Andre R. Brown of Philadelphia Receives Hispanic College Fund Scholarship

MILLERSVILLE, PA (05/16/2011)(readMedia)-- Millersville University of Pennsylvania student, Andre R. Brown, of Philadelphia, Pa., recently received the Hispanic College Fund Scholarship, sponsored by Google. This scholarship is offered to juniors or seniors of a Hispanic background, studying computer science or computer engineering.

Brown, who graduated from George Washington Carver High School of Engineering and Science, is a junior computer science major at Millersville University. Brown enjoys video games and researching and code programs. He was selected as someone who shows commitment to education, leadership and community service.

"The application process was a very difficult one," said Brown. "But when it came to writing the essay I just basically wrote what came natural from the heart and the essay pieced very well, like a puzzle you could say."

This is a $10,000 scholarship, in addition to an all-expense paid trip to Google Scholars' Retreat in California to visit Google's headquarters. The retreat includes workshops, speakers, breakout sessions and social activities. Students will have the opportunity to explore the Googleplex, meet Googlers and connect with other Google scholars.

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.