ALPHABETICAL LISTING OF SCHOLARSHIPS
Page last updated September 10, 2008
* = Available to entering freshmen.
% = Specifically for students of color.
Alber, Mary L. Memorial Scholarship
Alumni Scholarship
Alumni Music Scholarship Fund
Alumni Scholarship Fund (Mary Florence Wright)*
Anne, Lisa Memorial Scholarship
Annin, Leora (Cooper), Memorial Scholarship
Ash, Rodney String Scholarship
Athletic (Merit) Grants*
Bartleson-Prather Research Scholarship
Beta Engineering/Jess Gern Scholarship
Billmeyer, Matthew Memorial Scholarship
Binford, Harold E. Business Scholarship
Blue Zenith Scholarship
Bonanza Creek Scholarship
Borah, Tracy Memorial Wrestling Scholarship
Borick, Business Scholarship Endowment
Brennecke/Elkins, Magdalene, Scholarship
Campbell, J.W. Memorial Wrestling Scholarship
Champion Leadership & Responsibility Scholarship
Charlesworth, William Memorial Scholarship*
Cherry, Denver Memorial Accounting Scholarship
Crested Butte Music Festival Scholarship
Coleman, Paul Jr. Memorial Scholarship*
Computer Science, The Faculty Scholarship in
Cope/Chevron Scholarship
Cox, James H. Business Administration Scholarship
Crismon, Lt. F. Scot, Memorial Scholarship
Damson, F. George Music Award
de Koevend, Mabel Memorial Scholarship in Art*
de Koevend, Mabel Memorial Scholarship in Music*
Decker, Bob Basketball Scholarship
Degutis, Ernest Memorial Scholarship
Delta Sigma Pi Alumni Scholarship
Depp, Stephen Paul Memorial Scholarship
Dorgan, William E Memorial Math Scholarship
Eastman, Donald S. Business Scholarship
Eastman, New Student Award*
Encana Oil & Gas (USA) Inc.
Fair, Scholarship in Modern Languages
Ferchau, Hugo Memorial Scholarship
Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund
Finholm, William, Award*
Gerhardt, Charles Memorial Scholarship
Goodman, Donald A. Memorial Scholarship
Grosland, August, Art/Alumni Scholarship
Gunnison Energy Corporation
Gunnison Savings and Loan Scholarship*
Gunnison Volunteer Fire Dept. Scholarship
Haley, Glen W. & Borland, Dr. Lois, English Memorial Scholarship
Hansen, Dr. Kenneth H. Memorial Education Scholarship*
Haverly, F.S. Academic Scholarship
Heiny, Lloyd Memorial Music Scholarship
Irwin, James Memorial Scholarship in Architecture and Environmental Design
Johnson, Bruce Memorial Scholarship*
Julio, Marsha T. Art Scholarship
Kappa Delta MU Scholarship
Kiefer, Brian L. Memorial Scholarship
Killian, David and Shirley Music Scholarship
Kincaid, John & Georgie Instrumental Music Scholarship
Kiwanis Club Scholarship*
Klingsmith, Phil & JoAnn Economics Scholarship
Knight, Sophie Hamrick Memorial Scholarship*
Kregal, Kathleen Scholarship
Lawrence, A.W. Memorial Scholarship*
Liaison Council Scholarship
Light, Dr. Mason and Betty Scholarship
Little, Robert and Gloria Memorial Business Scholarship
Livermore, Charles H. Memorial Scholarship
Long, John S. Scholarship
Long, Kelly Memorial Scholarship*
MacAllister, WSC Presidential Student-Athlete Scholarship
Mark, Leon "Okie" Football Scholarship
Martin, Mike Memorial Scholarship
Masonic Scholarships*
Mathematical Studies Scholarship
Mahaffey, Jim Ski Scholarship
McKenny, Casey James Memorial Scholarship
Menzer, Fred J. Jr. Geology Memorial Scholarship
Mikesell, Scholarship in Accounting
Milheim, Wayne H. Music Scholarship*
Miller, Marshall Business Scholarship
Mitchell, Valerie Ann Memorial English Award
Mitchell, Valerie Ann Memorial Geology Award
Moncrief Petroleum Geology Scholarship, Freshman
Moncrief Petroleum Geology Scholarship, Transfer Students
Moyle, Richard W. and Belva R. Geology Scholarship
Multi-Cultural Awareness Scholarship
Myers, Bus Memorial Football Scholarship
Nauman, James D. Scholarship
Nauman, James D. Environmental Studies Scholar
Pederson-Wright-Borah Scholarship Fund*
PEO Scholarship*
Porter, Marjorie Memorial Music Scholarship
Porter, Ralph E. Athletic Scholarship*
Porter, Ralph E. Business Administration Scholarship*
Praxl, Hannah E. Award (Women Only) Scholarship
Questar Exploration and Production Company Scholarship
Randall, Edwin Memorial Scholarship
Ranson, Jean Vocal Music Scholarship
Redding, Edwyl Memorial - Piano & Organ Fund
Reed, J. Ralph Business Scholarship
Rice, Ethel M. Art Scholarship
Rice, Ethel M. Athletic Scholarship
Richards, Jim 1954 Football Scholarship
Roberts, John Memorial to John Sievers*
Roch, Samuel William Nathaniel Memorial Scholarship*%
Rotary Club of Gunnison Scholarship*
Rouse, Roberta M. Memorial Scholarship*
Rule-Vouga, Marguerite Music Scholarship
Schulenberg, Karen Lee Memorial Scholarship Trust*
Sheriff's (County) Scholarship*
Sloan, Alva W. Memorial Accounting Internship
Solich, George & Carol Scholarship
Student Scholar Assistantships
Tobey, Gene Memorial Art Scholarship
Turner, Les Music Scholarship
Vandenbusche, George Scholarship
Walker, C. Ralph & Florence Memorial Scholarship*
Watson, Stephen Memorial Scholarship in Computer Science
Western State College Academic Excellence Awards*
Western State College Academic Leadership Scholarship*
Western State College Honors Presidential Scholarship*
Western State College Transfer Achievement Program Scholarship
Wilson, Robert Glenn, Jr., Memorial Scholarship
Wilson, Roger E. Memorial Business Scholarship
Wright, Paul W. Memorial Fund
Zugelder, Ann Award Fund
Other New Student Scholarships*
SCHOLARSHIP DESCRIPTIONS
ALBER, MARY L. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Must be a full-time student, successfully completed a minimum of 60 credits, be an art major seeking an education certificate. Must demonstrate both a strong interest in art education and the potential to become a successful teacher in art. Must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or greater.
Provided by:
A gift from Ethel Rice and Owen Sharp originating from the estate of Mary Alber.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Donor Scholarship Committee.
Application:
Complete and return the Mary L. Alber Memorial Scholarship application to the Department of Art and Music.
ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Must be a son or daughter of a WSC Alumnus.
Provided by:
Western State College.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Director of Alumni Relations (Tonya Van Hee).
Application:
Complete & return Alumni Scholarship application to the Office of Alumni Affairs.
ALUMNI MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Available to:
Both resident and non-resident students. Must have applied and been accepted by Western and the Music program. Must be a full-time student majoring in one of the areas of music offered by the Western State College Department of Art and Music.
Provided by:
Alumni of Western State College Department of Art and Music.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Western State College Department of Art and Music.
Application:
Available in the Department of Art and Music. Submit completed application, by April 1, to the Department of Art and Music.
*ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP FUND (MARY FLORENCE WRIGHT)
Available to:
Financially needy students from the Western Slope of Colorado. Parent(s) must be alumni of Western State College and the student must have demonstrated academic success.
Provided by:
A bequest by Mary Florence Wright of Delta, Colorado, who was a graduate of Western State College in 1918.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Western State College Alumni Affairs Office Scholarship Committee (Tonya Van Hee).
Application:
Available in the Offices of Alumni Affairs. Submit completed application to Office of Alumni Affairs.
ANNE, LISA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Music majors or minors who can demonstrate financial need, a high grade point average, and composition ability.Provided by:
Lisa’s father, Mr. Jim Harmon.Amount:
Award depends on funds available.Selected by:
Jim Harmon and the Music Department FacultyApplication:
Obtain, complete and return the Lisa Anne Memorial Scholarship application to the music department by March 1st. Application should also include a letter describing background and career interests, as well as a composition recording or score, if possible. An audition is required.
