UA FORT SMITH FOUNDATION, INC.
Guide to Scholarships
2007-2008
UA Fort Smith Foundation, Inc.
Post Office Box 3649 Fort Smith, AR 72913 479-788-7022
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Guide to UA Fort Smith Foundation Scholarships Scholarship Application for 2007 High School Graduates Adult or Continuing Student Scholarship Application General Foundation Scholarships College of Arts and Sciences Scholarships College of Business Scholarships College of Applied Science and Technology Scholarships College of Education Scholarships College of Health Sciences Scholarships Scholarships Based on Gender or Age Scholarships Based on Church Membership or Religion Scholarships Based on Organization Membership Scholarships Based on Employment Scholarships Based on Geographic Area Scholarships Based on School Attendance 1 2 4 5 10 11 12 13 14 16 17 18 18 19 20
GUIDE TO UA FORT SMITH FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
THE UA FORT SMITH FOUNDATION offers a number of scholarships made possible by generous donors. Due to the diversity of donor interests and wishes, the criteria for Foundation scholarships vary. Please use the Guide to Scholarships to determine those scholarship(s) for which you may be eligible. The amounts of Foundation scholarship awards vary and are not listed. Scholarships are listed by college; gender and age; church membership or religion; organization; employment; geographic area; and school. Those scholarships not directly associated with any of these categories can be located in the “General Foundation Scholarships” section. All of our Foundation scholarships are open to first time entering freshmen, adult and/or continuing students, in-state students, out-of-state students, and transfer students. Foundation scholarships are intended for students not currently receiving any outside scholarship assistance. First time entering freshmen should complete the 2007-2008 Scholarship Application and Recommendation Form. First time entering freshmen should also submit a listing of Foundation scholarships for which they are eligible; copies of parent/guardian’s most recently filed tax return; application for admission, high school transcript, and ACT/SAT scores. Applications and related materials must be submitted by February 1, 2007. Applications submitted without tax returns will NOT be considered for any need-based scholarship(s). Adult and/or continuing students should complete the Adult or Continuing Student Scholarship Application. Adult and/or continuing students should also submit a one-page essay describing your academic goals and how attaining a college degree will make a difference in the choices you have for your life. Adult and/or continuing students also need to include the first two pages of your most recently filed federal income tax return. Students under the age of 24 should include parent/guardian tax information, as well. Applications and related materials must be submitted by April 15 for fall scholarships and November 15 for spring scholarships. Application submitted without tax returns will NOT be considered for any need-based scholarship(s). Completed applications and related materials should be submitted to: UA Fort Smith Admissions Post Office 3649 Fort Smith, AR 72913
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UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS – FORT SMITH
APPLICATION CHECKLIST:
Application for admission High school transcript ACT/SAT test scores Other documentation as listed for specific scholarship(s) Mail to: UA Fort Smith Admissions Post Office Box 3649 Fort Smith, AR 72913
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 1, 2007
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
FOR 2007 HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES
Deadline is February 1, 2007. Early application encouraged.
Social Security Number _____________________________ or UA Fort Smith Student ID # (if known) ________________________ Legal Name _______________________________________________________________________________________________
Last Name First Name Middle Name
Mailing Address ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Number and Street or P. O. Box City State ZIP
Home phone number ________________________________________________________ Cell phone number _________________________________________________________
Area Code Telephone Number Area Code Telephone Number
Date of birth (Month/Date/Year) ____________________________ Intended major ________________________________________________________________________________
If applying for Chancellor’s Leadership Council, Boreham Engineering or First Bank Corp. Scholarship of Distinction scholarship(s), please type responses to the following on a separate sheet of paper and attach to your application. All three responses should not exceed one page. 1. 2. 3. Describe your ideal college experience. Describe the factors influencing your decision to attend UA Fort Smith. Describe a situation in which you used initiative to reach a goal.
