Linda Walge Penman Scholarship

Scholarship Overview: Any high school junior or senior attending school in Delaware with career aspirations in librarianship and/or writing.

Deadline Date: March 15, 2023

Scholarship Details:

Eligibility
Any high school junior or senior attending school in Delaware with career aspirations in librarianship and/or writing.

Application Requirements

  • Completed application form — Linda Walge Penman Scholarship Application 2023
  • 500-750 word essay demonstrating the ability to formulate a well-structured, convincing argument highlighting interests in the field(s) of librarianship and/or writing. The essay must be entirely the student’s own work.  It must be typed using standard-sized paper, a universal font (i.e. Times New Roman), and 12-14 point font.  Include the student’s name and contact information in the header of each essay page, and double-space the body of the essay.
  • One letter of recommendation from a teacher.

Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation

Essay Details:

500-750 word essay demonstrating the ability to formulate a well-structured, convincing argument highlighting interests in the field(s) of librarianship and/or writing. The essay must be entirely the student’s own work.  It must be typed using standard-sized paper, a universal font (i.e. Times New Roman), and 12-14 point font.  Include the student’s name and contact information in the header of each essay page, and double-space the body of the essay.

Award Amount: $500

Website/URL: https://dla.lib.de.us/scholarships/linda-walge-penman-scholarship/

Scholarship Manager Information:

Contact Name: Katie McDonough, Chair, DLA Scholarships, Awards & Citations Committee
Contact Email: katie.mcdonough@lib.de.us

Filters:

Areas of Study: Open to All, Humanities, Museums & Libraries
Applicant’s Current Education Level: High School Student (9-11), High School Senior