Center for Student
Involvement
Scholarship Awards
2014-2015
Robert and Mary Glennen
Leader Scholarship
2014-2015
Robert Glennen served as president of Emporia State University for thirteen years, from
1984-1997. During his tenure as president, Dr. Glennen demonstrated exceptional
leadership to the university and Teachers College by challenging others to excel. The Robert
and Mary Glennen Leader Scholarship will be awarded to "Outstanding students who
exemplify the standards of high character, leadership, and commitment to their fellow
students.” Those who receive these scholarships shall be known during the time they are at
ESU as “Glennen Leader Scholars”. The scholarship will be awarded to students who meet
the following criteria and are nominated by a peer, faculty/staff member, or
Recognized Student Organization.
Criteria for receiving the scholarship:
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Student has made significant contributions to the enrichment of the campus community
through active participation in co-curricular activities, community service, and overall
campus and community involvement
Student has demonstrated individual initiative, creativity, responsibility, cooperation,
citizenship, and leadership through their involvement
Student exemplifies high standards of character, leadership, and commitment
Application Process:
ESU students, faculty/staff members or a Recognized Student Organization can nominate
students who they believe meet the high standards of this scholarship. The nominating party
should fill out the application on behalf of the candidate and return it by April 25, 2014 to:
Center for Student Involvement
1200 Commercial, Box 4065
Emporia, KS 66801
Nominees will be notified of their nomination and honored at the Newberg Outstanding
Senior Banquet and awards ceremony on May 1, 2014, where recipients will be announced.
If you have any questions contact Karson Wilson, Scholarship Coordinator, at
kwilso16@g.emporia.edu or at (620)341-5481.
Robert and Mary Glennen
Leader Scholarship Nomination Form
2014-2015
Selection Process:
ESU students, faculty/staff members, or a Recognized Student Organization can nominate
one student who they believe meets the high standards of this scholarship. The nominating
party should fill out the application on behalf of the candidate and return it to the Center
for Student Involvement, campus box 4065, by April 25, 2014.
Candidate Information:
Name ________________________________________________________
First
Last
E Number ____________________________ Phone ____________________
Local Address __________________________________________________
E-mail Address _________________________________________________
Year in School __________________________ Major ___________________
Please provide your answers to the following questions on a separate piece of paper. Limit your responses
to a total of three pages, double-spaced.
How has the candidate enriched the campus community through active participation in cocurricular activities, community service, and/or campus/community involvement? (Please
include specific activities)
How has the candidate demonstrated individual initiative, creativity, responsibility,
cooperation, citizenship and leadership through their involvement in the above listed
programs and/or services?
How has the candidate positively influenced fellow students and contributed to the
university community?
Nominator Information:
Signature: __________________________
Email: ____________________________
Department/Division__________________
Ext.______________ Date: ___________
Please return to the Center for Student Involvement, Box 4065, by April 25, 2014.
Dr. James Hirsh
Student Involvement Scholarship
2014-2015
Dr. James Hirsh was the former Vice President for Student Affairs and advisor to the
Associated Student Government. Dr. Hirsh’s commitment to the furtherance of all students
at Emporia State University was genuine and unwavering. The Dr. James Hirsh Student
Involvement Scholarship honors the memory of Dr. Hirsh and is awarded to one student
annually who has made a commitment to the students of Emporia State University; one who
mirrors the dedication of Dr. Hirsh, through consistent support of campus organizations as
well as the interests of all students.
Criteria for receiving the scholarship:
 Student must have been involved in at least one Recognized Student Organization at ESU.
 Student must be an undergraduate attending ESU during the 2014-2015 academic year.
Application Process:
To apply, please complete the attached application, a resume of answered questions,
and submit a letter of recommendation from someone familiar with the applicant’s
involvement in student activities and organizations. Additional applications are available in
the Center for Student Involvement, the Leadership Center, and on the Leadership website.