I wish to be considered for the following scholarship(s): CHANCELLOR’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL – 27+ ACT (preferred), 3.5 cumulative GPA, excellent academic and leadership performance ROLAND S. BOREHAM JR. ENGINEERING – 27+ ACT (preferred), 3.5 cumulative GPA, electrical or mechanical engineering major FIRST BANK CORP. SCHOLARSHIP OF DISTINCTION – 27+ ACT (preferred), 3.5 cumulative GPA, major in a program in the College of Business UA FORT SMITH NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP – 3.0 cumulative GPA, major in a program in the College of Applied Science and Technology ACADEMIC DISTINCTION – 27+ ACT (preferred), 3.5 cumulative GPA LION PRIDE (OUT OF STATE) – 23+ ACT (preferred), 3.5 cumulative GPA, rank in top one-third of graduating class, not a resident of Arkansas or Oklahoma UNIVERSITY RESIDENTIAL – 26+ ACT (preferred), 3.25 cumulative GPA, Arkansas or Oklahoma resident UNIVERSITY – 23+ ACT (preferred), 3.25 cumulative GPA, Arkansas or Oklahoma resident ARKANSAS SCHOLARS – completion of an approved Arkansas Scholars program UA FORT SMITH FOUNDATION – requirements vary
IMPORTANT – THIS SECTION MUST BE COMPLETED BY HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELOR OR PRINCIPAL Student listed above currently ranks _____________ in a class of ______________ students. Student’s cumulative GPA is _______________ on a 4.00 scale OR ______________ on a weighted scale. Student’s highest composite score is _____________ on the ACT and/or _____________ on the SAT. Signature ______________________________________________________________________ Date __________________________ Official’s Name (print) _____________________________________________ Title _________________________________________
I certify that the above statements are made in good faith and are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith is authorized to make this information available to scholarship donors and the University’s scholarship committee. I understand that I must be officially admitted to UA Fort Smith before a scholarship can be awarded. Applicant’s Signature ________________________________________________________________________ Date ____________________________
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS – FORT SMITH
FRESHMAN ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS
CHANCELLOR’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
Award: Tuition*, Sebastian Commons annual housing waiver, $500 per semester allowance for books and required supplies, and a laptop computer; renewed for four years if renewal requirements are met*. Eligibility: 27+ (preferred) ACT composite score, 3.5 cumulative GPA, demonstration of excellent leadership performance. Competitively awarded. Finalists will be contacted for an interview in March 2007. Documentation: Applicants for CLC scholarships must submit applications for admission and scholarship, resume, recommendation forms (minimum of two), high school transcript, ACT/SAT scores and answers to the essay questions by February 1, 2007.
ROLAND S. BOREHAM JR. ENGINEERING
Award: Tuition*, $2,000 Sebastian Commons annual housing waiver, $500 per semester allowance for books and required supplies, and a laptop computer; renewed for four years if renewal requirements are met*. Eligibility: 27+ (preferred) ACT composite score, 3.5 cumulative GPA, mechanical or electrical engineering major. Competitively awarded. Finalists will be contacted for an interview in March 2007. Documentation: Applicants for Boreham Engineering scholarships must submit applications for admission and scholarship, resume, recommendation forms (minimum of two), high school transcript, ACT/SAT scores and answers to the essay questions by February 1, 2007.
FIRST BANK CORP. SCHOLARSHIP OF DISTINCTION
Award: Tuition*, $2,000 Sebastian Commons annual housing waiver, $500 per semester allowance for books and required supplies, and a laptop computer; renewed for four years if renewal requirements are met*. Eligibility: 27+ (preferred) ACT composite score, 3.5 cumulative GPA, major in a degree program in the College of Business. Competitively awarded. Finalists will be contacted for an interview in March 2007. Documentation: Applicants for First Bank Corp. Scholarship of Distinction scholarships must submit applications for admission and scholarship, resume, recommendation forms (minimum of two), high school transcript, ACT/SAT scores and answers to the essay questions by February 1, 2007.
NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Award: Tuition, fees and books*. Eligibility: 3.0 cumulative GPA, major in mathematics, engineering, information technology, computer science, computer-aided drafting and design, electronics technology, biological sciences, physical sciences, or graphic design. Documentation: Applicants for the National Science Foundation (NSF) Scholarship must submit applications for admission and scholarship; high school transcript; up to four recommendation forms; ACT/SAT scores; a summary of previous involvement in clubs/organizations, community service activities, and volunteer work; and a personal statement describing goals and aspirations by February 1, 2007.
ACADEMIC DISTINCTION
Award: Tuition*, $2,000 Sebastian Commons annual housing waiver, and $500 per semester allowance for books and required supplies; renewed for four years if renewal requirements are met*. Eligibility: 27+ ACT composite score, 3.5 cumulative GPA. Competitively awarded. Finalists will be contacted for an interview in March 2007. Documentation: Applicants for Academic Distinction scholarships must submit applications for admission and scholarship, resume, recommendation forms (minimum of two), high school transcript and ACT/SAT scores by February 1, 2007.
