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That visit would open Schlueter\u2019s eyes to the experiences that being a Rocket would provide.<\/p>\n
\u201cI fell in love with the architecture, community and size of UToledo,\u201d Schlueter said. \u201cThe Toledo Museum of Art was something I had not seen at any of the other schools I was looking at, so that really influenced my decision as well.\u201d<\/p>\n
Schlueter received not one, but two full ride scholarships to UToledo and had the difficult decision of choosing which one to accept. They were awarded the Jesup Scott Honors College Presidential Scholarship \u2014 UToledo\u2019s highest distinction for undergraduate students \u2014 and chosen as a Judith Herb College of Education Herb Scholar.<\/p>\n
The Presidential Scholarship provided Schlueter with benefits too good to pass up, and features experiences that only a select group of students are offered.<\/p>\n
From enjoying a breakfast with The University of Toledo President Gregory Postel to a special Presidential Scholar family weekend, where parents visited campus and met Honors faculty and staff before attending a football game, Presidential Scholars connect inside and outside the classroom. The group of 13 students in various majors and graduating classes all share the common interest of growing up with high standards for their academic success.<\/p>\n
\u201cI always knew that I was going to pursue Honors, whether I received a scholarship or not,\u201d Schlueter said. \u201cI love having classes full of people who love to learn.\u201d<\/p>\n
From expanding their interest in visual literacy through Honors classes to connecting with their astronomy professor about the behind-the-scenes efforts in creating great lectures, Schlueter is grateful for UToledo\u2019s encouraging environment.<\/p>\n
Dr. Heidi Appel, dean of the Jesup Scott Honors College, said she is delighted to watch Schlueter grow from a student to a scholar while building their creative and critical thinking skills.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s been exciting to watch Ella use their fearless intellect and fierce curiosity to explore UToledo,\u201d Appel said. \u201cTheir honors interdisciplinary experiences in the arts and humanities are carrying right over into their science courses.\u201d<\/p>\n