Programs

The Troy University Foundation provides stewardship for a number of scholarships and loan funds established through the generosity of private donors to assist high school, junior college and graduate students in furthering their education.

 

Nature of the Awards

Each foundation scholarship or loan is awarded according to its own unique requirements. Brief descriptions of each scholarship or loan are listed below. Applications for foundation scholarships and loans must be submitted by March 31. Unless otherwise indicated, applications and inquiries should be directed to the Admissions Office.

 

Policies

Qualified students must accept and use the scholarship or loan prior to attendance at any other four-year college. The Foundation scholarships and loans are non-renewable unless a student has been enrolled for two semesters of the preceding academic year (unless students have been forced to withdraw because of illness or other matters beyond their control). Some foundations scholarships and loans are renewable, but recipients must reapply every year.

 

SCHOLARSHIPS (Endowed)

Academic Scholars Award was established to assist full-time students in pursuing their educational goals. Awards will be made to those students who have demonstrated academic potential based on high school grades and SAT or ACT scores.

 

Ed Ackerman Memorial Scholarship was established by the Ed Ackerman Gift Shop at the Butler Adult Training Center. This scholarship is awarded to students majoring in Developmental Disabilities/Mental Retardation - South Alabama. Scholarships will be awarded to a resident of Butler County or Crenshaw, Coffee or Covington Counties. Recipient must be a junior, senior or graduate student.

 

Alabama Dairy Products Association/Curtis Springer Scholarship was established by the Alabama Dairy Products Association in honor of Curtis Springer. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist full-time students pursuing majors in either business administration or the biology area.

 

Alabama Power Endowed Scholarship was established by the Alabama Power Foundation, Inc. to promote the education of deserving full-time, undergraduate students enrolled in the Sorrell College of Business. This scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic achievement, financial need and Alabama residency. Applications should be directed to the dean of the Sorrell College of Business.

 

Emily Ann Anderson Nursing Scholarship was established by Evelyn and John W. Anderson. The purpose of the scholarship is to benefit students pursuing majors in the School of Nursing. Applications should be directed to the director of the School of Nursing.
 

Frank Sims Anderson and Sarah Smith Anderson Memorial Scholarship was established in their memory through the remainder proceeds of a trust. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist full-time students attending Troy University and pursuing a major in accounting. The award will be made to a junior or senior accounting major who has a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Applications should be directed to the chair of the Department of Accounting and Finance.

 

Susan Gitenstein Assadi Endowment was established in 1995 by Seymour Gitenstein of Florala, Alabama, in honor of his daughter Susan Gitenstein Assadi. The award is presented to a deserving student in the Speech and Theatre program who demonstrates talents in theatrical direction. Scholarship awards are made to residents of Florala and Lockhart, Alabama, and Paxton, Florida. High school seniors attending these schools need to contact their guidance counselors by March 1.

 

Cynthia Childs Baker Scholarship was established in her memory through memorial gifts from friends and family. This scholarship is awarded to a graduate of Geneva County High School of Hartford, Alabama, or Charles Henderson High School of Troy, Alabama. The recipient of the scholarship shall be an elementary education major or an early childhood major. Recipients must be seniors or students in the non-traditional program and have an overall and last term grade point average of at least 2.6/4.0. Applications should be directed to the dean of the School of Education.

 

Okla and Derlie Barnes Memorial Music Endowment was established by Miss Derlie Barnes in memory of her brother Okla. The purpose of the fund is to promote the study of string music. One of the activities supported by the fund is a music scholarship, with a preference for students studying string music. Priority is given to residents of Covington County, Alabama.

 

Department of Biology Scholarship was established by the faculty of the biology department. The income earned will be used each year to benefit students majoring in one of the fields of biological science. Applications should be directed to the chair of the department of biological sciences.

 

Blankenship Award was established by Larry D. Striplin, Jr., in honor of Dr. Kenneth Blankenship. The award is presented to an outstanding senior athlete who plans to attend graduate school. Applications should be directed to the athletic director.

 

Elbert A. Botts Scholarship was established by Elbert A. Botts to assist the education of deserving full-time undergraduate students majoring in business or geography. This scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic achievement and financial need.

 

Jennifer Wright Bowdin Scholarship is awarded to a deserving female student from Samson High School or Coffee Springs High School who has a good academic record and was active in interscholastic athletics.

