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ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS
Glenville State College and the Glenville State College Foundation provide a number of scholarships to
support students who are pursuing their degrees. The maximum length of time for which any scholarship may
be received is eight semesters or until the completion of a baccalaureate degree, whichever period of time
is shorter. Below is a partial list of scholarships that are awarded annually.
MERITORIOUS SCHOLARSHIP
The Meritorious Scholarship Fund was established through the GSC Foundation to award scholarships on the
basis of academic qualifications.
CAROLYN H. ARNOLD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1991
The Carolyn Arnold Memorial Trust Fund is dedicated to perpetuating the memory of Carolyn H. Arnold, a
GSC graduate and professional nurse. Its purpose is to encourage outstanding students to enroll in the
GSC nursing program. Preference is given to graduates of Gilmer County High School or candidates who are
residents of Gilmer County.
BENJAMIN H. AND BETTY M. BAILEY SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Established 2006
Established by Dr. Benjamin and Mrs. Betty M. Bailey to provide scholarships to West Virginia students
attending Glenville State College. First preference will be given to students from Calhoun County, West
Virginia. Students from the following Central West Virginia counties: Braxton, Clay, Gilmer, Lewis, Nicholas,
Roane, Upshur or Webster will receive second preference with the award going to a student from any remaining
West Virginia county in the event no qualified student is otherwise available.
JOHN SCOTT BAILEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Established 2003
Dr. and Mrs. Benjamin Bailey endowed this scholarship, with contributions from family and friends, as a
lasting tribute to John Scott Bailey, a 1975 graduate from GSC. This scholarship provides support to
students majoring in Land Resources, with preference given to those students who reside in Glenville’s
surrounding counties: Barbour, Braxton, Calhoun, Clay, Gilmer, Lewis, Nicholas, Roane, Upshur and Webster.
J.C. BAKER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Established 2004
The J. C. Baker Memorial Scholarship was established by the family of J. C. Baker, a resident of Braxton
County, a pioneer in the oil and gas industry, and a supporter of higher education. The scholarships will
be awarded to Natural Resource Management students from West Virginia.
EARLE W. BENNETT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1990
This unrestricted scholarship was established in memory of Earle W. Bennett who attended Glenville Normal
School from 1911 to 1914.
J.B. BIALEK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Established 2006
Established by Jim Bialek with contributions from friends and family in memory of J.B Bialek. This scholarship
will be used to provide an annual scholarship to a student in the Forestry major at Glenville State College who
will be selected by the faculty of the Department of Land Resources.
GRACIE VIOLA BOSELY SCHOLARSHIP
Established 2005
This scholarship was established by the estate of Gracie Viola Bosely. Applicants will be required to submit
an essay to the Scholarship Committee for review. Awards will be made in the following priority: 1) graduates
of Grafton High School, 2) other Taylor County residents, and 3) any other West Virginia resident.
BILLY B. AND MARJORIE HARDMAN BURKE SCHOLARSHIP
Established 2001
This scholarship was established in 2001 by Mr. and Mrs. Burke. The Burkes are long-time friends of the College
and have been leaders in government for many years. The scholarship will be awarded to an incoming (first year)
female athlete from Braxton or Gilmer counties participating on the women’s basketball, volleyball or softball
teams, based on recommendations from respective coaches.
BROOKS B. CALLAGHAN SCHOLARSHIP TRUST
Established 1985
This scholarship was established in memory of Brooks B. Callaghan to provide scholarships to GSC students.
Mr. Callaghan was from Richwood and a 1942 graduate of Glenville Normal School. Applicants must be residents of
Nicholas County. Scholarships are based on the applicant’s academic performance.
DR. PAUL G. AND VIRGINIA CALTRIDER SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1998
Dr. Caltrider is a 1956 graduate of Glenville State. Because of his "fond memories, the quality of education
provided by the institution and the interest and encouragement received by the faculty," Dr. Caltrider and
his wife, Virginia Caltrider, established a scholarship to benefit students in the Science and Math Department.
DR. JOHN A. CHISLER SCIENCE AND MATH SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1996
Dr. John A. Chisler attended Glenville State College from 1955-1957. He taught thirty-one years at GSC, where
he served as Chairman of the Science and Mathematics Department for twenty-eight years.
