Wells College
Wells College 21st Century Leadership Award Criteria
Juniors who demonstrate exemplary leadership potential. Our hope is that recipients of this award will be encouraged to continue excellence throughout their senior year. When they apply to Wells, they will receive full consideration for additional merit-based scholarships.
Applicants must fit the following minimum criteria:
A cumulative GPA of 85% (3.0) or higher
Demonstrated leadership through school and community activities
Mission Statement
The mission of Wells College is to educate students to think critically, reason wisely, and act humanely as they cultivate meaningful lives.
Institutional Core Values
As an institution of higher education, Wells College values:
Learning founded on challenging and intellectual inquiry, requiring active student engagement, done with honor, and resulting in a transformative experience.
Continuing emotional, intellectual, and social development which involves self-reflection and continual adaptation
Interpersonal relationships and social interactions built in community
An awareness and sensitivity to differences that encourages open-mindedness and responsible action
Creativity
People as unique individuals