LION PRIDE (OUT OF STATE)
Award: Varies (based on interview); renewed for four years if renewal requirements are met*. Eligibility: 23+ ACT composite score, 3.5 cumulative GPA, rank in top one-third of class, non-resident of Arkansas or Oklahoma. Competitively awarded. Finalists will be contacted for an interview in March 2007. Documentation: Applicants for Lion’s Pride scholarships must submit applications for admission and scholarship, high school transcript and ACT/SAT scores by February 1, 2007. Applicants must participate in an interview to apply for a higher award.
UNIVERSITY RESIDENTIAL
Award: Tuition* and variable Sebastian Commons annual housing waiver; renewed for four years if renewal requirements are met*. Eligibility: 26+ ACT composite score, 3.25 cumulative GPA, Arkansas or Oklahoma resident. Documentation: Applicants for University Residential scholarships must submit applications for admission and scholarship, high school transcript and ACT/SAT scores by February 1, 2007; early application is recommended.
UNIVERSITY
Award: Varies; renewed for four years if renewal requirements are met*. Eligibility: 23+ ACT composite score, 3.25 cumulative GPA, Arkansas or Oklahoma resident. Documentation: Applicants for University scholarships must submit applications for admission and scholarship, high school transcript and ACT/SAT scores by February 1, 2007; early application is recommended.
ARKANSAS SCHOLARS
Award: Tuition* for one year. Eligibility: Completion of an approved Arkansas Scholars program. Documentation: Applicants for Arkansas Scholars scholarships must submit applications for admission and scholarship by February 1, 2007.
UA FORT SMITH FOUNDATION
Award: Varies. Eligibility: Varies. Documentation: Applicants for UA Fort Smith Foundation scholarships should submit a list of scholarships for which criteria are met, copies of first two pages of parents’/guardians’ most recently filed tax returns, applications for admission and scholarship, high school transcript and ACT/SAT scores by February 1, 2007. *All scholarships are renewed on a semester-by-semester basis. Renewal criteria vary by scholarship and are outlined in scholarship award contracts. All tuition awards are for 15 hours per semester at a stable rate of fall 2007 tuition prices.
University of Arkansas Fort Smith Adult or Continuing Student Scholarship Application
Deadlines: April 15 for Fall Scholarship Instructions: 1. Attach a one page essay describing your academic goals and how attaining a college degree will make a difference in the choices you have for your life. 2. Attach your most recently filed federal income tax returns. Students under the age of 24 should also include parent tax information. The first two pages of a tax return are sufficient. November 15 for Spring Send completed application with attachments to: UA Fort Smith Admissions Post Office Box 3649 Fort Smith, AR 72913
Name ___________________________________ E-Mail Address _____________________________________ Social Security Number _______________________________________ Date of Birth _____________________ Address _______________________________ City ____________________ State _________ Zip ___________ County of Residence _____________________________ Telephone ___________________________________ Do you plan to be a full-time or part-time student? ________________ Major _____________________________ What college did you last attend? _________________________________________________________________ Total number of college credit hours completed ______________ Current college grade point average __________ High school attended _________________________________________ Year of graduation _________________ Are you a citizen of the United States? Yes No
If you are an eligible non-citizen, please list Alien Registration Number ___________________________________ If you are applying for a specific UA Fort Smith scholarship, please provide the name of that scholarship ___________________________________________________________________________________________ List other scholarships you have applied for ________________________________________________________ Some UA Fort Smith scholarships are based on financial need. In order for us to determine your financial need, please check any statement below that applies to you: I am not currently receiving substantial financial assistance from my parent(s), guardian(s) family members or friends and need assistance to help fund my college education. I am currently financially responsible for the majority of my living and college expenses, and need assistance to help fund my college education. I have completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) with the hope of receiving financial assistance that will help fund my college education. I certify that all the information contained on this scholarship application is true to the best of my knowledge. I understand the information provided will be treated confidentially and will only be used in the scholarship application process. ________________________________________________________________ Applicant Signature __________________________ Date
GENERAL FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
BRENDA AND ANTHONY ALTMAN SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. AYERS FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. ED BALLMAN FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. HARRY G. BARR COMPANY CHANCELLOR’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP A competitive opportunity for students with financial need who have an ACT score of 27 or higher; a grade point average of 3.50 or better; and have demonstrated excellent academic and leadership performance. THE CHARLES AND NADINE BAUM SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.00 or better. Must be employed and have overcome or currently facing diversity. EDGAR E. BETHELL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. SALLY MCSPADDEN BOREHAM SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. THE JIMMIE DELLE CALDWELL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. RAY W. COTTON FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. THE CRAVENS FAMILY CHANCELLOR’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP A competitive opportunity for students with financial need who have an ACT score of 27 or higher; a grade point average of 3.50 or better; and have demonstrated excellent academic and leadership performance. THE CRAVENS FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better THE CRAVENS FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to hard-working students with a grade point average of 2.00 or better
