The complete list of ECSU Foundation Inc. Competitive
Scholarships is listed below. Students do not
need to apply for a specific scholarship. It is
the charge of the committee to not only rank the
applicants but also to match the appropriate scholarship(s)
with the most deserving students.
Dr. Jacqueline A. Abbott Scholarship
This endowed fund was established by Dr. Abbott and her friends and colleagues upon her retirement to honor the more than 30 years of service that she had provided to Eastern’s community. This scholarship is awarded to nontraditional students in good academic standing and with academic promise who would benefit from special financial assistance and who wish to pursue a career in the field of education.
Academic Achievement Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a student who will be a senior, has a GPA of 3.0 or better, and is interested in sociology or psychology.
Cecile I. Allen Scholarship
Established in 2004 by Cecile I. Allen ’32, this scholarship is designated for a student in good academic standing, who is active in the community, and majoring in elementary education at Eastern.
Alston Memorial Scholarship
An anonymous donor, who wished to continue the legacy of writer and historian Mary Niven Alston, started this scholarship in 1982. Ms. Alston was a lifelong scholar who placed great value on the pursuit of knowledge. This scholarship is designed to financially assist nontraditional students. The award is intended to defray the expenses of deserving, returning women students.
Altrusa International, Inc.
This scholarship is made annually to a student who has completed at least one semester of academic work at Eastern, is in good academic standing, has a record of community service at Eastern or in the community, and who resides in the Northeastern part of Connecticut. Financial need is considered but is not the determining factor.
Barnes and Noble Endowed Scholarship
This endowed scholarship is made possible by Barnes and Noble. It is awarded annually to a current Eastern student who has demonstrated outstanding academic achievement.
Dr. Stanley F. Battle and Judith Rozie-Battle Scholarship
Established in 1998 by family, friends, and co-workers to honor former Associate Vice-President for Academic Affairs Stanley F. Battle, and Judith Roxie-Battle, this endowed scholarship is awarded to students who have academic promise and who would benefit from special assistance. The preferred recipient, who is from an urban community in Connecticut or Massachusetts, has demonstrated leadership qualities, good citizenship, and academic potential.
Hermann Beckert Music Scholarship
Mary C. Rogers and friends of the Beckert family established this endowed scholarship in honor of the late Hermann Beckert’s retirement from Eastern. Beckert served in various capacities during his many years with the University. The scholarship is awarded to full-time undergraduates with music performance involvement and a solid academic standing.
Charlotte Biederman French Studies Award
Eastern Professor of Anthropology Irene Glasser established the Charlotte Biederman French Studies Fund through the ECSU Foundation, Inc. in January 2001, in memory of her mother. It is intended to further the study of French at Eastern, and will be awarded, based on merit, to students who plan to teach French, major or minor in French or French Studies, and/or study French through one of Eastern’s study-abroad programs in a French-speaking culture.
Dr. Juliette P. Burstermann Scholarship
To honor the late Dr. Juliette P. Burstermann, Eastern professor emerita, Margaret S. Wilson and friends established this endowed scholarship in 1991. When Dr. Burstermann joined the staff of Willimantic Teachers College, now Eastern Connecticut State University, in 1948, she became the first African American college professor in New England. Dr. Burstermann was the first chairperson of the elementary education department and was known as a consummate professional who gave her absolute best to her students. Awarded to an education major demonstrating academic promise and financial need.
The Paul Burton Memorial Scholarship
The Paul Burton Scholarship was established in 1999 by Paul’s family and friends, and was endowed in January 2000. This scholarship honors the memory of Paul Burton, a 1999 graduate of Eastern Connecticut State University who majored in computer science. It is awarded annually to an Eastern student who is physically challenged and/or is majoring in computer science.
Doris K. Brown Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2007 in memory of Doris K. Brown for students with unmet financial needs including fees, housing and course materials.
Connie Campo Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Connie Campo, a former secretary of the English Department. It is awarded to an academically outstanding English major, preferably a nontraditional student who also demonstrates financial need.
