The School of Information Studies (iSchool) at Syracuse University has announced
the recipients of the 2008 Graduate Leadership Scholarships. This scholarship
program was launched this year to recognize excellence in incoming applicants and
to encourage them to participate in and lead the graduate student organizations and
other initiatives within the school.
"As a leading iSchool, we find that the best and brightest often apply, but sometimes
aren't able to attend due to financial reasons," says Dean Elizabeth D. Liddy. "Our
hope is that the leadership scholarships will enable these high-achieving students to
enroll in our top-ranked programs."
The scholarship covers six tuition credits a year for both years of study in one of the
master's degree programs. Recipients of the award are expected to participate in the
life of the school through a variety of activities such as assisting with the
administration of student organizations and serving as peer advisors. Scholarship
recipients must maintain good standing academically, along with good overall
performance in the school.
A committee of iSchool faculty, staff and administrators selected the recipients based
on their application and supporting materials in a competitive review process.
During a recent awards lunch, faculty and staff members provided the scholarship
recipients with ways in which they could engage in the life of the school. Ideas ranged
from working on research projects and mentoring other students to taking a
leadership role in student organizations and recruiting over breaks.
This year's 16 scholarship recipients are enrolled in three of the master's degree
programs in both the campus and distance-learning formats. They are:
