John Mareing Philosophy Scholarship

The John Mareing Philosophy Scholarship is an annual award given to a student majoring or minoring in philosophy. Criteria for selection is as follows:

• Must be an undergraduate student with a declared major or minor in philosophy
• Must have earned at least 60 credit hours
• Must have achieved a minimum 2.75 GPA
• Must submit an essay that addresses an issue concerning the relevance and role of philosophy, and that demonstrates superior critical thinking and writing skills
• Must exemplify general conduct consistent with the highest standards of academic and personal integrity

Additional information regarding this essay can be found at http://www.siue.edu/artsandsciences/philosophy/Mareing.shtml.

The recipient of this award will be chosen by a committee appointed by the Chair of the Department of Philosophy. If the committee decides that there is more than one deserving paper, there is the option that multiple awards may be presented, with the available funds divided. Upon being awarded the John Mareing Scholarship in Philosophy, the student’s essay should be disseminated in a venue that would foster philosophical discussion. A student may receive this honor more than once, though it would require a new essay, on a different topic.

A student who is already receiving a premier SIUE scholarship that covers complete tuition costs would not be deemed eligible for this scholarship.