Belmont School of Pharmacy
Leadership and Service Scholarships
The Belmont University School of Pharmacy offers competitive scholarship awards to recognize extraordinary commitments to service and examples of leadership among the members of the Class of 2012. These awards reflect key values that help to define Belmont University and the School of Pharmacy.
Five (5) scholarships of $4,000 ($1,000 per year for four years) will be awarded to matriculated members of the Class of 2012 from among those who apply for consideration and who meet all requirements. Two (2) of the five scholarships will honor individuals' roles as leaders; three (3) of the five scholarships will recognize individuals' service to others.
The two categories (service and leadership) recognize that valuable activities in any community require both those who lead and those who serve. While these characteristics can be exhibited in one person, often important service activities are carried out by individuals with different talents and personalities. These two awards strive to celebrate roles of leadership and service.
Scholarship Criteria
- The individuals selected to receive the scholarships demonstrate sustained and atypical activity in leadership or service, working to affect positive outcomes in the lives of others or their community.
- The individuals are recognized by others as carrying out these meritorious activities without expectation for self-benefit; they are examples of humility and effectiveness.
- The individuals' prior activities suggest a commitment to serving/leading others that will define a lifelong commitment.
Award Continuity
Each scholarship is awarded over four years. In order for the individual to continue to receive the award for all four years, he or she must continue to demonstrate leadership/service activities, document these activities in the professional portfolio each semester, maintain good academic standing (minimum cumulative GPA of 2.3), and plan the service project for new pharmacy student orientation each year.
Application Process
(deadline: May 16, 2008)- Individuals may apply for only one (1) of the two categories - Leadership or Service. Some applicants may have substantial experience in both areas; individuals are requested to choose the area that is most appropriate for them.
- Individuals must be nominated for one (1) of the two categories by a representative of an organization/group or community with whom the candidate has a demonstrable service history. A letter of nomination is required that summarizes how the nominee meets the award criteria and establishes the difference that the nominee's activities have made in the organization and/or the lives of others. Use of specific examples is encouraged. Two copies of the letter should be sent directly to Belmont at the address provided below.
- Each nominee must provide 1) a current resume that includes history and activity relevant to the scholarship focus, and 2) a written statement of what motivates him or her to engage in the activity described by their leadership or service activity. Two completed application packets must arrive at the School of Pharmacy offices by May 16, 2008. Award notifications will be made on May 30, 2008.
- Nomination letters and application packets should be mailed separately to the following address:
Leadership and Service Scholarships Belmont University School of Pharmacy 1900 Belmont Boulevard Nashville, TN 37212
