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In celebration of its affiliation with the Lutheran church for more than 160 years, Wittenberg will offer 50 scholarships totaling $68,000 each ($17,000 renewable over four years) beginning in the 2008-09 academic year, the program's inaugural year. In addition to financial support, the new Lutheran Scholar-Leader Awards will provide opportunities for recipients to experience personal and spiritual growth during their time on campus.
"We are excited about this opportunity as it not only reflects our Lutheran heritage, but it also allows us to work closely with Lutheran congregations across the country to attract the best and brightest Lutheran students to Wittenberg," Erickson said.
As part of the program, Wittenberg will engage Lutheran pastors currently serving congregations nationwide in the nominating process. Letters mailed to pastors will invite them to nominate a deserving member of their congregation for a prestigious Lutheran-Scholar Leader Award. Only one member of a congregation will be eligible to receive the award, so the pastor's nomination will play a critical role in the selection process.
"By nominating a student to receive this scholarship, pastors have an opportunity to make a significant difference in the life of a youth from their respective congregations," said Robert White, director of church relations at Wittenberg.
Nominations must be received by Oct. 31, 2007, and upon receipt, Wittenberg's Office of Admission will send the nominee all the necessary information to submit an application for both admission to the university and the scholarship. Nominees must complete the paperwork by Dec. 1, 2007, and the first 50 applicants will be notified of their acceptance and scholarship confirmation by Jan. 15, 2008.
To qualify, students must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.5, be an active member of a Lutheran congregation and be admitted to the university. For more information on the program, contact White by E-mail.
Written By: Karen Gerboth
Photo By: Robbie Gantt
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