I received a letter in the mail the other day notifying me that I was one of the students from the Dauch College of Business and Economics nominated for the Emerson Scholarship.

The criteria to be considered for nomination were:

• A student with any business major other than Hospitality Management
• A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Demonstrated outstanding leadership in the College, on campus, and in the community
• Potential to be a high contributor in the chosen career

A list is circulated to the faculty with those students who meet the GPA and class ranking requirement and they chose 5 students based on the above criteria.

The Dean’s office compiles a list of the nominated students, not to exceed 20.

Then the Dean’s office notifies the chosen students and they are to do three things;

• Write a letter of interest
• Construct an up to date resume
• Include two letters or recommendation

After that the scholarship committee, chaired by the Dean meets and makes their selection. Ten scholars will be selected and awarded $2,800 for their senior year.

In early April the Dean’s office and of the award and asks them to be present the Emerson Scholars Recognition luncheon where they will have a chance to network with Emerson Electric executives.

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Needless to say I am quite honored to be recognized. To even be considered a faculty member had to recognize my talents and potential talents, and that is just flattering to me.

I need to get started on that Letter of Interest, needless to say I am not quite sure how to write one, but I am sure I will figure it out.

Whether I get it or not, I feel its a great honor.

Until next time,

David H.