Kenneth M. Candeias was a 1972 Bristol graduate of the Criminal Justice Program; a Massachusetts State Police Officer; Criminal Justice Instructor and the first president of the Criminal Justice Society who died suddenly in May of 1993. This endowed scholarship established in his memory is given to a graduating student who displays outstanding leadership and academic achievement.

Spring Merit Scholarship**

Yes

GPA Minimum

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Geographic Focus

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**Spring Merit Scholarships are not applied for. Students are recommended for these awards by their professor based on academic merit. Students earning Merit Scholarships are recognized during the May Student Awards Night.