Arturo and Elba Candales Memorial Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship, established by Dr. Barbara A. Candales ’74 and her brothers Robert A. and Randall R. A. Candales to honor their parents Arturo and Elba Candales, who were leaders in the Puerto Rican community in New London in the 1960s, encourages social work. Barbara Candales was named Connecticut’s “Social Worker of the Year” for 2006 and had a distinguished teaching and academic career in which she was at the University of Connecticut School of Social Work for nearly a decade and was a recipient of Central Connecticut’s “Teaching Excellence Award.” The scholarship is awarded to a Latina or Latino social work major who is a United States citizen and has at least a 2.0 GPA.
Dorothy N. Carlyle Scholarship Fund
This scholarship was established in 2008 by Cameron A. Carlyle and Dorothy N. Carlyle ’56. The scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student in good academic standing, demonstrating unmet financial need and showing initiative by working to pay for their own education. Priority is given to students not competing in varsity athletics.
Marlin S. Clark Endowed Scholarship Fund
David V.S. Burton established the Marlin S. Clark Scholarship Fund in 2004. The scholarship is awarded to a student who is from Windham, Hartford, New London, or New Haven County, with a minimum GPA of 3.0, who is actively performing community service. Preference is given to students who have successfully completed the ConnCAP Program.
ConnCAP Scholarship
This scholarship is made possible by a grant from the American Savings Foundation. It is awarded to a current Eastern student from any of the 47 towns served by the American Savings Foundation who has successfully completed the ConnCAP program.
Continuing Education Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a nontraditional student in good academic standing.
The Curran Family Scholarship
This endowed scholarship was established by Professor Emerita Ann Curran in 2000, in honor of the following members of her family: Eugene E. Curran, Sr.; Winifred Moriarty Curran, a member of the Class of 1912; and Eugene E. Curran, Jr. This scholarship is awarded annually to assist nontraditional students returning to school and majoring in elementary education.
Jarrell Cuyler and Angelica Padilla Memorial Scholarship
Sheridan Vernon created this endowed scholarship in honor of the late Jarrell Cuyler of Windsor and Angelica Padilla of Willimantic. This scholarship is made annually, where possible, to a student with unmet financial need, in good academic standing, and majoring in social work/sociology/applied relations.
Bruno Czech Memorial Scholarship
The Bruno Czech Memorial Scholarship was established in 1985 in memory of Bruno Czech through a substantial gift from the Zayre Corporation, with additional contributions from friends and co-workers. Mr. Czech was executive vice president of Zayre Corporation, a distinguished visiting Executive Professor of Business Administration at Eastern, and an active member of the Department of Economics and Management Services. The award is given to a junior Business Administration major with consideration given to the student's past academic performance, commitment to his/her studies, unmet financial need, and potential for a career in business.
John J. Delmonte, Jr. Scholarship
Madeline Bernstein established this endowed scholarship in 1993 in memory of her son, John J. DelMonte, Jr., ’73. This scholarship is awarded to a student in good academic standing who is a Performing Arts/Theatre major or minor. In Ms. Bernstein’s own words, the recipient must have a “driven passion for the theater in all of its facets.”
Dr. Robert W. Dolph Scholarship Award
The family and friends of the late Dr. Robert W. Dolph, a former Eastern professor of education, established this memorial-endowed scholarship in 1996. The scholarship is awarded annually to an education major who shows academic promise and who will benefit from financial assistance. Preference is given to students with a specialty in early childhood or elementary education.
Alf E. Dyrland Memorial Scholarship
Celeste Prussia ’83 created this scholarship in memory of her late husband. Its aim is to preserve the quality of the environment and continue Mr. Dyrland's goals and desires through present-day students. It is awarded to a biology major who has unmet financial need and is actively involved in a non-paid internship/practicum or research project directly related to the environment, either in a lab/field experience or the Tropical Biology course.
Eastern Chapter State University Organization of Administrative Faculty (SUOAF) Endowed Scholarship
The preferred recipient is from Connecticut and is a full-time undergraduate having demonstrated academic merit and community involvement. They must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
ECSU Class of 1994 Achievement Scholarship
The funds that make up this endowed scholarship are derived from the dollars remaining in the 1994 Senior Class Committee’s account at the time of the commencement. The class officers designated the sum for a scholarship at Eastern. The scholarship is awarded to a full-time junior or senior with unmet financial need and a minimum GPA of 3.0. He or she should be involved in student clubs or organizations and community activities, and demonstrate leadership skills.
