A few weeks ago I was proud to award my annual scholarship for a student from our international student community. Faculty were asked to not offer remarks, so I have included mine below…

This year’s International Student Scholarship is being awarded to Lara Melo. The nominating faculty member, Professor Renita Brady, noted that Ms. Melo is “an extremely enthusiastic student with a love of learning and a love of experiencing.” Professor Brady noted that Lara’s most impressive trait was her willingness to share aspects of her Brazilian culture to faculty and members of her student cohort. She is a member of the International Student Association as well.