UCB Family Epilepsy Scholarship Program Applications Available

WHAT: UCB, Inc., The Epilepsy Company ?, will award 30 one-time scholarships in 2009 as follows:

? Twenty $5,000 scholarships to people with epilepsy

? Ten $5,000 scholarships to family members or caregivers of people with epilepsy

To download a copy of the scholarship application, go to www.UCBScholarship.com

To apply, you must certify that you are:
? A U.S. citizen and/or legal and permanent resident of the United States
? A person with epilepsy or a family member/caregiver of a person with epilepsy
? Seeking an undergraduate or graduate degree
? A student who demonstrates academic achievement, possesses a strong record of participation in activities outside of school, and serves as a positive role model
? Graduating from high school in 2009 or have already graduated from high school
? Enrolled in, or awaiting acceptance from, a United States-based institution of higher education for fall semester 2009

DEADLINE: The completed application must be postmarked by April 10, 2009. Scholarship winners will be notified in August.

WHY: Exceptional achievement deserves special recognition. UCB, The Epilepsy CompanyTM, continues to demonstrate a one-of-a-kind commitment to improving the lives of people living with epilepsy, including patients, family members, and caregivers, by literally investing in their future.
The UCB Family Epilepsy Scholarship Program? provides financial support for academic and personal achievement. In just 4 years, UCB has awarded more than $530,000 in educational grants. In 2008, UCB awarded scholarships to 30 students.

CONTACT: For additional information about The UCB Family Epilepsy Scholarship Program?, please contact:

Hudson Medical Communications
Phone: 1-866-825-1920
E-mail: questions@hudsonmc.com

The Epilepsy Company and the UCB Family Epilepsy Scholarship Program are trademarks of the UCB Group of Companies. ©2008, UCB, Inc., Smyrna GA 30080 All rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A. EC127-1108