Purpose:
The Donors have supported the annual award of the A. Carl Nelson Scholarship for many years. Mr. Nelson has enjoyed working with students in the Math Lab since his retirement. In recognition of their enjoyment and appreciation of their long association with UNCW ancf of Mr. Nelson's love for and teaching of statistics, the Donors wish to establish this scholarship on a more formal basis with the eventual intent of providing funding for the endowment of the scholarship. 
The Donee agrees to use gifts given for this purpose to establish The A. Carl Nelson Scholarship Fund. It should be noted that the following represents a modification of the criteria of the scholarship of the past.
Criteria:
-    The recipient of the scholarship will receive funding in the amount of at least $250 (year 2000 dollars) for the Fall semester. Once the scholarship is fully endowed the recipient will receive the full amount available for award, half in the Fall and half in the Spring.
-    The recipient of this scholarship must be a full time student minoring or majoring in statistics under the Department of Mathematics & Statistics. The recipient must have completed at least 75 hours of course work before the semester in which the award is made, at least 24 of which must have been completed at UNCW. Financial need is not a consideration. The scholarship may be renewed no more than once based on the competitive process.
-    The chair of the Department of Mathematics & Statistics shall appoint the selection committee of at least five members of the department to review candidates and award the scholarship. The committee will make its selection by June 1 prior to the Fall semester of award.

Purpose:

The Aaron and Elizabeth Silverman was established by Mrs. Ray Silverman Lytton in honor of her parents. It provides in-state tuition and fees scholarships to academically strong students. The purpose of the Aaron and Elizabeth Silverman Scholarship program is to recognize academic excellence and the scholarship{s) are to be awarded on the basis of scholastic achievement.

Criteria & Award Amount:

Scholastic achievement and graduation from an accredited North Carolina high school are the only criteria. The scholarship(s) can be awarded to a prospective student or to those students currently enrolled.

Purpose:
The Ada Zola King Honors in Nursing Scholarship is hereby created as an annually funded scholarship at the University of North Carolina Wilmington.  The scholarship is being created by friends and family of Mrs. Dean.
Ada Zola King Dean was a life-long North Carolina Resident, who like so many of her generation, cared for her family, her community, and with her husband Paul ran a family farm her entire life. While her life-long dream of being a nurse was not fulfilled while alive, her legacy of compassion, care, equanimity, and resounding faith make for a powerful example for future nurses to come.

Criteria:
The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability in accordance with the university’s criteria for the award of merit scholarships.  It is available to a student in the Honors Scholars Program who has been accepted or plans to select a major within the School of Nursing.          
The Director of the Honors Scholars Program shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process approved by the Dean.  In accordance with university policy the Director of Financial Aid and Veterans Services makes all disbursements.
 

Purpose:

The Adrian D. Hurst mathematics scholarship is hereby established as a named fund within the Endowment of The University of North Carolina at Wilmington. This endowment is created by a gift of stock from Mr. M. Dean Sidbury, a Wilmington College graduate who received an Associate of Arts degree in 1956. The scholarship is created in memory of Dr. Adrian D. Hurst, an original Wilmington College faculty member who served as teacher and mentor to Mr. Sidbury during his student days. It is intended to be a merit based scholarship for a student majoring in mathematics or  pre-engineering. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The scholarship fund provides support to assist with tuition and fees for a rising junior,
senior or graduate student who has declared a major in mathematics or a student enrolled in the pre-engineering transfer program and is enrolled as a full-time student at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. 

The selection shall be made by chairman of the mathematics department using whatever committee structure and criteria he/she may chose. The financial aid office shall be represented on the selection committee. It is the donor's intent to recognize and encourage academic quality and merit when selecting the recipient. The recipient may reapply for consideration but eligibility shall be limited to four semesters. 

The first award shall begin in the fall semester of 1998 and be awarded each year thereafter.

Purpose:

The Henry and Alice von Oesen Scholarship is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by the von Oesen family in honor of their parents, Henry and Alice von Oesen. The scholarship will be used to assist students with the purchase of books and supplies related to their academic pursuits. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Director. The scholarship recipient will be selected on demonstrated financial need. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The recipient must also be a resident of New Hanover, Pender, Brunswick, Columbus, or Bladen County. The scholarship may be awarded to undergraduate students. 

The Director of Scholarships Financial Aid has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 

The annual amount available for award will be equal to the full available interest generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate set by the university Board of Trustees. Each award is not to exceed the cost of books and supplies for an academic year, as established annually by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW.

Purpose:
The Alice and Britt Preyer Scholarship in Social Work is hereby created as a named endowment fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by Alice and Britt Preyer. The scholarship will be used to assist students interested in pursuing a degree offered by the School of Social Work in the College of Health and Human Services. 

Criteria and Award Amount:
The School of Social Work shall select the recipient using any committee structure ot process deemed appropriate by the Dean of the College of Health and Human Services. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship, and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. Financial need will be a secondary consideration. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with an interest in pursuing a degree offered by the School of Social Work. The scholarship may be awarded to undergraduate or graduate students. The scholarship may be renewed for returning students at the discretion of the award authority, provided they continue to meet the award criteria.
The Director has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements.
The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available earnings generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate adopted by the university Board of Trustees. The award may be split among deserving students at the discretion of the award authority and in accordance with the minimum scholarship award amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW. 

Purpose:
The Ann Royer Corley Scholarship is hereby authorized as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Dr. Carol Chase Thomas is creating the scholarship in memory of her godmother. This scholarship for merit is intended to assist students enrolled in the Watson School of Education. 

Criteria & Award Amount:
The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available interest generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate set by the university board of trustees. The award will be half in the fall and half in the spring semester. 

The recipient must have been formally accepted into one of the educational programs at the Watson School of Education. The award may be made to either an undergraduate or a graduate student. The scholarship recipient will be selected based on demonstrated academic ability.

A faculty committee in the Watson School of Education shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process is approved by the dean. In accordance with university policy, the director of financial aid makes all disbursements. 

Purpose:

The Anne Green Saus Scholarship is awarded annually to an English major with a concentration in literary studies or professional writing. The award was established in 1992 by Charles L. Green III in honor of his aunt.

Criteria & Award Amount:

The scholarship will be awarded with merit as the first consideration and need (confirmed through the financial aid office) as a secondary consideration. The scholarship will be valued at the in-state tuition and fee rate in effect at the time of award plus a $200 book allowance.

Purpose:
The Annie Cummings Lassiter Scholarship in Education is hereby created as an annually funded scholarship at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington.  The scholarship is being created by Anne Lassiter Sessoms and her husband, Dr. H. Douglas Sessoms.  The scholarship is being established to honor Anne’s mother and her lifetime commitment to education.  Mrs. Lassiter, as a teacher, was an inspirational motivator, and an avid lover of literature.  She conducted her life with the highest degree of integrity and high moral character.  It is the wish of the donors for the recipient to exhibit these qualities that exemplify Mrs. Lassiter.  The minimum award amount will be $2,500 for each recipient and can be increased if funding allows.  In addition, if funds allow, multiple scholarships may be awarded.

Criteria and Award Information:         
The Watson School of Education shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean.  The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement.  The recipient must have a 3.0 overall GPA.  The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with an indicated interest in pursuing a degree from the Watson School of Education.  In addition, the recipient must be an in-state student.  The Dean of the Watson School of Education has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award.  In accordance with university policy, the Director of Financial Aid makes all disbursements.

Purpose:
The Ashley Elizabeth Shivar Scholarship in Creative Writing is hereby created as a named endowment fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by Jacqueline and Michael Shivar in honor of their daughter Ashley, who graduated cum laude from UNCW in 2007 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Creative Writing and went on to complete her Masters in Creative Writing in 2010. While at UNCW, Ashley was co producer of Writers in Action and president of the Creative Writing Graduate Student Association. The scholarship will be used to assist students interested in pursuing a degree offered by the Department of Creative Writing.

Criteria and Award Amount:
The Department of Creative Writing shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with an interest in pursuing a degree offered by the Department of Creative Writing. The scholarship may be awarded to undergraduate students. The scholarship may be renewed for returning students at the discretion of the award authority, provided they continue to meet the award criteria.
The Chair of the Department of Creative Writing has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available earnings generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate adopted by the university Board of Trustees. The award may be split among deserving students at the discretion of the award authority and in accordance with the minimum scholarship award amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW.

Purpose:
The Bank of America "B2B" Scholarship is hereby established as a. named endowment fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, replacing the Bank of America Endowment. This endowment fund is being repurposed by the Bank of America (BoA) and will be used to provide scholarship support for students transferring to UNCW's Cameron School of Business (CSB) from Cape Fear Community College (CFCC).
The Bank ofAmerica Endowment was established in the 1980s with a gift of $100,000 from BoA's predecessor bank, North Carolina National Bank (NCNB). BoA asserts that it has the authority to designate the purpose(s) and use of the subject funds as the successor in interest to NCNB. BoA further expressly states and asserts that its wishes for the use of the funds set forth herein are consistent with its understanding of and appropriate to the original intentions associated with the donated funds of its predecessor in interest, NCNB. BoA directs the subject endowment fund to support students as set forth in this Agreement.

Criteria and Award Amount:
The UNCW Cameron School of Business (CSB) shall serve as the award authority and select recipients using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean of the Cameron School of Business. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and recipients will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. Financial need will be a secondary consideration. The recipients must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington as transfer students from Cape Fear Community College and be pursuing a degree offered by the Cameron School of Business. The scholarship shall be awarded to undergraduate students and may be renewed for returning students at the discretion of the award authority, provided they maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0.
The Dean of the Cameron School of Business has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements.
Bank of America hereby directs that the existing balance in fund #212506 Bank of America, Inc., be moved to scholarship fund 630440, and that that total of these two combined funds, as of September 3, 2013, ($132,412.52) be awarded at the discretion of the Dean of the Cameron School of Business over a period of XX years, beginning with the 201x-lx academic year. Once this balance is depleted, the scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available earnings generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate adopted by the university Board of Trustees. The endowment will provide for a minimum of four "B2B" (Business Program to Business School) scholarships awarded to CFCC graduates who transfer to UNCW and into the Cameron School of Business. Further, .BoA desires that in awarding at least one of the subject scholarships, special consideration should be given to students who possess or have a background or experience in, or commitment to working with, historically underserved or underprivileged populations. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters.

Purpose:
The Barbara Beckwith Dobo Scholarship in Elementary Education is hereby created as a named fund at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by Barbara Beckwith Dobo in memory of her mother, Sabre Elizabeth Beckwith and her grandmother, Rachel F. Beckwith. This scholarship will be used to assist students pursuing a degree in Elementary Education from the Watson School of Education. The annual award amount will be equal to in-state tuition, fees, books, and supplies up to $5,000.

Criteria:
The recipient must be an Elementary Education major and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability. Preference will be given for prior recipients, provided they meet the initial criteria for award.
The Watson School of Education shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process approved by the Dean. In accordance with university policy the Director of Financial Aid and Veterans Services makes all disbursements.

Purpose:

Bedford Fair gives, conveys and delivers to The University of North Carolina at Wilmington an educational institution, a donation to create a permanent endowment fund to be administered according to the following provisions. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The Bedford Fair Endowed Scholarship is awarded to an incoming full-time freshman from a public high school in New Hanover County who has made a contribution to their community through volunteer or service activities, has a proven academic average of 3.00 or better, and has established financial need. This scholarship is renewable with a 3.00 cumulative GPA at UNCW; therefore, it may only become available after the current recipient has graduated.

Purpose:

The Beth Dow Fortenbery Memorial Scholarship is hereby authorized as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by family and friends to assist students enrolled in the Cameron School of Business who will participate in an international program offered through The University of North Carolina at Wilmington. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available interest generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate set by the university board of trustees. The award will be half in the fall and half in the spring semester. 

The recipient must have made a formal commitment to enroll in one of the programs offered through the Cameron School of Business and to participate in one of the UNCW sponsored international programs. The scholarship is intended to assist an entering :freshman female student from North Carolina or Virginia The scholarship is renewable for four years based on the recommendation of the scholarship committee. 

The Cameron School of Business shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process is approved by the Dean. In accordance with university policy the Director of Financial Aid makes all disbursements. 

Purpose:
The Betty Holden Stike Scholarship fund is hereby established as a named fund within the Endowment of The University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The endowment will be funded at a $10,000 level payable with a $5,000 gift in 1994 and an additional gift of $5,000 payable in 1995. The Betty Holden Stike Scholarship is awarded to a student accepted into the Watson College of Education who shows promise of excellence in education and has demonstrated academic achievement and financial need. 

Criteria & Award Amount:
Preference will be given to the following:
1. The scholarship is to be awarded to a rising senior in the Donald R, Watson School of Education at The University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The award shall be treated as a merit scholarship based on all academic work attempted at UNCW. Demonstrated financial need shall be a secondary consideration. The award amount shall be based on annual earnings allocated to the income fund.
2. The recipient shall be selected from those rising seniors who are majoring in Elementary Education. In general, the candidates will be judged on their demonstrated academic ability, potential to make a positive contribution to the teaching profession and on characteristics found in good teachers.
3. The selection committee will be determined by the Dean of the Watson School of Education and a representative of the university financial aid office.

