James Joyce Library Memorial Scholarship
The James Joyce Library Scholarship is presented by the Brentwood Library Board of Trustees in memory of former Brentwood Mayor James Joyce. Mayor Joyce was an avid supporter of the library and the youth of the community.
The annual scholarship is $1000 and will go to a high school senior who is furthering his or her education through either a college or vocational program.
Requirements to Apply:
- Applicants must be a resident of Brentwood Borough
- Applicant must be a high school senior
- Applicants have a GPA of 3.0 or above
- Applications will be judged first and foremost on the merit of the plan presented
The applicant will be asked to present a plan that will create a positive change within the library or present a new idea that can improve the library and its services and programming. There will be several follow-up questions including programming implementation and foreseen obstacles.
The scholarship winner will be announced at Brentwood High School Senior Awards night.
2025 scholarship awarded to Owen Beck
2024 scholarship awarded to Kiersten Finnigan
2023 scholarship awarded to Kenneth Pfeil
2022 scholarship awarded to Ceci Foley
2021 scholarship awarded to Ceci Levino