The impact of endowed gifts to the University of North Florida can be seen every day through the success of our students and our alumni. For decades, donors to UNF have helped lift financial burdens and made college possible for many, while also providing opportunities for life-changing academic endeavors.
Each endowed fund at UNF plays a role in our greater mission. Together, they open doors for students, support their successes and enable faculty members and students to work together in the discovery and application of knowledge. Some endowments fund real-world experiences for students that help prepare them for their careers, while encouraging engagement in the local community and beyond.
Since opening our doors in 1972, the University of North Florida has grown in size and reputation. National rankings routinely list UNF among top universities recognized for quality and value. So many have played a role in that success, from our outstanding faculty and staff to our motivated students, and certainly all those who have provided support to the University.
We extend our sincere appreciation to those listed in this directory of endowments, as well as all current and future donors to UNF. We are proud of the legacy of philanthropy developing at the University of North Florida, and all that is made possible through this generous support.
Directory of Endowments: A - B
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ACCOUNTING PRINCIPALS Scholarship
Established in 2004, this gift provides scholarships for full-time students majoring in accounting. It was originally established by MPS Group Inc., which was acquired by Adecco Group North America, a recruiting and workforce solutions company with more than 900 offices in North America and a professional staffing center in Jacksonville.
SCOT ACKERMAN Community Health Scholarship Endowment
This endowment was created by Dr. Scot Ackerman to fund scholarships for undergraduate students pursuing degrees in either Community Health or Public Health within the Brooks College of Health. A board certified radiation oncologist, Dr. Ackerman established the Ackerman Cancer Center offering proton therapy in Jacksonville.
AJAX Building Corporation Endowed Scholarship
AJAX Building Corporation established this scholarship to support students with a declared major of construction management.
CYNTHIA A. ALDERSON Memorial Scholarship
Established in 2011 in memory of retired Navy Cmdr. Cynthia Alderson, this gift provides scholarships for military veterans. Alderson was the inaugural director of UNF’s Military and Veterans Resource Center. She passed away in 2011 after a military and education career spanning 36 years. Many UNF staff and faculty donated to this fund.
TED R. ALLAIRE Memorial Scholarship
Established in 2012 in memory of Ted R. Allaire by Christie and Kent Stermon and the Allaire family, this scholarship supports students in such areas as the Coggin College of Business’ Transportation and Logistics program, First Generation students and Dreams Come True survivors.
JOHN J. ALLEN 1+1=3 or More Scholarship
Established in 2009, this gift provides undergraduate scholarships. Jack Allen has served as a member of the UNF Foundation Board and a generous supporter of UNF for many years. The scholarship promotes critical thinking, creative solutions and new ideas to enhance life.
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BOARD of DIRECTORS Endowment
This scholarship is a merit-based award for transfer students that dates back to 2001, when the Alumni Association Board of Directors first conceived the idea. UNF was originally an upper division-only institution, and several alumni on the Board came to UNF with their associate degrees. Believing there were many opportunities for freshmen to receive scholarships, they wanted to establish one for transfer students— as they had been.
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Scholarship
Established in 1985 by members of the UNF Alumni Association, this scholarship assists outstanding first-time-in- college and transfer students. Alumni continue to add to this fund to increase the number of scholarships available.
AMERICAN SOCIETY of HIGHWAY ENGINEERS Scholarship
Established in 2003, this gift provides scholarships for students with a declared interest in majoring in engineering. Preference is given to students who live in Northeast Florida and are pursuing a transportation focus in civil engineering or construction management.
B. MICHAEL ANDREU Scholarship
This gift was established in 1985 by family, friends and co- workers in memory of former UNF administrator Mike Andreu, an avid marathon runner. This scholarship is for currently enrolled female athletes who are academically strong and exhibit motivation beyond the expected.
ELEANOR H. and THOMAS F. ARETZ Nursing Scholarship
Established in 2003 by the estate of Eleanor and Thomas Aretz, this gift provides scholarships to students majoring in nursing. Thomas was seriously injured in the early ‘80s and went through rehabilitation with the help of outstanding nursing care.
ARTS and SCIENCES Transformational Learning Scholarship
Established in 2009 by members of the Arts and Sciences Dean’s Leadership Council, this endowment provides scholarships for College of Arts and Sciences students to participate in University-approved Transformational Learning Opportunities.
ASHLAND-HERCULES WATER TECHNOLOGIES Engineering Scholarship
Established by the former Betz PaperChem in 1994, this scholarship is for students majoring in engineering in the College of Computing, Engineering and Construction.
ASHLAND-HERCULES WATER TECHNOLOGIES Sciences Scholarship
Established by the former Betz PaperChem in 1994, this scholarship is for students majoring in chemistry, biology or physics in the College of Arts and Sciences.
AT&T Florida Scholarship
Established in 1989, this scholarship is awarded to entering freshmen majoring in business, education, computing sciences or engineering from areas served by AT&T.
ATHLETIC TRAINING and PHYSICAL THERAPY Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2002 to attract outstanding students who have declared majors in physical therapy or athletic training. Major funding for this endowment was provided by Constance S. Green in memory of her husband, C. Stanton Green, M.D.
AULD & WHITE Economic Venture Fund
Established in 2010 by Ed White Jr. and Steven W. Auld of Auld & White Constructors, LLC, this gift provides funding to the College of Computing, Engineering and Construction to enhance and promote long-term economic growth in Northeast Florida through support for engineering and computing initiatives.
ED AUSTIN Fellowship
Established in 1996 by friends to honor the former state attorney and Jacksonville mayor, this fellowship is awarded to graduate students pursuing degrees in government studies, such as a master’s in public administration.
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BANK of AMERICA Community Scholars Program
Established in 2002, this gift provides need-based scholarships for students of merit from Florida.
BANK of AMERICA Information Technology Professorship
Created in 1998 with a gift originally from Barnett Bank in 1991, this fund provides a professorship to teach and conduct research in the fields of information technology and information systems, to serve as a mentor to recipients of the Bank of America Scholarships and to serve as director of the Bank of America Institute.
BANK of AMERICA Take Stock in Children Scholarship
This scholarship, established in 1998, is designed to assist students who participate in the Bank of America Take Stock in Children program.
BAPTIST HEALTH SYSTEM MSN Fellowship
Established in 2002, this gift provides fellowships to students pursuing Master of Science degrees in nursing.
MARIANNE B. and LEHMAN W. BARNES Scholarship
Established in 2007, this gift provides scholarships for undergraduate secondary science education or middle school math/science majors and fellowships for graduate students who declare an emphasis in science education. Both Marianne and Lehman were longtime faculty members in the College of Education and Human Services.
JOHN BARRETT Scholarship
Established in 2001 by John Barrett (B.B.A. ’73), this gift provides long-term scholarship funding for UNF Athletics.
TRAVIS R. BATES Memorial History Scholarship
Established in memory of Travis Bates in 2016 by his family including his mother, Freda Parker, his father, Bruce Bates, and his brother, Tracy Bates. Despite a 2008 cancer diagnosis, Travis completed a bachelor’s degree in history in 2012 and a master’s degree in history in 2014. This endowment funds scholarships for high performing students pursuing degrees in history.
JAMES R. BELYEA Memorial Scholarship Endowment
Established in 2012, this scholarship was created by the Cascone Family Foundation in memory of family member James Belyea. James played baseball at UNF and remained active with the UNF Athletic program after he graduated in 2007. James was teaching at Sandalwood High School when he died in a traffic accident. This scholarship will provide support to the UNF baseball players who attended either Englewood High School or Sandalwood High School.
bestbet Scholarship
Established in 1998 by Mary Patton and family, this endowment provides scholarships for graduates of KIPP schools.
KRISTA D. BLACKLEDGE Scholarship Endowment
Established in 2012, this gift provides UNF College of Computing, Engineering and Construction students with scholarship support. The gift was provided by Krista Dawn Blackledge. Eligible students need to earn a GPA of 3.0 and be an active member of the UNF student chapter of the Society of Women Engineers, which allows both men and women to be members.
ELEANOR and LEONARD BLANCHART Maritime Scholarship
This fund was established in 1989 by former merchant marine and river pilot Capt. Leonard Blanchart and his wife, Eleanor, to honor their daughters, graduates of Bishop Kenny High School. Graduates from Bishop Kenny, Bishop Snyder, St. Joseph (St. Augustine), Trinity Christian, University Christian or Episcopal high schools–who have high GPAs and evidence of financial need are eligible.
CARMELLINA BORGES, RN and VICTOR BORGES, MD, Clinical Fellowship Endowment
This fellowship was created in 2016 by Dr. Victor Borges to fund graduate students pursing clinical doctoral degrees within the Brooks College of Health. Dr. Borges’ late wife, Carmellina Borges, worked as a RN for many years and this gift honors her memory.
STEVEN BOROWIEC Memorial Scholarship Endowment
This scholarship is in memory of UNF alumnus and former dean of Continuing Education Steven Borowiec and was established by his parents, John and Judith Borowiec, along with many of his friends in the community. The scholarship supports students majoring in communication with at least a 3.0 grade point average.
RAYMOND D. BOWMAN Fund for Environmental Center
This endowment was established in 2007 by Charles M. and Jennifer L. Ged. “Chuck” Ged (B.A. ’86) to honor UNF chemistry professor, Dr. Ray Bowman, the founding director of the Environmental Center. The fund allows the director of the Environmental Center to support research projects, center programs, scholarships, curriculum development and equipment purchases.
CROWTHER MANN BOYD and IDA BROWARD BOYD Endowed Scholarship Fund
Established in 2012 by Ida Broward Boyd following her death through a generous $1 million bequest to the University, this fund provides scholarships to students who are attending college for the first time. A world traveler, she believed every young person should have the opportunity to attend college and discover the world.
KEY BRADBURY Endowed Nursing Fellowship
Established in 2017, this award provides fellowship funding
to full-time graduate students pursuing a degree in a STEM related field and
have demonstrated leadership throughout their undergraduate college years.
Preference will be given to students who demonstrate financial need.
KEY BRADBURY Endowed STEM Fellowship
Established in 2017, this award provides fellowship funding
to full-time graduate students pursuing a Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family
Nurse Practitioner or Nurse Anesthetist degree and have demonstrated leadership
throughout their undergraduate college years. Preference will be given to
students who demonstrate financial need.
BRAGAN FAMILY Endowed Baseball Scholarship
Peter “Pedro” Bragan Jr. created this endowment in 2016 to support UNF Baseball student-athletes who graduated from a high school in the Northeast Florida five county region. Pedro’s family owned and managed the Jacksonville Suns Baseball Team (Double-A affiliate of the Miami Marlins) from 1984 through 2015.
CATHERINE and LEWIS B. BRANTLEY Endowed Scholarship/Fellowship
Established in 2012 by Catherine Brantley, this gift provides merit- and need-based scholarships, with preferred giving to previous Catherine Brantley scholars who want to continue their studies at the graduate level. Lewis Brantley was a well-known community and political figure in Florida.
DONNA JOY BRECHLER Nursing Scholarship
Established in 2005, this gift provides merit-based scholarships for students in the nursing program. Robert Brechler, former board member of Methodist Medical Center (now UF Health Jacksonville), made the gift in honor of his daughter-in-law, Donna Brechler.
BROOKS COLLEGE of HEALTH Academic Program Enhancement
Established in 2008 by Dr. Patricia H. Foster, this gift provides support for research projects, academic programs, scholarships, curriculum development and equipment purchases. Foster, served as a UNF faculty member for more than 30 years, and held a number of positions in the Brooks College of Health including chair of the Department of Nursing. In 1999, the college established the Patricia H. Foster Graduate Research Fellowship in Nursing to honor her work.
BROOKS COLLEGE of HEALTH Fund
This endowment produces unrestricted funds designated by the dean of the Brooks College of Health for specific uses, such as research, student scholarships and faculty and staff awards.
BROOKS COLLEGE of HEALTH Physical Therapy and Nursing Professorships
Established in 2006, this fund provides six professorships. Four endowed faculty positions are designated for support of faculty members whose teaching and/or research accomplishments are recognized by their peers or for new faculty with great potential in the physical therapy discipline. Two professorships are designated to be awarded to outstanding nursing faculty.