Purpose:
The Betty Jean Gamss De Angury Scholarship in Nmsing exists as a named endowment fund within the Endowment ofthe University ofNorth Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship was created by Leos "Lou" Lucian De Angury in memory of his loving wife of sixty-one years, Betty Jean, who was a Licensed Nurse Practitioner. Through the establishment of this scholarship, the donor wishes to honor the commitment of nursing professionals and particularly, nursing students at UNCW. The scholarship will be used to assist students pursuing a degree offered by the School of Nursing. This gift agreement supersedes the Betty Jean Garriss De Angury Scholarship in Nursing gift agreement dated January 31, 2012.

Criteria and Award Amount:
The School of Nursing shall serve as award authority and select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean of the College of Health and Human Services. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and be pursuing a degree offered by the School of Nursing. The scholarship shall be awarded to undergraduate students, and will be used to assist students pursuing a bachelor of science degree in the pre-licensure program in Nursing. The scholarship may be renewed for returning students at the discretion of the award authority, provided they continue to meet the award criteria.
The Dean of the College of Health and Human Services has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements.
The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available earnings generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate adopted by the university Board of Trustees. The award may not be split All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW.

Purpose:
The Donors wish to establish this endowed scholarship to honor Dr. Betty Jo Welch, a beloved member of the Department of Communication Studies of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The University of North Carolina at Wilmington agrees to use gifts given for this purpose to establish an endowed scholarship to be named the: The Betty Jo Welch Communication Studies Alumni Scholarship. 

Criteria:
The recipient of this scholarship will be a junior or senior majoring in communication studies. The recipient must be in financial need. He/she must demonstrate an overall GPA of 3.2 or higher and a commitment to leadership and service to the campus community. In addition, candidates will be asked to submit a brief summary of their accomplishments relevant to the selection criteria during the spring semester. The amount of the award will be equal to the available interest generated by the endowment. It will be awarded in the Fall.

The selection committee will be chaired by the chair, Department of Communication Studies. The committee will consist of one faculty member of the Department of Communication studies appointed by the chair, one member of the Communication Studies Alumni Chapter of the UNCW Alumni Association as designated by the executive committee of the chapter, a representative of the Financial Aid Office, and if available, one representative of the Welch family. The scholarship will be awarded by June 1 prior to receipt of the scholarship the following fall semester.

Purpose:
The UNCW Board of Trustees Merit Scholarship exists as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship was created in 2006 by the UNCW Board of Trustees to assist the university in meeting its priority goal of offering more merit scholarships to attract high-ability students to UNCW. The scholarship will be used to assist students interested in pursuing a degree offered by the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. This agreement supersedes the UNCW Board of Trustees Scholarship Agreement dated February 27, 2006. 
Criteria and Award Amount:
The Office of Admissions shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Provost. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship shall be awarded to undergraduate students and is automatically renewable for a period of three consecutive academic years following the initial award, provided the recipient continues to remain a full-time student with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5. In the event the recipient cannot maintain the minimum criteria for renewal, the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid may grant an exception and allow the scholarship to be renewed. 
The Provost has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 
The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available interest generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate set by the university Board of Trustees. The award may be split among deserving students at the discretion of the award authority and in accordance with the minimum scholarship award amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW. 

Purpose:
The Board of Visitors Merit Scholarship is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina Wilmington.  The scholarship is being created by the UNCW Board of Visitors to assist the university in meeting its priority goal to attract and retain high ability students through offering more merit scholarships.  This scholarship shall replace the annually-funded Board of Visitors Merit Scholarship, and this agreement shall supersede the annually funded gift agreement of 2003.

Criteria:
This is a merit scholarship and the recipients will be selected based on demonstrated academic ability, student activities and potential for leadership as defined by the Office of Admissions.  The recipient will be a graduate of a high school in North Carolina.  This scholarship program gives the director of admissions the ability to quickly respond to academically strong students who have applied for admission to UNCW, and to retain those students who received the scholarship in their freshman year.
The Office of Admissions shall select two recipients annually using whatever committee structure or process is approved by the Director of Admissions.  The scholarships carry automatic renewal based on satisfactory progress as determined by the university.  Recipients can receive the scholarship for a maximum period of four years.  In accordance with university policy, the director of the Financial Aid and Veterans Services Office makes all distributions.  Recipients shall be known as Board of Visitors Scholars.  The Board of Visitors reserves the right to review and modify scholarship criteria.

 

Purpose:

The Boseman-TenHuisen Diversity Scholarship exists as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship was created by L.S. "Bo" Dean and members of outWilmington.com, a local organization supporting UNCW students who are members of the LGBTQIA Student Group and allied student groups. The scholarship is inspired by a student member of LGBTQIA who faced considerable adversity and great hardship. The scholarship will be used to assist the university in meeting its commitment to maintaining a campus environment that values a rich diversity in its student body. The university's current definition of diversity includes, but is not limited to race, sex, age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), creed, religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran's status, gender, educational disadvantage, socio-economic circumstances, language, and history of overcoming adversity. This agreement supersedes the Boseman-TenHuisen Scholarship endowed gift agreement dated March 17, 2011. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The LGBTQIA Center shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Provost. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. Financial need as a result of facing adversity, and as determined by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid, will be a secondary consideration. Special consideration will be given to students who face considerable adversity or great hardship. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and be pursuing a degree offered by the university. The scholarship shall be awarded to undergraduate students. The scholarship. shall be awarded to students who are members of a UNCW LGBTQIA community, either through the student Pride organization or through contributions to the UNCW LGBTQIA Resource Office; membership in the UNCW LGBTQIA organization is open to all students. The scholarship may be renewed for returning students at the discretion of the award authority, provided they continue to meet the award criteria. 
The Provost has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the int􀃎nt of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 

Purpose:

The Bradley Creek Elementary School Scholarship is hereby created as a named endowment fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by Mr. Fred Newber and will be used to assist students who attended Bradley Creek Elementary School interested in pursuing a degree offered by UNCW. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The Office of Admissions shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Provost. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. In addition, the recipient must have attended Bradley Creek Elementary School for a minimum of two years. Financial need will be a secondary consideration. The scholarship may be awarded to undergraduate or graduate students. The scholarship may be renewed for returning students at the discretion of the award authority, provided they continue to meet the award criteria. 
The Director of Admissions has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donor as closely as possible. It is the intent of the donor that if no candidate meets the requirement of being a student at Bradley Creek Elementary School, that the scholarship be awarded to a student who attended any public school in New Hanover County. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. In accordance with university practices related to donor stewardship, any significant changes in the management of the scholarship and the criteria for award will be reviewed with the donor. 
The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available earnings generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate adopted by the university Board of Trustees. The award may be split among deserving students at the discretion of the award authority and in accordance with the minimum scholarship award amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW. 
 

Purpose:

The Brian Pearson King Memorial Scholarship is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Brian's parents, Billy and Linda King, and friends are creating this scholarship to honor his memory. This scholarship is for students intending to major in communication studies at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. This agreement supersedes the scholarship agreement of the same name signed in December 2004. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available interest generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate set by the university board of trustees. The award will be half in the fall semester and half in the spring semester. The recipient must successfully complete all course requirements to become a communication studies major. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability. The scholarship is renewable as long as the recipient meets the necessary criteria.
The Chairman of the Department of Communication Studies shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process approved by the dean. In accordance with university policy, the director of Financial Aid makes all disbursements. 

Purpose:

The Cape Fear Garden Club Scholarship, Inc fund is hereby established as a named fund within the Endowment of The University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The endowment will be funded at a $15,000 level payable with a$ 8,400 gift made in October 1994, and the balance to be paid with three years. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

Preference will be given to the following:
1.    The scholarship is to be awarded to a rising junior who has declared a major in biological sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences. The recipient must have at least a cumulative 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) on all work attempted at UNCW. The recipient must have successfully completed or be enrolled in a four-semester hour course in plant biology and, also, be willing to contribute to the operations of the Bluethenthal Wildflower Preserve or other suitable program as determined by the chairman of the Biological Sciences department. 
2.    The recipient shall be selected by a committee determined by The Chairman of Biological Sciences Department. The scholarship is intended to reward academic achievers who, in the opinion, of the committee will best continue an interest in Botany. 
3.    The annual scholarship award will depend on the balances in the scholarship's income fund.

Statements of the endowment fund will be furnished on an annual basis along with information on the recipient. 

Purpose:

The Cape Fear Jazz Society Scholarship in Music is hereby created as a named fund at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by The Cape Fear Jazz Society who wishes to foster jazz education. The scholarship will be used to assist students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Music degree offered by the Department of Music with a concentration in Jazz Studies. This agreement supersedes the one by the same name, originally dated June 27, 2001.

Criteria & Award Amount:

The Department of Music shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated special achievement in the area of study of jazz instrumental performance and/ or composition. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with an interest in pursuing a degree offered by the Department of Music with a concentration in Jazz Studies. The award may be given to undergraduate students. The scholarship may be renewed for returning students at the discretion of the award authority, provided they continue to meet the award criteria.

The Provost has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the 
award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be 
awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university 
policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 

The target award amount will be $750. If excess funds beyond the target award amount are available, the award amount may be increased or additional awards may be made in accordance with the minimum scholarship amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters; however, exceptions may be made at the discretion of the award authority. 
 

Purpose:
The Carole M. Sims Memorial Scholarship is hereby created as an annually funded scholarship at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Tue scholarship is being created by Mr. David B. Sims through the Community Foundation of Southeastern North Carolina in memory of Carole M. Sims and will be used to assist students majoring in education at the Watson School. 
Criteria and Award Amount:
The recipient must be a fulltime student. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and extra­curricular activity with preference given to a junior or senior. Tue recipient should have a minimum 3.0 GPA and should provide the committee a resume. Preference should be given to a student who has not participated in study abroad. 
The Watson School of Education shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process approved by the dean. In accordance with university policy, the director of financial aid makes all disbursements. 

Purpose:
The Carolyn B. and Joseph F. Augustine Scholarship is hereby authorized as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Joe and Carolyn Augustine are creating the endowment in memory of Hetty Bishop Muldoon, RN and in appreciation for their family's significant involvement in nursing over many years and with the realization that nursing care is critical to the citizens of this country. It is the intent of the donors to create a merit-based scholarship for students attending the UNCW School of Nursing. 

Criteria & Award Amount:
The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available interest generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate set by the university board of trustees. The award will be half in the fall and half in the spring semester. 

The recipient must have been accepted into the UNCW School of Nursing and have demonstrated a commitment to the nursing profession. The scholarship is considered a merit  scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability. 

The UNCW School of Nursing shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process approved by the Dean. In accordance with university policy the Director of Financial Aid makes all disbursements. 

Purpose:
The Cathy L. Barlow Intern Scholarship in Education is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by the UNCW Department of Education in honor of Cathy L. Barlow to assist students entering their internship semester in the Watson School of Education. Dr. Barlow, currently serving as UNCW Interim Provost, is a well-respected and outstanding educational leader and formerly served as the Dean of the Watson School of Education. 

Criteria and Award Amount:
The scholarship is considered a merit-based scholarship, with need as a secondary factor, and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. The scholarship is available to all students entering their internship semester in the Watson School of Education. The recipient must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2. 7. 
The Watson School of Education shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process approved by the Dean. In accordance with university policy the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 
Once endowed, the scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available interest generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate set by the university Board of Trustees. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. The award may be split among deserving students at the discretion of the award authority. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW. 

Purpose:
The Champion McDowell Davis Scholarship was established in 1989 as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina Wilmington. The scholarship was created by the Champion McDowell Davis Charitable Foundation as a memorial to Champion McDowell Davis, who, having served both as president of Atlantic Coast Line Railroad and a member of the first board of trustees at Wilmington College, was one of Wilmington's preeminent business and civic leaders. This agreement supersedes the scholarship agreement of the same name signed May 1989, the amendment to said agreement signed April 2005, and the annually funded Champion McDowell Davis Nursing Scholarship signed April 2005. 

Criteria and Award Amount:
This merit scholarship is available to students enrolled in the School of Nursing who are permanent residents of North Carolina. The recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability in accordance with the university's criteria for the award of merit scholarships. Preference will be given to students with financial need, students with a history of community service, students with leadership potential, students from southeastern North Carolina, and students interested in practicing in southeastern North Carolina following graduation. The scholarship is renewable for a second year to students who maintain satisfactory academic progress. 

The School of Nursing shall select the recipient using a committee structure or process approved by the Dean. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Financial Aid and Veterans Services makes all disbursements. 

The Charles F. Green, Jr. Fellowship was established by Charles F. Green, III to honor his father. It is a merit-based scholarship and the recipient must be a graduate student of history working toward a Master‘s degree. Recipients may reapply if their academic performance is competitive with that of other candidates for the scholarship.

Purpose:
The Charlotte Emily (Billie) Burney Memorial Scholarship is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is the result of gifts by friends and family to honor Billie Burney' s memory and will be used to assist the School of Nursing in recruiting and retaining high ability students. Known to all as a very caring person, Billie received her nursing training at the James Walker Memorial Hospital School of Nursing, which included classes at Wilmington College, in 1964. She continued her education at North Carolina Baptist Hospital (Bowman Gray) to become a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. 
Criteria and Award Amount:
The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available interest generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate set by the university Board of Trustees. The award will be half in the fall and half in the spring semester. 
The recipient must have been accepted into the School of Nursing. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability. 
The School of Nursing shall select the rec1p1ent using whatever committee structure or process is approved by the Dean. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Financial Aid makes all disbursements. 

