Description:
The Women's Center at Kent State University, established in 1996, has been a motivating force toward the advancement of women in higher education. An integral part of our effort is to empower women with financial assistance in obtaining a college degree. The Women's Center endowed scholarship fund, established in 2003, enables the center to provide two Kent State University female students with a $500 scholarship. Recipients of the awards are expected to maintain contact with the Women's Center for the duration of that academic year and will be student members of the Women's Center Advisory Board. Selection Criteria: Strong academic performance; Demonstrated contribution to social causes related to diversity and/or women's issues; Active involvement in campus and or/community groups and organizations (including holding positions and/or coordinating responsibilities); Unique life circumstances/challenges such as financial need or overcoming obstacles
- Annual Amount: $500
- Age: --
- Renewable? No
- Available To: Kent and Regional Campuses
- GPA: 2.0+
- Scholarships: Two per academic year.
- Class Standing: SO, JR, SR
- Deadline: May 1
- School/College: Open to all schools & colleges
- Majors: Open to all majors
- Contact: Cassandra Pegg-Kirby, Women's Center Director, P: 330-672-9230