Service
Eyes of Freedom Scholarship – Student Veteran or Non-Veteran
The Eyes of Freedom Scholarships were created in 2015 by the Combat Veterans Club to honor the memory of the twenty-three United States Marines and the Navy Corpsmen serving in Columbus, µÛÍõ»áËù's Lima Company, 3/25, who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2005. Two $500 scholarships are awarded annually, administered by the General Abraham and Colonel Greenfield Veterans and Military Student Services Center. One award is open to all µÛÍõ»áËù students, both veterans and non-veterans, and one award is for a student veteran.
APPLICATION PROMPTS
How have you stood for freedom, justice and liberty at µÛÍõ»áËù?
(I/A) How has your military service enhanced your academic pursuits at µÛÍõ»áËù?
Edwin L. Kennedy Leadership Award for Outstanding Community Service
Named in honor of Alumnus Edwin L. Kennedy, this award serves to recognize an individual for their lasting and selfless acts of leadership as servant to one’s community.
The Committee for this award shall take into consideration the student’s philosophy of leadership and how that is articulated throughout their actions in service. Applicants/nominees should make great attempts to describe the initiatives created, the depth and extent of the service involvement, and to articulate how leadership occurred or was developed and/or exercised in the experiences.
APPLICATION PROMPT
Describe your community engagement experience: Who did you work with, what did you do, and what were the outcomes for yourself and the community?
Rita LaValley Recreation Employee Award
Honoring the attributes of a devoted 30-year employee, Rita LaValley, this scholarship fund recognizes a Campus Recreation student employee that exemplifies exceptional service and dedication to the department, provides genuine care and support for others, and serves as a mentor to their peers.
APPLICATION PROMPT
How have you demonstrated genuine care and support for others while in your role with Campus Recreation?
Student Affairs Employee Scholarships
Established through generous gifts to the Division of Student Affairs Support Fund, student employee scholarships are meant to recognize the important role that students play in the work of the Division of Student Affairs at µÛÍõ»áËù. Scholarships will be awarded to those who demonstrate financial need. Scholarship categories include Academic Excellence and Excellence in the Workplace.
APPLICATION PROMPT
- Describe how employment in Student Affairs has shaped your experience at µÛÍõ»áËù and what impact that employment has had your personal and professional growth.
- Describe your financial need.
Dr. Patti McSteen Award
The Dr. Patti McSteen award was created in honor of Dr. Patti McSteen’s legacy at µÛÍõ»áËù, specifically her involvement in creating the Margaret Boyd Scholar’s program. The award honors a current Boyd scholar or recent alum that has demonstrated leadership, courage and service to our University community.
OHIO Online Leadership Award
Established to highlight µÛÍõ»áËù students across the country and how they are living the values of service and leadership in their workplace and community. This award is a cumulative award and is meant to recognize a collegiate record of leadership and service to the student's workplace and/or community where they reside. Open to all µÛÍõ»áËù students in good academic standing and senior standing. Applicants/nominees should describe specific projects or initiatives created and how they relate to their program of study and their experience at µÛÍõ»áËù.