 Penn Family Scholarship (PS)
$15,000 (awards vary from $1000-$3000/ student up to total school allocation)

2024-2025
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible to receive the Penn Scholarship award, the students listed on the roster must meet the following criteria:
• must be a resident of Rockingham County
• meet the requirements and determined an NC resident
• demonstrate financial need as determined by Federal Methodology to cover at least the amount of the award
• be enrolled full-time or part-time as an undergraduate student attending one of the 16 campuses of the UNC system in a degree granting curriculum
• must be making Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) as defined by the institution`s policy

Purpose:

The Christopher Gould Fellowship in English is hereby created as a named endowment fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The fellowship is being created by Charles F. Green, III in honor of Dr. Christopher Gould, a distinguished member of the faculty of the UNCW Department of English, whose unpretentious nature and genial personality have endeared him to his colleagues. Throughout his 25-year-plus tenure at UNCW, his dedication has been exemplary, especially during his eight years as chair of the Department of English and in his role as Director of the UNCW Center for Faculty Leadership. Most significant was his development of the fledgling professional writing program by recruiting numerous excellent faculty to meet the increasing student demand for more courses in this field. Through his tireless advocacy, professional writing now has a strong certificate program, making it the largest option in the English major. The fellowship will be used to assist students interested in pursuing a graduate degree offered by the UNCW Department of English. This gift agreement supersedes the Alton Yates Lennon Graduate Fellowship gift agreement dated November 4, 1997. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The Department of English shall serve as award authority and select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. The fellowship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with an interest in pursuing a graduate degree offered by the Department of English. The fellowship will be awarded to graduate students. The fellowship may be renewed for returning students at the discretion of the award authority, provided they continue to meet the award criteria. 

The Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donor as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 

The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available earnings generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate adopted by the university Board of Trustees, not to exceed the cost of attendance at UNCW for an in-state student. The award may not be split, however additional awards may be made, based on available funding. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. 

Purpose:
The Claude H. Farrell Scholarship in Business is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by Mrs. Linda Farrell, the Department of Economics and Finance, and family and friends of Claude Farrell. It is the intent of the donor that the scholarship be used to assist a student who exemplifies Dr. Farrell's support of the ideals of a free-market economy. The scholarship will be used to assist students interested in pursuing an undergraduate degree offered by the Cameron School of Business in the areas of economics or finance. 
Criteria and Award Amount:
The Cameron School of Business shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. The recipient must have been admitted to the Cameron School of Business with an interest in pursuing a degree in the areas of economics and finance.
The Dean has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 
The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available interest generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate set by the university Board of Trustees. The award may be split among deserving students at the discretion of the award authority and in accordance with the minimum scholarship award amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. In addition, all award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW. 

Purpose:
The Ivancevich/Collins Scholarship is hereby created by Drs. Dan and Susan Ivancevich as an annually-funded scholarship at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created in memory of Victor G. Collins who passed away on January 1, 2003, and it is intended to assist students in the Masters of Accountancy Program. This agreement supersedes the original agreement known as the Victor G. Collins Scholarship created in July 2003. 
Criteria:
The recipient must have been accepted into the Masters of Accountancy Program. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected based on academic ability, as evidenced by a minimum of a 3.0 GPA, and demonstrated extra­curricular involvement in community activities. 
The Department of Accountancy and Business Law shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process is approved by the Dean. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 

Purpose:
The Computer Science Chairs Scholarship is authorized as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The fund will be endowed with a bequest gift from Barbara Ann Greim, former Chair of the Department of Computer Science.  An annually funded scholarship exists with the same name.  Upon receipt of the estate gift, the criteria outlined below will serve as the criteria of the scholarship.  The scholarship will be used to assist undergraduate and/or graduate students majoring in Computer Science.
Criteria and award Amount: 
            The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available interest generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate set by the university board of trustees.  The award will be disbursed to the recipient(s) half in the fall and half in the spring semester.
The recipient must be a Computer Science major at UNCW and can be an undergraduate or graduate student.  Graduate students must have completed at least one regular semester at UNCW to be eligible for consideration.  The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability. Additional criteria include:

1. the minimum for each undergraduate award shall be $1,000;
2. the maximum award for an undergraduate recipient shall be the amount of undergraduate in-state tuition and fees at UNCW for the upcoming academic year;
3. the maximum award for a graduate recipient shall be the amount of graduate in-state tuition and fees at UNCW for the upcoming academic year;
4. all annual undergraduate awards shall be for the same amount;
5. all graduate awards shall be for the same amount and may differ from undergraduate awards.

            The Chair of the Department of Computer Science shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process approved by the Dean.  In addition, the Chair shall determine the number of recipients and the dollar amount of awards each year subject to the funds available.  In accordance with university policy, the Director of Financial Aid makes all disbursements.  If UNCW ceases to offer a major in Computer Science, the donor wishes this scholarship to be awarded annually to one or more recipients selected by the Dean on the basis of demonstrated academic ability regardless of major.

 

Purpose:
The Daniel W. Desmond Endowment is intended to provide academic scholarships to students attending the University of North Carolina at Wilmington in the Cameron School of Business. The Daniel W. Desmond Endowed Scholarship will be awarded annually. Because the scholarship is renewable contingent on continuing satisfactory academic progress, a new recipient may not be named each year. The same recipient may receive this scholarship for a period of time not to exceed two years.
Criteria & Award Amount:
The Daniel W. Desmond Endowed Scholarship is planned as a future named fund within the Endowment of The University of North Carolina at Wilmington. This Endowment will be created and funded with a planned gift that represents a portion of Daniel W. Desmond's Individual Retirement Account. The Cameron School of Business is to receive one-third of the total account which would result in approximately $120,000 to the university based on the December 1999 account value. The Daniel W. Desmond Endowed Scholarship will be awarded to a rising junior, senior, or graduate student who will be accepted in the Cameron School of Business.
Preference will be given to the following:
a.    The scholarship is subject to the criteria and guidelines adopted by the Cameron School of Business.
b.    At least one scholarship shall be awarded annually; the amount of which shall be determined based on funds available and with reference to an amount equal to in­state tuition and fees. If income from the endowment is sufficient, multiple scholarships may be awarded, without invading the principal.
c.    The Daniel W. Desmond Endowed Scholarship shall be awarded annually to a rising junior, senior, or graduate student who will be accepted in the Cameron School of Business. The recipient of the scholarship will be a deserving student of high, demonstrated scholastic ability, need, strong character, and be supported by recommendations from the faculty of the Cameron School of Business.
d.    The selection shall be made by a scholarship committee, chaired by the Dean of the Cameron School of Business, or his designee, and will include a representative of the Financial Aid office and other members as the Dean may appoint.

Purpose:

The David Andrew Seel Scholarship in Business is hereby created as a named fund at the 
University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by David and Elizabeth Seel in· 
memory of their beloved son, Andy. Andy was the sort of person who could have attended college 
anywhere, but chose UNCW. He received wonderful attention from his professors and an excellent 
education at UNCW. Although not part of the award criteria, it is the hope of the donors that the recipient be of high moral character and integrity and have parents born in the United States of America. The scholarship will be used to assist students interested in pursuing a degree offered by the Cameron School of Business. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The Cameron School of Business shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. The recipient must have completed at least their freshman year and be in pursuit of a degree offered by the Cameron School of Business. The recipient must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2. Financial need will be a secondary consideration. The scholarship will be awarded to undergraduate students. In addition, the scholarship is renewable providing the recipient continues to meet the criteria for award. 

The Dean of the Cameron School of Business has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria contained in this section. In the event that rio applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements.

The target scholarship award amount will be $1,500. If excess funds beyond the target award amount are available, the scholarship award amount may be increased or additional awards may be made in accordance with the minimum scholarship amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. 

Purpose:

The David W. and Anne B. Pearsall Scholarship is a named endowment fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship was created by Col. David W. Pearsall and Anne B. Pearsall in order to support high ability students graduating from Pender County high schools. From the signature date of this document, the scholarship will be used to assist students pursuing a degree offered by the University of North Carolina Wilmington who have been accepted into the Honors College. This agreement supersedes the original agreement by the same name dated March 4, 1996. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The Honors College shall serve as award authority and select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Director of the Honors College. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship, and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. The scholarship will be given to students who have graduated from a Pender County high school, and have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and be accepted into the Honors College. The scholarship may be awarded to undergraduate students only. The scholarship may be renewed for returning students at the discretion of the award authority, provided they continue to meet the award criteria. 

The Director of the Honors College has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will not be awarded. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 

The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available earnings generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate adopted by the university Board of Trustees. The target award amount will be tuition and fees. The award may be split among deserving students at the discretion of the award authority and in accordance with the minimum scholarship award amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters; however, exceptions may be made at the discretion of the award authority. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming at least 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW. 

Revised Agreement as of 4/19/2022: 

Purpose:
The Delta Kappa Gamma Scholarship (Theta Chapter) is hereby created as a named endowment fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by the Delta Kappa Gamma Society (Theta Chapter). The scholarship will be used to assist students pursuing a degree offered by the Watson College of Education at UNCW. 

Criteria and Award Amount: 
The Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid in consultation with the Watson College of Education shall serve as award authority and select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean of the Watson College of Education. The scholarship is considered a need-based scholarship with merit as a secondary consideration. The recipient will be selected on financial need as determined by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and be pursuing a degree offered by the Watson College of Education. The scholarship may be awarded to undergraduate or graduate students. The scholarship may be renewed for returning students at the discretion of the award authority, provided they continue to meet the award criteria. 

The Dean of the Watson College of Education has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 

The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available earnings generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate adopted by the university Board of Trustees. The award may be split among deserving students at the discretion of the award authority and in accordance with the minimum scholarship award amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 18-24 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW. 

Purpose:
The UNCW Department of Music Artistic Talent Scholarship is hereby created as an annually funded scholarship at the University of North Carolina Wilmington.  The scholarship is being created by the Department of Music to recruit and retain talented students for the music department’s performance groups in order to maintain a balanced student population for various musical endeavors, such as large ensembles, chamber music, and accompanying, among others.
Criteria:           
The award is a talent-based music scholarship.  The recipient must have been accepted for admission to UNCW, and have indicated a commitment to major in music.  The scholarship is renewable, (the recipient must reapply for the award each year), and the following conditions must be maintained:

1. Full-time (minimum 12-hours) music major status

2. Participation is required in performing ensembles according to departmental needs as assigned by the ensembles director in consultation with the candidate’s applied instructor

3. A minimum 3.0 in all music courses, and a minimum 2.7 overall GPA

4. Maintain acceptable class attendance, and demonstrate artistic growth, performance, and attitude as determined by the faculty of the music department. 

Application is made by the student each year and will include the Department of Music Scholarship application, as well as two letters or recommendation from current music instructors.  The department chair shall select the recipient based upon recommendations of the applied faculty, as well as ensembles directors’ personnel needs.  In accordance with university policy, the Director of Financial Aid and Veterans Services makes all disbursements.

Purpose:
The Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures Academic Scholarship is hereby created as an annually funded scholarship at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by the faculty and staff of the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures. The minimum award amount will be $500 and can be increased if funding allows. In addition, if funds allow, multiple scholarships may be awarded.

Criteria:
The Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Department Chair. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement Other criteria include:

1. The recipient must be a full-time student
2. The recipient must have completed a minimum of 24 semester hours at UNCW at the time of application.
3. The recipient must have an overall GPA of 3.0 and a minimum GPA of 3.3 in foreign language coursework.
4. The recipient also must have taken at least one intermediate level foreign language class at UNCW.

In addition, preference will he given to students with a declared major in a foreign language. However, as funding allows, students who have demonstrated an earnest interest in languages in which the university does not offer a major may be eligible. The Department Chair has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Financial Aid and Veterans Services makes all disbursements.

Purpose:
The Derick G.S. Davis Scholarship is hereby created as an annually funded scholarship at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by the UNCW Department of Health, Physical Education and Recreation and Ms. Vickie Parker in honor of Derick G.S. Davis, Assistant Professor Emeritus, who initiated the development of the Parks & Recreation Management Program in 1971, while he was serving as Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Wilmington. As an adjunct faculty member, he developed and taught the first course in recreation in 1971 and then went on to become a full time faculty member of the Department of Health, Physical Education and Recreation, earning Assistant Professor Emeritus status at UNCW in 1983. 
This scholarship is being created to continue the legacy of excellence Mr. Davis instilled in the department in the Parks & Recreation Management Program. The intent of the scholarship is to recognize and award high ability students majoring in either Parks & Recreation Management or Therapeutic Recreation. 
Criteria and Award Amount:
The recipient must be a major in either Parks & Recreation Management or Therapeutic Recreation. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and a minimum of a GPA of 3.2 in the major. Consideration will be given to evidence of leadership and service 
The Department of Health, Physical Education & Recreation shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process approved by the Department Chair. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Financial Aid makes all disbursements. The scholarship may be renewed at the discretion of the selection committee. The first award is scheduled to be given in the 2002-2003 academic year. 

The Donald R. Watson College of Education Scholarships are awarded to students who have been accepted into the Watson School of Education or as a UNCW Teaching Fellow. The award is based on merit.

The Donald R. Watson Honor Scholarship is restricted to UNCW students who graduated from a North Carolina high school. Recipients are selected on the basis of leadership potential and academic achievement. The award is for one year; however, the student may reapply contingent on academic performance. The award is based on merit.

