Our Wendt Character Scholars come from all over the country and the world to form a community of character leaders. They represent different majors and undergraduate student groups, freshmen through seniors. They are athletes. They are musicians. They are leaders. They serve others on and off campus.
Each selected student commits to the year-long co-curricular program, which entails the following:
- Meet each assigned Monday evening during the semester 6:00 - 7:45 p.m. and other times as is designated;
- Complete assignments in a timely fashion;
- Participate in a minimum of 15 hours per semester of service;
- Participate in Wendt sponsored academic and social events during the academic year (e.g. Wendt Character Lectures);
- Honor the Wendt Character Scholars Commitment;
- Commit to staying in touch after graduation to let us know the impact of the program;
- Bring a lively interest and a willingness to engage in the program and pursue character growth.
- Maintain academic good standing and good standing in the Office of Student Life.
In order to become a Wendt Character Scholar, undergraduate students must apply to the program and be selected for scholarship. Applications are accepted December through April on a rolling basis, and scholars are eligible to renew their scholarship for up to three years in the program, with the potential for a fourth year as a Wendt Character Ambassador.
Together, our scholars discuss challenging, character-based topics, pursue wellbeing for themselves and others, build strong bonds, and serve the community.