UNCW offers several donor-funded scholarships to assist the university in meeting its commitment to maintaining a campus environment that values a rich diversity in its student body, including:
The Allsbrook-Rudd Seahawk Opportunity Scholarship was created in 2021 by Jerry L. Allsbrook and Cathy J. Rudd. The scholarship will be used to assist the university in meeting its commitment to maintaining a campus environment that values a rich diversity in its student body.
The Amy Stuart Diversity Scholarship in Education was created by Eddie Stuart to honor his wife, Amy, and her commitment to excellence in public education. The scholarship will be used to assist students entering their internship semester in the Watson College of Education.
The Robert Beardsworth Diversity Scholarship was created by Randy & Betty Ann Beardsworth, a local couple interested in supporting UNCW students who are members of the LGBTQIA Student Group and allied student groups.
The Books+4Us Diversity Scholarship was created by Cindy Linn to assist students in meeting their educational goals on their way to becoming stronger contributing members of our society.
The Boseman-Tenhuisen Scholarship was created by L.S. "Bo" Dean and members of outWilmington.com, a local organization supporting UNCW students who are members of the LGBTQIA Student Group and allied student groups. The scholarship is inspired by a student member of LGBTQIA who faced considerable adversity and great hardship.
The James C. Braye Scholarship was created by Malcomb Coley to honor James C. Braye, a triple retiree, husband, father of five, grandfather of four, and fifty-five year member of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity. Mr. Braye has been a soldier, businessman, counselor, singer, cantor, and politician. Born in the Great Depression, no one told him about his limited prospects for success in life.
The Dr. Lolita B. Bryant, Abram Bishop and Family Endowed Scholarship for Diversity in Nursing was created in 2021 by Dr. Lolita Bennett Bryant, DNP ’20 (Gardner-Webb), MSN-NE ’11M (UNCW), BSN ’04 (UNCW), and a part of the School of Nursing faculty, in order to assist the university in meeting its commitment to maintaining a campus environment that values a rich diversity in its student body. Dr. Bryant is creating this scholarship in memory of her great-great Grandfather, Abram Bishop. Mr. Bishop owned and operated a small farm and raised his family in a home on the property where Trask Coliseum now resides. Dr. Bryant’s personal connection, coupled with her family’s legacy at UNCW, will continue to live on through the endowed scholarship.
The Denis G. Carter Scholarship was established in honor of Dr. Carter and was initiated by the African American Graduate Association. It is available to an incoming freshman who has expressed an interest in pursuing a major with the Cameron School of Business.
The Centro Hispano Scholarship was created by Centro Hispano to assist students pursuing a degree from UNCW.
The Dr. Terry and Liz Coffey Diversity Scholarship was created by Dr. and Mrs. Coffey in honor of their commitment to UNCW and their interest in supporting first-generation college students.
The Elton and Michelle Daniels Capstone Scholarship in Public Administration was created by Elton and Michelle Daniels to assist the university in meeting its commitment to maintaining a campus environment that values rich diversity in its student body.
The Euran S. Daniels Scholarship was created by Mr. Euran S. Daniels to promote diversity and award academic merit. These principles have been significant in the life experience of the donor, and he wishes to further them through the recipients of this scholarship.
The Richard Ellington Diversity Scholarship in Health Science was created by Dr. and Mrs. Chris and Tracey Lantz and Mrs. Phyllis Leonard, in honor of Mr. Richard Ellington, for the purpose of offering support to diverse students in the College of Health and Human Services. The scholarship will support ongoing efforts to diversify the healthcare workforce and to provide opportunities for minority students.
The Mae Rachel Freeman Scholarship was created by gifts from family and friends of Mrs. Freeman.
The Dr. B. Frank Hall Scholarship in Philosophy and Religion was established in 2021 in memory of Dr. Hall. The scholarship will be used to assist students pursuing a degree offered by the Philosophy and Religion department, and to assist the university in meeting its commitment to maintaining a campus environment that values a rich in its student body.
The Greater Gift's Mary Hofmann Scholarship in Clinical Research Leadership was created by Greater Gift to honor Mary Hofmann Murphy, a clinical trial participant with a passion for improving diversity in the research industry. The scholarship will be used to assist the university in meeting its commitment to maintaining a campus environment that values a rich diversity in its student body.
The HEAL (Health Equity for Aspiring Leaders) Scholarship was created by Dr. Philip M. Brown, Jr. '88, his wife Christy M. Brown and their children, Philip and Sallie. The Browns are establishing this scholarship to assist UNCW in diversifying the professional healthcare workforce and to support non-traditional students.
The Nikkita Donyal Johnson Diversity Scholarship in Theatre was created by Ms. Johnson to assist students in the Department of Theatre.
The Douglas L. Johnson Memorial Scholarship was created by friends and family of Douglas L. Johnson to honor his memory and his service to his community and to the university.
The Sarah Faison Jones Diversity Scholarship was created by the family of Sarah Faison Jones. She was recognized by Chancellor Rosemary DePaolo for being the inspiration behind two generations of Jones students attending and graduating from UNCW.
The Jane Logan Lackey Scholarship was established in 1972 by E. G. Lackey, president of the Lackey Foundation in Winston-Salem, NC in order to support graduate students at UNCW. First priority is given to minority applicants who meet the criteria.