H. Y. CLARK EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1985
Humboldt Yokum Clark established this scholarship. He was on the faculty of GSC for 28 years. He served as a
member of the Department of Education, taught English, Social Studies and West Virginia History during the
years of World War II. This scholarship goes to an Education major in financial need who is a resident of
West Virginia and who has the potential of being an outstanding educator.
THOMAS J. CLOWER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1987
This scholarship was established by the Westvaco Foundation Trustees to benefit families of independent
pulpwood or chip suppliers who have suffered some type of adversity, either on or off the job. Recipients
are high school graduates who are the sons or daughters of a long-time independent pulpwood or chip supplier
to Westvaco.
MARTHA JARVIS COTTRELL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Established 2001
This scholarship was established in 2001 through the estate of Martha Jarvis Cottrell. As an alumna, she wished
to express her appreciation to the College through the creation of this scholarship fund. It will be awarded to
an incoming freshman with academic promise who aspires to become a teacher.
JOEL T. AND GRACE MARSH CREASY SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1998
Joel T. and Grace Marsh Creasy graduated from Glenville State College in 1948 and 1954, respectively. This
scholarship is to be awarded to students graduating from Richwood and Nicholas County High Schools.
MICHAEL CORY DAVIS SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1989
Norman E. Davis established this scholarship in honor of his late son, Michael Cory Davis. The scholarship
enables worthy students to attend GSC and participate in collegiate sports. The recipient must be a student
presently enrolled at GSC and preparing to begin the second, third or fourth year at GSC and is a member of
the football team.
ROBERT LEROY DAVIS SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1992
This endowed scholarship supports students graduating from Gilmer County High School with preference given to
mature students coming back to school who want to be teachers. This fund was established by Oleta Collins Davis.
DOMINION APPALACHIAN DEVELOPMENT STAN PICKENS SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Established 1999
This scholarship was established by Dominion Resources, Inc. in honor of Stan Pickens, CEO of Dominion Appalachian
Development, Inc. (DADI), a 1960 GSC graduate. The Donor wishes to express appreciation to its employees for
their loyal service to the company and to encourage and support continuing education among its work force. The
company also wishes to recognize Glenville State College for its service to rural, central West Virginia, the
heart of the mountain state’s oil and gas industry. Preference is given to DADI employees or children of DADI
employees.
W. GORDON EISMON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1989
This scholarship was established by Daniel G. Eismon and Steve A. Smith in honor of the memory of their late
father and step-father, W. Gordon Eismon, who was a 1934 graduate of Glenville State College. The recipient
must be a West Virginia resident who exhibits excellence in academics and must be of exemplary character.
EVELYN E. AND LLOYD H. ELLIOTT SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1990
Evelyn E. and Lloyd H. Elliott, alumni of Glenville State College, established this scholarship to express
their appreciation for the exceptional opportunities they received at Glenville State College.
ROBERT FIDLER SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1978
This scholarship is for students who graduate from Nicholas County High who are currently last semester
juniors or first semester seniors with a 2.00 grade point average or better.
MARY B. FISHER SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1976
This scholarship bequeathed by Mary B. Fisher was established for the use and benefit of worthy students
from Braxton County, West Virginia attending Glenville State College.
TRESSIE GARRETT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Established 2005
This scholarship was endowed in 2005 in memory of Tressie Garrett, a devoted mother whose daughter, Marty
Garrett Armentrout, graduated from Glenville State College and became a faculty member and administrator at
the College. The scholarship will be awarded, upon the recommendation of the women’s head basketball coach,
to a student who is a member of the women’s basketball team, is a business major in good academic standing
and maintains at least a 3.0 overall GPA.
GLENVILLE HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1999
As alumni of Glenville High School, the donors wish to express their appreciation to the high school for the
exceptional opportunities that resulted from their attendance and the attendance of other members of the
respective families at this educational institution. Through the establishment of this scholarship fund,
the donors wish to make possible opportunities for Gilmer County High School graduates to obtain a college
degree from Glenville State College.
GLENVILLE STATE COLLEGE CNG HONORS PROGRAM
Established 1987
This scholarship is intended for students who are the first member of a family to attend college. The objective
of the Glenville State CNG Honors Program is to identify those students whose abilities surpass the challenges
of the standard curriculum and to provide those students with academic offerings that encourage performance
reflecting their true potential.
