Fairfield County Foundation

2013 SCHOLARSHIPS

LANCASTER ROTARY SCHOLARSHIPS

DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013

Eva G. Eyman Scholarship / Eva Eyman was a teacher who received her degree in mid-life. She was an astute investor who regularly worked long hours and was frugal in her life style. Preference is given to students whose families indicate financial need. Applicants must be a resident of Fairfield County and be planning to attend an Ohio University campus for undergraduate studies. Scholarship awards for post-graduate study outside the state of Ohio will be considered. Recipient must maintain an overall GPA of 2.7 or higher and a GPA of 3.2 in designated major area. DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
Bess H. Floyd Cultural Arts Scholarship / Bess H. Floyd established a fund in 1995 to provide scholarships to enhance excellence in music and cultural arts in Lancaster and Fairfield County. Eligible applicants should have exhibited a preference for and an interest in the cultural arts by the applicant’s high school activities. Must be resident of Fairfield County. Application essay should include information about art courses taken, specific areas of interest in the field of fine arts and honors received in art. Applicants will be required in the screening process to present examples of accomplishments in the cultural arts; a portfolio would be most helpful. DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
Bess H. Floyd Music Scholarship / Bess H. Floyd established a fund in 1991 to provide scholarships to enhance excellence in music and the cultural arts in Lancaster and Fairfield County. Eligible applicants must be a resident of Fairfield County and should have exhibited a preference for and an interest in music arts by the applicant’s high school activities. Application essay should include information about music courses taken, specific areas of interest in the field of music arts and honors received. Applicants will be required in the screening process to present examples of accomplishments in music; a portfolio would be most helpful.
DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
Jerry Floyd Memorial Scholarship / Bess H. Floyd, wishing to perpetuate the memory of her son, Jerry Floyd, established scholarships for the recognition and furtherance of excellence in architecture, landscape design and interior design. Must be a resident of Fairfield County. One letter of recommendation must be from a professional practitioner in your area of interest.
DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
Dr. Phil Floyd Dentistry Scholarship / In 1991 Bess H. Floyd established a scholarship in honor of her husband, Dr. Phil Floyd, to provide for the recognition and furtherance of excellence in the field of dentistry, including dental hygiene. One letter of recommendation must be from a professional practitioner in your area of interest. Must be a resident of Fairfield County. DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
Fannie M. Howe Nursing Scholarship / This fund was created to honor Fannie M. Howe. She was the “original” visiting nurse in Lancaster during the 1930s, 40s, and 50s. She walked all over the city carrying chicken soup and other needed items to the house bound and ill. It was her personal ministry for which she received no compensation. Everyone knew and respected her and at her death, money was given as a memoriam in her honor. Applicants must be a graduate of a Fairfield County high school and pursuing a career in Nursing.
DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
Lancaster Rotary Club Scholarship / This scholarship was established in 2004 to make a lasting and significant contribution to students graduating from a Fairfield County High School.
DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
Dr. Paul & Mary Magnuson Scholarship / Funds bequeathed by the late Dr. Paul Magnuson have created an endowment for scholarships in Medicine, Dentistry, Optometry and Nursing. Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis to students enrolled in a program leading to a professional degree. Factors, which may be evaluated, include: academic record, financial need, the applicant’s individual situation and activities. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and be a graduate of a Fairfield County high school. DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
The Nauman Sampson Wittenberg
Scholarship / For the purpose of providing educational scholarships for students who have graduated from a high school in Fairfield County and is, or will be, attending Wittenberg University.
DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
