The Stephen Wise Award Fund, which provides for an annual undergraduate prize, has been established at the University of Pennsylvania, it was announced today by Dr. Gaylord P. Harnwell, president of the University.
Establishment of the fund by the American Jewish Congress was made possible through the generosity of Louis Rabinowitz, philanthropist, of New York City. The net income from the fund of $1, 000 will be awarded each year to an undergraduate senior who, by his or her character, personality and activities, has contributed to the strengthening of relationships among religious groups at the University.
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