BROOKS HEALTH SYSTEM Professorship
Established by J. Brooks Brown, M.D., who was chairman and CEO of Brooks Health System (formerly Genesis Health Inc.), this gift funds five professorships within the Brooks College of Health.
BROOKS HEALTH SYSTEM Scholarship
Established by Brooks Health System (formerly Genesis Health Inc.) chairman and CEO J. Brooks Brown, M.D., scholarships are awarded to full-time students in the rehabilitation professions, including physical therapy, nursing, athletic training and rehabilitation counseling.
JOHN H. BROOKS Men’s Golf Scholarship
Established in 2008 by close friend John T. Hayt, this gift supports the UNF men’s golf program in recognition of John H. Brooks (B.A. ’84), UNF’s first golf coach. Brooks was an integral part of the golf program during its early years, first as a team member, then as head coach. Inducted into the UNF Athletics Hall of Fame, Brooks led the UNF golf team to the NAIA National Championship in both 1991 and 1993.
ANNA L. and DAVID S. BROSCHE Fellowship
Established in 2010, this gift by Anna L. (B.B.A. ’93, M. Acc. ’95) and David S. Brosche funds a fellowship for a graduate student in the Master of Accountancy program in the Coggin College of Business. Anna Brosche, who received her bachelor’s degree in business administration and her master’s degree in accountancy from UNF, has served with the Coggin College Alumni Chapter and on the UNF Foundation Board.
THE HUNDRED CLUB of BROWARD COUNTY Endowed Scholarship Fund
This fund was created in 2016 to provide scholarship funding for UNF students who are dependents of Broward County law enforcement officers, firefighters, peace officers or veterans living in Broward County.
Dr. Peter Scott Brown Art History Endowed Scholarship
Established in 2019, this award provides scholarship support to students who have declared a major in Art and Design, with a preference given to Art History majors. This fund was established by Diane Demell Jacobsen, Ph. D. and friends of the University to honor and celebrate Dr. Peter Scott Brown for his commitment to the arts and UNF.
BROWN, TERRELL HOGAN et al Pre-Law Visiting Professorship
This professorship was established in 1996 by the law firm to support the social responsibility course and guest lectures in the Pre-Law Program.
DR. ARTHUR ‘BUSTER’ BROWNING Scholarship
Established in 2004 in Dr. Arthur Browning’s honor, this gift provides scholarships for student-athletes in good academic and athletic standing. Browning served as a three- time president and longtime member of the Osprey Club, which is the UNF Athletics’ booster organization. In addition, Browning was recognized for his support of UNF Athletics with the naming of the Dr. Arthur “Buster” Browning Athletic Rehabilitation and Training Center.
Phillip R. Burnaman Endowed Scholarship
Established in 2019, this need-based scholarship is for College of Arts and Sciences students.
Directory of Endowments: C - D
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CASCONE FAMILY Study Abroad Scholarship (College of Arts and Sciences)
Established in 2007 by the Cascone Family Foundation, this gift provides scholarships to undergraduate or graduate students declaring a major or minor in a foreign language who have a UNF-approved study abroad trip scheduled to be completed before their last semester.
CASCONE FAMILY Study Abroad Scholarship (Coggin College of Business)
Established in 2007 by the Cascone Family Foundation, this gift provides scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students with a major or minor in business who have a UNF- approved study abroad trip scheduled to be completed before their last semester.
CATHERINE E. CASE Memorial Scholarship
Her parents established the fund in memory of Catherine who was killed by a drunk driver in 2012. This scholarship was created to support biology students pursuing an undergraduate degree.
CENTER for MEMBRANE PHYSICS
Established in 1990 by Dr. Jay Huebner, a former UNF professor of natural sciences, this gift promotes research in the physical processes of cell membranes. Huebner was a founding faculty member.
PAMELA S. CHALLY Dean’s Distinguished Professorship
Established in 2006 by Brooks Rehabilitation in honor of the college’s second dean, Dr. Pam Chally, this gift funds a distinguished professor for the dean in the Brooks College of Health. The endowment will provide the dean with resources to support teaching and research and/or initiate and sustain innovative programs.
PAMELA S. CHALLY Endowed Scholarship
Established by Dr. Pam Chally, former dean of the Brooks
College of Health, this gift provides funding for junior and senior level
students in the Brooks College of Health.
CLARKE and COOPER Family Scholarship
Established in 2006 by Roy Clarke Jr. and Iris Cooper McGuffin in memory of their parents, this gift provides scholarships in two colleges: The Roy and Hazel Clarke Scholarship for students in the College of Education and Human Services and The Evelyn Cooper Nursing Scholarship for students in the Brooks College of Health.
CMC - MAIN STREET AMERICA GROUP Career Management
Established in 2007 by the Main Street America Group, a Jacksonville-based property-casualty insurance carrier, this gift supports the Coggin College of Business Career Management Center, which helps employers identify and recruit UNF students.
ROSE and FRED COBB Scholarship
Established in 1993 by local attorney and longtime UNF Foundation Board member James Cobb and his wife, Virginia, in memory of his parents, this scholarship is available for outstanding Robert E. Lee High School graduates with financial need.
BLANCHE B. and LUTHER W. COGGIN and FAMILY Fund
Established in 2002 by Blanche B. and Luther W. Coggin and family, this gift provides funding for graduate fellowships, a distinguished dean professorship, a distinguished accounting professorship, a distinguished marketing professorship and a professorship named in honor of Earle C. Traynham, the fifth dean of the Coggin College of Business. In recognition of their generosity, the University named the college after the Coggins.
BLANCHE B. and LUTHER W. COGGIN Professorship of Management
This gift was established in 1997 by the Coggins to enhance management education in the Coggin College of Business. The Coggins are leaders in the automotive industry.
BLANCHE B. and LUTHER W. COGGIN Scholarship in Business Administration
Established in 1997 by the Coggins, for whom the college is named, these scholarships are for students majoring in business.
COGGIN COLLEGE of BUSINESS Building and Technology Enhancement Fund
Established in 2002 by alumni and friends of the Coggin College of Business, this gift provides a continuing source of funds for the latest technology and related expenditures for the college to maintain the finest technologically equipped business school in the state.
COGGIN COLLEGE of BUSINESS Graduate Programs Business Scholarships
These scholarships were established in 2002 by the Coggin Graduate Business Alumni Club to provide scholarship and fellowship support. Alumni contribute each year to this fund to build the endowment.
COLLEGE of ARTS and SCIENCES Transformational Learning Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Leslie W. and Soloman G. Brotman and Phillip R. Burnaman to support Transformational Learning Opportunities within the College of Arts and Sciences, such as study abroad, research or other experiences.
COLLEGE of EDUCATION and HUMAN SERVICES Dean’s Education Advisory Council Scholarship
Established in 2004, this gift provides scholarships for students majoring in education. The endowment is funded by the Dean’s Education Advisory Council Community Leaders.
COLLEGE of EDUCATION and HUMAN SERVICES Dean’s Venture Fund
Established in 2008, this fund provides discretionary funding support for programs and outreach projects in the College of Education and Human Services. Initiatives include academic program enhancements, curriculum development, research projects and equipment purchases.
COLLEGE of EDUCATION and HUMAN SERVICES Scholarship/Fellowship
Established in 1996 by alumni, faculty and friends of the College of Education and Human Services, this scholarship/fellowship is awarded to a UNF senior majoring in education or a COEHS graduate student near the completion of his or her program.
COKER, MYERS et al Pre-Law Visiting Professorship
Established in 1997 by this law firm, this gift supports the mock trial course and a visiting professorship in the Pre-Law Program.
EDDIE L. COLLINS JR. Sociology and Anthropology Scholarship
Established in 2011 by retired UNF faculty member Eddie L. Collins Jr. and his friends and family, this gift provides scholarships for students majoring in sociology or anthropology. Collins was a founding faculty member.
COMMANDER FAMILY Scholarship
Established in 2003 by Vicky C. and Charles E. Commander III, this gift funds merit- and need-based scholarships to support the president’s goal of attracting outstanding students to UNF.
COMMUNITY FIRST CREDIT UNION Scholarship
Established in 2002, this gift provides scholarships for students majoring in pre-k/primary education, elementary education, special education or secondary education.
BBVA COMPASS BANK Scholarship in International Business
Established in 2002, this gift provides scholarships for students majoring in international business. Students must maintain a 3.5 GPA.
CONVERGYS Scholarship
Established by the former AT&T American Transtech in 1986, this scholarship provides tuition and books for successful full- time juniors and seniors seeking degrees in computing and information sciences.
CRAWFORD Early Childhood Research and Education Distinguished Professorship
Established in 2003 by Toni and Andy Crawford in the Florida Institute of Education at UNF, this gift creates a distinguished professorship in the area of early childhood learning. The distinguished professorship supports early learning initiatives such as applied research, academic programs, curriculum development and equipment purchases.
CSX TRANSPORTATION Scholarship
Established in 2001, this unrestricted gift supports and strengthens academic programs at the University through the creation of a scholarship endowment. The purpose is to attract need-based students entering college for the first time.
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EDGAR DANCIGER Scholarship
Established in 2003 by the former president of Florida Wire and Cable, Edgar Danciger, this scholarship is for electrical or mechanical engineering students. Recipients are chosen by electrical engineering and mechanical engineering faculty on the basis of engineering aptitude and financial need.
STEPHEN DANDRIDGE Memorial Baseball Scholarship
Established in 2007 by Mr. and Mrs. Bernard E. Dandridge in memory of Stephen Dandridge, this gift provides scholarships for student-athletes who play baseball, with preference given to graduates of Orange Park High School or other Clay County high schools. Stephen had been offered a letter of intent to play baseball for UNF but passed away before he could join the team.
SUZAN V. DAVID Nursing Scholarship
Established in 2005, this gift provides need-based scholarships for nursing students. Laurie D. Villa made the gift in honor of her mother, Suzan David, who was a nurse and hospital administrator.
LISA M. DAVIS Student Athlete Endowed Scholarship
UNF alumna and former softball player, Lisa Davis, established this endowed scholarship to support student-athletes competing in one of the following sports: softball, sand or hardcourt volleyball, women’s golf or women’s basketball.
MARK AND ERYN DAWKINS Endowed Scholarship
Established in 2017 by Coggin College of Business Dean Mark
Dawkins and his wife Eryn, this gift provides scholarships for Coggin College
of Business students who are members of the African American Student Union,
Latin American Student Organization, Rasine Kreyol National Association, or
Association of Latino Professionals for America.
DEAN’S PROFESSORSHIP IN CAREER MANAGEMENT
Established in 2005 by David A. Smith (B.B.A, ’82) and PSS World Medical Inc., this gift provides a professorship in career management at the Coggin College of Business, allowing the dean of the college to offer enhanced capabilities for students in the college’s Career Management Center.
JIM DELANEY FAMILY Athletic Program
Established in 2008, this gift is funded by family and friends of Jim Delaney, the father of UNF President John A. Delaney. It includes contributions from the UNF Osprey Club to provide unrestricted financial support for the UNF Intercollegiate Athletics Program at the discretion of the director of intercollegiate athletics.
MAYOR JOHN A. DELANEY Higher Education Leadership Program (H.E.L.P.)
Established in 2003, this need-based scholarship is awarded to students majoring in engineering or construction management. Preference is given to students who live in publicly assisted housing or HabiJax homes, those who attended Robert E. Lee High School and the SECME program, or first-time-in-college high school graduates.
JOHN A. DELANEY Presidential Professorship
Established in 2003, this gift from Joan Wellhouse Newton, Martin E. Stein Jr., Robert L. Stein and Richard W. Stein created a professorship to be awarded at the discretion of UNF presidents for the purpose of recognizing faculty achievements through recruitment and retention of outstanding scholars.
DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER Fund for Excellence
Established in 2013, the creation of this endowment provides assistance and promotes academic achievement among the students of the Disability Resource Center (DRC), now named Student Accessibility Services (SAS). The SAS ensures that all students with disabilities have equal access to educational opportunities at UNF.
DONALD W. and CAROL S. DITZENBERGER Endowed Fellowship
This fellowship was established by Donald W. and Carol S. Ditzenberger in 2015. The fellowship supports graduate students enrolled in the Taylor Engineering Research Institute Coastal and Port Program.
