The Laura D. Kennamer Endowed Scholarship Fund, established by the late Laura D. Kennamer, aids and fosters the educational experience of students attending Eastern Kentucky University who are majoring in programs in the areas of Social and Behavioral Sciences.
ELIGIBILITY:
Must be an EKU student majoring in Anthropology, Globalization & International Affairs, Political Science, History, Psychology, Sociology, or Social Work
SCHOLARSHIP USE AND AMOUNT:
Multiple awards may be given each year
Award amounts vary depending on need, as demonstrated on the application. Typical awards have been $1,000 — $10,000, but could be higher.
Students may apply to use funds for Study Abroad, EKU tuition/fees, and other expenses related to continuing their education at EKU. Please note that Study Abroad expenses may need to be paid in advance, and students will receive funds later.
To use the funds for Study Abroad, the student must have planned an EKU-affiliated study abroad experience that applies toward their EKU degree. See link for approved EKU study abroad experiences https://www.eku.edu/study-abroad/
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Complete the foundation scholarship application via the Scholarship Portal.
Essays and letters of recommendation are submitted through the portal.