JIM HAMRICK ATHLETIC/ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1995
This scholarship was established in honor of 1958 GSC graduate James E. Hamrick to reward students who
demonstrate that athletic and academic excellence can be complimentary. Recipients must be a graduate of
Meadow Bridge, Greenbrier West or Herbert Hoover High Schools and have demonstrated excellence in academics
and athletics and shown by his or her past actions a strong desire to participate in extracurricular activities.
VIRGINIA SMITH HAMRIC MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1980
This scholarship was established in 1980 in memory of Mrs. Hamric by her husband, Edward. It will be awarded
to a student majoring in Elementary Education, with preference given to students from Roane County and the
surrounding area.
OVERT HARDMAN SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1981
Upon his death in 1981, Overt Hardman bequeathed this unrestricted scholarship fund to Glenville State College.
IVA HOLDEN HARRISON SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1981
This scholarship was established by Mrs. Harrison who had a long career as an educator in West Virginia.
Financial need is strongly considered and Lewis County residents are given preference in the selection process.
CLAUDIA KELLY HAYS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1997
This scholarship was established and named in memory of Claudia Kelly Hays, a 1952 graduate of Glenville State
College and former Roane County teacher, by her husband, Bernard R. Hays, a Calhoun County native and 1935
Glenville graduate. Recipients are selected from Roane and Calhoun County high schools.
BETTY HEATER MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP
Established 2004
This scholarship was endowed in 2004 by Mr. John Heater in honor of his wife, Betty. Mrs. Heater was a
graduate of Glenville State College who went on to become a much loved piano instructor in Gassaway,
Braxton County. The scholarship will be awarded to students who are music or music education majors
from West Virginia. Students from outside West Virginia are eligible as secondary applicants.
EMMA GALE REYNOLDS HEDRICK SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1999
This scholarship was established to support students of Glenville State College. The recipient must have a
minimum 3.00 grade point average and show promise of leadership. Scholarship recipients must plan to pursue
a teaching career in elementary education and have the support of at least three Glenville State College faculty.
DORA M. AND HARRY B. HEFLIN SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1998
This scholarship fund was established by Dora and Harry B. Heflin. Dr. Heflin was President of Glenville
State College from 1947 until 1964. One award is based upon academic promise and financial need and is
restricted to graduates of Ritchie or Pleasants County. The other award is given to a current student at
the end of his/her junior year, who returns as a senior, ranks in the top 5% of the class, participates
in extracurricular activities and who has demonstrated leadership abilities. Preference is given to a student
planning to do graduate work.
LORENA HEFNER SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1999
Lorena Hefner was born September 3, 1908 in Burnsville, WV, one of eleven children. She graduated from
GSC in 1941, beginning her teaching career in Braxton County at the Bragg Run School. While never forgetting
her roots, she established this scholarship for students attending GSC from Braxton County.
THE HELEN E. HUNTER AND ALICE M. SINGLETON SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Established 1997
This scholarship was established by Helen E. Hunter and Alice M. Singleton in 1997. As alumni of Glenville
State College, their wish was that the scholarship, endowed in 2005, be established in appreciation of the
education they received from the College. The scholarship will be awarded to students who are graduates of
Braxton County High School entering or already enrolled in the teacher education program at Glenville State
College with academic promise and financial need.
THE HUNT-STALNAKER SCHOLARSHIP
Established 2005
This scholarship was established by Oliver and Martha Hunt, and named in honor of Oliver’s aunt and uncle, who
were instrumental in his being able to finish college at Glenville State College after the death of his father.
This award will be given to West Virginia students, preferably upperclassmen, on the advice of the faculty of
the Department of Science and Math.
JELD-WEN FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established by the Jeld-Wen Foundation to assist students who, because of the lack of
available resources, may not be able to attend college otherwise. The scholarship may be used for tuition,
book and fees. The recipient must be incoming full-time freshmen, from Gilmer or surrounding counties, with
financial need and good academic standing.
CLAUDE R. AND ETHEL FOSTER KEMPER SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1998
This scholarship was established by Claude R. and Ethel Foster Kemper. It benefits at least two students each
year. One student will be a graduate from Gilmer County High School and the other will be a graduate of Webster
County High School. Kemper Scholarship awards are based upon academic promise and financial need.
MADELYN CONRAD KIDD SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1994
This scholarship was established by United States District Judge William M. Kidd in honor of his wife,
Madelyn Conrad Kidd. The purpose of this scholarship is to support students of GSC who show academic promise
in English and Math and are residents of West Virginia.
