In a fast-paced, digital world, the study of rare books offers students a chance to
pause, reflect, and connect with the enduring wisdom and imagination of the past.
These books provide a deeply human experience that cannot be replicated online. Through
the Mattord Family Rare Book Scholarship, we hope to inspire young scholars to explore
this physical world of books and ensure their preservation for future generations.
--Dr. Carola Mattord, Scholarship Co-Founder
Alyssa Casey is the Bentley Rare Book Museum’s inaugural Mattord Scholar. Her research explores nineteenth-century publishers’ bindings of the Harper Establishment. After graduation, Alyssa plans to pursue her master’s degree and eventually land a career in publishing.
The purpose of the Mattord Family Scholarship for the Bentley Rare Book Museum is to provide financial support to an undergraduate student attending Kennesaw State
University who is engaged in a mentored learning experience at the Bentley Rare Book Room alongside the Bentley Rare Book Museum’s curator.
Student Eligibility:
Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior seeking a degree in the Department of English at the Radow College of Humanities and Social Science.
Must have a minimum 3.25 GPA
Must be in good academic standing.
Must agree to participate in a learning opportunity or experience approved by the Curator of Rare Books and related to the student’s major.
Applicants may redeem up to $1000 for the academic year. Apply today via ScholarshipUniverse. *Applications are open November 1 – March 1
