Kay K. Saintsing Memorial Scholarship
The Kay K. Saintsing Memorial Scholarship
was established in 2005 to honor the late founder of the North Carolina
Association of Festival and Events (NCAF&E). Kay was a leader within the
tourism community and highly admired for her commitment to public service.
Kay also founded several other non-profit organizations including the annual
Barbecue Festival held in Lexington, NC. Under her direction, the festival
became one of the largest one-day events in NC and had received numerous,
national and regional awards.
Sadly on June 7, 2002, the tourism
industry and NCAF&E lost a leader and visionary to a heart arrhythmia. Her
family received countless cards and condolence letters. Below are just a
few of the wonderful words written about Kay.
“Kay epitomized public service at it’s very best.”
-Governor Easley
“Her work with
local charities and organizations will long be remembered.”
-Senator John
Edwards
“Our community has benefited from her many efforts.” -Congressman
Howard Coble
“Kay was an outstanding individual who was highly
regarded by many for her leadership and hard work both locally and
statewide. Those of us in the North Carolina tourism industry, and many
others across the state, will miss her leadership, energy, and wonderful
attitude on life.” -Lynn D. Minges, Director of the NC Dept. of
Commerce Tourism, Film, and Sports Development
“She was a tireless advocate for North Carolina’s
tourism industry and her extraordinary service to others will long be
remembered.” -NCTIA
“She was so very special.” - Bob Timberlake
“She was an affirmer, an encourager, a helper and a
visionary.” - Rev. Jerry Moore
“Her
life will continue because she invested in the lives of others.” - Rev.
Ray Howell
Annually, a $1,000.00 scholarship will be
awarded to a returning student at a North Carolina college or university.
Students from all campuses (who meet the requirements) may apply.
NCAF&E wishes
this award to be made to a student who has “serious academic pursuits,” who
“loves learning,” and who is interested in the breadth of learning in
relation to recreation and tourism.”
The Executive Board of the NCAF&E has established
the selection criteria and process for this award by recognizing Kay Saintsings’
intentions when she initiated NCAF&E the criteria are:
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Minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average, no grade earned
lower than "C"
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Enrolled as a full-time student at a college/university in
North Carolina
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Must have sophomore or junior standing (2008-2009 school year)
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Must be returning to his or her home university the next year
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Must be a Parks, Recreation or Tourism Management major
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The recipient must attend the NCAF&E Showfest Conference
The NCAF&E Executive Board will review all essays and applications. The
recipient of the scholarship will be announced each year at the annual
NCAF&E Showfest Conference
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2007 Recipient 2006 Recipient
Claudia Batichon Andrew Hawley
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