Henrietta Ten Harmsel English Scholarship

Dr. Ten Harmsel served the English Department for 27 years, both as a beloved teacher and as departmental chair. This scholarship is awarded to English majors because Dr. Ten Harmsel believes English is a crucial element of the liberal arts education, because it prepares students for a wide range of professions, and because it enables them to verbalize their Christian faith in an articulate, forceful, and humane way.

Basic criteria:

• entering sophomore or junior year
• cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher
• pursuing an English degree
• financial need is not required

If the above criteria are met the following will also be considered:

• show an enthusiasm and love for reading and writing
• recognize the close relationship between literature and faith

Renewal criteria: Students who wish to be considered for renewal must file a new application each year and will be given equal consideration with other candidates.