DIXON HUGHES GOODMAN Accounting Scholarship
Established in 2001 by the former accounting firm of Presser, Lahnen and Edelman, this gift is for Coggin College of Business accounting students planning to pursue a public accounting career in Jacksonville. Students must maintain a minimum 3.2 GPA and must also be active members in Alpha Sigma Pi.
J. THOMAS DODSON Biology Fellowship
Established in 2007 by Tom and Jean Dodson, this gift establishes a fellowship for graduate students in the Department of Biology who are majoring in the area of environmental sciences.
BETTY L. DONAHUE and LONETTE D. SEATON Endowed Scholarship
The two sisters created this endowment in support of the First Generation Scholarship program, with first preference going to students in the Jacksonville Commitment Scholarship program.
DOTTIE DORION Nursing Scholarship
Established by Dottie and George Dorion in 2004, this gift provides scholarships/fellowships for Brooks College of Health students majoring in nursing. Preference is given to students enrolled in the nurse practitioner program.
DOTTIE DORION Scholarship
Established by Dottie and George Dorion, strong supporters of athletics, this scholarship was designed to encourage role models for younger competitors. The award is given annually to a deserving member of one of the women’s athletics teams who makes a major contribution to UNF sports through academic excellence, competitive spirit and outstanding athletic achievement.
GEORGE H. DORION First Generation Endowed Scholarship
This need-based scholarship for First Generation students
honors Dr. George Dorion who was a First Generation scholar. He graduated from
Williams College, Phi Beta Kappa, and earned a PhD in Physical Organic
Chemistry from Yale University.
LISANNE DORION Scholarship
Established by George and Dottie Dorion in honor of their daughter, this scholarship recognizes commitment to team unity and pride, and is given to a member of one of the women’s athletics teams who demonstrates individual perseverance and modesty while achieving excellence in academics, athletics and extracurricular activities.
DEBRA DOUGHTY and JASON PANIDES Memorial Scholarship
Established in 2004 by family and friends, this gift provides scholarships for students in the graduate or undergraduate nutrition program at UNF. Debra Doughty (B.S.H. ’00) died from cancer shortly after graduating from UNF’s nutrition program.
FREDERICA SWEENEY DREWA Memorial Scholarship
Established in 2003 by William W. Gay, this gift provides scholarships for students in the nursing program. Mrs. Drewa was the wife of Marcus Drewa, a highly respected healthcare executive in Jacksonville and Gay’s friend.
MARCUS E. DREWA Distinguished Professorship
This gift was established in 2000 by friends of Marcus Drewa, former Methodist Medical Center president, to provide a distinguished endowed faculty position in healthcare administration.
ALFRED I. DUPONT Foundation Scholarship
Established in 2005, this gift provides scholarships for students in financial need. Scholarship priority is given to students in the following counties: Duval, Baker, Nassau, St. Johns, Putnam, Flagler and Clay.
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CYNTHIA G. EDELMAN FAMILY Foundation Scholarship
Established in 2010, this gift provides scholarships under
The Jacksonville Commitment Scholarship program to first-time-in-college
students who graduate from a Duval County public high school.
EDUCATOR PREPARATION INITIATIVE
Established in 2009 by The Schultz Foundation, this gift
provides discretionary funds to the dean of the College of Education and Human
Services for the purpose of supporting the Education Preparation Initiative in
the college. The dean may support research projects, academic programs,
curriculum development and equipment purchases.
EISEN Experiential Learning Endowment
This fund was established in 2014 by Judith S. Eisen (M.A.
’78) to support short-term education experiences for students that take them
outside of the classroom.
JUDY and SAUL EISEN Study Abroad Scholarships
Established in 2012 by UNF alumna Judy Eisen, this gift
provides scholarships to students majoring or expressing an intent to major in
art with a concentration in painting, drawing and printmaking and who plan to
participate in a UNF- approved study abroad program. Judy created the
scholarship in memory of her husband Saul, a longtime donor of the Department
of Art and Design.
EISMAN & RUSSO Student Competition Endowed Fund
This fund supports student participation in professional
competition programs and activities from the College of Computing, Engineering
and Construction. These competition programs include, but are not limited to,
Concrete Canoe, Steel Bridge and Osprey Racing. The fund was established in
2014.
ELKINS CONSTRUCTORS Scholarship
Established in 2002, this endowment provides assistance and
promotes academic achievement among undergraduate candidates in building
construction management and civil engineering.
ALBERT D. ERNEST JR. Caring Award
Conceived by former Barnett Bank of Jacksonville President
Hugh H. Jones Jr., and established in 2002, this award recognizes UNF students
who personify the spirit of humanitarianism and volunteerism inspired by Albert
D. Ernest Jr., former Barnett Bank Inc. president and chief operating officer.
DR. CASSANDRA ETGETON Endowed Math Education Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Etgeton by her
family and friends after her death in 2013. The scholarship is for juniors and
seniors in the College of Education and Human Services majoring in math
education who demonstrate financial need.
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FACULTY ENHANCEMENT Fund
Established in 2007 by Dr. R. Bruce Taylor, former chair of
the UNF Board of Trustees, this gift provides support for faculty in their
activities of teaching, research and public service. The fund is specifically
designed to attract and retain outstanding faculty.
FALLOON Study Abroad Scholarship
Established in 2010 by Niall Falloon, this gift provides
funding for UNF-approved study abroad scholarships to non-English-speaking
countries for students in the College of Arts and Sciences. Falloon received
his master’s degree in English from UNF.
GARY and SANDY FANE Faculty Development Fund Endowment
Mitch Fane and Malinda Prudencio created this endowment in
2015 in honor of their parents, Gary and Sandy Fane. Gary Fane joined UNF as a
founding faculty member and served as a professor of accounting within the
Coggin College of Business. He also served as interim dean of the College for a
year.
ANDREW FARKAS Library Resources Fund
This endowment was established in 2006 to create a library
acquisition fund to be used at the discretion of the library director. Farkas
was the founding director of the UNF library.
DEON and R. ERNEST FERRELL Scholarship
Established by local physician, Dr. R. Ernest Ferrell, and
his wife, Deon (B.S.N. ’93), this scholarship assists current graduates of
Andrew Jackson High School. Since Ferrell was a 1961 Andrew Jackson alumnus,
the scholarship is also available to his classmates’ children and
grandchildren. Preference is given to students planning to study pre- medicine,
nursing, healthcare and related professions, as well as biological or physical
sciences.
FIRST COAST MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION Engineering
Scholarship
Established in 1999 by the First Coast Manufacturers
Association, this scholarship fund provides assistance to full-time rising
junior or seniors in the electrical, civil and mechanical engineering programs
in the College of Computing, Engineering and Construction.
FIS Professorship
Established in 2000, this gift creates the Fidelity National
Financial Distinguished Professorship in Computing and Information Science. The
focus of the professor’s activities is to enhance the college by working
closely with students, professional organizations and companies on innovative
projects.
FIS Scholarship
Established in 2000 as a tribute to David M. Hicks, former
president and owner of Computer Power Inc., which was subsequently acquired by
Fidelity National Financial, this scholarship is awarded to students who live
in publicly assisted housing or comparable private housing, such as HabiJax.
FLORIDA BLUE CENTER for ETHICS
Professorship and Scholarship/Fellowship Established in
2002, this gift provides professorships at the levels of distinguished and
visiting, in addition to several faculty fellows and scholarships. The purpose
of the center is to teach and research ethics in a variety of areas, including
business, government and healthcare.
FLORIDA BLUE Distinguished Professorship
Established in 2006, this strategic endowment provides a
nursing professorship in the Brooks College of Health. The professorship
addresses the country’s nursing shortage by training prospective nursing
faculty.
FLORIDA GROCERY MANUFACTURERS’ REPRESENTATIVES Endowed
Scholarship in Business
This scholarship was established in 2014 to support students
enrolled in the Coggin College of Business.
FLORIDA SCHOOL BOOK DEPOSITORY Graduate Fellowship
Established by James Van Etten Bent, CEO of the depository,
and its board of directors in 1998, this fellowship assists full- and part-time
students at both the doctoral and master’s degree levels to complete graduate
studies in education.
PATRICIA H. FOSTER Graduate Nurse Research Fellowship
Established in 1999 by friends of the Brooks College of
Health, this gift provides fellowships to full-time graduate students in the
nursing program as they complete their theses/research projects.
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GABOR Award
Established by Frank Gabor, chair of the Gabor Agency
insurance firm, this gift provides monetary awards for exemplary UNF employees.
The Gabor Award recognizes job performance, professional development and the
ability to inspire commitment, teamwork and cooperation within the campus
community.
RAYMOND W. GAGE III Endowed Scholarship
A memorial scholarship available to senior level students
who are business majors in the Coggin College of Business.
GANDHI MEMORIAL SOCIETY Scholarship
Established in 2010 by the Gandhi Memorial Society of
Jacksonville, this fund provides need-based scholarships to students who
demonstrate a commitment to nonviolence through humanitarian and community-service
organizations.
GATE PETROLEUM COMPANY Entrepreneurial Scholarship
Established in 2005 by Herb Peyton and his company, this
gift provides scholarships for students who are members of UNF Students in Free
Enterprise (SIFE) or participate in a future entrepreneurial program
established in the Coggin College of Business.
MIKE GIBBS Memorial Soccer Scholarship
Established in 2004, this gift provides scholarships for
soccer student-athletes in good academic and athletic standing. When he was a
sophomore, Gibbs was struck by a vehicle during training and later died of
complications resulting from the accident. Family and friends contributed to
his memorial fund.
MAYOR JAKE GODBOLD Scholarship
Established in 1987 by community friends and supporters as a
tribute to the former Jacksonville mayor’s legacy of governance, this
need-based scholarship assists two local students each year who are academic
high achievers and exemplify leadership as student-citizens.
Dr. Mauricio Gonzalez Endowed Scholarship in Art and Design
This need-based scholarship provides funding for students who have declared a major in art and design in the College of Arts and Sciences.
THE GOODWIN Scholarship
Established in 2008 by Nina and Paul Goodwin, this gift
provides funding for The Jacksonville Commitment scholarship program. Paul
Goodwin, a retired CSX executive, has had a longtime affiliation with the
University as a donor and Foundation Board member.
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ANGIE and BILL HALAMANDARIS Scholarship
Established in 2002 by Hugh Jones Jr. in honor of Angie and
Bill Halamandaris, this gift provides scholarships to interns at the Heart of
America Foundation in Washington, D.C., or similar educational organizations.
LEE and MINDY HANNA Men’s Golf Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Lee and Mindy Hanna to
enhance the men’s golf program, which will allow them to recruit in-state
students at the highest level. It was established in 2014.
DOUG HARMON Baseball Scholarship
Established in 2006 by the Friends of Doug Harmon to
memorialize one of UNF’s greatest baseball fans, this gift provides
scholarships for members of the UNF baseball team. Doug Harmon was the first
president of the Osprey Club. Harmon Stadium is named in his honor.
DONNA L. HARPER Professorship in Business Administration
Established by Donna L. Harper (B.B.A. ’89, M.H.R.M. ’91) in
1999, this professorship supports academic programs in business and further enhances
the knowledge of undergraduate and graduate students by inviting respected
professionals from the business community to participate in classroom lectures.
HASKELL Scholarship
Established in 2001 by the Haskell Company, this scholarship
supports students majoring in construction management, engineering and computer
and information sciences.
GERRI and JOHN HAYT Athletic Scholarship
Established in 2005 by the longtime boosters, the Hayts’
gift provides scholarships for student-athletes participating in any sport at
UNF. The importance of this endowment is that it allows great flexibility to
attract student-athletes in a growing Division I athletics program.
ELIZABETH M. HEAD Global MBA Endowed Fellowship
This fellowship is a tribute to former UNF Associate Vice
President Elizabeth Head’s many years of service as a successful fundraiser for
both its international business and global M.B.A. programs. This fellowship,
launched with an initial gift by UNF professor Dr. Jeffrey Michelman and his
wife, Maureen, offers students the opportunity to study in Germany, Poland,
China and at UNF while receiving two master’s degrees.
