College of Arts and Sciences Funds
Total funds: 101
Politics and Government Department Fund
The Politics and Government Department Fund supports the general operating needs of the Politics and Government Department at Illinois State University. The Politics and Government department has always remained at the forefront of training the leaders of the future - in the field of public service, research, and teaching. Its goal is to prepare students to better understand the world, be informed citizens, and to contribute to the establishment of a just and peaceful community - both local and global. The Politics and Government Department Fund supports the general operating needs of the Politics and Government Department at Illinois State University. The Politics and Government department has always remained at the forefront of training the leaders of the future - in the field of public service, research, and teaching. Its goal is to prepare students to better understand the world, be informed citizens, and to contribute to the establishment of a just and peaceful community - both local and global.
Pre-Law Program Fund
The Pre-Law Program Fund was established in 1988 to support the activities, programs, and operations, including named commemorative scholarships and awards, in the department of Politics and Government in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Additionally Supports: Carl Kasten Award, Mock Trial Leadership Award, Mock Trial Outstanding Attorney Award, Mock Trial Witness, Tom Eimermann Outstanding Pre-Law Student
Psychology Department General Fund
The Psychology Department General Fund provides support for the activities, programs, and operations, including named commemorative scholarships and awards, of the department.
Additionally Supports: 3M Thesis Competition Award, Charter Department Graduate, Johnson Inspiration, Outstanding Psychology GA, Outstanding Psychology Student
Autism Program Fund
The Autism Program Fund helps support the work of the Autism programs developed in the Psychological Services Center in the Psychology Department of Illinois State University.
Audrey J. Grupe Fellowship in School Psychology
This endowment was established in 2003 by Audrey J. Grupe and Mary Jane McCarthy. The fellowship is awarded to a full-time student in the school psychology program working towards a specialist degree. The student will be a U.S. citizen with an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution located in Illinois or Indiana. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. The Audrey J. Grupe Fellowship in School Psychology was established in 2003 by Audrey J. Grupe and Mary Jane McCarthy. The fellowship is awarded to a full-time student in the school psychology program working towards a specialist degree. The student will be a U.S. citizen with an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution located in Illinois or Indiana.
Social Work General Fund
The Social Work General Fund provides support for the activities, programs, and operations, including named commemorative scholarships and awards, of the School of Social Work.
Sociology Anthropology Excellence Fund
The Sociology Anthropology General Fund provides support for the activities, programs, and operations, including named commemorative scholarships and awards, of the department.
Additionally Supports: American Sociological Asscn Disting Sociology Grad Student, Charter Department Graduate Excellence Award, Ed Jelks Outstanding Anthropology Senior Award, Outstanding Senior Thesis, Rising Anthropologist Award, Rising Sociologist Award, Robert Dirks Award, Wib Leonard Scholarship in Quantitative/Sociology of Sport
Communication Sciences and Disorders General Fund
The Communication Sciences and Disorders General Fund provides support for the activities, programs, and operations, including named commemorative scholarships and awards, of the department.
College of Arts and Sciences General Fund
The College and Arts and Sciences General Fund provides support for the activities, programs, initiatives, including named commemorative scholarships and awards, in the College.
Additionally Supports: Helen and Shirley Highland Scholarship
Redbird 5 Scholarship
The Redbird 5 Scholarship was established by Mark Burker '85, MS '87, Jeff Charnogorsky '85, Bob Freitag '84 and Tom Pfeiff '83 and in November, 2006, Larry Apfelbaum ISU '83 BS. The friendship these five built as students at ISU has continued long past graduation. Each credits ISU with providing a basis for the success he as enjoyed. Through the Redbird 5 Scholarship, Mark, Jeff, Bob and Tom seek to give back to the University that has given them so much. More importantly, the Redbird 5 Scholarship allows these men the opportunity to make a difference in the life of a current ISU student by providing financial support to a student who might otherwise be unable to obtain an ISU education. The Redbird 5 Scholarship was established by Mark Bruker '85, MS '87, Jeff Charnogorsky '85, Bob Freitag '84 and Tom Pfeiff '83 and in November, 2006, Larry Apfelbaum ISU '83 BS. The friendship these men built as students at ISU has continued long past graduation. Each credits ISU with providing a basis for the success he has enjoyed. Through the Redbird 5 Scholarship, Mark, Jeff, Bob, Tom and Larry seek to give back to the University that has given them so much. More importantly, the Redbird 5 Scholarship allows these men the opportunity to make a difference in the life of a current ISU student by providing financial support to a student who might otherwise be unable to obtain an ISU education.
College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) Excellence Awards
This endowment was established in 2006 by the College of Arts and Sciences as a means of financing awards for excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service among faculty and staff in the College of Arts and Sciences. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) Excellence Awards fund was established in 2006 to support awards for excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service among faculty and staff in the College of Arts and Sciences.
School of Biological Sciences General Fund
The Biology Fund supports the general operating needs of the School of Biological Sciances at Illinois State University. The School of Biological Sciences advances the growing body of biological knowledge through synergistic programs in research, teaching, and service. Their faculty conducts basic and applied research to educate, mentor, and train successive generations of scientists and to command national and international recognition. The School of Biological Sciences General Fund supports the general operating needs of the School of Biological Sciences at Illinois State University. The School of Biological Sciences advances the growing body of biological knowledge through synergistic programs in research, teaching, and service. Faculty conduct basic and applied research to educate, mentor, and train successive generations of scientists and to command national and international recognition.
