schol ar ship & f el l ow ship vir t ual appr eciat ion event f r iday, apr il 23, 2021
at w hit t ier col l ege, donor s hel p make dr eams come t r ue
TABLE OF CONTENTS Program and Speakers............................................................................ 2-4 Newly Established Scholarships............................................................. 5-7 Endowed Scholarships............................................................................7-22 Endowed Scholarships Established Through a Bequest..................22-26 John Greenleaf Whittier Society Annual Merit Scholarships..................27 Named Annual Scholarships................................................................28-29 Fellowships.............................................................................................30-32 Endowed Professorships......................................................................32-34 Poet Pride: By the Numbers.................................................................35-36
"At Whittier Col l ege, we transf orm l ives! Your investment in our campus is an investment in our col l ective f uture. By giving to Whittier, you have made an impactf ul change to the l if e traj ectory of our students, our communities, the region, and the worl d." - President Linda Oubre
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PROGRAM mast er of cer emonies Eva Sevci k ova '03 Associate Vice President of Development
w el come Li nda Oubr é, Ed.D, M .B.A President
keynot e speaker s Char l es Fi nk
Anne Nicholas '83 Endowed Scholarship Har ol d Al l en '84
Black Alumni Association Suppor t Fund Nai l ah Beyene-M ar ti n '22
Annenberg Foundation Impact Scholarship Scott 2020 Fund John Greenleaf Whittier Merit Scholarship Pitts Family Foundation Study Abroad Fellowship Angi e Juar es '24
Howard L. and Alice B. Hockett Endowed Scholarship Vivian Schulte Gardner '54 Endowed Scholarship John Greenleaf Whittier Merit Scholarship
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CHARLIE FINK ANNENICHOLAS'83 ENDOWEDSCHOLARSHIP Charlie's engagement with Whittier College deepened thanks to his late wife Anne Nicholas '83 who was a proud Poet mentoring young professionals and par ticipating in Whittier recruitment and send-off events for incoming first-year students. Himself a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University, Charlie came to appreciate Whittier as a place that offers not only an excellent education but one that also deeply cares about the individual student and their needs and ambitions. In memory of his beloved Anne, he created a need-based endowed scholarship to suppor t students wishing to pursue a career in political science or public affairs. Based in Washington D.C., Charlie serves as Chief Technologist at Réper toire International de Littér ature Musicale (RILM), a non-profit organization committed to documenting the world's knowledge about all musical traditions, and to making this knowledge accessible to research and performance communities worldwide via digital collections and advanced tools. He is also a Senior Software Engineering Consultant in the Fellowships Office of the National Academies of Science and serves on the city council in Chesapeake Beach, Maryland.
HAROLD ALLEN '84 BLACKALUMNI ASSOCIATIONSUPPORTFUND A current member of the Whittier College Board of Trustees, Harold is the principal owner of Harold Allen Insurance Services which provides a wide variety of insurance coverages for personal and commercial purposes, as well as wealth transfer and asset protection services. He is also an account manager at Orkin Pest Control. Harold is an enthusiastic suppor ter of Whittier Athletics. He currently serves as chair of the Purple & Gold Hall of Fame committee and regularly attends the annual Purple & Gold Golf Tournament. He is also a member of the Sachsen Society. Most recently, Harold co-founded the new Whittier College Black Alumni Association to help current Black students succeed and graduate from Whittier. The group is actively raising funds for scholarships to make college more affordable and help break down barriers to education. Allen has a bachelor's degree in political science from Whittier College. Originally from San Diego, he and his wife, Allyson, currently reside in Los Angeles, California.
