ENDOWMENT AWARDS

John and Clara Boyett Memorial Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Brunell Boyett in memory of her grandparents, John and Clara Boyett. It is awarded to students attending Florida College. 

W.E. and Ginny Britt Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by friends and family of Virginia “Ginny” Britt in her memory. It is awarded to students attending Florida College. 

William and Wilma Brown Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the estate of William and Wilma Brown. It is awarded to Florida College students who meet the College’s academic standards and code of conduct. 

Jonathan James Coffey Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by family and friends in memory of Jonathan James Coffey. It is awarded to students attending Florida College. 

Cope-Combs Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by family and friends in memory of Georgia Deane Combs Cope. It includes the original fund set up to honor Rogers W. and Dora Breeding Cope and Charles E. and Naomi McFarland Combs. It is awarded to students attending Florida College. 

Warren and Martha Cox Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established in honor of Warren and Martha Cox. It is awarded to Florida College students, with consideration given to demonstrated financial need. 

Paul Kenneth and Paula Davis Crowder Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the estate of Paul Kenneth and Paula Davis Crowder. It is awarded to students attending Florida College. 

Clara Olivia Derryberry Memorial Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Derryberry family in memory of their daughter Olivia, a Florida College alumna. It is awarded to students attending Florida College. 

Donald and Wilma Gattis Memorial Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Donald L. Gattis Jr., in memory of his parents, Donald and Wilma Gattis. It is awarded to students attending Florida College. 

Sam and Evelyn Hastings Memorial Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by friends and family of Sam Hastings in his memory. It is awarded to students attending Florida College. 

Margaret Head Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by friends and family of Margaret Head in her honor. It is awarded to students pursuing a four-year degree at Florida College. 

Mrs. Thomas E. Henderson Memorial Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by William T. and Mary Lou Smith in memory of Mrs. Thomas E. Henderson. It is awarded to Florida College students, with preference given to those with greatest financial need. 

Charlie and Billie Milam Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by their children in memory of Charlie and Billie Milam. It is awarded to students attending Florida College. 

Moyer-Stephenson Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Patsy Moyer Stephenson to honor her family and the family of her late husband Bill Stephenson. It is awarded to students attending Florida College. 

Bill and Elaine Murff Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established to honor the many years of selfless service by Bill and Elaine Murff to Florida College and its students. It is awarded to Florida College students, with preference given to those who demonstrate financial need and academic merit. 

Norris Family Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by family and friends in memory of William Benjimen and Mary Jane Norris. It is awarded to Florida College students demonstrating substantial financial need. 

Payne/Geer Family Memorial Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by family and friends in memory of Harry and Virginia Payne, James Paul Payne, and LaVonne Geer. It is awarded to Florida College students demonstrating financial need. 

Pearson Family Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Pearson family estate. It is awarded to Florida College students demonstrating substantial financial need. 

Marty Pickup Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by friends and family of Marty Pickup in his memory. It is awarded to Florida College students, with preference given to those who demonstrate financial need and academic merit. 

MG and LG Romine Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by friends and family of Maurice G. Romine in his memory. It is awarded to students attending Florida College. 

Adam Smelser Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by friends and family of Adam Smelser in his memory. It is awarded to students attending Florida College. 

Larry and Cindy Smith Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by family of Larry and Cindy Smith in their memory. It is awarded to students pursuing a four-year baccalaureate degree at Florida College. Preference is given to Education, Nursing, Biology, or Business students that demonstrate financial need, strong leadership, and educational promise. 

Robert and Vivian Turner Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by friends and family of Robert and Vivian Turner in honor of their 50th wedding anniversary. It is awarded to students attending Florida College. 

Whisenhunt Family Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Robert Pierce Whisenhunt, Jacinda (Davis) Whisenhunt, and Ruth (Kendrick) Whisenhunt. It is awarded to students attending Florida College. 

Paul and Mary Lou Brock Memorial Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by family members in memory of Paul and Mary Lou Brock. It is awarded to students preparing to preach the gospel. 