Additionally Supports: Gerry Grace D’Elia Memorial Award for Undergrad Teaching Assistants, Jennifer Grogg Student Teaching Stipend Award, Outstanding Biology Teaching Assistants
Alumni Seminar Series in Genetics Fund
This endowment was established in 1998 by a group of former students of Herman E. Brockman in honor of his retirement. The fund is used to support the alumni seminar series in genetics in the Department of Biological Sciences. If additional dollars are available the fund may be used to finance awards to graduate and exceptional undergraduate student(s) in biology for their attendance at national or international scientific meetings in the field of genetics. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. The Herman E. Brockman Fund was established in 1998 by a group of former students of Herman E. Brockman in honor of his retirement. The fund supports the alumni seminar series in genetics in the Department of Biological Sciences. If additional dollars are available the fund may be used to finance awards to graduate and exceptional undergraduate student(s) in biology for their attendance at national or international scientific meetings in the field of genetics.
Dr. Robert H. Gray Biology/Ecology Scholarship
This endowment was established in 2005 by Robert Gray. The purpose of the fund is to encourage and support graduate students studying ecology, evolutionary biology, and/or ecological sciences in the Department of Biological Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. The Dr. Robert H. Gray Biology/Ecology Scholarship was established in 2005 by Robert Gray. The purpose of the fund is to encourage and support graduate students studying ecology, evolutionary biology, and/or ecological sciences in the Department of Biological Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences.
Chemistry Department General Fund
The Chemistry Department General Fund was established in 1979 to support the activities, programs, and operations, including scholarships and awards, of the department.
Additionally Supports: Outstanding Analytical Chemistry Student, Outstanding Biochem Student, Outstanding Chem Ed Student, Outstanding Inorganic Chemistry Student, Outstanding Physical Chemistry Student, POLYED Organic Award, edTPA Scholarship
Sol Shulman Scholarship
This endowment was established in 1991 by Sol Shulman. The scholarship is awarded to a student, majoring in chemistry. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. "I tried my best." this statement is how Sol Shulman wanted to be remembered. As a survivor of the Holocaust, when Dr. Shulman emigrated to the United States a world of possibilities were offered to him. He remained grateful for these opportunities and has funded the Sol Shulman Endowed Scholarship Fund because of this debt of gratitude. A longtime professor and chair of the Chemistry department, and a true longtime friend to Illinois State University, Dr. Sol Shulman offered his guidance, support and direction to countless ISU students, faculty, staff, and administrators. Dr. Shulman certainly "tried his best" and delivered upon his pledge to compensate the United States for his freedom.
Economics Department General Fund
The Economics Fund supports the general operating needs of the Economics Department at Illinois State University. The Department of Economics at Illinois State University has a longstanding reputation for excellence in research, education and community service. The Economics Department General Fund provides support for the activities, programs, and operations, including named commemorative scholarships and awards, of the department. The Department of Economics at Illinois State University has a longstanding reputation for excellence in research, education and community service.
Additionally Supports: Scott M. Elliot Graduate Scholarship
Dr. John Chizmar and Dr. Anthony Ostrosky Endowed Scholarship
The Dr. John Chizmar and Dr. Anthony Ostrosky Endowed Scholarship and award are established to honor the exemplary careers of John (Jack) Chizmar and Anthony (Tony) Ostrosky as professors in the Department of Economics at ISU. The scholarship will consist of one award to a current economics major and one to a faculty member who demonstrates scholarship in the teaching and learning of economics. Assets of this endowment are invested in the ISU Endowment Investment pool. Th Dr. John Chizmar and Dr. Anthony Ostrosky Endowed Scholarship was established in 2008 to honor the exemplary careers of John (Jack) Chizmar and Anthony (Tony) Ostrosky as professors in the department of economics at Illinois State University. The scholarship provides support for an undergraduate economics major with preference given to a student with financial need.
English Department General Fund
The English Department General Fund provides support for the activities, programs, and operations, including named commemorative scholarships and awards, of the department.
Additionally Supports: Diversity and Equity, Excellence in TESOL Award, Glenn Grever Award for Outstanding Teaching by a Masters Stu, Grammie Scholarship, Publications Unit Publishing Award, Taimi Ranta Award for Outstanding Teaching by a PhD Student
School of Communication General Fund
The School of Communication General Fund provides support for the activities, programs, initiatives, including named commemorative scholarships and awards, in the School of Communication.
Additionally Supports: Caterpillar Scholarship
Forensics - Speech and Debate
The Forensics - Speech and Debate fund provides support for the activities, programs, and operations the program.
WZND Radio
The WZND Radio Fund provides support for the the activities, programs and operations of the station. WZND is Illinois State University's student run radio station..
TV 10 General Fund
The TV 10 General Fund provides support for the activities, programs, and operations of station. Since TV-10's inception in 1974, the station has produced hundreds of successful professionals throughout the state and the country, both in front of the camera as well as behind.TV-10 is part of the School of Communication in the College of Arts and Sciences.
ISU Chapter of Public Relations Student Society of America
The Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) is an RSO at Illinois State University that allows students from all majors to deepen their knowledge of, and engagement with, the public relations industry. Our mission is to help our members by broadening their professional network and helping launch their careers after graduation.
Mathematics Department General Fund
The Mathematics General Fund provides support for the activities, programs, and operations, including named commemorative scholarships and awards, of the department.
Additionally Supports: Keutzer Award, Outstanding Senior, Putnam Exam, Research Scholar Winner, Statistical Project, Teacher-Scholar Award
Actuarial Science Program Fund
The Actuarial Science Program Fund provides educational support to actuarial science students.
