Remarkable Opportunity for Greek-American Students: VIRTUAL Heritage America
Washington, DC, May 14, 2021 – The Washington, DC chapter of the National Hellenic Society (NHS) is excited to announce the Sixth Annual NHS Heritage America Program in collaboration with Manatos & Manatos, a leading public policy firm. Once again, this year, the unique program will take place VIRTUALLY from June 23-24, 2021 with leading Washington, DC-based policymakers and community leaders. Heritage America reconnects college-age Greek-American students with their roots, heritage, culture and Hellenic identity. The NHS underwrites all program expenses.
Students participating in this exciting educational program will meet virtually with Greek-Americans who have reached the pinnacle of success in America, including: The highest-ranking Greek-Americans in the US Government, Younger Greek-American government officials, Former high-ranking Greek-American government officials, Prominent national businessmen, Owners of DC area professional sports teams, Prominent lobbyists and lawyers, Prominent on-air news personalities and editors.
For a list (and pictures) of all those prominent Greek-Americans with whom students met at prior NHS Heritage America programs, please click here (2020), here (2019), here (2018), here (2017) and here (2016).
Eligibility:
Enrolled undergraduate college student of Greek-American descent*
Age 18-26
GPA of 3.0 or greater
*Greek-American descent is defined as having one or more parents, grandparents or great-grandparents born in Greece.
Because this year’s program will be online, we expect to accept up to 50 students this year.
How to Apply:
For more information about Heritage America and to apply, please click here.
Application materials must be received by Monday, June 7, 2021 for consideration. Kindly contact [email protected] with any questions. Good luck!
