Mariah Peterson
  • Lowell, AR

Mariah Peterson earns EAST scholarship

2016 May 6

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock's EAST (Environmental and Spatial Technology) program has announced its UALR EAST scholarship recipients for the 2016-17 academic year.

Mariah Peterson was among a select group of students to earn the highly competitive award.

The scholarship provides $10,000 per academic year, totaling $40,000 during four years.

To be considered for this prestigious honor, students must submit a 250-word essay, two letters of recommendation (one from their EAST facilitator), have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0, and have been in EAST for at least one year.

EAST Scholars are required to complete service projects throughout the year that benefit UALR and the community. The UALR EAST Lab, located in Dickinson Hall, is a part of the College of Education and Health Professions.