Additionally Supports: Actuarial Examination Fee Support, Country Financial Scholar, DW Simpson Scholar, Exam CAS-S and/or Manual, Exam CAS-ST and/or Manual, Exam SOA-C/CAS-4 and/or Manual, Exam SOA-FM/CAS-2 and/or Manual, Exam SOA-MFE/CAS-3F and/or Manual, Exam SOA-MLC and/or Seminar, Exam SOA-P/CAS-1 and/or Manual, FAP Final Assessment, FAP Interim Assessment, Great American Financial Group Scholarship, Katie Scholars, Milliman Scholar, Pinnacle Scholar, Statistical Project, Zurich Scholar
Mathematics Masters Endowment
This endowment was established in 1998 by John Dossey in honor of the mathematics department faculty who supported the department's master's students during the late 1960's and early 1970's. This scholarship is awarded to full-time students enrolled in a master's program in the department of mathematics. Qualified students must demonstrate academic leadership, promise, and strong character. Awardees must be enrolled in either pure or applied mathematics, statistics, or secondary mathematics education in the Department of Mathematics at ISU. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. The Mathematics Masters Endowment was established in 1998 by John Dossey in honor of the mathematics department faculty who supported the department's master's students during the late 1960's and early 1970's. This scholarship is awarded to full-time students enrolled in a master's program in the department of mathematics. Qualified students must demonstrate academic leadership, promise, and strong character. Awardees must be enrolled in either pure or applied mathematics, statistics, or secondary mathematics education in the Department of Mathematics at Illinois State University.
Philosophy Excellence Fund
The Philosophy Excellence Fund supports the production of original scholarship by Philosophy students and faculty. The funds are used to support student travel to conferences where they present their own original philosophical scholarship to their peers and to faculty from other universities. The Excellence Fund also supports the Department's Textbook Award which provides resources to students who need financial assistance in purchasing the books and materials required for their Philosophy courses.
Additionally Supports: Outstanding Senior Scholarship
Physics Department General Fund
The Physics General Fund supports the activities, programs and operations associated with the Physics Department.
Friends of WGLT
WGLT public radio is licensed to Illinois State University and is part of Illinois State University School of Communication. The Friends of WGLT Fund provides support for the activities, programs and operations of the station.
Dr. John B. Colwell Scholarship
This endowment was established in 1981 by the widow of Dr. John B. Colwell in his honor and memory. Colwell died in 1970 after practicing medicine in Champaign, IL. He attended Illinois State Normal University. The purpose of the fund is to provide recognition and award to an outstanding pre-med student(s). Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. This endowment was established in 1981 by the widow of Dr. John B. Colwell in his honor and memory. Colwell died in 1970 after practicing medicine in Champaign, IL. He attended Illinois State Normal University. The purpose of the fund is to provide recognition and award to an outstanding pre-med student(s).
Geography Excellence Fund
The Geography Excellence Fund supports the activities, programs, students and faculty in the Geography Program, GEOMAP, and the Illinois Geographic Alliance at Illinois State University. Gifts help enhance the quality of the Geography Program and ensure that its teaching and research facilities, scientific instrumentation, and laboratories, remain up to date.
Michael D. and Patricia A. Sublett Geography Professional Development Fund
The Michael D. and Patricia A. Sublett Geography Professional Development Fund was established in 2020 to support professional development for students in the Geography program at Illinois State who are Geography and Geography Education majors. The Sublett family moved to Bloomington-Normal in August 1970. Geographer Michael served as a professor in the Department of Geography-Geology between September 1970 and August 2015. From 1978 to 1988, he chaired the Department. Patricia managed the University Registration Office from 1971 until 1978. Michael developed and implemented the Geography Internship Program in 1985 that majors in Geography complete prior to graduation to this day. He also oversaw the publishing of the first 40 volumes of our Department yearbook, Glacial Deposits. This award is a testament to the Subletts' continued commitment to the success of Geography students and the program.
Department of Languages, Literatures & Cultures
The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures Fund supports the activities, programs and operations, including named commemorative scholarships and awards, of the department.
Petrossian Tarrant Scholarship
This endowment was established in 2001 by Wallace Anderson in honor of two influential Illinois State University foreign language faculty members, George Petrossian and Patrick Tarrant. The scholarship is awarded to a student enrolled in a French language study abroad program endorsed by the French faculty. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. The Petrossian Tarrant Scholarship was established in 2001 by Wallace Anderson in honor of two influential Illinois State University foreign language faculty members, George Petrossian and Patrick Tarrant.
Geography, Geology and Environment Department Fund
The Geography, Geology, and the Environment department houses the Geography and Geology Programs. The Geography Program at Illinois State is one of two or three oldest in the country and was one of the first programs established on the Illinois State campus. The Geology program was established in 1969. The purpose of the Geography, Geology and Environment department fund is to support program development and operations.
John Wesley Powell Fund
Illinois State University's first geologist was John Wesley Powell, the famous scientist-explorer who led the first expedition through the Grand Canyon and became the second director of the U.S. Geological Survey. The John Wesley Powell Fund was established in 1980 and provides support for geology students, faculty, and programs, with particular emphasis on initiatives related to field experiences, student and faculty research and travel, and field camp.
History Department General Fund
The History Department General Fund provides support for the activities, programs, and operations, including named commemorative scholarships and awards, of the department.
Additionally Supports: Internship (Museum) Scholarship, Study Abroad Scholarship, Sutter Student Teaching Scholarship
Geology Excellence Fund
The Geology Excellence Fund provides support for the activities, programs, and operations, including named commemorative scholarships and awards, of the Geology Program. Gifts help enhance the quality of the Geology Program and ensure that its teaching and research facilities, scientific instrumentation, and laboratories, remain up to date.
Vidette Enhancement Fund
The Vidette Enhancement Fund provides support for the activities, programs and operations of the Daily Vidette. The Vidette is Illinois State University's student newspaper.
