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Supporting the Foundation
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“Human intelligence is the world's most important resource. We should do everything we can to nurture and protect it.”
Phyllis Miller, Foundation Vice President
“We must, as a people, provide the means for everyone to reach their full potential. Our ever-advancing world demands it.”
Dave Remine, Foundation Trustee
“Through Colloquiums, scholarships, research advocacy, and awards that recognize intellectual achievements, we express our respect for intelligence. Being a part of the Foundation is truly fulfilling!”
Joanna Soper, Foundation Trustee
“Gifted youth are a major national economic resource as well as potentially exceptional contributors to science and art. Working to support their education is richly satisfying.”
Fran Cartier, Foundation Trustee
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Foundation News and Events
Foundation announces scholarship winners for 2009-2010
The Mensa Education & Research Foundation is pleased to announce its scholarship winners for 2009-2010.
Mensa volunteers from 89 Local Groups worked to present 165 awards with a total value of $73,700; more
than 4,600 students applied. Scholarship winners ranged in age from 17 to 59 at the time of application and came
from 41 states. Their education plans range from associate degrees at community colleges to doctorate degrees
at major universities, with about 22 percent pursuing advanced degrees.
View the local, regional and national winners
Electronic gaming Colloquium set for February 2011
Austin, Texas, will be the site for Colloquium 2011: "Electronic Gaming
and Its Impact on Society," Feb. 18-20 at the Omni Austin Southpark. Whether
you're an experienced gamer or someone who's still figuring out your "in-home,
interactive social gaming console," this weekend-long event will open
up new topics and considerations about the past, present and future of
this fascinating aspect of our leisure lives. And it's open to the general
public! Visit www.colloquium.us.mensa.org
for all the latest information on the program and to register.
Mensa Foundation launches $50 for 50 campaign
As part of the 50th anniversary celebration of Mensa in North America, the Mensa Foundation announces
its $50 for 50 campaign. Your contribution of $50
or more will ensure that the Foundation’s internationally recognized programs and awards will
continue throughout the year and beyond. Celebrate this golden anniversary with your donation today!
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