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Anthropology, Geography, Earth Science
Art
Biology
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Computer Information Science
English

History
Mass Media Arts & Journalism
Mathematics
Modern Languages
Music
Physics
Psychology
Speech Communication
Theatre

General

Oleta B. Amsler Scholarship: Mrs. Amsler established this award to recognize a freshman Liberal Arts/Studies major who displays eclectic activities and interests during his/her high school years. Award is renewable as long as student winner maintains a 3.0 gpa at Clarion and remains a Liberal Studies major. This scholarship is available at least once every four years. Students are automatically considered via their admissions materials when the scholarship is available.

Joanne W. Haskell Scholars Program Endowment: Established by Joanne Gwen (Wagner) Haskell, friend of Clarion University, and designated to fund scholarships in the field of humanities. The fund will make awards to students who plan to travel abroad to pursue studies in the humanities. Scholarships are intended for students who take courses in a foreign country, supplement existing research projects or creative and civic activities. Applicants must be juniors or seniors in good academic standing. Selection will be made from application and accompanying proposal. Contact the Office of the Provost for further information.

Nancy Shaw McKee Scholarship: This endowed scholarship will provide one annual scholarship to an undergraduate student (of junior standing or higher) majoring in any area of the arts and sciences. The recipient will be selected on the basis of academic performance and financial need. Contact the dean of the College of Art and Sciences at 814-393-2225 for more information. Students need to be first nominated by faculty to be considered for this scholarship. Nominated students will need to submit a "Goals Statement". Deadline date for nominees is March 29.

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Anthropology, Geography, and Earth Science

Tracy V. Buckwalter Memorial: This endowed scholarship was established in memory of former faculty member Dr. Tracy V. Buckwalter. This award will be given annually to a senior student who best displays a vital interest and outstanding scholarship in the field of geology. For additional information contact Dr. John Ernissee, Department of Anthropology, Geography, and Earth Science at 814-393-2317.

William and Elizabeth Hart Scholarship: This scholarship established to honor former chemistry professor Dr. William Hart. Currently, two scholarships are awarded and can be used to pay for tuition, room, board, and some miscellaneous fees, including books. Applicants must major in mathematics, physics, chemistry, geography/earth science, or biology and have completed 45 credits. They must have a QPA of 3.0 overall and 3.3 in mathematics and science course work. Selection shall be made by competitive examination, testing the student's ability in mathematics and English. Application deadline is late February. Contact the Scholarship Committee chair, Dr. Ben Freed, at 814-393-2592 for additional information.

The Ruth Bleakney Montgomery Science/Mathematics Scholarship: This scholarship established by Ron and Judy Montgomery in memory of Ron’s mother Ruth. This endowment encourages students from Armstrong, Jefferson and Clarion Counties (preference given to Armstrong) with high achievement measured by their high school class rank and SAT score and also excellent academic performance at Clarion University to seek higher education. They must be of sophomore, junior or senior standing (with preference given to sophomores). Candidates must have declared a B.S. in a traditional science or mathematics major. Previous recipients may receive the award up to a total of three times. Applicants must apply no later than one week after grades are available for the spring semester. Please contact the office of the Dean of Arts and Science at 814-393-2328.

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Art

Clarence and Janet Lesser Scholarships: The Lesser Trust Fund provides scholarships to successful students in the areas of theatre, art, music, and athletics. High school students who have exhibited high interest and achievement in these areas are urged to apply. Application for consideration needs to be submitted prior to April 1. Selection is based upon talent, academic promise, and leadership potential. Awards may be continued in subsequent years at the discretion of the selection committee, subject to the availability of funds. Contact the Financial Aid Office at 814-393-2315 for additional information.

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Biology

Biology Department Fund Scholarships: Two scholarships are awarded to biology or medical technology students who are currently juniors. Students should apply in the spring to the Biology Department Scholarship Committee. The Scholarship Committee makes a recommendation to the department based upon academic record, contribution to the department and/or university, and participation in extracurricular activities. Scholarships are paid directly onto the student’s billing account. Application deadline date is April 4.

Outstanding Biology Scholars Award: These scholarships are awarded annually to freshman biology, secondary-education-biology, molecular biology, environmental biology or medical technology majors. To be considered, students need SAT scores higher than 1200 (combined critical reading & mathematics component), and class rank in the top 20%. The awards are continued if requirements are met each year. Contact the Biology Department at (814) 393-2273 for additional information. Deadline date is February 15.