TOM HEALY Golf Scholarship
Established in 2005 by Tom Healy along with family and
friends, this gift provides scholarships for student-athletes who are on the
golf team at UNF. Healy was a founding faculty member who held numerous
administrative positions, including UNF athletics director from 1985 to 1988,
while serving the University for more than 25 years.
HEIN FAMILY Endowment
Founding UNF faculty member John M. Hein and his sister,
Susan Lee Hein, entered into a scholarship agreement in 2004 to memorialize
their father, William Clinton Hein, and his family by establishing scholarships
and fellowships in the College of Computing, Engineering and Construction.
Preference is given to engineering majors. The endowment was created in 2012.
HENDRICKS DAY SCHOOL LEGACY Scholarship Endowment
Established in 2017 this gift provides scholarships for
students who attended Hendricks Day School.
BILL AND YVONNE HERROLD Endowed Scholarship
This need-based scholarship provides funding to junior or
senior undergraduates with a declared major in elementary education in the
College of Education and Human Services.
HIGHER EDUCATION LEADERSHIP PROGRAM (H.E.L.P.) Scholarship
Established by the Northeast Florida Engineers Week Committee in 2005, this
gift provides scholarships for students who declare an interest in majoring in
engineering and becoming a member of an engineering-related club or society.
Funding comes from local engineering and technology companies.
ADAM W. HERBERT Scholarship
Established by faculty and friends in 1998, along with
Herbert, this gift honors UNF’s third president and former chancellor of the
State University System of Florida. Preference is given to Duval County high
school graduates with demonstrated financial need.
LEX HESTER Fellowship for Public Administration
Established in 2004, this gift by the friends of Lex Hester
provides a fellowship for a graduate student seeking a master’s in public
administration. Hester was a longtime public official and highly respected
leader in Northeast Florida.
ANN C. HICKS Merit Scholarship
Established in 2002 by an anonymous donor, this scholarship
is designed to attract outstanding students to the University of North Florida.
Preference is given to first-time-in-college high school graduates, with
consideration given to outstanding college transfer students.
THE HICKS HONORS COLLEGE Endowment
Ann and David Hicks’ 2015 gift established the Hicks Honors
College creating UNF’s sixth college. This endowment supports the Hicks Honors
College students who participate in study abroad experiences and other unique
learning experiences. The endowment also supports Hicks Honor College students
who are selected as Hicks Fellows and who work closely with an assigned faculty
mentor.
HICKS-GRAY Scholarship
Established in 1997 by business and community leaders Ann
(B.A. ’95) and David Hicks, the scholarship has two specific purposes. Hicks
scholars are students who live in publicly assisted housing or comparable
private housing such as HabiJax homes. Gray scholars are students recognized as
outstanding entering freshmen intending to major in the College of Arts and
Sciences. Gray scholars are named in honor of the Rev. Neil Gray, an Episcopal
priest, UNF adjunct instructor and close friend of the Hicks family.
PAT HOFFMAN Memorial Endowed Nursing Scholarship
Established in 2016 by Captain Richard “Rick” Hoffman, Jr.
in memory of his wife, Patricia Hoffman, this scholarship will support
undergraduate students pursuing a nursing degree in the Brooks College of
Health. Pat received her bachelor’s
ANNE H. HOPKINS University Scholars Program
Created in 2000 by then-President Anne H. Hopkins, this merit-based scholarship program supports Florida high school students who excel in a baccalaureate degree program at UNF. Undergraduate research or study abroad opportunities are avail- able for students who qualify for this program. Donors may make gifts to this fund at any time at the giving level of their choice.
JONATHAN T. and HARRIET M. HOWE Sociology Scholarship
Established in 2011, this gift provides scholarships for students majoring in sociology with preference given to students seeking a degree after a period of absence of at least one year from college. Additional preference is given to spouses of military personnel. Harriet Howe taught sociology at UNF for many years.
D. CHANSLOR HOWELL Fellowship for Special Education
Established in 1999 by UNF special education alumna Rev.
Judi Howell (B.A. ’88, M. Ed. ’90) in memory of her husband, this fellowship
provides support for students majoring in special education.
GERALD F. HURST Scholarship
Established by Gerald F. Hurst, a longtime Osprey supporter
and friend, the scholarships benefit UNF baseball players. Hurst is a past
president of the Osprey Club booster group.
JOHN HUTCHESON Memorial Printmaking Scholarship Endowment
This scholarship was created in 2016 by family and friends of
John Hutcheson in his memory. A master printmaker, Hutcheson taught
printmaking at UNF for many years and was loved by both his students and
colleagues.
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ICS Scholarship
Established in 2012 by Jorge Morales, then-chairman and CEO
of Jacksonville-based Information and Computing Services (ICS), this gift
provides scholarships to juniors and seniors majoring in computing and
information sciences.
MIKE AND SHANNON ITALIA Community Service Endowed Scholarship
Established in 2016, this gift provides scholarships for
junior and senior level students in the Coggin College of Business.
INTERSTATE DISTRIBUTOR COMPANY Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship supports students who are junior or senior
level transportation and logistics majors in the Coggin College of Business.
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THE JACKSONVILLE COMMITMENT Scholarship
Established in 2008, this endowment provides need-based
scholarships to qualifying students from Duval County. The purpose of this
scholarship is to help promote the opportunities available to students and
families who cannot afford a college education. Qualified students receive a
scholarship that covers the full cost of their education.
JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS FOUNDATION Community Scholars
Established in 1998, this program provides four-year
scholarships to selected high school students and pairs them with student
mentors from the Hicks Honors College. Mentors provide assistance and support
to ease the transition into college life. The fund also supports students
studying athletic training.
JACKSONVILLE KENNEL CLUB Classic Baseball Tournament
Established in 1997, this endowment was established to
support the annual Jacksonville Kennel Club Classic Baseball Tournament, which
brings some of the nation’s best college baseball teams to UNF’s Harmon
Stadium. The endowment defrays the costs involved in staging the tournament and
assists players with housing and other needs during their travel.
DOROTHY G. JOHNSON FAMILY and FRIENDS Scholarship
This gift was established in 2005 to provide scholarships
for students majoring in education in the College of Education and Human
Services. Johnson (B.A. ’74) was a consistent supporter of UNF for 30 years,
including serving on the Alumni Association Board and the Osprey Club.
EDWARD A. and BERYL A. JOHNSON Study Abroad Business Endowed
Scholarship
Established in 2012, this gift was initiated by Ed and Beryl
Johnson to provide scholarship assistance to business students who are
interested in learning about the challenges of doing business across
international and cultural divides. Ed served as a former dean of the Coggin
College of Business, and Beryl taught courses for the college. The Johnsons’
goal was to instill intellectual curiosity in business students to help guide
their educational choices and inspire them to think about business through an
international context.
EDWARD and SARA LYNN JONES Endowed Scholarship for Nursing
Established in October 2021, this endowment assists junior- and senior-level students majoring in Nursing at the Brooks College of Health who demonstrate financial need, with preference given to students currently or previously affiliated with military or law enforcement. This includes active duty and military veterans, as well as their spouses and children.
MARSHALL ROSS JONES SR. Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2001 by Marshall Ross
Jones Jr., former UNF assistant baseball coach, and family and friends in
memory of Marshall Ross Jones Sr., a UNF alumnus. Preference for this
scholarship is given to a baseball player from Putnam County. If no roster
player is from Putnam County, the award is made to a player chosen by the UNF
baseball coach.
JOSHI FAMILY Scholarship
Established in 2012 by Gyan and Sheila Joshi, this gift
provides scholarships to students in the Coggin College of Business. A native
of India, Joshi came to the United States in 1967 and earned his M.B.A. working
for a variety of financial services companies before retiring in Jacksonville.
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KATHERINE M. KASTEN Endowed Scholarship/Fellowship
The original funds for this fellowship came from more than
50 donors who wanted to honor Kasten at her retirement — the majority of whom
were current doctoral students or doctoral alumni. The longtime UNF educator
also contributed to this endowed fund.
MARIA KEEBLER Pre-Law Child Advocacy Visiting Professorship
Established in 2001 by attorney Maria Keebler, this visiting
professorship supports the Pre-Law Program’s child advocacy course. The
visiting professorship also supports guest lecturers with an emphasis on child
advocacy.
DELORES PASS KESLER Scholarship
Established in 1997 by the founder of AccuStaff, Delores
Kesler, this scholarship program assists graduates of Raines High School and
other high schools in Northeast Florida. To qualify, students must exhibit
financial need and participate in the Pathways to Success Program.
KEY BUICK COMPANY Athletic Scholarship
Established in 2001 by Tom Perry, CEO of Key Buick, this
gift provides long-term scholarship funding for UNF athletics. Perry has been
an ardent supporter of the Ospreys for many years.
KATHRYN MAGEE KIP Professorship in Financial Services
Established by former UNF Assistant Dean Dr. Richard de
Raismes Kip in honor of his wife, this professorship in the Coggin College of
Business advances the financial services programs within the areas of
accounting, finance, insurance, investment, real estate and taxes.
KATHRYN MAGEE KIP and RICHARD de RAISMES KIP Professorship
Established by Dr. and Mrs. Kip to fund endowed
professorships in disciplines within the Coggin College of Business, this fund
also provides support for students seeking professional certification in
financial services.
RICHARD de RAISMES KIP Accounting Professorship I
Established in 1996 by former UNF Assistant Dean Dr. Richard
de Raismes Kip through his estate, this fund provides a professorship in
Accounting I within the Coggin College of Business.
RICHARD de RAISMES KIP Accounting Professorship II
Established in 1996 by former UNF Assistant Dean Dr. Richard
de Raismes Kip through his estate, this fund provides a professorship in
Accounting II within the Coggin College of Business.
RICHARD de RAISMES KIP Prize
This endowment provides monetary awards to outstanding
students in financial services. It is named after former UNF Assistant Dean Dr.
Richard de Raismes Kip, who was assistant dean in the College of Business
Administration, now the Coggin College of Business.
RICHARD de RAISMES KIP Professorship in Banking
Established in 1996 by former UNF Assistant Dean Dr. Richard
de Raismes Kip through his estate, this fund provides a professorship in
industrial and labor relations within the Coggin College of Business.
RICHARD de RAISMES KIP Professorship in Management
Established in 1996 by former UNF Assistant Dean Dr. Richard
de Raismes Kip through his estate, this fund provides a professorship in
operations management and quantitative methods within the Coggin College of
Business.
RICHARD de RAISMES KIP Professorship in Marketing and
Logistics
Established in 2003 by former UNF Assistant Dean Dr. Richard
de Raismes Kip through his estate, this fund provides a professorship in
business administration/marketing and logistics in the Coggin College of Business.
IRENE B. KIRBO Memorial Scholarship
Established in 2007, this gift provides scholarships to
students to pursue an undergraduate or graduate degree in nursing. Mrs. Kirbo,
through her trust, was a longtime supporter of nursing education throughout the
region.
LOVEE and HY W. KLIMAN FAMILY Endowed Scholarship
Established in 1987 by longtime UNF trustee and successful
businessman Hy Kliman and his wife, Lovee, this scholarship is available for
students who graduated in the top-quarter of their high school classes and
demonstrate a strong motivation to succeed in college while also having a
financial need.
THE LOVEE K. KLIMAN Endowment for Artistic Expression
This scholarship provides recognition and financial
assistance for students pursuing degrees in the arts or other artistic
endeavors. Funds are intended to help talented students bring the power of the
arts to bear on the challenges facing them and their world. It was established
in 2014 by Hy Kilman in memory of his wife Lovee.
IRA M. KOGER Eminent Scholar Chair in American Music
Established in 1986 by Ira Koger, commercial real estate
developer and longtime arts patron, the chair supports the American Music
program. The program includes the UNF Jazz Series, which provides students the
opportunity to work with internationally renowned musicians, while benefiting
the community with concerts and performances.
ELAINE LOBL KONIGSBURG Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship is intended for students from Northeast
Florida majoring in the College of Arts and Sciences who have financial need.
Established in 2013 by family and friends of the famed writer, the scholarship
helps students who can demonstrate that they have overcome obstacles such as
lack of financial, familial or societal support for their education.
JAMES KUFELDT Memorial Scholarship
Established in 2004 by the Winn-Dixie Stores Foundation
Inc., this gift provides scholarships for students majoring in management or
marketing. James Kufeldt, who died in 2001 at age 62, was the director and
president of Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. for 11 years. He was an active member of
the Coggin College of Business Advisory Council.