The application and letter of recommendation are due by April 25, 2014 at 5:00pm to:
The Center for Student Involvement
Campus Box 4065
Emporia, KS 66801
All applicants will be honored at the Newberg Outstanding Senior Banquet and awards
ceremony on May 1st, 2014, where recipients will be announced.
If you have any questions contact KarsonWilson, Scholarship Coordinator, at
kwilso16@g.emporia.edu or at (620)341-5481.
Dr. James Hirsh
Student Involvement Scholarship
2014-2015
Name (First, Middle Initial, Last)__________________________________________
E-Number___________________ Email Address: ___________________________
Local Address _______________________________________________________
Permanent Address_ ___________________________________________________
Cell Phone Number ___________________________________________________
Home Phone Number _________________________________________________
Year in School _________________ Expected Graduation Date __________________
Major_______________________ Minor ________________________________
Name of person providing recommendation letter:
__________________________________________________________________
Please provide your answers to the following questions. Limit your responses to a total of three pages,
double-spaced.
 Please list all student organizations and activities you have been involved in at Emporia
State University, including leadership positions.
 Why do you feel it is important for you to be involved in activities and organizations?
 How has your involvement positively impacted Emporia State University?
 How has being involved on campus better prepared you for your future?
All information I am submitting is true and accurate and represents my participation at Emporia State
University.
______________________________________________________________________________
Signature
Date
All application materials must be received in the Center for Student Involvement, by
April 25, 2014 at 5:00 p.m.
.
John R. and Carolyn Webb
Leadership Scholarship
2014-2015
The John Webb Leadership Scholarship was established as a tribute to Dr. John R. Webb, who
served Emporia State for twenty-seven years, from 1959-1986. Dr. Webb enjoyed a long and
distinguished career as Vice President for Student Affairs. During his tenure at Emporia State
University, he worked with hundreds of student leaders through the Associated Student
Government. Upon his retirement in 1986, the Associated Student Government established
the John R. and Carolyn Webb Leadership Scholarship in his honor.
Criteria for receiving the scholarship:
 First preference shall be given to Emporia State University undergraduate students who
have demonstrated leadership in two or more campus organizations (i.e. officers,
committee chairs).
 Recipients shall be classified as sophomore or above, and have a cumulative grade point
average of at least 3.0.
 Once a student receives the scholarship, he or she is not eligible to receive it again.
Application Process:
To apply, please submit the attached application, a resume of answered questions,
and two letters of recommendation. Applications are also available in the Center for
Student Involvement, the Leadership Center, and on the Leadership website.
All applications materials, specified above, are due by April 25, 2014 to:
Center for Student Involvement
1200 Commercial, Box 4065
Emporia, KS 66801
All applicants will be honored at the Newberg Outstanding Senior Banquet and awards
ceremony on May 1st, 2014, where recipients will be announced.
If you have any questions contact KarsonWilson, Scholarship Coordinator, at
kwilso16@g.emporia.edu or at (620)341-5481.
John R. and Carolyn Webb
Leadership Scholarship Application
2014-2015
Name (First, Middle Initial, Last)__________________________________________
E-Number___________________ Email Address: ___________________________
Local Address _______________________________________________________
Permanent Address_ ___________________________________________________
Cell Phone Number ___________________________________________________
Home Phone Number _________________________________________________
Year in School _________________ Expected Graduation Date __________________
Major_______________________ Minor ________________________________
Names of persons providing recommendation letters:
1.)______________________________ 2.) ___________________________ ____
Please provide your answers to the following questions. Limit your responses to a total of three pages,
double-spaced.
 Please list all student organizations and activities you have been involved in at Emporia
State University, including leadership positions.
Why do you feel it is important for you to be involved in activities and organizations?
How has being involved on campus prepared you to reach your future goals?
How are you personally impacting ESU?
Describe your personal leadership philosophy.
Why do you believe you should be selected to receive the John R. Webb Leadership
Scholarship?
All information I am submitting is true and accurate and represents my participation at Emporia State
University.
______________________________________________________________________________
Signature
Date
All application materials must be received in the Center for Student Involvement, by
April 25, 2014 at 5:00 p.m.