Jessica Bouloutian Receives Greek Council Scholarship

MILLERSVILLE, PA (05/07/2013)(readMedia)-- Jessica A. Bouloutian, of New Hope, Pa., has been selected to receive The Greek Council Award. Bouloutian will graduate from New Hope-Solebury High School and attend Millersville University of Pennsylvania this fall to study biology and animal behavior.

The Greek Council Award recipient is awarded in the amount of $878. It is an award to recognize a recipient's demonstrated academic excellence in high school while maintaining an extensive involvement in extra-curricular activities.

Bouloutian is also the recipient of a $1,000 MEDAL Scholarship. She was a member of the band throughout high school and a member of the high school orchestra. She has been a volunteer at Last Chance Ranch for rescued animals, sewed clothing for children in need, assisted at a food pantry and donated her hair to Locks of Love. She held part-time jobs, providing child care and pet care for neighbors while in high school and tutored elementary aged children.

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.