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PAUL E. LADNIER Scholarship
Established in 2010 by friends, family and colleagues of
longtime UNF art faculty member Paul E. Ladnier upon his retirement, this gift
provides scholarships for art students.
MARY and JACK LAMBERT Graduate Fellowship in Logistics
Established In 1999 by Dr. Douglas M. Lambert in memory of
his parents, this fellowship assists full-time Coggin College of Business
students who are pursuing a graduate degree in business administration with a
focus in logistics.
LANDMAR GROUP, LLC Scholarship
Established in 2003, through the efforts of Ed Burr, former
president, CEO and company founder, this gift provides scholarships for
students who declare a major within the Coggin College of Business.
ELIZABETH LARSEN Music Scholarship
Established by the former teacher, Jacksonville Symphony
Orchestra violinist and supporter of the arts, this scholarship is available to
all music students for the study of classical music performance and music
education.
ROY L. LASSITER Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Established in 2017 by Linda Lassiter Hill, this need-based
scholarship is for students who are veterans of the United States military.
BETTY LAWSON Physical Therapy Fellowship
Established in 2004, this gift provides fellowships for
students in the physical therapy program. Students must complete an internship
and or clinical rotation with Baptist Health to be awarded this fellowship. Betty
Lawson passed away in 2006.
LAZZARA FAMILY Scholarship
Established in 2001 by Irene and Gasper Lazzara, this gift
provides scholarships for students majoring in the fine and performing arts.
Irene has served on the Foundation Board for many years and the Lazzara’s
generosity runs deep at the University.
NICKI LEACH Foundation Scholarship
This scholarship is in memory of UNF student Nicki Leach.
Established by her mother, Bunny, and the Nicki Leach Foundation, this
endowment provides support to UNF students who have cancer. Nicki was a
determined young college student who battled a malignant brain tumor while
pursuing her degree.
HARRIET LEMASTER French Scholarship
Established in 2007, this gift provides scholarships and
study abroad funding for students with a declared interest in French studies
(sophomore) or majoring in French studies or any other French degree ( junior
or senior). This was the first French- language endowment at UNF.
LET US PLAY! Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2002 to attract
graduates of the Let Us Play! Camp at UNF. Let Us Play! is a spring-break camp
for young women in Northeast Florida.
LIBRARY SPECIAL COLLECTIONS Fund
Established in 2009 by Ronald F. Chamblin, this gift
provides support to the Thomas G. Carpenter Library to fund acquisitions,
programs and building enhancements for Special Collections. Chamblin, a
bookstore entrepreneur, served as a member of the Dean’s Leadership Council at
the library.
KATHRYN R. and RUTLEDGE P. LILES Pre-Law Visiting Professorship
This scholarship was established in 1998 by former Florida
Bar President Rutledge P. Liles and his wife, Noel, to honor Mr. Liles’
parents. The gift supports visiting professorship for the ethics, standards and
values course and a community lecture series on these topics.
ALAN C. LING International Scholarship
Established in 1997 in memory of Alan Campbell Ling, former
provost and vice president for Academic Affairs at UNF, this endowment provides
scholarship support for students with strong academic records while they
participate in study abroad programs, international service-learning programs
or Hicks Honors College study abroad trips.
JULIE LOCQUAIO Memorial Nursing Scholarship
Established in 2011 by Corinne C. Hodak (B.S.N. ’86) this
gift provides scholarships for UNF nursing students with a preference given to
students who have graduated from the MaliVai Washington Kids Foundation
program. Julie Locquaio, a friend of Hodak, was a registered nurse who worked
for St. Vincent’s and Baptist Health hospitals and died in 2010.
DONALD LOOP Spanish Scholarship
Established in 2007, this scholarship provides one-time,
study abroad funding for students who declare an interest in a Spanish language
major (sophomore) or have been accepted as a major in Spanish language ( junior
or senior) and have an approved study abroad trip scheduled to be completed
prior to graduation. This created the first Spanish language endowment at UNF.
KATHARINE H. LOVETT Scholarship
Established in 2003 by W. Radford Lovett II, past president
of the UNF Foundation Board, his father, Radford D. Lovett Sr. and their family
to honor the memory of his mother, this gift funds merit scholarships for
first-time-in-college students.
LUFRANO INTERCULTURAL GALLERY Fund
Established in 2009 by Drs. Robert and Anne Lufrano of
Jacksonville, this gift provides funding for the Lufrano Intercultural Gallery
of Art on the second floor of the Student Union. The gallery is intended to
increase cultural awareness in art among students, faculty, staff and the
general public.
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MACHIN FAMILY Art and Design Endowment
This endowment was
established in 2016 by Janice and Bob Machin to support the Department of Art
and Design. Janice taught classes in the department for years and focused on
her passion for the classics within the arts.
JANICE A. and ROBERT C. MACHIN Study Abroad Scholarship
Established in 2011, this gift provides scholarships for
students majoring in art history, allowing them to participate in a
UNF-approved study abroad program. Janice Machin taught part time as a faculty
member in UNF’s Department of Art and Design.
MADISON-MULLIS-DEMING Local Government Fund
Established in 1990 by then municipal attorney and local
executive director of the League of Cities, Claude Mullis, this fund honors
lifetime Jacksonville resident and nationally known expert in municipal law,
William M. Madison. The estate of local planning expert Todd Deming provided
additional funds. The combined endowment provides a fellowship for full-time
graduate students in the master’s of public administration program, as well as
lectures.
THE MAIN STREET AMERICA GROUP Endowed Urban Education Scholarship
Established in 2012, this gift provides need-based
scholarships for Florida residents who are teacher certification majors, with
preference given to students wishing to teach in urban schools. The funding was
provided by the charitable foundation of The Main Street America Group, a
super-regional property/ casualty insurance carrier with corporate headquarters
located in Jacksonville.
HELLEN MARTIN Teacher Scholarship
Established in 2007 by Ethel Lee Harris, this gift provides need-based
undergraduate scholarships for first-time-in-college students. Harris, a
longtime Jacksonville resident, established the scholarship in honor of her
daughter, who was a high school teacher in New Jersey for many years before
succumbing to complications of leukemia in 2004.
DANIEL A. MARTINEZ FAMILY Scholarship
Established in 1994 by Palatka residents Katie and Dan
Martinez with matching funds provided by Georgia Pacific Corporation, this
scholarship is available to Putnam County high school graduates and transfer
students from St. Johns River Community College with financial need.
JOHN E. MATHEWS JR. Software Fund
Established by the members of the Computer and Information
Sciences Advisory Committee, this fund was named to honor former state senator
John E. Mathews Jr. The endowment provides an ongoing revenue source to procure
software and hardware for the program.
NORMAN HUGH MATHEWS and REGINA S. MATHEWS FAMILY Endowed
Student Competition Fund
This scholarship supports student involvement in
professional competition programs and activities of the College of Computing,
Engineering and Construction’s School of Engineering. Competitions include, but
are not limited to, Concrete Canoe, Steel Bridge and Osprey Racing. The fund
was created in 2014.
KRISTIN McCALL Scholarship
Established in 2006 by John E. and Kimberly A. Hinton to
honor the memory of their daughter, this gift provides scholarships to students
majoring in elementary education in the College of Education and Human
Services. In 2006, a drunk driver killed Kristin McCall, a UNF alumna who
graduated in 2004 with a degree in elementary education.
DIANNE and GARY McCALLA First Generation Scholarship Fund
This gift provides funding to First Generation Scholarships
for students with financial-aid need and are the first in their family to seek
a college degree. Dianne and Gray McCalla established this scholarship in 2010.
JIM AND LIZ McCARTHY Endowed Scholarship
Established in 2017, this gift provides scholarships for student-athletes
on the women's golf or women's softball team.
McCURRY FOUNDATION Scholarship Endowment
Established in 2017, this need-based scholarship is for
students who reside in one of the following counties in Florida: Duval, Nassau,
Clay, St. Johns or the following county in Georgia: Glynn.
HOPE McMATH Leadership in the Arts Scholarship
Established in 2011 by James Van Vleck to honor Hope McMath,
this gift provides scholarships to students majoring in art, fine arts or art
history who have completed at least one Art and Design course focused on museum
studies. In addition, students will be eligible to receive one-time support for
a study abroad program or an internship in visual arts related to museum
studies.
MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Auxiliary Scholarship
Established in 2000, this gift assists students from the
Brooks College of Health. To qualify for the scholarship, students must be a
junior or senior majoring in a health-related field.
TERENCE Y. MILAM Memorial Scholarship
Established in 2005 by family and friends, this gift
supports freshmen and sophomores who intend to major in music or juniors and
seniors who are majoring in music. Applicants must express an interest in
studying guitar and must be selected and accepted by a Department of Music
committee. The fund also provides unrestricted operating support for the Museum
of Contemporary Art (MOCA), a cultural institute of UNF.
DOUGLAS C. MILLER Scholarship
Established in 2010 by Douglas C. Miller and friends, this
gift provides support to students in the civil engineering program who
participate in competitions and/or attend conferences related to their field of
study.
JAMES W. and MILDRED D. MILLIGAN Presidential Fellowship
Established in 2008, this gift provides fellowships for
graduate students. Candidates are recommended to the president by the Graduate
School. Jim Milligan has been a longtime supporter of UNF and served as a
member of the Foundation Board for many years. This created the University’s
first Presidential Fellowship.
MILLIE MILLIGAN Nursing Scholarship
Established in 2002 by longtime UNF Foundation Board member
James Milligan to honor his wife, this scholarship is for outstanding UNF
students who have been accepted into the nursing program.
MOCA Unrestricted Endowment
This endowment was established in 2015 by Preston and Joan
Haskell to support the Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville, a cultural
institute of the University of North Florida. An avid art collector, Preston
Haskell served on the MOCA Board of Trustees for many years and played a very
significant role in leadership and growth of the museum.
MODIS Scholarship
Established in 2001, this gift is for students with a major
or minor in computer and information sciences in the College of Computing,
Engineering and Construction. It was originally established by MPS Group, which
was acquired by Adecco Group North America.
ALMETA MONROE-TURNER Scholarship
Established in 2012 by area business entrepreneur Almeta
Monroe-Turner, this gift provides scholarships to First Generation students.
Monroe-Turner owns an insurance and financial services agency in Orange Park.
WALTER L. MOORE Graduate Fellowship
Established in 2005, this gift provides fellowship support
for M.B.A. students in the Coggin College of Business. Preference is given to
employees of the member companies of the National Paper Trade Association and
their children. Moore was a retired paper company executive who served on the
UNF Foundation Board from 1983 to 1986.
PAT MORAN/JM FAMILY ENTERPRISES INC. Endowed Scholarship in
Transportation and Logistics
Established in 2002, this gift provides scholarship assistance
to students majoring in transportation and logistics.
MORGANN/CHOY LGBT Fund
This fund, established in 2009 by Dan Morgann, M.D. and
Brandon N. Choy, supports the programs and initiatives within the Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual and Transgender Resource Center, including but not limited to
programming, educational materials and outreach.
MORIARTY Irish Studies Scholarship
This fund was established in 2009 by Dr. Richard Bizot, a
former UNF professor of English and director of Irish Studies, to honor the Moriarty
family, including his mother, Rita Moriarty Bizot. The fund supports study
abroad programs in Ireland.
THAD MOSELEY, M.D. Scholarship
Established in 2006 by Linda Crank Moseley, this gift
provides scholarships for students in the Brooks College of Health’s School of
Nursing. Dr. Moseley was the first president of the UNF Foundation when it was
established in 1971 and remained active with the University until his death in
2002.
SAM E. MOUSA Merit Scholarship
Established in 2004 by friends and co-workers to honor this
longtime Jacksonville civic leader. This gift provides support for academically
outstanding students.
MELVIN M. AND MARY E. MOWBRAY Scholarship Endowment
Melvin M. Mowbray honorably served in the United States Navy
for 31 years, obtaining the rank of Chief Petty Officer; and Mary E. Mowbray
dedicated her life to being an educator. Their gift provides scholarships for
students who are U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officers or enlisted personnel, active
duty or retired, or their dependents, or other qualified enlisted personnel,
active duty or retired, or their dependents, of any U.S. Armed Forces.
