2016 – 2017
EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
TEACHER EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPS
The office of Teacher Education is offering the following scholarships for the 2016 – 2017 academic year.
Interested applicants should fill out the Teacher Education Scholarship Application and send it to Dr. Mary
Bigler, 313 Porter, Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, MI 48197 by March 31, 2016. Applicants must
be currently enrolled with a minimum of 3.0 GPA (unless noted otherwise).
Gae E. Amorose Scholarship. The Gae E. Amorose Scholarship is for a full-time or part-time female
undergraduate education major who has been admitted to the elementary teacher preparation program
in the College of Education and has financial need as determined by the College of Education.
Bergoine/Annesser Scholarship. The Bergoine/Annesser Scholarship is for a female junior or senior
studying to become an elementary teacher. The student must have at least a 3.0 gpa and be earning at
least a portion of her college expenses.
Edith Calder Block Scholarship. The Edith Calder Block Scholarship is for a student studying early
elementary education.
Bess Browne Scholarship. The Bess Browne Scholarship is for an undergraduate elementary education
major who has financial need as determined by the College of Education.
Thomas C. and Nancy Chwalik Scholarship. The Thomas C. and Nancy Chwalik Scholarship is for a
male student studying to become an elementary teacher. Preference is given to a student from the
Wayne/Westland School District.
Wilma Gardner Elliot Scholarship. The Wilma Gardner Elliot Scholarship is for an undergraduate female
education major whose father is deceased. Preference is given to Lansing High School graduates majoring
in English or foreign language.
Eudora Estabrook Scholarship. The Eudora Estabrook Scholarship is for a prospective elementary
education teacher who has demonstrated a financial need as determined by the College of
Education.
Bernice Louise Farley Scholarship. The Bernice Louise Farley Scholarship is for an undergraduate
early education student who has at least a 2.5 grade point average.
Gwin E. Ferrington Scholarship. The Gwin E. Ferrington Scholarship is for a sophomore, junior, or senior
elementary or secondary education major who demonstrates financial need. The student must have a
minimum gpa of 3.0.
Furlotte Twins Scholarship. The Furlotte Twins Scholarship is for a junior or senior undergraduate student
who is enrolled in the elementary education program in the College of Education and exhibits promise,
creativity and academic conscientiousness. The student must have a minimum 3.0 gpa. Preference is
given to a twin.
Greasley-Mich Scholarship. The Greasley-Mich Scholarship is for a junior or senior undergraduate
student studying to become an elementary or secondary teacher.
Gustine Family Scholarship. The Gustine Family Scholarship is for a junior or senior undergraduate
student studying to become an elementary teacher who has financial need as determined by the College
of Education. The student must be a single parent and have at least a 2.0 grade point average.
Thomas Gwaltney Scholarship. The Thomas Gwaltney Scholarship is for a graduate student enrolled in
a Teacher Education program. The student must have a 3.25 minimum gpa from undergraduate studies.
Gerald J. Henry Scholarship. The Gerald Henry Scholarship is for an undergraduate elementary math
major with a minimum 3.2 gpa who has financial need as determined by the Office of Financial Aid.
Gail Ardis Hughes Elementary Education Scholarship. The Gail Ardis Hughes Elementary Education
Scholarship is for a student studying to become an elementary teacher who is in good academic
standing with at least a 2.0 grade point average. Preference is given to a student focusing on grades 13 with emphasis on reading and writing skills. Selection criteria may include the student’s ability with
young children and promise of leadership as discerned through class work.
Phyllis and Elsie Kalmbach Scholarship. The Phyllis and Elsie Kalmbach Scholarship is for a senior
elementary education major enrolled in the teacher education program in the College of Education and
who exhibits financial need.
Margaret R. Esche Lee Scholarship. The Margaret R. Esche Lee Scholarship is for a junior or senior
education major studying music or upper elementary education.
Mary Jane and Ed McEachern Scholarship. The Mary Jane and Ed McEachern Scholarship is for an
Ypsilanti High School graduate who is a junior or senior, pursuing an elementary teaching certificate,
who has at least a 2.7 overall grade point average, and who has at least a 3.0 grade point average in
their major.
Jean Taylor Lyman Scholarship. The Jean Taylor Lyman Scholarship is to support students enrolled
in Early Childhood Education undergraduate and graduate programs. Eligible students must be admitted
to and enrolled in either the Early Childhood Education bachelor’ s program or the Early Childhood
Education master’ s program. Undergraduate gpa must be at least a 3.5 and the graduate gpa must be
at least 3.7. Applicants must write a two-page essay on why they are pursuing a degree in Early
Childhood Education.
Kenneth and Hazel Olsen Scholarship. The Kenneth and Hazel Olsen Scholarship is awarded to a
freshperson in elementary education from Fowlerville or Howell area or Livingston County. There must be
a minimum gpa of 2.5. If the student meets all other criteria except gpa, the gpa requirement may be
waived.
Louisa Palmer Scholarship. The Louisa Palmer Scholarship is for a student enrolled in the elementary
teacher education program, with preference given to a student who intends to teach kindergarten.
Pearl O. Palmer Scholarship. The Pearl Palmer Scholarship is for a graduate student in the Social
Foundations of Education program. The applicant must have a 3.0 gpa, demonstrate a commitment to the
field of social foundations, and demonstrate financial need as determined by the Office of Financial Aid.