 

Dr. George Robert Boyd and Mrs. Lucille King Boyd Debate Scholarship was established by Dr. and Mrs. George Robert Boyd and family to provide assistance to a full-time student who makes an outstanding contribution to the university’s debating activities. Dr. Boyd served as academic dean at TSU. Applications should be directed to the director of debate activities

 

May Shanks Brantley Scholarship was established by Mildred Irene Brantley Richardson in honor and memory of May Shanks Brantley, a life long resident of Pike County, Alabama. The award is presented to a deserving full-time student who is a resident of Alabama. Priority consideration is to be given to a student who has a high school GPA between 2.0 and 2.7.

 

Claude Allen Brown Scholarship was established by Shelby Brown and Richard Allen Brown for the purpose of providing a scholarship for pre-engineering students in the College of Arts and Sciences. The scholarship is named in honor and memory of Claude Allen Brown in recognition of his support for Troy State University and his interest in education. First priority for the award of this scholarship will be given to graduates of Charles Henderson High School and then to graduates from a high school located in Pike County.

 

Bertie Clark Cain and Veta Ross Tootle Scholarship was established by Lee C. Cain and Martha Tootle Cain. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist full-time students pursuing majors in nursing or education.

 

Woodrow and Dessie Carter Scholarship was established by Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Arn. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist full-time students pursuing majors in the College of Business.

 

Dr. Jesse Hall Colley Memorial Scholarship was established in Dr. Colley’s memory by his family and friends. Dr. Colley served as university physician for many years and also assisted as team physician for the department of athletics. This scholarship provides financial assistance to an outstanding senior track athlete. Applications should be directed to the director of athletics.

 

Dacre Green Davis, Jr. Memorial Scholarship in Environmental Science was endowed in his memory through memorial gifts from friends and family. Mr. Davis was a native of Troy, a career Marine, and a highly decorated combat veteran of the Vietnam War. On retiring from the Marine Corps, Mr. Davis served his city as director of the public works department. He was recognized nationally for his contributions to environmental quality. The scholarship is awarded to students in the environmental science program. The criteria are academic achievement and a commitment to a career in an environmental field.

 

Mildred Brown Davis Endowed Scholarship was established in her memory by her daughter. Ms. Davis was a 1903 graduate of TSU. This scholarship is awarded on the basis of financial need, academic achievement and demonstrated leadership potential. The award is also limited to rising juniors, seniors and/or graduate students.

 

Dempsey Boyd Scholarship was established by Boyd Bros. Transportation, Inc. This scholarship will be awarded to full-time undergraduate students who are pursuing a degree in the College of Business.

 

Curtis and Lillian Dunning Endowed Scholarship was established in 1993 by their son, Brad Dunning, a 1980 graduate of TSU, and his wife, Robinette. The scholarship is awarded to deserving graduates of Seminole County High School in Georgia. Inquiries should be directed to the Regional Library Board of Seminole County, Georgia.

 

Millie Huff Ezell Scholarship was established by Millie Huff Ezell’s heirs in her memory. The scholarship is to assist students pursuing majors in the School of Education. Preference will be given to residents of Pike, Coffee, Crenshaw, Bullock, Barber, or Dale County. To be eligible for consideration for this scholarship, a freshman applicant must have a 20 ACT and a current student must have a grade point average of 3.0/4.0 scale.

 

Floyd-Braswell Scholars Award was established by Jessie Floyd-Braswell to benefit full-time students. This scholarship is awarded on the basis of financial need and academic achievement. Applications should be directed to the admissions department.

 

Allan B. Fountain Art Scholarship was established in 1992 through the generosity of Allan B. Fountain, a 1977 graduate of the university. It is awarded to a deserving student majoring in art. Applications should be directed to the chair of the Department of Art & Design.

 

James W. “Bo” Gaylard, III Scholarship was established in his memory through gifts from family and friends. This scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic achievement, financial need, and being a member of Troy University’s baseball team.

 

Mark Henry Gitenstein Endowment was established in 1995 by Seymour Gitenstein of Florala, Alabama, in honor of his son Mark Henry Gitenstein. This award is presented to deserving students in the political science program who plan to study political science and are residents of Florala or Lockhart, Alabama, or Paxton, Florida. High school seniors attending these schools need to contact their guidance counselors by March 1.

