Tobe Frierson (far right) prepares to lead E.B. Kennedy semifinalists on a tour

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Erskine Welcomes E.B. Kennedy Semifinalists

Erskine College hosts approximately 140 E.B. Kennedy Scholarship semifinalists today and Saturday. The high school seniors, all standouts in academics, extracurricular activities, and church and community service, will enjoy campus tours, academic presentations, a faculty fair, and meals with faculty, interviewers, hosts and hostesses as they compete for two full scholarships.

Inspired by Dr. E.B. Kennedy, beloved Erskine alumnus, teacher and respected minister, two full scholarships are awarded to high school seniors demonstrating leadership and service in their communities, churches, and schools. The value of each scholarship, over four years, currently exceeds $84,000. Awards are based solely on merit. E.B. Kennedy Scholars must excel in four areas: Christian commitment, scholastic achievement, vigorous outlook and leadership potential.

Speakers for competition events include Crosland Stuart, Director of the E.B. Kennedy Scholarship Program, 1998 Erskine College graduate Angela Merriman, and members of the Erskine faculty, staff, and student body.

Erskine Admissions Director Bart Walker said this year's semifinalists are outstanding students and citizens. "These students have a tremendous record of service activities that they have maintained even while performing so well academically," he said.

The E.B. Kennedy Scholarships are funded by the Edward C. Stuart Foundation, Inc., in Bartow, Fla., and an E.B. Kennedy Scholarship Fund. Crosland Stuart serves as Chair of the E.B. Kennedy Scholarship Program.

Candidates are nominated by guidance counselors, principals or headmasters. Erskine College alumni may also coordinate a nomination through a high school or preparatory school. Of the candidates reaching the semifinalist stage, up to 24 will be recommended to the Final Selection Committee and be invited to participate in Final Interviews in January. Committee members will then recommend the candidates they deem most qualified to become E.B. Kennedy Scholars.

Erskine Dean of Students Robyn Agnew (second from left) shows parents of E.B. Kennedy semifinalists around campus