Virginia Mills Edwards Nursing Scholarship Recipients Announced

SALISBURY, MD--  Krystal Robinson of East New Market and Cynthia Knight of Federalsburg, MD have been selected as this year's recipients of the Virginia Mills Edwards Nursing Scholarship for the 2002-2003 academic year at Salisbury University.

Robinson will be a junior in the traditional track of the baccalaureate nursing program this fall while Knight will be completing the final courses to complete the bachelor's degree in the accelerated track. "Both students were selected based on the belief that they possess the exceptional qualifications, aptitude and potential for outstanding careers in nursing" said Mary DiBartolo, Nursing Department scholarship coordinator.

The Virginia Mills Edwards Nursing Scholarship is awarded each year to a nursing major who exhibits a desire to become a registered nurse. Priority is given to Dorchester County residents, but applicants from the Lower Shore are considered. Recipients receive up to $1,000 for the academic year. Any questions regarding nursing scholarships may be directed to DiBartolo, SU Department of Nursing, 410-543-6403.