FRED H. KILLINGSWORTH AND LUCY FRANCIS KILLINGSWORTH SCHOLARSHIP
Established 2000
The scholarship fund is to be used for educational purposes and granted to worthy students chosen by the
Glenville State College Scholarship Committee. Preference is given to students who reside in Gilmer County,
West Virginia.
JESSE LILLY SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1999
This scholarship is awarded to an athlete of academic merit.
LEONARD AND GLADYS MARSHALL SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1998
Through the generosity of Leonard B. and Gladys (Tripett) Marshall, graduates of Calhoun County High School
receive financial assistance through this scholarship. Students must demonstrate academic promise and have
financial need.
ROBERT AND DAVID MOORE SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1997
The Robert and David Moore Scholarship Fund was established by Joyce R. Moore as a memorial to her husband,
Robert, and son, David. This scholarship provides financial assistance to students who elect to study forestry,
natural resources or environmental sciences. Preference is given to students from Webster County.
PHYLLIS MORK SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1983
This scholarship was established by L. T. "Roy" Mork and John Mork to honor the memory of Phyllis
Mork. Its purpose is to provide scholarship assistance to a deserving student who has compiled a grade point
average well above the high school average. The student must also excel in one or more areas, including
athletics, music, student government, community affairs, debating, dramatics, and any other activities
relating to school and community.
MOYERS ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1993
This academic scholarship fund was established by Dr. L. Dewitt and Virginia Singleton Moyers. It is used
to fund annual scholarships for capable but financially needy students who were born in West Virginia and
are graduates of high schools within the state. Financial need along with intellectual ability and academic
performance are key factors in the selection process. Awardees are chosen primarily from Braxton, Calhoun,
Clay, Gilmer, Lewis, Nicholas, Ritchie, Roane, Webster, and Wirt Counties.
NICK MURIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1997
Mrs. Ruth Murin established this scholarship in memory of her husband to express her appreciation to
Glenville State College for the exceptional opportunities provided to Murin family members who attended
Glenville State College. This scholarship is awarded to a male athlete who is an upperclassman and who has
proven himself to be a leader on campus.
RUTH ANN NEDERMIER SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1990
This scholarship fund was established by Ruth Ann Nedermier at the time of her death. This fund is for the
purpose of general scholarship awards.
NICHOLAS AND POCAHONTAS COUNTIES SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1979
This scholarship fund was established by John H. McCutcheon and Ann H. McCutcheon of Summersville, West
Virginia. The scholarship is awarded to deserving and needy students who have graduated high school (or
its equivalent) in Nicholas and Pocahontas Counties, West Virginia.
BERTHA OLSEN SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1980
This scholarship fund was established in honor of Bertha E. Olsen, Professor Emeritus, who was a music teacher
for 42 years at GSC. This scholarship goes to a music major.
EDWARD NICHOLAS ORR, IV SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1985
This scholarship was established to be earmarked "in memory of Edward Nicholas Orr for scholarships used
in his field of journalism." Mr. Orr was a 1939 graduate of Glenville State College.
ELLA MURRAY ORR SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1985
This scholarship was established to be earmarked in memory of Ella Murray Orr for scholarships to be used in
her field of special education. Mrs. Orr was a 1934 graduate of Glenville State College.
JOE PARTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1987
This scholarship was established in memory of Joseph Robert Parton by his mother Josephine Parton. This
scholarship is used in general support of Glenville State College students.
JUDITH K. YOUNG POTTS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Established 2000
This scholarship program is designed to assist senior students who are completing their Student Internship
semester at Glenville State College. It is the intent of this scholarship to select a student who shows
promise of making significant contributions as a teacher in West Virginia, be in good standing with the
college and have written recommendations from at least three professors. Preference will be given to
students with financial need from Braxton County High first, then Nicholas, Upshur or Jackson Counties.
In the event that no student from these counties is available, the college will select a West Virginia
student who meets the other criteria.
DR. MARY JO PRIBBLE SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1998
This scholarship is for the support of a student majoring in a science field. The science and mathematics
chairperson may make a recommendation for the awarding of this scholarship. In the absence of a recommendation,
the Scholarship Committee determines the recipient who will be a science major exhibiting academic merit.
CARLOS RATLIFF PHYSICAL EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1998
This scholarship is named for Carlos C. Ratliff, teacher and coach at Glenville State College from 1946 until
his death in 1962. This scholarship is presented to an outstanding student in Physical Education.