ANNIN, LEORA (COOPER) MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Music majors at Western State College. Applicant must be a full-time student, a junior or senior and recommended by one or more Western music faculty. Award is based on musical ability, academic achievement, leadership, and involvement in college and community affairs.
Provided by:
Family and friends to perpetuate the memory of Leora Annin, who was a life-long friend of Western State College.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Western State College Department of Art and Music.
Application:
Available in the Department of Art and Music Office. Submit completed application by April 1 to the Department of Art and Music.
ASH, RODNEY STRING SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full-time music major with preference to strings and a secondary preference to keyboards. GPA of 3.0 or better. Must participate in private music lessons and an appropriate large ensemble.
Provided by:
Ann Ash to honor Rodney, former Chair of Music Department.
Amount:
Depending on funds available.
Selected by:
Music Dept.
Application:
Complete and return Rodney Ash String Scholarship application to the Dept of Music by April 1st.
*ATHLETIC GRANTS
Available to:
Men and women athletes at Western State College. Recipient must be a full-time student. Must be recommended by one or more Western athletic coaches. Award is based on athletic ability, academic achievement and leadership.
Provided by:
Western State College.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Western State College athletic coaches.
Application:
Contact athletic coach for recommendation.
Other: Recipient must obtain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better each term to maintain this award.
BARTLESON-PRATHER RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Outstanding undergraduate student who is majoring in Geology.
Provided by:
Paul Rady, Peter Dea & Barrett Resources Corporation.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Geology Department Scholarship Committee.
Application:
Contact Geology Department.
BETA ENGINEERING/JESS GERN SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
An outstanding student in the Department of Communication and Theatre. Student must be a junior majoring in Communication or Theatre with a 3.0 or better GPA.
Provided by:
Bob Austin, President of Beta Engineering Company in Austin, Texas. Bob is an alumnus of Western State College, who established this endowment fund to honor Dr. Jess Gern, then Chairman of the Arts and Humanities Department, and to show his appreciation to the College.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Western State College Communication and Theatre Department.
Application:
Available in the Office of Communication and Theatre and the Office of Financial Aid. Submit completed application forms to the Office of Financial Aid.
BILLMEYER, MATTHEW MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full-time students of any class with a GPA of 2.0 or greater. Preference given to students majoring in Department of Business, Accounting & Economics.
Provided by:
The Billmeyer family in memory of Matthew Billmeyer "79."
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Department of Business, Accounting & Economics.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Department of Business, Accounting and Economics Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting and Economics. Application must be submitted by March 20th.
BINFORD, HAROLD E. BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Students majoring in Business or Accounting; must have completed 60 hours of course work of which a minimum of 30 hours must at Western, be among top 5 as ranked by overall GPA.
Provided by:
Friends to honor Dr. Binford when he retired from Western State College as Professor and Chairman of the Division of Business.
Amount:
Amount will be determined based on funds available. 2 awards annually.
Selected by:
Western State College Business Department.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Department of Business, Accounting and Economics Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting and Economics. Application must be submitted by March 20th.
BLUE ZENITH SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Graduates of Mancos High School who are enrolled full-time at Western. Students must maintain 15 credit hours fall and spring semesters and a GPA of 3.0.
Provided by:
Anonymous
Amount:
The remaining cost of in-state tuition, fees and books, after the amount of other scholarships the recipient receives in a given year.
Selected by:
Blue Zenith Scholarship Selection Committee.
Application:
Applicants must complete the general scholarship application, available at the Western State College Foundation.
BONANZA CREEK SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full-time students that have been accepted in the PLRM program. Must demonstrate financial need.
Provided by:
Bonanza Creek Energy Operating Company, LLC.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available (approximately $1000).
Selected by:
Chair(s) of the PLRM Program.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Professional Land And Resource Management Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting & Economics. Applications must be submitted by February 22nd.
*BORAH, TRACY MEMORIAL WRESTLING SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Student may come from any state/country, must be a very promising and accomplished wrestler, maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5, must have completed his freshman year and could be a red-shirted freshman. Not necessarily considered for only financial needs.
Provided by:
Established by Louie Carleo and other friends and former wrestlers of Tracy Borah to provide scholarship assistance to talented Western State College student-wrestlers. This scholarship serves to celebrate the memory of Tracy Borah by supporting the kind of athlete he cared most about.
Amount:
The scholarship shall be for $2,000.
Selected by:
The WSC Head Wrestling Coach, Louie Carleo, and a member of the Borah Family (Candi Borah).
Application:
Due by May 1, must be submitted to the Department of Athletics. Need a letter or recommendation from one of the following: a team mate, previous wrestling coach, assistant WSC wrestling coach, friend, teacher, but not from the WSC head wrestling coach or anyone who is on the selection committee. Also, a 250 word essay of the significance of wrestling to his life.
BORICK, BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Declared majors in Business, Accounting and Economics. Colorado residence and US citizens. Must be a full-time student with a GPA of 3.4 or greater. Must demonstrate academic promise and financial need. Preference given to students actively involved in the department and campus.
Provided by:
Louis Borick on behalf of his son Steven Borick "75."
Amount:
Awards based on funds available.
Selected by:
Department of Business, Accounting and Economics.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Department of Business, Accounting and Economics Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting and Economics. Application must be submitted by March 20th.
BRENNECKE/ELKINS, MAGDALENE SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Junior standing or above at the end of the term in which he/she applies; must plan to teach at either elementary or secondary level; must be fully admitted to the School of Education; must have a 3.0 GPA in education and overall; must have demonstrated personal characteristics which would predict success as a teacher. Financial need will be considered.
Provided by:
Family and friends of Magdalene Elkins, who was a 1920 graduate and life-long friend of Western State College.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Western State College Education Department.
Application:
Submit a letter of application to the Education Department by their announced deadline.
CAMPBELL, J.W. MEMORIAL WRESTLING SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Members of the WSC Wrestling team who have a minimum 2.0 GPA. Preference will be given to students with an English major and/or who are writers.
Provided by:
Family and friends, to honor J.W.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
The WSC Wrestling Coach.
Application:
Recipient will be chosen by April 1st of each year.
CHAMPION LEADERSHIP & RESPONSIBILITY SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Athletes that are a junior or senior in athletic eligibility standing in their respective sport program(s). Be at least 21 years of age by the first day of classes in the academic year in which they receive the scholarship. Recipient must be enrolled at Western and in good academic standing with a minimum 3.0 GPA, and be a member of a Western State College intercollegiate athletic team. They must be eligible to compete under NCAA and RMAC rules and regulations, and clear a back-ground check conducted by the Office of Student Affairs.
Provided by:
Miller Brewing Company/Colorado Beverage Distributing Inc.
Amount:
$2,500
Selected by:
Athletic Director or Assistant Athletic Director for Internal Operations and Compliance, Assistant Athletic Director/Senior Woman Administrator, Assistant Athletic Director for Media and External Relations, Faculty Athletic Representative, one professional member of Student Affairs/Campus Life, two members of the Student Athlete Advisory Committee (one male and one female).
Application:
Hand deliver application form which includes a letter of application, resume, support materials/portfolio demonstrating leadership and involvement activities, and three letters of reference to:
Champion Leader and Responsibility Scholarship Program Selection Committee
Attn. Loretta
Athletic Department
210 Paul Wright Gymnasium
Western State College
Gunnison, Colorado 81231
*CHARLESWORTH, WILLIAM MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
The applicant has applied to and has been accepted for admission to Western State. The applicant has demonstrated a need for financial assistance. The applicant has demonstrated an interest and is active in inter-collegiate athletics. Preference should be given to entering freshmen; however, all classes, freshmen through senior, are eligible. Preference should be given to applicants whose study time is limited by family obligations or the need to earn income. No preference should be given based on the sex of the applicant. Preference should be given to applicants from Delta County, Colorado, or from the Western Slope of Colorado.
Provided by:
Established with the Western State College Foundation to perpetuate the memory of William Charlesworth, a 1954 graduate of Western State College. The express purpose of the fund is to provide financial assistance to student-athletes pursuing majors in mathematics or related natural sciences.
Amount:
$1,400 annually (depending on funds available).
