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Apply NowBelmont University Commercial Music Showcase Scholarship Fund Established 1998
Those eligible to apply must be a high school senior, college freshman, sophomore, or junior accepted to/or attending Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee, as a commercial music major. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Commercial Music Department of the School of Music at Belmont University educates and trains people who work to perform, compose and arrange, produce and sell Nashville's signature product. This Fund was established by the LifeWorks Foundation to endow scholarships for Belmont University students working toward commercial music degrees.
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The Linda P. Hare Scholarship Fund Established 2011
Medical, dental, graduate or nursing student(s) from Meharry Medical College or Vanderbilt University School of Medicine with an excellent academic record are eligible to apply. All applicants will provide a statement of their professional goals and their commitment to addressing health equity. Preference will be given to minority students who are underrepresented in their fields of study. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Linda P. Hare Scholarship Fund has been established in memory of Dr. Linda P. Hare, who contributed significantly to efforts to increase the diversity and support of underrepresented students at both the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and Meharry Medical College. The Fund is intended to endow permanently one or more scholarships benefiting students who meet the Fund’s criteria.
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Apply NowDr. Mac Scholarship Fund Established 2004
Eligible students must be enrolled at the University of Tennessee at Memphis School of Dentistry entering into his or her third year of school with a minimum of 2.7 GPA. Financial need and civic participation will also be considered in candidate evaluation. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Dr. James W. McPherson, Jr., "Dr. Mac," believed in hard work and education. He had the innate ability to make people smile through his generosity and his contagious love for life. Throughout his life, Dr. Mac made many sacrifices in order to educate his three children. In addition to assisting his children with their education, he loved to assist young aspiring dental students. The Dr. Mac Scholarship will allow a dental student to meet his or her educational goals without having to worry about the financial barriers. Dr. Mac's children hope that the dental student receiving this award will share the same love of dentistry and the ability to make others smile as their father did.
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JoAhn Brown-Nash Memorial Scholarship Fund Established 2002
Those eligible to apply are female students at Fisk University, entering their junior year, who exemplify outstanding leadership skills with a GPA of 3.2 or above. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ JoAhn Brown-Nash's major focus and passion throughout her entire professional career was education. She committed herself to using her talents in every way she could to fulfill the hopes and dreams of young people. JoAhn served as national vice president of Links, Inc. from 1996-1997 and Central Area director from 1992-1996. Because of her vision to enrich the lives of children and her exemplary service to Links, Inc., the Central Area Links, Inc. honors her memory with this scholarship.
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Apply NowArchie Hartwell Nash Memorial Scholarship Fund Established 1997
Those eligible to apply must be Middle Tennessee State University sophomores or above (including graduate students) who are working a minimum of 20 hours a week and maintaining a 2.0 average or better. Applications are available to students of Middle Tennessee State University who are working their way through school. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Archie Nash always knew he would rise above the poverty in which he was raised, no matter what it took. By sheer determination and tenacity, Archie worked his way through college and later became the owner of Overton Produce Co. and several related companies. His wife, Carolyn, established this scholarship in Archie's memory to benefit Middle Tennessee State University students who embody his work ethic and commitment to education.
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Apply NowNashville Academy of Medicine Alliance Nursing Scholarship Fund Established 2014
The Nashville Academy of Medicine Alliance Nursing Scholarship Fund honors the work of NAMA and continues its legacy. Nursing students who are in the final year of their nursing course of study at Aquinas College, Belmont University, Tennessee State University, or Vanderbilt University (or other accredited local nursing education programs as might be created in the future) are eligible to apply for assistance. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Nashville Academy of Medicine Alliance (NAMA) was a group of physician spouses who volunteered their time to improve the health of the people of Nashville from 1927-2014. Early members furnished a chapel for General Hospital, rolled bandages during World War II, and promoted the Salk polio vaccine. As the decades passed, NAMA continued to play a vital role in keeping Nashville “well." Members taught thousands of school children the importance of good health, built handicapped-accessible homes for Habitat for Humanity, and furnished playrooms at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital and Nashville’s Ronald McDonald House. NAMA worked to end domestic violence, bullying, smoking, and AIDS, and raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for medical education.