JOHN WARDER RAY SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1992
This scholarship fund was established in memory of John Warder Ray by Ida Warder Ray. Its purpose is to support
worthy, talented, industrious, and needy students graduating from Lewis County High School in Weston, West Virginia.
GILBERT REED SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1981
This scholarship was established in 1981 by the wife, Gladys Reed, and family and friends of Mr. Reed.
It was meant to honor his commitment to the young people of central West Virginia as a friend, teacher and
principal. The scholarship is given to students from Gilmer or Braxton counties who have unmet financial need.
THE WARDEN AND JOANNE RICE WEBSTER COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL LOAN FUND
This fund was established to provide support for graduates of Webster County High School to attend Glenville
State College. Awards will be determined by the Scholarship Committee based on recommendation from Warden
and JoAnne Rice. The scholarships will be awarded based on extensive criteria including, but not limited
to the following:
Students must:
- Live in a residence hall
- Not be caught using drugs or alcohol and may not have been charged with, or convicted of, a felony
- Apply for federal work study or workship
- Possess and maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average
- Be a graduate of Webster County High School and have been a resident of Webster County for at least five years
- Have parental income below the West Virginia average
- Not be eligible for the Promise Scholarship
The loan is forgiven upon degree completion if the student remains in and works in West Virginia for a period of
three years following their graduation from Glenville State College.
ERLEY AND EFFA RINEHART SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1987
The Erley and Effa Rinehart Scholarship Fund was established by the children of the Rinehart family to provide
financial aid to deserving and needy students attending Glenville State College.
ROANOKE METHODIST SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1982
This scholarship was established to aid and assist capable students of the United Methodist faith from Lewis
County. Students preference is given to those who actively attend a United Methodist Church, exhibit academic
proficiency, and have a need for financial assistance.
MARY AND THERIN ROGERS SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1997
The Mary and Therin Rogers Scholarship Fund was established to honor the memory of Mary Whiting Rogers and
Patricia Rogers Huff. This scholarship provides an opportunity to deserving students living in the Dekalb
District of Gilmer County.
ALVON F. AND PHYLLIS D. ROHRBOUGH SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1994
Established by Alvon F. "Nate" and Phyllis D. Rohrbough to provide scholarships to students in the
fields of Music and Biology. Nate was Athletic Director and coach of all sports at GSC from 1926 to 1946.
THE MIKE ROSS ACCOUNTING SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Established 2005
This scholarship was endowed in 2005 to assist student who are BSBA Accounting majors. Students must earn a
grade of "C" or better to receive a $75.00 book reimbursement (or the cost of the book, whichever
is less) for the following accounting classes: ACCT 332, ACCT 334, ACCT 340, ACCT 344, ACCT 432, ACCT 435, ACCT
436 and one three-hour accounting elective from the restricted list identified in the GSC catalog. Applicants
must submit original proof of purchase from the bookstore or a similar vendor, no exceptions, to the GSC
Foundation Office at the beginning of the semester.
THELMA WILSON SAMPLES DELTA ZETA SORORITY SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1996
Established by Thelma Wilson Samples to support members of the Theta-Xi Chapter of the Delta Zeta Sorority.
This scholarship will be awarded to a female student who is a "legacy" of a member of this Chapter
or of Delta Zeta Sorority.
THE SAND FORK BAPTIST SCHOLARSHIP
Established 2004
This scholarship was established anonymously in 2004. The scholarship was created to assist members of Sand
Fork Baptist Church in attending Glenville State College.
HELEN SHAW MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Established 2005
Established by Carl Shaw in honor of his late wife Helen Shaw to provide an annual award to an outstanding
freshman. This annual scholarship is awarded to a student, from Central West Virginia, who is completing
his/her freshman year at Glenville State College. The recipient is selected by a committee composed of
professors from the English Department, from a pool of applicants based upon faculty recommendations and
a short essay.
JOHN C. SHAW SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1985
A portion of income from a trust established by Mr. John C. Shaw, President of Glenville State College from
1901-1908 accrues to the account of Glenville State College. These scholarships may total a maximum of $200.
This scholarship is awarded primarily to academically talented freshmen. Students must be residents of
West Virginia.