 

Purpose:
The Dorothy L. and Kenneth H. Bishop Scholarship in Nursing is hereby created as an annually funded scholarship at the University of North Carolina Wilmington.  The scholarship is being created by Dorothy Bishop and her husband Kenneth.  As a member of the UNCW Nurse Advocate Board, Mrs. Bishop wants to support the mission of the UNCW School of Nursing to encourage stimulating intellectual curiosity, creativity, and reflective practice through strong collaborative partnerships for our future nurses.  It is the wish of the donors for the recipient to exhibit the qualities of caring, dedication and a strong work ethic.  The minimum award amount will be $750 and can be increased if funding allows.  In addition, if funds allow, multiple scholarships may be awarded.

Purpose:
The Dorothy P. Marshall Scholarship is hereby authorized as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by Mrs. Dorothy P. Marshall to support UNC Wilmington in its efforts to provide merit scholarship assistance to deserving students in the Watson School of Education. 
Criteria:
The recipient must have been formally accepted into the Watson School of Education at UNC Wilmington pursuing an undergraduate degree in education. The scholarship recipient will be selected based on merit. 
A faculty/staff committee appointed by the Dean of the Watson School of Education shall select the recipient using merit as the criteria. The selection committee shall define merit eligibility. In accordance with university policy, the director of financial aid makes all disbursements. 

Purpose:

The Douglas D. Smith Scholarship in Mathematics and Statistics is hereby created as a named endowment fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by Douglas D. Smith. Douglas D. Smith came to UNCW in 1983 as a full professor and Chair of the Department of Mathematical Sciences. He served as department chair for the following 16 years. As a respected mathematician and educator, Dr. Smith was a highly effective teacher and provided excellent leadership and service to the UNCW community throughout his career. The scholarship will be used to assist students interested in pursuing a degree offered by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. Financial need will be a secondary consideration. The recipient must be majoring in a degree program offered by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. The scholarship will be awarded to undergraduate students. The scholarship may be renewed for returning students at the discretion of the award authority, provided they continue to meet the award criteria. It is the intent of the donor that if departmental structures are realigned, this scholarship shall remain with the administrative unit that oversees the discipline of Mathematics. All continuing undergraduate students majoring in degree programs offered by that unit shall be eligible for the award. 

The Chair of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 

The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available earnings generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate adopted by the university Board of Trustees. The award may be split among deserving students at the discretion of the award authority and in accordance with the minimum scholarship award amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW. 

Purpose:
The Dr: Andrew Clark Memorial Scholarship in History is hereby created as a named fund at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Dr. Andrew Clark, who earned his BA at Columbia and his Ph. D. at Michigan State, taught African history at UNCW from 1990 until his untimely death at the age of 56 at the end of 2010. A Peace Corps veteran and a past president of the Third World Studies Association, Dr. Clark was committed to an undergraduate education that challenged students and inspired them to think globally. Out of profound respect for his dedication to teaching and love of learning, this scholarship is being established by the History Department at the undergraduate level in Andrew Clark's memory as a tribute to his character and career. The scholarship will be used to assist students interested in pursuing a degree offered by the Department of History at UNCW.
Criteria and Award Amount:
The Department of History shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with an interest in pursuing a degree offered by the Department of History. The scholarship will be awarded to undergraduate students. The scholarship may be renewed for returning students at the discretion of the award authority, provided they continue to meet the award criteria.
The Dean has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements.
Until the scholarship is endowed, the target scholarship award amount will be $1,000. Once endowed, the scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available interest generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate set by the university Board of Trustees. The award may be split among deserving students at the discretion of the award authority and in accordance with the minimum scholarship award amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the rust fall semester coming 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW.

Purpose:

The Gerald S. Rosselot Scholarship in English is hereby created as a named endowment fund at The University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by Nancy Rosselot, in memory of her husband, Dr. Gerald S. Rosselot. Dr. Rosselot came to Wilmington College 19 59 and retired as Associate Professor Emeritus in 1990. Dr. Rosselot was a member of the Order of Issac Bear and was dedicated to helping students achieve their academic and professional goals. The scholarship will be used to assist students interested in pursuing a degree offered by the Department of English. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The Department of English shall serve as the award authority and select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. Financial need will be a secondary consideration. The recipient must be a senior majoring in a degree program offered by the Department of English. 

The Chair of the Department of English has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 

The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available earnings generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate adopted by the university Board of Trustees. The award may be split among deserving students at the discretion of the award authority and in accordance with the minimum scholarship award amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW.  

Purpose:

The Dr. Howard S. Rasheed Scholarship in Management is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created in memory of Dr. Rasheed, a respected faculty member in the Management Department of the Cameron School of Business. Dr. Rasheed was a great supporter of his peers and students in their pursuit of entrepreneurship and strategic innovation and its impact on personal and professional success. His commitment to collaborative thinking and passion for progress made him a beloved and respected colleague and mentor to the UNCW family. The scholarship will be used to assist the university in meeting its commitment to maintaining a campus environment that values a rich diversity in its student body. The university's current definition of diversity includes, but is not limited to race, sex, age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), creed, religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran's status, gender, educational. disadvantage, socio-economic circumstances, language, and history of overcoming adversity. This gift agreement supersedes the Institute for Innovation Scholarship annually funded gift agreement dated March 31, 2008. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The Department of Management shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean of the Cameron School of Business. The Director of the Upperman African American Cultural Center shall be given the opportunity to provide input into the selection process. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and be pursuing a degree offered by the Department of Management. The scholarship shall be awarded to an undergraduate student in the Department of Management, with preference being given to a rising senior displaying an interest in entrepreneurship. Special consideration will be given to students who have demonstrated experience in or commitment to working with underserved or underprivileged populations, who have overcome obstacles such as socioeconomic or educational disadvantage or disabilities, who are first-generation in their family to attend college, or who have a record of community involvement and demonstrated leadership in working with historically underrepresented populations. 

The Dean of the Cameron School of Business has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 

The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available earnings generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate adopted by the university Board of Trustees. The award may be split among deserving students at the discretion of the award authority and in accordance with the minimum scholarship award amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. In addition, all award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW.  

Purpose:
The James R. Leutze Merit Scholarship is hereby created as a named endowment fund within the Endowment of the Foundation of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, Inc. The scholarship is being created by the Board of Directors of the Foundation of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, Inc. in recognition of, and appreciation for, Chancellor Leutze's thirteen years of service to the University of North Carolina Wilmington. The scholarship will be used to assist incoming freshmen and the recipients shall be known as Leutze Scholars. The agreements supersedes the agreements by the same names originally dated February 16, 2007 and January 29, 2013.

Criteria and Award Amount:
The Honors College shall serve as award authority and select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Director. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. The recipient must be a resident of North Carolina and have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and be pursuing a degree offered by the university. The scholarship shall be awarded to undergraduate students. The scholarship may be renewed for returning students at the discretion of the award authority, provided they continue to meet the award criteria. Candidates for the scholarship will be selected from the applications for admission received by the November 1 application deadline.

The Provost has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements.

The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available earnings generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate adopted by the university Board of Trustees. The award may be split among deserving students at the discretion of the award authority and in accordance with the minimum scholarship award amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters; however, exceptions may be made at the discretion of the award authority. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming at least 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW.

Purpose:

The Dr. James W. Dickie Scholarship in Nursing is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by Mrs. Gladys M. Dickie in memory of her husband, Dr. James Dickie. Dr. Dickie was born in Wilmington in 1916. He graduated from the University of Virginia Medical School in 1942, and married Gladys in December of that year. He would complete his residency in Wheeling, West Virginia before serving his country in Europe during World War II. Dr. and Mrs. Dickie returned to Wilmington in 1946, where he practiced general surgery and in 1964 served as president of the New Hanover/Pender Medical Society. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The School of Nursing shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. Financial need will be a secondary consideration. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina Wilmington with an indicated interest in pursuing a degree in nursing. The Dean of the School of Nursing has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Financial Aid makes all disbursements. 

 

Purpose:
The Dr. Lynne Reeder and Dr. Earl Sheridan Merit Scholarship is a named fund at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship was created by the Black Faculty and Staff Association (BFSA) in honor of former members Dr. B. Lynne Reeder and Dr. Earl Sheridan. This scholarship is intended to be used to assist the university in meeting its commitment to maintaining a campus environment that values a rich diversity in its student body. The university's current definition of diversity includes, but is not limited to race, sex, age, color, national origin 
(including ethnicity), creed, religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran's status, gender, educational disadvantage, socio-economic circumstances, language, and history of overcoming adversity. This agreement supersedes the UNCW Black Faculty and Staff Association Merit Scholarship agreement originally dated May 12, 2009. 

Criteria and Award Amount:
A committee designated by the BFSA, to include representation from the Upperman Center, shall select the recipient using any structure or process deemed appropriate by the Provost. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The award may be given to incoming freshmen as well as to those already pursuing a course off study and may be renewed at the discretion of the award authority. Special consideration will be given to students who have demonstrated experience in or commitment to working with the African American community. 
The Provost has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 
The target award amount will be $500 per student. If excess funds beyond the target award amount are available, the award amount may be increased or additional awards may be made in accordance with the minimum scholarship amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters; however, exceptions may be granted at the discretion of the award authority. 

Purpose:

The Dr. Ralph W. Brauer Fellowship is hereby authorized as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created through the estate of Dr. Brauer. It is intended to assist students enrolled in one of the graduate programs of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The total amount available for awards will be equal to the full available interest generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate set by the university board of trustees. The recipient( s) must have been formally accepted into one of the graduate programs at UNCW. The fellowship is intended to provide financial support to one or more graduate student to assist with either tuition and fees, books, publications or research travel as determined the dean of the graduate school. A committee appointed by the dean will recommend recipients and the amount to be awarded. The dean of the graduate school will have approval authority for the award. The income account will be under the control of the dean of the graduate school. 
 

MOU Dated for 09/01/2023
The donor has requested that the above-named scholarship award amount be $1,000 per year
until the year 2030 in order to ensure the continued growth of the original endowment.
Preference will be given to an honorably discharged or retired military veteran of the United
States Armed Forces, majoring in Philosophy and Religion.

Purpose:
The Dr. Sankey L. Blanton Scholarship was established in the Philosophy and Religion Department by Sankey L. Blanton III. This scholarship is given to a military veteran in the department based on financial need, academic merit, leadership, and character.

Criteria & Award Amount:
The recipient of the Dr. Sankey L. Blanton Scholarship shall be selected by The University of North Carolina at Wilmington Director of Financial Aid upon recommendation of a committee within the department of Philosophy and Religion. This committee shall be made of three members of the department, the Director of Financial Aid, and a representative of the Dean Of the College of Arts and Sciences. This scholarship may be renewed if the recipient meets university standards for continuation and the committee recommends continuation after reviewing other nominees and applicants. 

MOU Dated for 09/01/2023
The donor has requested that the above-named scholarship award amount be $1,000 per year
until the year 2030 in order to ensure the continued growth of the original endowment.
Preference will be given to an honorably discharged or retired military veteran of the United
States Armed Forces, majoring in Philosophy and Religion.

1/24/2020
It is the intent of Sankey L. Blanton III, originator of and donor to the above-named scholarship fund, to increase its endowment over the course of the next five years. To that end, a pledge for $25,000 has been established, which is to be paid in $5,000 installments over the next 5 years. In order to ensure the continued growth of the original endowment, as well as to allow for further income growth as a result of this pledge, the donor requests that the scholarship award amount be no more than $1,000 per year over the next ten years.

Purpose:
The Dr. T. Earl Allen Scholarship exists as a named endowment fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship has been created by family, friends and colleagues of Dr. Earl Allen, Dr. Allen's service to University of North Carolina Wilmington spanned over 30 years. His contributions to the School of Health and Applied Human Sciences, including the establishment of the exercise physiology lab, were essential in the growth and development of the physical education and exercise science programs. The scholarship will be used to assist students who are pursuing degrees offered by the School of Health and Applied Human Sciences in health and physical education or exercise science. This gift agreement supersedes the gift agreement of the same name dated September 3, 1996.

Criteria and Award Amount:
The School of Health and Applied Human Sciences shall serve as award authority and select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. The recipient must be majoring in health and physical education or exercise science in the School of Health and Applied Human Sciences. The scholarship shall be awarded to undergraduate students. The scholarship may be renewed for returning students at the discretion of the award authority, provided they continue to meet the award criteria.
The Director of the School of Health and Applied Human Sciences has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements.
The scholarship award amount will be at the discretion of the award authority and may be equal to the full available earnings generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate adopted by the university Board ofTrustees. The award may be not be split. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW.

Purpose:
The Earl Bernard Wilson Scholarship is hereby authorized as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina Wilmington.  The scholarship is being created through the estate of Earl Bernard Wilson and is intended to assist a student who has declared a major in physics.  The endowment will be created by a $15,000 gift made through his estate.  Family and friends may add additional gifts.