Robert D. Weigel Fund
This endowment was established by the Beta Lambda Chapter of the Phi Sigma Society in honor of the retirement of Robert D. Weigel. The research grant is awarded based on proposals submitted to the Phi Sigma grant committee. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. The Robert D. Weigel Fund was established by the Beta Lambda Chapter of the Phi Sigma Society in honor of the retirement of Robert D. Weigel, who taught at Illinois State for 24 years and served as an advisor to Phi Sigma Society. Later significant gifts were given by other faculty and friends and an estate gift from Weigel. This fund is established by the Beta Lambda Chapter of the Phi Sigma Society to honor Dr. Robert D. Weigel upon his retirement. The fund will provide financial resources to bring outstanding scientists to the ISU campus each year. These distinguished professionals would give seminars and workshops and be available to students to discuss their research and their philosophical approach to science. The fund will also be available to provide student research awards to graduate and undergraduate students in the School of Biological Sciences.
Anne M. Semlak Memorial Scholarship for Women's and Gender Studies Endowment Fund
This fund is established in loving memory of Anne Marie Semlak, Class of 2001. In remembrance of Anne, her family has established this scholarship to assist undergraduate and graduate students active in Women's and Gender Studies at ISU. This fund will be established by contributions from family and friends of Anne Semlak. Each candidate for an award must be or have: A. Enrolled in good standing at ISU as either an undergraduate or graduate student. B. Completed a minimum of 45 semester hours and be active in the Women's and Gender Studies program. C. Demonstrate financial need. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. The Anne M. Semlak Memorial Scholarship for Women's and Gender Studies Endowment Fund was established by family and friends in loving memory of Anne Marie Semlak, Class of 2001. Anne was very active in the Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program at Illinois State University and graduated with a degree in political science with minors in both women's studies and peace studies. She won the Women's Studies Achievement Award in 2001. She worked with juvenile offenders to provide an alternative to the court system through mediation and was a coordinator of youth programs at a middle school and high school. The purpose of this scholarship is to assist undergraduate and graduate students who are active in Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at Illinois State University.
Pre-Law Endowed Program Fund
In 1998, several alumni attorneys formed the Illinois State University Attorneys Advisory Board (AAB), raising funds to support the Mock Trial Program; Pre-Law Awards Banquet; AAB operating expenses; and general expenses associated with the University's Pre-Law Program. Recognizing the importance of providing a more reliable source of income to support the Pre-Law Program, AAB decided to establish The Pre-Law Endowed Program Fund.
Neuleib-Scharton Scholarship
The Neuleib-Scharton Award is presented to the graduate student and undergraduate student who have written the best papers in rhetoric, composition, and writing studies in history, theory, or criticism. It honors Professors Jan Neuleib and Maurice Scharton, whose work together within and beyond the Department serves as a reminder that rhetoric and writing practices are inherently collaborative and thus essential to building and sustaining community.
Kenneth A. and Mary Ann Shaw Teaching Fellowship
Kenneth "Buzz" Shaw earned his undergraduate degree from Illinois State University in 1961 and became an assistant to Presidents Bone and Braden. During his 40-year career as an educator and leader, he held the titles of professor, president, and chancellor. He holds eight honorary degrees, is a renowned author, advisor, and consultant, and is a board member for many prestigious organizations. Mary Ann has been a long-time community servant dedicated to education, children's issues, and service learning. She was instrumental in bringing children's hospitals to the University of Wisconsin-Madison and to Syracuse, New York. The purpose of this fund is to recognize teaching excellence and to improve the teaching and learning environment in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University. Each year two talented teachers will be awarded a minimum of $3,500 to be used for professional development.
Dr. H. Tak Cheung Endowment for the General Education Teaching Assistant Award
This fund was established by H. Tak Cheung to acknowledge the contributions of teaching assistants in the Introduction to Biology course he developed and teaches for non-majors, and to support projects to further the mission of general education in Biology. Cheung joined Illinois State in 1979 as an assistant professor of Microbiology. After rising to the rank of full professor, he became department Chair in 1997, and Executive Director when it became the School of Biological Sciences in 2008. Candidates must be in good standing at Illinois State, demonstrate dedication and commitment in developing and teaching a nonmajor biology course, and submit an application.
Charlena Wallen Scholarship
The Charlena Wallen Memorial Scholarship in Biology was established in memory of Charlena Wallen by her husband Donald Wallen, a building services worker in Felmley Hall in 2002. The Scholarship is awarded annually to a student conducting research in Felmley Hall.
James and Lucy Patterson Family Geography Field Trip Endowment
The James and Lucy Patterson Family Geography Field Trip Endowment was established by Lucy Patterson and family members in 2013. The purpose of the fund is to provide financial assistance to the Department of Geography for field trips and/or scholarship support for geography students to participate in field trips. James Patterson was a regional geography professor at Illinois State University from 1957 to 1986. During his tenure at ISU, he received the first Bone Award for outstanding teacher at ISU and was the recipient of the Illinois Geography Society's Distinguished Geography Education Award. Patterson combined his passions for teaching and travel by organizing and leading cross-disciplinary student field trips. Students were taught in the classroom at a nearby university and then taken into the field to observe firsthand the geographical, biological, historical, and archaeological aspects they were studying.
Glenn Grever English Education Scholarship Fund
This endowment was established in 1996 in memory of Professor Glenn Grever. The scholarship is awarded to a full-time or part-time senior, majoring in English education and student teaching during the semester that the scholarship is available. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. The Glenn Grever English Education Scholarship Endowment was established in 1996 in memory of Professor Glenn Grever. The scholarship is awarded to a full-time or part-time senior, majoring in English Education and student teaching during the semester that the scholarship is available.
Fund for Disease Control and Prevention Research
The purpose of this fund is to provide additional resources to Illinois State University faculty conducting research in the area of human disease control and prevention.
English Graduate Student Research Fund
The English Graduate Student Research fund provides financial assistance English graduate students for research including research travel, research preparations, and archival work.
