April 9, 2010

Briar Cliff University Announces Presidential Scholars

SIOUX CITY, Iowa – Briar Cliff University announces the recipients of the full-tuition Presidential Scholarships, the highest scholarships awarded to first-year students by the University.

The 2010 BCU Presidential Scholars, all of whom will graduate from high school this spring, are Katelyn Baas, Lewis Central High School, daughter of Kenny and Helen Baas, Council Bluffs, Iowa; Andrew Clasen, Samuel Clemens High School, son of Randy and Alice Clasen, San Antonio, Texas; Kariana Haas, Algona High School, daughter of Howard and Susan Haas, Algona, Iowa; and Chris Karpuk, Bishop Heelan Catholic High School, son of Fred and Beth Karpuk, Sioux City.

“Our Presidential Scholars are exceptional individuals who will bring much to the Briar Cliff campus,” said Sharisue Wilcoxon, vice president of enrollment management at BCU. “We look forward to having these students join our Briar Cliff community.”

Briar Cliff University Presidential Scholarships are renewed annually for up to four years of study as long as the recipient maintains a 3.0 GPA.

The scholarships were announced following a competitive application process and interviews with University administrators. High school seniors who apply for BCU’s Presidential Scholarships must have a cumulative GPA of 3.75 or better and an ACT score of 26 or higher. Award criteria also include church, school and community leadership roles.

Enrollment at Briar Cliff University is over 1,100 students from 28 states. Students are educated in the Franciscan tradition of excellence in the liberal arts and career preparation in an environment of care, compassion and openness to all. For more information, please visit www.briarcliff.edu.

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