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Notice of a Scholarship

 

Available to JMU Students with a Career interest in Religion

 

            The Warren W. Hobbie Foundation provides funding for substantial scholarships to be given to JMU students who are planning "to serve their fellow man through organized religion."  No preference is given to any particular religion or denomination.  Students must be returning to JMU in Fall 2005.

 

            The Department of Philosophy and Religion at James Madison University has the responsibility of selecting recipients of the awards.  We would like to reach all students who would qualify to apply.  Therefore, we are sending this notice to various campus community figures and organizations associated with religion.  Please assist us in making this fine scholarship opportunity known to appropriate students.

 

            TO APPLY:    

 

·                    obtain and fill out a standardized application form from the JMU Philosophy and Religion Department

·                    write "Hobbie Scholarship" across the top and be sure to check box that releases information to the Selection Committee

·                    include names of 2 references, at least one of whom, is (preferably) connected with JMU or located in the Harrisonburg area

·                    return form to Philosophy and Religion Department

·                    compose an essay of  300 words or less on "What kind of contribution to humanity I would like to make with my life" and send to:

 

Dr. Sallie King

Selection Committee for Hobbie Scholarship

Department of Philosophy and Religion

James Madison University

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE for awards to be made next school year:

March 31, 2005.

 

                                    For more information contact:

 

                                    Linda Wandless

                                    Department of Philosophy and Religion

                                    James Madison University

                                    Phone:  568-6394

                                    Email:  wandlelc@jmu.edu        

 

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