WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
Scholarships for Incoming Freshmen/Transfer or
Currently Enrolled WIU Students:
Materials submitted should include:
1. Completed application form
(must be completed online—handwritten applications will not be considered).
2. Letter(s) of Recommendation Form(s) attesting to the quality of the applicant's academic performance and promise as an
educator, as specified. Form(s) are provided with online application.
3. Transfers and currently enrolled students, must provide most current transcript
4. Please read the description of each scholarship to determine if additional materials are required.
Applications are due ON OR BEFORE APRIL 1 and should be forwarded to the Chair of the Scholarship Committee, Department
of Curriculum and Instruction, 40 Horrabin Hall , Western Illinois University, 1 University Circle, Macomb, IL 61455.
SELECTION: The recipients will be selected by the Curriculum and Instruction Department Scholarship Committee with its
recommendations provided to the Chairperson of the Department. Recipients will be announced in the spring and awarded at the
WIU Foundation Scholars' Recognition Ceremony in the fall.
AVAILABLE SCHOLARSHIPS AND CRITERIA:
Ralph & Gladys Anderson Scholarship for African Americans (for currently enrolled & transfer students)
− African American Student
− Curriculum & Instruction major pursuing the Elementary Education option at WIU.
− Completed 60 semester hours by the conclusion of the spring semester prior to the fall award.
− Minimum cumulative GPA 3.0
Ralph & Gladys Anderson Scholarship for Elementary Education (for currently enrolled & transfer students)
− Curriculum & Instruction major pursuing the Elementary Education option at WIU.
− Completed 60 semester hours by the conclusion of the spring semester prior to the fall award.
− Minimum cumulative GPA 3.0
Ralph & Gladys Anderson Scholarship for Mercer County High School Student (for currently enrolled & transfer students)
− Graduate of Mercer County (Illinois) High School.
− Curriculum & Instruction major pursuing the Elementary Education option at WIU.
− Completed 60 semester hours by the conclusion of the spring semester prior to the fall award.
− Minimum cumulative GPA 3.0.
Ralph & Gladys Anderson Scholarship for Rock Island County High School Student (for currently enrolled & transfer
students)
− Curriculum & Instruction major pursuing the Elementary Education option at WIU.
− Completed 60 semester hours by the conclusion of the spring semester prior to the fall award.
− Minimum cumulative GPA 3.0 (includes transfer GPA for new transfers).
− First preference given to a graduate of Rock Island Illinois High School.
− Second preference given to a high school graduate from a county surrounding Rock Island High School.
Ralph & Gladys Anderson Scholarship for Sherrard Students (for currently enrolled & transfer students)
− First preference to an African American student attending WIU with a 3.0 GPA or better with junior class status majoring in
Special Education or Elementary Education who graduated from Sherrard High School,
− Second preference to any minority student attending WIU with junior class status majoring in Elementary Education or
Special Education with a 3.0 GPA or better (includes transfer GPA for new transfers) who graduated from Sherrard High
School.
− Third preference to any student attending WIU with junior class status majoring in Elementary Education or Special
Education with a 3.0 GPA or better from Sherrard High School.
− Fourth preference to any student attending WIU with junior class status majoring in Elementary Education or Special
Education with a 3.0 GPA or better from a county surrounding Sherrard High School.
John B. Beaver Scholarship(currently enrolled and transfer students)
− Junior Status
− Majoring in Elementary Education or Early childhood education
− Minimum 3.5 GPA overall
− Minimum 3.75 GPA in the major
− Financial can be a consideration in awarding the scholarship.
− Evidence of involvement in education related professional activities such as tutoring, work with youth group~
membership and participation in education related professional organizations, and participation in education related
workshops, especially leadership roles will be considered in awarding the scholarship.
− Additional consideration may be given to the student that has indicated an interest in or strong record in science. Courses taken
in science and an interest in teaching elementary science, although not a major criterion should be considered in the final
selection of the scholarship recipient
Helen L. Buckley Scholarship in Elementary Education (up to $1,000 per year)
Preference will be given to applicants from Bureau County. The applicant must provide a letter of application and two letters of
recommendation, one from a former teacher and one from a friend of the family; and
− be a freshman or sophomore majoring in Elementary Education with either the elementary or early childhood option;
− have a grade point average of 3.6 or better; and
− rank in the top 10% of his/her graduating class.
