Scott Schroeder, a retired Special Forces warrant officer, previously assigned to 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne), was wounded on December 10, 2010, while conducting Village Stability Operations in Afghanistan. His vehicle struck a pressure plate that detonated an IED directly beneath him. After more than 10 years since the incident that nearly took Scott’s life, he continues to heal and deal with the pains.
APSU’s Military Alumni Chapter has established a scholarship endowment in Scott’s honor. “It’s a special way the community can recognize a special person. This endowment will aid countless military-affiliated students along their educational journey at APSU,” said Joe Shakeenab, the chapter president and former member of 5th Special Forces Group. “This endowment is a noble endeavor because Scott continues to be an inspiration to others, including me.”
“Laura and I feel that the members of 5th Special Forces Group and the Clarksville community have become a part of our extended family,” Scott said. “Clarksville is now our home. I have a debt of gratitude and a feeling of responsibility for today’s students and the next generation of
leaders. I’m elated to be part of APSU and its scholarship program.”
Since inception of the Military Alumni Chapter on October 26, 2010, as a duly constituted chapter of APSU National Alumni Association, the chapter has established four scholarship endowments, two of which have matured and now provide scholarships to students. -APSU Military Alumni Chapter Scholarship -CSM(R) Sidney Brown Scholarship -Mrs. Joyce Luster Scholarship -CW3(R) Scott Schroeder Scholarship
“This year, our goal is to fully endow CW3(R) Scott Schroeder Scholarship with the required $25,000,” Shakeenab said. To make a tax-deductible donation to support Scott Schroeder’s scholarship, follow the link below or send your donation to the below address. https://givetoapsu.com/CW3Schroeder APSU University Advancement 318 College St. Clarksville, TN 37044 Phone: 931- 221-7127 advancement@apsu.edu
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