Gillespie STEM Scholars
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As the American foundress of the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Mother Angela (Gillespie), C.S.C. strongly believed in full educational rights for women, and championed the introduction of advanced courses in science and higher mathematics during her tenure as provincial superior.
The expansion of the order and of its educational work proceeded rapidly under Mother Angela’s direction. During the Civil War, Mother Angela established eight military hospitals, staffed two hospital ships, and provided for the direction of scores of sister-nurses.
In her honor, the Academy will award STEM Scholarships to qualified incoming freshmen who have demonstrated an aptitude for science and math.
Gillespie scholars must take one of the Project Lead the Way engineering courses by the end of sophomore year.
Criteria for Selection:
Applicants will be considered for the scholarship based on the following criteria:
- Academic performance in 7th and 8th grades, with a focus on math and science
- Performance on the Pursuit of Scholarship submission
- High School Placement Test
- Successful completion of Algebra I
- Candidate Interview*
*Candidates will be invited to come for an interview