The Cecile Meyer Frampton/Cornhusker Bank Scholarship for Lincoln Northeast HS was created by Cornhusker Bank in 1999 to honor the life of Cecile Meyer Frampton. Mrs. Frampton was a woman ahead of her time. Mrs. Frampton passed away in 1984, but members of her family are still actively involved with Cornhusker Bank. Applicants must be a graduating senior of Lincoln Northeast High School in Lincoln, Nebraska. They must enroll at a public or private four-year college or university. Applicants must have received a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) or a "C plus" average or better in their high school graduating class. They must also demonstrate qualities of leadership, good character, and citizenship; and demonstrate an interest in business through choice of classes, work experience, or extra-curricular activities. Applicants must have been, or are actively, involved in at least two extra-curricular activities or sports programs while high school students. They must also demonstrate the need for financial assistance to continue their education. If two or more candidates for a scholarship exhibit equal qualifications, the student exhibiting the greatest financial need shall be given preference in the selection. Applicants must submit two references' e-mail addresses. References will be notified to fill out an online form. References must be teachers, counselors, case workers, clergy, employers, neighbors, etc. References from family members are not acceptable. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Lincoln Community Foundation for more information.