Dr. John C. Mayer and Dr. Jeanne S. Hutchison are long-time mathematics professors at UAB who are deeply invested in supporting future teachers in the STEM disciplines. William Bond received his bachelor's and master's degrees in mathematics from UAB and was a mathematics teacher at the Alabama School of Fine Arts. With this scholarship, Dr. Mayer and Dr. Hutchison are paying tribute to Mr. Bond's love of learning, passion for teaching, and desire to help students achieve. This scholarship will provide financial assistance to students who participate in the UABTeach program and intend to teach in the STEM disciplines.

Criteria:

• Applicants must be admitted to an undergraduate program in a STEM discipline for teacher education preparation through UABTeach and/or the School of Education.
• Preference shall be given to those students with a career goal of teaching mathematics.

Dr. Lydia L. Alexander was a long-time faculty member and served six years as Assistant Dean in the School of Education. She retired in 1998, but continues to work in and give back to the community through Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority and other charitable organizations. Dr. Alexander received the Lifetime Achiever award from the Oliver Robinson Foundation in 2012 and remains an ardent proponent of quality education.

Criteria:

• Applicant must be a Junior or Senior student seeking a degree in Secondary Education from the School.

In 2009 and in recognition of his long hears of service to UAB and the School of Education, the Eta Sigma Gamma Beta Chi chapter Executive Board at UAB established this scholarship in honor of Dr. Clint E. Bruess. Dr. Bruess was a School faculty member, and served Chair of the Department of Human Studies from 1981 through 1987 and subsequently as Dean of the School of Education from 1988 until 1999.

Criteria:

• Applicants must be pursuing a degree in a Health Education-related major.
• Applicants should demonstrate solid academic promise and have earned at least a 3. 3 grade point average.
• Preference will be given to members of the Beta Chi Chapter of Eta Sigma Gamma.

Catharine Comer Friend was very active in the Birmingham community, serving as Executive Director of the Birmingham Kiwanis Club and Chair of the International Association of Kiwanis Secretaries, and was a member of The Junior League of Birmingham, the Linly Heflin Unit, and the Women’s Fund. She was an ardent supporter of UAB and the Greater Birmingham area, and deeply committed to education. This scholarship was created in 2006 by Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Friend III.

Criteria:

• Preference will be given to students who wish to teach in schools that serve predominantly disadvantaged students and/or in an urban setting in Alabama.
• Applicants should have earned at least an overall 3.0 GPA (based on a 4.0 scale) in coursework prior to the time of application.
• Preference will be given to those deserving financial assistance as determined by the UAB Office of Student Financial Aid.

Layla Ghabayen was an education major at the UAB School of Education. She was involved in a fatal auto accident in 2010, and her loving parents, Waleed and Cynthia Ghabayen, and family wanted a way to keep her spirit alive and create a lasting tribute to her and the joy she derived from helping others learn. The oldest of four, Ms. Ghabayen was industrious, intelligent, enthusiastic, curious, and committed to working with children – her dream was to be a teacher and mother. Each year, a student recipient is chosen who best exemplifies the selfless and energetic qualities of Ms. Ghabayen.

Criteria:

• Applicants must be enrolled in or admitted to the Early Childhood Education/Elementary Education Program.
• Applicants should have at least a 3.0 GPA.

Dr. Virginia Horns-Marsh began her UAB career in 1969, when the University was first designated as an autonomous institution. She worked tirelessly to promote early childhood education and served as the Director of the School’s Early Childhood Education Program, Early Childhood Education Doctoral Program and Metropolitan Education Studies, as Chair of the Department of Curriculum and Instruction. A gift from Dr. Horns-Marsh and gifts from family, friends and colleagues created this Scholarship to provide opportunities for success to future Early Childhood Educator candidates.

Criteria:

• Preference will be given to students enrolled in Early Childhood Education and Development of Health Education/Health Promotion in the School.
• In the absence of such applicant, consideration may be given to exceptional doctoral students in the School of Education, then exceptional graduate students in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education or Secondary Education.
• Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA in all coursework.

As long-time UAB faculty, Dr Delbert Long and Dr. Roberta Long distinguished themselves by their commitment to educating future teachers and education administrators. Before coming to UAB, Doctors Long taught in Nepal, Indonesia, Czechoslovakia and Germany, among other places, sharing their love of learning and passion for education. They created this scholarship in order to make access to an education degree easier for students and thereby fostering opportunities to train quality teachers for future generations.

Criteria:

• Applicants must be an undergraduate enrolled in or admitted to TEP.
• In the absence of such an applicant, consideration may be given to students enrolled in the Alternative Master’s Program.
• Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA.
• Applicants must demonstrate a successful work and/or leadership experience.
• Preference will be given to must demonstrate financial need as determined by the UAB Office of Student Financial Aid.