Byron and Marylee Conley Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by family members in memory of Byron and Marylee Conley. It is awarded to Florida College students, with preference given to those preparing to preach the gospel. 

Jack and Lila Frost Memorial Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by family and friends in memory of Jack and Lila Frost, Sr. It is awarded to young men preparing to preach the gospel. 

Homer Hailey Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by former students and friends in memory of Homer Hailey. It is awarded to students preparing to preach the gospel. 

Bob and Brooksie Harber Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Harber family in memory of Brooksie H. Harber. It is awarded to Bible majors (male or female) or to students preparing to preach the gospel. 

Richard and Jimmie Jackson Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Richard and Jimmie Jackson. It is awarded to students majoring in Biblical Studies or Liberal Studies with an emphasis on Bible. 

Terry Knox Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by family members in memory of Terry Knox. It is awarded to young men studying Bible in preparation for preaching the gospel. 

John and Marjorie McIntosh Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Marjorie McIntosh in memory of her husband, John McIntosh. It is awarded to students preparing to preach. Preference is given first to young men planning to preach, second to children of preachers, and then to students demonstrating financial need. 

Woodrow W. and Katherine G. Neal Family Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established through a bequest from Woodrow W. Neal. It is awarded to young men desiring to preach the gospel. 

Partain Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the estate of Elva W. Partain. It is awarded to young men preparing to preach. 

Harry W. Pickup, Sr. Memorial Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by family and friends in memory of Harry W. Pickup, Sr. It is awarded to young men studying Bible in preparation for preaching. This fund also incorporates the former Pickup-Hall Scholarship Fund. 

Servants of the Word Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Kenneth and Lea Sutherland. It is awarded to young men preparing to serve as full-time evangelists or preachers. 

Edgar Srygley Memorial Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Edgar V. Srygley, Jr. by friends and former students. It is awarded to students studying Bible, with preference given to those who excel in the study of Greek. 

Tucker Estate Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Ruth Tucker in memory of her husband, E. M. Tucker. It is awarded to young men preparing to preach the gospel. 

Tim Wadlington Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Tim Wadlington. It is awarded to young men preparing to preach the gospel. 

Griffin Solutions Group Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Griffin Solutions Group. It is awarded to students enrolled in the Business Administration program with a specialization in Management Information Systems. Preference is given first to juniors and seniors, then to freshmen and sophomores. 

Walter and Vivian Hastings Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Lee and Annetta Hastings to honor his parents and their love for Florida College. It is awarded to upper division students pursuing a Business degree at Florida College. 

McLemore Business Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established through a gift from the estate of Vernon Earl McLemore. It is awarded to young men enrolled in the Business Program with a grade point average between 2.5 and 3.5. If no eligible Business student is available, the scholarship may be awarded to a young man in the Nursing Program with a grade point average between 2.7 and 3.5. 

Zanita Chastain and Patterson Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Kenneth and Anneliese Patterson in memory of Zanita Chastain. It is awarded to students, with preference given to Business majors. 

Dorthy and Tim Torno Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Dorthy and Tim Torno. It is awarded to Florida College students who intend to transfer to Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas to complete their degree, or to students enrolled in the Florida College Business program in good standing. 

Dee and Norma Bowman Family Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Wally and Sandy Hayes to honor Dee and Norma Bowman. It is awarded to communication majors interested in forensics or broadcasting. 

Chatfield Family Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Mark and Sandy Chatfield. It is awarded to students demonstrating strong creative writing skills, spiritual orientation, and sincerity, as reflected in a written essay. 

James R. Cope Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the estate of James R. Cope. It is awarded to students majoring in Elementary Education. 

Griffin and Gretchen Copeland Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the estate of Griffin and Gretchen Copeland. It is awarded to deserving students, with special consideration given to those pursuing degrees in Education. 

The Harlan and Lois Coffman Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Robert and Charlotte Jobe to honor Charlotte’s parents Harlan and Lois Coffman. It is awarded for faculty continuing education or to students majoring in Education. 

Clinton David and Margaret Allen Hamilton Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Clinton David Hamilton. It is awarded to students working on the yearbook or pursuing degrees in Education or Biblical Studies. 