Selected by:
Chaired by the chairman of Mathematics and Computer Information Science and shall include a representative from the Athletic Department appointed by the Athletic Director. A representative from the Natural Sciences Deptartment shall be on the selection committee.
Application:
Applications are available in the Department of Sciences and the Athletic Department.
CHERRY, DENVER MEMORIAL ACCOUNTING SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Accounting majors, Jr or Sr status, full-time students with a GPA of 3.0 or greater and demonstrate academic promise.
Provided by:
Family of Denver Cherry.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available (approximate award $500).
Selected by:
Business Dept.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Department of Business, Accounting and Economics Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting and Economics. Application must be submitted by March 20th.
COLEMAN, PAUL JR. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Colorado residents who are Gunnison High School graduates. Must be full-time WSC student and have maintained a 3.2 GPA or greater as a GHS graduate, or a 3.0 GPA as a WSC student.
Provided by:
Mirta M. Coleman, Julia Cockrill and Hazel Dickey, Ed.D.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available (approximately $750).
Selected by:
Donor Scholarship Committee in cooperation with the Western State Foundation and the Director of Financial Aid.
Application:
Complete and submit The Paul Coleman, Jr. Scholarship application which is available in the Office of Financial Aid and the GHS Guidance Office. A teacher recommendation form and a one page essay will be needed to complete the application.
*COMPUTER SCIENCE, THE FACULTY SCHOLARSHIP IN
Available to:
Students who have successfully completed a minimum of 24 credits at WSC and at least 6 credits of Computer Science that apply toward the major. Must be a declared major in Computer Information Science with an emphasis in Information Science. Must have a GPA of 3.0 or greater in Math and Computer Science courses at WSC that apply toward the major. Must be enrolled for at least 9 credits at WSC during the semester of application. Selection shall be based on GPA, character, financial need and contribution to the Computer Science Program.
Provided by:
A gift from Daniel and Roselyn Schuster.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available (approximate award $600).
Selected by:
Donor Scholarship Committee.
Application:
Complete and return a letter of application addressing their suitability for the award, a letter of recommendation from a member of the Mathematics and Computer Information Science Dept and a current copy of their WSC transcript to the M.C.I.S. Dept.
COPE/CHEVRON SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
English majors at Western State College who have full junior or senior standing and who have completed or are currently completing two full years as a student of a modern language other than English.
Provided by:
Dr. John Cope, Sr., long-time employee of Chevron Corporation and father of John Q. Cope, Associate Professor emeritus of English at Western State College.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Scholarship Selection Committee of the Department of Communication Arts, Languages and Literature.
Application:
Submit a letter of application and a letter of recommendation from a member of the Department of Communication Arts, Languages and Literature to the Scholarship Selection Committee, Department of Communication Arts, Languages and Literature. Deadline is April 1st.
COX, JAMES H. BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Declared majors in Business Administration, Jr or Sr status, full-time students with a GPA of 2.0 - 2.5 preferred. Student needs to be recommended by 1 or more WSC Business division faculty. Preference given to members of Delta Sigma Pi, New York State Residents and Community College graduates.
Provided by:
James H Cox 1966 and 1968 graduate of WSC.
Amount:
1 award for $1000.
Selected by:
Department of Business, Accounting and Economics.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Department of Business, Accounting and Economics Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting and Economics. Application must be submitted by March 20th.
CRESTED BUTTE MUSIC FESTIVAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Majors from any discipline who are participating in WSC music ensemblesProvided by:
Crested Butte Music Festival.Amount:
Award depends on funds available.Selected by:
Music Department Faculty.Application:
Submit completed application to the Music Office, WSC, by April 1st. An audition is required.
THE LT. F. SCOT CRISMON MEMORIAL FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
A student in each academic department who is full-time, carrying at least 15 semester hours. Must have earned a 3.5 GPA in a minimum of 30 semester hours at Western; must have demonstrated leadership abilities.
Provided by:
Family to perpetuate the memory of Western State College alumnus Lt. F. Scot Crismon, Navy fighter pilot who served aboard the attack carrier USS Hancock during the Vietnam conflict.
Amount:
This prestigious award provides a generous stipend.
Selected by:
The Lt. F. Scot Crismon Memorial Foundation Scholarship Committee.
Application:
Procedures published annually by scholarship committee. Please contact Dr. Duane Vandenbusche.
Other:
Funds not available for Summer semester.
DAMSON, F. GEORGE MUSIC AWARD
Available to:
Winner of the Damson Music Performance Competition. Contestants must be music majors who are enrolled in at least 12 credit-hours at WSC and who have written recommendation from their private lesson teachers.Provided by:
Mr. Damson’s daughter, Mary Kay Arbuthnot, and family.Amount:
Award depends on funds available.Selected by:
Music faculty members.Application:
Contest entry forms are available in the music office. Information regarding specific eligibility requirements, performance guidelines, and application deadlines will be posted in Quigley Hall 2-3 months prior to competition.
*de KOEVEND, MABEL MEMORIAL ART SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and be an Art Major. Full-time students, must have completed at least 2 semesters at WSC.
Provided by:
Family members of Mabel de Koevend.
Amount:
Three awards of $800.00 each (1 each for a Sophomore, Junior & Senior).
Selected by:
Art Faculty.
Application:
Complete and submit "The Mabel de Koevend Memorial Art Scholarship application" which is available in the Art Department.
Other:
Scholarship may be renewable.
de KOEVEND, MABEL MEMORIAL MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher and proven musical skills and promise as observed by WSC Music faculty. Full-time students must have completed at least 2 semesters at WSC and must participate in musical organizations associated with their major performance medium. Preference given to Music majors. However, student with exceptional music ability will be considered. Preference given to band students. However, vocal and string musicians will be considered. Preference given to Colorado Residents, non-residents may also be considered.
Provided by:
Family members of Mabel de Koevend.
Amount:
Awards depend on funds available.
Selected by:
Music Faculty.
Application:
Complete and submit Music Scholarship application which is available in the Music Department.
Other:
Scholarship may be renewable.
DECKER, BOB BASKETBALL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Current or entering students who are an active member of the Western State College Men´s Basketball Team.
Provided by:
The Western State College Foundation and contributions to the Bob Decker Basketball Scholarship Fund.
Amount:
$1,000.00 for the academic year.
Selected by:
Men´s Basketball Coach.
Application:
Men´s Basketball Coach.
DEGUTIS, ERNEST MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full-time students at WSC who are Juniors or Seniors. Must be a declared major in Exercise and Sport Science. Must have a GPA of 3.0 or greater. Show outstanding achievement in four of the following five areas; Special Talents, Leadership, Obstacles Overcome, Community Service and Unique Endeavors.
Provided by:
The estate and family of Ernest Degutis.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
WSC Exercise and Sport Science faculty in consultation with the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid as needed.
Application:
Application guidelines are available from the RESS Administrative Assistant. Deadline is the last Monday in March.
DELTA SIGMA PI ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full-time students majoring in Business Administration or Accounting; must achieve and maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Preference will be given to members in good standing of Zeta Kappa Chapter of Delta Sigma Pi.
Provided by:
Gunnison Alumni Club of Delta Sigma Pi. Alumni of Delta Sigma Pi Fraternity have been associated with the College for over 25 years and desire to continue to serve the College and the Department of Business and Accounting.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Department of Business, Accounting & Economics faculty.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Department of Business, Accounting and Economics Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting and Economics. Application must be submitted by March 20th.
DEPP, STEPHEN PAUL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Non-traditional students enrolled as a business major with a GPA of 3.0
Provided by:
The Depp family (Paul ’74 and Roberta) and friends to honor the memory of Stephen Paul Depp
Amount:
Award depends on funds available
Selected by:
Depar(t)ment of Business, Accounting and Economics
Application:
Complete and submit the "Department of Business, Accounting and Economics Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting and Economics. Application must be submitted by March 20th.
DORGAN, WILLIAM E. MEMORIAL MATH SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full-time students at WSC. Must be a declared major in Mathematics. Must have a GPA of 3.0 or greater.
Provided by:
The estate and family to celebrate the memory of William E. Dorgan.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
WSC Math faculty in consultation with the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid as needed
Application:
Complete and return a letter of application addressing their suitability for the award to the Math Dept.
EASTMAN, DONALD S. BUSINESS SCHOPLARSHIP
Available to:
Western State College students who are majoring in Accounting or Economics and have earned at least 30 hours at WSC.