THE EULA BUSH SHORT SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established by the family of Eula Bush Short. The scholarship will be awarded to students:
- who have completed a minimum of three years at Troy School, including the highest grade,
- who have graduated from Gilmer County High School with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 and a minimum ACT score of 22, and
- who have participated in extracurricular activities and served as an active community volunteer
ERNEST H. SMITH SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1994
At the time of his death, the Ernest H. Smith Scholarship was established. This scholarship is used to support
students in the field of business.
JEAN ADAMS SMITH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1996
This scholarship was established by Dr. David W. Smith, and the family and friends of Jean Adams Smith to
provide scholarships to students from central West Virginia majoring in Early Childhood Education. Preference
is given to students from Gilmer County.
LUANNA T. SMITH SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1990
This scholarship was established by Ernest H. Smith in memory of his wife, Luanna Thompson Smith, a 1955
graduate of Glenville State College. Mrs. Smith served as Administrative Assistant to the President of
Glenville State College from 1972 to 1989. This scholarship is given to an Education major from Gilmer
County who has been admitted to teacher education and is preparing to complete the student internship.
EARNEST M. "MIKE" SNYDER SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1997
The Earnest M. "Mike" Snyder Scholarship Fund was established by his wife Margaret, their family
and friends. This scholarship is awarded to an outstanding football player who is in satisfactory academic
standing at GSC.
JACK V. STALNAKER SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1998
This scholarship was established by many loyal and dedicated friends and family to honor the distinguished
service of Jack V. Stalnaker. (Recognized as the 1998 Alumnus of The Year, and having served 25 years
as President of the GSC Foundation Inc.) Its purpose is to support worthy students of Glenville State College.
STEPHEN S. AND CAROLYN DOTSON TAYLOR SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1996
Established by Dr. Stephen S. and Carolyn Dotson Taylor, this endowed scholarship serves to support the
development of leadership by providing assistance to those students with potential who matriculate to
Glenville State College from Roane and Ritchie counties first, then Gilmer, Doddridge and Calhoun counties.
Academic promise and financial need, as well as participation in high school, extra-curricular, community and
church activities, are all taken into consideration. The scholarship is renewable for four years given that
the student demonstrates acceptable academic performance.
TURNER SCIENCE AND MATH SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1978
This scholarship was established in memory of Byron and Elizabeth Turner. Dr. Turner served as Professor of
Chemistry from 1946 to 1976 when he retired from GSC. This scholarship recognizes an outstanding student in
science and math.
HERMAN W. VANNOY SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1999
The Herman W. Vannoy Scholarship Fund was established by his wife, Viola Virginia Vannoy and two sons,
Robert R. and Donald C. Vannoy. Herman W. Vannoy graduated from Glenville State College in 1934. While
at GSC, he excelled on the football team. Mr. Vannoy had fond memories of GSC and wished to give other
students an opportunity to obtain a higher education and participate in sports. Recipients for this
scholarship must be from either Ritchie or Gilmer County.
VERIZON SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1981
Recipients of this scholarship must be majoring in education, business, or computer science. Recipients
must also be in the upper one-fourth of their class based on grade point average and demonstrate
leadership through extracurricular involvement in college related organizations. Recipients must
be a West Virginia resident for at least 24 months prior to enrollment in college. Special consideration
is given to a candidate that is a child or ward of an active Verizon employee.
VFW POST 5469/AMERICAN LEGION POST 42 SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1992
The VFW Post 5469 and American Legion Post 42 Scholarship was established to support scholarships for a
son, daughter, grandson or granddaughter or other descendants of a veteran honorably discharged from
the armed services of the United States. Preference is given to descendants of Gilmer County veterans,
whose son, daughter, grandson or granddaughter is a graduate of Gilmer County High School.
KENNETH AND IRENE WALKER SCHOLARSHIP
Established 2006
This scholarship is established, by anonymous donors, in honor of an Appalachian sharecropper’s son and
his immigrant wife who created a great life for their children by showing what one can do through love
and hard work. Its purpose will be to support scholarships for students from the Rosedale West Virginia
area who are pursuing a degree in either music (first preference) or natural resource management at
Glenville State College.
SARAH JANE WAY SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1982
It was the desire of Sarah Jane Way to aid and assist capable students from Pleasants County and surrounding
areas to obtain a post-secondary education from GSC. The recipient must be a high school senior, who has
applied for admission into Glenville State College. The student must have maintained a 3.0 average or better
to be eligible.