ECSU Foundation Scholarship
The ECSU Foundation established this scholarship fund in order that individual donors may memorialize the loved ones of their choice. Gifts have been given to the fund in the memory of Franklin Prague, Karen Hall, and Biel Beckert. The scholarship is awarded to students with unmet financial need.
ECSU Foundation Community Youth Scholarship
Funded by Eastern’s annual Bowl-A-Thon, this scholarship is awarded to academically promising seniors from local high schools. Each recipient must have made a commitment to attend Eastern, be in the top 25 percent of his/her class, and have made a contribution to the high school and/or community in which he/she lives.
ECSU Foundation Faculty/Staff Scholarship
This award is made possible through gifts from Eastern faculty and staff, who restrict their contributions to unmet financial need.
ECSU Foundation Fine Arts Program Award
Established in 1998 by the ECSU Foundation, this scholarship is designated for a student with a GPA of 3.0 or above, who is majoring in fine arts, either visual or performing. This award is funded through proceeds from the Foundation’s annual Fun*Ding event.
Eastern Connecticut State University New London High School Endowed Scholarship
This endowed scholarship, established in 2000, is awarded to a New London High School graduate who will be attending Eastern in the fall.
Grace F. Enggas Scholarship
Established in 1996 to honor Grace F. Enggas, Eastern’s director of housing and residential life, this scholarship is awarded to a student with unmet financial need living in a campus residence hall or apartment. The student must have a 3.0 GPA or higher and have demonstrated leadership, preferably within a residence hall or apartment complex. Once a student is selected as a freshman, the scholarship will continue to be awarded in subsequent years as long as the criteria are being met.
Neil R. Esposito Memorial Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2007 by Marisa Esposito ’08 in memory of her father and is earmarked for a student in good academic standing, who has a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 (after their freshman year) and unmet financial need.
Forst Family Scholarship
Established by Dr. and Mrs. Arthur C. Forst, Jr., ’70/’84, along with four other members of the Forst family, all Eastern graduates. Dr. Forst served in many positions during his 25 years with the University, including director of admissions and enrollment planning, and director of alumni relations. This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman or transfer student in good academic standing with unmet financial need.
Founders of Accounting Scholarship
Established in 2005 by Emerti Professors John P. Listro, William T. Sisco and Ralph E. Webb, this scholarship is awarded to an Accounting major with unmet financial need. In addition, the recipient will possess leadership and good citizenship qualities, have a minimum 3.2 GPA and have attained 15 credits in accounting at Eastern and 75 credits overall.
Michael F. Gable Biology Student Assistantships Fund
Established by Biology Professor Michael Gable upon his 2008 retirement from Eastern, this award is for biology and biochemistry majors who have served biology teaching assistantships and have at least a 3.0 GPA. Recipients are chosen by the Department of Biology in conjunction with Institutional Advancement.
Thomas W. Gavigan Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Thomas Gavigan ’49 in 2007 for students who are attending Eastern Connecticut State University and have unmet financial need.
Francis E. Geissler Scholarship
Friends and colleagues of Francis E. Geissler initially funded this scholarship in honor of his retirement in 1977, following many years of service as an administrator and coach. This scholarship is awarded to a student who has completed two years at Eastern, is going to be a junior, has a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better, and has made an outstanding contribution to the college community through leadership in extra-curricular activities.
Todd Greenberg Memorial Scholarship
David T. Chase and the Todd S. Greenberg Charitable Foundation, Inc., created this memorial fund in 1987. The Greenberg Scholarship is in honor of the late Todd Starr Greenberg, president of Arctic Kold Refrigeration Company, and awarded annually to an outstanding business major.
John D. Heredia Endowed Scholarship
Gina Benoit ’89 established this endowed scholarship in 1998 for a student in unmet financial need. The preferred recipient will demonstrate an interest in or desire to pursue Native American Studies or has made a contribution to Native American culture or studies.
Edith, John & Chandler Hicks Family Scholarship Fund
This scholarship was established in 2007 for deserving students.
