Luke Curry Named Stamps Scholar, Awarded Prestigious LSU Scholarship
Ascension Episcopal School
Lafayette, LA – Ascension Episcopal School is proud to announce that senior Luke Curry has been named a Stamps Scholar, earning one of the most prestigious merit-based scholarships in the country. Curry will attend Louisiana State University (LSU) this fall as part of the Stamps Scholars Program, which recognizes exceptional students for their leadership, academic excellence, and commitment to service.
As a Stamps Scholar at LSU, Curry will receive a full cost of attendance scholarship, along with funding for enrichment opportunities such as study abroad programs, research, and professional development. The Stamps Scholarship, established in 2006, partners with leading universities across the country to provide students with unparalleled academic and leadership opportunities.
Curry’s selection reflects his outstanding achievements both in and out of the classroom. At Ascension Episcopal School, he has excelled academically while actively contributing to student leadership, athletics, and community service. His ability to balance rigorous coursework with a passion for making a difference has set him apart as a true leader among his peers.
Ascension Episcopal School faculty and staff are celebrating Curry’s achievement and look forward to seeing his continued success. Head of Upper School Sarah Davenport praised his accomplishment, stating, “Luke exemplifies our Mission at Ascension. He personifies what it means to strive for excellence— he values learning for the sake of learning, he honors friendships and service to others, and he recognizes the importance of being a part of something larger than himself as an athlete and student leader. We are incredibly proud that Luke Curry is an Ascension Blue Gator, and we know he will add similar value to the hallowed halls of LSU and beyond its gates.”
Ascension's Director of College Counseling, Stephanie Fournet, added, “Luke is a creative and critical thinker who has aspirations of one day working in aerospace engineering. Earning Stamps and having the potential to conduct undergraduate research will allow him to dream big.”
With this prestigious honor, Curry joins an elite group of scholars who will benefit from mentorship, global experiences, and leadership development as they pursue their college education. His dedication and perseverance have not only earned him this award but have also set a shining example for future Ascension students.
The Episcopal Church of the Ascension School (Ascension Episcopal School) admits qualified students without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, or national origin. We are a welcoming community.