Hannah Scupham Wins Honorable Mention for Essay

VALPARAISO, IN (09/02/2010)(readMedia)-- The Valparaiso University Department of English recently awarded Hannah Scupham of Valparaiso, Ind., a 2010 Margot Ann Uehling Prize for Writing honorable mention for her essay "Regal Vignettes."

Scupham is a sophomore majoring in English and political science. She is the daughter of Dave and Jane Scupham.

The Margot Ann Uehling Prize, awarded to the best non-fiction prose essay written last year by a Valparaiso University undergraduate student not graduating before December, 2010, honors the memory and achievements of teacher, scholar, and writer Margot Uehling, sister of Professor Edward Uehling, Chair of the Valparaiso Department of English.

About Valparaiso University

Valparaiso University is a comprehensive university that enrolls more than 4,000 students on its campus southeast of downtown Chicago. A community of purpose-driven, empowered, service-minded and ethical individuals who embrace the pursuit of truth with freedom, humility and compassion, Valpo has been identified as one of the top master's-level institutions in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report magazine for the past 22 years.

More than 110 undergraduate academic programs are offered through the colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business Administration, Engineering and Nursing. Valpo also has a distinguished honors college-Christ College, a School of Law and more than 40 degree and certificate programs in its Graduate School and Continuing Education Division. Valpo has been recognized for its commitment to outstanding teaching, preparing thoughtful leaders with strong cross-cultural skills and global awareness, and dedication to serving others.