Moyano Family Endowed Scholarship in Social Work
This scholarship is for students majoring in social work. Eligible students must be scheduled to serve as an intern during the academic award year in macro/policy practice position with an agency in Jacksonville that serves the older adult population.
Dr. PAUL and CHRISTIE MUCCIOLO Pre-Medical Scholarship
Established by Dr. Paul Mucciolo (B.A. ’90) in 2004, this
gift provides scholarships for students expressing intent to apply to a
medical-professional program after graduation. Students are required to take
several pre-med courses.
F. L. MULLIKIN and R. MATTESON Scholarship
This scholarship fund was created in 1998 by Jazz Studies
program supporter Jacqueline Mullikin Drashin and named in memory of her
husband, Fred Mullikin, and Rich Matteson, founding director of UNF’s Jazz Studies
program. The endowment provides scholarships for music majors.
Dr. Debra Murphy-Livingston Study Abroad Endowed Scholarship
Established in 2019, this award will be given to students within the College of Arts and Sciences who plan to study abroad in a non-English speaking country. Major funding for this gift was provided to honor Dr. Murphy-Livingston's legacy and commitment to the arts.
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DORIS B. and CHARLES M. NEVIASER Baseball Scholarship
Established in 2004 by Charles and Doris Neviaser, this gift
provides scholarship funding for baseball student-athletes.
DORIS B. and CHARLES M. NEVIASER Nursing Scholarship
Established in 2006, this gift provides scholarships for
nursing students and other health-profession degree programs at the Brooks
College of Health. Charles Buddy Neviaser passed away in 2006 shortly after
establishing the endowment.
RUSSELL B. and KATHERINE S. NEWTON III First Generation
Scholarship
Established in 2008 by Russell B. “Rusty” and Katherine S.
Newton III, this gift provides scholarships for students who are the first in
their families to seek four-year college degrees. Rusty Newton is a longtime
UNF supporter and Foundation Board member.
JANET and JOSEPH NICOSIA Scholarship in Leadership
Established in 2003, this gift provides scholarships for
students who declare a major in the Coggin College of Business. Mr. Nicosia was
an active volunteer in the business college.
NORTHEAST FLORIDA CHAPTER of FLORIDA ENGINEERING SOCIETY Endowed
Scholarship
Established in 2012, this gift provides scholarships to
juniors or seniors who have been accepted into the School of Engineering with
preference given to active members of the Florida Engineering Society UNF
Student Chapter.
NURSING PROGRAM Enhancement Fund
Established by the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary in 2004, this gift provides support for the Brooks College of Health’s nursing program. Support includes the purchase of new equipment, supplies, faculty and staff training, travel and curriculum- enhancement materials.
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ANNE AND CROSBY OLINTO Athletic Scholarship Endowment
Established in 2017 by Damon and Janet Olinto, this
scholarship is for student-athletes who are members of the UNF golf team.
ON CAMPUS TRANSITION PROGRAM Scholarship
Established in 2012 by The Arc Jacksonville On Campus
Transition Program, this endowment provides support to students with
intellectual and developmental disabilities to receive innovative transition
services while experiencing college life through auditing classes.
ORGANIC GARDEN Endowment
This gift established in 2012 by alumnus R. Bruce Ogier,
supports UNF’s Frederick and Ophelia Tate Ogier Organic Garden, named in honor
of his parents. The garden serves as a living laboratory for students to
explore multiple disciplines, including health and wellness through outdoor
recreation and experiential learning.
PRIME F. OSBORN Eminent Scholar Chair in Transportation
Established in 1981 by the CSX Corporation to honor its
former CEO, this chair in the Department of Transportation and Logistics in the
Coggin College of Business places UNF at the forefront of transportation and
logistics management education and research.
THE BERNARD OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE
This gift, established in 2009 by The Bernard Osher
Foundation, provides support for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute in UNF’s
Division of Continuing Education. The institute is a noncredit educational
program specifically designed for people 50 or older.
OSPREY CLUB Scholarship
Established in 2001 by the Osprey Club Executive Board,
which is an athletic booster and fundraising group, this gift provides
long-term scholarship funding for UNF Athletics.
TORIN BERNARD OWENS Scholarship
Established in 2007 by Martha Evans Owens, this gift
provides scholarships for descendants of members or graduates of the Fernandina
Beach High School Class of 1981 or those who have attended Fernandina Beach
High School. Martha created the scholarship in memory of her son.
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SATYA and KAMAL PACHORI Endowed Scholarship
This endowment was established in 2015 by Kamal Pachori to
honor her husband Satya Pachori. A UNF founding faculty member, Dr. Pachori
taught English and also served as the interim chair of the Department of
Language and Literature from 1990 to 1993. This need-based scholarship will
support UNF students who demonstrate a commitment to nonviolence through their
involvement with humanitarian and community service organizations.
PAJCIC Scholarship
Established in 2003 by Anne and Stephen J. Pajcic III and
Sallyn and Gary C. Pajcic, this gift provides need-based scholarships for
entering freshmen who live within the district boundaries of the former Paxon
High School as defined by the Duval County School Board prior to the fall of
1996.
JASON PANIDES and DEBRA DOUGHTY Memorial Scholarship
Established in 2004 by family and friends, this gift
provides scholarships for students majoring in criminal justice with an
interest in law enforcement careers. Jason Panides (B.A. ’97) died while
serving as a border patrol officer in Laredo, Texas.
PAPER INSTITUTE Fund
Established in 2006, this fund supports the Paper and
Plastic Education Research (PAPER) Institute’s mission to encourage and support
the Coggin College of Business faculty in their research, education, training
and development endeavors that integrate academic pursuits relevant to the
National Paper Trade Alliance (NPTA) and its membership.
PAM and BOBBY PAUL Scholarship
Established in 2009 by Pamela Y. and Robert H. Paul III,
this gift provides undergraduate need-based scholarships. The scholarship is
part of The Jacksonville Commitment, a program designed to award financial
assistance to Duval County public high school students who are the first in
their families to attend college. Widely known in Jacksonville for their civic
leadership, Pam and Bobby, who passed away in 2016, both served on the UNF
Foundation Board.
PBS&J FOUNDATION Scholarship
Established in 2007 by the PBS&J Foundation, this gift
provides scholarships to students in civil engineering who have graduated from
high schools in Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau or St. Johns counties. PBS&J is
an employee-owned firm that provides infrastructure planning, engineering,
architecture and program- management services to public and private clients.
JOYCE B. PENMAN First Generation Endowed Scholarship
This fund was established in 2014 by Joyce B. Penman (M.A.
’75) to support the First Generation Scholarship Program, providing need-based
support for students who are the first in their families to attend college.
PHILLIPS FAMILY First Generation Scholarship
Established in 2003 by Mary K. Kitty Phillips and Philip B.
Phillips Jr., this gift is designated for students who are the first in their
families to seek bachelor’s degrees. Philip served on the UNF Foundation Board.
THE PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP First Generation Scholarship
Established in 2011, this gift provides scholarships to
students who are the first in their families to attend college. The PLAYERS
Championship, which sponsors one of the nation’s premier golf tournaments every
year in Ponte Vedra Beach, is also a major charitable organization in the
region.
DAVE POLOVINA Baseball Scholarship
Established in 2006, this gift provides scholarships for
student- athletes who are on the baseball team at UNF. Polovina served as a
member and past president of the Osprey Club, the booster organization for UNF
athletics.
RON and TONI PORTERFIELD Endowment
This need-based endowed scholarship will support a student
majoring in education and planning to teach in an urban school. Through her
company’s partnership with the UNF College of Education and Human Services,
Toni Porterfield and her husband Ron were inspired to create a fund to support
future teachers with a passion for urban education.
PRATT-DANNALS FAMILY Endowed Scholarship
Established in 2013, this gift provides need-based
scholarship funding for UNF College of Education and Human Services teacher certification
majors, with an emphasis on students focused on teaching mathematics or
science. The scholarship was created by friends and colleagues of Ed
Pratt-Dannals, the former Duval County School Board superintendent. Preference
is given to students wishing to teach in an urban school.
PRE-LAW Scholarship
Established in 2003 by a number of donors from the legal
community, this gift provides scholarships for students who have been in the
Pre-Law Program for two semesters.
PRESIDENTIAL Scholarship
Established in 1989, these funds are provided through
unrestricted gifts from alumni and friends to create scholarships to attract
outstanding students.
PROPELLER CLUB of JACKSONVILLE Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was created to support students majoring in
transportation and logistics. The club is focused on helping educate the next
generation of young professionals working in Jacksonville and is dedicated to
the maritime industry in the port. This scholarship ensures students have the
funds available to pursue their studies.
PROSSER HALLOCK TEKIE FOUNDATION Scholarship
Established in 2008 by the Prosser Hallock Tekie Foundation,
this gift provides scholarships to juniors and seniors majoring in civil
engineering. The scholarship was established in memory of the late Azeb Tekie,
a transportation engineer at Prosser Hallock Inc. for 11 years.
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VICTOR and LYNNE RAISER URBAN EDUCATION Endowment
Established in 2017 by Dr. Lynne Raiser, UNF Professor Emerita, the Victor and Lynne Raiser Urban Education Endowment provides funding for the Exceptional, Deaf and Interpreter Education Department for scholarships and projects related to urban public schools and community agencies serving individuals with disabilities as well as support for the UNF Center for Urban Education and Policy.
REMMER RYZEWIC FAMILY Fund Scholarship
Established in 2008 by the Remmer Ryzewic Family Fund, this
gift supports The Jacksonville Commitment program, which provides need-based
scholarships for Duval County high school graduates. For years, Susan Ryzewic has
supported the University, and even served as the president of the UNF
Foundation Board.
DUSTY RHODES Baseball Scholarship
Established in 2005 by the Osprey Baseball Alumni Club and
friends of Dusty Rhodes, this gift provides scholarships for student-athletes
who are on the UNF baseball team. The gift is in recognition of UNF Baseball
Coach Dusty Rhodes’ contributions in establishing and maintaining the baseball
program at UNF.
RIVER BRANCH FOUNDATION Fund
Established in 2006, this gift provides funds to support the
UNF Environmental Center in the areas of research, student scholarships and environmental
programs. Faculty members from a variety of disciplines are eligible to receive
support for their projects and programs.
ANDREW A. ROBINSON Eminent Scholar Chair in Education
Established in 1987 by Frederick H. Schultz in memory of Dr.
Robinson, who was a respected community leader, founding principal of Raines
High School, dean of education and interim president at UNF. This endowment
brings national scholars, educators and business leaders to the University to
provide new insights on educational reform.
ANDREW A. ROBINSON Promising Scholars Award
This fund was established in 1989 by family and friends of
UNF Interim President Andrew Robinson in his memory. Strong communication
skills are required for the scholarship, and preference is given to inner-city
youths.
GLADYS RODDENBERRY Fellowship Fund
Established in 2009 by Harry H. Roddenberry in honor of his
late wife, this gift provides fellowship funding for graduate students who are
current or newly selected recipients of The Gladys Roddenberry Graduate
Fellowships for Teaching Excellence, named in honor of his late wife.
Recipients must be employed in Duval County public or private schools and have
three to 10 years of experience.
DR. HOWARD and MURIEL ROSE Nutrition and Dietetics Doctoral
Fellowship
Established in 2016 to fund fellowships for graduate
students pursuing a doctoral degree in clinical nutrition within the Brooks
College of Health. Dr. Howard Rose and his wife Muriel were inspired to create
this endowed fellowship in an effort to encourage healthy nutrition and
eradicate obesity.
Z. RAY ROSS Memorial Nursing Scholarship
Established in 2003 by Helen W. Wich, this gift provides
scholarships for nursing students. Z. Ray (B.A. ’74, M.Ed. ’80), as she was
called by friends, was a leader in the state of Florida in the Florida
Federation of Business and Professional Women’s Clubs.
ROTARY CLUB of SOUTHPOINT Athletic Scholarship
Established in 2004, this gift provides scholarships for
student- athletes in good standing academically and athletically. Recipients
attend one Rotary Club of Southpoint luncheon yearly to be recognized for his
or her achievements
ROTARY of RIVERSIDE First Generation Scholarship Endowment
Established in 2012 by the Rotary Club of Jacksonville, this
gift provides scholarships through the First Generation Scholarship Program to
students residing in specific zip codes in Jacksonville.