Hoyt H. Houchen Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Donald Johnson and friends of Hoyt H. Houchen. It alternates annually between students enrolled in Education degree programs and students enrolled in Communication degree programs. 

Norene MacDonald Family Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established in honor of Norene MacDonald. It is awarded to upper-division English majors based on financial need or academic merit, with recipients recommended by the English faculty. If no eligible students are available, it may be awarded to upper-divisionstudents in the Nursing program, and then the Liberal Studies program. 

Next Gen Engineering Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Jim and Kim Harbaugh. It is awarded to upper-division Engineering students, with preference is given to those demonstrating financial need. 

George M. McCarty Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of George M. McCarty by his wife, Jean McCarty. It is awarded to deserving students, with special consideration given to Bible majors and students pursuing degrees in science, mathematics, or engineering. 

Dr. Catherine Tharin Horat Endowed Nursing Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Michael E. Horat in memory of Dr. Catherine Tharin Horat. It is awarded to upper-division Nursing students to recruit or retain high-achieving students in the program. 

Celine MacDonald Nursing Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established in honor of Celine MacDonald. It is awarded to Nursing students, with preference given to those demonstrating financial need. 

Ken and Henrietta Mauck Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Lee and Annetta Hastings in honor of Ken and Henrietta Mauck. It is awarded to students currently enrolled in the Nursing program at Florida College. 

Renz Family Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Dale Renz. It is awarded to Kinesiology students at Florida College. 

Wyndy Smelser Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by family and friends in memory of Wyndy Smelser. It is awarded to students with strong academic achievement. Preference is given to juniors or seniors pursuing pre-professional health sciences who demonstrate financial need, service, or success in the face of adversity. 

Dr. Nancy Barlar Endowed Music Education Scholarship
This scholarship was established by family and friends of Dr. Nancy Barlar. It is awarded to upper-division Music Education majors who have been officially accepted into the Music Education program. 

Adriel Hall Voice Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Mrs. J. D. (Adriel) Hall, Jr. It is awarded to vocal music students, with recipients selected by the Music faculty. 

Harrell E. Reynolds Endowed Music Scholarship
This scholarship was established by family and friends in memory of Harrell E. Reynolds. It is awarded to students enrolled in at least one music course. 

Dudy, Wanda, and Martha Walker Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established to honor Dudy Walker’s longtime service as director of the chorus. It is awarded to students participating in chorus or taking voice lessons. 

Ron and Matalene Absher Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Ron and Matalene Absher. It is awarded to students who are members of the Southside Church of Christ in Somerset, Kentucky, or who are from Pulaski County, Kentucky. 

Allison/Campbell Memorial Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established through a testamentary gift from Cliff Allison and Mildred Campbell. It is awarded to students who are members of the Lost River Church of Christ in Bowling Green, Kentucky. 

Blackwelder Family Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Charles and Frances Blackwelder. It is awarded to students with financial need, with preference given to students from the Lake Butler, Florida area and the Danville, Florida congregation. 

Amy Dennis Coffey Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by friends and family of Amy Dennis Coffey in her memory. It is awarded with preference given first to students who are members of the Hwy 65 Church of Christ in Conway, Arkansas. If none are eligible, secondary preference is given to those with financial need from Arkansas. 

Edward and Mary Elizabeth Foster Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Edward and Mary Elizabeth Foster by their son, Dan Foster. It is awarded to students at Florida College, with preference given to those with financial need from the southeastern United States. 

Jerry and Linda Franklin Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Jerry and Linda Franklin. It is awarded to students who are members of the Timberland Church of Christ in Lufkin, Texas. 

Hayes/Smith Family Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Dr. and Mrs. Wallace Hayes. It is awarded to students from the New England states, and if none are eligible, to students from North Carolina, Georgia, or Alabama. 

Hope Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established to support students with financial need. Preference is given to students from Kansas or the Kansas City area. 

Sandra E. Lewis Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Lewis family. It is awarded to students who are members of the Castleberry church of Christ in Texas. 