Provided by:
Don Eastman.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Western State College Business Department.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Department of Business, Accounting and Economics Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting and Economics. Application must be submitted by March 20th.
*EASTMAN NEW STUDENT AWARD IN OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP AND RESORT MANAGEMENT
Available to:
This award seeks to recognize and encourage Outdoor Leadership & Resort Management majors who show diversity and outstanding achievement in the recreation field. Students must have a 3.0 cumulative grade point average and a 21 ACT or 990 SAT. Students must also show a documented commitment to recreation as their major field of study at Western.Must show outstanding achievement in at least three of the following five areas:
- § Special Recreational Talents
- § Unique Recreational Endeavors
- § Obstacles Overcome
- § Community Service
- § Leadership
Provided by:
Don Eastman.
Amount:
$500
Selected by:
Western Outdoor Leadership and Resort Management Faculty.
Application:
Applications are sent to all accepted freshmen Recreation majors who meet the requirements in the spring. Application form and typed essay addressing at least three of the following areas should be sent to Dr. Kevin Nelson, OLRM Program, Western State College. Deadline is March 31, 2008. Amount of scholarship is $500. Click here for an application
ENCANA OIL & GAS (USA) INC.
Available to:
Full-time students that have been accepted in the PLRM program. Financial need will be considered.
Provided by:
Encana Oil & Gas (USA) Inc.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available (approximately three scholarships of $3,000 each).
Selected by:
Chair(s) of the PLRM Program.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Professional Land And Resource Management Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting & Economics. Applications must be submitted by February 22nd.
FAIR, SCHOLARSHIP IN MODERN LANGUAGES
Available to:
Colorado Resident and US citizen. Declared Foreign language major preferred or a minor with strong interest in studies of other cultures. Awards will be awarded to incoming Freshman who demonstrates a strong interest in and an aptitude for foreign languages. Balance of awards given to students who obtained at least Sophomore standing. Must have 3.0 GPA or better and demonstrate financial need. Scholarship may be renewable. Cultural diversity shall be valued in making award decisions.
Provided by:
Dr. Jeane Fair, Professor of Modern Languages from 1948-65, in memory of her parents.
Amount:
Depending on funds available.
Selected by:
Department of Modern Languages.
Application:
Submit a letter of application, transcript and essay addressing the applicant's interests, career goals, community involvement and the role that past, present and\or future study of modern language has played or will play in the applicants future. Complete and return a scholarship application to the Dept of Modern Languages by April 1st.
FERCHAU, HUGO A. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
A full-time student at Western State College. Must maintain a cumulative GPA average of 3.0 and have obtained at least sophomore status. Must demonstrate an interest and capability to pursue studies and/or research in the area of botany and native plant research. Preference will be given to those with financial need.
Provided by:
Family and friends to honor Dr. Ferchau for the never-ending assistance he gave to students at Western.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available (Anticipated award $2400).
Selected by:
Sciences Scholarship Selection Committee.
Application:
Complete and submit the Science Scholarship Application to the Chair, Department of Natural and Environmental Sciences. Applications available in the Science Department and Financial Aid Office.
FIDELITY CHARITABLE GIFT FUND
Available to:
Full-time students that have been accepted in the PLRM program. Financial need may be considered.
Provided by:
MDU Resources Foundation and Fidelity Exploration & Production Company.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available (approximately $600).
Selected by:
Chair(s) of the PLRM Program.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Professional Land And Resource Management Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting & Economics. Application must be submitted by February 22nd.
*FINHOLM, WILLIAM A. AWARD
Available to:
Students involved in the Western State College track and field program. Must have a 3.0 GPA and be a Colorado resident.
Provided by:
Family and friends to perpetuate with affection and respect the memory of William A. "Billy" Finholm, a team leader and an inspiration to fellow students.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Western State College Athletic Department.
Application:
Contact Western State Track Coach or Athletic Director.
GERHARDT, CHARLES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
An outstanding junior student studying in the Department of Art and Music or the Department of Communication Arts, Languages, and Literature. Selection will be based on creativity, contribution, scholarship and leadership in the arts.
Provided by:
Family and friends to honor the memory of one of Western's most outstanding students and to perpetuate his name as a symbol to other young men and women of outstanding achievement.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Scholarship Selection Committee of the Department of Art and Music or Scholarship Selection Committee of the Department of Communication Arts, Language and Literature.
Application:
Submit a letter of application and a letter of recommendation from a faculty member in the appropriate department to the chairperson of the appropriate department. Deadline is April 1st.
Other:
Award is rotated among the two departments. For Spring 2008 submit your application to the chairman of the Department of Modern Language.
GOODMAN, DONALD A. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Student hired as an RA who has demonstrated financial need.
Provided by:
Family and friends of Donald Goodman.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Western State College Housing Director, Dean of Students and WSCF representative.
Application:
A copy of the completed RA application form should be sent to The Director of Residence Life along with a letter indicating interest in this scholarship no later than August 1st. A copy of the student's FAFSA should be attached to the application.
GROSLAND, AUGUST J. ART ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Students majoring in Art. Must be a full-time student who has completed a minimum of 30 hours.
Provided by:
Dr. "Gus" Grosland, Professor of Art and Chairman of the Art Department for many years.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Western State College Art Program Faculty.
Application:
A letter expressing applicant's goals and how the award would help reach those goals should be submitted to the Department of Art and Music.
GUNNISON ENERGY CORPORATION
Available to:
Full-time students that have obtained junior or senior status and have been accepted in the PLRM program. Financial need may be considered. Students must be from Western Colorado.
Provided by:
Gunnison Energy Corporation.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available (approximately $950).
Selected by:
Chair(s) of the PLRM Program.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Professional Land And Resource Management Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting & Economics. Application must be submitted by February 22nd.
*GUNNISON SAVINGS AND LOAN SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and be a Business, Accounting or Economics Major. Must also be a member of GS&L.
Provided by:
Donation from Gunnison Savings & Loan.
Amount:
$750
Selected by:
Dept of Business, Accounting & Economics.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Department of Business, Accounting and Economics Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting and Economics. Application must be submitted by March 20th.
GUNNISON VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Colorado resident who is majoring in music. Must participate in Honors Band.
Provided by:
A match from the Gunnison Volunteer Fire Dept.
Amount:
Award depends on availability of funds.
Selected by:
Western State College Department of Art and Music.
Application:
Audition during Honors Band Weekend.
HALEY, GLEN W. & BORLAND, DR. LOIS, ENGLISH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Upper division English majors who have maintained a 3.0 GPA. Recipient must be dedicated to and have demonstrated exceptional ability in some genre of creating writing, including, but not necessarily limited to: fiction, literary non-fiction, poetry, playwriting (as judged by the English Department faculty).
Provided by:
The estate of Evelyn L. Haley.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
The English Department faculty in consultation with the Director of Financial Aid.
Application:
Scholarship applications and details will be available in the Department of Communication Arts, Languages, and Literature. Inquiries and applications may be addressed to:
Selection Committee
c/o Dr. Alina Luna
The Glen Haley and Dr. Lois Borland English Memorial Scholarship
Communication Arts, Languages, and Literature Department
Western State College, Gunnison, CO 81231
*HANSEN, DR. KENNETH H. MEMORIAL EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Must be a full-time student with a GPA of 3.0 or greater and a non-traditional student as defined by the WIT Program (either starting or resuming their education). Should be studying in WSC Education Program in order to become a teacher. Must demonstrate appropriate abilities, skills and promise as observed by WSC Education Faculty. Preference shall be given to students with financial need.
Provided by:
Mary Alice Hansen and her family to celebrate the memory of her late husband Kenneth.
Amount:
Depending on funds available.
Selected by:
Education Faculty.
Application:
Submit letter of application to the Education Department by April 1st.
HAVERLY, F. S. ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full-time Business, Accounting or Economics majors. Recipients must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or better and have completed, or will complete 60 credit hours at WSC by semester end in which scholarship is awarded. Students must have financial need.
Provided by:
A gift from F.S. Haverly who was an Accounting professor at Western for over 20 years.
Amount:
One scholarship for $1000 or two scholarships for $500.
Selected by:
Western State Business Department.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Department of Business, Accounting and Economics Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting and Economics. Application must be submitted by March 20th.
