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David Bernstein English Scholarship at Governors State University 2025

 Language – the shades and shapes of words, the choices made, the truths touched – was central to the life of David Bernstein.  He grew up in the southern suburbs, was awarded the state English award when he graduate from high school, attended Yale University as a Yale National Scholar until illness forced his withdrawal, and was graduate from Roosevelt University with its Phelan Fellowship for graduate study.  His literary interest focused on critic and poetry; he was also a talented pianist and a Chicago Cubs fan.  David died in 1972 at the age of 24; his parents endowed this scholarship in his honor. 

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Summary

  • Application DeadlineNot Specified
  • Value$1,000
  • Study LevelMasters , Undergraduate
  • SponsorGovernors State University
  • City to studyIllinois
  • School to studyGovernors State University
  • Course to studyEnglish , English Education , MA Education

Requirements

  • Must be a junior, senior, or graduate level degree seeking student enrolled (or enrolling) in a minimum of six (6) credit hours at Governors State University;
  • Must have a GPA of 3.25 or higher;
  • Major in English, English Education, or MA Education.

Application Deadline

Not Specified

How To Apply

  1. Five hundred (500) word essay describing qualifications; emphasizing your contributions to the English division through classroom participation, tutoring, and extracurricular activities.
  2. Letter of recommendation indicated commitment and contributions to the field of Education. 

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