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GENERAL FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
MONT ECHOLS, JR., CHANCELLOR’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP A competitive opportunity for students who have an ACT score of 27 or higher; a grade point average of 3.50 or better; and have demonstrated excellent academic and leadership performance. J. D. EDWARDS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.75 or better. ELIZABETH H. AND STANLEY E. EVANS CHANCELLOR’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP A competitive opportunity for students who have an ACT score of 27 or higher; a grade point average of 3.50 or better; and have demonstrated excellent academic and leadership performance. FIRST NATIONAL BANK CHANCELLOR’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP A competitive opportunity for students who have an ACT score of 27 or higher; a grade point average of 3.50 or better; and have demonstrated excellent academic and leadership performance. DR. RON FORMBY SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. MYLES FREIDMAN SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students who graduated in the top 10% of their high school class and scored in the top 20% on their SAT. GEORGIA PACIFIC CHANCELLOR’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP A competitive opportunity for students who have an ACT score of 27 or higher; a grade point average of 3.50 or better; and have demonstrated excellent academic and leadership performance. GENE AND MARGARET GRAHAM SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Preference will be given to students who have demonstrated academic excellence. DR. ALFRED HATHCOCK SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. LUCIA LEIGH HAWKINS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Preference will be given to academically superior students MABEL AND LLOYD HOBBS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to deserving students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. -6-
GENERAL FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
COSBY HODGES SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have achieved a grade point average of 2.50 or better. ADELE AND HARPER JACKSON CHANCELLOR’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP A competitive opportunity for students who have an ACT score of 27 or higher; a grade point average of 3.50 or better; and have demonstrated excellent academic and leadership performance. LUCILLE LICK JACKSON AND S. WALTON JACKSON, SR., SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must have attended Howard Elementary School for at least two (2) years. GRAY JOHNSON REALTY SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. DR. AVANELLE KIRKSEY SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. FRANK M. LOCKWOOD, M.D., CHANCELLOR’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP A competitive opportunity for students who have an ACT score of 27 or higher; a grade point average of 3.50 or better; and have demonstrated excellent academic and leadership performance. MARY ANNE KNIGHT LOCKWOOD SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. THE JACK MCNEIL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be a current Northside High School graduate. THE BOB AND JOAN MILLER SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Preference given to students with a successful high school record. ROBERT E. AND NADINE HARDIN MILLER CHANCELLOR’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP A competitive opportunity for students with financial need who have an ACT score of 27 or higher; a grade point average of 3.50 or better; and have demonstrated excellent academic and leadership performance. E. H. AND MARILYN PATTERSON SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to upper-level students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better who are pursuing a bachelor’s degree. -7-
GENERAL FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
ROSS PENDERGRAFT SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be a junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree. Preference given to students who have demonstrated academic excellence. WILLIAM PENDLETON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. This scholarship was designed to benefit hard-working students with a non-competitive grade point average who show seriousness and determination in their studies. THE GENE AND ROSEMARY RAPLEY SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. ELISE BEDWELL ROSS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. JOHN P. SHIELDS CHANCELLOR’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP A competitive opportunity for students who have an ACT score of 27 or higher; a grade point average of 3.50 or better; and have demonstrated excellent academic and leadership performance. SAM M. SICARD CHANCELLOR’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP A competitive opportunity for students who have an ACT score of 27 or higher; a grade point average of 3.50 or better; and have demonstrated excellent academic and leadership performance. FRED W. SMITH SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be a junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree. Preference given to students who have demonstrated academic excellence. RALPH AND MELANIE SPEER SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. JENNINGS J. AND JEANETTE GUTMAN STEIN SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. CHARLES N. AND MARION T. STEPHENS SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. CONNIE MACK ʺDOCʺ STEPHENS SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. MARGARET ANNE AND MILDRED ALEXANDER THOMPSON SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. -8-