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BETTY SALTER Physical Therapy Graduate Fellowship
Established in 2009, this fellowship supports graduate
students admitted into the Physical Therapy Program in the Brooks College of
Health.
LOWELL MASON SALTER Graduate Fellowship
Established in 2001 and funded by alumni and friends of Dr.
Lowell Salter, this gift provides graduate fellowships to students pursuing
business degrees through the Coggin College of Business. Salter established and
directed the Small Business Development Center for three decades and was a
founding faculty member.
MIYUKI K. and HERBERT W. SCHEIDEL Scholarship
Established in 2000, this gift assists students who come
from one of the following programs: Habitat for Humanity of the Jacksonville
Beaches or St. Augustine, Pace Center for Girls and Alliance for the Lost Boys
of Sudan. The gift also supports the UNF classical music program. Scheidel
Scholars are also eligible for study abroad support.
GERT and CHRISTINE SCHMIDT Global MBA Graduate Fellowship
Established in 2005 by Christine Schmidt and her sons, this
gift provides graduate fellowships for the Coggin College of Business’
GlobalMBA program. In the late ’60s, Gert Schmidt chaired the site-selection
committee that determined UNF’s location. He received his M.B.A. from UNF in
1979.
SEA STAR LINE Scholarship
Established in 2005, this gift provides scholarships for
students majoring in transportation and logistics, international business,
business administration or marketing in the Coggin College of Business.
Preference is given to students who have completed or are participating in the
transportation and logistics internship program at Sea Star Line.
CAROLYN and KENNETH SHACTER Scholarship
Established in 2007, the Shacters are longtime employees of Duval
County public schools. This gift provides scholarships for students who declare
a major in physics or an engineering discipline.
WILLIAM F. SHEFFIELD Real Estate Professorship
William Fritz Sheffield, a well-known developer in Northeast
Florida, funded this endowed faculty chair in real estate in the Coggin College
of Business to educate students in the best practices of the profession.
BRIAN SHERMAN AND STEVEN SHERMAN First Generation Endowed Scholarship
Established in 2017, this gift provides need-based
scholarships for First Generation students who major in accounting or pre-law
and are from Duval, Clay, St. Johns, Nassau or Putnam, Florida counties.
STEVEN and THERESA SHERMAN Scholarship
Established by the Shermans in 2011, this gift provides
scholarships through The Jacksonville Commitment, a program designed to award
need-based financial assistance to Duval County public high school students.
VIRGINIA and PAUL SHIELDS/BROOKS HEALTH FOUNDATION
Scholarship
Established in 2003, this gift provides scholarships for
Brooks College of Health students. Preference is given to students whose
interests are in the rehabilitation profession and students who have worked or
are working in the rehabilitation area.
DORIS M. SHRIVER Memorial Endowed Music Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2014 by Ellsworth H.
Shriver, III in memory of his wife Doris M. Shriver. Doris served as the
director of the music library at UNF. This gift supports UNF students pursuing
a degree in music performance.
GARY and LAINE SILVERFIELD Community Leadership Council
Scholarship
Established in 2004, this gift provides scholarships for
students in the College of Education and Human Services who are majoring in an
area leading to Florida teacher certification. Gary was former chair of what is
now the COEHS Dean’s Education Advisory Council. Laine received her M.Ed. from
UNF in 1976.
LAINE S. SILVERFIELD Special Education Scholarship
Established in 2010 by alumna Laine S. Silverfield (M.Ed.
’76), this gift provides scholarships to junior and senior students majoring in
exceptional student and deaf education.
EDDY M. SKOLFIELD Scholarship
Established in 2000, this gift provides scholarships for
science students interested in biology, ultimately leading to a medical
profession. Dr. Eddy Skolfield, who died just three days before her 100th
birthday, immigrated to the United States after World War II and worked with a
group of pediatric physicians led by Dr. Richard Skinner of Jacksonville. She
practiced in Indonesia, Guam and at Hope Haven Children’s Hospital.
LINDA C. SLADE and TOM H. SLADE III
Professorship of Entrepreneurial Studies Established in 2005
by Linda C. Slade (B.A. ’74) and Tom H. Slade III, this gift supports teaching,
research and programmatic initiatives of a professor of entrepreneurial studies
in the Coggin College of Business.
LINDA CARTER SLADE and SUSAN REMMER RYZEWIC Scholarship
Established in 2009 by a close friend of Slade and Ryzewic,
this fund provides undergraduate need-based scholarships. The Slade Scholarship
supports students receiving services from Student Accessibility Services (SAS).
The Ryzewic Scholarship supports students enrolled in the Osprey Financial
Group class in the Coggin College of Business.
JACK SLAUGHTER and SAM JACOBSON Endowed Scholarship
Established in June 2013, this scholarship was created by
Jack Slaughter and Sam Jacobson to provide scholarship funding for students who
independently support themselves or a household.
DAVID A. SMITH and PSS WORLD MEDICAL INC. Business
Scholarship
Established in 2002, this scholarship provides scholarship
aid for academically outstanding students who are entering the Coggin College
of Business. David Smith (B.B.A. ’82) was the first alumnus to become president
of a Fortune 1,000 company.
JODY and LAYTON SMITH Distinguished Finance Professorship
Established in 1999 by the Smiths, this fund provides a
professorship in the field of investments and portfolio management. The
professor conducts research in the areas of finance and serves as a mentor to
students in ethical practices as they manage an actual portfolio.
JODY and LAYTON SMITH Scholarship
Established in 1995 by the Smiths, this merit-based
scholarship is for students majoring in finance and financial services.
OTIS SMITH KIDS FOUNDATION Scholarship
Established in 2007 by the Otis Smith Kids Foundation, this
gift supports the First Generation Scholarship Program, providing need-based
support for students who are the first in their families to attend college.
SUSAN JOY SMITH Memorial Scholarship
Established in memory of Susan Joy Smith by a family friend,
this scholarship is to assist full-time juniors and seniors from Duval County
enrolled in the Brooks College of Health.
LYNNE M. SNEED Scholarship
Established in 2003, this gift provides scholarships for
Brooks College of Health students who demonstrate financial need. This
scholarship honors Lynne M. Sneed’s longtime commitment to healthcare and
rehabilitation education and services.
LUCA DEE SOILEAU Scholarship
Established in 2002 by John W. and Nina O. Soileau in memory
of John’s mother, this gift provides scholarships for students majoring in
elementary education.
NINA, JOHN, JON, BROOKE and BENJAMIN SOILEAU Athletic
Scholarship
Established in 2001 by John and Nina Soileau, this gift
provides long-term scholarship funding for UNF Athletics. John served as CEO
and president of Metabolic Research Center.
JUDITH L. SOLANO Scholarship
Established in 2012 by friends of Judith L. Solano, this
gift provides scholarships to students in the College of Computing, Engineering
and Construction. Solano was a founding faculty member and one-time president
of the UNF Faculty Association who served on the University’s Board of Trustees
and the Florida Board of Governors.
BETTE SOLDWEDEL Research Initiative
Dr. Bette Soldwedel, a longtime faculty member at UNF,
established this fund in 1998 through her estate. The purpose is to support
research in gender issues and to provide assistance to UNF women conducting
research in all areas.
SPIRITUALITY and HEALTH Professorship
This professorship was established by friends of Brooks
College of Health to expose student healthcare professionals to the spiritual
aspects of caregiving and to increase awareness by the professional community
of the importance of the spiritual component in healthcare.
THE ST. JOE COMPANY Scholarship/Fellowship
This scholarship/fellowship was established in 2001 by the
St. Joe Company to support undergraduate and graduate students in the College
of Education and Human Services who wish to teach in urban settings and/or
specialize in English for Speakers of Other Languages’ (ESOL) teaching
strategies.
DR. TERRI STAHLMAN Endowed Fellowship
This gift supports graduate and doctoral students pursuing a
degree in Master of Education programs in school leadership, advanced teaching
and learning, educational technology, and school counseling, Master of Science
in higher education administration, or the Doctor of Education in educational
leadership. Preference will be given to a full-time teacher working at Chet's
Creek Elementary, Fort Caroline Elementary, or Ruth Upson Elementary.
JEFF STEAGALL Study Abroad Scholarship/Fellowship
Established in 2011 by Maureen and Jeffrey E. Michelman and
friends, this gift provides students in the Coggin College of Business
scholarships/fellowships to participate in study abroad programs. In 1996,
Steagall, a UNF economics professor, proposed establishing an international
business program and became the original director of the program, as well as the
Richard deRaismes Kip Professor of International Business.
DAVID A. STEIN Business Ethics Scholarship
Established by business leader and Burger King pioneer David
Stein in 1999, this endowment created a scholarship for students who
demonstrate need and a commitment to leadership and ethics in business.
Students are drawn from First Coast area high schools.
STEINWAY PIANO Fund
Established in 2004 by donors to the School of Music,
this endowment provides support for the maintenance and upkeep of Steinway
pianos purchased for UNF music students.
STELLAR Scholarship
Established in 2002 by the Stellar construction firm, this
gift provides financial assistance and promotes academic achievement among
undergraduate degree candidates in building construction management and
engineering.
TED STEPHENSON Baseball Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1993 by Dr. Lynne Raiser
and her sister, Dorothy Fant, in memory of their father. This one-time
scholarship award is available to the Osprey baseball player who best exhibits
a commitment to fair play and sportsmanship.
RUSSELL STEWARD Memorial Track and Cross Country Scholarship
Established in 2004, this gift provides scholarships for
track or cross-country student-athletes in good academic and athletic standing.
Russ Steward, a UNF cross-country runner, died in 2002 when he was 21 years
old.
RUTH STIEHL/PPR TMG Endowed Nursing Scholarship for Clinical
Excellence
This endowed scholarship was created in 2014 by PPR Talent
Management Group in honor of Ruth Stiehl who worked as a nurse for more than 50
years. The scholarship supports undergraduate students who are pursuing a
nursing degree within the Brooks College of Health.
FRIENDS of the STUDENT AFFAIRS Community Council Scholarship
Established in 2008, this gift provides scholarships for
high school students from Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau or St. Johns counties who
head households with dependents or who must work to support a household.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION Scholarship
This endowment was established to award an exemplary
full-time undergraduate student with a strong record of involvement and
leadership. Preference is given to National Merit Scholars, semi-finalists,
achievement scholars or commended students.
SYNOVUS BANK Scholarship
Established in 2006, this gift provides scholarships to
junior or senior students in the College of Education and Human Services.
SYNOVUS BANK of JACKSONVILLE BOARD of DIRECTORS Scholarship
for Sport Management
Established in 2012 by the board of directors of Synovus
Bank of Jacksonville, this gift provides scholarships to juniors and seniors
majoring in sport management.
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TAYLOR ENGINEERING Professorship
Established in 2006 by
Taylor Engineering Inc., this endowment promotes and supports collaborative
research among universities, private industry and government in the fields of
coastal and water resources science and engineering. The Taylor Engineering
Professor provides leadership for the Taylor Engineering Research Institute,
which is housed in the College of Computing, Engineering and Construction. Dr.
R. Bruce Taylor previously served as chair of the UNF Board of Trustees.
TAYLOR ENGINEERING Scholarship
Established in 2000 by Dr. R. Bruce Taylor, president of
Taylor Engineering Inc., this gift provides scholarships to students in the
civil engineering program in the College of Computing, Engineering and
Construction.
TERRY Presidential Professorship
Established in 2004 by Mary Virginia Terry, this gift provides
one professorship to be awarded at the discretion of the president for the
purpose of recognizing faculty achievements. Mrs. Mary Virginia Terry and her
late husband, C. Herman Terry, were involved with UNF for many years.
MARY VIRGINIA and C. HERMAN TERRY Scholarship
Established in 1989 by philanthropists Mary Virginia and C.
Herman Terry, this merit scholarship is intended to attract high- achieving
students to UNF. Each recipient may participate in a study abroad or research
project.
