Rotary Club Launches Zee & Al Edgell Scholarship in Literature

The Rotary Club of Belize Sunrise, in partnership with the family of literary icon Zee Edgell, has launched the Rotary Club of Belize Sunrise / Zee & Al Edgell Scholarship to honour Zee and her late husband, Al Edgell.

This new scholarship will support Belizean students with a passion for English, literature, and the arts.

Zee Edgell, a celebrated author, is known for her novel Beka Lamb, a Belizean literary classic, while her husband, Al, was a respected educator and development specialist. Together, their legacy highlights their dedication to literature and education in Belize. 

The scholarship will cover tuition, fees, and an annual grant for books and supplies. It is open to high school students attending St. Catherine’s Academy or St. John’s College in Belize City. Candidates are selected based on academic merit, financial need, and their love for literature.

The first recipient of the scholarship is Jahzara Brooks, a sophomore at St. Catherine’s Academy. Brooks said, “My sincere gratitude extends out to the Zee and Al Edgell Scholarship Foundation for selecting me for this award… I will continue to pursue my studies with as much determination as I can.”

Misty Michael, Chairlady of the Rotary Club of Belize Sunrise Scholarship Committee, stated, “We look forward to seeing the impact that this scholarship will have on Belize’s future generations.” Holly Edgell, daughter of Zee and Al, added, “We hope this news spurs more students and families to consider applying for the next school year.”

 

 

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