Student Relations

NOHRA's goal for Student Relations is to build a strong line of communication and solid working relationship with the students, advisors, and officials from our partnering colleges and universities. In addition, Student Relations will provide educational resources geared towards the professional development of students.

Students who need support and resources to aid them in their professional careers or advisors and officials interested in the development of said students should feel free to contact Kendallyn Jacobs, VP of Community Relations, at kendallyn.jacobs@rlgbuilds.com.

Education Award

THE PROGRAM

The Education Award was established in memory of Roger Elrod, a founding member of the Toledo Employment Managers Association, now known as the Northwest Ohio Human Resource Association (NOHRA). To promote NOHRA's goals of advancing the profession and serving Human Resources professionals, this education award is designed to financially assist individuals expressing an interest in the Human Resources profession. This program is managed by the NOHRA Board or its designee (e.g., Student Relations Committee). Awards are provided without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability.

ELIGIBILITY

Academic Applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Full time undergraduate or graduate students (or part time graduate or undergrad students enrolled at a minimum of 6 credit hours with proof of full-time employment) will be considered. Undergraduate applicants should have an HR related major. Graduate focus should also be related to include, but not be limited to, MBA, MOD, and Organizational Development/Leadership.
  • A minimum grade point average of 3.0 (based on a 4.0 grading system) for undergraduate students and 3.5 for graduate students is necessary.
  • Graduating students are encouraged to apply.

AWARDS

NOHRA will award two (2) $1500 scholarships in 2026. The Board will determine each fiscal year what the award amount(s) will be.

APPLICATION/SELECTION PROCESS

Students interested in applying for the education award COMPLETE THE AWARD APPLICATION and should email Kendallyn Jacobs, VP of Community Relations, at kendallyn.jacobs@rlgbuilds.com with the following information:

  • Completed and signed application.
  • Proof of academic standing including current grade point average.
  • Professional resume summarizing education, work, and volunteer experience.
  • A 300-word essay explaining why you are interested in HR and how you would benefit from this scholarship.

Education award selection is based on a variety of factors including but not limited to:

  • Academic achievements
  • Extracurricular activities
  • Volunteer and leadership roles
  • Involvement in the University’s student SHRM chapter strongly preferred
  • NOHRA membership strongly preferred
  • A personal interview, if necessary

TIMELINE

  • Registration is now open for 2026!
  • Applications and all other materials due by 11:59pm, Friday, May 1, 2026, via email to Kendallyn Jacobs, VP of Community Relations.
  • Recipients to be announced on the NOHRA Social Media outlets on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
  • Winners will be contacted via email before sharing on Social Media outlets.

REVISION POLICY

The NOHRA Board is responsible for reviewing this program and has discretion to revise or terminate the program.

Questions may be directed to contact Kendallyn Jacobs, VP of Community Relations, at kendallyn.jacobs@rlgbuilds.com, or 419-261-0401 (call/text).

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