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NAILAH BEYENE-MARTIN '22 ANNENBERGFOUNDATIONIMPACTSCHOLARSHIP Scot t 2020 Fund Pit t s Famil y Foundat ion St udy Abr oad Fel l ow ship JOHNGREENLEAFWHITTIERMERITSCHOLARSHIP An East Coast native, Nailah chose Whittier College because of its strong sense of community and the oppor tunities it provides students to grow and thrive as individuals, leaders, and members of a diverse community. She is currently finishing her junior year and has decided to major in psychology. She has been recognized for her academic leadership and achievements, receiving the Pitts Family Foundation Study Abroad Fellowship during the 2020 academic year and has made the Dean's List multiple years. Nailah dedicates her time to excelling in her studies and is an active student on campus. She is an event coordinator for the Black Student Association, an event intern for the Office of Admissions, and acts as a Co-Leader for Delight Ministries. Nailah has also been asked to speak at leadership meetings, addressing Trustees, President Oubre and many others on impor tant issues surrounding student life and academic success.
ANGIE JUARES '24 JOHNGREENLEAFWHITTIERMERITSCHOLARSHIP HOWARDL. ANDALICEB. HOCKETTENDOWEDSCHOLARSHIP VIVIANSCHULTEGARDNER'54 ENDOWEDSCHOLARSHIP A Santa Clarita native, Angie knew she wanted to stay close to home while attending college. She chose Whittier because of its vibrant campus and the high quality Liberal Ar ts education we offer. Angie is proud to be the first in her family to attend college and will be completing her freshman year this May. While majoring in psychology, she has also focused on two additional passions, music and Chinese, minoring in both. She spends her time perfecting the ar t as a mallet percussionist and has enjoyed taking snare lessons and par ticipating in the handbell ensemble with Dr. LaVelle. She works as a student intern in the Office of Development, learning the impor tant work of philanthropy, donor relations, and the impact our donors have on students, faculty, and the Whittier campus as a whole. She has played a tremendous role in connecting her fellow students with the donor relations depar tment, gathering information on each student to help build impactful fund repor ts. After graduation, Angie plans on attending graduate school in order to 4 obtain a master's or Ph.D. in psychology. STUDENT DISABILITY SERVICES
NEWLY ESTABLISHED SCHOLARSHIPS ENDOWEDSCHOLARSHIPS Scott W. Hayter '08 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2019, this endowed scholarship was created in honor of Scott W. Hayter '08 by his father, the late William G. Hayter, through a charitable gift annuity. It will benefit Whittier College undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need. First award in the 2020/2021 academic year. Chr i stopher C. Evans '68 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2019, this endowed scholarship benefits Whittier College undergraduate students who are from the Pacific Nor thwest region, with preference given to students who have a demonstrated financial need. The scholarship was created in honor of Chris Evans '68 by his long-time friend and Whittier College trustee emer tius Raymond 'Buck' Ferguson '67 and Chris' sister, Elisabeth Evans, M.D. First award in the 2020/2021 academic year. M etaphoni an Soci ety Endowed Schol ar shi p This scholarship is in memory of Miss Karen Pilkington and Miss Dee Hochstetler, who tragically passed away while still in college (1979 and 1995, respectively). Both misses were very dear to their families and friends, and the scholarship honors their memory and celebrates Met sisterhood, going strong since 1924. First award in the 2020/2021 academic year. Thal i an Soci ety Endowed Schol ar shi p Established thanks to leadership and generous suppor t of Kristin Dillon '73 and other dedicated alumnae of the Thalian Society, this scholarship is for students who are members of the Thalian Society. First award in the 2020/2021 academic year. The Pr i de Endowed Schol ar shi p This scholarship will provide need-based awards to members of Whittier's LGBTQIA+ student organization, or those Whittier College students who have demonstrated experience in or commitment to working with LGBTQIA+ organizations. First award anticipated in the 2026/2027 academic year. Hel en Sei ber t '45 and Car l Tange, Jr. Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2020 by Carla Lusvardi '71 and Laurence Lusvardi '59 in memory of Carla's parents, the Helen Seiber t '45 and Carl Tange, Jr. Endowed Scholarship suppor ts students who have an unmet financial need and wish to pursue a teaching career. First award anticipated in the 2021/2022 academic year. Char l es '52 and JoAnn Cooper '52 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2021 by JoAnn Cooper '52 in memory of Charles (Chuck) '52, the Charles '52 and JoAnn Cooper '52 Endowed Scholarship suppor ts undergraduate students who have unmet financial aid and display leadership qualities. First award anticipated in the 2022/2023 academic year.
