Since 1995, the House of China (HOC) has awarded scholarships each year to San Diego County youths, 18 years of age or younger, currently enrolled in one of five Chinese language school: Chinese School of San Diego, San Diego Chinese Academy, San Diego Yet-Sen Chinese School, SDCCA North County Chinese School, and Hua-Xia. There are three groups: beginner, intermediate and advanced, based on recommendations by teachers.
The HOC is a non-profit cultural and education organization founded in 1935 and is located in Balboa Park. The purpose of the HOC is to preserve, present and promote Chinese culture, friendship and understanding. HOC is open on every Sunday afternoon, and seasonal and special events are held throughout the year.
The late Ms Virginia Hom Fung was a dedicated HOC officer whose passion was Chinese culture and its advancement. The scholarships are awarded in her memory.
Application forms are available at each Chinese language school in San Diego county after
February 25. One application form and four copies of essay should be mailed to Ms. Rosa Chi,
9524 Wellock Way, San Diego CA 92129 with postmark no later than April 23th, 2005. Ms Chi
can be reached at 858-484-5382 (N), or Rosa.chi@sharp.com.
The theme of the essay is "similarities and differences between Eastern and Western culture>"
Students can select any combination of the following subjects: people to people relationship, food, clothing, arts, thinking and other aspects of cultures. Evaluations will be based upon the following criteria: 1. Descriptions of the subject(s), 2. the content and expressions, and 3. the effect of the differences to you. The 3rd item applies only to the advanced group.
Each winner, winner's parents, teacher, and a representative from each Chinese school will be guests at a recognition ceremony during a Dragon Boat Reception on Saturday, June 11th, 2005. Winners essays and pictures will appear in HOC Newsletter, and local newspapers. Scholarships range from $50 to $250 each.