Richard and Sarah Tidwell Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Richard and Sarah Tidwell. It is awarded to students with demonstrated financial need. Preference is given to members of the Walnut Street congregation in Cary, North Carolina, followed by members of the Clayton congregation in Clayton, North Carolina. 

Wisconsin Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by George and Betty Crowell. It is awarded to students attending Florida College, with preference given to applicants affiliated with the Appleton, Wisconsin church of Christ. 

John L. Adcock Memorial Endowed Scholarship This scholarship was established by Michael Adcock in honor of his father John. It is awarded to students who receive an athletic scholarship. 

Randy and Mary Jane Andrews Family Endowed Scholarship 

This scholarship was established by Randy and Mary Jane Andrews. It is awarded to students who are eligible for the Adopt Program based on criteria set by Florida College. 

Connie Ashley Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the estate of Connie Ashley. It is awarded to students attending Florida College who have financial need and have exhibited good character. 

Colly and Lynda Caldwell Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by individual Directors of the Board of Florida College. It is awarded to students who demonstrate academic achievement, commitment to professional development, and have a specific need for funds to study at Florida College. 

Ottis Timothy Castleberry Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Ottis and June Castleberry to honor their son Tim. It is awarded to students who demonstrate excellence in academics and exemplify Christian character. 

Linda Alders Fink Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Dennis C. Fink in memory of Linda Alders Fink. It is awarded to Florida College students with preference given to those who have applied for an on-campus job.  

E.R. Greene Memorial Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by family and friends in memory of E.R. Greene. It is awarded to students with a minimum GPA of 2.25 or a minimum ACT score of 22/SAT score of 440. Preference is given to those with demonstrated distinguished service or success in the face of adversity. 

Sewell and Caneta Hall Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established to honor Sewell Hall, a renowned preacher, and his wife Caneta. It is awarded to Florida College students who demonstrate financial need and are from underrepresented populations or are first-generation college students. A separate application is required and is available on the Florida College website. 

Florence F. Klemm Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Ethel Johnson and Louella Klemm in memory of their sister and daughter, Florence F. Klemm. It is awarded to Florida College students who are deaf or blind. If no such students are available, it may be awarded to students with disabilities or to students interested in working with individuals with disabilities. If no eligible students meet these criteria, preference is given to students who have one or both parents who are disabled. 

Robert Bruce (Rob) Nowlin Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Bruce and Judy Nowlin in memory of their son Rob Nowlin. It is awarded to National Merit Finalists, Valedictorians or Salutatorians with a GPA of at least 3.75. If no students meet these criteria, it may be awarded to juniors or seniors with a GPA of 3.75 or higher. 

Donna G. Ray Sacred Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Mickey Ray in memory of his wife Donna. It is awarded to Florida College students who were adopted through Sacred Selections. 

Phil Roberts Memorial Endowed Scholarship for Academic Achievement
This scholarship was established by family and friends in memory of Phil Roberts. It is awarded to Florida College students with an ACT score of 28 or higher (or equivalent SAT score), or who are in the top 25% of students for academic achievement.  

Servant Endowed Scholarship for Homeschooled Students
This scholarship was established by Mrs. Lynna Davis in honor of her daughters Tricia Hinely and Laura Grieving. It is awarded to freshman who have been homeschooled at least three out of their four years of high school.

J. and Pauline Stevens Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the Stevens family to honor R. J. and Pauline Stevens. It is awarded to Florida College students with demonstrated financial need, with preference given to those who desire to teach the gospel or to enhance their ability in church music (song writing or directing).

Sue Walker Memorial Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the estate of Sue Walker. It is awarded to female students without regard to academic merit. Preference is given to first- and second-year students from outside the state of Florida. 

These scholarships commemorate Florida College’s 50th anniversary and are awarded based on financial need. 

• Gail P. Beaver Memorial Endowed Scholarship Fund 

• Houston Hamby Endowed Scholarship Fund 

• Will and Blanche Harrison Endowed Scholarship Fund 

• W. Herbert Hinely Endowed Scholarship Fund 

• Jerry and Geri Swift Endowed Scholarship Fund