GENERAL FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
THE ALVIN S. AND SAMUEL AND BERTHA TILLES SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. THE FLOYD TRAYLOR MAZDA SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students who have presented the best marketing plan for any model of the Mazda automobile. May be incoming freshman or continuing student; must have achieved a grade point average of 2.50 or better, and be willing to pose for publicity photo and allow display of winning marketing plan. Competitive scholarship; winning marketing plan selected by university committee. MARY YOUMANS UDOUJ CHANCELLOR’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP A competitive opportunity for students with financial need who have an ACT score of 27 or higher; a grade point average of 3.50 or better; and have demonstrated excellent academic and leadership performance. MARGARET VATER CHANCELLOR’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP A competitive opportunity for students who have an ACT score of 27 or higher; a grade point average of 3.50 or better; and have demonstrated excellent academic and leadership performance. CLAUDIA CURL VAUGHN AND FORT SMITH HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1939 SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. GORDON AND BETH WATSON SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be a current Alma high School graduate. BESS AND HILL WILLIAMS PERPETUAL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. JIM AND CAROLE WILLIAMSON CHANCELLOR’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP A competitive opportunity for students who have an ACT score of 27 or higher; a grade point average of 3.50 or better; and have demonstrated excellent academic and leadership performance. EDITH YEAKLEY SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better.
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THE COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
THE BENNING‐KELLER SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be pre-pharmacy major. SAMUEL BOLLINGER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to a music major, preferably pianist or violinist, with a grade point average of 2.50. DAVID L. BOND MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to a business or instrumental music student with a grade point average of 3.00 or better who has completed at least 24 hours of study. ALLINE AND CHLOE C. DAVIS SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to a deserving music student with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. RUTH HAMILTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better who are taking French or Spanish. THE DONNA AND LOUIS HAMMOND SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to minority students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be a science major. Preference given to students with a strong high school record. CELESTE BRISCOE IKARD SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a 2.50 grade point average or better. Must be music major. Preference given to vocal and piano students. JOHN LANGE, M.D., SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.75 or better. Must be science, pre-med or nursing majors. MAUDRESS HEFNER OVERSTREET SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to music majors with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. BARBARA CHANDLER STUBBLEFIELD SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students from the university’s service area who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be music majors with noteworthy potential in piano, voice or instrumental music. RAYMOND AND ELIZABETH STUBBLEFIELD SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better who are majoring in elementary education or music. ALPHONSO TRENT MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be a music major. JOHN AND MARY WHITT SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a 2.50 grade point average or better. Must be elementary education or journalism major. -10-
THE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
APAC‐ARKHOLA SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to full-time or part-time students enrolled in the business, engineering, or computer-aided drafting design program. The recipient should have financial need and have achieved a grade point average of 2.75 or better, and must maintain a 2.75 grade point average to be considered for renewal. FIRST BANK CORP. SCHOLARSHIP OF DISTINCTION Awarded to students with a 27+ ACT composite score and a grade point average of 3.50 or better. Must be pursuing a degree through the College of Business. PAUL LATTURE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be studying business or an industrial/technical field. ROD AND SALLY NAUCKE SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.00 or better. Must be business, education or health sciences major. Financial need will be the determining factor. ANNETTE PUTNAM ‐ ZONTA CLUB OF FORT SMITH SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to female students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be a business major. DR. FRANCES B. RALSTON SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.75 or better. Must be accounting major, and single mother. KATHLEEN AND JOSEPH SAFREED SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.75 or better. Must be engineering or business major, and/or taking courses related to building trades. SIMMONS FIRST NATIONAL BANK ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be a business major. JOEL R. STUBBLEFIELD SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to full-time students with an ACT score of 26 or higher and a grade point average of 3.25 or better. Must be business major who graduated in top 30% of class and demonstrated leadership in high school. Financial need will be the determining factor.