Artie Manning was a unique young man with a special blend of skills and empathy for individuals, particularly children, who faced physical and learning challenges. Artie had cerebral palsy but didn’t let that hinder his interest in and love for athletics, and managed the Lady Blazers basketball team and worked at the Blazers’ summer basketball camps while working on his master’s degree in special education. After graduation, he taught special education at Barrett Elementary School until his death in 1991. What Artie wanted most in life was to serve people, and this scholarship, created by family in his memory, helps preserve that passion.

Criteria:

• Applicants must be learning and/or physically challenged.
• In the absence of such applicants, recipients must be preparing to teach learning and/or physically challenged individuals.
• Recipients must be accepted into TEP or a degree-seeking education program in the graduate school of the School of Education.
• Candidates must be full-time and have completed 24 hours (undergraduate) or 18 hours (graduate).
• Preference will be given to must demonstrate financial need as determined by the UAB Office of Student Financial Aid.

Upon Dr. Maryann Manning’s retirement from UAB, friends, colleagues and admirers created this scholarship as a tribute to her many years of service and passion to enhance literacy learning around the world.

Criteria:

• Preference will be given to those involved with quality literacy instruction in pre-K through 6th grade.
• Applicants should have at least a 3.0 GPA.
• Preference will be given to those who show financial need as determined by UAB Office of Student Financial Aid.

A long-time resident of Birmingham, Mrs. Morgan was an esteemed employee at UAB, serving as administrative assistant to Dr. S. Richards Hill Jr., UAB’s second president. She and her husband, Mr. Thomas Henry Morgan, were active participants in University life for over four decades, hosting numerous international students pursuing degrees at UAB. Her loving husband created this scholarship after her death in 1990 as a way to memorialize and honor her life and passion to improve our education systems with enhanced teaching and scholarship.

Criteria:

• In the absence of qualified student candidates, visiting scholars or professors may be funded.

The National Alumni Society Dean’s Scholarship is a school-wide scholarship given by the National Alumni Society.

Criteria:

• Students should be able to demonstrate solid academic promise and leadership qualities.
• Applicants should have at least a 3.0 GPA.

Dr. Eddie P. Ort spent is career training educators, both in the UAB classrooms and with in-service education programs for elementary and middle school teachers in the greater Birmingham area. He was a recognized leader in social studies education. Dr. Ort and his family created this Scholarship to assist deserving students conducting their final Research Project in the Educational Specialist Degree program.

Criteria:

• Applicants must have a faculty advisor’s approval to begin an Educational Specialist Research Project.
• Preference will be given to students beginning their research project.
• If no first-time research students apply, students already engaged in a research project may be eligible.
• Recipients should have a strong academic record of performance, and evidence of continued professional excellence will be expected.
• Preference will be given to applicants with teaching or other professional experience commensurate the goals of their respective program field(s).
• Preference will be given to applicants currently employed in their respective field(s).

A native of Birmingham and UAB alumna, Frances M Owens taught English and social studies at Mountain Brook Junior High School. She is a member of the UAB National Alumni Society and remains a faithful supporter of many programs across the UAB campus. Mrs. Owens created this scholarship to provide assistance and greater opportunity to those diagnosed with ADD/ADHD become educators, and thereby better serve and positively impact students in our K-12 school systems.

Criteria:

• Preference will be given to entering freshmen students with ADD/ADHD registered through UAB Disability Support Service.
• Applicants must be a full-time undergraduate student.

This scholarship was created by the friends and family of Dr. Mabel C. Robinson, and in tribute to her life-long work in physical and health education. It will help foster opportunities for students to earn a degree from UAB and be better prepared to enter the profession.

Criteria:

• pursuing an undergraduate degree in health or exercise education-related degrees
• first-generation college students
• students who have faced challenging social, economic, educational, cultural, or other life circumstances
• students who demonstrate a commitment to bringing diverse people together
• students who demonstrate a commitment to working with disadvantaged populations
• students who demonstrate achievement and determination in the face of personal challenges

Mildred Stewart Snipes was the first elementary guidance counselor in the Jefferson County Public School System, working 36 years at Gardendale Elementary School. Her firm belief when women have access to education, their cultural influence will permeate their families as well as the children they teach. Mrs. Snipes created this scholarship to create opportunities to assist students in becoming strong, passionate and well-trained educators who will positively impact students’ lives. It is a memorial to her parents Mack and Blanche Stewart who fostered a love of learning and sense of giving back to the community.

Criteria:

• Applicants must have graduated from the Jefferson County Public School System, or Spain Park, Leeds, Hewitt-Trussville, or any high school in Bibb, Blount, Cullman, St. Clair, Shelby, Tuscaloosa or Walker Counties.
• Preference will be given to entering freshman.
• If no freshmen apply, consideration may be given to transfer students from community colleges that attended previously mentioned schools.
• Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA.