Luva Mead Hoar Endowed Scholarship
Luva Mead Hoar ’42, a member of the ECSU Foundation Board, established this endowed scholarship in 1986 while a member of the Board of Trustees of the Connecticut State University System. The scholarship is awarded each year to a junior or a senior who had demonstrated commitment to the community, as well as to the University.
Maximilian E. and Marion O. Hoffman Foundation Scholarship
The Hoffman Foundation established this scholarship in 1996. It is awarded annually to a full-time student in good academic standing with unmet financial need.
Carleton P. and Teresa H. James Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2007 by Teresa H. James ’49 to honor her late husband, Carleton P. James. The recipient of this award will be a student in good academic standing (preferably above a 3.0 GPA), majoring in Early Childhood or Elementary Education and preferably from Windham County. The student must be an in-state resident.
Sophie L. Jenkins Scholarship
In 1989, the year of Eastern’s centennial anniversary, Sophie L. Jenkins ’43 established this endowed scholarship upon her retirement as the University’s associate dean of academic affairs. Additional contributions were made in her honor by her family and her many friends and colleagues. The scholarship is awarded to undergraduates demonstrating academic achievement and unmet financial need.
Dr. Arthur L. Johnson Unity Fund
This endowed fund was established in October 2000 by his wife, Dr. Marie Love Johnson, and their family and friends. A portion of the interest earned on this fund will be used to assist Eastern students-in-need and in good standing on an emergency basis and to fund an annual book scholarship for an under-represented student with unmet financial need.
Paul E. Johnson, Sr. Community Conference Room Scholarship
The family of Paul E. Johnson, Sr. established this endowed fund in 1999 in honor of Mr. Johnson, who served on the staff of Willimantic State Teachers College from 1948 until 1966. The scholarship is awarded to students in good academic standing who are interested primarily in Native American and African American studies.
Andy Jones Visual Arts Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2007 with the funds collected since fall 2000 from the sale of the "Connecticut Quarter" prints designed for the U.S. Mint by Andy Jones, associate professor of Art. The recipient(s) must be a junior majoring in Visual Arts and in good academic standing.
Mae K. Kaplitz Memorial Music Scholarship
Paul Kaplitz established this endowed scholarship in 1995 in memory of his wife, Mae. Her lifelong love of music, especially vocal performance, inspired Mr. Kaplitz to create this scholarship. This scholarship is awarded to a music student active in the University’s choral organizations and demonstrating unmet financial need.
Stephen A. Kenton Scholarship
Established by Mathematics Professor Stephen A. Kenton in anticipation of his 2008 retirement from Eastern, the scholarship is awarded to Mathematics or Computer Science majors who are in good academic standing and have satisfactorily completed two required courses specified by Dr. Kenton.
Megan L. Kleczka Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Susan Brunell established this scholarship in 2008 in memory of her sister Megan Kleczka, who lost her life in 2007 while a student at Eastern. Megan was passionate about issues related to women’s health, safety, equality and justice. Recipients are full-time students in good academic standing at Eastern and committed to women’s social issues such as sexual health education, sexual assault services and/or reproductive justice. Preference is given to students in the field of women’s studies, social work or sociology with unmet financial need.
Albert James Kline Scholarship
Eleanor A. Kline created this scholarship in 1977 in honor of her son, an avid athlete. The scholarship is awarded to a junior with a GPA of 3.0 or better who has made an outstanding contribution to college life and to the college community through leadership in extracurricular activities.
Howard S. Kniffin Endowed Scholarship
Barbara Kniffin Lapp established this scholarship in memory of her late husband, Howard S. Kniffin, and in recognition of the achievements of their son, Charles E. Kniffin ’76, during his student years at Eastern. It is awarded to sophomores or juniors who have demonstrated excellence in an independent study in their major fields.
The Konover Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship is designated to support students majoring in Social Work, who are from the Hartford area and enrolled full-time at Eastern. Recipient(s) should be in good academic standing at the University.
The Earle M. Lacey Scholarship
Family, friends and classmates of Earle M. Lacey '51, established this scholarship in 1999. This endowed fund is awarded annually to a student majoring in education who works to improve the lives of those in economically challenged communities. The recipient must be in good academic standing and demonstrate unmet financial need.
Ellen L. Lang Endowed Scholarship
Ellen L. Lang ’81 and James E. Watson, M.D. established this endowed fund in 1998 to honor/recognize older, nontraditional students returning to Eastern to obtain an undergraduate degree. All candidates must be in solid academic standing.
