These Foundation Scholarships and Awards are offered annually by the following academic departments, pending renewal by the donors.

4444COLLEGE OF THE ARTS AND COMMUNICATION

EDNA AND WALTER BANDEL MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP 

One $1,000 scholarship awarded to a continuing student based on outstanding musical talent, with a preference for a student who demonstrates financial need.  Award is granted for one year, and may be renewable each year through the Music Department.  Applications are available through the Music Department and must be submitted at the time of application or early in the spring semester.  For more information, contact the William Paterson University Art Department (973) 720-3466.

JAMES WILLIAM SCHOLARSHIP

One scholarship awarded to a student majoring in the Jazz Studies Program.  For more information, contact Dr. David Demsey, Jazz Studies Coordinator (973) 720-2268.

HOWARD B. LEIGHTON SCHOLARSHIP 

One $1,000 scholarship awarded to a full-time undergraduate resident student of New Jersey who is majoring in Studio or Art History. Emphasis and preference shall be given to the student who demonstrates talent and excellence in his/her chosen major. Financial need is not taken into consideration. Recipient is selected by a faculty jury made up of the Department of Art Advisement and Student Affairs Committee. For more information, contact the William Paterson University Art Department (973) 720-2402.

MARGUERITE TIFFANY SCHOLARSHIP

One $750 scholarship created by family and friends in memory of Marguerite Tiffany. Awarded to an undergraduate junior majoring in art based on the overall aesthetic quality of his/her work. Recipient is selected by a faculty jury made up of the Department of Art Advisement and Student Affairs Committee. For more information, contact the William Paterson University Art Department (973) 720-2402.

MUSIC DEPARTMENT TALENT AWARDS

Awards ranging from $300-$500are provided for incoming and continuing students based on outstanding musical talent. Awards are granted for one year and renewable each year through the Music Department. Applications are available through the Music Department and must be submitted at the time of application or early in the spring semester. For more information, contact Dr. Jeffrey Kresky of the William Paterson University Music Department (973) 720-3470.

SARAH AND ABE BIALER SCHOLARSHIP

One $1,000 scholarship funded by Tami Cotsakos'71 in memory of her aunt and uncle. Scholarship is awarded to a full-time student who is majoring in Music Performance, pursuing a career in opera, with a concentration in voice.  Scholarship may be renewable with full-time status and a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher. For more information, contact Dr. Nan Guptil Crain, Professor of Music 973-720-2334 or Stephen Bryant at 974-720-2691.  

THAD JONES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

One $1,000 scholarship awarded to a full-time student majoring in the Jazz Studies Program who demonstrates outstanding jazz performance. Scholarship is renewable upon meeting requirements specified by the Music Department. Scholarship applications are available through the Music Department. Students must submit the application with an audition tape of approximately 20 minutes of a recent musical performance. For more information, contact Dr. David Demsey, Jazz Studies Coordinator (973) 720-2268.

 

4444COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

ERIC AND LEONORE HUMMEL AWARD

One $500 award funded by the friends of Eric and Leonore Hummel. Scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in Special Education who has matriculated in the Master’s Program and has a minimum GPA of 3.25 after the completion of at least four courses. Students applying for membership in Kappa Delta Pi will be considered. Financial need will be taken into consideration as well. For more information, contact the College of Education (973) 720-3086.

NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION SPONSORED ROBERT NOYCE SCHOLARSHIPS

Multiple scholarships made available by a generous grant from the National Science Foundation. Awards vary, with a maximum award of $10,000. Awarded to undergraduate students (two year scholarship) who have completed at least 60 credits with an overall 2.8 GPA, graduate students (one year scholarship) with an overall 3.0 GPA and professionals returning to teaching are elligible for one year of scholarship assistance. Applicants must be accepted to the College of Education and major in a Mathematics or Science major or Post-Baccalaureate program that prepares them for teacher certification. Recipients must be prepared to complete two years of teaching in a high-need urban school district for each year of scholarship support. The NJ high-needs schools can be found by logging into the following website and searching for participating schools: https://www.tcli.ed.gov/CBSWEBAPP/tcli/TCLESTATEWelcome.jso. In addition, recipients are expected to attend scholarship sponsored events, such as the August Institute for Novice Teachers. Note: To be eligible for a Robert Noyce Scholarship, the applicant must: provide documentation of US citizenship, national or permanent resident alien and complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid - FAFSA - (only applies for undergraduate students.) Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until funds are ehausted. Scholarship applications are available online at http://www.wpunj.edu/cos/Noyce.htm  For more information, contact Dr. Eileen Gardner, the William Paterson University Biology Department at gardnere@wpunj.edu or (973) 720-3441.

