Applications are now open for the Athena Scholarship, which supports post-secondary students who excel academically, exhibit extensive community involvement, and serve as outstanding leaders while assisting girls and women to reach their full potential.

Four scholarships of $5,000 each will be awarded:

• one to a University of Windsor student in any discipline
• one to a University of Windsor law student
• one to a St. Clair College student
• one to a student attending any college or university who has spent at least 16 months as of March 27 in Windsor-Essex.

Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 30 years as of Jan. 1 and be enrolled full-time in college or university.

The submission deadline is 4 p.m. March 27. Find application forms and more info on the program website.