Roberts attends University of Dubuque’s Second Century Scholars Day

DUBUQUE — Kyla Roberts, of Ladora, attended the University of Dubuque’s second annual Second Century Scholars Day Friday, Feb. 17, on campus. Around 70 high-achieving high school seniors participated.

Supported by generous investors, the Second Century Scholars program awards four renewable full tuition scholarships and several one-time Distinguished Scholar awards to incoming first-year students who show a wide-ranging curiosity about their world, a strong capacity for self-discipline, and a passion for academic excellence in service to their communities.

To be eligible for the scholarships, students were required to participate in the Second Century Scholars Day. They completed a series of interviews and a writing exercise, learned about UD’s Scholar-Leader Honors Program through an informational session, met with UD faculty and students, and attended a dinner where they were recognized for their academic accomplishments.

Roberts, whose parents are Eric and Heather Roberts, is a senior at HLV Junior-Senior High School.