 

Milton P. Gitenstein Endowment was established in 1995 by Seymour Gitenstein of Florala, Alabama, in honor of his brother Milton P. Gitenstein. It is awarded to a deserving student who is in the pre-law program and plans to study pre-law and is a resident from Florala or Lockhart, Alabama, or Paxton, Florida. High school seniors attending these schools need to contact their guidance counselors by March 1.

 

R. Barbara Gitenstein American Literature Scholarship

was established in 1996 by Seymour Gitenstein of Florala, Alabama, in honor of his daughter R. Barbara Gitenstein. The award is presented to students who plan to study American literature. Preference is given to students from Florala or Lockhart, Alabama, or Paxton, Florida. High school seniors attending these schools need to contact their guidance counselors by March 1.

 

Seymour Gitenstein Endowed Scholarship was established by the Anna and Seymour Gitenstein Foundation of Florala, Alabama, in 1993. Scholarship awards are made to deserving students with a preference for residents of Florala or Lockhart, Alabama, or Paxton, Florida. High school seniors attending these schools need to contact their guidance counselors by March 1.

 

Bob Ell Rhodes Graves Scholarship was established in 1992 by Claudia Graves Crosby. The scholarship is awarded to worthy female students who are in financial need. First preference will be given to Alabama residents.

 

Mary Freemon Hamilton Scholarship was established by Thomas Hamilton in behalf of the families of Douglas E. Hamilton and Thomas E. Hamilton. The scholarship will be awarded to full-time students who are or whose parents or legal guardians are residents of Crenshaw County and are pursuing a major in early childhood or elementary education. The scholarship is available to undergraduate sophomores, juniors, or seniors with a 2.6 GPA on a 4.0 scale as well as graduate students with a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.

 

Martha Reddoch Harlin Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Mrs. Harlin, a 1942 graduate of Troy State Teachers College, by her husband Edgar F. Harlin of Mobile. Both Mr. and Mrs. Harlin had long and distinguished careers in education. The scholarship will be awarded to students preparing for careers in teaching.

 

Donald Brett Hart Endowment was established in 1995 by Seymour Gitenstein of Florala, Alabama, in honor of his son-in-law Dr. Donald Brett Hart. This award is presented to deserving students in piano or piano education who plan to teach piano or major in piano performance. First preference for this award will be made to students of Florala or Lockhart, Alabama, or Paxton, Florida; and if no candidates from these geographic areas are available, the award will be given to a graduate of a Troy, Alabama high school. High school seniors attending these schools need to contact their guidance counselors by March 1.

 

Samuel H. Hendricks Perpetual Scholarship was established by S. Kenneth Hendricks in honor of his father. Mr. Kenneth Hendricks is a long-time supporter of the university. Priority for this award is given to dependents of employees of Henderson, Black & Greene. Applications should be directed to the dean of the Sorrell College of Business.

 

Hendricks Athletic Training Scholarship was endowed in 1991 by S. Kenneth Hendricks in recognition of the accomplishments of the sports medicine program. The recipient is selected annually by the coordinator of the Troy University athletic training program.

 

Mr. and Mrs. L. Shurley Hennigan and Mr. and Mrs. O.W. Morris Family Scholarship for future teachers was established by Mr. and Mrs. Walter K. Hennigan in 1992 to honor their parents and the Hennigan/Morris families. The scholarship is for motivated juniors or seniors who aspire to teach and are majoring in elementary or secondary education.

J.H. and Winnie T. Hollis Scholarship was established by the Hollis Family and Brantley Bank and Trust Company. The scholarship will be awarded to full-time students who are graduates from Brantley High School. If there are no eligible graduates from Brantley High School, the scholarship will be awarded to full-time students from Crenshaw County.

Roscoe and Mattie Howard Scholarship was established by their children Martha Helen Howard Lake, Edwin Howard, and Ralph Howard in honor of their parents. Mattie Howard graduated from State Teachers College in 1953. The scholarship will be awarded to a junior or senior full-time student who is pursuing a major in business education and has a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale. The recipient must be of the Christian faith.

 

John E. Horne Scholarship was established in 1983 by John E. Horne for the purpose of assisting students at Troy University who are majoring in one of the academic disciplines within the Sorrell College of Business. Mr. Horne was a 1928 graduate of Troy State Teachers College and a long-time friend and supporter of the university. Applications should be directed to the dean of the Sorrell College of Business.

 

Bettie Hopper Perpetual Memorial Scholarship was established by William F. Hopper in loving memory of his mother, a graduate of the university. Mr. William F. Hopper, a 1972 graduate of TSU, was the university’s senior vice-president financial affairs. The scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in accounting, with preference given to student athletes. Applications should be directed to the dean of the College of Business.