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Anne Ni chol as '83 Endowed Schol ar shi p The Anne Nicholas '83 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2021 by Anne's loving husband Charlie Fink. In memory of Anne, this scholarship suppor ts undergraduate students who have an unmet financial need and wish to pursue a career in political science or public affairs. First award anticipated in 2022/2023 academic year. Dr. Par vi n M i r bod M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2021 by Dr. Iraj Isaac Rahmim and his sister Dr. Arezoo Rahmim in memory of their beloved mother. Dr. Parvin Mirbod was an accomplished doctor, researcher, and academic. This scholarship benefits Whittier College juniors and seniors who wish to pursue medicine, have a minimum 3.5 GPA, and exhibit strong co-curricular leadership (exemplary community service, campus service, and/or research).Preference will be given to first generation college students. First award anticipated in the 2022/2023 academic year.
NAMEDANNUAL SCHOLARSHIPS The Wonder Wom en Schol ar shi p Established in 2019 by John L. and Laurie W. Peel '84 MA'86 P'10 '14, this scholarship celebrates the long legacy of women in their families to attend Whittier College. This scholarship will suppor t the newest generation of remarkable Poets with preference for students who: are female, are entering their senior year, are in good academic standing, have at least a 3.7 GPA, and have an unmet financial need of $10,000, or more. The Dr eam Bi g Schol ar shi p for the Non-Tr adi ti onal Student i n M em or y of Dr. Hi l da F. Rosene Lund Established in 2020 by Mrs. Merrilee Beazley in honor of her great aunt, Dr. Hilda F. Rosene Lund. Dr. Rosene Lund was a plant physiologist and was one of two women to hold a tenure track position in the natural sciences at the University of Texas, Austin from the late 1930s to the 1950s. This scholarship is intended to inspire students to 'dream big,' just as Dr. Rosene Lund did, and suppor ts non-traditional biology students with unmet financial need. Annenber g Foundati on I m pact Schol ar shi p This grant will suppor t need-based scholarships for Black students. By providing these scholarships, the aim is to help increase retention and graduation rates of Black students who currently constitute 5% of the student body at Whittier. Bl ack Al um ni Associ ati on Suppor t Fund Established in 2020, the purpose of the Black Alumni Association Suppor t fund is to contribute to the development of current and future Black students at Whittier College, through various campus programming and student suppor t initiatives. Scott 2020 Fund In December 2020, Whittier College received a generous $12M gift from author and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. Pursuant to our commitment to student success, $6M has been earmarked for scholarships over the next 6 years.
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NEW GENERAL SCHOLARSHIPFUNDS Whittier is committed to ensuring that access to higher education is matched by affordability. In addition to the Whittier Fund, the following newly established funds are suppor ted annually by alumni, parents, and friends of the College and help reduce barriers to education, allowing Whittier students to thrive: Student Loan Rel i ef Schol ar shi p Whittier College seniors who have achieved at least a 3.70 GPA are eligible to receive a Student Loan Relief Scholarship. Applied directly to a student's account to reduce their senior year federal student loan debt amount, the scholarship awards a minimum of $500. Poet For war d Schol ar shi p Unmet financial need, the gap in funding that remains after a student's initial financial aid award is determined, is often a deciding factor in whether a student can pursue a higher education or not. Unfor tunately, 85% of Whittier students face unmet need ranging from $2,000 to $25,000. The Poet Forward Scholarship closes this gap and makes enrollment and retention at Whittier possible without additional loans. Poet Educator Schol ar shi p Created to suppor t aspiring educators enrolled in the College's highly-respected Master of Ar ts in Education program, the Poet Educator Scholarship reduces out-of-pocket costs. For decades, the program has prepared teachers and administrators to meet the diverse learning, cultural, and linguistic needs of K-12 students in Greater Los Angeles, Orange County, and the State of California.
