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MIAMI - Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) announced that the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation is now accepting applications for the CBCF Spouses Education Scholarship. Established in 1998, the CBC Spouses Education Scholarship is the Foundation’s largest scholarship program and is open to students of all academic fields.

“As a former school principal and an advocate for education, I know the important role scholarships play and how they can positively impact the lives of students struggling financially. Therefore, I urge eligible students, who are seeking to further their education and need financial assistance, to apply for this scholarship, and take advantage of the opportunity to continue their education,” said Congresswoman Wilson.

High school seniors and college students, who live in or attend schools in the 24^th Congressional District, are eligible to apply. Additional information and applications can be found on the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s website at cbcfinc.org. The deadline to apply is June 6, 2013.

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U.S. Rep. Frederica S. Wilson is a second-term Congresswoman from Florida representing parts of Northern Miami-Dade and Southeast Broward counties. A former state legislator and school principal, she is the founder of the 5000 Role Models for Excellence Project, a mentoring program for young males at risk of dropping out of school.