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Award for Award for Student Excellence in Developmental Education

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This $500 award is to honor the academic achievement of a student in a Developmental Education program/Curriculum.  The awardee will also receive a $50 gift card, and complimentary breakfast and lunch on the day of the award.  One night of lodging shall be awarded, excluding meals, to an awardee living > 90 miles from the conference site.
Additional Requirements:

  • Completed at least two developmental courses in reading, writing or math
  • Completed at least twenty-four credits (developmental courses included)
  • Attained a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00.
  • Must be a current undergraduate student in Pennsylvania at the time of nomination
  • Must be nominated by a current PADE member
  • Student must submit official transcript–unofficial transcript may be used for nomination, but award will be contingent on receipt of official transcript.
  • Letters of recommendation from at least two of your instructors (limit 2 pgs.)  One MUST be from a developmental educator.
  • Letter of recommendation from the developmental program/curriculum director or professional staff member (limit 2 pgs.)
  • Photograph in digital jpg. format

Note: The $500 award check will be given to the Program Director for disbursal to the student’s account.