Jack N. Blaine Scholarship Endowment: Created by the board of directors of the Clarion University Foundation, Inc. in honor of Jack Blaine. Mr. Blaine, a Clarion alumnus ('66) and a member of the physical science faculty (1966-1984, 1992-1997), was the first director of the Donald D. Peirce Planetarium, director of the university foundation (1979-1992), and the university's first vice president for development and institutional advancement (1984-1992). This endowment will fund scholarships for students in the sciences.

Ecology Scholarship: A scholarship to be awarded to an undergraduate student who is enrolled in a Clarion University field course offered through the Pymatuning Laboratory of Ecology. Recipient will be selected based on academic excellence, service to the department, university, and community, and evidence of a scholarly commitment to ecology and environmental biology. Applicants are required to submit a current vita/resume, an unofficial college transcript, and complete a 2-page essay summarizing university and community service, research activities, and career goals. Applicants must be majoring in a bachelor of science in biology or environmental biology degree.

Kim Rutherford Memorial Scholarship: A scholarship in memory of a former faculty member is awarded each year to freshman or sophomore major in any of the biology degree programs, except medical technology. Recipient is selected upon the following criteria: academic excellence, participation in extracurricular activities, service to the Biology Department and Clarion University, financial need, and the student's goals in biology. Application should be made in the spring to the Biology Department. Final selection made by department's academic committee. Application deadline date is April 4.

Trout Unlimited Conservation Scholarship: This scholarship has been established with the foundation through the sponsorship of the Iron Furnace, the Oil Creek, and the Allegheny Mountain Chapter of Trout Unlimited. It provides a $1,000 annual award to support the education of a senior student who displays a keen interest in conservation of natural aquatic resources, especially cold-water. The award will be based first on a written statement of the student's conservation goals and second their academic record. For additional information contact Dr. Andy Turner Department of Biology room 235 Peirce Hall. Application deadline is April 22.

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Chemistry

Clarion University Department of Chemistry Scholarships: These scholarships are awarded to chemistry majors and are based upon academic achievement in chemistry. Contact the Chemistry Department chair at 814-393-2281.

Clarion University Department of Chemistry Commemorative Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to a chemistry major and based upon academic achievement in chemistry. Contact the Chemistry Department chair at 814-393-2281.

Heagy Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship is made possible by a generous contribution from the family of former chemistry student, John Heagy. Awarded annually to Chemistry major of at least sophomore standing. The candidate is selected by the Chemistry Department on the basis of academic record. The scholarship is paid by the foundation to the student’s billing account. For more details, contact the Chemistry Department chair at 814-393-2281.

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Computer Information Science

Computer Information Science Department Foundation Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded annually to a computer science or information systems major based on academic excellence and participation in university and community activities. Additional information can be obtained from the Computer Information Science Department at 814-393-2442.

Elizabeth Ross Association of Information Technology Professionals Scholarship: Annual scholarships are awarded to AITP members majoring in Computer Information Science (CIS). Selection is based on academic record and contribution to AITP. Additional information can be obtained from the CIS Department at 814-393-2442. Deadline date is April 15.

George R. Lewis Scholarships: These scholarships are made available to deserving students in computer science. The scholarship is renewable through four years, provided that students meet the required academic standards. Contact the chair of the Computer Information Science Department at (814) 393-2442 for more information.

Ronald B. Lucas Scholarship: This scholarship was established by Ronald, Class of 1982, and Debra Lucas for deserving Clarion University students in either Computer and Information Science or Business. To be considered, student must demonstrate financial need and file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and must maintain a 3.0 or higher grade point average in high school with plans to attend Clarion University. First preference will be given to a student in Computer Information Science. Next preference will be a student entering a department in the College of Business Administration in Administrative Science, Finance, or Accountancy. Eligible students will be notified.

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English

Joseph F. and Susannah Centorcelli Scholarship: This scholarship fund established by Mr. Joseph F. Centorcelli in memory of his wife, through the Clarion University Foundation. One recipient is selected each year. Applicants must be an English major of at least sophomore standing, have a 2.5 QPA and be residents of Clarion, Jefferson, or Venango County. Candidates must submit a narrative in which they discuss academic interests and future goals. Also they are urged to submit samples of critical or creative writing. Application should be made in the Spring Semester to the chair, English Department at 814-393- 2482.

English Alumni Endowed Junior Scholarships: Two scholarships are awarded annually to second-semester junior English majors for their senior year of study. Student applicants must submit either a recent sample of critical writing or a recent sample of creative writing. Final selection is made by department members. Contact the English Department for further details.