Lauter-Greer-Flanzer Scholarship
Joseph A. Flanzer and the Lauter-Greer Foundation established this scholarship in 1987 in remembrance of Philip Lauter and Josephine Lauter Greer. Two scholarships are awarded each year: the first to an incoming student who placed in the top 20 percent of his or her graduating class and who has a combined SAT score of 1,000 or better; the second to a continuing student who has a minimum 3.5 GPA.
Liberty Bank Foundation Scholarship
Funded by Liberty Bank, this scholarship is awarded to undergraduate students majoring in business or economics and is awarded based on unmet financial need.
MassMutual Scholarship
MassMutual established this scholarship to assist incoming freshmen or current students at Eastern who attended Hartford High School and are in need of financial assistance.
The Mead Citizenship Award
This award was established by Luva Mead Hoar ’42 in October 2001 in honor of the occasion naming the Luva Mead Hall and the Bernice Niejadlik Hall at Eastern. This award is to be given annually to recognize a Mead Hall resident student who is in good academic and social standing, who shows concern for others, and demonstrates excellent citizenship and service in regard to community and humankind.
The Meehan & Daughters Real Estate and Development Endowed Scholarship
William Meehan ’65/’70 and Virginia Meehan ’68 established this endowed scholarship in 1997 in honor of William J. and Irene Meehan, and Hazel and Stanley Sheldon, Sr. It is awarded to a junior who has a minimum GPA of 2.9, has good academic promise, and unmet financial need. The donors ask that the student be from Windham, Willimantic, or surrounding areas, majoring in education, business or English, and have an interest in Canadian or Irish studies.
Bernice Clark Niejadlik Endowed Scholarship
Luva Mead Hoar ’42 established this endowed scholarship in 1999 to honor the memory of her longtime friend, Bernice “Bunny” Niejadlik. Ms. Niejadlik graduated from Willimantic State Normal School in 1930 and earned her bachelor’s degree from Willimantic State Teachers College in 1950. She was a former chair of the Connecticut State University Board of Trustees and a past recipient of the ECSU Alumni Association’s Distinguished Alumni Award (1970) and the Hermann Beckert “Friends of the University” Award (1989). It is awarded annually to a student majoring in education.
NRY Scholarship
In 1994, this scholarship was established to benefit future teachers as well as honor three long-time Eastern education faculty members—Professors Joe Narotsky, David Rand, and Ralph Yulo. This award is made annually to promising students in the field of education.
Dr. Ann Marie Orza Endowed Scholarship
This endowed scholarship was established in 2006 by Dr. Ann Marie Orza, an emeriti professor, who taught for many years in the Psychology Department at Eastern. This scholarship is awarded to a student who has a minor in Women Studies and/or a student who has made a contribution in the area of human rights.
Peace Through Education Fund
The Peace Through Education Fund was established in 2005 by Barbara Zulick to honor the life of her husband John M. Zulick following his 2004 death. A Marine Corps veteran of the Korean War, John Zulick attended Eastern on the GI Bill and, after graduating in 1960, went on to receive a master’s degree from Eastern and Ph.D. from the University of Connecticut. During a long career in education, Dr. Zulick taught at Eastern and later returned as Acting Dean of Continuing Education. The award recipient is an Eastern student studying abroad. Preference is given to Education majors and students demonstrating unmet financial need.
Daniel Pearl Memorial Scholarship
In 2002 Sheridan Vernon created this endowed scholarship in honor of the late Daniel Pearl. This scholarship is made annually to a student in good academic and community standing, majoring in communications or political science, with an interest in international affairs.
David and Janet Philips Endowed Scholarship
The family of the late David and Janet Philips, along with friends and colleagues, established this endowed scholarship in recognition of the Philips family’s long association with the University. David Philips taught at Eastern for 28 years until his retirement in 1990. The Philips family includes many Eastern graduates. The scholarship is awarded annually to an English major, based on academic achievement and distinction within the field of English.
Post/Zipkin Endowed Scholarship
This endowed scholarship was established in 1990 from the estates of Anna Zipkin Post, class of 1912, and Frank and Katrina Post. The purpose is to establish a scholarship to help needy students whose primary goal is to become teachers.