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THE COLLEGE OF APPLIED SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
APAC‐ARKHOLA SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to full-time or part-time students enrolled in the business, engineering, or computer-aided drafting design program. The recipient should have financial need and have achieved a grade point average of 2.75 or better, and must maintain a 2.75 grade point average to be considered for renewal. BALDOR APPLIED SCIENCES SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to full-time freshman students with financial need from Sebastian, Crawford, Sequoyah, Leflore, Johnson or Franklin county who have a grade point average of 2.75 or better and are pursuing a career in mechanical/electrical engineering; information technology; manufacturing technology management; computer-aided drafting design; or students desiring to become an electrical technician, general technician or office manager. ROLAND S. BOREHAM, JR. ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to full time students taking 30 hours or more per scholarship year who have a grade point average of 3.50 or better. Must be mechanical or electrical engineer major with ACT of 27 or higher; proven leader; volunteer in school, church or community; and be highly motivated. Allowances will be made for the adult learner. THE ROBERT AND VERNA CARGILE SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be applied science and technology or health science major. THE BOB AND MARGARET ANN HAWKINS SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.75 or higher. Must be engineering major. HAWKINS‐WEIR ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to full-time students with financial need who have an ACT score of 19 or higher and a grade point average of 2.75 or better. Must be engineering major. PAUL LATTURE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be studying business or an industrial/technical field. MACSTEEL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be pursuing a bachelor of applied science degree. DON MASON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 3.00 or better. Must be CADD, architecture or business major with above academic record. Preference will be given to students pursuing a career in the building trades. -12-
THE COLLEGE OF APPLIED SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
BILL AND BETTY MCLENDON SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better who are pursuing a career in a technical field. KATHLEEN AND JOSEPH SAFREED SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.75 or better. Must be engineering or business major, and/or pursuing a career in the building trades.
THE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
DR. ROBERT AND MARGARET LOWREY SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to full-time students taking 15 hours or more who have a grade point average of 3.25 or better. Must be junior or senior education major. ROD AND SALLY NAUCKE SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.00 or better. Must be business, education or health sciences major. Financial need will be the determining factor. THE MARGARET MARSH NEWELL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Preference will be given to students taking two or more developmental education courses. MERHL L. AND ELIZABETH C. PALENSKE SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to a student with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be an education major. RAYMOND AND ELIZABETH STUBBLEFIELD SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to a student with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be an elementary education or music major. THE TOM AND CATHY ULRICH SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to a student with financial need who has a grade point average of 2.75 or better. Must be an early childhood education major. Financial need will be the determining factor. Recipient should be willing to visit Central Presbyterian Child Development Center to participate in an activity with the children. JOHN AND MARY WHITT SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to a student with a grade point average of 2.50. Must be elementary education or journalism major.
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THE COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
REBECCA ANDERSON SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to nursing students who have completed the LPN program and are pursuing an RN degree. Monies from this scholarship are used specifically for the requisite transition course from the LPN to the RN program. Must have financial need and a grade point average of 2.50 or better. LILIAN H. ASTON NURSING SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better who are pursuing a career in nursing. THE BOREHAM AND SPARKS MEDICAL CENTER SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need and a grade point average of 2.00 or better. Must be nursing major. Preference will be given to Sparks employees and future Sparks employees. THE ROBERT AND VERNA CARGILE SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be applied science and technology or health sciences major. MARY CATHERINE DE VLAMING MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be health sciences major. CHARLES AND BARBARA FLOYD BOOK SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to full-time students with a 2.50 grade point average or better. Must be single mother and health sciences major. FORT SMITH DENTAL ASSOCIATION HYGIENE INSTRUMENT SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 3.00 or better. Must be dental hygiene major and five-year resident of Sebastian or Crawford County. Prior dental office experience and written essay will be the deciding factor. DR. J. B. HAYS DENTAL HYGIENE SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need and a grade point average of 2.75 or better. Must be dental hygiene major from Benton, Boone, Carroll, Crawford, Franklin, Johnson, Logan, Madison, Marion, Newton, Pope, Scott, Searcy, Sebastian, Van Buren, Washington, or Yell County. DR. MARLIN HOGE SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to student with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be enrolled in the nursing program in the College of Health Sciences. MARTHA ABEE HUGHES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to student with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be nursing major from Polk or Montgomery County.
