Chandigarh, 16, 2010 :Claes Nobel, senior member of the family that established the Nobel Prizes and founder of The National Society of High School Scholars, has awarded a $5,000 Claes Nobel Academic Scholarship to Priya Verma, who attended the Government Model Senior Secondary School and now is enrolled in a dual university program through Chitkara University, Punjab, India and George Brown College, Toronto Canada, she is also contributing news and article to The India Post as a Student Reporter.
Verma was selected for the award from among 12,000 applicants for excellence in academics,leadership, and community service and is invited to the NSHSS recognition ceremony in Washington, D.C, on June 25. Mr. Nobel stated, “I am deeply honored to recognize Priya as one of our most outstanding students.”
The Nobel family established the Nobel Prizes in 1901 in order to note outstanding contributions in the fields of peace, literature, medicine, chemistry, and physics. More than a century later, these internationally renowned awards continue to distinguish scientists, authors, and leaders in a world forum. Mr. Nobel wishes to continue his family legacy by encouraging young people to reach their full potential and make a real difference for mankind.
About The Society Of High School Scholars
The mission of The National Society of High School Scholars is to recognize and encourage academic excellence among the most exceptional high school students and awards scholarships annually.
That’s excellent Priya, keep it up, we are proud of you. Your achievement has made you, our country and every citizen feel proud.
excellent…keep it up girl…Wish u all the best
Priya congratulation, keep it up and always smile like in Pic.
Good Luck.
Hi Priya ,
This is great news , we wish your bright future. Please bring India Name on the top of World.
Jai Hind
Chak De India
Ritvi Sharma
New Delhi