The deadline is March 20, 2009.

The Frank Newman Leadership Award provides financial support and mentorship to assist students with financial need and civic leadership potential to help them achieve their academic and civic goals. Two $5,000 awards are available to undergraduate students at Campus Compact member colleges and universities.

The Frank Newman Leadership Award honors the unique legacy of Frank Newman, co-founder of Campus Compact, by recognizing presidential leadership for civic engagement and exceptional students who have shown potential for civic leadership through community service and scholastic achievement.

For more information about the Newman Award and a link to the online application form, see www.compact.org/awards/newman. With questions regarding the award, please contact us at awards@compact.org and include "Newman Award" in the subject line or call (617) 357-1881.