Shelby Stercic of Mount Greenwood is one of five Saint Xavier University students who have been awarded scholarships for excellence by SXU's School of Education.

Stercic was awarded the Elaine Gallagher Scholarship, a $2,000 tuition grant funded by the estate of alumna Elaine Gallagher and donations made in her memory. Stercic is an undergraduate in the biology secondary education program who epitomizes the roles of leader, coordinator, team player and motivator. The scholarship committee recognizes her enthusiasm for teaching science, love of learning, and demonstration of service.

Students are encouraged to submit entries for next year’s scholarships. Applications will be available in October. For more information about Saint Xavier’s School of Education or the scholarships, please call (773) 298-3177 or visit the School of Education Web site at www.sxu.edu/soe/.