 

William R. Hudson Scholarship was established with gifts from the employees of Hudson Industries, Inc., friends of William R. Hudson, and Hudson Industries, Inc., in memory of Mr. Hudson, a graduate of TSU and president of Hudson Industries, Inc. Preference is given to students who are children of present, deceased, disabled or retired employees of Hudson Industries, Inc. Inquiries should be directed to the William R. Hudson Scholarship Committee at Hudson Industries, Inc.

 

Terry E. and Roland Riley Johnson Memorial Scholarship was established in loving memory by their family. This scholarship is awarded to students from Covington County.

 

Journalism Scholarship was endowed with contributions made to the Hall School of Journalism. This scholarship is awarded to students concentrating their studies in journalism. Applications should be directed to the director of the Hall School of Journalism.

 

Dr. Emmett Kilpatrick Perpetual Memorial Scholarship was established in his memory by Mrs. John Y. Kilpatrick in 1984 at the request of her late husband Mr. John Y. Kilpatrick, III, Dr. Kilpatrick’s nephew. Dr. Kilpatrick was a former professor at TSU. This scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic achievement and financial need.

 

Byron Lee Perpetual Memorial Scholarship was endowed in his memory through memorial gifts from friends and family. He was the son of the Honorable McDowell Lee, Secretary of the Alabama Senate and a TSU graduate. This scholarship is awarded to worthy and deserving undergraduate students on the basis of academic achievement and financial need.

 

Dr. Philip Levine Endowed Scholarship in Criminal Justice was established by Dr. Philip J. Levine. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist full-time students pursuing majors in criminal justice.

 

Luverne Rotary Club Scholarship was established in 1990 to provide scholarships for students from Luverne or Crenshaw County, Alabama. The criteria are academic record, industriousness, character and financial need.

 

Dorsey Bishop Melton, Sr. Scholarship was established by the Bette M. Melton Living Trust. The scholarship will be awarded to a full-time junior or senior student who is or whose family is an Alabama resident.

 

David Mallach Music Scholarship was established by Mr. David Mallach, a 1971 graduate of TSU, for the purpose of assisting outstanding members of the band who excel in academics. Mr. Mallach majored in business administration and was band captain in 1970. He is presently a vice president with Merrill Lynch and Co. The scholarship award is alternated each year between music and non-music majors. The award is based on academic achievement, financial need and participation in either the concert or marching band. Recipients are selected by the Troy University band staff. Applications should be directed to the director of bands.

 

Marriott Management Scholarship is endowed by the Marriott Corporation. This scholarship is awarded to management majors with at least junior standing. Applications should be directed to the dean of the Sorrell College of Business.

 

Harrel McKinney Technology Scholarship was established by Harrel McKinney, a 1962 graduate of the university, for the purpose of endowing a medical technology scholarship. He is general manager of Alabama Reference Laboratories, Inc., a firm he founded in 1972. This scholarship is awarded to students majoring in medical technology. Applications should be directed to the chair of the department of biological sciences.

 

Alice Dunbar Moseley Perpetual Memorial Scholarship was established in her memory by her family. This scholarship is awarded on the basis of financial need and academic achievement.

 

National Alumni Association Endowment Scholarships were established by the National Alumni Association to attract students to the university. These scholarships are renewable for four years, provided these minimum requirements are met: 23 ACT or 1000 SAT and 3.3 GPA on a 4.0 scale. These scholarships are available to freshmen only. Preference will be given to immediate family members of alumni. Direct inquiries to the Office of Enrollment Services or the Office of Alumni Affairs.

 

Thomas E. Peeks Scholarship was established by him to benefit academically outstanding students who are majoring in accounting. Mr. Peeks served as the TSU vice president for financial affairs for many years. Applications should be directed to the chair of the Department of Accounting and Finance.

 

Hugh Vernon Quarles Scholarship was established in memory of him by Dr. A. Derrill Crowe because of Mr. Quarles’ positive influence on young men growing up in the Pike County community. Dr. Crowe is a Birmingham physician and a Troy native. The scholarship is awarded to underprivileged young men who have a good academic record in high school, are of good character, and have demonstrated leadership ability and community involvement. Preference is given to residents of Troy, Alabama.

