Melton bound for Oxford

Amy Melton, a junior music education major at Columbus State University, has been selected to study at Regent’s Park College at Oxford University in England.

She was named a Spencer Scholar, in memory of benefactors Mr. and Mrs. J. Kyle Spencer, and received a full tuition scholarship to study from January to June.

Melton will research a variety of musical subjects, including music history and the works of composer Ralph Vaughan Williams. In additional to her studies, she will participate in instrumental and vocal ensembles.

Melton graduated as salutatorian from Whitewater High School in the class of 2013.  She is the daughter of Bill and Tammy Melton.