HEINY, LLOYD MEMORIAL MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full-time students with a declared or a plan to declare a Music major. Must have a 3.0 GPA or better and proven music abilities, skills, and promise as observed by WSC Music faculty. Must participate in musical organizations associated with their major performance medium. Preference shall be given to students with financial need.
Provided by:
Dorothy Dye Heiny to celebrate her late husband Lloyd.
Amount:
Depending on funds available.
Selected by:
WSC Music Faculty.
Application:
Complete and return a Music Scholarship application to the Music Office by April 1st.
IRWIN, JAMES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP IN ARCHITECTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN
Available to:
Art major with an Architecture or Environmental Design emphasis with a GPA of 3.0 or greater. Must be in need of financial assistance and show a dedication to excellence.
Provided by:
Family and Friends of James Irwin.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Art Department Faculty.
Application:
Complete & return the James Irwin Memorial Scholarship application to the Department of Art.
*JOHNSON, BRUCE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Colorado residents who have been accepted for admittance to Western or a full-time Western student; a minimum 2.5 high school GPA. Must be enrolled in band at Western while receiving the scholarship.
Provided by:
Family and friends of Bruce who died suddenly during his freshman year. Since Bruce was unable to fulfill his dreams, the family wishes to help other students achieve their goals.
Amount:
$2,000 for one academic year.
Selected by:
Department of Art and Music.
Application:
Available from the Office of Financial Aid or Department of Art and Music. Candidates may also be identified by Western Music Program Faculty and/or high school band directors or counselors by submitting letters of recommendation to the Chair, Department of Art and Music. Applications and/or letters should include a complete transcript.
Other: Recipient must maintain a 2.5 GPA at Western in order to qualify for subsequent payments during the year.
JULIO, MARSHA T. ART SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Outstanding junior or senior female art students. Minimum cumulative GPA of at least 2.5.
Provided by:
Family and friends of Marsha Julio, spouse of long- time WSC Art Professor Pat Julio.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
WSC Art Scholarship Selection Committee.
Application:
Please contact WSC Department of Art and Music.
KAPPA DELTA MU SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Participants in intercollegiate athletics with a minimum 2.5 GPA and demonstrated financial need.
Provided by:
Kappa Delta Mu.
Amount:
Depends on available funds. Scholarships for one male and one female.
Selected by:
WSC Athletic Director, with input from the WSC Foundation Financial Manager, a local KDM alumnus, and a faculty member.
Application:
Coaches shall nominate possible recipients to the WSC Athletic Director by April 1st.
KIEFER, BRIAN L. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Must be a junior or senior member of the WSC Men´s Intercollegiate Basketball team, must demonstrate leadership both on and off the basketball court, must maintain a 3.0 GPA or better, and must maintain a well-rounded educational experience. Extracurricular involvement (outside basketball) will be considered.
Provided by:
Established to perpetuate the memory of Brian L. Kiefer who was an outstanding example of leadership, academic achievement and athletic ability. To recognize outstanding scholarship, citizenship and athletic ability, and to encourage students to continue their education at Western State College.
Amount:
$750.00 per semester. Applicants must reapply and show they have maintained the required eligibilty in order to recieve the scholarship for the second semester. The recipient shall have his name inscribed on the Brian L. Keifer plaque displayed in Paul Wright Gymnasium.
Selected by:
The WSC Men´s Basketball Coach, the Athletic Director, the Director of Information, a representative of the Department of Business and Accounting (to be appointed by the Chairman of the Department), the Executive Director of the WSC Foundation and a representative of the Kiefer Family.
Application:
Candidates for this scholarship are nominated by the WSC Head Basketball Coach. The selection committee will review, and possibly interview applicants by April 15.
KILLIAN, DAVID AND SHIRLEY MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Music majors, must have obtained a 3.0 cumulative GPA and be an active participant in the Department of Art and Music activities and organizations.
Provided by:
Shirley Killian, a graduate of Western State College (B.A. in Education, 1940) and her late husband, David who earned both his B.A. (Music Education, 1939) and M.A. (Education, 1946) degrees from Western State College.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Western State College Department of Art and Music.
Application:
Available in the Department of Art and Music Office and the Office of Financial Aid. Submit completed application to the Office of Financial Aid or Department of Art and Music office by April 1 deadline.
KINCAID, JOHN & GEORGIE INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full-time students at Western who can demonstrate financial need and have musical ability/promise. Must also be a full-time participant in the Symphonic Band or Orchestra.Provided by:
John and Georgie Kincaid and friends.Amount:
Award depends on funds available.Selected by:
The Director of Music.Application:
Submit completed application to the Music Office, WSC, by April 1st. An audition is required.
*KIWANIS CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
Applications available through local Kiwanis clubs. (Gunnison High Students should contact their high school counselor.)
KLINGSMITH, PHIL AND JOANN ECONOMICS SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full-time students with a declared major in Economics.
Provided by:
Phil and JoAnn Klingsmith.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Economics Faculty.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Department of Business, Accounting and Economics Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting and Economics. Application must be submitted by March 20th. Economics faculty shall consider financial need in awarding of scholarship.
*KNIGHT, SOPHIE HAMRICK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Western students who have established financial need and a positive attitude; must demonstrate interest and potential in becoming a teacher. Preference will be given to freshmen, but open to students in all classes and to high school graduates who may not be eligible for other scholarships awarded to top 5% of graduating class.
Provided by:
Her son, V. Robert Kerr, to perpetuate the memory of Sophie Simpson Knight, an outstanding example of academic achievement, citizenship, and an exemplar of courage and dedication in the pursuit of education and knowledge. Mrs. Knight's association with Western began in 1944 and continued for more than 20 years, graduating with an A.B. and a Life Certificate in 1957 at the age of 64.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Western State College Education Department.
Application:
Submit a letter of application to the Education Department by their announced deadline.
KREGEL, KATHLEEN SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full-time female Business, Accounting or Economics majors, who are Colorado residents. Recipients must maintain a GPA of 3.2 or better and have recipient-year class standing of sophomore through senior. Students must have financial need.
Provided by:
Kathleen M. Kregel ('87 MBA) & James R. Smith.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available (anticipated award $950).
Selected by:
Western State Business Department.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Department of Business, Accounting and Economics Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting and Economics. Application must be submitted by March 20th.
*LAWRENCE, A. W. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Students majoring in Biology or Chemistry.
Provided by:
Family and friends of Aubrey W. Lawrence who served as Professor of Chemistry and Chairman of the Division of Natural Science and Mathematics.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available. (Anticipated award $150)
Selected by:
Science Scholarship Selection Committee.
Application:
Complete and submit the Science Scholarship Application to the Chair, Department of Natural and Environmental Sciences. Applications available in the Science Department and Financial Aid Office.
*LIAISON COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIPS
Available to:
A child or spouse of a permanent, full-time WSC classified employee. Employee must be permanent and full-time at the time of spouse's or child's scholarship application and must have been employed as a permanent and full-time employee for at least one year preceeding child's or spouse's application. Must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 and have a minimum of the same in thier prior academic work.
Provided by:
WSC Liaison Council.
Amount:
Award depends on available funds.
Selected by:
Liaison Council Scholarship Committee.
Application:
Complete and submit a letter of application verifying their eligibility along with an unofficial transcript to the Chair, WSC Liaison Council.
Other:
The classified employee of the recipient must volunteer a minimum of 2 hours of work in support of a Liaison Council sponsored event.
LIGHT, DR. MASON AND BETTY SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Recipient must be a junior or senior and a full-time student attending Western State College for the term following the scholarship award; must have obtained at least a 3.0 GPA; must be engaged in pre-medical studies.
Provided by:
Dr. Mason Light, who served the college community for over forty years while he was a practicing physician in Gunnison. He and his wife established this scholarship.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available (Anticipated award $1200).
Selected by:
Donor Scholarship Committee (Family of Mason Light) in cooperation with Western State Foundation and the Director of Financial Aid.
Application:
Complete and submit the Science Scholarship Application to the Chair, Department of Natural and Environmental Sciences. Application available in the Science Department and Financial Aid Office.
LITTLE, ROBERT AND GLORIA MEMORIAL BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Declared majors in Business, Accounting and Economics, full-time students with a GPA of 2.8 or greater. Have both academic promise and financial need.
Provided by:
Robert Little in memory of Gloria Little.