VIRGINIA WEST ENGLISH SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1998
This scholarship was established to honor Miss Virginia West, Professor Emeritus, who served as Professor of
English and Chairwoman of the Language Division at Glenville State College. The recipient must be an
upperclassman majoring in education who shows academic potential (minimum 3.3 cumulative grade point)
and demonstrates leadership abilities and is ready to enter the student internship.
WEST VIRGINIA SOCIETY OF WASHINGTON, DC BOOK SCHOLARSHIP
Established 2001
This scholarship was established in 2001 by the West Virginia Society of Washington, DC. It shall be awarded
to an incoming freshman and West Virginia resident and shall be used to defray textbook costs incurred.
H. LABAN WHITE, SR. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1989
The endowed scholarship was set up by H. Laban White, George B. White, and Eleanor C. White to honor their
father, H. Laban White, Sr. who was a member of the GSC Faculty and Dean of the College.
D. BANKS WILBURN SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1977
This scholarship fund was established by Dr. Berlin Chapman to honor Dr. D. Banks Wilburn who retired
from Glenville State College having served 13 years as President and providing 42 years of service to the
public education system in West Virginia. This fund supports special college activities, scholarships, and
faculty/staff development.
JACK WOODYARD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1997
The Jack Woodyard Memorial Scholarship was established by Philip A. Reale and the GSC Foundation, Inc., to
commemorate Jack’s legacy for the many years and countless hours of dedication he gave to GSC Athletics and
his community. This scholarship rewards a student who excels in academics and athletics and agrees to perform
community service.
ALBERT J. WOOFTER SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1993
The Albert J. Woofter Memorial Scholarship was established in 1993 by the Mid-Ohio Valley Chapter of the
Glenville State College Alumni Association. This scholarship was established in memory of Albert J. Woofter,
a 1941 graduate of GSC and columnist for the Parkersburg News. Funds for this scholarship are provided by
alumni and friends of Mr. Woofter and the Fort Neal Kiwanis Club. This scholarship supports worthy, talented,
industrious, and needy students graduating from Calhoun, Gilmer, Jackson, Pleasants, Ritchie, Roane, Wirt, or
Wood counties, who might otherwise not be able to obtain a college education.
THE MACK WORL SCHOLARSHIP
Established in 2006
This scholarship was established by Gilmer County Oil and Gas entrepreneur Mack Worl for the benefit of
students in Gilmer and Lewis counties, based on his desire to give back to the young people in the area
where a majority of his holdings are located.
ACADEMIC AWARDS
Special academic awards have been established to recognize graduating seniors or those completing their student
internship. These awards, made possible by generous donations from alumni and friends, are presented annually
at the spring alumni day dinner and awards ceremony.
WILLA BRAND ENGLISH AWARD
Established 1971
This award was established in memory of Miss Willa Brand, who served as an Instructor and chair of the English
Department, and House Director of Verona Mapel Hall. The standards of excellence which Miss Brand observed have
become legendary among her former pupils. The award is given to honor an outstanding English student.
AVONELL "TISH" DAVIS EDUCATION AWARD
Established 1988
The Davis Education Award was established in memory of Avonell "Tish" Singleton Davis at the time of
her death. This award was established to honor Mrs. Davis’ commitment to public teaching by helping future
teachers. The award is granted to an Education major who has completed or is currently in the Student Internship
program. First priority is given to a student from Gilmer or Nicholas County.
PETERSON LIBRARY AWARD
Established 1962
This award was named for Mrs. Dorothy Peterson who was assistant librarian at Glenville State College at the
time of her death in 1962. The Peterson Library Award honors a student who shows excellence in the field of
Library Science.
CHRISTINA LOCKHART SOMERVILLE AWARD
Established 1972
The Somerville Education Award was established by Dr. and Mrs. Delmer K. Somerville in memory of his mother,
Christina Lockhart Somerville. Dr. Somerville was Dean of Academic Affairs at Glenville State College from
1954 to 1972. This award is given to an Education major and resident of Gilmer County. It is based on scholarship,
character and economic need.
TOTH SCIENCE AND MATH AWARD
Established 1970
This award was established in memory of Frank L. Toth, Associate Professor of Physics, at the time of his
death. This award is presented to a student who exhibits outstanding skills in science and mathematics.
WAGNER SCIENCE AND MATH AWARD
Established 1977
The Wagner Science and Math Award was established in memory of John R. Wagner who for 37 years taught
science and mathematics at Glenville State College. This award honors a student who exhibits excellence
in science and mathematics.
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