Chattanooga Student Selected As A 2021 Truman Scholar Wednesday, April 14, 2021
Klarke Stricklen
University of the South junior Klarke Stricklen, C’22, an American Studies major and African American Studies minor from Chattanooga, has been named a Truman Scholar. Only 62 new Truman Scholars were selected from a record 845 candidates nominated by more than 300 colleges and universities.
Chosen after a grueling application and interview process, Truman Scholars demonstrate outstanding leadership potential, a commitment to a career in government or the nonprofit sector, and academic excellence. They will receive funding for graduate studies, leadership training, career counseling, and special internship and fellowship opportunities within the federal government.