Kennedy Musembi Receives the Landis Family International Scholarship

2012 May 2

Kennedy Musembi, of Nairobi, Kenya, has been selected to receive the Landis Family International Scholarship. Musembi will graduate from Alliance High School and will attend Millersville University of Pennsylvania this fall to study chemistry/pre-pharmacy.

The Landis Family International Scholarship is awarded to an international, first year college student, or a transfer student, who comes to Millersville University using a student/F-1 visa for full-time study. The recipient must have a strong academic record; be proficient in English, according to University standards, and have demonstrated financial need. This year the award is in the amount of $890 divided evenly over the recipient's first two terms.

Millersville University of Pennsylvania is a top-ranked, public university located in the northeast region of the United States. It is committed to offering students a high quality, comprehensive university experience of exceptional value. Dedicated to providing nationally recognized programs that embrace the liberal arts, Millersville offers academic opportunities that are supported by outstanding faculty who are accomplished scholars and practitioners. Founded in 1855 as the first Normal School in Pennsylvania, Millersville University is one of 14 universities within the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education.