 

Marian Rhodes Scholarship for Theatre was established in 1998 by Claudia Graves Crosby. The scholarship is awarded to deserving students whose studies are concentrated in the areas of drama and theatre. Applications should be directed to the dean of the College of Communication & Fine Arts.

 

Hugh G. Rose Endowment Scholarship was established in 1990 through the generosity of Mr. Rose, a TSU alumnus, with the purpose of providing financial assistance to students. It is awarded on the basis of financial need and academic achievement. An essay must be written on the tangible and intangible benefits of the free enterprise system.

 

Michael Russell Music Award was established in 1996 by Mr. and Mrs. Thomas W. Russell in memory of their son, a 1989 graduate of Troy State University. This scholarship is awarded to a student who has been accepted to a program in music, exhibits academic merit, and demonstrates financial need. First preference for the award will be given to students from Crenshaw County. Applications should be directed to the director of the School of Music.

 

Alfred L. Shell Endowed Scholarship is awarded to graduates of Excel High School in Monroe County, Alabama, who are attending Troy University. Recipients must demonstrate financial need, be of good character, be recommended by a high school faculty member, and have obtained unconditional admission to Troy University. The scholarship was endowed by Charles K. Green, a successful business man who graduated from Excel High School and TSU (Class of 1966).

 

Blanche Reynolds Solomon Perpetual Memorial Scholarship was established by Mr. R.E. Solomon in memory of his beloved wife, an alumna of TSU. This scholarship is awarded on the basis of financial need and academic achievement. Preference is given in the following order: Headland High School graduates, Henry County school graduates, south Alabama high school graduates.

 

Patricia Starck Endowed Scholarship was established through the generosity of Jim Bockman, an alumnus of the university, member of the Foundation board of directors, and the univer-sity’s Alumnus of the Year in the business category in 1991. This scholarship is awarded to a student enrolled in the School of Nursing. Applications should be directed to the director of the School of Nursing.

 

Elton B. Stephens Sales & Sales Management & Marketing Scholarship was established through Mr. Stephen’s generosity. Mr. Stephens is president of EBSCO industries and was named the Outstanding Alabama Philanthropist in 1985. This scholarship is awarded to students in financial need and who are pursuing a degree in marketing. Applications should be directed to the dean of the Sorrell College of Business.

 

Cathy Lynn Stewart Scholarship was established by Congressman William L. Dickinson in memory of Cathy, a 1979 graduate of TSU and a member of Congressman Dickinson’s staff. This scholarship is awarded to a student whose studies are in the field of political science.

 

Brian Stroud Perpetual Memorial Scholarship was established in his memory by his family and friends. This scholarshipis awarded to a student from Goshen High School on the basis of financial need and academic achievement.

 

Rhoda Gitenstein Sumberg Endowment was established in 1995 by Seymour Gitenstein of Florala, Alabama, in honor of his sister Rhoda Gitenstein Sumberg. The award is presented to deserving students in the French program who plan to teach French. Scholarship awards are made to students of Florala or Lockhart, Alabama, or Paxton, Florida. High school seniors attending these schools need to contact their guidance counselors by March 1.

 

A.W. and Florence Tate Scholarship was endowed by Mrs. Claire Tate Ware in loving memory of her parents. This scholarship is awarded to a student who is a graduate of a Dale County High School, has financial need, and has shown academic achievement.

 

Frances Sanders Tidwell Scholarship was established by Frances Sanders Tidwell. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist full-time students who are natives of Pike County, Alabama, and who are pursuing majors in education or English. However, other majors may be considered if it is determined that there are no eligible applicants pursuing majors in education or English.
 

Voiture Locale 1542 Nursing Scholarship was established by the Prattville Voiture Locale 1542 in 1984. The scholarship is awarded to hard working nursing students in the baccalaureate program who possess the highest character and need financial help. Preference is given to students in the following order: residents of Autauga County; residents of Montgomery, Elmore, or Chilton counties. Applications should be directed to the director of the School of Nursing.

 

Lois C. Watkins Scholarship was established by the Pike County Nurses Society in tribute to Ms. Watkins. This scholarship is awarded to juniors or seniors in the nursing program or a registered nurse continuing his/her education toward the BSN or MSN degree. Preference is given to residents from Pike County. Inquiries should be made to the director of the School of Nursing.

 

Paul Yoder Memorial Scholarship was established by Dr. Paul Yoder, an international bandsman who was distinguished visiting professor at TSU for many years. This scholarship is awarded to a member of Kappa Kappa Psi on the basis of financial need and outstanding character. Recipients are selected by the band staff. Applications should be directed to the director of bands.

