Colleen Weidman
University of Central Arkansas student Colleen Weidman has been named a recipient of a 2017-2018 James G. Stemler Study Abroad Scholarship in the amount of $2,000.
The James G. Stemler Study Abroad Scholarships are awarded to Alpha Lambda Delta members who are pursuing credit-bearing study abroad programs to enhance their academic studies. Weidman is one of 10 individuals nationally to receive this scholarship award.
“Without all of the opportunities I have had so far at UCA and things I have learned, I would not have been nearly as strong of a competitor for this scholarship,” Weidman said.
The Fort Smith native will be travelling to Costa Rica from May 28 to July 2. While there, she will live with a host family, as well as volunteer with a local organization and attend Spanish classes.
Weidman is a sophomore majoring in health sciences with an emphasis in physical therapy. Her minors are Spanish and Honors Interdisciplinary Studies.
“This scholarship is allowing me to become closer to reaching my goal of becoming bilingual. I have personally seen the great need for professionals to be bilingual, specifically in health care,” she said.
The awards are named in honor of Dr. James G. Stemler, who served the National Council of Alpha Lambda Delta for more than 14 years. In addition to his dedicated service on the Council, Stemler was an active chapter advisor for the University of Portland. Stemler has been a vocal proponent and promoter of international study. Alpha Lambda Delta recognizes the importance of educational experiences outside of the United States and is committed to helping its membership develop a more global view of the world.
Alpha Lambda Delta
Alpha Lambda Delta is a national honor society that recognizes students’ academic success in their first year at a college or university. Founded in 1924, Alpha Lambda Delta has over a million lifetime members and is present on over 280 campuses nationwide. Alpha Lambda Delta’s mission is to “encourage superior academic achievement, to promote intelligent living and a continued high standard of learning, and to assist students in recognizing and developing meaningful goals for their unique roles in society.”