Jessie Ferne Routh Grice Scholarship (up to $300 per year)
The applicant must provide two letters of recommendation--if a freshman, one must be from a high school teacher; and
− be an incoming freshman, an incoming transfer student, or a currently enrolled student classified as a freshman, sophomore,
junior or senior;
− plan to teach at the elementary level;
− if a freshman, be in the upper 25% of his/her class and have an ACT composite score of 25 or higher, and provide a high school
transcript indicating class rank and total ACT;
− if a transfer or currently enrolled student, have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and provide most current transcript;
− be enrolled for a minimum of 12 semester hours; and
− to be eligible for annual renewal, maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher and reapply for each year of renewal; renewal will not
exceed four years of continuous enrollment.
Wrenn R. & Evelyn Grice Scholarship ($750; subject to change)
The student must provide two (2) letters of recommendation for the scholarship with the application, with at least one from a former
teacher or current employer. Must submit a high school transcript indicating class rank and total ACT (incoming freshmen) , or current
transcript (current student).
− Incoming high school graduate in the upper 25% of his/her class and have an ACT composite score of 25 or higher, or be
currently enrolled having a GPA of 3.0 or higher
− Must be a resident of Fulton or Knox counties
− Must plan to teach at the elementary or secondary level
Carol J. Grice Major Scholarship (up to up $300 per year)
Applicants whose education was interrupted and are now returning to complete degree requirements and transfer students are
especially encouraged to apply. The applicant must provide two letters of recommendation, with at least one from a former teacher
or current employer; and
− be an incoming freshman, an incoming transfer student, or a currently enrolled student classified as a freshman, sophomore,
junior or senior;
− plan to teach at the elementary level;
− if a freshman, be in the upper 25% of his/her class and have an ACT composite score of 25 or higher;
− if a transfer or currently enrolled student, have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, and provide most current transcript;
− be enrolled for a minimum of 6 semester hours; and
− to be eligible for renewal, maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and reapply for each year of renewal; renewal will not
exceed four years of continuous enrollment.
Leanne L. Grice Porch Scholarship (up to $300 per year).
Applicants with home schooling are especially encouraged to apply. The applicant must provide two letters of recommendation; if
freshman, one must be from a high school teacher; and
− be an incoming freshman, an incoming transfer student, or a currently enrolled student classified as a freshman, sophomore,
junior or senior;
− plan to teach at the elementary level;
− if a freshman, be in the upper 25% of his/her class and have an ACT composite score of 25 or higher, and provide a high school
transcript indicating class rank and total ACT;
− if a transfer student or currently enrolled student, have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, and provide most current transcript;
− be enrolled for a minimum of 12 semester hours; and
− to be eligible for renewal, maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher and reapply for each year of renewal; renewal will not exceed four
years of continuous enrollment.
Mary L. Hinman Memorial Scholarship ($1,000; currently enrolled & transfer students only)
The applicant also must write an essay explaining why he/she wants to be a teacher and how the scholarship will help his/her
education. The student must provide three (3) letters of recommendation for the scholarship with the application.
− be a sophomore, junior, or senior majoring in Elementary Education;
− have a grade point average of 3.0 or better.
Mary Luman Shortness Scholarship
− Majoring in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction pursing the Elementary Education option
− Completed 60 semester hours by the conclusion of the spring semester
− Minimum grade point average of 3.0
− Demonstrated financial need (the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) may be used to determine financial
need)
− Letters of Reference from two faculty members
Thomas G. Oakson Memorial ($1,000)
The student must provide three (3) letters of recommendation for the scholarship with the application. The applicant
an essay explaining why he/she wants to be a teacher and how the scholarship will help his/her education.
also must write
− be a sophomore, junior, or senior majoring in Elementary Education;
− be from Lake or Macon county in Illinois;
− have a grade point average of 3.0 or better.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING ONLINE APPLICATION:
This application is set up in Microsoft WORD format. Enter appropriate information in text box provided. Use TAB or mouse to
move from text box to text box. The size of the text box determines the amount of information that can be included. If more space is
needed, you will need to reduce the font size to accommodate the additional information.
