College of Education and Professional Development
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About the College Message from the Dean
Admissions Early Childhood Education Elementary Education Secondary Education Special Education Endorsement 4-Year Plan Templates
Adult and Continuing Education Counseling Programs Doctoral Programs Education Specialist in School Psychology Graduate Curriculum and Instruction Programs Graduate Professional Development Leadership Studies Programs Literacy Education Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) and Post Baccalaureate Certification Program (PBC) Special Education, M.A. and Licensure
Academic Probation/Suspension Clinical Experiences Cooperating Teacher FAQ's Level II and III Student Teaching Evaluation Forms The POST (Praxis or Student Tutoring) Professional Learning Community (P.L.C.) Scholarships Teacher Certification Teacher-In-Residence (TIR) University Supervisor
BOG Policies Catalogs Committees Forms and Information Handbooks and Policies Minutes Office of Assessment University Calendar
Giving to the College of Education and Professional Development Marshall Alumni Association
Appalachian Studies Association Autism Training Center Child Development Academy H.E.L.P. Program June Harless Center Marshall University Testing Center Student Center of Professional Education Services (SCoPES)
Office of Assessment Office of the Dean Counseling Curriculum and Instruction Early Childhood Education Elementary and Secondary Education Leadership Studies/ACE Literacy School Psychology Special Education Student Center of Professional Education Services (SCoPES)
Apply Here Deadline for the 2019/2020 academic year is April 5
John Spencer Anderson and Patricia Hogg Anderson Scholarship
Mr. Anderson attended Marshall for 17 years, starting at the K-12 Marshall Lab School and completing in B.B.A in 1963. He worked for the local amusement park, Camden Park, for seven years while in school. After graduation he spent 25 years with International Nickel Company before going to work for Champion Industries, Inc. He retired as President of Stationer's, Inc. a subsidiary of Champion Industries, Inc. 29 years later.
Mrs. Anderson graduated from Wayne High School and attended Marshall University with the help of the Marshall's Presidential Scholarship. She completed her B.A. in Early Childhood Education in 1963. Through a fellowship at the Marshall Lap School, Mrs. Anderson earned her Master's degree in Elementary Education. She was a public school volunteer in West Virginia and Pennsylvania for years.
Any Education major in the College of Education and Professional Development
Financial Need
Recipient has financial need per standards of the Office of Student Financial Assistance.
Full or Part-Time
Both Full or Part-time students are applicable
A specific GPA is not required
Residence Required
First preference: Dunlow area of Wayne County, West Virginia
Second preference: Graduate of Tolsia High School in Wayne county, West Virginia
Third preference: Resident of Wayne County, West Virginia
Incoming freshman
4 years (8 semesters)
Jo Ashworth Memorial Scholarship
There shall be established in The Marshall University Foundation Inc. an endowed fund known as the Jo Ashworth Memorial Scholarship in honor of Jo Ashworth who was an educator in elementary education for 37 years. Mrs. Ashworth received her BA in 1950 and her MA in 1960 from Marshall University.
Any Elementary Education concentration in the College of Education and Professional Development
Does not require a financial need
Only West Virginia residents are applicable
Sandra Lynn Barnett Memorial Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation Inc. has established an endowed fund known as the Sandra Lynn Barnett Memorial Scholarship.
Full-time students are applicable
No specific residence is required
Priority given to African American students
Steve and Mary Beckelhimer Science Education Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established a fund known as the Steve and Mary Beckelhimer Science Education Scholarship. This fund was established by Steve Beckelhimer and his wife, Mary, both of whom are public school educators and MU alumni. Steve is a lifelong science educator and Mary is Director of Technology with Putnam County WV Schools.
Any Science major in the College of Education and Professional Development
Has ADMI 4 status
Admitted to Teacher Education
Ada L. Bias Endowed Scholarship for Teacher Education
There shall be established with the Marshall University Foundation, Inc. a fund known as the Ada. L. Bias Endowed Scholarship for Teacher Education.