Criteria:       
The recipient must be a currently enrolled student and one that has declared a major in physics.  The scholarship recipient must be a married student who is classified as a North Carolina resident for tuition purposes.  The primary consideration is need as determined by the office of Financial Aid and Veterans Services.  The recipient must have at least a 2.50 GPA on all work attempted at UNCW.  If a married physics major who is a North Carolina resident cannot be identified, secondary consideration may be given to a married math major with all of the existing criteria remaining the same.
The director of financial aid & veterans services office shall determine eligible recipients using the criteria specified and make the award to the applicant with the most need.  If two or more candidates equally qualify for the award, the chairman of the physics department shall select the recipient from among those candidates.  In accordance with university policy, the director of financial aid & veterans services office makes all disbursements.

Purpose:

The Godwin family established the Eddie Godwin III Memorial Scholarship in memory of Mr. Eddie Godwin III.

Criteria & Award Amount:

The scholarship is general purpose financial aid and not restricted for any department or discipline. The scholarship is restricted to a graduate of New Hanover High School. The recipient's selection should be based on proven financial need as determined by the Financial Aid Director. The recipient must have shown evidence of self help. The recipient must have at least a "C" average in high school work and must maintain at least a 2.0 GPA in university work to remain eligible. It is intended that the scholarship pay in-state tuition and fees if the earnings allow. The award should be divided between the Fall and Spring semesters. While athletic participation is not essential in determining the recipient, consideration may be given to an applicant who participates in some level of high school athletics. 

Purpose:

The fund shall be known as the Edith Graham Toms Scholarship Fund and is established by her brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews in her memory. This scholarship fund recognizes and encourages academic excellence among students attending The University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Recipients of the scholarships shall be known as Edith Graham Toms Scholars. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

Recipients shall be graduate(s) of an accredited high school and enrolled in The University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Recipients must be admitted to the School of Nursing or expressed an intent to pursue a career in nursing. Recipients shall be selected based on academic achievement, and a demonstrated desire to assist their fellowman through the delivery of medical services. The selection committee may consider financial need as an additional criterion. The scholarships shall be restricted to undergraduate students and will be awarded the beginning of fall semester 1988. Recipients will be considered for continuations of the stipend if they maintain the academic standards required to receive the scholarship. The scholarships shall be valued at the in-state tuition and fees listed in the university catalogue in effect for that year plus books and other necessary academic expenses. One half of the in-state scholarship shall be awarded at the beginning of each semester by being credited to the student's account.  

 

Purpose:

The Eleanor Boyd Wright Scholarship in Special Education is hereby created as a named endowment fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship will be established with a gift to the university by retired UNCW employee Eleanor Boyd Wright, Ph.D. Dr. Wright had over 38 years of distinguished service on the faculty at UNCW working in the Watson College of Education. The scholarship will be used to assist Special Education majors in the Watson College of Education. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The Watson College of Education shall serve as award authority and select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. Preference will be given to students who have demonstrated a commitment to education of children and youth with intellectual and/ or developmental disabilities. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and have been admitted to the Watson College of Education Teacher Education program majoring in special education or seeking initial teacher licensure in an area of special education. The scholarship may be renewed for returning students at the discretion of the award authority. provided they continue to meet the award criteria. 

The Dean of the Watson College of Education has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria. the scholarship will not be awarded and earnings will be carried forward for future recipients. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 

The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available eamings generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate adopted by the university Board of Trustees. The award may be split among deserving students at the discretion of the award authority and in accordance with the minimum scholarship award amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW. 

Purpose:

The Eliza Collins Scholarship was established by Mrs. Eliza Collins for UNCW students, and is awarded annually by the Financial Aid Office to undergraduate students based on financial need and merit. The award amounts may vary based on income.

Criteria & Award Amount:

 

Purpose:

The Ellen G. Wilson Scholarship in Marine Biology is hereby created as a named fund at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by Ellen Wilson and will be available to students seeking a degree in Marine Biology. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

This scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. Financial need shall be a secondary consideration. Preference may be given to returning students, provided they meet the criteria. The recipient must have a 3.0 overall GPA.

The Chair of the Department of Biology and Marine Biology shall select the recipient using any process deemed appropriate by the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Financial Aid & Veterans Services makes all disbursements. 
 

 Purpose:
The Ernest A. Swain Endowed Scholarship is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina Wilmington.  This scholarship is being created by the Omicron Alpha Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity to honor Ernest A. Swain, the man, his profession, and his service to the New Hanover County community.  This scholarship will be used to assist in attracting freshmen students who are interested in studying any field, who are from diverse populations who have graduated from the New Hanover, Brunswick or Pender County School System.
Criteria:       
The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability dependent upon a minimum 2.5 GPA.   The student selected for this scholarship will reflect the superior qualities and characteristics embodied in Mr. Ernest Swain through his decades of selfless leadership in the African American community where he served as educator and school administrator who fought for excellence in education for young people of all ages.  The recipient will have demonstrated leadership through volunteer community service in the African American community where he/she lived.
The Office of Admissions shall select the recipient using the committee structure or process approved by the Director of Admissions.  A representative of the Omicron Alpha Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity will serve on the selection committee under the guidance of the Office of Admissions.  The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available interest generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate set by the university board of trustees.  The award will be one-half in the fall and one-half in the spring semester.  In accordance with university policy the Director of Financial Aid and Veterans Services makes all disbursements.

The Ernest Stephen Prevost Scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student majoring in chemistry. The recipient is selected based on demonstrated financial need and proven academic ability. 

Purpose:
The Euran S. Daniels Scholarship is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina Wilmington.  The scholarship is being created by Mr. Euran S. Daniels to promote diversity and award academic merit.  These principles have been significant in the life experience of the donor, and he wishes to further them through the recipients of this scholarship.
Criteria and Award Amount:           
Scholarship consideration will be awarded to incoming freshmen who have expressed an interest in pursuing a degree in business.  Recipients shall be residents of North Carolina, or in-state or out-of-state transfer students who have been accepted for admission into the University of North Carolina Wilmington. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship, and applicants must meet a minimum 3.6 high school GPA to be considered.  The Office of Admissions may consider SAT or ACT scores and strength of academic programs (honors and advanced placement courses taken) as additional criteria. Selection of transfer student recipients will be based on GPA (minimum 3.0) and the number of credit hours completed upon entering UNCW.  The scholarship will cover tuition, books and fees as income permits.                
The Office of Admissions shall select the recipient using the committee structure or process approved by the Director of Admissions, and with input from the donor in the selection process.  In accordance with university policy the Director of Financial Aid and Veterans Services Office makes all disbursements.

Purpose:
The UNCW Faculty Merit Scholarship is hereby authorized as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington.  The scholarship is being created through unrestricted giving by faculty members to assist the university in recruiting academically talented students.  Recipients of this scholarship shall be known as Faculty Scholars.
Criteria:          
The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available interest generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate set by the university board of trustees.  The award will be half in the fall and half in the spring semester.
The recipient must be an active member of the Honors Program during the year(s) of the award. The director of the Honors Program will chair the selection committee. In accordance with university policy, the director of financial aid makes all disbursements. The scholarship is intended for incoming freshmen participating in the Honors Program.  It is renewable if the student remains in good standing with the Honors Program. A faculty mentoring opportunity will be provided as appropriate

Purpose:
The First Citizens Bank Scholarship is awarded annually to a student majoring in economics or finance. The scholarship is renewable, not to exceed two years, contingent on continuing satisfactory academic progress. Preference is given to a high school student from New Hanover or Pender Counties in North Carolina.
Criteria: 
Peoples Savings Bank, SSB gives, conveys and delivers to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington an educational institution, the amount of $25,000 to create a permanent endowment fund to be administered according to the following provisions. 
Preference will be given to the following: 
(a)    Students majoring in Economics or Finance.
(b)    Preference in awarding the scholarship will be given to a high school student from New Hanover or Pender, Counties in North Carolina.

Purpose:
The Forty and Eight Society Scholarship in Nursing has been created as a named endowment fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship was established by the Voiture #245 of La Societe des Quarante Hommes et Huit Chevaux, Veterans Honor Society. This scholarship expresses a commitment to the mission and purposes of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The local Forty and Eight Voiture 
#245 has a long history of supporting nursing scholarships to deserving local students enrolled in the UNCW School of Nursing. To date, Voiture #245 has awarded a total of 51 scholarships of $1,000 each. The Forty and Eight, Voiture #245 is very proud of the long-standing relationship with the UNCW School of Nursing. The scholarship is being established in memory of Voyageur Militaire John H. Mclnnis (former director of Voiture 245's Nurses Training Committee), Miss Dorothy Dixon (former director of the UNCW Nursing Department), and Harold Sternberger. The scholarship will be used to assist students interested in pursuing a degree offered by the School of Nursing. This gift agreement supersedes The Forty and Eight of the American Legion Nursing Scholarship gift agreement dated October 3, 2001.

Criteria and Award Amount:
The School of Nursing shall serve as award authority and select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean of the College of Health and Human Services. The Forty and Eight Nurse Scholarship Committee will be invited to participate in the selection process, as determined by the Director of the School of Nursing and the leadership of the Forty and Eight Nurse Scholarship Committee. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement, and must have a minimum GP A of 2.5. The recipients must be undergraduate nursing majors. The recipient must also have graduated from a high school in Brunswick, Bladen, Columbus, New Hanover or Pender counties or have resided in any of the aforementioned counties for _a minim.um of five years. The scholarship is automatically renewable for one year after the initial award (2 years maximum per recipient), provided the recipients continue to meet the award criteria. 
The Director of the School of Nursing has final approval as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, no award will be made. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements.
The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available earnings generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate adopted by the university Board of Trustees. The target award amount shall be $1,000 and endowment earnings in the spendable account shall be used to proviµe as many $1,000 scholarships as possible. The award amount must be in accordance with the minimum scholarship award amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. In the event a remaining balance exists in the spendable account after awards have been made, the University may reinvest the remainder in the endowment corpus. It is the intention and expectation of the Society that remaining funds be reinvested into the corpus to generate earnings for future awards. It is the university's practice to follow donor intent to the fullest extent possible. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW.

Purpose:

This find shall be known as the F.P. Fensel Memorial Scholarship Fund. This fund is being established as a named scholarship fund in the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. the purpose of this fund is to give financial assistance to a graduate student in marine biology at the University. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The scholarship is intended for a graduate student in marine Biology as selected by the faculty of the department based on merit. The eligibility requirements and experience will be established by the department also. At any given time there are no students that meet the established requirements the scholarship may be awarded to an undergraduate student in marine biology.

Purpose:
The Frank Capra, Jr. Scholarship in Film Studies is hereby created as a named fund at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by friends of Frank Capra, Jr. and the Department of Film Studies, in recognition of his contributions to the film industry in Wilmington and the Film Studies Department at UNCW. The scholarship will be used to assist students interested in pursuing a degree offered by the Department of Film Studies.
Criteria and Award Amount:
The Department of Film Studies shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. The recipient must be majoring in a degree offered by the Department of Film Studies. The scholarship shall be awarded to undergraduate students. The scholarship may be renewed for returning students at the discretion of the award authority, provided they continue to meet the award criteria.
The Chair of the Department of Film Studies has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements.
The target annual scholarship award amount will be $1,000. If excess funds beyond the target award amount are available, the scholarship award amount may be increased or additional awards may be made in accordance with the minimum scholarship amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters.

Purpose:

The Frank Dunne, Jr. Scholarship in Business exists as a named endowment fund with the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship was created by friends and colleagues in memory of Frank Dunne, Jr. The scholarship will be used to assist students pursuing a degree offered by the Cameron School of Business. This gift agreement supersedes the Frank Dunne, Jr. Memorial Scholarship gift agreement dated February 2, 1999.

Criteria & Award Amount:

The Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid shall serve as award authority and select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Provost. The scholarship is considered a need-based scholarship and the recipient will be selected on financial need as determined by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. Demonstrated academic ability and special achievement will be secondary considerations. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and the Cameron School of Business. The scholarship may be awarded to undergraduate or graduate students. The scholarship shall be awarded to a resident from any one of the seven southeastern North Carolina counties (Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, Duplin, New Hanover, Onslow, or Pender), and/or a transfer student from a community college within any of these counties. The scholarship may be renewed for returning students at the discretion of the award authority, provided they continue to meet the award criteria.

The Director of the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid has ultimate discretion to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with the university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 

The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available earnings generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate adopted by the university Board of Trustees. The award may not be split. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in y the fall and spring semesters.

Purpose:
The Franklin H. Allen Scholarship in Biology is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina Wilmington.  The scholarship was originally established by the Department of Biology in honor of the late associate professor Franklin H. Allen, who retired in 1981.  Dr. Allen joined the department in 1956 and was a major force in the development of the current Department of Biology and Marine Biology at the University of North Carolina Wilmington.  He served as department chair from 1959 to 1969 and received the UNCW Board of Trustees Teaching Excellence Award in 1979.  He served the university for twenty-six years and exemplified the spirit of scholarship and demonstrated a genuine interest in each student’s intellectual and creative development.  He gained the respect and admiration of the institution.  His contributions and dedicated service to higher education have been recognized and acknowledged with appreciation through the original establishment of this scholarship. His wife, Norma Allen, has committed to preserving the legacy of the Allen Scholarship through her family’s gifts to endow the fund. The scholarship will be used to assist students pursuing any degree offered by the Department of Biology and Marine Biology.

Criteria:
The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina Wilmington and have indicated a commitment to pursue a degree offered by the Department of Biology and Marine Biology.  Current Biology and Marine Biology majors are also eligible.  The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and other evidence of achievement. 
The Department of Biology and Marine Biology shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process approved by the Chair.  In accordance with university policy the Director of the Financial Aid and Veterans Services Office makes all disbursements.
 

