Attention College Seniors: Applications are now open for the Gilder Lehrman History Scholar Awards!
* Attend private seminars with eminent historians
* Interact with historic documents during private archival visits
* Spend an expenses-paid weekend in New York City
History Scholar Award winners viewing a copy of the Thirteenth Amendment signed by Abraham Lincoln and members of Congress during a private archive tour of the Gilder Lehrman Collection.
About the Gilder Lehrman History Scholars Award:
The Gilder Lehrman History Scholar Award program recognizes outstanding graduating college seniors who have demonstrated academic and extracurricular excellence in American history or American studies as well as a commitment to public service and community involvement.
Fifteen top American history college seniors will be selected for the award. Each winner will receive:
* A long weekend in New York City, June 3-7, 2015.
* A program of special presentations, including meetings with eminent scholars.
* Exclusive behind-the-scenes tours of historic archives.
* An awards presentation and celebratory dinner in their honor.
To learn more and apply, visit www.gilderlehrman.org/hsa
Key Dates for the 2015 History Scholar Awards:
* Applications Close: March 2, 2015
* Applicants Notified: April 2014
* Award Weekend: June 3-7, 2015
Questions? Contact scholars@gilderlehrman.org