Gilbert Neiman Scholarships: These scholarships were established in memory of Dr. Gilbert Neiman, former professor of English at Clarion University. Three awards are made each year, one each to a junior, sophomore, and freshman who major in English, liberal arts, or secondary education English. Freshman applicants must submit a creative writing or critical essay, recommendation from a senior English teacher, and a high school transcript. Scholarship application should be submitted after the student has been accepted at Clarion with the English Department at 814-393-2482.

Nemmer Award for Outstanding Graduating English Major: This award is given annually to one graduating senior English major. There is no application process. Nomination of candidates for the award and selection are made by department members each spring.

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History

History Department Foundation Scholarship: To be considered, students must be sophomore or junior standing at Clarion University. Criteria for selection include academic excellence and service to the History department. Contact the chair of the History department at 814-393-2546.

John Francis Salvucci Scholarship: This scholarship established by Mr. & Mrs. Gene Salvucci in memory of their son, John, who graduated from Clarion with a History degree in 1981. Incoming freshmen enrolled in the Secondary Education/Social Studies program will be given first consideration with second preference given to incoming freshmen that have declared a History major. To be considered, students must have a minimum SAT score of 1100 and be in the upper two-fifths of his or her high school graduating class. Student records are reviewed for this scholarship upon receipt of their admissions materials; no scholarship application is required.

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Mass Media Arts & Journalism

James J. Canelos Scholarship: Annually a scholarship in memory of alumnus J.J. Canelos is offered to a junior Mass Media Arts & Journalism major. Eligibility requires a minimum QPA of 3.4. Final selection is made by department members on the basis of academic record, contribution to the Communication Department and the university, participation in extracurricular activities, and financial need. Additional information can be obtained from the Mass Media Arts & Journalism Department chair at 814-393-2245.

James H. Cole Scholarship: Annually, a scholarship in honor of James D. Cole, former Dean of the School of Mass Media Arts & Journalism, is directed toward second semester undergraduates majoring in Mass Media Arts & Journalism with no fewer than 15 credits and no more than 32 credits. Final selection made by department members on the basis of academic achievement, involvement in the department and community service.

Mass Media Arts & Journalism Department Foundation Scholarship: This scholarship awarded annually by department members on the basis of academic achievement, involvement in the Communication Department and community service. Additional information can be obtained from the Communication Department chair at 814-393-2245.

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Mathematics

Calculus Scholarship: This scholarship is for a declared mathematics major who achieves the highest score on a standardized calculus test. Students must be recommended by faculty members to take the test. The award is available annually through the Mathematics Department Endowment Fund. For further information contact the chair of the Mathematics Department at 814-393-2592.

Marlin and Cleva Hartman Scholarship: Established by Marlin Hartman, Class of 1959, and Cleva Haight Hartman, Class of 1959, for an incoming freshman that is a son or daughter of a United States veteran. Financial need is also considered. First preference is for a Math or Math Education major. Second preference is for an Elementary Education major. Strength of academic credential is also influential. Submit DD214 along with letter requesting to be considered to the Scholarship Administrator in the Clarion University Admissions Office. Scholarship awarded by March 1.

John F. Kuhn Mathematics Scholarship: This scholarship fund established by Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Gendler, with the support of the entire Mathematics Department, to honor the memory of Provost Kuhn by providing scholarships to attract students from under represented classes to study mathematics at Clarion University. Candidates must have applied for admission to Clarion University with the intent to be a full time undergraduate student. They must be a member of an under represented class and planning to major in mathematics or mathematics education. QPA, class rank, SAT or ACT scores and recommendations from mathematics teachers measured by the admissions file.

Mathematics Freshman Scholarship: This scholarship is for incoming freshman mathematics major. To be considered, students must have outstanding SAT math score and excellent high school grades. For more information contact the Mathematics Department Chair at 814-393-2592. Deadline date is February 15.

Fred L. and June McCall Burns & Family Scholarship: This sophomore year scholarship established by Dr. Max H. Burns in honor of his parents Fred and June McCall Burns. Current student must be seeking a degree in Music, Drama or Mathematics or in the Education fields of Music, Drama or Mathematics, and possess excellent grades at Clarion. Contact the Scholarship Administrator in the Admissions Office for additional information. Deadline for consideration is March 17.

Helen and Lawrence Smith Scholarships: These scholarships are made possible by an endowment established by Mrs. Helen Smith in memory of her husband. Applications for awards considered in the Spring semester for a Fall award. In the Fall of the award, applicants must be full-time students at the junior or senior level majoring in library science or mathematics, must have completed at least 64 credits, and have a QPA of 3.0 or higher. The scholarships are available for a second year, provided students maintain the academic standards required. Contact the Chair of Mathematics at 814-393-2592.

