HOBBIE SCHOLARSHIP

 

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 2011.

 

            The Department of Philosophy and Religion at James Madison University has the responsibility of selecting recipients of the awards.

 

            TO APPLY:   

 

·                     Complete 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, Cleveland 112

·                     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 25, 2011.  Forms are available from Linda Wandless in Cleveland 112.

 

                                    For additional information contact:

                                    Linda Wandless

                                    Department of Philosophy and Religion

                                    Cleveland 112

                                    Phone:  568-6394

                                    Email:  wandlelc@jmu.edu