Undergraduate Chemistry Student Research Fund
The Undergraduate Chemistry Student Research Fund provides financial support for undergraduate students who are accepted for enrollment or enrolled in good standing at Illinois State and actively pursuing research activities under the supervision of a faculty member in the Department of Chemistry during the summer. Funds may be used to purchase materials and supplies needed to undertake and complete research projects, support summer stipends, or to support students in disseminating the results of their research at professional conferences or professional publications.
Endowment for Forensics Fund
The Endowment for Forensics Fund was created by former students and faculty of the Forensics program at Illinois State University for the purpose of ensuring resources for the growth and success of the program. The primary purpose of the fund is to support travel of the Forensics team. If all primary needs of the program are met, the fund may also be used at the discretion of the director of Forensics for program improvements.
Lee Ann Murray "Everything Counts" Actuarial Science Endowed Scholarship
Lee Ann Murray graduated from Illinois State University in 2012 with a bachelor of science in Actuarial Science and a minor in insurance. Lee Ann thoroughly enjoyed mathematics. While at Illinois State, Lee Ann was involved in the Honors Program, served as Vice President in Membership in Toastmasters, and held memberships in the Society of Actuaries and Gamma Iota Sigma - Illinois State University, Katie School of Insurance and Financial Services, Alpha Kappa Chapter. Lee Ann tragically passed away in September 2014. This scholarship was established by her family, friends, and colleagues in her honor to benefit deserving Actuarial Science students.
Friends of WCBU Fund
WCBU public radio serves the Peoria area and is managed by WGLT, Illinois State University's public radio station. The Friends of WCBU Fund provides support for WCBU's activities, programs and operations. WGLT public radio is licensed to Illinois State University and is part of Illinois State University School of Communication.
Wilson Family Student Assistance Fund
The Wilson Family Student Assistance Fund was established in 2020 to provide support for students in the College of Arts and Sciences experiencing temporary financial hardship or need. Awards are determined on a case-by-case basis based on the funding available.
Obsidian: Literature and Arts in the African Diaspora Fund
The Obsidian: Literature & Arts in the African Diaspora Fund was established in 2019 to provide financial support associated with operating and promoting the Publishing Platform. Funds may also be used to support students' professional development and to encourage student involvement in the Publishing Platform's editorial and production work. The fund supports and ensures Obsidian's ongoing engagement with the global community of African and African Diaspora writers, artists, and scholars.
Dr. Ann Beck Endowed Scholarship Fund
The Dr. Ann Beck Endowed Scholarship Fund was established by Dr. Ann Beck and Gary Beck to celebrate and honor the retirement of Dr. Ann Beck. This scholarship is available to those who are studying Communication Sciences and Disorders and focusing on the students self0compassion in their clinical work.
Mathematics Faculty Scholarship for Undergraduate Research
The Mathematics Faculty Scholarship for Undergraduate Research was established as an endowment in 2018 using gifts provided by Dr. Saad I. El-Zanati and Dr. John Dossey. The scholarship provides support for undergraduate majors involved in undergraduate research in mathematics while honoring past and present mathematics faculty in the Mathematics Department.
Greg and Mary Margaret Simpson Endowed Scholarship
The Greg and Mary Margaret Simpson Endowed Scholarship was established in 2018 to support an incoming freshman FTIC student majoring in a discipline within the College of Arts and Sciences.
Mildred Pratt Student Assistance Fund
Mildred Pratt Student Assistance Fund was established by Professor Emeritus Mildred Pratt in 1993 to provide financial assistance to currently enrolled School of Social Work students experiencing temporary financial hardship or need. Awards are granted on a case-by-case basis pending the availability of funds.
Dianne Brewer Endowed Scholarship in Mathematics
The Dianne Brewer Endowed Scholarship in Mathematics fund was established in 2013 to honor Dianne Kay Brewer and her many years of service to the Mathematics Department. Dianne had five siblings and grew up on a farm. After graduating from Wenona High School, she worked her way through college, majoring in elementary education. She was the only one of her immediate family to attend college. After graduating from Illinois State in 1975, she began work there in 1977, initially in placement services. She joined the Mathematics Department in March of 1979 and, in three short years, became the lead staff person there. Dianne continued in that role until her death on January 16, 2013. She is remembered for the assistance she provided to a large number of students enrolling in mathematics classes, both majors and non-majors. She also performed many other tasks effectively and efficiently, helping the department function smoothly.
Mike Kurz Research Fellowship Award
The Mike Kurz Graduate Research Fellowship Fund was created in honor of Dr. Mike Kurz, who chaired the Department of chemistry from 1986 until his retirement in 2003. The purpose of this fund is to provide a base of financial support for master's students who are willing to devote their summers to working on their thesis research projects. The Mike Kurz Graduate Research Fellowship Fund was created in honor of Dr. Mike Kurz, who chaired the Department of Chemistry from 1986 until his retirement in 2003. The purpose of this fund is to provide a base of financial support for master's students who are willing to devote their summers to working on their thesis research projects.
Douglas and Dorothy Bey Math Scholarship
This endowment was established in 1987 by Douglas and Dorothy Bey. The scholarship is awarded to a student completing their junior year with selection based on scholarship, service, and potential and intent to pursue a graduate program in math sciences. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. The Douglas and Dorothy Bey Math Scholarship was established in 1987 by Douglas and Dorothy Bey. The scholarship is awarded to a student completing their junior year with selection based on scholarship, service, and potential and intent to pursue a graduate program in math sciences.
Thomas Eimermann Scholarship
This endowment was established in 2002 by Thomas and Kathleen Eimermann. The scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in politics and government with a demonstrated commitment to and record of success in mock trial competition. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. The Thomas Eimermann Scholarship was established in 2002 by Thomas and Kathleen Eimermann. The scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in politics and government with a demonstrated commitment to and record of success in mock trial competition.