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THE COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
T. L. AND IRENE HUNT SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need and a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be nursing major. J. D. JORDON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to full-time students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be second year dental hygiene student and resident of Arkansas for at least three years. Must submit one-page essay regarding qualifications, community service record, and future plans. Must agree to attend Arkansas State Dental Association’s fall seminar for recognition. GORDON KELLEY HEALTHCARE SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be health sciences major. JOHN LANGE, M.D., SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.75 or better. Must be science, pre-med or nursing majors. LAURI PENDERGRAFT MASON SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 3.25 or better. Must be health sciences major. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL ADVISORS ‐ WESTERN ARKANSAS (NAIFA‐WA) SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to sophomore nursing or health sciences majors with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be from Sebastian, Crawford, Johnson, Franklin, Logan or Scott County. Must attend NAIFA-WA Annual Picnic held in June. ROD AND SALLY NAUCKE SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.00 or better. Must be business, education or health sciences major. Financial need will be the determining factor. NORTHWEST ARKANSAS DENTAL SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need and a grade point average of 2.75 or better. Must be dental hygiene major from Benton, Boone, Carroll, Crawford, Franklin, Johnson, Logan, Madison, Marion, Newton, Pope, Scott, Searcy, Sebastian, Van Buren, Washington, or Yell County. NORTHWEST DENTAL HYGIENISTS’ ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP Book scholarship awarded to first and second year dental hygiene students who have achieved a grade point average of 2.50 or better. NEAL R. PENDERGRAFT SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 3.00 or better. Must be health sciences major. SISTERS OF MERCY NURSING SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to nursing majors with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. -15-
THE COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
SONDRA KAY VOSS SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to nursing students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. BILL AND PEGGY WEIDMAN NURSING SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to nursing students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. LINDA DODSON WELLS MEMORIAL NURSING SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to nursing students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. NANCY HUGHES WILSON NURSING SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to nursing students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better.
GENDER OR AGE
BOB AND MARTHA COLEMAN OLDER ADULT RETURNING STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be a full-time student who is 25 years of age or older. CHARLES AND BARBARA FLOYD BOOK SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to full-time students with a 2.50 grade point average or better. Must be single mother and health sciences major. FORT SMITH ZONTA INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to female students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be a sophomore who is willing to attend a Zonta meeting to give a brief outline of plans for the future. Preference will be given to older women or single mothers. HELEN FRAZIER LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to part-time female students with financial need. Must have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. GEORGE E. MILLER SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to female students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Preference given to ambitious single mothers.
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GENDER OR AGE
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL ADVISORS ‐ WESTERN ARKANSAS (NAIFA‐WA) SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to sophomore nursing or health sciences majors with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be from Sebastian, Crawford, Johnson, Franklin, Logan or Scott County. Must be a single mother or the child of a single parent. Must attend NAIFA-WA Annual Picnic held in June. NETWORK OF EXECUTIVE WOMEN SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to full-time students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.75 or better. Must be single mother starting college or re-entering the workforce. THE PAULINE PLUMMER ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Preference will be given to students over 30 years of age. ANNETTE PUTNAM ‐ ZONTA CLUB OF FORT SMITH SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to female students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be a business major. MOLLIE WILSON FINANCIAL SERIES SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be single mother.
CHURCH MEMBERSHIP OR RELIGION
CHRIST THE KING SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be a member of Christ the King Catholic Church and obtain a recommendation letter from church leadership. MARY FINNIGAN GRACE SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students who are practicing Catholics. Must have financial need and a grade point average of 2.50 or better VIRGIL AND SUE LACEWELL MEMORIAL BSU SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.75 or better who are taking 12 hours or more. Must be an active member of a Southern Baptist church. Must obtain evidence of prior activity in BSU by the BSU Director and remain active. MARGARET R. RAGON SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Preference given to members of Goddard Methodist Church.
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ORGANIZATION
HEMBREE EAGLE SCOUT SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be an Eagle Scout from the Westark Area Council. Preference will be given to students who have demonstrated leadership in Scouts and in the community. UNITED FEDERAL CREDIT UNION SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students who are members of the United Federal Credit Union or the dependent of a member of the United Federal Credit Union. Must have achieved a grade point average of 2.50 or better.
