Incoming Lander University freshmen from the Greenwood area can now compete for the Emerald City Rotary Scholarship for "service above self."
Dr. Lorraine Angelino, who was president of the Rotary Club in the spring when the scholarship was established, said the members of the scholarship committee "wanted to keep the scholarship money in the community."
Selection criteria include a record of community service or participation in school activities, said Angelino, a member of the Lander University Alumni Association, who teaches health care management at Lander.
Applicants' grade-point averages will also be considered, she said.
Preference will be given to applicants who have been student of the month or a member of Interact, Rotary International's service club for high school students.
Applicants' majors do not matter.
The goal of the scholarship, according to Angelino, is to encourage recipients to grow as leaders during their time at Lander and then give back to the community.
"We are greatly appreciative of the Emerald City Rotary Club's show of support for Lander students," said Ralph Patterson, vice president of University Advancement and executive director of The Lander Foundation. "This scholarship will help deserving students who truly exemplify community spirit."
For information on creating or supporting scholarships at Lander, contact the Office of University Advancement at 864-388-8350.