Thomas E. McClure Pro Bono Fund
The Thomas E. McClure Pro Bono Fund was established in 2021 to support the Department of Politics and Government Legal Studies Program's Expungement Clinic (Clinic) and other pro bono activities associated with the Program. Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to salaries, travel costs, and other expenses connected to pro bono opportunities the Program provides for Illinois State University students. In the event, the Program neither operates a pro bono clinic nor requires funding for other pro bono opportunities that the Program provides for its students, the income generated by the Pro Bono Fund will be used to provide an annual award to a Department faculty member who demonstrates a strong commitment to service to the Department, his or her profession, and/or the community. The responsibilities for the selection of award recipients and distribution of funds will be assigned to the Chair of the Department.
Deon Johnson Scholarship
The Deon Johnson Scholarship was established in 2020 to provide financial assistance for students enrolled in a major within the College of Arts and Sciences. Student must be a member of one of the following organizations: Black Student Union, Association of Latin American Students, or Multicultural Greek Council. Preference given to students who are from a single parent/guardian household and/or a student majoring in social work.
John and Susan Freed Scholarship in the Liberal Arts
This endowment was established in 2004 by John and Susan Freed. The scholarship is awarded to a student who has completed at least seventy-five semester hours, is enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences, and is classified by the Office of Disability Concerns as disabled. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. The John and Susan Freed Scholarship in the Liberal Arts was established in 2004 by John and Susan Freed. The scholarship is awarded to a student who has completed at least seventy-five semester hours, is enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences, and is registered with the ISU Office of Student Access and Accommodation Services.
Gleynafa T. Ray Scholarship
The endowment was established in 1990 by Gleynafa T. Ray for the purpose of recognizing and providing scholarship support to “top” history education majors. Ray attended Illinois State Normal University from 1926-1930 with majors in history, English, and education. She taught history in high schools in Victoria, Rockford,and Iowa City. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. The Gleynafa T. Ray Scholarship was established in 1990 by Gleynafa T. Ray for the purpose of recognizing and providing scholarship support to "top" history education majors. Ray attended Illinois State Normal University from 1926-1930 with majors in history, English, and education. She taught history in high schools in Victoria, Rockford, and Iowa City.
Darrel A. Sutter Scholarship
In August 2009, Darrel Sutter made a gift to establish this endowed fund, providing support to students majoring in history-social studies education. Sutter grew up on a farm near Colfax and graduated from ISNU in 1960 with a degree in social science education and taught at Roanoke-Benson High School until 1995. Having to work many hours every week during college, it was difficult for him to focus on studies. It is his hope that this scholarship will free students from that worry. Each candidate must be accepted or enrolled in good standing as a full-time student, be a declared major in history-social sciences education in the Department of History, have completed at least two courses in sociology or economics, have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.75 / 4.0, complete an application and essay, and have demonstrated financial need. The funds are to be used for educational expenses. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. In August 2009, Darrel Sutter made a gift to establish this endowed fund, providing support to students majoring in history-social studies education. Sutter grew up on a farm near Colfax and graduated from ISNU in 1960 with a degree in social science education and taught at Roanoke-Benson High School until 1995. Having to work many hours every week during college, it was difficult for him to focus on studies. It is his hope that this scholarship will free students from that worry.
Physics Student Excellence Fund
The Physics Student Excellence Fund (previously Women in Physics Scholarship) provides financial support in the form of scholarships, professional development, or research funds for students majoring in Physics.
Ana Maria F. Parent Scholarship
The Ana Maria F. Parent Endowed Scholarship was created in 2015 by Dr. Joseph Laurenti. Ana was born May 10, 1944 in Havana, Cuba. She came to the United States in 1962 as an 18-year-old participant in a program called Operation Pedro Pan (Peter Pan), an initiative led by the Catholic Church to spare children of the ideological indoctrination of the new communist government in Cuba. Her parents came to the United States four years later. The scholarship is awarded to a student accepted for enrollment or enrolled in good standing at Illinois State University majoring in Spanish in the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures. Applicants must have completed or be enrolled in at least two courses in the Spanish language major and complete an application form that includes a statement addressing the student's interest in Spanish, career goals, and volunteer activities/community service. The Scholarship will help to preserve Ana Parent's memory and legacy.
Marvin D. Kleinau Scholarship for Forensics
The award was created by Marvin D. Kleinau in 2006, in gratitude for the life changing instruction given at the time of his undergraduate experience, by the department chair and debate coach, Ralph A. Micken, and the generous support of the Department of Communication speech faculty for forensic activity. The purpose of the fund is to provide financial support for students engaged in nationally competitive speech and debate activities as representatives of ISU. Income may be used to defray expenses related to education, travel, and/or other costs associated with participation in the Forensics Program at ISU. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. The award was created by Marvin D. Kleinau in 2006, in gratitude for the life changing instruction given at the time of his undergraduate experience, by the department chair and debate coach, Ralph A. Micken, and the generous support of the Department of Communication speech faculty for forensic activity. The purpose of the fund is to provide financial support for students engaged in nationally competitive speech and debate activities as representatives of ISU. Income may be used to defray expenses related to education, travel, and/or other costs associated with participation in the Forensics Program at ISU.