Purpose:

The Gene T. and Elizabeth J. Fales Scholarship is being planned as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. This endowment was created by a gift of approximately $58,000, which was made through a transfer of stock to the university. This endowment is being created by Mr. and Mrs. Fales because of their appreciation of UNCW and in memory of Dr. Adrian Hurst and in honor or Dr. J. Marshall Crews, who were long-time faculty members and mentors. The scholarship is intended to support a student majoring in mathematics or pre-engineering. 

The Fales Scholarship will provide support to assist with tuition and fees and books for a full­time junior, senior, or graduate student who has declared a major in mathematics or a full-time student enrolled in the pre-engineering transfer program. The recipient may reapply for consideration but eligibility shall be limited to four semesters. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The department chair of mathematics and the director of the Two-Plus-Two Program (pre­-engineering) shall determine the recipient using whatever committee structure approved by them and the dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Because this scholarship has a need based component, the office of financial aid shall have a representative on the committee.
a.    The recipient must be a declared major in mathematics or pre-engineering.
b.    The recipient must have completed high school in North Carolina. Preference shall be given to students from either New Hanover, Brunswick, Guilford or Randolph counties.
c.    The recipient shall be chosen with need as a tint consideration and merit as a secondary consideration.
d.    The scholarship amounts will depend on the annual earnings of the endowment and the amounts being divided between the fall and spring semesters. It is intended to provide in-state tuition and fees, parking fees plus an allowance equal to 25% of the tuition and fees cost
e.    The scholarship may be continued based on satisfactory academic progress and at the discretion of the selection committee.
f.    An annual report on the Fales endowment market value shall be sent to Mr. and Mrs. Fales or to their children.

Purpose:

The Dolores and Gerald Edward Green Scholarship is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. This scholarship was initiated by a gift of $10,000 from Mrs. Dolores N. Green on August 25, 1999 and with the understanding that an additional gift of $15,000 will be contributed prior to December 31, 1999. This total meets the required $25,000 minimum for a named fund within the university endowment. The scholarship is being created by Mrs. Green in memory of her husband and will be used to assist students majoring in accounting within the Cameron School of Business. The donor will make an additional gift of $2,000 prior to April 1, 2000 to allow the first award to be received in year 2000-fall semester. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The selection of the recipient shall be made by the Cameron School of Business using whatever process and committee structure approved by the dean of the school.
a.    The recipient must have been accepted into the Cameron School of Business and indicated a commitment to major in accounting.
b.    The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected based on demonstrated academic ability.
c.    The scholarship award will be valued at in-state tuition and fees to the extent endowment earnings permit. The award shall be evenly divided between fall and spring semesters. The scholarship may be renewed at the discretion of the scholarship selection committee.

Statements of the endowment fund will be furnished on an annual basis along with information on the recipient.

Purpose:
The Geraldine King Morris Nursing Scholarship is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington.  The scholarship is being created by Lt. Gen. (Ret) John W. (Jack) Morris and his children in memory of his wife and their mother, Geraldine King Morris, to honor her lifelong devotion to the nursing profession.  Mrs. Morris was a native of Wilmington and attended James Walker Nurses Training, where she received her accreditation as a registered nurse, and in 1944 joined the Army Nurse Corps.  Nursing was a profession of which she was proud and remained proficient throughout her lifetime.  It is for this reason that the family has chosen to memorialize Mrs. Morris by providing a scholarship that will assist others who wish to pursue a profession in nursing.  This agreement supersedes a previously existing agreement of the same name executed in October of 2006.
Criteria:    
The recipient must have been accepted into the UNCW nursing program as either an undergraduate or graduate student. This is a merit scholarship and the recipient must have achieved at least a 3.25 GPA, and must maintain that average to be eligible for renewal. Preference will be given to a student who has indicated a desire to enlist in the armed forces, with top priority given to the Army.
The UNCW Alumni Association (UNCWAA) School of Nursing Chapter shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process is approved by the UNCWAA Board of Directors.  In the event that the UNCW AA School of Nursing Chapter is unable to make the selection, the recipient will be selected by the UNCWAA Scholarship Committee in consultation with the Dean of the School of Nursing.  In accordance with university policy, the Director of the Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements.

Purpose:

The Got-Em On Live Bait Club Fellowship is hereby authorized as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The fellowship is being created by Got-Em On Live Bait Club to assist UNCW in attracting and rewarding graduate students whose interest and research focus on the issues affecting the fish population in the waters of Southeastern North Carolina. This fellowship currently exists as an annually funded fellowship (6-66517.) The association is now creating an endowment to provide permanent annual support for this fellowship. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The fellowship award amount will be equal to the full available interest generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate set by the university board of trustees. The award will be half in the fall and half in the spring semester. 

This fellowship program is intended to provide financial support for currently enrolled graduate students or those accepted into the graduate program at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, who will study fish biology at UNCW. 

The Dean of the graduate school would have the latitude to determine which program(s) or courses would qualify for this fellowship. The recipient will be determined by the Dean of the Graduate School.
 

Purpose:

The Grace L. Romer Scholarship in Nursing is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wihnington. The scholarship is being created by Arthur H. Romer, Jr. in memory of Grace L. Romer. The scholarship will be used to assist students interested in pursuing a degree offered by the School of Nursing. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Director. The scholarship is considered a need ­based scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated financial need. Demonstrated academic ability and special achievement will be a secondary factor. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with an interest in pursuing a degree offered by the School of Nursing. The scholarship will be awarded to undergraduate students. 

The Director has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 

The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available interest generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate set by the university Board of Trustees. The award may be split among deserving students at the discretion of the award authority and in accordance with the minimum scholarship award amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW.  

Purpose:
The Grace M. Burton Promise of Excellence Endowment (REV) is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. This program is being created by a gift of $25,000 from Grace Burton to meet the university’s requirement for a named endowment at UNCW.
It is the donor’s intent that the interest revenue rate designated by the university be used to create both the Grace M. Burton Promise of Excellence for Diversity and Inclusion in Teaching Award (formerly known as the Grace M. Burton Promise of Excellence in Teaching Award) and the Grace M. Burton Promise of Excellence Fellowship for a graduate student.
Criteria and Award Amount:
This program is specifically designed to reward an intern with a book and a plaque, with one at the December graduation and one at the May graduation. The Dean of the Watson College of Education shall serve as award authority and select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean. The award is considered a merit award and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and be pursuing a degree offered by the Watson College of Education. The recipient must be an exemplary intern, enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate initial licensure or administration internship, who
demonstrates exemplary practices, evidence of valuing diversity in education, and an appreciation for inclusive practices in education.

Purpose:
The Grace M. Burton Promise of Excellence Endowment (REV) is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. This program is being created by a gift of $25,000 from Grace Burton to meet the university’s requirement for a named endowment at UNCW.
It is the donor’s intent that the interest revenue rate designated by the university be used to create both the Grace M. Burton Promise of Excellence for Diversity and Inclusion in Teaching Award (formerly known as the Grace M. Burton Promise of Excellence in Teaching Award) and the Grace M. Burton Promise of Excellence Fellowship for a graduate student.
Criteria and Award Amount:
The balance of the available earnings, after the Grace M. Burton Promise of Excellence for Diversity and Inclusion in Teaching Award is funded, will be used to fund a graduate fellowship for high achieving elementary, reading, middle school, or special education student. A committee of three or more faculty, as named by the Dean of the Watson College of Education, shall serve as the award authority for the fellowship. The recipient must be a full-time graduate student pursuing a degree by the Watson College of Education at UNCW. The award will be based on scores attained in the Miller Analogy Test or equivalent scores to that test from the GRE. Based on available earnings, it is the intent that this award shall be made to one person during the academic year, for an amount equal to full-time in-state tuition and fees.
The Dean of the Watson College of Education has ultimate discretion as to who receives both awards in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicants meet the minimum criteria, the awards will be made, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements.
The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available earnings generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate adopted by the university Board of Trustees. The award may be split among deserving students at the discretion of the award authority and in accordance with the minimum scholarship award amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 18-24 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW.

Purpose:
The Gwendolyn “Cookie” Ward Family Scholarship is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina Wilmington.  The scholarship is being created by Michael W. Ward in honor of his wife Gwendolyn, on the occasion of her birthday.  It will be used to assist students in the Cameron School of Business.

Criteria and Award Amount:          
The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability.  The recipient must have been accepted into the Cameron School of Business.     
The Cameron School of Business shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process approved by the Dean.  In accordance with university policy the Director of the Financial Aid and Veterans Services Office makes all disbursements.

Purpose:

The Harmon Chadbourn Rorison Undergraduate Research Award is hereby created as a named endowment fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The award is being created by Margaret L. Rorison in memory of her father, Harmon Chadbourn Rorison, and will be used to assist students engaged in faculty-mentored research at UNCW. This gift agreement supersedes the Harmon Chadbourn Rorison Fellowship dated January 30, 2007. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The School of Nursing shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Director. The award is considered merit-based and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with an interest in engaging in faculty-mentored research at UNCW. The award shall be granted to undergraduate students. The award may be renewed for returning students at the discretion of the award authority, provided they continue to meet the award criteria. 

The Director of the School of Nursing has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the award will be granted, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 

The award amount will be equal to the full available earnings generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate adopted by the university Board of Trustees. The award may be split among deserving students at the discretion of the award authority and in accordance with the minimum scholarship award amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. AH award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW. 

Purpose:
The Hattie M. Strong Foundation Scholarship in Education is hereby created as a named fund at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by Hattie M. Strong Foundation to provide financial assistance to education majors during their student-teaching semester. The scholarship will be used to assist students pursuing a degree offered by the Watson College of Education. 

Criteria and Award Amount:
The Dean of the Watson College of Education shall select the recipient using a committee consisting of at least three members, with representation from both the Watson College of Education faculty (if possible, one being a field experience supervisor) and the UNCW Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The scholarship is considered a need-based scholarship and recipients will be selected on demonstrated financial need. Preference will be given to undergraduate students who have exhibited outstanding success and enthusiasm in field experiences prior to the final year of the program or graduate students whose life experiences prior to enrollment reveal the same traits. Recipients must have achieved a minimum 3.0 GPA in the two semesters prior to their final year of study. Applicants for this scholarship will be required to submit a personal statement of no more than 350 words as part of the application process. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with an interest in pursuing a degree offered by the Watson College of Education. The award may be given to undergraduate or graduate students. 

The Dean of the Watson College of Education has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 

The target award amount will be $5,000 per recipient; two recipients shall be chosen each academic year. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in full in the semester in which the student is completing their student-teaching requirement. 

Purpose:

The Heath Scholarship in Business is hereby created as a named fund at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by Brad and Christie Heath. Brad received his MBA degree from UNCW in 2007 and both he and Christie received BS degrees in Management in 1996. They are dedicated to helping future Cameron School of Business students meet their educational goals. The scholarship will be used to assist students interested in pursuing a degree offered by the Cameron School of Business. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The Cameron School of Business shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. Financial need will be a secondary consideration. The recipient must be majoring in a degree program offered by the Cameron School of Business. The scholarship may be awarded to undergraduate or graduate students. The scholarship may be renewed for returning students at the discretion of the award authority, provided they continue to meet the award criteria. 

The Dean has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 

The target scholarship award amount will be $1,000. If excess funds beyond the target award amount arc available, the scholarship award amount mny be increased or additional awards may be made in accordance with the minimum scholarship amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. 'The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. 
 

Purpose:
The Helena Riker Cheek Scholarship in Foreign Languages & Literature exists as a named fund at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship was created by Mary Dixon Bellamy in 1983 in memory of Helena Cheek. The scholarship will continue to assist students pursuing a degree offered by the Department of Foreign Languages & Literature.

Criteria and Award Amount:
The Department of Foreign Languages & Literature shall select the recipients using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean of the College of Arts Sciences. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipients will be selected and demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. The recipients must have been accepted on for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and be pursuing a degree offered by the Department of Foreign Languages & Literature. The scholarship may be awarded to undergraduate or graduate students. The scholarship may be renewed for returning to students at the discretion of the award authority, provided they continue to meet the award criteria.

The Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as minimum possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements.

The target scholarship award amount will be $1,175 per recipient per year; two recipients shall be selected each year until available funds are exhausted. All award amounts must authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed be in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters.

Purpose:
The Henry and Roya Weyerhaeuser Merit Scholarship is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington.  The scholarship is being created by Henry and Roya Weyerhaeuser, long-time supporters of UNCW.  The scholarship will be used to assist high-ability students interested in attending UNCW.
Criteria and Award Amount:
The Director of Admissions of the university shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Provost.  The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement.  The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington.  The scholarship may be awarded to undergraduate or graduate students.  The Director of Admission has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award.  In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded to a deserving student following the intent of the donors as closely as possible.  In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements.
The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available interest generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate set by the university Board of Trustees.   The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters.  It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW. 

Purpose:

The Henry Harrell Scholarship was established in the early 1970's as a named fund within the Endowment of The University of North Carolina at Wilmington. This scholarship was funded with a one­time gift from his family, to honor his memory. As the Endowment grows, it is the donor's intention that multiple students benefit from the proceeds. This scholarship is intended to assist the UNCW School of Nursing in recruiting and retaining high ability students. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The recipient must have been accepted into the UNCW School of Nursing and enrolled for fall semester of the nursing major (junior year) in the pre-licensure program. This scholarship is renewable, based on the student's satisfactory progress in the first year of the nursing major.
 