If you do not have access to Microsoft WORD, you may print off this application and type in the required information. Handwritten
applications will not be considered.
Be sure to Save and Print the application upon completion. Mail or submit completed application and other required documentation to
the address indicated on the application.
The Letters of Recommendation form(s) are to be given to the person(s) you have selected to provide the evaluation. Be sure you
enter your name and social security number at the top of the form and check the scholarships for which you are applying. Completed
evaluations are to be sent to the address on the bottom of the form.
WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
Scholarships for Incoming Freshmen/Transfer or
Currently Enrolled WIU Students:
RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION AND LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION ON OR
BEFORE APRIL 1 TO: Chair, Scholarship Committee, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Horrabin
Hall 40, Western Illinois University, 1 University Circle, Macomb, IL 61455. Complete the application below
by filling in the text boxes. (Handwritten applications will not be considered)
PART I: TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT: By completing this application you will be considered for all
scholarships listed below for which you meet criteria.
Anderson-minorities
John B. Beaver
Leanne L. Grice Porch
Anderson-ELED
Helen Buckley
Mary L. Hinman
Anderson-Mercer
Jessie Ferne Routh Grice
Mary Luman Shortness
Anderson-Rock Island
Wrenn Grice
Thomas G. Oakson
Anderson-Sherrard
Carol J. Grice Major
Full Name
WIU ID#
Local Address
Phone Number
Home Address
County
High School Attended/City/State
Major: Elementary Education
Early Childhood
For Freshmen: Composite ACT
Date of WIU enrollment:
High School Class Rank
(percentile)
TO BE COMPLETED BY GUIDANCE OFFICE OR SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR: I verify that the
ACT, Class Rank, and GPA are correct.
Name (please print) / Title / School
Signature
For Transfers: List College(s) Attended (attach transcript): GPA
For Currently Enrolled (attach transcript):
Letters of Recommendation prepared by:
GPA
Semester Hours Earned
Semester Hours Earned
1.
Name
Title
Name
Title
2.
TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT:
1. Awards and honors received in high school or college:
2. Civic, community, or school related extra-curricular activities.
3. Please give evidence of financial need.
4. Please use the space below, or additional page if necessary, to explain why you are applying for a scholarship.
Include your reasons for considering education as a profession.
5. List any other scholarships/financial aid which you will receive or have applied for.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: ON OR BEFORE APRIL 1
WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
Scholarships for Incoming Freshmen/Transfer or
Currently Enrolled WIU Students:
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT:
Full Name
WIU ID#
Applicants will be considered for all scholarships listed below for which they meet the criteria
Anderson-minorities
Anderson-ELED
Anderson-Mercer
Anderson-Rock Island
Anderson-Sherrard
John B. Beaver
Helen Buckley
Jessie Ferne Routh Grice
Wrenn Grice
Carol J. Grice Major
Leanne L. Grice Porch
Mary L. Hinman
Mary Luman Shortness
Thomas G. Oakson
TO BE COMPLETED BY Person Making the Recommendation: In relation to individuals of
comparable training and experience in your program, rate this student using the following criteria:
Above Average
Average
Below Average
Intellectual Ability
9 8 7
6 5 4
3 2 1
Ability in Oral Expression
9 8 7
6 5 4
3 2 1
Ability in Written Expression
9 8 7
6 5 4
3 2 1
Perseverance
9 8 7
6 5 4
3 2 1
Emotional Maturity
9 8 7
6 5 4
3 2 1
Potential as a Teacher
9 8 7
6 5 4
3 2 1
Motivation for Program of Study
9 8 7
6 5 4
3 2 1
Please rate his/her overall potential (promise for success in the teaching profession):
Upper 5%
Upper 10%
Upper 15%
Upper 20%
Comments (attach additional page if needed):
Evaluator's Name:
Title:
(please print)
Signature:
Date:
