Brieanna Cline, of Saint Francisville, Ill., was awarded the Claire Sherwood Spencer scholarship by Wabash Valley College. Cline graduated from Lawrenceville High School and will attend WVC to work towards earning an associate degree in General Studies.
The Claire Sherwood Spencer Scholarship was established by the late Dr. James S. Spencer and wife, Claire, as a tribute to the dedication and support Mrs. Spencer provided during the years which Dr. Spencer spent as Chancellor of the Illinois Eastern Community Colleges.
Mrs. Spencer was also active in support of the fine arts in the area. Many have benefitted from her work as a language arts teacher, from her activities as a founder of the Women’s League for Community Progress in Olney, Ill., and from her support of higher education projects for women as a member of the Philanthropic Educational Organization.
This scholarship recognizes outstanding academic achievement and leadership in high school and is awarded to students who demonstrate a potential to excel in their area of study. The scholarship provides assistance with tuition costs for one year as long as the student remains enrolled full time. Total value of this award is estimated at $2,400.