William Howard Scholarship in History
The William E. Howard Scholarship is in honor of Bill Howard, ISNU classes of 1947 (BSE) and 1953 (MSE) who loved & taught history for over 30 years. This fund rewards student scholarship in history, with preference to excellent student research or writing related to World War II. Each candidate for the William E. Howard Scholarship must be: A. Enrolled in good standing at ISU. B. An undergraduate with at least 30 credit hours with a declared major or minor in History or a graduate student pursuing a Master's in History. C. While an ISU student, produced a paper or papers deemed of high quality by the history faculty on a some aspect of: 1. World War II (including the home front) or 2. American history. The William E. Howard Scholarship is in honor of Bill Howard, ISNU classes of 1947 (BSE) and 1953 (MSE) who loved and taught history for over 30 years. This fund rewards student scholarship in History, with preference to excellent student research or writing related to World War II. Each candidate for the William E. Howard Scholarship must be: A. Enrolled in good standing at ISU. B. An undergraduate with at least 30 credit hours with a declared major or minor in History or a graduate student pursuing a Master's in History. C. While an ISU student, produced a paper or papers deemed of high quality by the history faculty on a some aspect of: 1. World War II (including the home front) or 2. American history.
Louis E. Miglio History Education Scholarship
This fund was established by Louis E. Miglio. He maintained a close relationship with Illinois State University and truly felt these endowed funds were a way to make a small payment for the good education he received at Illinois State. Miglio served in the Navy, graduated from Illinois State in 1949, and was awarded a Fulbright Teacher Exchangeship with England. His love of history was expanded there through seeing historical sites that made history come alive. Miglio taught in Pekin for three years and earned his master's degree. He then taught in Decatur from 1952 through 1982. He always told his students, "No matter what occupation or career you choose, be the best you can be and enjoy it!" Each candidate for this fund must be admitted as a student at Illinois State University with a declared major of History Education and demonstrate a financial need.
Lawrence W. McBride Award
This endowment was established in 2004 by family, friends, colleagues, and former students in memory of Lawrence W. McBride. The scholarship honors the best graduate each fall and spring semester of the history/social science education program. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. The Lawrence W. McBride Award was established in 2004 by family, friends, colleagues, and former students in memory of Lawrence W. McBride. The scholarship honors the best graduate each fall and spring semester of the History/Social Science Education Program.
David J. Parent Scholarship
This endowment was established in 1998 by family and friends in memory of David Parent. The scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student majoring in a foreign language, with students majoring in German to be given a preference. Majors in Spanish and then French would be given the next priority. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. The David J. Parent Scholarship was established in 1998 by family and friends in memory of David Parent. The scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student majoring in a foreign language, with students majoring in German to be given a preference. Majors in Spanish and then French would be given the next priority.
George J. Gordon Scholarship in U.S. Public Affairs
This endowment was established in 2004 by George and Myra Gordon. The scholarship is awarded to a junior level student majoring in political science with at least 12 hours of coursework completed in classes that are part of the department’s public service sequence. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. This endowment was established in 2004 by George and Myra Gordon. The scholarship is awarded to a junior level student majoring in political science with at least 12 hours of coursework completed in classes that are part of the department's public service sequence.
Pryor-Reeder Social Psychology Fund
To establish a fund supporting graduate student research in social psychology in the Illinois State University Psychology Department.
Sally Parry-Robert McLaughlin Sigma Tau Delta Travel Award
The Sally Parry-Robert McLaughlin Sigma Tau Delta Travel Award was established in 2018 to support travel for students who are members of the Lambda Delta chapter of Sigma Tau Delta. Support may be used to help students who are traveling for professional conferences.
Richard L. Hunter Memorial Scholarship
The Richard L. Hunter Memorial Fund was created in 2007 by dear family, friends, and staff members of the Daily Vidette. This fund pays tribute to the humble, dedicated man who served as systems manager for the newspaper for nearly 11 years until his death in a boating accident. The scholarship will honor a Daily Vidette student who exemplifies those attributes. Each candidate must be: A. Enrolled in good standing at ISU. B. Demonstrated strong academic achievement, as evidenced by a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. C. Worked as a student staff member at the Daily Vidette for one calendar year. D. Exhibited the characteristics that were typical of Richard Hunter, including a humble spirit, a positive attitude, a willingness to help others, a love for his/her work and efforts toward fostering The Vidette family atmosphere. Assets of this endowment are invested in the ISU Endowment Investment Pool. The Richard L. Hunter Memorial Fund was created in 2007 by dear family, friends, and staff members of the Daily Vidette. This fund pays tribute to the humble, dedicated man who served as systems manager for the newspaper for nearly 11 years until his death in a boating accident. The scholarship will honor a Daily Vidette student who exemplifies those attributes. Each candidate must be: A. Enrolled in good standing at ISU. B. Demonstrated strong academic achievement, as evidenced by a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. C. Worked as a student staff member at the Daily Vidette for one calendar year. D. Exhibited the characteristics that were typical of Richard Hunter, including a humble spirit, a positive attitude, a willingness to help others, a love for his/her work and efforts toward fostering The Vidette family atmosphere.
Robinson/Eckelmann Scholarship in Speech Pathology and Audiology
The Robinson/Eckelmann Scholarship was created in December 2006 with the combined funds of two existing endowments, the Kay Robinson Scholarship Fund and the Dorothy Eckelmann Fund. The purpose of the fund is to provide scholarship support for graduate students in the Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology (now Communication Sciences and Disorders) and in doing so, honor the memories of two former faculty members in that department. Each candidate for the scholarship must be enrolled in good standing at Illinois State University, be accepted into the speech pathology and audiology graduate program, have demonstrated strong academic achievement, as evidenced by a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, and use the award for tuition and fees. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. The Robinson/Eckelmann Scholarship was created in December 2006 with the combined funds of two existing endowments, the Kay Robinson Scholarship Fund and the Dorothy Eckelmann Fund. The purpose of the fund is to provide scholarship support for graduate students in the Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology (now Communication Sciences and Disorders) and in doing so, honor the memories of two former faculty members in that department. Each candidate for the scholarship must be enrolled in good standing at Illinois State University, be accepted into the speech pathology and audiology graduate program, have demonstrated strong academic achievement, as evidenced by a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, and use the award for tuition and fees.
