Adele’s Circle of Women Scholarship grants annual scholarships to help deserving students who advance the role of women and girls in their academic studies and activities, who plan to further this leadership in their personal and professional lives. The scholarship seeks to aid emerging student leaders and/or recognize accomplished student leaders. The five scholarships provide a $500 award to a current University of Maryland undergraduate or graduate student. Established in 2015, the Adele’s Circle of Women Scholarship is generously funded by Terp alumnae.
Eligibility Requirements for five (5) $500 scholarships:
Previous recipients of Adele’s Circle of Women Scholarship are not eligible to apply.
Current UMD student (undergraduate or graduate)
Emerging Student Leaders:
One (1) First Year Student
One (1) Second Year Student
Accomplished Student Leaders:
One (1) Third Year Student
One (1) Fourth Year Student
One (1) Graduate Student
In good academic standing with the University
Demonstrates good citizenship and a positive attitude
Applications are due no later than February 3, 2018 to be considered for a 2017-2018 award. Awards will be given at Adele’s Circle of Women spring event – HerStory. All applicants are strongly encouraged to attend the event to be held on Thursday evening, April 13, 2018 in the Stamp Student Union.
Interested students should complete the application at https://orgsync.com/84788/forms/295736. If you have any questions, please email tzacker@umd.edu.