w e t hank t hose l ist ed above f or t heir l eader ship and suppor t . t o f ur t her suppor t any of t he above f unds or t o est abl ish a new f und, pl ease cont act us at : 562/907-4288 or devel opment @w hit t ier .edu
ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS Whittier College is pleased to recognize the generous suppor t of donors who have endowed scholarships that now exist in perpetuity. Many of these endowments have been in existence for decades, reflecting a long and proud tradition of philanthropy by members of the Poet family. Today, endowed scholarships require a minimum of $50,000, which can be funded with a single gift or with a series of gifts over time. We invite you to reflect on the meaningful stories behind the establishment of each of our scholarships. M ax B. and Ruth B. Al cor n Endowed Schol ar shi p Established by Max B. '23 and Ruth B. Alcorn '23 for juniors or seniors majoring in science, math, or engineering who want to teach in these disciplines. Thel m a Spr ague Al l en '43 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2004 in memory of Thelma Sprague Allen '43 for a female student with Christian standards.
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Har vey B. and M adge W. Al ver son M usi c Endowed Schol ar shi p Established by Harvey and Madge Alverson for students majoring in music or involved in the music depar tment. Fr ed '66 and M ar i l yn Ander son Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2018 by Whittier College trustee Fred Anderson '66 and his wife, Marilyn, for students who are the first in their family to attend college, have financial need, demonstrate a record of successful academic performance, and are engaged in community service. Dr. John A. Ar cadi '46 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2002 in memory of Dr. John Arcadi '46 by Janet and John Cauffman '45 for students majoring in biology. Bal u and M ohi ni Bal ak r i shnan Endowed Schol ar shi p Established by Balu and Mohini Balakrishnan for student(s) who have a declared major in economics, a documented financial need, and are in good academic standing at Whittier College. Ethel Townsend Bal l Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1968 for a deserving student. Banc of Cal i for ni a Established by the Board of Directors of Quaker City Federal Savings, now known as Community Popular Bank, for students studying economics or business administration. Gr anvi l l e B. and Hel ena Bar r ett Basye Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1995 by Mrs. Helena Basye in memory of her husband, Granville B. Basye '48, M.A.'49, for general scholarship aid. Mrs. Basye worked in the Bonnie Bell Wardman Library. Fr ed Ber ger son Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2018 by alumni in honor of political science professor Fred Bergerson who taught at Whittier from 1971 until 2018 to benefit a deserving student majoring or minoring in political science. Eva B. '49 and Har r y C. Bi l l i ngs Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1972 by Mr. and Mrs. Billings for English or pre-engineering students. Geor gi ana Gr ace Bl ack bur n Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in August 2005 by Arnold McCoy Blackburn in memory of his mother, Georgiana Grace Blackburn, for students majoring in science. Bl ogi l ates Entr epr eneur i al Schol ar shi p Endowed in 2018 by Cassey Ho '09 and Sam Livits '08 to suppor t female students who have demonstrated entrepreneurship.