Must have Junior or Senior Status
William J. Bischoff Scholarship
There shall be established within The Marshall University Foundation, Inc., a fund known as the Wm. J. Bischoff Scholarship Fund.
Any Math and/or Science Education major in the College of Education and Professional Development
West Virginia, Ohio, or Kentucky residence is required
First choice will go to entering freshman
Must maintain a minimum of 11 hours per semester
Excellence in leadership, athletics, or community service
Character is above reproach
Applicant should have completed a college preparatory curriculum in high school
Student should have maintained a 3.50 grade point average for four years of school
Kevin Russell Bowen Memorial Scholarship
There shall be established within the Marshall University Foundation, Inc., a fund known as the Kevin Russell Bowen Memorial Scholarship Fund.
Any Social Studies major in the College of Education and Professional Development
Good moral character
Must have completed high school with a 3.00 GPA average
Susan Ruth Smith Bradberry Memorial Scholarship
The Susan Ruth Smith Bradberry Memorial Scholarship was created in memory of Mrs. Bradberry, Marshall University alumna 1978, a dedicated special education teacher whose commitment to excellence and concern for students was exemplary.
Any Special Education major in the College of Education and Professional Development
Wants to teach in WV
Must have junior status
1 year (2 semesters)
Margaret Shrewsbury Brooks Teacher Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established an endowed fund known as the Margaret Shrewsbury Brooks Teacher Scholarship.
Any Elementary Education in the College of Education and Professional Development
Awarded the year of Level II Clinicals
Edith Marie Anderson Burke & Harvey D. Burke Memorial Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established an endowed fund known as the Edith Marie Anderson Burke And Harvey D. Burke Memorial Scholarship. Edith Marie Anderson Burke attended Marshall University where she received a Bachelors Degree in Education in 1943 and a Master of Arts in Elementary Education in 1957. She worked as a teacher at Geneva Kent Elementary School in Huntington until the time of her retirement. Harvey D. Burke attended the University of Wisconsin and was awarded a Bachelors Degree in Chemical Engineering in 1935 and worked for INCO Alloys in Huntington until his death in 1966.
Charles Calvin Byrd Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established an endowed fund known as the Charles Calvin Byrd Scholarship Fund. The fund was endowed with an initial gift of $15,000 that was provided by Love Publishing Company.
Plans to teach children who have disabilities
Colin A. Campbell Memorial Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established a scholarship fund known as the Colin A. Campbell Memorial Scholarship. The fund is being endowed with $178,000 received from Colin A. Campbell's estate.
2.9 high school GPA
James Clarke & Anna Pauline Scites Cremeans Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established a scholarship fund known as the James Clarke and Anna Pauline Scites Cremeans Scholarship for the College of Education and Human Services.
First preference: incoming freshman who is a resident of West Virginia
Elinor Copenhaver Scholarship
There shall be established in The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. a fund known as the Elinor Copenhaver Scholarship. Elinor Copenhaver was the Cabell County Supervisor of Music for 21 years and a Cabell County music educator for 16 years.
Any Music Education major in the College of Education and Professional Development
Must be an excellent academic student
Jack L. Corron Memorial Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established a scholarship fund known as the Jack L. Corron Memorial Scholarship. Mr. Corron received his BA and MA degrees in Business Education and Education Administration from Marshall University. His integrity, strong faith and love of education were reflected in his career of over 40 years as an educator in West Virginia and Texas.
At least sophomore status
Miss H. Perk Daniels Endowed Scholarship
There shall be established in The Marshall University Foundation, Inc., a fund known as the Miss H. Perk Daniels Endowed Scholarship.
Any Elementary Education major in the College of Education and Professional Development
Lyell and Pauline Dunfee Douthat Scholarship
Student in Junior year in College of Education
Maryellen Mees Wise Eiselstein Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established a scholarship fund known as the Maryellen Mees Wise Eiselstein Scholarship.
