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Konica Minolta Colorful Tomorrow Foundation Continues Support of KIPP McDonogh 15 Students with High School Scholarships
Scholarships Awarded to Three Students for Special Achievement in Academics, Music and Creative Arts
Ramsey, N.J. and New Orleans - June 1, 2010 - Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta), a leading provider of advanced imaging and networking technologies for the desktop to the print shop, today announced the recipients of the third annual Konica Minolta Colorful Tomorrow Foundation scholarship program that will allow three students from the KIPP McDonogh 15 School for the Creative Arts (McDonogh 15) to attend top-rated, private New Orleans high schools. The winning students were officially recognized at the Saturday May 29th graduation ceremony.
The scholarship initiative is conducted through the Konica Minolta Colorful Tomorrow Foundation (CTF), a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) charitable organization established by Konica Minolta that focuses its efforts on the creation of more colorful and better tomorrows for children. For the students of KIPP McDonogh 15, the scholarships will provide them with the opportunity to attend private, college-preparatory high schools that will prepare them for higher education as part of the CTF's ongoing commitment to the school.
"The students at McDonogh 15 are truly an inspiration to everyone at Konica Minolta, as they take pride in their academia and strive to be the best in school," said Sharon Umhoefer, Executive Director, Konica Minolta Colorful Tomorrow Foundation, Inc. "This is the fourth year Konica Minolta has worked with the students, and we continue to be amazed by their dedication. We congratulate the winners and their families, and look forward to their future success."
Each year, the CTF will award three scholarships to three students that excel in the areas of academics, creative arts and musical arts. This year, six scholarship finalists were chosen to complete a scholarship application as well as submit a 100-word essay outlining their educational and career goals. For the first time in the CTF-McDonogh 15 partnership, finalists from previous years were considered and presented with a second chance to win a high school scholarship. The finalists were then interviewed by a panel of Konica Minolta representatives on March 18 including:
Jun Haraguchi, former President and CEO of Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., and current General Manager, Worldwide Sales and Marketing for Konica Minolta Business Technologies, Inc
Sharon Umhoefer, Executive Director of Konica Minolta Colorful Tomorrow Foundation
Ginger Allen, Manager, Corporate Events for Konica Minolta
Thomas Jones, Manager, Professional Development for Konica Minolta
Michael Lowe, National Account Representative at Konica Minolta's New Orleans sales office
James Norberto, Manager of Corporate Communications for Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A. moderated the interview process.
After much anticipation, the winners were announced on May 29:
Donnell Bailey, recognized for "Outstanding Proficiency in Creative Arts", attends Metairie Park Country Day.
Rhynea Michelle Smith, recognized for "Outstanding Academic Achievement", will attend St. Mary's Dominican High School.
Trey Smith, recognized for "Outstanding Proficiency in Music Arts", attends Jesuit High School.
"It was always my dream to attend Metairie Park Country Day, and my first year has been a struggle due to our financial restraints," said Donnell Bailey. "Thanks to Konica Minolta, I will use the scholarship as motivation to study a little bit more and do great instead of just good." Due to his strong academic performance and engaging personality, Donnell was recently elected to be President of his sophomore class next school year.
About Konica Minolta Colorful Tomorrow Foundation
Konica Minolta Colorful Tomorrow Foundation (CTF) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization established under the laws of the State of New Jersey. Members of the management team of Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A. serve as CTF's Trustees and Officers voluntarily and without compensation.
CTF's mission is to provide opportunities to create colorful and better tomorrows for children. The CTF looks to partner with organizations that contribute to society in a number of key areas, all of which are focused on children. Specifically, the CTF supports efforts that prepare children (18 years or younger) for a stronger future, especially in those communities where Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A. conducts business.
The CTF aligns itself with Konica Minolta's leading role in the imaging and networking technology markets to support efforts that create opportunities for all students - especially those interested in the creative arts and computer technology education. Additionally, the CTF supports disaster relief efforts, protection of the environment, and efforts to improve health and medical care for children. For more information, please visit www.colorfultomorrow.org.
About Konica Minolta
Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. is a leader in advanced imaging and networking technologies for the desktop to the print shop. For the third consecutive year, Konica Minolta was recognized as the #1 Brand for Customer Loyalty in the MFP Office Copier Market by Brand Keys. For more information, please visit www.CountOnKonicaMinolta.com and follow Konica Minolta on Facebook and Twitter.
About KIPP McDonogh 15 School for the Creative Arts
KIPP McDonogh 15 School for the Creative Arts was opened by the nonprofit KIPP New Orleans Schools in the summer of 2006 to serve the students of a rebuilding New Orleans. KIPP McDonogh 15 is an open-enrollment public charter school that unites a rigorous college-preparatory academic experience and a focus on the creative arts with positive character education. The school is part of the nationally acclaimed KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network of schools and is one of three local KIPP New Orleans schools. By 2010, there will be five KIPP New Orleans schools that will serve over 2,200 students. For more information, please visit www.mcdonogh15.org.
Konica Minolta Contact
James Norberto
Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc.
+1 201.825.4000
JNorberto@kmbs.konicamsinolta.us
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