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Scholar In Residence

The Scholar in Residence, selected on the basis of outstanding work as a philosophy major, will receive a scholarship covering 16 credits of in-state tuition for the Fall term, plus a stipend for books and living expenses, and may be renewed for the following Spring term.  The total value of the award is anticipated to be approximately $5000 per semester.


Minimum Qualifications:
1. Major in Philosophy at UNLV
2. Junior/Senior class standing and full-time registration for the upcoming academic year.

Any student wishing to be considered for this award should submit an application with:

1.  Transcripts of all undergraduate work (unofficial transcripts are acceptable)

2.  A list of all current coursework

3.  A list of all scholarships and other awards received

4.  Two letters of recommendation from university professors or equivalent.  At least one letter must be from a member of the UNLV Department of Philosophy.

5.  Two or three writing samples.  Choose two or three examples of your writing of which you are particularly proud.   Choose from papers you have written for philosophy classes, essays you have written in response to essay questions on exams, etc.

6.  A personal statement of 500-700 words that discusses:

                  (a) your history of accomplishment (academic, particularly in philosophy)
                  (b) your goals regarding philosophy (including plans for graduate study)
                  (c) your leadership potential
                  (d) what you would do if you are selected as Scholar in Residence
            7.  A current mailing and email address.

Applications should be directed to the “Student Awards Committee” and be delivered in person to the Department of Philosophy, CDC Building #4.

Applications for awards for the 2009-2010 academic year are due March 23, 2009.


Past Scholars in Residence

2008-2009
Joseph Bray

2007-2008
Mark Wilson

2006-2007
Jeremiah Wishon

2005-2006
Robert Compau and Donovan Wishon