Dr. M. Celeste Nichols Award
This award is given to UofL graduate students for travel or other professional development needs apart from tuition or books. It is named in honor of M. Celeste Nichols--student, scholar, mentor, and professor. She was the first African American to receive a Ph.D. from UofL’s English Department. Dr. Nichols taught African- American literature and basic writing at UofL, Kentucky State University and at Bellarmine University before her death in 1996 at age 45. Winners are chosen according to how well their intended use of the award supports the mission of the Women’s Center and Dr. Nichols’ legacy. This award is given with generous support from the Women's Center, George J. Howe Student Leadership Fund & the University of Louisville English Department.
An electronic submission is also required and must be sent to Phyllis Webb prior to the deadline. No essays accepted after the deadline date of November 17th, 2023 by 5pm.