificate students studying STEM fields to include cyber and intelligence.

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AFCEA International Scholarships
View AFCEA International's list of available scholarships, grants, and tuition assistance  for aspiring engineers, technicians, programmers, military personnel and government officials.

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Scholarship Recipients 

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 STEM GRANTS 

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Motivated teachers, directors, volunteers, etc., and their programs that spark a lasting enthusiasm and set the foundation for students to engage in STEM subjects and pursue fulfilling careers in STEM related fields are eligible for STEM Grants range from $1000 - $5000.

Descriptions

 STEM CERT REIMBURSEMENT

Are you a Junior Military Member (E-1 to E-6 or O-1 to O-3), Civilian GS-11 equivalent or below, or Civilian Contractor with less than six years of experience? AFCEA Hawaii Chapter members in good standing may receive reimbursement not to exceed $500.00 for the cost of a test voucher (upon successful completion of your certification exam) for Professional Certifications related to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) related fields. Funds are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Reimbursement requests must include an itemized copy of your application/examination fee receipt paid by you, a copy of your successful certification/re-certification, and your rank, grade, or experience level; reimbursements submitted without this information will not be processed.

 VOLUNTEER 

Volunteering offers the chance to give something back to the community and make a difference. Volunteer opportunities with the AFCEA Hawaii Educational Programs include: 

  • Outreach

  • Public Relations/Marketing

  • Scholarships

  • Fundraising

  • Technet

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New $2,500 iWorks scholarship! Applications open Jan. 1
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The iWorks Scholarship will award one $2,500 scholarship to an outstanding spouse or child of a U.S. military service member who shows a potential to excel in college studies in the area of STEM.

This $2,500 scholarship will be applied toward the student's ongoing higher-level academic education. The student must attend an accredited community college or four-year college/university. This scholarship is available to undergraduate and graduate students.

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