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Modern Languages

Rafael Diaz y Diaz Scholarship: This award is presented annually to the most outstanding junior or senior who is majoring in Spanish and plans to study either in Spain and/or a Hispanic country. It is based upon academic excellence and contribution to the Spanish section of the Modern Languages Department. Selection made by the Spanish Scholarship Committee. For further details contact the Modern Languages Department at 814-393-2494.

Irmgard Hegewald Scholarship Fund: The Hegewald Scholarship Fund was established through a gift from the estate of her mother, Gertrude Schulz, to honor the former German faculty member. The purpose of the fund is to provide scholarships for students studying German. Academic achievement in German and financial need as indicated by the FAFSA are factors considered. For further details contact Eleanor Ter Horst in the Modern Languages Department.

The Megan Lhota-Calderaro Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship was established by Jim Calderaro, Jr. in honor of his wife Megan Calderaro, Clarion Class of 1973, who passed away March 15, 2003 . Megan was a Spanish-Education major at Clarion. She always spoke highly of her experience at Clarion and Megan was very proud of her Spanish Education degree. She was a high level manager for Bell Atlantic / Verizon Inc. for twenty years. She utilized the Spanish portion of her education to help Bell Atlantic/Verizon conduct seminars in different countries. Megan was a very giving, selfless person. The scholarship is a way of keeping her memory alive. It is intended to honor her giving nature for many years to come. To be automatically considered, student must be incoming freshman Spanish-Education major. Student must have a minimum of 3.0 GPA and a 1000 (combined critical reading & mathematics component) on SAT. If there is not an eligible Spanish –Education major, then the award will be presented to Spanish major.

Judith McCrary Scholarships: These awards are given to one French major, one Spanish major, and one German minor each year based on quality of academic work. For further details contact the Modern Languages Department at 814-393-2494.

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Music

Sarah Beels Dunikoski Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship was established through the estate of Kenneth & Katherine Beels in memory of their daughter, Sarah. To be considered, incoming student must be a Music Education major with outstanding grades and SAT Score. All Music applicants automatically considered between November and March each recruiting year. No scholarship application form required. Please make sure the Admissions Office has updated grades and SAT/ACT scores.

M. Grace Knapp Music Scholarship: Established from the estate of Francis M. Shope, faculty emeritus, associate athletic director, instrumental in the development of Clarion's athletic program till her retirement in 1986. Music was an important part of Fran's life; she was very active in numerous community choirs so she created this music scholarship in honor of her dear friend, M. Grace Knapp. To be eligible for consideration, current student must be a junior at Clarion, Music education major with a minimum 3.0 grade point average. Contact person each spring is chair of Music department.

Dr. John A. Mooney Scholarship: Presented to music major of at least sophomore standing. Criteria for selection are based primarily upon musical talent and secondarily upon financial need. Candidates will be required to demonstrate musical talent via live audition. This endowed scholarship will be applied to the recipient's educational fees. Contact the chair of the Music Department at 814-393-2287 for additional information. Deadline date is April 1.

National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Scholarship: Scholarship sponsored by the National Association of Music Merchants. It is awarded annually to an outstanding Bachelor of Music student with elective studies in a business major based on musical and scholastic achievement.

Presser Scholarship: This scholarship sponsored by the Presser Foundation of Bryn Mawr, PA. It is awarded annually to the outstanding senior music major. The recipient is selected through music faculty nominations.

Mary L. Seifert Music Scholarship: This scholarship established by Clarion alumna Mary L. Seifert. Its purpose is to annually reward academic achievement, department and university service, and the musical contributions of a junior or senior music major. For additional information contact the chair of the Music Department at 814-393-2287.

Sabina Mooney Seifert Scholarship: This scholarship established in honor of Mrs. Seifert, class of 1909, by her daughter Mary L. Seifert. It is available as a one-year award for freshman music majors. The award criteria are based primarily upon academic achievement. To be considered, the student must have a QPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or higher and must rank in top 1/5th of his or her Western Pennsylvania high school graduating class. Contact the chair of the Music Department at 814-393-2287 for additional information. Deadline date is April 1.

