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THE AAUW (WyandotteDownriver branch of the American Association of University Women) is offering a $2,500 scholarship in 2023, through its foundation, for all eligible applicants. The deadline to apply is March 31, 2023.

“The intent of this scholarship is to provide financial support, including tuition, fees, books and supplies to a Downriver native who is currently enrolled fulltime,” said Sheila Blair of Southgate, the Scholarship Committee Chair for the Foundation. The scholarship is for the Fall Semester of 2023, and will be paid directly to the chosen college or university on behalf of the student.

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident residing in any of the following communities: Allen Park, Brownstown, Ecorse, Flat Rock, Gibraltar, Grosse Ile, Huron Township, Lincoln Park, Melvindale, New Boston, River Rouge, Riverview, Rockwood, Romulus,

Southgate, Taylor, Trenton, Woodhaven or Wyandotte.

They also must have earned a minimum of 12 college credits and be currently enrolled as a fulltime undergraduate student.

All interested students who wish to apply for this scholarship should send an email with the subject: “Academic Scholarship 2023” to aauwwd@gmail.com to receive the application form and guidelines.

The completed application, required essay and a copy of the applicant’s transcript must be sent to AAUW-WDF, 12883 Plum, Southgate, MI 48195, or via email to scholarship committee chair, Sheila Blair, at: aauwwd@gmail.com by the deadline date of March 31st. •

AAUW Wyandotte-Downriver supports leadership, education, and economic security for women through scholarships, training and political advocacy.

WINTER SKIN… SOS!

It’s back! That time of year when the weather turns cold and nature’s moisturizer “humidity” is almost non-existent. So what does this mean for your skin?

As cold air moves in and humidity moves out, the hydration levels of your skin drop dramatically, and can cause damage to the skins’ barrier. When the barrier wall is dehydrated it creates damage and accelerates the aging process. Now ladies, I know this is exactly what we are trying to prevent, am I right?

So, what happens to our skin when hydration levels drop?

DAMAGE TO THE BARRIER WALL = DULL SKIN

The absence of moisture in the air is the primary cause of dull skin in the winter months. Moisture is required for the skin barrier to function properly and to create lipids. Dry skin = NO GLOW!

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