The School of Nursing shall select the recipient using a structure or process as approved by the Dean. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Financial Aid makes all disbursements. 

Purpose:

The Herbert and Sylvia Fisher Scholarship is hereby created as an annually funded scholarship at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Mr. and Mrs. Fisher are creating the scholarship in appreciation for his education at Wilmington College and to provide merit-based scholarships for students attending the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The recipient must be an undergraduate student who has been accepted in the Watson School of Education and is preparing for a career in teaching. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability. The scholarship may be used to recruit or retain existing students. 

The Watson School of Education shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process approved by the Dean. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Financial Aid makes all disbursements. 

Purpose:
The Herbert and Gina McKim Scholarship is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by Mr. and Mrs. McKim and will be used to assist students who have majored in business at Cape Fear Community College and wish to pursue a baccalaureate degree in business in the Cameron School of Business at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. 
Criteria:
The recipient must have been accepted into the Cameron School of Business and have graduated from Cape Fear Community College with a major in Business. The selection will be based on demonstrated academic ability, as evidenced by a minimum 3.0 GPA, with financial need as a secondary consideration. The scholarship is renewable, and the selection committee shall give preference to a recipient who continues to qualify for the scholarship until graduation. 
The Cameron School of Business shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process approved by the Dean. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 

Purpose:

Ms. Hilda W. Fredericks has served New Hanover County diligently as a nurse for many years; and  the Estate of Ms. Hilda W. Fredericks has made a gift to the university in the amount of $87,740.97 for nursing scholarships; and  the university wishes to establish an endowment with this gift to preserve the memory of Ms. Fredericks and to provide nursing scholarships to current and future generations.

Criteria & Award Amount:

 

Purpose:

The Historic Wilmington Foundation Scholarship is hereby created as an annually funded scholarship at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. This scholarship is created by the Historic Wilmington Foundation, which is one of the most influential non-profit preservation organizations in the region. The Historic Wilmington Foundation was established in 1966 and has since worked to preserve the architectural and historic integrity of the Lower Cape Fear region. 

This scholarship is intended to assist Graduate Public History students at UNCW. The award amount shall be $1,500 annually. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. The scholarship will be awarded twice annually, once in the fall and once in the spring, in the amounts of$750 each. The Scholarship recipients will be the students who are selected and awarded the internships at the Historic Wilmington Foundation. The scholarship is available to graduate Public History students and is renewable as long as the recipient meets the above mentioned criteria. 

The Department of History shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process approved by the Dean. The Chair of the Department of History has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award. In accordance with university policy the Director of Financial Aid and Veterans Services makes all disbursements. 

Purpose:
The Holt Oil Fellowship in Public Administration is hereby created as a named fund at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The fellowship is being created by Hannah Holt and the Holt Oil Company in loving memory of Charles B. C. Holt. Mr. Holt was a nature lover and and an advocate for land conservation. His time served in the
North Carolina House of Representatives afforded him opportunities to shape laws for land confirmation and protection. The fellowship will be used to assist students interested in pursuing a Master of Public Administration degree. 
Criteria and Award Amount:
The target award amount will be $1,000. If excess funds beyond the target award amount are received; the award amount should be increased or additional awards may be made in accordance with the minimum scholarship amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters; however exceptions may be made at the discretion of the Chair. 

Purpose:

The Independent Insurance Agents of North Carolina, Inc. Scholarship Fund is hereby established as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. This Endowment was created and funded on October 22, 1998, with a cash gift of $50,000 presented to the university. This merit-based scholarship is intended to assist students who have been accepted into the Cameron School of Business at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

Preference shall be given to the following:
a.    Upper class undergraduate student who has been accepted for full time enrollment in the Cameron School of Business at UNC Wilmington.
b.    Student with a demonstrated commitment towards a career in insurance.
c.    Student with at least a 2.5 GPA.
d.    Student who is a legal resident of North Carolina.
 

Purpose:

This merit-based scholarship is intended to assist students who have been accepted into the Cameron School of Business at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

Selection: Application shall be made to the Cameron School of Business. Final approval of the recipient shall be made by the Dean of the Cameron School of Business and a representative of the IMA Chapter. Preference shall be given to the following:

a.    Rising junior or senior who will be enrolled full time in the Cameron School of Business at UNC Wilmington.
b.    Student with a demonstrated commitment towards a career in accounting.
c.    Student in good standing with the Cameron School of Business, with demonstrated scholastic ability and financial need.

Student application must be accompanied by the following materials:

a.    A one-page summary of the applicant's employment record (if applicable), leadership activities, and other information pertinent to the application. A resume format is acceptable.
b.    A letter of recommendation from a faculty member Management Accounting/Financial Management related program.
c.    A letter by the applicant addressing career objectives, why he or she is applying for the scholarship, and any other relevant information.

 

Purpose:

The International Cabinet Endowed Support Fund is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The International Cabinet has created the Support Fund to assist the Office of International Programs by providing scholarships to students wishing to study abroad and additional funding for projects that promote internationalization and globalization at UNCW. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The endowment award amount will be equal to the full available interest generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate set by the University Board of Trustees. 

The recipients of the International Cabinet Support Fund scholarships must be accepted into a study abroad program approved by the International Programs office. The scholarship will be considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability, leadership potential and international interest. The Assistant Provost for International Programs shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process deemed appropriate. In accordance with university policy the Director of Financial Aid makes all scholarship disbursements. 
 

Purpose:

The Interroll Corporation Scholarship is awarded annually to a dependent of an Interroll employee. If no eligible student applies for the scholarship, it may be awarded to a student from southeastern North Carolina. The scholarship is valued at one half of published tuition and fees for non-employee children and full tuition and fees for employee children. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The scholarship fund is intended to provide undergraduate academic scholarship for the students attending the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Preference will be given to children of eligible employees of the Interroll Corporation. This named scholarship fund will be co-mingled with the Endowment funds of the University for investment purposes. Earnings of this fund shall be credited to its own corpus and made available for award on the schedule approved by the Administrative Guideline. Earnings in excess of the award will be credited back to the fund's endowment for reinvestment purposes. This procedure will permit fund growth. The Interroll Corporation Scholarship is established by a gift of $15,000 from The Interroll Corporation. The payment schedule will be $3,000.00 a year for five year beginning in the 1992-1993 academic year and totaling $15,000.00 in 1997. The intent of the Interroll Corporation is to continue funding into the future.
 

Purpose:
The Donors wish to establish this scholarship in honor of their mentor and friend, Dr. J. Marshall Crews. Dr. Crews, one of the original 1947 faculty members of Wilmington College, served the college, and later UNC Wilmington, as a professor, registrar, dean of students, academic dean and director of admissions until he retired in 1981. The Donors believe that the greatest recognition they can offer Dr. Crews is to provide this scholarship to help a student or students who have decided to pursue a career in science. The Donor agrees to use gifts given for this purpose to establish The J. Marshall Crews Scholarship Fund. 

Criteria:
-    Recipient(s) of the scholarship will be know as Crews Scholars. The award will be equal to the cost of tuition, fees, books, and supplies. It will be awarded half in the Fall and half in the Spring. In addition, as circumstances arise, it is possible for additional expenses related to study or job placement to be funded with the approval of the Dean, College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) in consultation with the Crews Advisory Board. The number of recipients will be determined by available funding.

The recipient(s) of this scholarship must be a rising junior or senior majoring in a science and a full time student. Science as defined for this scholarship is biological sciences, marine sciences, earth sciences, chemistry, physics, physical oceanography or environmental science. The recipient(s) must have an overall grade point average of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale. While engagement in research is desirable it is not a prime criteria. Financial need may be considered but is not a prime criteria. The scholarship may be renewed based on the competitive process.

The Provost shall instruct the Dean, CAS, to appoint the selection committee to meet and name the recipient(s) by June I of the academic year prior to award. It is suggested that the committee include the chairs of the departments/programs representing the sciences as outlined in this agreement and a representative of the Office of Financial Aid.

The committee will narrow the search for recipient(s} to at least two candidates per-- --- - scholarship to be awarded. The Crews Advisory Board, named by the Dean, CAS, in consultation with the Donors, shall then be invited to meet with the academic committee members to select the recipient(s).

Purpose:

The J. W. Jackson Scholarships was established by the J.W. Jackson family in memory of one of Wilmington‘s leading businessmen. They are awarded annually to rising junior, senior, or graduate students in the Cameron School of Business. The scholarship is designed for students with high academic potential. Students awarded this scholarship are eligible to reapply.

Criteria & Award Amount:

Jackson Scholars will be selected from students enrolled or eligible to enroll as juniors, seniors, or graduate students in the Cameron School of Business Administration at The University of North Carolina at Wilmington. A scholarship committee, chaired by the Dean of the Cameron School of Business Administration, or his designee, shall select recipients based on proven aca­demic ability, leadership potential and high moral character. 

Purpose:

The Dr. James F. and Frances B. Parnell Fellowship is hereby authorized as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Dr. and Mrs. James F. Parnell are creating the scholarship in recognition of his long-time tenure and service to the UNCW Biological Sciences Department. This fellowship is intended to assist graduate students and is considered a merit based financial aid program. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available interest generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate set by the university board of trustees. The award will be half in the fall and half in the spring semester. 

The recipient must have been formally accepted into the UNCW Graduate School. The fellowship recipient will be selected based on demonstrated academic ability. Preference will be given to a student studying some aspect of field oriented terrestrial vertebrate biology. If no suitable student studying vertebrate biology is available the scholarship may be awarded to any qualifying graduate student in the department of biological sciences. 

A faculty committee in the Biological Sciences department shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process is approved by the chair. In accordance with university policy, the director of financial aid makes all disbursements. 

Purpose:

The James C. Braye Scholarship is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by Malcomb Coley to honor James C. Braye. 
James C. Braye is a black triple retiree, husband, father of five, grandfather of four, and fifty-five-year member of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity. He has at times been a soldier, businessman, counselor, singer, cantor, politician, and author. He was born during the Great Depression, though no one told him about his limited prospects for success in life. 
This scholarship is intended to support the university's commitment to maintaining a campus environment that values a rich diversity of human beings among its faculty, staff, and students. The university defines diversity as including, but not limited to race, sex, age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), creed, religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran's status, gender, educational disadvantage, socio-economic circumstances, language, and history of overcoming adversity. This definition may be amended periodically by the UNCW Board of Trustees. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

This diversity scholarship will be awarded to a student(s) accepted into the Cameron School of Business. If the award amount exceeds tuition and fees for one student, subsequent awards may be made. It is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient(s) will be selected on demonstrated academic ability in accordance with the university's criteria for the award of merit scholarships. 
The Cameron School of Business will select the recipient(s) using a committee structure or process approved by the Dean. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 
 

Purpose:
The James E. L. Wade Scholarship exists as a named endowment fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship was established with a bequest received from the estate. of James E.L. Wade, former Mayor and community activist in Wilmington. Mr. Wade served on the Wilmington City Council from 1945-1963. The scholarship will be used to assist students majoring in disciplines related to history and government.

Criteria and Award Amount:
The Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Provost. The scholarship is considered a need based scholarship and the recipient will be selected on financial need. The recipients must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and be majors in disciplines related to government and history. The scholarship shall be awarded to undergraduate or graduate students. The scholarship may be renewed for returning students at the discretion of the award authority, provided they continue to meet the award criteria. 

The Director of Scholarships and Financi41 Aid has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as. possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 
The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available earnings generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate adopted by the university Board of Trustees. The award amount may not exceed the cost of attendance. The award may be split among deserving students at the discretion of the award authority and in accordance with the minimum scholarship award amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW. 

Purpose:

The James J. and Lucy H. Giammaria Scholarship in Business is hereby created as a named fund at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by Mary Jo "M.J." Giammaria in honor of her parents, James J. and Lucy H. Giammaria. Ms. Mary Jo Giammaria serves as a staff member in the Watson School of Education and is a 2010 alumnae of Cameron School of Business. The scholarship will be used to assist non-traditional students, working full-time and interested in pursuing a degree part-time offered by the Cameron School of Business. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The Cameron School of Business shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean of the Cameron School of Business. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. Financial need will be a secondary factor. The recipient must be enrolled as a part-time (as defined by the university) undergraduate student, a North Carolina resident, and have been accepted into the Cameron School of Business. Preference will be given for returning students provided they continue to meet the award criteria. 

The Dean has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 

The target scholarship award amount will be $500.00. If excess funds beyond the target award amount are available, the scholarship award amount may be increased or additional awards may be made in accordance with the minimum scholarship amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. In addition, all award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. It is understood that gifts for annually funded scholarships must be received by February 15th prior to the academic year of award to allow time for the selection of recipient(s).

Purpose:
The James Ozborn Carr Scholarship was created by the children of Mr. Carr to express a commitment to higher education and in recognition of their father‘s contribution to the people of southeastern North Carolina. It is awarded to students in the Watson College of Education. Character and leadership potential are factors in determining recipients. The scholarships are restricted to graduates of southeastern North Carolina high schools and are designed to attract and retain academically strong students.

