While the Foundation administers certain aspects of the privately funded scholarships, it does not award them. To learn more about the scholarship award process, please contact the Shepherd Financial Aid Office at [email protected] (Include student ID and name).
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Violet Wilt Stewart Memorial Scholarship
The Violet Wilt Stewart Memorial Scholarship is designated as a general academic award for residents of Hardy, Grant, or Pendleton Counties, WV, involved in the 4-H youth development organization. This endowment was created in 2011 by Reverend Carl Stewart '58 in memory of his beloved wife, Violet Wilt Stewart. The couple met as students at Shepherd and were both members of the Shepherd 4-H Club. The organizations remained special to them throughout their life together.
Virginia DeHaven Stuckey Memorial Scholarship
The Virginia DeHaven Stuckey Memorial Scholarship is designated for students majoring in education. This endowment was created by Phyllis Yingling '52 in memory of her mother, Virginia Stuckey, who graduated from Shepherd in 1924.
Virginia Lowe Ramsburg Memorial Scholarship
The Virginia Lowe Ramsburg Memorial Scholarship is designated for WV residents in the nursing program. This endowment was established by Betty Lowe '52 in honor of her sister, Virginia, a nurse and longtime Shepherdstown resident.
W. Glen and Margaret R. Welsh Scholarship
The W. Glenn and Margaret R. Welsh Scholarship is designated as a general academic award. This deferred endowment was created by the Welshes in 2005.
W. R. Hearst Endowed Scholarship
The William Randolph Hearst Endowed Scholarship is designated as a general academic award for students in Shepherd University's Honors Program, with preference given to women and minorities.
W. R. Thacher Memorial
The William R. Thacher Memorial Scholarship is designated as a general academic award. This endowment was created by the Shepherd University Foundation, along with friends and family of William "Pappy" Thacher, who served as the Foundation's first president after retiring from his 38-year career as a professor of Economics and Director of Extension at Shepherd University. He remained in his role aspresident of the Foundation from its inception in 1961 until his death in 1972. Thacher Hall is named in his honor.
Walker Horton Shipley Music Scholarship
The Walker Horton Shipley Music Scholarship is designated for students pursuing studies in the area of music. This endowed fund was established in 2010 by Mary Jane Shipley in memory of her late husband. Walker Horton Shipley was the father of Shepherd University president, Suzanne Shipley. A WWII vet and personnel manager who founded the human resources development firm Man Alive, Mr. Shipley enjoyed many hobbies but was always happiest when playing or listening to music.
Walter A. Barr & J. Michael Jacobs Endowed Football Scholarship
The Walter A. Barr and J. Michael Jacobs Endowed Football Scholarship is designated in support of the football program and scholarships. It was created by the Ram Gridiron club chair Al Lueck and his wife, Sara, to honor two former football coaches: Walter Barr '62 and Dr. J. Michael Jacobs.
Washington County, MD Homemakers Scholarship
The Washington County Homemakers Scholarship is designated as a general academic award for students from Washington County, MD, who display financial need. This endowment was created by the Washington County Homemakers Club, whose philanthropic efforts date back to 1922. Special preference for this award is given to members of the club or descendants or dependents of a Washington County Homemaker.
Washington County, MD Student Scholarship
The Washington County, MD Student Scholarship is designated as a general academic award for students from Washington County, MD, who display financial need. This endowment was created by Captain J. Maury Werth, a veteran of the United States Navy. He was inspired to establish it after a chance meeting with a young woman in a supermarket whose ambition to attend Shepherd University's nursing program impressed him enough to help pay her tuition.
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