Dickens Scholarship for Literature

The Dickens Scholarship for Literature is awarded to English majors at Westfield State University who demonstrate originality, quality of writing, and meaningful connections in their analysis of Charles Dickens's 'A Christmas Carol.' Applicants must read the novel and write a 500-word essay reflecting on how the themes remain relevant to their own life experiences and challenges. The essay should make a specific point about the work while offering insight into how the applicant has become the person they are today. Recipients are selected based on originality of the essay, overall quality of writing, and meaningful connection to the literary work.