Criteria & Award Amount:
Recipients shall be graduates of an accredited high school in Southeastern North Carolina. For purposes of the scholarships, this region shall be defined as New Hanover, Brunswick, Columbus, Bladen, Sampson, Duplin, Pender and Onslow Counties. The Carr Scholarship program is to be restricted to students in the School of Education. The Dean of the School of Education would have the responsibility of selecting the recipient(s) based on his faculty's recommendation and documented performance.

Recipients shall be selected based on academic achievement as a first consideration (merit) and financial need as a second consideration. Demonstrated character and leadership potential should be considered in determining the recipients. The scholarships are designed to attract and retain academically strong students who are also active in school activities. The scholarships shall be restricted to undergraduate students.

The scholarships shall be valued at the in-state tuition and fees listed in the university catalogue in effect for that year. One half of the scholarship shall be awarded at the beginning of each semester by being credited to the student's account.

The James Walker Nurses Alumnus Scholarship was created by the James Walker Nurses Alumnae Association as a merit scholarship to assist students enrolled full-time in the School of Nursing. Financial need will be considered as a secondary factor, and the recipient must be a North Carolina resident and hold a minimum 2.5 GPA.

The School of Nursing shall select the recipient using a committee structure process approved by the Dean and with input by a representative appointed by the James Walker Nurses Alumnae Association. In accordance with university policy the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid makes all disbursements.

Purpose:

The Jane Logan Lackey Scholarship is designated to support a graduate student scholarship. This fund was established in 1972, and this use is consistent with the initial intent of the donor. The Jane Logan Lackey Scholarship fund endowment balance was $12,422 as of December 1994; the income account at that time was $11,096. The estimated income for September of 1995 is $550. If these funds are approved for this use, this scholarship will be used for the recruitment of graduate students who have demonstrated exemplary academic achievement at the undergraduate level.

Criteria & Award Amount:

First priority will be given to minority applicants who. meet the criteria. If no appropriate applications from minority students are received, then other students who meet the criteria will be considered. These criteria are consistent with those used by the Graduate School for other scholarships. 
a.    An undergraduate gpa of at least 3 .25 in the applicant's major
b.    Acceptable test scores on the test appropriate for the discipline (GRE, GMAT or MAT)
c.    Other application materials pertinent to the discipline, i.e., references, statement of interest, essays, etc.

One or two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded for each academic year ($500 in the
fall and $500 in the spring) for the next five years. This scholarship can be renewed for up to four semesters for an individual student. 

The recipients will be chosen in the following manner: Scholarships will be allocated to
deserving minority students as they are accepted. If no minority students accept these awards by June 1, then other applicants will be considered by the Graduate School. A committee of three 
members of the graduate faculty will be appointed by the graduate dean to make the decision in this case. 

Purpose:
The Jane Whedbee Lane Scholarship in Nursing is hereby established as an annually funded scholarship at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by Mrs. Lucile Whedbee in memory of her daughter, Jane, and will be used to assist students interested in pursuing a degree offered by the School of Nursing. 
Criteria:
The School of Nursing shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. Financial need will be a secondary consideration. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina Wilmington with an indicated interest in pursuing a degree in nursing. The scholarship may be awarded to undergraduate or graduate students. The Dean of the School of Nursing has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Financial Aid makes all disbursements. 

Purpose:

The Janis C. Norris Scholarship in Education is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by Mrs. Janis C. Norris, a longtime advocate and supporter of teacher education. Mrs. Norris attained her Master of Arts Degree in Educational Supervision from the Watson School of Education in 1981. The scholarship will be used to assist students interested in pursuing a degree offered by the Watson School of Education.

Criteria & Award Amount:

The Watson School of Education shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean of the School. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. The recipient must be an education major or have been admitted into the Watson School of Education for licensure. The scholarship may be awarded to undergraduate or graduate students. 

The Dean has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 

The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available interest generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate set by the university Board of Trustees. The award may be split among deserving students at the discretion of the award authority and in accordance with the minimum scholarship award amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. In addition, all award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 12 months from the date of fulfilling the $25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW. 

Purpose:

The Jay Hensley Scholarship was established for the purpose of recognizing academic merit in the area of marine science. The scholarship is awarded to a junior or senior full-time undergraduate student. First preference is given to a high school student from New Hanover, Pender, Columbus, and Brunswick Counties in North Carolina and Horry County, South Carolina.

Criteria & Award Amount:

The Jay Hensley Endowed Scholarship Fund is established for the purpose of recognizing academic merit in the area of Marine Science at UNCW. It is also established for the purpose of recognizing participation in related activities that go beyond basic classroom requirements. A committee to be appointed by the Provost, will establish application procedures and selection criteria which will primarily emphasize the following components: academic performance in Marine Science; displayed interest in ocean studies that exceeds regular assignments (i.e., performing research projects on related topics, participating in summer intern programs, having part-time or full-time employment in this area); the scholarship will be awarded to a junior or senior level student. The committee will make nominations to the Provost each year and the Provost will select the recipient. Recipients may apply for and be awarded a scholarship more than once. Scholarships will not be awarded to anyone who is not a full-time undergraduate student seeking a Marine Studies Major. First preference in awarding the scholarship will be given to a high school student from New Hanover, Pender, Columbus, and Brunswick Counties in North Carolina and Horry County, South Carolina.  

Purpose:

The Jay M. Robinson Scholars Program is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by friends of Dr. Robinson who want to perpetuate his memory and long service to North Carolina education both at the public school and university level The scholarship will be used to assist students enrolled in the Watson School of Education. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The scholarship award amount will be equal to in-state tuition and fees. The award will be made half in the fall and half in the spring semester. To the extend earnings from the endowment permit, multiple awards in this amount should be made. 

The recipient must have indicated a commitment to become a North Carolina teacher or educational administrator. The scholarship should be considered primarily as a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability. as a first consideration, with need as second consideration. Recipients will be known as Robinson Scholars. The Watson School of Education shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process approved by the Dean. In accordance with university policy the Director of Financial Aid serve on the selection committee and make all disbursements. 

Purpose:

The Jean Jordan Nursing Scholarship is hereby established as an annually funded scholarship at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is sponsored by the New Hanover-Pender Medical Society Alliance to honor former nurse Jean Jordan and to assist students in the UNCW nursing program. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The recipient must have been accepted in the UNCW School of Nursing. The scholarship is considered both a merit scholarship and one based on demonstrated financial need. Eligible recipients must be domicile of New Hanover, Brunswick or Pender Counties.

The school of nursing shall select three potential recipients using whatever committee structure or process approved by the dean. It is expected that the finalists should have a minimum of3.2 GPA. The three finalists shall then be forwarded to the director of financial aid and veterans services who will select the student with the greatest demonstrated financial need. In accordance with university policy, the director of financial aid makes all disbursements.

Purpose:
The Cross Scholarship in Education is hereby created as an annually funded scholarship at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington.  The scholarship is being created by Dr. Cathy Barlow, in honor of her parents. The annual award amount is $1,000 and may be divided among multiple recipients.

Criteria and Award Amount:         
The Watson School of Education shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean.  The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement.  The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with an indicated interest in pursuing a degree from the Watson School of Education.  In addition, the recipient must be either a licensure-only student or a Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.).  The Scholarship Committee of the Watson School of Education has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award.  In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements.
 

Purpose:

The Joanne Rockness Scholarship is hereby created as an annually funded scholarship at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created to recognize the leadership of Dr. Rockness as the previous director of the Master of Science of Accountancy (MSA) program. It will be used to assist students in the Cameron School of Business who are enrolled in the MSA program. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The recipient must have been accepted into the Cameron School of Business and the MSA program. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship with financial need being a secondary consideration. Proven academic performance is the primary factor in determining the recipient. 

The Cameron School of Business shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process approved by the Dean. At its discretion, this committee, along with the MSA director, has the authority to provide "emergency" funding to other scholarship recipients in special situations. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Financial Aid makes all disbursements. An award may be made for $500 per semester and/or 
"emergency awards" contingent upon funds available. 

Purpose:

The John Colucci, Jr. Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a marine biology student.

Criteria & Award Amount:

The recipient is identified by the department and may be awarded to graduate or undergraduate students. 

Purpose:

The John Fischetti Global Education Award is hereby created as a named fund at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The travel award is created by the first cohort of the Watson School of Education's Doctor of Education program in honor of Dr. John Fischetti, the first Coordinator of the program who has provided outstanding guidance and support to the members of the cohort. The intent of the award is to extend Dr. Fischetti's passion for global perspectives in education by providing students enrolled in the Ed.D. in Educational Leadership and Administration program an opportunity to study abroad. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The Watson School of Education shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean. The travel award is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. Financial need will be a secondary consideration. The recipient must be actively pursuing the Ed.D. in Educational Leadership degree. The student must have also indicated an interest in studying abroad through a university-approved opportunity. The award will be given to graduate students. The travel scholarship may not be renewed. 

The Dean has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the travel award will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 

The target award amount will be $500. If excess funds beyond the target award amount are available, any remaining funds shall be left in the fund to provide for awards in future years. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed at the discretion of the award authority and it is intended to coincide with the travel arrangements of the recipient. 

 

Purpose:
The John A. Marts Business Scholarship is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina Wilmington. As a long-time member of the Cameron School of Business, John Marts understood firsthand the importance of providing financial support for students. John worked with many students over the years as a teacher, department chair, associate dean, and mentor. In keeping with his incredible level of commitment to students, John Marts established this scholarship through a provision in his will.

Criteria:
This scholarship shall be awarded to a married, full-time student in the Cameron School of Business. The recipient is to be employed at least part-time during a majority of any year in which the award is received. Preference will be given to an accounting major with a GPA of at least 2.5. 

The Cameron School of Business shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process is approved by the Dean. In accordance with university policy the Director of Financial Aid and Veterans Services Office makes all disbursements.

Purpose:

The John Myers Art History Scholarship is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina Wilmington. This scholarship is being created by UNCW Colleagues, Friends, and family of Dr. Myers to recognize Dr. John Walker Myers for his 20 plus years of service to the Art and Theater Department at UNCW. Dr. Myers is a former Chair and Associate Director of the Honors Program.

Criteria:          
Application for the John Myers Endowed Art History Scholarship will be administered by the Art and Art History faculty as a recruitment tool, therefore students declaring their majors as Art History can make themselves known to the Chair of Art and Art History for consideration.
The College of Arts & Sciences shall select the recipient using whatever committee structure or process approved by the Dean with input from the Chair of the Art and Art History Department.  In accordance with university policy the Director of Financial Aid and Veterans Services makes all disbursements.
 

Purpose:

The Healthful Living Leadership Scholarship is hereby created as a named fund within the Endowment of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The scholarship is being created by John P. Bennett in honor of his commitment to excellence in the disciplines of Health and Physical Education. The scholarship will be used to assist students interested in pursuing a degree offered by the School of Health and Applied Human Sciences. This agreement supersedes the John P. Bennett, Ed.D. Scholarship in Health and Physical Education originally dated December 17, 2010. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

The Director of the School of Health and Applied Human Sciences shall select the recipient using any committee structure or process deemed appropriate by the Dean of the College of Health and Human Services. The scholarship is considered a merit scholarship and the recipient will be selected on demonstrated academic ability and special achievement. The recipient must have been accepted for admission to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with an interest in pursuing a degree offered by the School of Health and Applied Human Sciences. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate a strong record of leadership and community service in the School of Health and Applied Human Services. The scholarship will be awarded to undergraduate or graduate students. The scholarship may be renewed for returning students at the discretion of the award authority, provided they continue to meet the award criteria. 

The Provost has ultimate discretion as to who receives the award in accordance with the award criteria. In the event that no applicant meets the minimum criteria, the scholarship will be awarded, following the intent of the donors as closely as possible. In accordance with university policy, the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid will make all disbursements. 

The scholarship award amount will be equal to the full available interest generated from this fund in accordance with the spending rate set by the university Board of Trustees. The award may be split among deserving students at the discretion of the award authority and in accordance with the minimum scholarship award amount established by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. All award amounts must be authorized by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The award will be disbursed in equal installments in the fall and spring semesters; however, exceptions may be made at the discretion of the award authority. It is understood that the first endowment award will be available the first fall semester coming 12 months from the date of fulfilling the 
$25,000 minimum to establish an endowment at UNCW. 
 

Purpose:

The Glaxo Women in Science Scholars endowed scholarship is established on this date with a grant of $25,000 from The Glaxo Foundation. The income from the endowment will be used only to provide scholarships for full time women students at University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The purpose of the scholarship fund is to recognize outstanding scholarship, to provide an incentive for women science students to enter the science profession, and to provide students with a woman scientist mentor at Glaxo Inc. 

Criteria & Award Amount:

Recipients of the Glaxo Women in Science Scholars Program will be selected by a committee composed of the Dean of the University, the Chair of the Math and Science Division, and the Director of Financial Aid. The committee will meet during the spring semester, and the recipient(s) will be announced each year. Annual earnings will be divided equally among the number of recipients each year. Half of each student's award will be applied to the fall semester tuition, and the other half will be the spring semester tuition. 

Students must have a grade point average of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale to be eligible to receive the award. The student's grade point average must remain a 3.0 or better to be eligible to continue receiving the award. 

Students who remain eligible will be given preference in receiving the award in subsequent years. As additional funds become available, first preference will be given to freshmen women who have expressed a strong interest in science and who would likely be eligible for the award during their sophomore and subsequent years. Second preference would be for sophomores, then juniors and seniors who have not received an award in prior years.