The Franklin and Edith Prague Centennial Scholarship
Edith Prague ’65 and the late Franklin Prague, longtime Eastern benefactors, established this endowed scholarship in 1989 at the time of the University’s centennial anniversary.
The Virginia and Charles Prewitt Peace and Human Rights Studies Endowment
This endowed fund was established in 2002 for a student in good academic standing who is active in the community and demonstrates a sincere interest and concern in relation to peace and human rights.
Pedro Rivas-Diaz Memorial Fund
The University’s Modern Languages Department and the Nu Chi Chapter of Sigma Delta Pi established this fund in 1997 as a tribute to Pedro Rivas-Diaz, the department’s first chairperson, who was instrumental in the growth of the department’s library collection of Latino books and films.
Kathleen W. Roan Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Kay Roan in 2007 for students in good academic standing with unmet financial need. Kay has volunteered countless hours to non-profits in Willimantic and is one of the longest standing members of the ECSU Foundation Inc. Board of Directors.
The Rogers Endowed Teaching Scholarship
Awarded to a junior in any undergraduate major preparing to teach in elementary or middle school (grades 1 through 9), and with a course concentration in the sciences.
David M. Roth Memorial Scholarship
In 1985, this endowed scholarship was established in remembrance of David M. Roth, renowned Connecticut historian and Eastern history professor of 23 years. It is awarded to a junior history or history and social science major demonstrating distinguished academic performance and leadership.
SBM Charitable Foundation Early Childhood Education Endowed Scholarship Fund
The SBM Charitable Foundation Early Childhood Education Endowed Scholarship Fund was established in 2007 to provide Early Childhood Education majors with tuition scholarships.
Richard A. Savage Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2007 to honor Richard Savage, director of financial aid, at the time of his retirement. The recipient(s) must be a Biology, Biochemistry, Environmental Earth Science, Computer Science or Business Information Systems major and be enrolled full-time. The recipient must have completed 45 credits, the majority at Eastern, and have a minimum GPA of 3.5 with unmet financial need.
Tammy E. Schaeffer Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Established in 2006 to honor Tammy Schaeffer, a 1990 Eastern graduate whose passion in life was the Spanish language and culture. The recipient must be a promising student with unmet financial need, in good academic standing, and planning to study abroad in a Spanish-speaking country.
Scholarship for Entrepreneurial Creativity
This scholarship award is given to a junior or senior taking BUS 351, Advanced Business Concepts & Entrepreneurial Applications, in the spring and fall of consecutive years. Top ranked students in both sections will be considered for nomination by the course instructor(s). Consideration will be given to their past academic performance, commitment to his/her studies, demonstrated unmet financial need, and creativity and innovation in business.
The George Shafer- Frederick Noble Endowed Scholarship
Established in 1953 by the ECSU Alumni Association of Willimantic State Teachers College, this endowed scholarship honors Dr. George H. Shafer and Dr. Frederick R. Noble for their years of service to Eastern. It is awarded to in-state, full-time undergraduates on the basis of academic merit, unmet financial need, and community involvement. Candidates must have a minimum GPA of 2.7.
Miriam E. Silcox Scholarship
Miriam E. Silcox, a 1930 graduate of the Willimantic Normal School who passed away in April 2001, created this scholarship in 1980. It is awarded to sophomores and juniors participating in extracurricular activities and/or community service who have a minimum GPA of 3.0, distinction within a field of study, and unmet financial need.
Sodexo Scholarship
Sodexo created this scholarship in 1999. It is awarded to current Eastern students demonstrating academic achievement and unmet financial need.
Student Government Association Scholarship
Funded by the Student Government Association, this scholarship is awarded to a student with a GPA of 2.7 or above, who is active in extracurricular activities and/or service to the University.
Nancy K. Sulinski Scholarship
This endowed scholarship was established in 1998 in memory of Nancy K. Sulinski ’76 by Michael McLaughlin and the family of Nancy K. Sulinski. It is awarded each year to a
student in good standing entering his or her senior year and majoring in mathematics, preferably with an interest in attending graduate school.