The Market Street Used Tires and Auto Corporation Diversity Scholarship was created by Luis and Yeraldi Munguia in honor of Yeraldi's mother, who served as a role model and pillar of excellence for her daughter. The scholarship will assist students in meeting their education goals on the way to becoming stronger contributing members of our society.
The Muebleria El Nido Scholarship was created by Gustavo Rodea and Maria Guadalupe Duran for the purpose of leaving a legacy to their children. The scholarship is being created to assist students in meeting their education goals and to become stronger citizens by contributing to our society.
The Dr. Nathaniel S. Murrell Scholarship in Philosophy and Religion was established in 2021 in honor of Dr. Nathaniel S. Murrell. The scholarship will be used to assist students pursuing a degree offered by the Philosophy and Religion department, and to assist the university in meeting its commitment to maintaining a campus environment that values a rich in its student body.
The Cornelius E. Nixon Jr. Diversity Scholarship was created by Ms. Carrie L. Nixon, in memory of her brother, Cornelius E. Nixon Jr. The scholarship will be used to assist the university in meeting its commitment to maintaining a campus environment that values a rich diversity in its student body.
The Michael Mitchell, Sr. Diversity Scholarship was created in 2021 by Michael Mitchell, Jr. to honor his father, Michael Mitchell, Sr., a 1980 UNCW graduate. The scholarship will be used to assist students pursuing a degree offered by the Cameron School of Business at UNCW.
The Ralph H. Parker Scholarship was created and funded by alumni and friends of Ralph H. Parker, former director of the UNCW Office of Minority Affairs; to recognize his long-time service to UNCW.
The Stephen and Jennifer Pullum Diversity Scholarship was established in 2021 by Stephen and Jennifer Pullum to assist the university in meeting its commitment to maintaining a campus environment that values a rich diversity in its student body.
The Dr. Howard S. Rasheed Diversity Scholarship in Management was created in memory of Dr. Rasheed, a respected faculty member in the Management Department of the Cameron School of Business.
The Yousry Sayed Diversity Scholarship was established in 2021 by Yousry and Linda Sayed in honor of their commitment to UNCW’s diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. The scholarship will also be used to support students who are interested in science, technology, engineering and math.
The Dr. Lynne Reeder and Dr. Earl Sheridan Merit Scholarship was created by The Black Faculty and Staff Association in 2009. The fund, originally known as the UNCW Black Faculty and Staff Association Merit Scholarship, was renamed in 2020 in honor of former members Dr. B. Lynne Reeder and Dr. Earl Sheridan. This scholarship is intended to be used to assist the university in meeting its commitment to maintaining a campus environment that values a rich diversity in its student body.
The William A. and Joyce Sederburg Diversity Scholarship was created by Chancellor William A. Sederburg and his wife, Joyce, in honor of their service and commitment to UNCW.
The Sidberry Family Scholarship was created by Demetrius Sidberry, a 2005 UNCW graduate, in honor of the opportunities that he was afforded as a student, including his experience as an Upperman Scholar. Mr. Sidberry believes that UNCW helped prepare him for a career as a business executive and wishes to help in the recruitment and retention of high ability diverse students. The scholarship is used to assist the university in meeting its commitment to maintaining a campus environment that values a rich diversity in its student body.
The Linda Upperman Smith Diversity Scholarship was created in 2019 by the university under the leadership of Chancellor Jose V. Sartarelli, in honor of Linda Upperman Smith's many years of involvement and support and her tireless dedication to diversity within the university community. The scholarship will be used to assist the university in meeting its commitment to maintaining a campus environment that values a rich diversity in its student body.
The Ernest A. Swain Scholarship was created by the Omicron Alpha Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity to honor Ernest A. Swain, the man, his profession, and his service to the New Hanover County community. This scholarship will be used to assist in attracting freshmen students who are interested in studying any field, who are from diverse populations who have graduated from the New Hanover, Brunswick or Pender County School System.
The UNCW Diversity Scholarship Endowment was established to promote the university’s commitment to maintaining a campus environment that values a rich diversity of human beings among its faculty, staff, and students. The university defines diversity as the representation of populations shaped by historical circumstances, cultural identities, and/or varying socioeconomic circumstances.
The Dr. L. W. Upperman Scholarship was created by Dr. Upperman in acknowledgement of his deep concern and desire to give something of substance and meaning to the African-American community. It is awarded annually to an incoming freshman resident of North Carolina with demonstrated interest in African-American heritage.
The Todd '05, '06M and Lauren Weeks Scholarship in Accountancy was established in 2021 by Todd Weeks, a 2005 and 2006 graduate of the Cameron School of Business, and his wife Lauren, to assist the university in meeting its commitment to maintaining a campus environment that values a rich diversity in its student body. The scholarship will be used to assist students pursuing a degree offered by the Accountancy and Business Law Department in the Cameron School of Business.
The Wells Fargo Bank Scholarship was created by Wells Fargo Bank to assist UNCW in fulfilling its diversity goals as defined by its mission. The scholarship is intended to assist students enrolled in the Cameron School of Business.
The Williston Alumni Scholarship was created by alumni of Williston Industrial and Williston Senior High Schools. It is awarded to a deserving freshman who has indicated an interest in the field of education.