4444COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

CAROLE SHEFFIELD AWARD

One $500 award named in honor of William Paterson University Professor Carole Sheffield. Scholarship is awarded to a distinguished student of Political Science and/or Women’s Studies. Student must have a record of community service and activism. For more information, contact the William Paterson University Women’s Studies Department (973) 720-3547.

HELEN AND PHILIP MANNO AWARD

One $250 award funded by Forte Manno. Scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior with the highest GPA in English for the academic year. For more information, contact the William Paterson University English Department (973) 720-2254.

NORMA VAN DYKE AWARD

One $500 or two $250 awards funded by Ellen VanDyke Bedell. Scholarships are awarded to a graduating senior(s) who majored in Women’s Studies, with a cumulative GPA of 2.8 and a minimum GPA of 3.0 in Women’s Studies courses. Recipient must exhibit evidence of community service, social activism or scholarly research. For more information, contact the William Paterson University Women’s Studies Department (973) 720-3547.

PAUL VOURAS HUMANITIES AWARD

One $500 award donated by Professor Paul Vouras. Scholarship is awarded to an academically outstanding senior majoring in either History or Philosophy who is planning on continuing on a graduate level. Recipients are to be nominated by the department and selected by department chairs. For more information, contact the chairpersons for the William Paterson University History or Philosophy Department (973) 720-2319/ 3032.

PAUL VOURAS SOCIAL SCIENCE AWARD

One $250 award donated by Paul Vouras. Scholarship is awarded to an academically outstanding senior majoring in Sociology, Political Science or Psychology who is planning on continuing on a graduate level. Recipients are to be nominated by the department and selected by department chairs. For more information, contact the chairpersons for the William Paterson University Sociology, Political Science or Psychology Department (973) 720-2274/ 2183/ 3390.

ENGLISH DEPARTMENT WRITING AWARDS

Awards of $75 each are offered in Fiction, Poetry and Creative Non Fiction. For more information, contact the William Paterson University English Department (973) 720-2254.

4444COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND HEALTH

IMPROVING STUDENT SUCCESS IN BIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY SCHOLARSHIPS (ISSBB)

Numerous scholarships made available by a generous grant from the National Science Foundation. Scholarship awards will vary based on financial need, with a maximum award of $10,000, and will be given each year to full-time WPUNJ students pursuing a B.S. or M.S.in Biology or Biotechnology and planning on a career in research or teaching. These scholarships are renewable for up to four years given the student maintains a minimum cumulative GPA in science and math.  Applicants must submit a completed scholarship application; two letters of recommendation, at least one of which must be from a science, math or technology instructor; and a personal statement outlining goals, financial need, education plans and career objectives. Scholarship Committee will review student college transcript(s), and high school transcript(s) for those applicants who have earned less than 24 college credits. NOTE: To be eligible for an ISSBB Scholarship, the applicant must: provide documentation of U.S. citizenship, national or alien classification as a refugee; and have a current FAFSA on file with the Financial Aid Office. The application deadline is March 31, 2011. For more information, contact Dr. Eileen Gardner, Biology Department (973) 720-3441.

MARCELO LLARULL SCHOLARSHIP

One $1,000 scholarship funded by colleagues, family and friends in memory of Professor Marcelo Llarull. Scholarship is awarded to a senior Mathematics student with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 who has completed at least 25 credits in the major.  In addition to academic excellence, students must demonstrate significant service in one or more of the following:  the Mathematics Department Learning Center, active participation in the Math Club, Mathematics Awareness Week, Math Fair, presentation of Mathematics article or poster in a Mathematical conference, etc. For more information, contact the William Paterson University Mathematics Department (973) 720-2158.

NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION SPONSORED ROBERT NOYCE SCHOLARSHIPS

Multiple scholarships made available by a generous grant from the National Science Foundation. Awards vary, with a maximum award of $10,000. Awarded to undergraduate students (two year scholarship) who have completed at least 60 credits with an overall 2.8 GPA, and graduate students (one year scholarship) with an overall 3.0 GPA. Applicants must be accepted to the College of Education and major in a Mathematics or Science major or Post-Baccalaureate program that prepares them for teacher certification. Recipients must be prepared to complete two years of teaching in a high-need urban school district for each year of scholarship support. The NJ high-needs schools can be found by logging into the following website and searching for participating schools: https://www.tcli.ed.gov/CBSWEBAPP/tcli/TCLESTATEWelcome.jso. In addition, recipients are expected to attend scholarship sponsored events, such as the August Institute for Novice Teachers. Note: To be eligible for a Robert Noyce Scholarship, the applicant must: provide documentation of US citizenship, national or permanent resident alien and complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid - FAFSA - (only applies for undergraduate students.) The application deadline is August 12th. Scholarship applications are available online at http://www.wpunj.edu/cos/Noyce.htm For more information, contact Dr. Eileen Gardner, the William Paterson University Biology Department at gardnere@wpunj.edu or (973) 720-3441.