Amount:
14 awards of $500.00 each.
Selected by:
Department of Business, Accounting and Economics.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Department of Business, Accounting and Economics Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting and Economics. Application must be submitted by March 20th.
LIVERMORE, CHARLES H., MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
History majors; must have a 3.2 cumulative GPA; must be a full-time junior or senior student having completed 30 credit hours at Western State College. Scholarship and intellectual inquisitiveness are major considerations.
Provided by:
Family and friends of Dr. Charles Livermore, who was an extraordinary teacher, scholar, and administrator, was a professor of history and chairman of the Social Studies Department at Western State College.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Donor Scholarship Committee (T.L. Livermore) in cooperation with the Western State College Foundation.
Application:
Complete and return a scholarship application to the Dept of History by April 1st.
LONG, JOHN S. SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Juniors and Seniors in the Professional Land and Resource Management Program who have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better.
Provided by:
The Denver Association of Petroleum Landmen in memory of John S. Long, a well-known and well-loved Landman in the Denver Oil Community.
Amount:
$1000 - $2500
Selected by:
The John S. Long Scholarship Fund Committee
Application:
Contact the Chair of the Professional Land and Resource Management Program. Tenative Scholarship deadline is March 30th of each year.
*LONG, KELLY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Resident of Colorado, who is accepted by WSC admissions and maintained a 3.0 GPA during four years of high school. Must be a participant in intercollegiate wrestling.
Provided by:
The Kelly Long Memorial Scholarship has been established by Mr. and Mrs. Ron Long to accomplish three major purposes. To perpetuate among contemporary young people the memory of Kelly Long, who was an outstanding example of excellence in citizenship and athletics. To reward outstanding scholarship, citizenship and athletic ability among Western State College students. To encourage these outstanding students to continue pursuit of their personal goals and a quality education at Western State College.
Amount:
The dollar amount of the scholarship shall be determined by the WSC Foundation and the Selection Committee, to be distributed over two semesters, one-half awarded at the beginning of each term. Approximately $700 for the academic year.
Selected by:
The Western State College Head Wrestling Coach.
Application:
Submit letter of application to the Head Wrestling Coach at Western State College, Gunnison, CO 81231, no later than April 1st of each year.
MAHAFFEY, JIM SKI SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Members of the Ski Team who have a GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to Juniors and Seniors. The scholarship award will alternate between a participant of the Alpine Ski Team and the Nordic Ski Team.
Provided by:
Jim and Dianne Mahaffey.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
The Western State College Head Ski Coach, in consultation with the Assistant Ski Coach.
MACALLISTER, WSC PRESIDENTIAL STUDENT-ATHLETE SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Student will be selected according to the following criteria (in order):- Must be a student-athlete participating in a varsity sport at Western State College.
- Academic merit (minimum GPA of 3.5 for incoming freshman or 3.2 for current WSC students).
- Involvement in campus activities and/or community service.
Provided by:
Jim MacAllister.Amount:
Award depends on funds available.Selected by:
Western State College Athletic DirectorApplication:
Individuals interested in being considered for the Scholarship must apply through the Department of Athletics by April 1. Application requires a letter of support from the head coach, a letter of application from the individual and a copy of his or her transcripts.
MARK, LEON "OKIE" FOOTBALL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Current or entering students who are an active member of the Western State College Men's Football Team.
Provided by:
Sandra Mark ('86), established this fund in memory of her late husband, Leon Mark ('60), a well-loved leader in the Gunnison Community.
Amount:
$1000 per academic year.
Selected by:
Head Football Coach.
Application:
Head Football Coach.
MARTIN, MIKE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Environmental Studies majors who have a GPA of 3.0 or above. Preference will be given to a resident of Crested Butte, Colorado. If no applicants meet this requirement, preference will be given to a resident of Gunnison, Colorado. If no applicants meet the criteria, applicants must be a resident of Colorado.Provided by:
The Michael Martin Community Fund.Amount:
$3,000Selected by:
The Environmental Studies Department faculty in consultation with the Director of Financial Aid.Application:
Obtain, complete, and return the Mike Martin Memorial Scholarship application by April 1st of each year. This application is available at www.western.edu/environmentalstudies/scholarships.html, the ENVS website. You may also contact the Director of Environmental Studies with any questions.*MASONIC SCHOLARSHIP
Applications are available from local Masonic chapters.
MATHEMATICAL STUDIES SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Students who have successfully completed a minimum of 24 credits at WSC and at least 6 credits that apply toward the major. Must be a declared major in Mathematics. Must have a GPA of 3.0 or greater in Math at WSC that apply toward the major. Must be enrolled for at least 9 credits at WSC during the semester of application. Financial need and the student's contribution to the math program will also be considered.
Provided by:
Donations from the Mathematical Faculty.
Amount:
Varies depending upon funds available.
Selected by:
Donor Scholarship Committee.
Application:
Complete and return a letter of application addressing their suitability for the award, a letter of recommendation from a member of the Mathematics and Computer Information Science Departments and a current copy of their WSC transcript to the MCIS Dept.
MCKENNY, CASEY JAMES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full-time students at WSC who are Juniors or Seniors (qualified Juniors shall be given preference over Seniors). Must be a declared major in Department of Natural and Environmental Sciences. Must maintain a GPA of 3.2 or greater. Recipients must follow Casey's example of academic promise, love for the outdoors and service to fellow students demonstrated by volunteering in the community and involvement in campus activities and service.
Provided by:
Gifts by Bill and Monica McKenny, Casey's parents, as well as other family members and friends.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
WSC NAES faculty in consultation with the Dean of Students and Bill and Monica McKenny.
Application:
Complete and submit the Science Scholarship Application to the Chair, Department of Natural and Environmental Sciences.
MENZER, FRED J. JR. GEOLOGY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Geology majors who are committed to the timely and enthusiastic pursuit of a Geology degree. Must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Provided by:
Art H. Menzer
Amount:
$500
Selected by:
Western State College Geology Faculty
Application:
Geology faculty review geology majors for consideration.
MIKESELL SCHOLARSHIP IN ACCOUNTING
Available to:
Students with a declared majors in Accounting. Colorado residents and US citizens. Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater, and demonstrate financial need. Preference placed on students who attended High School in communities with a population of less than 10,000. Scholarship may be renewable.
Provided by:
Greg and Monica Mikesell.
Amount:
1 award for $1200.
Selected by:
Accounting Faculty.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Department of Business, Accounting and Economics Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting and Economics. Application must be submitted by March 20th.
*MILHEIM, WAYNE H. SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Undergraduates majoring or minoring in music; students must be recommended by one or more members of the Western music faculty. Preference will be given to incoming freshmen, however members of all classes may apply.
Provided by:
Wayne Milheim, a long time friend and philanthropist to the Western State College Music Department, who received his B.M. degree from the Chicago Conservancy of Music in 1950 and his M.A. from Western State College in 1966.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Western State College Department of Art and Music.
Application:
Available in the Department of Art and Music Office. Submit completed application to the Department of Art and Music by April 1st.
MILLER, MARSHALL BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Business majors who demonstrate financial need.
Provided by:
Marshall Miller.
Amount:
Depending on funds available.
Selected by:
Department of Business, Accounting and Economics.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Department of Business, Accounting and Economics Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting and Economics. Application must be submitted by March 20th.
MITCHELL, VALERIE ANN MEMORIAL ENGLISH SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full time students majoring in English who have earned a 3.5 GPA in a minimum of 75 semester hours. Students should also be able to demonstrate the highest standards of personal conduct, leadership within the division, academic achievement, and potential for service to mankind.
Provided by:
An anonymous donor to perpetuate among contemporary young people the memory of Valerie Ann Mitchell, who was an outstanding example of performance in scholarship and citizenship.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available (Anticipated award $150).
Selected by:
Scholarship Selection committee, Department of Communication Arts, Languages and Literature.
Application:
Submit a letter of application and a letter of recommendation from a member of the English faculty to the chair of the Department of communication Arts, Language and Literature. Also, include a copy of high school and/or college transcripts.
MITCHELL, VALERIE ANN MEMORIAL GEOLOGY SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Students majoring in Geology who have completed their junior year of study at Western State College. Must be able to demonstrate high GPA and leadership potential within the field of geology.
