LASALLIAN LEADERSHIP AWARD
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LASALLIAN LEADERSHIP AWARD Named after St. John Baptist de La Salle, the founder of the Brothers of the Christian Schools and patron saint of teachers, this scholarship opportunity is part of a cooperative effort to continually improve the quality and scope of the Lasallian tradition at Manhattan College. Recipients of this award are expected to become leaders on campus who actively participate in service projects through Manhattan College s various Lasallian groups and organizations. Some of the past recipients of the award have joined the Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Student Ambassadors group on campus while others have taken a service-immersion trip with the Lasallian Outreach Volunteer Experience (L.O.V.E.). Whether your passion is community service, discussing social justice issues, or influencing peers with your knowledge of St. John Baptist De la Salle, we welcome you to bring your unique Lasallian experience to life as a Jasper.
MISSION STATEMENT To develop creative ways of integrating mission with campus life programs, utilizing a base of students who have already experienced Lasallian educational environments prior to attending Manhattan College. WHO IS A LASALLIAN LEADER? A graduate of a Lasallian high school who has shown significant leadership and service in his/her high school and community. WHAT IS EXPECTED OF A LASALLIAN LEADER? Volunteer and participate in mission-oriented service Integrate mission with campus life at Manhattan College Become a role model and mentor to other students Maintain a good academic and disciplinary record Educate peers on the principles of a Lasallian education WHAT IS THE AMOUNT OF THE SCHOLARSHIP? The amount is determined by the College s administration based on the number of applicants and funding available.
HOW TO APPLY Applicants must: 1. Be accepted to Manhattan College before March 15th. 2. Write a short essay (300-600 words) based on the following topic: Describe how you were a Lasallian leader during high school and name some examples. How will your experience translate as a student at Manhattan College? 3. Provide a list of clubs, leadership roles and service organizations that have added value to your Lasallian Catholic experience during high school. 4. Send application materials by April 1st to: LLA@manhattan.edu -or- Manhattan College Admissions Office 4513 Manhattan College Parkway Riverdale, NY 10471 (718) 862-7200
Example makes a much greater impression on the mind and heart than words. ST. JOHN BAPTIST DE LA SALLE A LIST OF HIGH SCHOOLS ATTENDED BY LASALLIAN LEADERS Bishop Kelley, Tulsa, OK Bishop Loughlin Memorial HS, Brooklyn, NY Calvert Hall College H.S., Baltimore, MD Central Catholic H.S., Pittsburgh, PA Christian Brothers Academy, Albany, NY Christian Brothers Academy, Lincroft, NJ Christian Brothers Academy, Syracuse, NY Christian Brothers College H.S., St. Louis, MO Christian Brothers HS, Sacramento, CA La Salle Academy, New York, NY La Salle Academy, Providence, RI La Salle College H.S., Pasadena, CA La Salle College H.S., Philadelphia, PA La Salle Institute, Troy, NY Mullen High School, Denver, CO Sacred Heart Cathedral Prep, San Francisco, CA St. John s College H.S., Washington, DC St. Joseph s Collegiate H.S., Buffalo, NY St. Peter s High School, Staten Island, NY St. Raphael Academy, Pawtucket, RI St. Raymond High School for Boys, Bronx, NY Collegio De La Salle, Puerto Rico