Announcing the 2012 Recipients of the Adelphi Prize for Leadership
From left to right, back row: Chaminade High School Student Thomas Bruno, Kellenberg Memorial High School Student Enrique Austria, Garden City Village Administrator Robert L. Schoelle, Garden City Superintendent Robert Feirsen, Garden City High School Student Jonathan Krammer, Sacred Heart Academy Student Christina Uria, and Adelphi University President Scott
What is the Adelphi University Prize for Leadership?
Each year, the Adelphi University Prize for Leadership is awarded to high school juniors in recognition of their exemplary academic achievement and community service. Awardees will receive:
- $1,000 award
- Inscribed clock
- Two tuition-free courses at Adelphi University, one taken in the fall semester and the other in the spring semester of their senior year
- Adelphi University library privileges
- Invitation to a events honoring a leading scholar, artist or political figure visiting the University during that academic year.
Application Deadline
April 5, 2012.
Eligibility
Applicants must be high school juniors and residents of Garden City.
Criteria
Applicants must:
- Show a record of superior academic performance, in relation to their academic potential
- Demonstrate exceptional leadership skills in voluntary pursuits and/or community service activities
- Be available to attend the Adelphi University Prize for Leadership Reception.
Requirements
Applicants must submit the following documentation to their school counselor by the due date:
- Completed application form (PDF 98KB)
- Minimum of one letter of recommendation from a high school administrator, school counselor or high school teacher
- Minimum of one letter of recommendation from a supervisor with firsthand knowledge of the applicant's community service work. Each letter must include a description of the activity and the number of hours per week or per activity contributed by the student.
- Official high school transcript
- Activity sheet.
Interview
In addition to submitting the mandatory documents, applicants may be asked for a interview by members of the Adelphi University Prize for Leadership Committee.
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