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Al an Thom as Br am l ett '75 M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2018 by Arnold and Judy Bramlett in memory of their son, Alan '75, to benefit a student with financial need. Em i l A. Buehl er M .D. Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2011 for outstanding students majoring in pre-medical studies. Cl ass of 1934 - Ri char d Spaul di ng '34 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established circa 1984 by contributions from the class of 1934 for a male undergraduate who par ticipates in varsity athletics and is interested in becoming a teacher or coach. Cl ass of 1957 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established for a deserving student by members of the class of 1957 in recognition of their 40th reunion in 1997 and fully-funded in honor of their 55th reunion in 2012. Cl ass of 1961 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established by members of the class of 1961 for a deserving student. Cl ass of 1967 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2017 by alumni from the Class of 1967 to commemorate the occasion of their 50th reunion and to benefit deserving Whittier College students with financial need. Cl ass of 1968 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1968 by members of the graduating class for a deserving student. Genevi eve Shaul Conni ck Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in memory of his late wife in 1992 by Whittier College Trustee and Professor Emeritus of Religion C. Milo Connick for students who are bright, energetic, and planning a public teaching career. Dr. C. J. Cook and Evel yn Jessup Cook Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in honor of Whittier College Trustees Cyrus J. Cook (1901-1910) and Evelyn Jessup Cook (1916-1921). Char l es W. and Edr i s Cooper Endowed Dr am a Pr i ze Established in memory of Dr. Charles W. Cooper '25, former chairman of the depar tment of theater ar ts, for a junior or senior student majoring in theater ar ts.
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M i chael and Bar bar a Cor nel i us Law Schol ar shi p Endowed in 2018 by Mike Cornelius '64 and his wife Barbara for students aspiring to careers in law. Syl vi a M ar i e Cosand Per for m i ng Ar ts Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1986 by Dr. Joseph Cosand '36 and his wife Kathleen in memory of their daughter, Sylvia Marie Cosand. This award is for a junior or senior student majoring in ar t, music, drama, or literature. Lex B. Cox I nter nati onal Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1955 in memory of Lex B. Cox, son of Dr. and Mrs. H. T. Cox, for a deserving student. John H. Cr ow Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1987 by Dr. John Crow '64, Whittier College trustee, for a biology major who demonstrates leadership ability and is well rounded academically. Jam es and I da Schol er Dar l i ng Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1996 by Alice D. "Allie" Lowe '37, Whittier College trustee, in honor of her parents for wor thy students wanting to attend Whittier College. John F. Dean, K ather i ne N. Dean '51, K ar ol Dean Hi ck s '81, and Br i an R. Dean '79 Educati on Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1991 by Dr. John Dean and Katherine Dean '51 for a junior, senior, or graduate student committed to teaching pre-school, elementary, or secondary students. John Dean was Professor Emeritus of Education and the retired Superintendent of Schools for the Orange County Depar tment of Education. Ri char d '49 and Bi l l i e Dei hl '50 Endowed Teachi ng Schol ar shi p Established in 2006 by Whittier College Trustee Emeritus Richard '49 and Billie (Bean) Deihl '50 for students with high ability and an interest in teaching math or science at the middle- or high-school level. Del ta Phi Upsi l on Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2015 by Karen Frey '80 and Kathleen Pompey on behalf of Delta Phi Upsilon. The student recipient(s) should be a member of the Delta Phi Upsilon-Grand Alpha Chapter, originally founded at Broadoaks School in 1923. Awardees will have a major or minor in child development (or a related field) and plan to pursue a career in teaching. Fl oyd E. '30 and F. Ear l Dur ham Bi ol ogy Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1986 by Ruth Esther Durham '37 in memory of her husband Dr. Floyd E. Durham '30, professor of biology at Whittier College from 1934 to 1937, and her son, F. Earl Durham, for students majoring in biology.
