The Ohio Credit Union Foundation (OCUF) recently awarded its $5,000 video scholarship, which was available to Ohio credit union members pursuing an undergraduate degree. Twenty-two video submissions were received, addressing the scholarship question, “If your money talked, what would it say about you?” 

Eric Niemeyer, a member of KEMBA Financial CU, won by evoking the spirit of George Washington to teach the importance of savings. The video also included budgeting tips via an original rap. When asked how his credit union can help achieve his future financial goals, Niemeyer responded, “My credit union provides several savings and investment options that I plan to take advantage of. At KEMBA Financial Credit Union, I don’t feel like just an account number.” Niemeyer plans to attend Northwestern University in the fall.

Entries were judged on content, design, originality, and use of enhancements. OCUF Trustees determined the $5,000 scholarship winner, after League staff narrowed down the videos to five strong candidates.

Watch Niemeyer's winning video scholarship to the right, and other videos that made it to the final round at the link below.
www.youtube.com/user/CUScholarship