 

Roselyn Yoder Memorial Scholarship was established by Dr. Paul Yoder in 1978 in memory of his wife. Dr. Yoder was a world renowned composer and arranger of band music, the father of the band movement in Japan, and a former distinguished professor of music at TSU. This scholarship is awarded to a junior or senior who is a member of Tau Beta Sigma and is an outstanding band member. Applications should be directed to the director of bands.

SCHOLARSHIPS (Current)

Air Commando Association Scholarship is awarded by the association which is headquartered in Mary Esther, Florida. The association makes the award determination.

 

Leola Sanders Alexander Scholarship was established by Leola Sanders Alexander. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist full-time students attending Troy University.

 

Bryan Bergob Memorial Scholarship for Sigma Alpha Epsilon was established in memory of Bryan by his loving parents, Tom and Teresa Bergob. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity members. The applicant must be an SAE fraternity member who has a status of sophomore, junior, or senior. Applications should be directed to the Admissions Office.

 

Chancellor’s Fellowships are available to seniors and graduate students with superior academic records and who are recommended by faculty. The fellowship includes a mentoring requirement in a degree-related activity. The fellowships are funded by the Foundation’s Annual Fund. Applications should be directed to the dean of the Troy University school or college in which the student is enrolled.

 

The First Citizens Bank Scholarship was established by First Citizens Bank to provide scholarships for Crenshaw County students. The scholarship is awarded to a student who is a resident of Crenshaw County.

 

Foundation Fellowships are available in the Division of Institutional Advancement to juniors, seniors, and graduate students. Criteria are similar to the Chancellor’s Fellowships. The fellowship includes a mentoring requirement. Like the Chancel-lor’s Fellowships, Foundation Fellowships are funded by the Foundation’s Annual Fund. Applications should be directed to the vice president for institutional advancement.

 

Gary Heath Criminal Justice Scholarship Fund was established by Joe Heath in memory of his son, Gary Heath. Gary was a Greenville, Alabama, police officer who was killed in the line of duty. The scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in criminal justice.

 

Anne Wood Johnson Scholarship was established by Wilbur G. Johnson in honor of his wife, Anne Wood Johnson. The purpose of this scholarship is to assist full-time students attending Troy University.

 

Jess Jordan Memorial Scholarship was established by the Troy Broadcasting Corporation and its employees in his memory. This scholarship is awarded to students concentrating their studies in journalism. Applications should be directed to the director of the Hall School of Journalism.

 

Kenneth Law Criminal Justice Scholarship was established by the Southern States Correctional Association to assist students pursuing majors in criminal justice. Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale; must be a junior or senior full-time student; must provide a letter of recommendation from a professor in the Criminal Justice Department; and must write a brief letter to the Kenneth Law Scholarship committee detailing “Why the applicant should receive this scholarship.” Application should be directed to the chair of the Department of Criminal Justice.
 

Helen H. McKinley Excellence in Nursing Scholarship was established by John K. McKinley. The scholarship will be awarded to a full-time student pursuing a BS degree in nursing or in the curriculum leading to a registered nurse position or higher graduate nursing school education. Applications should be directed to the director of the School of Nursing

 

John K. McKinley Art Scholarship was established by John K. McKinley. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist a full-time student pursuing a degree in art. Applications should be directed to the chair of the Department of Art and Design.

 

John K. McKinley Education Scholarship was established by John K. McKinley. The scholarship will be awarded to a junior or senior full-time student pursing a degree in elementary education. Applications should be directed to the dean of the College of Education.

 

SGA MasterCard Scholarship was established in 1993 by the National Alumni Association Student MasterCard program. This scholarship will be awarded to a student who has a 2.7/4.0 GPA or above and has served as member of SGA for a minimum of one semester. Inquiries should be directed to the Admissions Office or to the Office of Alumni Affairs.

 

Taylor Girl Scholarship was established by Jay and Nicey Eller. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist a graduate student majoring in the field of education. The applicant is to have a grade point average of at least 3.25, be currently teaching, working full-time, and supporting a family. The applicant must submit a short essay on “Why the applicant is deserving of the scholarship.”

 

Trojan Pride Scholarship was established in 1993 with funds received from the sale of university car tags. These scholarships will be awarded to senior or graduate students from Alabama with 3.0/4.0 GPA. Application may be made to the dean of the Troy University school or college in which the student is enrolled.