Edmund J. Sullivan, M.D. Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2003 by Joy Goff in memory of her father, Edmund J. Sullivan, M.D. It is awarded to a student majoring in any of the sciences with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and unmet financial need.
Elizabeth A. Thomas Endowed Scholarship
The recipient of this award will be a non-traditional sociology student who is a single mother, preferably from Bozrah, CT. If a student can not be identified who meets the criteria, a single mother with need may receive this award.
Betty R. Tipton Memorial Scholarship
The family and friends of Betty R. Tipton established this fund in 1999 in memory of Mrs. Tipton and the years of service that she gave to the University. The scholarship is awarded to students who show promise and unmet financial need.
Traveler’s Award Scholarship Endowment Fund
This endowed scholarship was established by the Travelers Foundation in 1998. It is awarded to Eastern students who demonstrate unmet financial need and are graduates of Hartford area high schools.
Ann and Kenneth Tucker Scholarship
Barbara M. Tucker, professor of history and director of the David M. Roth Center, established this endowed scholarship in November 2000 for Connecticut Studies. It is awarded to a full-time student in financial need who has completed 45 credits at Eastern, is a History or History/Social Sciences major, has completed five history courses at Eastern, and has a minimum GPA of 3.25.
United Technologies Endowed Scholarship
United Technologies Corporation established this scholarship in 1999. It is designated for graduates of Hartford public schools majoring in mathematics, science, or technology and demonstrating unmet financial need.
Rosalie Vernon Memorial Scholarship
Sheridan Vernon established this endowed award in 1995 in memory of his mother, Rosalie Vernon. It is awarded annually to an Eastern biology major in good academic standing with unmet financial need. The recipient should have an interest in attending medical school.
The Sidney Vernon, M.D. Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2000 by Sheridan Vernon to honor the memory of his late father, Dr. Sidney Vernon, who practiced medicine in the Willimantic area for many years. It is intended for a student studying physical science, biology, pre-professional programs or biochemistry, or in an individualized program related to medicine. The recipient shall be in good academic standing and demonstrate unmet financial need.
Randy D. Walmsley, Jr. Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2004 by Dawn Brolin, in memory of her brother, Randy D. Walmsley, Jr. It is awarded to a senior or graduate student majoring in psychology or biology with unmet financial need.
Andrée & C.R. Webb Endowed Scholarship
Former Eastern President Charles Webb and his wife, Andree, established this fund in 1999 on the occasion of the naming of Charles R. Webb Hall.
The Hans Weiss Visual Arts Award
Hans Weiss, friend of Eastern and artist and proprietor of the Fine Arts Studio & Gallery in Manchester, as well as members of the ECSU Foundation Board of Directors established this award in 1998. It is awarded to a student in good academic standing who is majoring in visual arts.
Priscilla Saunders Wilcox Memorial Scholarship
This endowed fund was established in 1993 by Mr. Alfred Wilcox. It is awarded to students in good academic standing with unmet financial need.
The Windham Pepsi-Cola Bottling Co., Inc. Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2004 by the Windham Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company to benefit promising students in the field of business. The preferred recipient is a business major who has demonstrated leadership qualities and good citizenship, and is in good academic standing with unmet financial need.
Henry N. and Frances Z. Winiarski Scholarship
Established in 1997 by Dr. Virginia W. Lowney and family members, this endowed scholarship commemorates Dr. Lowney’s parents, who were avid supporters of education. This scholarship is awarded to a full time junior/senior with unmet financial need who is involved in student clubs and community service/activities.
WTIC/Perry Ury Scholarship
The David T. Chase Family and The Ten Eighty Corporation established this scholarship in honor of retired Ten Eighty President Perry Ury. It is awarded to a junior who is majoring in business administration or economics, and who has demonstrated achievement, leadership, and potential for success.
Yankee Gas Endowed Scholarship
This award was established for a deserving minority student.
Frances Karlyn Zittel Endowed Award
This award was established in 1999 through a bequest from the estate of the late Captain Karl O. A. Zittel, USCG-Ret. This bequest established an endowment in memory of the captain’s daughter, Frances Karlyn Zittel, who predeceased him. Proceeds of the endowment will be used to support scholarship assistance for students pursuing a degree in the field of education, as well as for other programs that foster success for current Eastern students.
