The Expedite Association of North America (TEANA), dedicated to supporting the expediting industry, aims to uphold values that foster community growth, industry professionalism, and the success of its members. By offering Scholarship Awards and Membership Achievement Awards, TEANA showcases its commitment to recognizing its members' significant contributions and investing in the future of the transportation and logistics sector.
SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
These scholarships are designed to support the educational pursuits of TEANA members' families. By investing in the education of the next generation, TEANA not only assists in easing the financial burden associated with higher education but also signals its commitment to nurturing future leaders. By providing these scholarships, TEANA not only acknowledges the financial challenges many students face with rising tuition costs but also aims to invest in society's future by aiding students in pursuing their educational paths.
For students considering these scholarships, it's essential to be aware of the criteria and application deadlines, which are usually detailed on TEANA's website. Scholarships like those offered by TEANA can help cover not just tuition but also books, fees, and other incidental expenses, thereby reducing the financial burden on students and their families.
To maximize the chance of receiving a scholarship, students should:
1. Demonstrate Eligibility: Make sure you meet all the criteria set out by TEANA, which may include specific fields of study, academic achievement, involvement in community or industry-related activities, and more.
2. Prepare a Strong Application: Often, applications require essays, recommendation letters, and transcripts. Take your time to prepare these components carefully. Essays should clearly articulate your career aspirations and how the scholarship will help achieve your educational goals.
3. Meet Deadlines: Pay close attention to application deadlines and plan accordingly. Late applications are typically not considered.
4. Follow-up: After submitting your application, keep an eye on your email and other contact information you provided in case the scholarship committee needs additional information or clarifications.
The financial relief provided by scholarships can allow students to focus more on their studies and less on financial stress, potentially leading to better academic outcomes and a smoother path into their future careers. Each year TEANA awards scholarships to deserving students. The scholarship money can help offset some of the incidental costs that go along with the expensive tuition college students are faced with.
To learn more about the criteria click here.
To submit your 2024 application click here.
MEMBERSHIP AWARDS
The TEANA Membership Awards serve to acknowledge the outstanding contributions, achievements, and dedication of our members toward the industry. These awards can encompass various categories company of the year, innovation, among others. By recognizing individual and company achievements, TEANA not only elevates the standards of excellence within the trucking and expediting sectors but also promotes a culture of appreciation and respect among its members. Every year TEANA recognizes a member as The Company of the Year. Also recognized are the 2nd and 3rd place winners. This is an award voted on by the TEANA Membership and is based on inter-company business they have done with each other. This is based on "on time" performance, communication, ease of doing business with, on-time bill payment, paperwork submission, etc.
In conclusion, through the Scholarship Awards and Membership Achievement Awards, TEANA not only celebrates the achievements and contributions of its community members but also fosters a supportive environment aimed at the continuous development and improvement of the expediting and logistics industry.
