Applications are now being accepted for the 2025-2026 Diana Carmichael-Owens, JD Memorial Conflict Resolution Scholarship.

Download the Application Form

The completed and signed application and the requested documents must be received by The Resolution Center by the Application Deadline of May 2, 2025.

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Diana Carmichael-Owens, JD was a dedicated dispute resolution professional particularly in working with youth in teaching them conflict resolution skills and utilizing Restorative Practices to address conflict and harm. She worked with hundreds of high school students and families over the years as The Resolution Center’s Youth Services Manager. Her life was tragically cut short in an accident, and the Diana Carmichael-Owens, JD Memorial Conflict Resolution Scholarship is dedicated to her memory and passion for providing student’s an opportunity to resolve conflict through dialogue!

Any high school senior that demonstrates collaborative dispute resolution skills, leadership skills or an overall ability to assist peers in conflict that plans to further their education after graduation are eligible. The Resolution Center will award up to 4 –$1,000 scholarships. Students must attend a school within The Resolution Center’s service area which include St. Clair, Macomb, Tuscola, Lapeer, Sanilac and Huron Counties to qualify.

A ceremony reception will be held at The Resolution Center’s office in Mt. Clemens honoring the recipients.

TO APPLY:

Please fill out BOTH pages of this application completely, attach your resume and reference letter from a non‑family member in PDF or MS Word format, and submit to info@theresolutioncenter.com.

You may also print and fill out this form and remit along with a copy of your resume and reference letter to: The Resolution Center, 176 S. Main Street, Suite 2, Mt. Clemens, MI 48043.

To complete the application, the information you will need are as follows :

• Contact Information
• Post-graduation Goals
• Extracurricular Activities & Community Involvement
• Problem Solving/Conflict Resolution Skills
• Resume Attachment
• Reference Letter Attachment
• Signature / Digital Signature

Download the Application Form