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Apply NowEloise Pitts O'More Scholarship Fund Established 2001
Eligible applicants must be interior design students who are currently pursuing a degree in interior design at O'More College of Design. The student must be classified as a junior or higher and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher at the time of application. Scholarships will be weighted for students with a Bachelor's degree or higher. Applicants must be actively participating members of either the American Society of Interior Design (ASID) and/or International Interior Design Association's (IIDA) student chapters. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Trained at both Parsons and in Europe, distinguished interior designer and artist, Eloise O'More, at age 64, fulfilled her lifelong dream in 1970 by opening O'More College of Design in her home in Franklin, Tennessee. Today it is nationally known for its accredited bachelor's degree programs in interior design, fashion design and merchandising, and graphic design and advertising. Shortly before her death in 2002, the O'More College student chapters of the American Society of Interior Designers and International Interior Design Association established this Scholarship Fund in Mrs. O'More's honor.
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Apply NowCameron Blake Parnell Scholarship Fund Established 2015
Students must be attending Middle Tennessee State University and are rising juniors or seniors with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 majoring in Aerospace with plans to become a pilot. Preference will be given to aerospace students who are members of the rugby team. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Anyone who knew Cameron would describe him as a rock, a gentle giant. With a smile that could light up any room, Cam truly had the gift of joy; he loved life and all it had to offer. During his 31 years, he was a beloved member of his family, a loyal friend, a world traveler, and an adventurer. In the fifth grade, Cam declared he’d be a pilot when he grew up and actually followed that dream, graduating from Middle Tennessee State University with a BS in Aerospace Administration/Professional Pilot Emphasis, and holding a successful career as a pilot. Notably, Cameron served as President of the Moosemen Rugby Club at MTSU, where his rugby teammates became his lifelong brothers. The Cameron Blake Parnell Memorial Scholarship Fund has been established by his family and friends in order to share Cam’s spirit and legacy.
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Apply NowKen Shipp Scholarship Fund Established 2009
Those students eligible to apply should be graduating seniors from Rutherford County, Tennessee, public high schools who plan to attend Middle Tennessee State University and have a minimum grade point average of 2.75 and/or meet the eligibility criteria for the Tennessee Lottery if applicable; be of good moral character; and have financial need. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Coach Ken Shipp was born and raised in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. He had a distinguished coaching career including stints at several colleges both as a head coach and as an offensive coordinator before he moved to the National Football League. During his time in the NFL, Coach Shipp was offensive coordinator with the Houston Oilers, New Orleans Saints, Detroit Lions, and the New York Jets. During his tenure with the New York Jets, he was appointed the head coach during the storied Joe Namath years. Coach Shipp credits his success to his Rutherford County roots and the fine education he received at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU). He has always been interested in furthering the education of potential high school graduates and in continuing his support of MTSU. For this reason, he established this Scholarship.
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Apply NowEmmett H. Turner Scholarship Fund Established 2003
Eligible applicants are students enrolling in or currently enrolled at Tennessee State University in the Criminal Justice Program. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Emmett Turner ably served the Davidson County police for 34 years, culminating in the rank of Chief. Upon his retirement, friends and admirers wanted something meaningful to show him their appreciation for his hard work. So they contributed to a fund at The Community Foundation to endow a scholarship in the chief's name. Students who attend Tennessee State University's criminal justice program are eligible to apply for financial assistance through the scholarship. It is fitting that from now on, with the aid of the Emmett H. Turner Scholarship, TSU will be graduating students who will follow in his footsteps, making life safer for us all.
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The Dr. Diane Greer Walker Memorial Scholarship Fund Established 2014
The Dr. Diane Greer Walker Memorial Scholarship Fund benefits African American dental students attending Meharry Medical College. Preference will be given to students from Dr. Greer’s hometown of Jackson, Miss., or who attended Dr. Greer’s college of Tougaloo. Other recipients should be residents of Middle Tennessee for a minimum of at least a year and in their second, third or fourth years of study at Meharry. All recipients should have donated their time and talent to the community in the years leading up to their time at Meharry. Those awarded the scholarship should: exemplify Dr. Greer’s commitment to strong Christian values; be and remain active in community service; write a letter or send a video to The Community Foundation talking about themselves and detailing how the scholarship is helping them achieve their goals and continue their community service.
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Apply NowTeddy Wilburn Scholarship Fund Established 2005
This scholarship is designed to benefit students at Tennessee State University and Vanderbilt University. To be eligible, a student must have at least a B grade average overall during the last two years of high school and have, for the majority of their career, attended high school within the 40 counties of Middle Tennessee. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Country music singer, Grand Ole Opry star, songwriter and manager Teddy Wilburn established a Fund through his estate to help others enjoy the opportunities made available by a college education. With his singing career beginning at age nine, Teddy never had the chance to attend college and wanted to help eager students in need of financial aid. The Fund benefits college students at Tennessee State University and Vanderbilt University.