John Kinneman Scholarship (Class of 40)
Established by the Class of 1940 to honor John A. Kinneman who was a faculty member from 1927 until 1963, and chair of the Department of Sociology for ten of those years. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. This scholarship was established by the Class of 1940 to honor John A. Kinneman who was a faculty member from 1927 until 1963 and chair of the Department of Sociology for ten of those years. The scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student majoring in sociology who is at least at junior standing.
Thomas E. Eimermann Professorship in Politics and Government
The Thomas E. Eimermann Professorship in Politics and Government was established in 2018 in honor of Thomas Eimermann to recognize high caliber ISU Faculty. The Fund supports the academic work, including professional development, research, and/or supplemental salary for a faculty member in the Department of Politics and Government who is appointed to the named professorship. Responsibilities for selection of the professorship recipient will be determined by the Chair of Politics and Government. The person named to the position will serve as funds remain available. Recipients may hold the position for a defined number of year(s) as determined by the Department Chair.
Mark Wyman Scholarship
This endowment was established in 2004 in honor of Mark Wyman by family, friends, and colleagues. The scholarship is awarded to a student beginning his/her second semester majoring in history. Preference will be given to a non-traditional age student. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. The Mark Wyman Scholarship was established in 2004 in honor of Mark Wyman by family, friends, and colleagues. The scholarship is awarded to a student beginning his/her second semester majoring in History. Preference will be given to a non-traditional student.
Bird Seed Scholarship for Arts and Sciences
The Bird Seed Scholarship for Arts and Sciences Majors was established by Tom Ochs in order to financially assist students studying in any major in the College of Arts and Sciences at Illinois State University.
Swerdlik Graduate Student in School Psychology Recruitment Scholarship
The Swerdlik Graduate Student Recruitment Scholarship was established in 2021 by Mark and Peggy Swerdlik. The scholarship is awarded to a top incoming graduate student enrolled in the Doctoral of Specialist degree program in School Psychology at Illinois State University. Candidate must demonstrate potential to contribute to the field of school psychology as either a future practitioner or university educator.
ISU Publications Unit Fund
The Publications Unit builds upon the interests and strengths of the department's faculty, staff, and students working within the field and studies of publishing. The Publications Unit Publishing Award is intended to enhance this mission by acknowledging the excellent work of students involved in the study of publishing and nonprofit literary arts.
Grabill-Homan Peace Prize
This endowment was established in 2001 by family, friends, and colleagues in honor of Professors Joseph Grabill and Gerlof Homan. This scholarship is awarded to a student with a minimum of 30 hours of college credit, a peace and conflict resolution minor who has demonstrated involvement with campus and community peacemaking activities. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. This endowment was established in 2001 by family, friends, and colleagues in honor of Professors Joseph Grabill and Gerlof Homan. Funds may be used to support peace education activities and to pay for a reception hosted annually for the recipient of the Community Peace Prize.
Hibbert R. Roberts Teaching Excellence Recognition Award
This endowment was established in 1993 by Sandra Roberts in memory of her husband. The award is given to any full-time faculty member with three or more academic years of service and who inspires students to achieve their full potential in and outside of the classroom. Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. The Hibbert R. Roberts Teaching Excellence Recognition Award was established in 1993 by Sandra Roberts in memory of her husband. The award is given to any full-time faculty member with three or more academic years of service and who inspires students to achieve their full potential in and outside of the classroom.
James V. Koch - Economics Advisory Board Faculty Development Fund
*** Need Purpose Assets of this endowment are invested in the Illinois State University Endowment Investment Pool. James V. Koch served as the chair of the Department of Economics at Illinois State University from 1972 to 1978. He was instrumental in the establishment of the department's advisory board. This fund was established to recognize his efforts on behalf of the department. Its purpose is to support quality teaching, research, and service activities of tenured or tenure-track faculty members of the Department of Economics.
Professor Kenneth E. Jesse Endowment Fund
*** Needs Purpose. This scholarship was established by Kenneth and Sandra Jesse. Ken taught in the Physics Department [from 1967 -1994] and saw the department and the University grow in size and stature, with national and international recognition. He guided the experimental work of two students who earned master's degrees, coauthored, with physics professor Glen Greenseth, the department's lab manual, and wrote three study guides to accompany general physics textbooks and a two- volume, calculus-based text titled, "University Physics." The purpose of this fund is to support student research or other significant projects as guided by faculty. It may be used to obtain hardware items. His hope is that this endowment will help to continue the Physics Department and University's growth, especially in the area of student research projects.
Illinois State University Solar Car Team
The Illinois State University Solar Car Team is a student-led organization that designs, builds, and races solar vehicles against teams from around the world. The team consists of a multidisciplinary group of undergraduate students, graduate students, and faculty who volunteer time and energy to advance their skills and the promise of renewable energy. The award-winning team successfully builds a new solar car every five years. Your gift will help to provide technology and equipment, as well as cover expenses for travel to national collegiate competitions.
Skibo Scholars Scholarship
The Skibo Scholarship was established to support underserved first time in college students with an interest in anthropology or sociology by building community, creating a sense of belonging, and empowering them with the skills, tools, and connections to flourish in the pursuit of their dreams at ISU.
Latoria Farmer Scholarship
The Latoria J. Carroll Farmer Scholarship was established by Latoria J. Farmer in 2024 in order to provide financial assistance to first generation students in the School of Communication.
Paying it Forward Back-a-Bird
The Paying it Forward Back A Bird was established by Christina Stringfellow in order to assist students majoring in English.
Department of Economics Camp Fund
The Department of Economics Camp Fund was established to fund supporting activities, programs, and operations associated with camps conducted by the Economics Department.