The applicant must write a two-page letter showing their commitment to the field of social foundations and
the advanced program’s theme: “Inquiry, advocacy, and leadership in education for a diverse and
democratic society” and describe how the scholarship will support their academic and professional lives
and make a significant difference in their career. The letter should also include an explanation of merit and
financial need. The applicant must include a statement from the student’s advisor that establishes that the
student is in good professional and academic standing in the program and indicates when the student
should complete the program.
Stokes Educational Technology Scholarship. The Stokes Educational Technology Scholarship shall be
awarded to a student in the College of Education pursuing a master's degree in Educational Media &
Technology (NOTE: students in other EDMT programs may also be considered) who have a 3.0 or better
grade point average, have been admitted into the Educational Media and Technology master’s degree
program (or other EDMT graduate program), and demonstrate a financial need as determined by the Office
of Financial Aid. To apply, students must complete the Department of Teacher Education Scholarship
application and must write a 2-3 page essay discussing how they currently infuse - or plan to infuse educational technology in the classroom, providing examples, and why being the first person in their family
to pursue a graduate degree is an important accomplishment.
Elizabeth Root and Irene Allen Scholarship. The Elizabeth Root and Irene Allen Scholarship is for an
undergraduate or graduate student admitted to the College of Education with at least a 3.0 grade point
average for an undergraduate student or a 3.0 grade point average for a graduate student. The student
must be interested in using children’ s books in teaching, especially international children’ s books, and
write a 1-2 page narrative discussing interest in using children’ s books in teaching and how he or she
plans to use children’ s literature as an educator.
Jack and Joanne Stapleton Scholarship. The Jack and Joanne Stapleton Scholarship is for an
undergraduate student enrolled in the teacher education program who has earned at least 60 credit hours
at Eastern Michigan University, has at least a 3.0 grade point average, and is a graduate of Livonia or
Southfield, Michigan, high schools. The student must write an essay describing financial need.
Scott W. and McDonna Street Scholarship. The Scott W. and McDonna Street Scholarship is given to a
student who has been admitted to the teacher education program in the College of Education who has at
least a 3.0 grade point average and has financial need as determined by the Office of Financial Aid.
Preference is given to students involved in extracurricular activities. Applicants for this scholarship must
write a 1-2 page essay explaining Progressive Education and how the philosophy will affect their teaching.
Margaret E. Wise #1 Scholarship. The Margaret E. Wise #1 Scholarship is for a student, with preference
given to an early elementary curriculum student.
Dorcas Wolf Scholarship in Elementary Education. The Dorcas Wolf Scholarship in Elementary
Education is for an undergraduate or post baccalaureate student enrolled in the College of
Education, studying to become an elementary school teacher and in good academic standing.
Application Deadline is:
March 31, 2016
Please return to: Dr.
Mary Bigler, EMU
313 Porter Building
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
2016 - 2017
Eastern Michigan University
Teacher Education Scholarship Application
DUE: MARCH 31, 2016
Please print or type
SECTION I
NAME_
DATE_
LOCAL ADDRESS
(ADDRESS, STREET, CITY, STATE, ZIP, COUNTY)
E-MAIL ADDRESS
LOCAL PHONE_
PERMANENT PHONE
PERMANENT ADDRESS
(STREET ADDRESS)
(CITY)
(STATE)
(ZIP)
(COUNTY)
STUDENT ID#_
SEX:
MALE
NAME OF HIGH SCHOOL
FEMALE
RACE_
HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION DATE
COUNTY OF HIGH SCHOOL_
CITY OF HIGH SCHOOL
ARE EITHER OF YOUR PARENTS DECEASED?
(CHECK ONE)
YES ___
NO ___
IF SO, WHICH PARENT?
ARE YOU A TWIN?
(CHECK ONE) YES __
MARITAL STATUS_
NUMBER OF CHILDREN
CLASS: (CHECK ONE)
FRESHMAN __ SOPHOMORE __ JUNIOR __ SENIOR __
POST BAC __ GRAD __
MAJOR_
HOW MANY HOURS DO YOU NEED TO GRADUATE?
MINOR(S)
PREFERENCE FOR TEACHING
KINDERGARTEN __
NO __
(CHECK ONE )
EARLY ELEMENTARY __
CREDIT HOURS COMPLETED
CREDIT HOURS AT EMU_
EMU UNDERGRAD GPA
(CHECK ONE ) FULL TIME
ELEMENTARY __
EMU GRAD GPA
MAJOR GPA
PART TIME
ARE YOU A TRANSFER STUDENT? (CHECK ONE) YES __
IF SO, FROM WHICH SCHOOL?
SECONDARY __
NO __
SECTION II
Please attach a personal or professional letter of recommendation.
E.M.U. TEACHER EDUCATION AUTHORIZATION
FORM FOR NEED ANALYSIS STATEMENTS IN
FINANCIAL AID OFFICE
In order for the Teacher Education Scholarship Committee to continue processing
your application, your authorization is needed for the committee to review the
submitted form on record in the Financial Aid Office within the University (if you
are applying for a scholarship based on need).
I hereby agree to allow the Teacher Education Scholarship Committee to access
and review any forms needed in the financial aid office of the university.
(Signature)
(Please print name)
(Date)
SECTION III
On another sheet, or below, please write a personal statement stating
your financial need, academic and vocational aspirations, your
perception of your abilities and any other information that would help
us decide in your favor.
If you are willing to have your letter shared with the donors of the
scholarship please check this box. ____
BE THOROUGH AND PERSUASIVE.
Please return by March 31, 2016 to: Dr. Mary Bigler, Dept. of
Teacher
Education, 313 Porter, Ypsilanti, MI 48197