Dr. Ruth M. Strong spent her professional life helping children find a brighter tomorrow. She began her teaching career at McCaw Elementary School, where she implemented a reading program which grew into the Birmingham City Schools Right-to-Read Program. She was named Director of this reading initiative. She also served as Program Specialist for Reading, Director of the Magnet School Program, and Assistant Superintendent for Instruction for the Birmingham City School System. This scholarship is provided annually by a generous gift from Dr. Strong, and supports a student who will carry forward her proud legacy.

Criteria:

• Applicants must be accepted in the TEP as an undergraduate.
• In the absence of undergraduate candidates, students accepted into the Alternative Master’s Program may be considered.
• Recipients must demonstrate financial need as determined by the UAB Office of Student Financial Aid.
• Preference will be given to underrepresented, low-income and minority students.

Jackie and William Alan “Bill” Tevendale are long-time supporters of education and educational opportunities in the greater Birmingham area. Both remain active volunteers, and Mr. Tevendale was the first Alabamian recognized with the National Operation School Bell Award by the Assistance League. The entire Tevendale family equally values educational opportunities, and with this scholarship intends to create opportunity for future educators who will, in turn, leave a positive impact on the community.

Criteria:

• Recipient must maintain a 3.0 GPA.
• Recipients must demonstrate financial need as determined by the UAB Office of Student Financial Aid.
• Preference will be given to first generation college students.
• Preference will be given to students who are active in their communities, including the UAB community.

Applicants should be currently enrolled in or admitted to a degree seeking program in UAB School of Education.

Criteria:

• Preference will be given to students who maintain a 3.0 GPA.
• Preference will be given to those who show financial need as determined by UAB Office of Student Financial Aid.

A thoughtful donor and friend of the UAB School of Education has created an award to assist deserving students who are enrolled in the UAB School of Education Early Childhood Education program.

Criteria:

• Applicants must be enrolled in or admitted to a graduate degree-granting program in Early Childhood Education.
• Preference shall be given to students pursuing a doctoral degree.
• The Award is not renewable.

Mrs. Virginia Thrasher is a retired elementary school teacher who has a deep passion for children and learning. She has created a scholarship and named in honor of her parents Zebulon and Sallie Rudulph, and intends to provide financial assistance to students who are pursuing a degree in early childhood education.

Criteria:

• Applicants should be pursuing a degree in early childhood education.
• Applicants should have at least a 3.0 GPA.
• Preference will be given to minority students.

The Glenda R. Elliott Endowed Scholarship was created by faculty in the Counseling Program in the School of Education and members of the UAB Zeta Chapter of Chi Sigma Iota in honor and tribute to Dr. Elliott and her years of service to UAB. Dr. Elliott is a licensed professional counselor, certified counselor supervisor, and has more than 40 years of experience as a counselor educator. She retired from UAB in 1994, is adjunct faculty for the Counselor Education Program and Associate Professor Emerita. Contact Counseling for details.

Criteria:

• Applicants must be enrolled in the counseling program as graduate students.

Dr. Joyce Sibley and her husband Dr. William Sibley have long supported educational opportunities for students. Knowing that learners benefit greatly when using the right tools, Dr. Sibley wanted to put a computer into the hands of an outstanding future teacher. This award provides a desktop, tablet, or other personal computer for a deserving student.

Criteria:

• Preference is given to students that do not own a computer.
• Applicants must be a junior or senior admitted to the teacher education program.
• In the absence of such applicants, students admitted to the Alternative Master’s Program may be considered.
• Recipients must maintain a 3.25 GPA.

Mr. Jack Tribble was an ardent supporter of UAB and a long-time fan of football. Although he did not have an opportunity himself to attend college, he had a strong desire to make a college education affordable and an option for worthy students. At his death, UAB learned of Mr. Tribble’s generous bequest meant to support students who need financial assistance and are physical education majors. Each year, the Kinesiology Program selects a student recipient who best exemplifies his interests and passion.

Criteria:

• Recipients must be majoring in physical education.
• Preference will be given to must demonstrate financial need as determined by the UAB Office of Student Financial Aid.

The Dr. Julia S. Austin Scholarship was created by Dr. Austin’s family, friends, colleagues, and students to recognize her role in having started the School of Education’s English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher education program and her decades of service to the ESL profession. This scholarship will be used to assist deserving students who are pursuing the ESL Master of Arts in Education degree with preference for students in its TESOL concentration (i.e., non-certification).

Criteria:

• Applicants should demonstrate solid career promise based on an interview with the ESL graduate faculty in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction.
• This scholarship shall be awarded on the basis of merit and character, as well as the potential of the applicant(s) for success in the program.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are deserving of financial assistance as determined by the UAB Office of Student Financial Aid.
• Preference will also be given to those applicants who have been involved with their communities, including the UAB community, and especially with immigrant and English learner communities.
• Preference will be given to career changers or, in the absence of such applicants, to students seeking a first career.

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