Donald I. Rodenbaugh Engineering Scholarship / Mr. Rodenbaugh, a Rotarian for 30 years, graduated in 1932 from Carnegie Institute of Technology (Carnegie Mellon) in Mechanical Engineering. The majority of his working career was spent as a glass furnace engineer who obtained several patents on processes related to the manufacturing of glass products. Mr. Rodenbaugh’s family has established a Charitable Lead Trust to provide scholarships for students enrolled in a College of Engineering at a state-supported university in Ohio. Recipient must be enrolled as a full time student in a College of Engineering at a state supported school in Ohio and must maintain an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Must be a graduate of a Fairfield County high school. If you are a renewing applicant you do not need to provide financial records, personal statement or letters of recommendation. DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
George Sakas Memorial Scholarship / Graduates of a Fairfield or Perry County high school are eligible to apply for this engineering scholarship honoring Mr. Sakas, a successful businessman from Baltimore. Preference will be given to biological or legally adopted dependents of Sakas, Inc. employees. The selection decision may be weighted toward those who plan to major at a college or university in the state of Ohio but shall not exclude out of state colleges. A Certified Technical College or University shall be given special consideration.
DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
Jacob Sims Scholarship / This scholarship was established in 1967 as a memorial to the late Jake Sims, a prominent Lancaster native and Rotarian. This scholarship is for High School Seniors who plan to attend Ohio University-Lancaster their freshman year and are a graduate of a Fairfield County high school. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
Willard "Fuzz" Smith Scholarship / This Ohio University-Lancaster scholarship was established in 1998 and was designed for the non-traditional student who may have attended college and dropped out or for the mature student who now realizes he/she needs post-high school education to succeed in life. Recipients are determined on the basis of: desire to achieve a degree, reason for returning to college, career goals, number of years of residency in Fairfield County and financial need. Recipient must be enrolled in 2 courses or a minimum of 6 credit hours per quarter. It is not necessary to be a graduate of a Fairfield County high school.
DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
Clarence and Edna Steenrod Scholarship / Dr. Clarence Steenrod’s widow established this fund to recognize the work of her husband who was a distinguished and long-time optometrist in Lancaster. Applicants should have already completed an undergraduate degree and should be starting Optometry school. Must be resident of Fairfield County.
DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
James & Viola Wayland Accounting & Computer Science Scholarship / Funds bequeathed by the late James and Viola Wayland have created an endowment for scholarships in accounting or computer science. James Wayland was a CPA who regularly worked 12-hour days and was very frugal in his lifestyle. He and his wife Viola were greatly influenced by having lived through the Great Depression of the 1930’s. Recipient must maintain an overall GPA of 2.7 or higher and a GPA of 3.2 in designated major area of accounting or computer science. Must be resident of Fairfield County.
DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
James & Viola Wayland Students Choice Scholarship / Funds bequeathed by the late James & Viola Wayland have created an endowment for scholarships in a field of study that the student may choose. James Wayland was a CPA who regularly worked 12-hour days and was very frugal in his lifestyle. He and his wife Viola were greatly influenced by having lived through the Great Depression of the 1930’s. Recipient must maintain an overall GPA of 2.7 or higher and a GPA of 3.2 in designated major area. Must be resident of Fairfield County.
DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
Mindi Wendel Memorial Scholarship / Don C. and Renee Wendel, Jr. established this fund in 1978 as a memorial to their daughter, Mindi, who was artistically talented. Eligible applicants must be a graduate of a Fairfield County high school and should have exhibited a preference for and an interest in the visual arts by the applicant’s high school activities. Application essay should include information about art courses taken, specific areas of interest in the field of fine arts and honors received in art. Applicants will be required in the screening process to present examples of accomplishments in the visual arts in the form of paintings, sculpture, etc. A portfolio would be most helpful.
DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013

