The Central California Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will award scholarships up to $1,000 to graduating high school seniors and undergraduate or graduate students at its 20th annual Latina Women’s Conference, Adelante Mujer, on Sept. 23 at the Fresno Convention and Entertainment Center’s Valdez Hall (702 M St.). The deadline to apply for a scholarship is 5 p.m. July 30. The conference, featuring Latina media powerhouse Nely Galán as keynote speaker and Fresno State President Joseph I. Castro speaking on an education panel, is free via online registration at Eventbrite.com. Luncheon tickets may be purchased for $75 general or $30 for students with a valid student ID. The conference is also co-sponsored by Bella Bod, Coca-Cola and Fresno State. INFO: Imelda S. Dudley at 559.278.5080 or isantacruz@csufresno.edu.