Provided by:
The parents and friends of Valerie Mitchell who died in an accident at the end of her junior year.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available. (Anticipated award $200)
Selected by:
Western State College Geology Faculty.
Application:
Geology faculty review geology majors for consideration.
MONCRIEF PETROLEUM GEOLOGY SCHOLARSHIP, FRESHMAN
Available to:
Incoming Freshman students with an interest in working in the petroleum industry with a declared major in geology. Highschool GPA of 3.25 or higher and an ACT composite of 25 or greater. Renewable for up to four years with continuing progress made toward a degree in Comprehensive or Petroleum Geology, full time status and a cumulative 3.0 GPA overall.
Provided by:
W. A. “Tex” Moncrief, Jr.
Amount:
$1,500 a year for up to four years
Selected by:
Western State College Geology faculty
Application:
Geology faculty review geology majors for consideration.
MONCRIEF PETROLEUM GEOLOGY SCHOLARSHIP, TRANSFER STUDENTS
Available to:
Sudents transfering to Western State College, with an interest in working in the petroleum industry with a declared major in geology. Completiong of at least 45 credit hours, GPA of 3.25 or higher and an ACT composite of 25 or greater. Renewable for up to two years with continuing progress made toward a degree in Comprehensive or Petroleum Geology, full time status and a cumulative 3.0 GPA overall.
Provided by:
W. A. “Tex” Moncrief, Jr.
Amount:
$1,500 a year for up to two years
Selected by:
Western State College Geology faculty
Application:
Geology faculty review geology majors for consideration.
MOYLE, RICHARD W. AND BELVA R. GEOLOGY SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Students majoring in Geology with a 3.0 GPA or higher. Must have academic promise and financial need.
Provided by:
Richard W. and Belva Moyle.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Western State College Geology Faculty.
Application:
Complete and return The Science Scholarship Application to the Chair of the Natural and Environmental Sciences department by April 1st. The application is available in the Science department.
MULTI-CULTURAL AWARENESS SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
All full-time, Colorado residents who have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5. Must be able to demonstrate a contribution or promotion of diversity on campus or in home community.
Provided by:
Western State College.
Amount:
Approximately 25 awards at a $1,000 minimum.
Selected by:
Western State College Scholarship Committee (Director of Financial Aid and Director of Multi- Cultural Affairs).
Application:
Available in the Office of Financial Aid or Multi- Cultural Affairs.
MYERS, BUS MEMORIAL FOOTBALL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full time student at WSC who is an active member of the WSC Football Team. Must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or better.
Provided by:
Established by Mrs. Evelyn Myers and Ms. Cindie Myers to provide scholarship assistance to the football student-athletes of Western State College. This scholarship celebrates the memory of Lowell Herndon "Bus" Myers (WSC '40). Western State College is proud that there will always be a football player in a Mountaineer uniform in the name of Lowell "Bus" Myers.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Head Football coach in consultation with his staff and the Athletic Director.
Application:
Individuals interested in being considered for the scholarship must apply through the Department of Athletics by April 1st.
NAUMAN, JAMES D. SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full-time, Colorado residents who have a major in a field within the Department of Natural & Environmental Sciences. Must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 and demonstrated financial need.
Provided by:
Dr. James Nauman, who attended Western from 1945-49.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available (Anticipated award $2000).
Selected by:
Sciences Scholarship Selection Committee.
Application:
Complete and submit the Science Scholarship Application to the Chair, Department of Natural and Environmental Sciences. Application is available in the Science Department and Financial Aid Office.
NAUMAN, JAMES D. ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full-time students who have a major in a Environmental Studies. Must have made a significant contribution towards environmental stewardship while at WSC. Students must demonstrate academic achievement and progress towards Environmental studies major.
Provided by:
Dr. James Nauman, who attended Western from 1945-49.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available (Anticipated award $500).
Selected by:
Environmental Studies Council.
Application:
Complete and submit the Nauman Environmental Studies Scholars Application to the Director of the Environmental Studies Program. Application is available in the BASS Department.
*PEDERSON/WRIGHT/BORAH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Available to:
Full-time student or must have been accepted for admission to WSC. Must be a scholar/athlete, i.e. must participate in an intercollegiate sport; must have a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher; must demonstrate leadership qualities both as an athlete and as a student; priority will be given to football, basketball, wrestling and skiing, however all male intercollegiate sports participants are eligible.
Provided by:
This fund was established to honor three great men in the history of WSC athletics- men whose impact on the college and on the hundreds of students with whom they worked will last forever: Willard "Pete" Pederson, Paul W. Wright and Leroy "Tracy" Borah.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available. Approximately $1000 for the academic year.
Selected by:
WSC Athletic Director, WSC Faculty Athletic Representative, a female member of the coaching staff or faculty, and Candi Borah for as long as she is willing and able to serve.
Application:
Nominations by Western head coaches are submitted to the Committee Chairman by March 15th.
*PEO CLUB
Application should be made through local clubs.
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PORTER, MARJORIE MEMORIAL MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full-time, vocal music major; must maintain a 2.5 GPA or greater.
Provided by:
Her husband, other family members and friends to perpetuate her memory. Marjorie Porter, a graduate of Western State College, was involved in the College and Gunnison community for more than fifty years. A talented musician, writer, and artist, she maintained a life-long interest in vocal music performance.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Western State College Department of Art and Music.
Application:
Application forms are available in the Office of Financial Aid and the Department of Art and Music Office. Deadline for application is April 1st.
*PORTER, RALPH E. ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full-time students at Western State College; must be a varsity athlete competing in an intercollegiate sport. Priority for selection will be football, basketball, skiing and track. Must maintain a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Provided by:
Established by Ralph E. Porter to assist selected athletes with the payment of tuition charges and living expenses while a full time student at WSC.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available. Approximately $500 for the academic year.
Selected by:
The Athletic Director, the Chairman of the Department of Recreation and Exercise & Sport Science and the Executive Director of the WSC Foundation.
Application:
Nominations from each head coach are to be submitted to the Director of Athletics no later than April 1st.
*PORTER, RALPH E. BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full-time Business Administration majors. Recipients must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or better.
Provided by:
Ralph Porter who was associated with Western State College for more than sixty years. He worked directly to serve the College as a student, Secretary to the President, Treasurer, and Business Manager.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Western State College Business, Accounting & Economics Department.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Department of Business, Accounting and Economics Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting and Economics. Application must be submitted by March 20th.
PRAXL, HANNAH E. AWARD
Available to:
Junior or senior women who are full-time students majoring in physical education or recreation; and have a 3.2 GPA.
Provided by:
Friends, faculty, and alumni in recognition of Ms. Hannah E. Praxl's long and illustrious service as a member of the Division of Health, Physical Education and Recreation at Western.
Amount:
$100
Selected by:
Western State College Exercise & Sport Science Department.
Application:
Exercise & Sport Science Faculty review junior and senior sutdents for consideration.
QUESTAR EXPLORATION & PRODUCTION COMPANY SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full-time students that have been accepted in the PLRM program. Financial need may be considered.
Provided by:
Questar Exploration and Production Company.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available (two scholarships of approximately $2,500 each).
Selected by:
Chair(s) of the PLRM Program.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Professional Land And Resource Management Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting & Economics. Applications must be submitted by February 22nd.
RANDALL, EDWIN H. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Seniors at Western State College who are active members of intercollegiate sports teams, who plan to teach. Must demonstrate superior academic performance; must maintain an overall GPA of 3.0. Must exhibit, in the classroom and in the athletic arena, outstanding character and leadership abilities.
Provided by:
Established to honor the memory of WSC Professor, Ed "Doc" Randall. Dr. Randall placed great value in both academics and athletics. This award was conceived to reward a student-athlete who has made admirable progress in teaching or coaching fields.
Amount:
$500 per academic year.
Selected by:
Western State College Scholarship Committee (VP Public and Student Affairs).
Application:
Each head coach of an intercollegiate sport may nominate one athlete from his/her team by March 29th.
RANSON, JEAN VOCAL MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Undergraduate, vocal music majors who are outstanding Western State College sophomore or junior students. Must demonstrate unique talents in voice performance.
Provided by:
Family and friends as a memorial to Jean who participated in and supported a variety of choral and concert activities in Gunnison for many years.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
The Music faculty selection committee.
Application:
Awarded by audition. Contact the Department of Art and Music by April 1st.