EMPLOYMENT
THE BOREHAM AND SPARKS MEDICAL CENTER SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need and a grade point average of 2.00 or better. Must be nursing major. Preference will be given to Sparks employees and future Sparks employees. CALICO COUNTY SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better who are taking 12 hours or more. Must be an employee of Calico County with at least 4 months service. THE JIM JENKINS SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be the dependent of a full-time employee of Coca-Cola Bottling. THE FRED KIRKPATRICK SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be the dependent of a full-time employee of Coca-Cola Bottling. C. A. AND CARRIE T. LICK SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.75 or better. Must be dependents of employees of Weldon, Williams & Lick; an employee of Weldon, Williams & Lick; and/or have been a participant in the Boys/Girls Club program. LOWEʹS COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be an employee of Lowe’s. ANNIS LICK WALCOTT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.75 or better. Must be dependents of employees of Weldon, Williams & Lick; an employee of Weldon, Williams & Lick; and/or have been a participant in the Boys/Girls Club program. -18-
EMPLOYMENT
W. R. WALKER SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to full-time students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be dependent of employee of Stephens Production, Arkansas-Oklahoma Gas or Stephens Media; employee of Stephens Production, Arkansas-Oklahoma Gas or Stephens Media; dependent of retired employee of Stephens Production, Arkansas-Oklahoma Gas or Stephens Media; or retired employee of Stephens Production, Arkansas-Oklahoma Gas or Stephens Media.
GEOGRAPHIC AREA
JUNE AND JIM ALEXANDER SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be from the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith area and possess good moral character. Financial need will be the determining factor. BALDOR APPLIED SCIENCES SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to full-time freshman students with financial need from Sebastian, Crawford, Sequoyah, Leflore, Johnson or Franklin County who have a grade point average of 2.75 or better and are pursuing a career in mechanical/electrical engineering; information technology; manufacturing technology management; computer-aided drafting design; or students desiring to become an electrical technician, general technician or office manager. JOHN W. CARTY SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students from Sebastian or Crawford County who show seriousness and determination in their studies. Must have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. FORT SMITH DENTAL ASSOCIATION HYGIENE INSTRUMENT SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 3.00 or better. Must be dental hygiene major and five-year resident of Sebastian or Crawford County. Prior dental office experience and written essay will be the deciding factor. DR. J. B. HAYS DENTAL HYGIENE SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need and a grade point average of 2.75 or better. Must be dental hygiene major from Benton, Boone, Carroll, Crawford, Franklin, Johnson, Logan, Madison, Marion, Newton, Pope, Scott, Searcy, Sebastian, Van Buren, Washington, or Yell County. MARTHA ABEE HUGHES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to student with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be nursing major from Polk or Montgomery County.
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GEOGRAPHIC AREA
J. D. JORDON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to full-time students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be second year dental hygiene student and resident of Arkansas for at least three years. Must submit one-page essay regarding qualifications, community service record, and future plans. Must agree to attend Arkansas State Dental Association’s fall seminar for recognition. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL ADVISORS ‐ WESTERN ARKANSAS (NAIFA‐WA) SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to sophomore nursing or health sciences majors with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be from Sebastian, Crawford, Johnson, Franklin, Logan or Scott County. Must be a single mother or the child of a single parent. Must attend NAIFA-WA Annual Picnic held in June. NORTHWEST ARKANSAS DENTAL SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need and a grade point average of 2.75 or better. Must be dental hygiene major from Benton, Boone, Carroll, Crawford, Franklin, Johnson, Logan, Madison, Marion, Newton, Pope, Scott, Searcy, Sebastian, Van Buren, Washington, or Yell County. OCKER‐MOORE SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be from Crawford or Franklin County. BARBARA CHANDLER STUBBLEFIELD SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students from the university’s service area who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be music majors with noteworthy potential in piano, voice or instrumental music.
SCHOOL
ALMA HIGH SCHOOL 1950’s ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to current Alma High School graduates with financial need. Must be a full-time student with a 2.75 grade point average or better. Financial need will be the determining factor. BELLE POINT RANCH SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.00 or better. Must be a current Lavaca High School graduate. MICHAEL AND CAROLYN BROWN SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to full-time students seeking a bachelor’s degree. Must have financial need and a grade point average of 3.00 or better. Also, must be a graduating senior from Alma High School and a United States citizen.
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SCHOOL
BYRON C. AND LINDA CRAVENS SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.00 or better. Must be a full-time student from Roland High School. BYERS ELMORE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.75 or better. Must be a current Mansfield High School graduate. REBECCA RANEY HUTSON AND HAROLD HUTSON SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to full-time students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be a current Northside High School graduate. JACK MCNEIL SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to students with financial need who have a grade point average of 2.50 or better. Must be a current Northside High School graduate.
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