PLEASE FORWARD TO: Chair, Scholarship Committee, Department of Curriculum and Instruction,
Horrabin Hall 40, Western Illinois University, 1 University Circle, Macomb, IL 61455.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: ON OR BEFORE APRIL 1
WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
Scholarships for Incoming Freshmen/Transfer or
Currently Enrolled WIU Students:
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT:
Full Name
WIU ID#
Applicants will be considered for all scholarships listed below for which they meet the criteria
Anderson-minorities
Anderson-ELED
Anderson-Mercer
Anderson-Rock Island
Anderson-Sherrard
John B. Beaver
Helen Buckley
Jessie Ferne Routh Grice
Wrenn Grice
Carol J. Grice Major
Leanne L. Grice Porch
Mary L. Hinman
Mary Luman Shortness
Thomas G. Oakson
TO BE COMPLETED BY Person Making the Recommendation: In relation to individuals of
comparable training and experience in your program, rate this student using the following criteria:
Above Average
Average
Below Average
Intellectual Ability
9 8 7
6 5 4
3 2 1
Ability in Oral Expression
9 8 7
6 5 4
3 2 1
Ability in Written Expression
9 8 7
6 5 4
3 2 1
Perseverance
9 8 7
6 5 4
3 2 1
Emotional Maturity
9 8 7
6 5 4
3 2 1
Potential as a Teacher
9 8 7
6 5 4
3 2 1
Motivation for Program of Study
9 8 7
6 5 4
3 2 1
Please rate his/her overall potential (promise for success in the teaching profession):
Upper 5%
Upper 10%
Upper 15%
Upper 20%
Comments (attach additional page if needed):
Evaluator's Name:
Title:
(please print)
Signature:
Date:
PLEASE FORWARD TO: Chair, Scholarship Committee, Department of Curriculum and Instruction,
Horrabin Hall 40, Western Illinois University, 1 University Circle, Macomb, IL 61455.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: ON OR BEFORE APRIL 1
WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
Scholarships for Incoming Freshmen/Transfer or
Currently Enrolled WIU Students:
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT:
Full Name
WIU ID#
Applicants will be considered for all scholarships listed below for which they meet the criteria
Anderson-minorities
Anderson-ELED
Anderson-Mercer
Anderson-Rock Island
Anderson-Sherrard
John B. Beaver
Helen Buckley
Jessie Ferne Routh Grice
Wrenn Grice
Carol J. Grice Major
Leanne L. Grice Porch
Mary L. Hinman
Mary Luman Shortness
Thomas G. Oakson
TO BE COMPLETED BY Person Making the Recommendation: In relation to individuals of
comparable training and experience in your program, rate this student using the following criteria:
Above Average
Average
Below Average
Intellectual Ability
9 8 7
6 5 4
3 2 1
Ability in Oral Expression
9 8 7
6 5 4
3 2 1
Ability in Written Expression
9 8 7
6 5 4
3 2 1
Perseverance
9 8 7
6 5 4
3 2 1
Emotional Maturity
9 8 7
6 5 4
3 2 1
Potential as a Teacher
9 8 7
6 5 4
3 2 1
Motivation for Program of Study
9 8 7
6 5 4
3 2 1
Please rate his/her overall potential (promise for success in the teaching profession):
Upper 5%
Upper 10%
Upper 15%
Upper 20%
Comments (attach additional page if needed):
Evaluator's Name:
Title:
(please print)
Signature:
Date:
PLEASE FORWARD TO: Chair, Scholarship Committee, Department of Curriculum and Instruction,
Horrabin Hall 40, Western Illinois University, 1 University Circle, Macomb, IL 61455.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: ON OR BEFORE APRIL 1
Western Illinois University
Curriculum and Instruction Department
Curriculum and Instruction Scholarship Application
Financial Need Confirmation
Full Name:
WIU Student ID Number:
Part II: To be completed by Financial Aid Advisor
Student has completed FAFSA for the next academic year: Yes
No
Student’s unmet need is $___________ (not including loans)
Student’s financial aid is pending ___________
Financial Aid Advisor’s Signature: _________________________
C&I Office Use Only:
Financial Need Confirmed ________
Cumulative GPA ________
Major GPA ________
Application Complete: Part I ___ Part II ___
Application Letter ________
Reference Letter(s) ________
Transcript(s) ________ (if required)
Full Acceptance to TEP Confirmed ________ (if
required)
Curriculum & Instruction Scholarship Committee
Western Illinois University
1 University Circle
Horrabin Hall 40
Macomb IL 61455
Date: ___________