REDDING, EDWYL MEMORIAL PIANO AND ORGAN SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Available to:
Western State College students pursuing instruction in piano or organ.
Provided by:
A bequest in Miss Redding's estate and from gifts from former students, colleagues, and friends. Edwyl Redding was one of Western's most loved music professors. She joined the faculty in 1918 and for the next 42 years she played a significant role in the development of the College. Professor and administrator, Ms. Redding's legacy to Western include two musical compositions, "Alma Mater- Western State College of Colorado" and "Ode To Western," the official hymn of the College.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Western State College Department of Art and Music.
Application:
Available in the Office of Financial Aid and the Department of Art and Music Office. Submit completed application forms to Office of Financial Aid or Department of Art and Music by April 1st.
REED, J. RALPH BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Declared majors in Business, Accounting and Economics. Must be a full-time student with a GPA of 3.5 or greater. Must demonstrate academic promise and financial need. Students who have distingushed themselves as people of strong character and morals. Preference given to those actively involved in the department.
Provided by:
LIATIS Foundation.
Amount:
Awards based on funds available.
Selected by:
Department of Business, Accounting and Economics.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Department of Business, Accounting and Economics Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting and Economics. Application must be submitted by March 20th.
RICE, ETHEL M. ART SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Must be a full-time student, successfully completed a minimum of 60 credits and be a declared Art major. Must maintain a GPA of 3.5 or greater.
Provided by:
A gift from Ethel Rice, revered WSC librarian.
Amount:
$1000
Selected by:
Donor Scholarship Committee.
Application:
Complete and return the Ethel M. Rice Art Scholarship application to the Art Department.
RICE, ETHEL M. ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Must be a full-time student or entering freshman. Available to athletes from any sport but preference will be given to women's basketball and volleyball players. Must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or greater.
Provided by:
A gift from Ethel Rice, revered WSC librarian.
Amount:
$1000.
Selected by:
Donor Scholarship Committee.
Application:
Complete and return the Ethel M. Rice Athletic Scholarship application to the Athletic Department, due June 1st.
*RICHARDS, JIM 1954 FOOTBALL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full-time student (or eligible recruit) on the WSC Football team.
Provided by:
Fellow teammates in honor of Jim Richards.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Western State College Head Football Coach.
*ROBERTS, JOHN MOTOR WORKS MEMORIAL TO JOHN SIEVERS
Available to:
Students participating in the Western wrestling program. Must have a 2.5 GPA in high school or college.
Provided by:
John Roberts of John Roberts Motor Works of Gunnison to memorialize John Sievers, a state wrestling champion at Gunnison High School and a student at Western before entering the military, serving in Vietnam where he was killed in 1970.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Donor Scholarship Committee (Wrestling Coach).
Application:
Submit letter of application along with two letters of recommendation to WSC Athletic Director.
ROCH, SAMUEL WILLIAM NATHANIEL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full time students, active members of the cross country or track & field teams, who have demonstrated both academic and financial need. Preference given to minority students and Colorado residents.
Provided by:
Stephen Roch and Lorie Moreno-Roch, both WSC Alumni, to honor their beloved son Samuel.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Donor Scholarship Committee (Duane Vandenbusche, contact person).
Application:
Obtain, complete and return scholarship application by March 29th of each year to commemorate the date of Samuel's birth.
*ROTARY CLUB OF GUNNISON SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Graduating seniors of Gunnison High School who are planning to attend Western State College during the next academic year. Applicants will be evaluated on academic and/or athletic achievement, leadership, and demonstrated commitment to community service.
Provided by:
Rotary Club of Gunnison, Colorado.
Amount:
Two $1,200 scholarships for academically talented students and two $1,200 scholarships for athletically talented students.
Selected by:
Donor Scholarship Committee.
Application:
The Rotary Club of Gunnison Scholarship Applications are available from the Gunnison High School Counselor and the Rotary Club of Gunnison.
Other:
Application deadline is June 15.
*ROUSE, ROBERTA M. SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Colorado residents. Must be a full-time student in good academic standing; must be planning a career in elementary education; demonstrated academic performance and financial need. Preference is given to students returning to college to continue their education.
Provided by:
Her children to honor their mother. Roberta Rouse met her husband, Fred, while they were attending Western State College. Following WW II, they returned to Western where Roberta supported her husband as he completed his education and began his career as an educator. After the birth of their last of nine children, Roberta returned to complete her BA and MA degrees in elementary education. Seven of their children also attended Western State College and five of the children became school teachers.
Amount:
Award depends on available funds (approximately $500).
Selected by:
Western State College Education Department.
Application:
Submit letter of application along with letters of recommendation from high school counselor and/or Western Education faculty to the Education Department. Copies of transcripts should also be included.
RULE-VOUGA, MARGUERITE MEMORIAL MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
All students who will have obtained sophomore or junior status. Music majors must maintain a GPA of at least 2.5. Music major must participate in performing organization or music activity. Preference shall be given to students with a vocal music emphasis.
Provided by:
Mrs. Marguerite Rule.
Amount:
Award depends on availability of funds.
Selected by:
Western State College Music Department Faculty.
Application:
Submit completed application to the Music Office, WSC by April 1st. An audition is required.
*SCHULENBERG, KAREN LEE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP TRUST
Available to:
Graduates of Eau Claire, Wisconsin High School; must be a first-time freshman ranking in the top 40% of high school graduating class or have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Must also achieve a score of at least 870 on the SAT test or 21 on the ACT test; must reside on campus; maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA at Western, and be a full-time student.
Provided by:
A trust established by her family to memorialize this outstanding young woman and to assist other women students graduating from Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Memorial High School to attend Western State College. Karen Schulenberg graduated from Western State College in 1975. She died accidentally while on her way home from a class reunion in 1978.
Amount:
One-half of non-resident tuition.
Selected by:
High School Counselor.
Application:
Contact the Counselor's Office at Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Memorial High School.
Other:
Recipients may only receive this award for a maximum of four years.
*SHERIFF'S (COUNTY) SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Permanent resident of a Colorado County whose Sheriff's Department is a participating member of the County Sheriffs of Colorado. Must be enrolled or applying and accepted into an institution of higher education as a full-time student.
Provided by:
The County Sheriffs of Colorado (CSOC), established in 1978 as an expression of the Sheriffs' confidence in and respect for education and training.
Amount:
$500 per year.
Selected by:
Donor Scholarship Committee.
Application:
Apply through local County Sheriff's Offices. Award made every other year (Gunnison County awards in odd years).
SLOAN, ALVA W. MEMORIAL ACCOUNTING INTERNSHIP
Available to:
Students who have earned at least 60 hours of college credit and majoring in Accounting or Business at Western. Preference given to legal residents of Colorado; who qualify for financial assistance through work-study programs.
Provided by:
His wife, Millie, family and friends, as a tribute to the memory of a man who served Western State College with exceptionally high standards for seventeen years as an Accountant and Controller.
Amount:
Spring term award is approximately $500.
Selected by:
Chair, Business, Accounting & Economics Department, V.P. Business Affairs and Controller through application and personal interviews.
Application:
Submit a letter of academic qualifications, work experience and internship expectations to the Business and Accounting Department by November 15.
Other:
Award provides payment for practical experience in the Western State College Accounting Office. Academic credit can also be earned through the Department of Business and Accounting.
SOLICH, GEORGE & CAROL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full-time students that have been accepted in the PLRM program. Financial need may be considered.
Provided by:
The Energy Cup Matches.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available (approximately $1300).
Selected by:
Chair(s) of the PLRM Program.
Application:
Complete and submit the "Professional Land And Resource Management Scholarship Application" which is available in the Department of Business, Accounting & Economics. Application must be submitted by February 22nd.
STUDENT SCHOLAR ASSISTANTSHIPS
Available to:
Junior or senior at time of award; full-time student with a 3.0 GPA.
Provided by:
Western State College.
Amount:
Ten to twenty $1,000.00 awards.
Selected by:
Student Scholars Assistantship Committee.
Application:
Complete and submit Student Scholar Assistantship Application form available in the academic departments.
Other:
Assistantships are to provide special learning opportunities which supplement usual classroom experiences while developing leadership, management, problem-solving and interpersonal skills. Scholars will also receive academic credit while providing valuable assistance to various campus activities.