Any Biology Education (first preference) or Math Education (second preference) major in the College of Education and Professional Development
Sterling and Crystal Evans Memorial Scholarship
Paul and Beulah Fidler Scholarship for the College of Education
Josephine Fidler has established the Paul and Beulah Fidler Scholarship for the College of Education in honor and memory of her parents. Paul was a teacher in Gilmer County, West Virginia for 40 years having begun his teaching career in a one-room school. He retired from Gilmer County High School as a science and chemistry teacher. Beulah also taught for a short time as well as several members of her extended family. Their lives were dedicated to the education and advancement of West Virginia students.
Josephine is pleased to establish a scholarship in the Marshall University's College of Education to assist West Virginia students in receiving a first-class education and, hopefully, will become exemplary teachers.
First preference to West Virginia residents
Mr. and Mrs. Charles B. Ford Scholarship
Fund established in 1966 by Russell Dunbar, lawyer, from the will of Aubrey Ford who stipulated the fund be named in memory of his parents.
Dr. Danny G. Fulks Memorial Scholarship
Dr. Danny Fulks served as professor in the College of Education from 1968 – 1998.
Dr. Fulks or "Dr. Dan the Motivation Man" as students affectionately called him, had an ease in interacting with people that made students feel like what they did mattered, making them feel special. He was never afraid to meet the needs of his students. Former students recall his smile and how he encouraged having fun while learning through discovery. His personalized lessons were woven with inspiring history and Appalachian folklore. He led by example on how to create a warm inviting classroom climate. One student noted how he was the inspiration for how she works with her own students today. Details such as class t-shirts and scratch and sniff stickers encouraged all to remain "young at heart"
Dr. Fulks took great pride in teaching and it came with a natural compassion. He treated everyone as an equal. He was kind and gentle and focused on strengths while teaching "real world experience."
"He was much more than a professor; he was an educator of all aspects of life."
Full-time students are appicable
First preference to West Virginia Counties: Cabell, Lincoln, Logan, Wayne, Mingo
Second preference to Ohio Counties: Galia, Jackson, Lawrence, Meigs, Pike, Scioto
Third preference to Kentucky Counties: Boyd, Carter, Elliott, Floyd, Greenup, Johnson, Lawrence, Martin, and Pike
Dr. Neil Gibbons Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established a scholarship fund known as the Dr. Neil L. Gibbins Scholarship in the College of Education and Human Services. Dr. Gibbins was a professor and chair of the Department of Education Administration during his 32 year tenure at Marshall University.
Full or Part-time students are applicable.
2.5+ for Undergrad
3.5+ for Graduate
4 years (8 semesters) for undergraduate students
2 years (4 semesters) for graduate students
William 'Bill' Hill Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established a fund known as the William "Bill" Hill Scholarship.
Undergraduate Education Major in the College of Education and Professional Development
Dorothy E. Hicks Physical Education Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established a scholarship fund known as the Dorothy E. Hicks Physical Education Scholarship.
Any Wellness Education major in the College of Education and Professional Development
Awarded during the semester of student teaching
Priority given to females
Margie A. Hinerman Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established a scholarship fund known as the Margie A. Hinerman Leap Scholarship. This endowed scholarship was established by Shelba Glenn Pew in honor of Ms. Leap who received her BA in 1939 and her MA in 1965, and had a career as an Elementary Arts Supervisor in the Cabell County Board of Education.
Dr. Frank C. & Amine A. Hodges Memorial Scholarship
There shall be established in The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. a fund known as The Dr. Frank C, and Amine A. Hodges Memorial Scholarship.
Physics, General Science, Biology, and Chemistry Education majors in the College of Education and Professional Development
A graduate of a Cabell County High School (first priority)
A graduate of a Wayne County (WV) or Lawrence County (OH) High School (second priority)
Must be a junior during first year of award
Theodore 'Ted' Hundley III Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established a scholarship fund known as the Theodore "Ted" Hundley III Scholarship. Mr. Hundley received his Masters Degree in History from Marshall University in 1970. He was a master teacher; not only did he have a comprehensive knowledge of history, but he also had a genuine love for his subject and the ability to impart both his knowledge and his love of history to his students who remember him with respect and affection.