The Slanco-Grunenwald Scholarship: This scholarship was established by Janice Slanco-Grunenwald to honor and celebrate the commitment of her parents, George & Ann Slanco to her musical education; and the constant support and encouragement of her husband, Joseph Grunenwald to her professional life as a Pastoral Musician, High School Choral Director, Private Instructor, and Collaborative Pianist. The award is for incoming freshman music major with a 3.0 minimum g.p.a. who is a leader in his/her school's or church's musical program and wishes to bring that leadership and enthusiasm to Clarion University's music program. Interested students who wish to be considered for this award may request an application for the Slanco-Grunenwald Scholarship from the Chair of the Music Department at 814-393-2287. Deadline is April 1.

Linda Marie Trunzo Memorial Scholarship: These awards, presented in memory of Ms. Trunzo, a Clarion student, have been designated for incoming freshman music majors. The recipients are selected by a scholarship committee on the basis of academic achievement and an interview/audition to demonstrate talent in music. Recipients are named "Trunzo Scholars." Contact the chair of the Music Department at 814-393-2287 for additional information. Deadline date is April 1.

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Physics

Mary Jane Collins Meenan Scholarship: This scholarship established through the estate of M. Clyde Meenan in memory of his wife, Mary Jane. Awarded annually to a deserving student in the cooperating Engineering program at Clarion University. Criteria includes overall 3.0 q.p.a, carry a “B” average in mathematics, physics and chemistry courses, provide a recommendation from a science or mathematics instructor, and have financial need. Contact the Chair of Physics for further information. Award made at the end of March.

Paul Shank Award for Excellence in Physics: Two awards are made annually in honor of Dr. Shank, a former physics professor. The scholarships are awarded based on grades in physics, mathematics, and computer science and are presented to junior physics majors. In addition, recipients' names are inscribed on a plaque in the department office. See the Physics Department chair for further details at 814-393-2571.

Karl and Inge Sendler Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship established in the memory of Karl and Inge Sendler for students with the desire and will to learn the world of physics. Mr. Sendler had an impressive career that included making major contributions to the development of US manned space capabilities. Mr. Sendler retired from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in 1974 as Director of Instrumentation Systems. Mrs. Sendler, a physics graduate in her own right, worked for the US Army. One of her assignments was to compute flight trajectories. To be considered for this scholarship, you must be an incoming freshmen student majoring in Physics or Secondary Ed Physics and demonstrate financial need via the FAFSA form. Upon admissions acceptance, you are automatically considered for this award.

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Psychology

Eric S. Knotick Memorial Scholarship: This endowed scholarship in memory of Mr. Knotick, a Clarion student, is given annually to a psychology major. The award is based on academic accomplishment, service to the university, Psychology Department, and community. Students must have completed at least 90 hours by the end of current spring semester with an overall QPA of 2.50. Student must also have completed at least 12 credits in Psychology. Contact the Psychology Department chair at 814-393-2295 for additional information. Deadline is the last Friday of March.

Dr. Iseli K. Krauss Psychology Scholarship: This scholarship established by Dr. Krauss, a member of Clarion's Psychology department since 1988. The scholarship will be awarded to a current Clarion University sophomore who has a minimum SAT score of 1050 and a 3.2 QPA. The award will be paid during the student's junior year and can be renewed for the senior year. For additional information, contact the chairperson of the Psychology Department. Deadline is last Friday of March.

Psychology Department Endowed Scholarship: To be eligible a student must have completed 64 hours by the end of the current spring semester with an overall QPA of 3.0. Students must also have completed 15 hours in Psychology, at least 9 of which must have been earned at Clarion University. Research, departmental service, and other contributions to the field are strongly considered. Contact the Psychology Department secretary for further information. Application deadline is the last Friday of March.

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Speech Communication & Theater

Dr. Mary R. Hardwick SCT Scholarship: This scholarship established to honor Dr. Mary Hardwick, former professor in the SCT department, a gifted artist and dedicated educator. Students majoring in SCT are eligible for consideration for this award. Please contact SCT department chair at 814-393-2284.

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Theater

Cheri Aharrah Reid Memorial Scholarship: This endowed scholarship established by Dr. Ernest ('49) and Mrs. Peggy (Behringer '49) Aharrah in memory of their daughter. Its purpose is to assist incoming freshman theatre students in the Department of Theatre. The recipient will be selected on the basis of high school and/or community Theatre activities deemed worthy of merit. Contact the chair of the Department of Theatre for additional information at 814-393-2648.

Theatre Scholarships: Awards are available to students who participate in the University Theatre. Criteria for selection are aptitude, dependability, dedication, talent, and performance promise. Students selected by the theatre staff. The number and amount may vary from year to year. For additional information contact the director of theatre at 814-393-2648.

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