PROMOTING AND ADVANCING HUMAN RESOURCE EXCELLENCE IN THE GREATER WASHINGTON COMMUNITY

Scholarships



The Human Resource Leadership Awards presents up to three $4,000 scholarships annually to students pursuing careers in the HR field.

HRLA is pleased to congratulate the recipients of our 2012 scholarships:

Chandni Patel | Georgetown University


Chandni is currently pursuing a Masters degree in Professional Studies with a focus on Human Resources. Her Masters degree is complemented by a BA in Management & Society and Psychology, making Chandni a multi-faceted human resource professional. Chandni’s academic career is a testament to her personal values and strong work ethic. Chandni is also a member of Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM).

Lindsay Phillips | Marymount University


Lindsay is currently pursuing a Masters degree in Human Resource Management Her Masters degree is complemented by a BA from University of Pittsburgh. She often shares her work experience providing her classmates a very good insight of her professional experiences. Lindsey is PHR certified as well as a member of Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), making Lindsey a well qualified and devoted Human Resource professional.

Mark Venner | Georgetown University


Mark is currently pursuing a MPS in Human Resources Management with a concentration on International Human Resources Management. His undergraduate work was completed at University of Notre Dame with a BA in Political Science. Mark is intensely interested in what makes both individuals and organizations ‘tick'.

We would like to thank our 2012 scholarship judges for giving of their time and expertise:

  • Marcy Foster | Human Resource Director, Arlington County Government
  • John Krawczyk | Director of Investment & Retirement Planning, ING Financial Services
  • Pramila Rao, PhD | Associate Professor, HR & Management, Marymount University
  • Jeanne Wardlaw | Compensation Division Chief, Arlington County Government
  • Kenneth Yusko, PhD | Associate Professor, HR & Management, Marymount University


2013 scholarship applications will be available January 2013.