 

LOAN FUNDS (Endowed)

Nolan and Willetta Hatcher Foreign Student Scholarship Fund was established in 1994 to recognize and encourage worthy F-1 and J-1 non-immigrant foreign students who are in need of financial assistance in order to continue their education.

 

LOAN FUNDS (Current)

ADN Nursing Scholarship Fund is a loan fund established through the gifts of friends, faculty, staff and community organizations. The recipients of the loans are students enrolled in the Associate Degree in Nursing Program in Montgomery. Inquiries should be made to the School of Nursing Scholarship Committee in Montgomery.

 

BSN Upward Mobility Scholarship Fund is a loan fund established through the gifts of friends, faculty, staff and community organizations. The recipients of the loans are students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program in Montgomery. Inquiries should be made to the School of Nursing Scholarship Committee in Montgomery.

 

Eve Harmon Nursing Memorial Fund was established by Orrin C. Harmon, Jr. in memory of Eve Harmon, graduate of the Associate Degree in Nursing program, class of 1978. The purpose of the fund is to provide assistance to students enrolled in the Troy University Associate Degree of Nursing program in Montgomery. Inquiries should be made to the School of Nursing Scholarship Committee in Montgomery.

 

PRIZES (Endowed)

Ralph W. Adams Omicron Delta Kappa Leadership Award was established by Dr. Ralph W. Adams to honor a member of ODK who showed exemplary character and leadership during the year. Dr. Adams was chancellor emeritus of the TSU system.

 

Alpha Lambda Delta Scholarship was established by the Troy Chapter of Alpha Lambda Delta, a national honorary for college freshman, to provide assistance to a full-time enrolled student who is an initiated member of Troy University Alpha Lambda Delta.

 

Georgia Irene Gill Davis Memorial was established in honor of Ms. Davis by the School of Nursing. This award is presented to the graduating senior in the BSN program who is most outstanding in clinical performance.

 

Kappa Delta Pi–W. P. Lewis Award and Scholarship is awarded annually to the outstanding junior majoring in education. It was endowed by Dr. Lewis, a professor of education and psychology at TSU, and by memorials at his death.

 

John M. Long Achievement Award was endowed by Anne and Frank B. (Red) Williams, alumni of TSU, to recognize the outstanding graduating senior from the Troy University band each year. The selection will be made by the Troy University band staff. The criteria are grade point average, character and leadership. The award will be presented at the Honors Convocation.

 

Dr. Ray Mathis Memorial Fund was endowed in his memory through memorial gifts from friends, colleagues and family. He was a professor in TSU’s Department of History and author of the book, In the Land of the Living: Wartime Letters by Confederates from the Chattahoochee Valley of Alabama and Georgia. The award is presented each spring to the junior history major or minor who has demonstrated the most promise in historical research and writing.

 

Eric and Sarah Rodgers/Phi Beta Kappa Award was endowed by Dr. Eric Rodgers to honor the student who has the highest scholastic average in the liberal arts program each year.

 

Ken Seale Scholarship Prize is presented to a graduating senior with a major in theatre (dramatic arts) who is continuing with post-graduate studies in professional theatre. The prize was endowed by gifts from the Seal family and others in memory of Forrest Keoni “Ken” Seale, a former TSU theatre major. Multiple awards may be presented on occasion.

 

Leonard Y. Trapp Memorial Fund was established by Mrs. Leonard Y. Trapp in memory of her husband, a history professor at TSU for over 40 years who participated in the preparation of innumerable teachers during his long tenure. An award is presented each spring term to a senior who shows exceptional potential as a future teacher of the social sciences.

 

Bernard E. Williams Award was established by Mr. and Mrs. Frank B. (Red) Williams in honor of Mr. Williams’ father who had a great love for the English language and literature. An award is presented each year to an outstanding graduating senior who majored in English.

 

PRIZES (Current)

Alpha Phi Sigma Distinguished Honors Graduate Prize is annually awarded to an outstanding graduating senior studying criminal justice. The prize is awarded on the basis of grade point average and participation in criminal justice program activities, university life and volunteer work. The prize was established in 1992 and is maintained by Dr. Charles L. Jones, former chair of the Department of Criminal Justice at TSU, member and cofounder of the Tau Sigma Upsilon Chapter at TSU and professor emeritus of criminal justice.

 

John W. Bowling Memorial Award