Any Social Studies Education majors in the College of Education and Professional Development
Plans to teach history
Dr. Steven Hunter Hatfield Memorial Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established a scholarship fund known as the Dr. Steven Hunter Hatfield Memorial Scholarship.
Any Secondary Education or MAT majors in the College of Education and Professional Development
First preference given to a student interesting in teaching mathematics
John Hunsley Memorial Scholarship
John Hunsley was diagnosed at age 3 with Cystic Fibrosis. He was an activist for CF awareness and a champion of people struggling with physical limitations. John's completion of his Master's program at Marshall was cut short by his need to seek full-time employment in order to secure health insurance. He would be proud to know that as a part of his enduring legacy, he was enabling others to complete their Master's in Counseling so they too could enrich the lives of others.
Graduate Student with a Major in Counseling in the College of Education and Professional Development
Mary James Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established a scholarship fund known as the Mary James Scholarship.
Southern West Virginia
Plans to teach in southern West Virginia
Virginia H. Keys Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established a scholarship fund known as the Virginia H. Keys Scholarship in July 1989.
First priority given to West Virginia residents and entering freshmen.
Virginia D. Kirkwood
Virginia Kirkwood grew up in Huntington, West Virginia. Attending Marshall College was never a question, as it was in her hometown and considered a very good school. In 1954, Virginia earned her BS with a major in Home Economics and a minor in Science. A happy 30-year career teaching in Ohio public schools followed. Returning to Huntington, it is Virginia's privilege to financially assist a student majoring in teaching education.
Any undergraduate Education major in the College of Education and Professional Development
Recipient has financial need per standards of the Office of Student Financial Assistance
Jonathan Y. & Roberta B. Lowe Family Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established a scholarship fund known as the Jonathan Y. and Roberta B. Lowe Family Scholarship. This scholarship was established by David and Sharon Lowe in honor of David's parents, who dedicated their lives to the education of young people. Jonathan and Roberta also spent much of their lives unselfishly serving their community through participation and leadership in many church and civic activities.
Jonathan Y. Lowe, graduated from Marshall College in 1930 with a Bachelor of Arts from the College of Education and received a Master of Arts degree from Columbia University in 1936. Mr. Lowe taught math for several years before becoming a principal. Her served at both Milton High and Beverly Hills Middle in Cabell County, West Virginia.
Roberta B. Lowe taught in a one room, six grade rural school before becoming a teacher at the Cabell County Youth Center in Ona, West Virginia, a center for delinquent boys.
David and Sharon's daughter, Heather Lowe, graduated from Marshall University in 1988 with a Bachelors of Science from the Lewis College of Business.
Demonstrates leadership in church, community, or other appropriate organizations
Junior or Senior
Philip and Jean Modlin Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established a scholarship fund known as The Philip and Jean Modlin Scholarship. Philip and Jean are graduates of Marshall University, both holding bachelors and masters' degrees. Philip earned his bachelors' degree from the College of Education (Teachers College) and Masters' from the College of Arts and Sciences. Both of Jean's degrees were obtained from the College of Education. Jean retired in 1995, after working approximately 30 years in public schools as a Music Education Specialist and elementary education teacher, mostly in Cabell County Schools (Guyandotte, Meadows, and Spring Hill Elementarys). Philip retired as a professor in the Biology Department after 38 years of service and was granted the title Faculty Emeritus.
Any Music or Biology Education major in the College of Education and Professional Development
Harold Timothy Murphy Memorial Scholarship
Dr. Murphy was a professor at Marshall University who taught Spanish and served as chair of the Modern Language Department until he retired in May 1997.
Any Spanish Education major in the College of Education and Professional Development
Wilbur E. Myers Memorial Scholarship for Remedial H.E.L.P
Wilbur E. Myers was a dedicated advocate of the H.E.L.P Program. He was instrumental in the erection of the original section of the Wilbur E. Myers Hall in 1992 as well as the addition in 2000. He was very concerned that students enrolled in H.E.L.P would graduate from Marshall University lacking adequate skills, thus preventing them from functioning as successful professional people. This scholarship, we believe, will be exactly what Wilber E. Myers would have selected as his memorial if he was given the choice.
