Jeffrey J. Bayer Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established in memory of Jeffrey J. Bayer by his family and friends. Professor Bayer achieved great stature as an educator, artist, and colleague at the UAH. This scholarship is awarded to one or more full-time students, excluding entering freshmen, with preference given to students who major in Art and Art History with an art studio emphasis, maintain a GPA of at least 3.0; and demonstrate artistic excellence in a body of work displayed at the annual student spring art exhibition sponsored by the Art and Art History Department.

Lella C. and Frank H. Bromberg, Jr. Scholarship

This scholarship honors Frank H. Bromberg, Jr., a University of Alabama Trustee, and his wife, Lella Bromberg. It is awarded to students enrolled in the College of Liberal Arts, with preference to those majoring in art. The award is based on academic merit.

Evans Best of Show Art Scholarship

Dr. Dorla Evans and Mr. Steven Evans established this scholarship to benefit the student who wins the 'Best of Show' award at the UAH annual Student Art Exhibition, sponsored by the faculty of the Art Department.

Suzanne, Kay, and Gregory Ford Memorial Scholarship

Established by UAH alumna Melissa Ford Thornton, '84, in memory of her mother, grandmother, and brother, this scholarship benefits full-time students enrolled in the College of Liberal Arts who have scored at least 30 on the English portion of their ACT examination.

Kathryn L. Harris Women's Studies Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to one or more undergraduate students who have declared a minor in Women's Studies, and is based on a combination of academic merit, community or school involvement, with additional consideration given to students with demonstrated financial need. Recipients shall maintain a minimum GPA of at least 2.5.

Dr. Daniel G. Hays Memorial Scholarship

Established in memory of Dr. Daniel G. Hays, former Associate Professor of Psychology at UAH, this scholarship is awarded to both graduate and undergraduate students enrolled in the College of Liberal Arts who require financial assistance. Students must have earned a high school diploma or college degree with demonstrated leadership potential, along with participation in community and professional activities, which may include the field of psychology.

John S. Hendricks Scholarship

UAH alumnus John Hendricks, '74, CEO of Discovery Communications, established this scholarship to benefit undergraduate students enrolled in the College of Liberal Arts majoring in history. The award is based on academic merit.

Heritage Junior Woman's Club Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the Heritage Junior Woman's Club of Huntsville with additional generous contributions from John S. Hendricks. The scholarship is awarded to one or more full-time undergraduate and/or graduate students majoring in history, and is based on academic merit, citizenship, and leadership. Priority consideration is given to female students.

Robert E. James Scholarship

This scholarship was established to honor Dr. Robert E. James for the many years of service that he devoted to students and the university community as depart - ment chair of psychology and associate professor of communication arts. The scholarship is awarded to one or more full-time students who are majoring in psychology or communication arts, and is based on academic merit, citizenship, and leadership.

Music Faculty Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to one or more full-time undergraduate students majoring in Music. The scholarship is awarded based on demonstrated music ability, academic merit, leadership potential, and financial need.

Felix L. Newman Scholarship

Established by Felix Newman, a devoted and supportive friend to UAH, this scholarship is awarded to juniors or seniors enrolled in the College of Liberal Arts and is based on academic merit. A second scholarship can be awarded to a junior or senior in any area of study.

John Carl Powell Memorial Scholarship

The John Carl Powell Memorial Scholarship was created by his wife, Laurel Brown, in memory of John who was a UAH alumnus, '83. This scholarship is awarded to students who are sophomores or above, enrolled in the College of Liberal Arts, and is based on academic merit and the need for financial assistance. Preference is given to those majoring in history, political science, or English.

Frances Cabaniss Roberts Scholarship

Established initially by the History Department to honor the many contributions of Dr. Roberts, a professor who devoted 29 years of unreserved and dedicated service to the university dating from the time of its inception. It is available to full-time junior or senior students with preference given to history majors. The award is based on academic merit, and the award period is one year.

Gerald and Verna Smith Memorial Scholarship

Established as a memorial to Gerald and Verna Smith, this scholarship benefits students enrolled in the College of Liberal Arts, majoring in music, who demonstrate musical promise, with preference to non-string performers. The award is based on academic merit. Recipients may change their major without jeopardizing the scholarship, with the caveat that he/she must maintain active participation inthe music program (as determined by the department).

Spanish Club of Huntsville Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the Spanish Club of Huntsville. The scholarship is awarded to one or more undergraduate students of which at least one shall be majoring in Spanish. Scholarship awards are based on academic merit, with evidence of contributions to school and community, and financial need. To the extent allowed by law, priority of consideration is given to students of Hispanic heritage.

Ilse and Bernhard Tessmann Foreign Languages Scholarship

Prior to his death, Mr. Bernhard Tessmann, an original member of the Dr. Wernher von Braun rocket team, established this scholarship for juniors or seniors majoring in foreign language. Preference is given to students majoring in German, and the award is based on citizenship and evidence of contributions to school and community, and with demonstrated financial need. A one year scholarship only, recipients may re-apply for consideration along with other applicants who meet the requirements.

John F. Walsh Scholarship

This scholarship was established through a generous bequest by the late John F. Walsh. The scholarship is awarded to one or more full-time students who have graduated from Madison County High School in Gurley, Alabama and who are pursuing careers in teaching. The award is based on citizenship, leadership, and demonstrated financial need.

David Lee Wells Memorial Scholarship

The David Lee Wells Memorial Scholarship was established by family members following the untimely death of David, who had aspirations of becoming a professional musician. It is awarded to students who have demonstrated leadership potential in the music field through participation in professional or community activities and personal accomplishments, and who require financial assistance.

Irene Wright Scholarship

Established by former UAH President Dr. John C. Wright, and his wife, Margaret "Mac" Wright, in honor of his mother, this scholarship benefits students who are enrolled in the College of Liberal Arts. It is based on academic merit, with preference given to those majoring in education.

Kelly Zettle Memorial Scholarship

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Zettle established this scholarship in memory of their daughter, Jacqueline Kelly Zettle, a former violin student at UAH. It is awarded to students enrolled in the College of Liberal Arts who are majoring in music and require financial assistance.

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