About the Scholarship

The Dr. Curt Reimann Baldrige Scholarship was authorized by the Baldrige Foundation Board of Directors in 2017. The scholarship will enable the recipient to attend the Baldrige Examiner Training Experience (BETE). The Selection Committee selects recipients from nominations received from students, professors, or other interested parties who are familiar with the student’s interest in Performance Excellence®. The intention of this scholarship is to help instill understanding of the Baldrige Excellence Framework® in people going into various professions to help perpetuate awareness and use of the Framework.

This award recognizes potential, commitment, and future impact. It is not based solely on academic performance. 

Who May Be Nominated

Any individual may self-nominate or may be nominated for this scholarship. 

Strong Nominees Demonstrate

• Clear interest in leadership and performance excellence 
• Commitment to learning and development 
• Evidence of initiative and growth 
• Alignment with Baldrige principles 
• Potential for future contribution

 Nominee Requirements

• Be a current student in, or a recent graduate (within the past 12 months) of, an advanced degree program.
• Have an expressed desire to learn about the Baldrige Framework.
• Complete the necessary pre-work and attend training.
• Be available to attend the Baldrige Examiner Training Experience.
• Desire to develop connections within the Baldrige Community.
• Agree to share their experience and learning at their respective school. This may be in the form of a presentation to faculty or students. This could be done as a joint presentation with an experienced examiner.

Role of Examples

Nomination essay examples should show:

• Leadership experiences 
• Projects or initiatives 
• Personal development efforts

Award Limits

• Up to two recipients may be recognized each year
• Awards are not guaranteed and may be withheld
• An individual may not receive the scholarship more than once

Ready to Nominate a Scholarship Applicant

• Learn more about How to Apply and Key Dates. 
• Prepare the required submission information listed below. 
• When ready to nominate a leader, select the "APPLY NOW" button, located at the top.

Submission Requirements

1. Online Award Nomination Form
   Fill out the nomination form in the online application. 
    
2. Biography or Curriculum Vitae
   Nomination must include the nominee's biography or curriculum vitae.
    
3. Nomination Essay (1,200 word limit) 
   The essay must address the following. 
   1. Brief overview of the nominee’s exposure to the Baldrige Framework including where it was introduced. 
   2. Nominee’s future plans and how knowledge of the Baldrige Framework may be used to support them.
    

Questions and Online Application Help
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