Must be a part of the H.E.L.P program
Gene McKee Memorial Scholarship
Selba E. "Gene" McKee was a lifelong resident of South Point, OH and was actively involved in the church, education and business communities. As a realtor, he owned Gene McKee Realty offices in Huntington and South Point. In addition, he pastored several local churches. He served more than twenty years on the South Point Board of Education where he strived to improve education for South Point Students. Because of his dedication to education, the staff of the South Point Local School District have joined with Gene's family and friends to establish the scholarship as a lasting tribute to his memory.
Any Pre-education major in the College of Education and Professional Development
Attended South Point High School in South Point, Ohio
Must have at least a 21 ACT score
Dr. Richard Negangard Future Teachers Scholarship
There shall be established in the Marshall University Foundation, Inc., a fund known as The Dr. Richard Negangard Future Teacher's Scholarship.
Member of a community organization
Participation in a non-athletic extra curricular activity
Participation in athletics
Employed during school
Graduate of Ironton High School (Ironton, OH); St. Joseph High School (Ironton, OH); or Lawrenceburg High School (Lawrenceburg, IN)
Margaret Pace Scholarship
The Pace Family Foundation Inc. has established with The Marshall University Foundation Inc. an endowed fund known as the Margaret Pace Scholarship.
First preference to Mercer County (WV) residents
Second preference to McDowell, Monroe, Summers, Wyoming, Raleigh and Greenbrier county (WV) residents
E. Joann Price Memorial Scholarship
Ms. Price was a Huntington native who graduated from Huntington East High School and Marshall University with a degree in Education. She was president of Price Limited, Inc. at the time of her death in 1998.
Sophomore status or higher
Martilu Puthoff Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established an endowed fund known as the Martilu Puthoff Scholarship.
Anne M. Shuff Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established a fund known as the Anne M. Shuff Scholarship.
Any Masters in Education major in the College of Education and Professional Development
Second preference goes to students who are residents of Cabell or Wayne counties in West Virginia or the metro counties of Ohio and Kentucky (Gallia, Jackson, Lawrence, Meigs, Pike or Scioto counties in Ohio and Boyd, Carter, Elliot, Floyd, Greenup, Johnson, Lawrence, Martin and Pike counties in Kentucky).
Third preference goes to students who are residents of Kanawha or the bordering counties of Kanawha in West Virginia (Jackson, Roane, Clay, Nicholas, Fayette, Raleigh, Boone, Lincoln, or Putnam).
First preference given to a student who teaches or has taught Physical Education or Art classes
Helen Triolo Memorial Endowed Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established a fund known as the Helen Tiolo Memorial Endowed Scholarship, with an initial gift of $50,000, to provide scholarship aid for students of high moral character, academic excellence and leadership promise, who without such aid would not be able to pursue a college education.
Any Undergraduate College of Education Major in the College of Education and Professional Development
Recipient has financial need per standards if the Office of Student Financial Assistance
Carole A. Vickers Scholarship
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. has established a fund known as the Carole A. Vickers Scholarship. Dr. Vickers, B.A. '55 and M.A. '60, served at Marshall University as Dean of College of Education from 1988 to 1995, and as a professor from 1966 to 1998.
First preference given to residents of West Virginia and the metro areas in Ohio and Kentucky
William Eugene Watson Scholarship
There shall be established in The Marshall University Foundation, Inc., a fund known as the William Eugene Watson Scholarship.
Fred Wilkerson Memorial Scholarship
There shall be established in The Marshall University Foundation, Inc. an endowed fund known as the Fred Wilkerson Memorial Scholarship.
Price Williams Scholarship Fund
Focus on campus leadership and community involvement
A minimum of 90 hours (senior) must be completed
Dallas and Novella Woodrum Scholarship
There shall be established in The Marshall University Foundation Inc. an endowed fund known as the Dallas and Novella Woodrum Scholarship.
1 year (2 semesters) for juniors