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James G. Dixon, Jr. Internship Award

This fund was established at Wheaton College in 1996 by members of the family in memory of the Reverend James G. Dixon, Jr. and his work. It is an endowed scholarship that requires a paid summer internship in a local church setting.

 

 

Overview

  • An annual scholarship award up to $2,500
  • Merit and performance is based on past and current involvement in a local church, future commitment to work in a local church, and a minimum of a 3.0 GPA

Criteria

The essays to these questions will be collected and evaluated in your application:
  • Who are you, what will you be doing in this opportunity, and why are you seeking this internship?
  • What is your sense of calling and vision for ministry and how do you desire to serve?
  • After reading the biography on Rev. Dixon (link below), answer the following:
  • What did Rev. Dixon believe was essential to a successful ministry, and what do you think about this?
    • Why do you believe the family established this Scholarship and how does this apply to you?
    • How have you served in the local church in the past? Why are you considering local church work?
  • How will this specific internship role help you discern your future career and/or vocational goals?
  • Why should you receive this scholarship?

Award Process

  • Secure an internship in a local church for the summer.
    • The Scholarship is open to any Wheaton College student. Preference will be given to junior and senior undergraduate students, but gradate students may also apply.
    • Eligibility is not limited to, but preference will be given to students who attend a Grace Brethren Church and/or are planning to intern at a Grace Brethren Church.
    • Applications are due the second Friday of March.
  • After the selection committee has chosen the recipient(s), copies of all essays and applications shall be sent to the Development Office of Wheaton College to forward to the Scholarship founders.
  • Upon completion of the internship, students must submit a report to the Christian Formation & Ministry Department at cfm@wheaton.edu. This report should include the following:
    • Summary of intern activities
    • Student's summary statement of experience
    • An evaluative note from the supervising pastor
    • This report is required prior to disbursement of funds
  • The award will be given in the fall following completion of the internship and the above report.