Applications Now Available for the 10th Annual SAMMY Scholarship Awards

High school seniors who drink milk may find that their healthy nutrition habits can help them pay for college.  Today, the National Milk Mustache "got milk?" Campaign, in partnership withUSA Today,launched the Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year (SAMMY) awards, which recognizes 25 high school senior student athletes who have excelled in academics, athletics, community service and leadership with college scholarships.

The contest, celebrating its 10th year, educates teens on the impact of what they drink –  along with staying active and eating right – by rewarding 25 extraordinary students who are succeeding both in the classroom and on the field while staying healthy with milk.  Applications are now available at www.bodybymilk.com.  Winners will receive a $7,500 scholarship, attend a special awards ceremony at The Milk House at Disney's Wide World of Sports, and appear in a special milk mustache ad inUSA Today

A celebrity panel of milk mustache athletes, including Andy Roddick, Jason Kidd, Mia Hamm, Michelle Kwan and Tony Hawk will help judge the entries.

Last year, more than 51,000 graduating students applied for the SAMMY Award.  To date, the National Milk Mustache "got milk?" Campaign has awarded more than 200 talented teens with more than $1 million in scholarship money.

"Year after year, the SAMMY applicants continue to raise the bar.  It's an honor and privilege for the got milk? campaign to be able to continue to reward these extraordinary student-athletes who focus on good nutrition and excel in the classroom and their respective sports," said Kurt Graetzer, CEO of the National Milk Mustache "got milk?" Campaign.  "Drinking milk is one way for active teens to make sure their bones are getting the calcium and protein they need to reach their full potential."

Some studies suggest that teens who get enough milk are more likely to weigh less and have less body fat than those who don't.1  By drinking three eight-ounce servings of lowfat or fat-free milk each day in place of sugary soft drinks with little or no nutritional value, along with regular exercise and eating smart, teens can help keep their bodies looking toned and healthy.

Entering is as Easy as Ever
High school seniors can apply for the 2007 SAMMY Awards program at www.bodybymilk.com.  Applicants are required to describe in 75 words or less how drinking milk is part of their everyday life and training regimen. 

Entries must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM ET Friday, March 9, 2007.  Finalists will be named by June 2007.  For complete contest rules and applications, log onto www.bodybymilk.com.