CAROL C. and JOSEPH A. THOMPSON Scholarship
Established in 2003, this gift provides scholarships for
students majoring in nursing. Carol Thompson (M.S.H. ’79) founding chair of the
Board of Trustees and civic leader, has long been involved in education and
healthcare delivery.
SEAN MICHAEL THOMSON Study Abroad China Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship supports students participating in study
abroad trips to China. The fund was established in tribute to Thomson, who
spent a study abroad semester in China and returned stating it was a
“transformational learning opportunity” for him. Unfortunately, he died just
before graduation.
JT TOWNSEND Endowed Scholarship
This endowment was established in 2015 in memory of Jerry
“JT” Townsend, a UNF graduate who survived a high school football injury
resulting in paralysis. Townsend completed his bachelor’s degree in sport
management in 2013 prior to his passing. The scholarship will support students
who are majoring in sport management and have demonstrated community service.
TRANSFORMATIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITY Scholarship
Established in 2005 by the senior administration of UNF,
this gift provides scholarships for students interested in engaging in a
Transformational Learning Opportunity, such as study abroad, research or other
experiences defined by the University.
ANN M. TRAYNHAM Transportation & Logistics Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship provides funds to junior or senior
undergraduate students with a declared major in transportation and logistics in
the Coggin College of Business.
ANN M. TRAYNHAM International Business Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship provides funds to junior or senior undergraduate students with a declared major in international business in the Coggin College of Business.
DANNEHL and KEVIN TWOMEY Endowment Fund
Established in 2003, the Twomeys are building this endowment
with its purpose to be determined at a later date.
DANNEHL and KEVIN TWOMEY Scholarship
Established in 2002, this gift provides financial assistance
to students completing degrees in education. Preference is given to students
pursuing teaching careers in urban schools. Kevin served as a founding member
of the UNF Board of Trustees.
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UNF ENGINEERING ADVISORY COUNCIL Scholarship
Established in 2008 by a loyal group of alumni and friends,
this gift provides scholarships to students in the civil, electrical or
mechanical engineering programs. The EAC is a longstanding committee of
volunteers who have assisted the college since its formation in the early ‘90s.
UNF PARENTS ASSOCIATION Scholarship
Established in 2008,
this endowment provides merit-based scholarships to students who demonstrate a
commitment to community service. The Parents Association strengthens the
association between families of students and UNF.
UNF STUDENT LEADERSHIP Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1989 for juniors or
seniors who display outstanding leadership qualities.
UNIJAX Scholarship
Created in 1983 by UNIJAX Inc., this endowed scholarship is
used to attract outstanding students to UNF.
SUSANA URBINA Scholarship
Established in 2011 by Dottie and George Dorion and friends
to honor UNF psychology professor Susana Urbina, this gift provides
scholarships for students majoring in psychology. The Dorions, well-known area
philanthropists, have funded a number of projects and scholarships at UNF.
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SIMIN and REZA VAGHEFI International Business Scholarship
Established in 2005 by Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Jones in honor of
Dr. Reza Vaghefi and his wife, Dr. Simin Vaghefi, this gift provides
scholarships for students majoring in international business and participating
in internships abroad. Jones, an honorary member of the UNF Foundation Board,
once was the CEO of Barnett Bank. Reza Vaghefi retired as a management
professor in the Coggin College of Business. Simin Vaghefi served as a
professor in the Brooks College of Health.
VAN LAW Scholarship/Fellowship
Established in 2010 by Paula (M.B.A ’84) and Bill Van Law
(B.B.A. ’84), alumni of the Coggin College of Business, this gift provides
funding for students in the Coggin College of Business.
JAMES VAN VLECK International Business Scholarship
Established in 2003 by Isabelle T. Davis (B.A. ’86), this
gift was made in honor of local civic leader Jim Van Vleck. The gift supports
programs and activities that provide study abroad opportunities for students in
the Coggin College of Business.
JAMES VAN VLECK Promising Futures Scholarship
Established in 2005 by Jim Van Vleck, this gift provides
scholarships for students majoring in art history, ceramics and sculpture,
graphic design, multimedia, painting, drawing or photography in the College of
Arts and Sciences. Eligible students must present at a regional or national
conference or have a UNF-approved study abroad trip scheduled to be completed
prior to graduation.
JAMES VAN VLECK Scholarship
Established in 2002 by Jim Van Vleck, this gift provides
scholarships for juniors or seniors majoring or minoring in international
studies in the College of Arts and Sciences who wish to participate in a study
abroad program.
JAMES VAN VLECK Transformational Learning Opportunity
Scholarship Endowment
Established in 2014 by Jim Van Vleck to support students
within the College of Arts and Sciences who want to participate in unique
learning experiences outside of the classroom. These experiences could include
items such as competing in a national/international competition, working on
research with a professor, attending a conference or studying abroad.
JOAN AMERY VAN VLECK Endowed Fellowship for Coastal Biology
This fund was created in 2015 by Joan Amery Van Vleck to
support graduate students pursuing degrees in coastal biology. Joan’s passion
for the natural environment inspired this gift for students in the biological
sciences.
AMY S. and MARK P. VITNER Endowed Scholarship
Established in 2014 by Amy and Mark Vitner (M.B.A. ‘92),
this gift provides funding for students in the Coggin College of Business.
VULCAN MATERIALS/FLORIDA ROCK DIVISION Scholarship
Established in 2007, this gift supports The Jacksonville
Commitment program, making need-based scholarships available to qualifying high
school graduates from Duval County. Vulcan Materials Co. is the nation’s
largest producer of construction aggregates.
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AMY WAINRIGHT Award in Creative Writing Endowment
Established in 2015 by Bruce and Ginny Roberts in memory of
their daughter Amy Wainright, this gift supports creative writing at UNF. Amy
was an English instructor at UNF.
ROBERT and PEGGY WARE Community Leadership Council
Scholarship
Established in 1985 by Bob Ware (M.Ed. ’84), a former IBM
executive, and his wife, Peggy (B.A. ’80), who taught in the Duval County
schools, this scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate or graduate student
majoring in special education with demonstrated financial need.
NINA WATERS Nonprofit Leadership Scholarship Endowment
Established in 2012 by James and Joan Van Vleck, this
scholarship honors Nina Waters, for her service as the president of The
Community Foundation of Jacksonville. The scholarship’s goal is to help support
a student who is enrolled in the graduate certificate in nonprofit management
program, housed within the Department of Political Science and Public
Administration.
JOSHUA C. WATKINS Memorial Scholarship
This endowment was established in 2006 in memory of Marine
Cpl. Joshua C. Watkins by Amy Vazquez, his mother, and David Tillis, his uncle.
Watkins was killed in action in Iraq. The scholarship is for active duty,
reserve or honorably discharged military personnel with a preference given to
Marines.
WEAVER FAMILY FOUNDATION Scholarship
Established in 2001 by Delores Barr and J. Wayne Weaver,
former majority owners of the Jacksonville Jaguars, this gift funds need-based scholarships. Scholarship recipients must demonstrate a commitment to
community service.
WEIGHT-KILCULLEN Basketball Scholarship
Established in 2005, this gift provides basketball
scholarships for student-athletes as well as discretionary funds for use by the
head basketball coach. Tony Weight established the endowment to recognize Matt
Kilcullen, UNF’s first Division I basketball coach, for his service to the
men’s basketball program.
LU ANN and DORAN WEINSTEIN Memorial Scholarship in Business
Established in 2012 by the estate of the late Lu Ann Bear
and Doran Weinstein, this gift provides business scholarships in memory of her
husband. Lu Ann Bear was an artist and portrait painter while Doran Weinstein
was a Jacksonville business executive.
LU ANN and DORAN WEINSTEIN Memorial Scholarship in Music
Established in 2012 by the estate of the late Lu Ann Bear
and Doran Weinstein, this gift provides music scholarships. Lu Ann Bear was an
artist and portrait painter. She was also an avid supporter of the UNF Music
Program.
LU ANN and DORAN WEINSTEIN Memorial Scholarship in Visual
Arts
Established in 2012 by the estate of the late Lu Ann Bear
and Doran Weinstein, this gift provides scholarships in the visual arts. Lu Ann
Bear was an artist and portrait painter. Her objective was to support the
visual arts in the Department of Art and Design.
WELLS FARGO BANK Scholarship
Originally established by First Union, this scholarship is
for undergraduate students who are National Merit Scholars, semifinalists,
achievement scholars or commended students.
WELLS FARGO Education Scholarship
Established in 2005 through the foundation of Wachovia Bank,
this endowment provides scholarships for students who study teacher education.
This scholarship is for first-time-in-college and transfer students.
ELLIS F. WHITE Founding Faculty Scholarship
Established in 2002 by UNF alumni and faculty in memory of
Ellis F. White, the founding dean of the College of Education and Human
Services, this award is given to outstanding undergraduate and graduate
students majoring in education.
KRISTI WILDER “Are You My Friend?” Scholarship
Established in 2003, this scholarship/fellowship is awarded
to juniors, seniors or graduate students majoring in special education who
demonstrate financial need. Students must live in Nassau, Duval, Baker, Clay or
St. Johns counties, with first preference given to those living in Nassau
County and second preference to Duval County residents. The endowment was
created in memory of Kristi Wilder, a young woman who survived longer than
doctors expected, against all odds with physical and mental disabilities but
with a warm and loving heart that knew no boundaries. She loved everyone and
everyone loved her — she would ask everyone she met, “Are you my friend?”
J.H. WILLIAMS Scholarship
Established in 2006 by the Florida Georgia Blood Alliance
Inc. in honor of Joseph Hanson Williams for his 25 years of service and time as
chair of the board, this gift provides scholarships for students who have a
demonstrated compassion for others and support the Florida Georgia Blood
Alliance’s volunteer blood donor program.
WOMEN and GIRLS Health Research Professorship
Established in 2004 by a group of interested donors, this
gift creates a professorship in female health research. This professorship allows
the Brooks College of Health to attract nationally recognized health
researchers and educators.
Janice A. and Lowell D. Wood Endowed Scholarship
This fund was established in 2018 by Janice A. and Lowell D. Wood to provide scholarship funding to the College of Education and Human Services students. Juniors or seniors majoring in Early Childhood Education, PreK/Primary Education or Elementary Education are eligible and preference is given to those concentrating in reading and literacy.
QUENTIN E. and LOUISE L. WOOD First Generation Endowed
Scholarship
This gift was established in 2014 by Quentin E. Wood to
support the First Generation Scholarship Program, providing need-based support
for students who are the first in their families to attend college.
MARK E. WORKMAN Professorship
Established in 2003 by Gerald B. Mitchell and Stephanie W.
Mitchell in honor of Dr. Mark Workman, former dean of the College of Arts and
Sciences and former UNF provost, this gift provides a named professorship to
the dean of the College of Arts and Sciences for the purpose of teaching,
research and public service. The dean may support student scholarships, faculty
teaching and research projects, curriculum development and the purchase of
equipment and technology.
WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL/UNF Lecture Series
Established in 2007 by World Affairs Council members and
friends, this endowment provides funding for visiting professors and lecturers
for students, faculty, alumni and the general public. Support for these
programs includes honoraria, travel and related expenses. Speakers will cover
topics of international and national interest.
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GERSON YESSIN Distinguished Professorship in Classical Music
Established in 1998 by Ruth Conley and community members to
honor Dr. Gerson Yessin, the founding chair of UNF’s Department of Music, this
professorship provides support for an outstanding senior faculty member in the
field of classical music studies.
SIR COLVILLE YOUNG Scholarship/Fellowship
Established in 1998 by Dr. Betty Flinchum, former senior
adviser for UNF’s international programs, this scholarship/fellowship honors
His Excellency Sir Colville Young, governor general of Belize. The award
provides funding for College of Education and Human Services students who are
citizens of Belize, to study at UNF and later return to their country with
renewed training, skills and the motivation to excel as educators.
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ELIZABETH and IRWIN ZEKARIA Scholarship/Fellowship
Established in 1998 by the Zekarias, this gift awards
scholarships/fellowships to undergraduate and graduate students in the College
of Education and Human Services who demonstrate financial need. Preference is
given to students majoring in deaf education.
EMILY R. ZIMMERMAN Endowed Scholarship
The estate of Emily Zimmerman created this endowment to
support students eligible for the First Generation Scholarship program.