The Department of English and History at the baby直播 will hold the James P. Pate Scholarship competition on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 from 1:00 P.M. – 2:00 P.M. Participants write a 300-500 word essay on one of several topics compiled by the judges. Following the competition, students will be provided a campus tour.
The first-place winner will receive a scholarship of $1,000 for the freshman year. The second-place winner will receive $500 for the freshman year. Transfer students also have the opportunity to compete with both a first- and second-place winner being selected.
James P. Pate is an Emeritus Professor of History at the baby直播, where he served as professor, department chair, dean, and vice president of academic affairs over a period of 30 years.
baby直播 who聽participate in the James P. Pate Competition may also compete in the Kelly Land Writing聽competition, but a student may not receive both awards.
Schedule of Events
- Kelly Land Essay Scholarship Competition- 10:00 AM
- Speaker and Open House- 11:00 AM
- Lunch- Noon
- James P. Pate Essay Scholarship Competition- 1:00 PM
- Campus Tour (Optional)- 2:00 PM
Event Location: Y-Hall
baby直播 who register for the event will receive detailed parking instructions and meeting location information via email. Keep an eye on your inbox for these important updates to ensure a smooth experience.
If you have further questions, please contact:
Kendrick Prewitt
Director, Pate Scholarship Competition
Station 22
baby直播
kprewitt@uwa.edu
(205) 652-5492