Fairfield County Foundation

2013 SCHOLARSHIPS

Matthew W. Acton Memorial Golf Scholarship / This fund was established in memory of Matthew Acton to provide scholarships for a senior golf athlete of any Fairfield County high school, Canal Winchester High School, Circleville High School, Logan Elm High School or Teays Valley High School. This scholarship is for any accredited college, vocational or technical school.
DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
Robert E. and Marion A. Carr Scholarship / Mr. & Mrs. Carr established this scholarship in 2003 for students pursuing a degree in the study of Nursing and/or Teaching/Education. The recipients must be a resident of Fairfield County. This award may be for a four or two year accredited college. Scholarship may be awarded up to four consecutive years; however recipient must reapply each year.
DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
Molly Ann Clark Memorial / For the purpose of providing educational scholarships for students meeting the criteria described below:
1. Past participants (racers) of the Lancaster Soap Box Derby, past derby queens or have had a family that either volunteered or served on the board of directors of the Lancaster Soap Box Derby. (List their names and what year they participated or volunteered).
2. Applicants must be between the ages of 17-21
3. Applicants must be from Fairfield, Perry, Pickaway, Hocking, Licking, Athens or Muskingum counties
4. Must demonstrate an interest in community service and volunteerism
5. Applicants meeting the above criteria will be given preference in determining recipients, or a student seeking a degree in substance abuse education may be accepted every even year.
Scholarship may be awarded up to three consecutive years; however recipient must reapply each year.
DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
Charles C. and Barbara Claypool Scholarship / Established in 1997 to provide a scholarship fund that will make a lasting and significant contribution to certain students seeking educational opportunities in technical fields and especially engineering. Preference shall be given to children of Claypool Electric, Inc. employees and to students who plan on attending Ohio Northern University. Students must reside in Fairfield County (except for children of employees). Make sure to note which parent is employed by Claypool Electric, Inc.
DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
Christian Bible Fellowship Church Scholarship / This fund is to be used for youth ministers that need assistance to further their education in Christian ministry.
DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
Deputy Ethan Collins Scholarship / This scholarship was established in memory of Deputy Ethan Collins by family and friends. Scholarship recipients shall be a graduate of a Fairfield County high school. The scholarship award may be for an accredited school or academy in preparation for a career in Law Enforcement or continuing education in Law Enforcement. The award may be used to pay tuition or for the purchase of items/uniforms needed for course work. THIS SCHOLARSHIP USES A DIFFERENT APPLICATION. PLEASE CHECK WITH OUR OFFICE OR OUR WEBSITE.
DARE Scholarship / The DARE scholarship is for a graduating senior from Lancaster High School, William V. Fisher Catholic High School or Fairfield Christian Academy and is a graduate of the DARE Program. Students should attach their DARE graduation certificate. If they do not have the certificate they need to indicate the grade school they attended and the school officer’s name in their personal statement. Must have a 3.0 G.P.A.
DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
Davidson-Jaycees Community Service Scholarship / The Davidson-Jaycee Support Group established this scholarship with the purpose of providing scholarships to students of any Fairfield County high school who have demonstrated an interest in Community Service through volunteerism. Jaycees and relatives of current or former Jaycees will be given preference in determining recipients. If this applies to you, please provide the name and relationship. DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
Fairfield County Education Service Center Superintendents’ Scholarship / Established in 1999 recipients for the scholarship awards shall be selected by the C.O. Davis Memorial, Paul R. Cummins Memorial and Robert Kalish Committee. The recipients shall be graduates of Fairfield County Local High Schools, shall have attended Fairfield County Local High Schools all four years and have proven scholastic ability. The scholarship award may be made for a four or two year college. A certified technical college education shall also be given special consideration. THERE IS NO APPLICATION FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP. IT WILL BE AWARDED THROUGH THE SUPERINTENDENT’S OFFICE.
Lorelei Owen Gibbs Scholarship / This fund was established in 2012 for residents of Fairfield County pursuing a university degree in Elementary Education or Nursing.
DEADLINE MONDAY APRIL 1, 2013
Bud Goodman Memorial Scholarship / To be eligible for this scholarship recipients shall have exhibited a livestock project at the Fairfield County Fair for a minimum of three years and be a resident of Fairfield County. A minimum grade point of 2.5 is required. Please mention in your personal statement what you exhibited at the fair. The scholarship award may be made to a 4 year or 2 year college program or for an accredited vocational or technical school. Scholarship will pay for tuition and for the purchase of books, equipment or tools needed for course work.