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Rober t H. El k i nton '40 M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2018 by Joyanne Elkinton-Walker '48 and her husband, Carl Walker, in memory of Rober t H. Elkinton '40 for a student who has a financial need, with preference given to a chemistry student. M r. and M r s. Thom as M cGr egor Er wi n Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1957 in honor of Thomas Erwin for students majoring in political science or any of the social sciences. Ri char d P. Etti nger, Jr. Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1996 in honor of former Whittier College trustee Richard P. Ettinger, Jr. for undergraduate students of Native American descent. Her ber t F. and El i zabeth S. Evans Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1967 to honor Herber t Evans, professor of religion and chairman of the depar tment from 1934 to 1946, for students majoring in religion. El i zabeth Del i a Fel t and Jessi e Fel t Savage Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1951 by Dr. F.R. Felt for an African-American or East Indian student who plans to teach or engage in Christian religious work. Wi l l i am and Chr i sti ne R. Fer guson M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1979 by the parents of Douglas W. Ferguson, longtime Whittier College trustee, for students majoring in business administration. Jeffr ey Thom as Foster '89 M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1988 in memory of Jeffrey T. Foster '89 by his parents, fellow students, and friends to be awarded to sophomore or junior students with potential, who are active in communications and/or college athletics. Jeff was instrumental in establishing KWTR, Whittier's radio station, now known as K-POET. Judi th A. Fr anci s '89 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1990 in honor of Judith Sporleder-Francis '89 by her mother, Joan Francis, for a sophomore, junior, or senior majoring in child development. Fr i ends of M usi c Endowed Schol ar shi p Established around 1971 for students involved in music programs at Whittier College.
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Hi l da M ar y M i l l bank Gobar Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1998 by Whittier College Trustee Alfred J. Gobar '53, L.H.D. '05, and his wife Sally Gobar '55 in honor of Al's mother, Hilda Mary Millbank Gobar, for a talented female music major. Sal l y Ann Randal l Gobar Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2006 by Whittier College Trustee Alfred J. Gobar '53, L.H.D. '05, in memory of his wife, Dr. Sally Gobar '55, who taught in the education depar tment at Whittier College. Bar bar a Ondr asi k Gr oce '57 Endowed Schol ar shi p for Gol d Awar d Gi r l Scouts Established in 1987 by Whittier College Trustee Barbara Ondrasik Groce '57 and Dr. David Groce for deserving female students who have earned the rank of Gold Award in Girl Scouts and have a GPA of 3.00 or above. Gor don and Ll ur a Gund Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1993 by Llura and Gordon Gund, L.H.D. '93 for a deserving student. Hom er '30 and Cor a '29 Hal vor son M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1987 by James Halvorson and Karen Halvorson Peoples '63 in memory of their parents, Homer '30 and Cora '29, for returning students who have maintained a 3.20 GPA or above. Ar thur J. Hanson '29 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2001 in memory of Ar thur J. Hanson '29 for a deserving student. Cl ai r e R. Har e '58 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1988 by Dr. Baynard Hare in honor of his wife, Clair '58, for a female student from an under-represented group who has "broad interests and life experiences with respect for those who strive despite adversity and remain sensitive to the underdog." Ruth Har ol dson Vi ol i n Endowed Schol ar shi p Established circa 1982 to help talented violinists with the cost of private lessons. Wi l l i am Randol ph Hear st Foundati on Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1987 by one of Southern California's leading philanthropic foundations for junior students with high academic achievement who are committed to service to Whittier College and prepared to serve the greater community upon graduation. Her zber ger Endowed Schol ar shi p Fund for Hi gher Educati on Established in 2018 by trustees of Whittier College, including Alan Lund '71, Rick Gilchrist '68, Jim Parks, and Maggie Koong, L.H.D. '14, to honor President Sharon D. Herzberger during her final year as the 14th president of Whittier College. This scholarship will be awarded to a student who wishes to pursue a career in higher education.
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Dee Hochstetl er '95 M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1995 by the parents, friends, and relatives of Dee Hochstetler '95 who passed away during her senior year at Whittier College, for a female undergraduate who has displayed courage in the face of adversity. Shi r l ey M . Hol e Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2011 by Whittier parent and grandparent John Wesley Hole, Jr. in honor of his late, beloved wife Shirley, for student interested in pursuing a career in science or health care. Les Howar d '62 M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established by alumni in memory of professor of sociology Les Howard '62 who was devoted to mentoring and advising young people. The scholarship will be awarded to first-generation Whittier College students of Latinx descent. Wendel l M i l o Hunt M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1954 by Milo Hunt and Emma M. Hunt as a memorial to their son Wendell. Jam es I r vi ne Foundati on Endowed Schol ar shi p Established by one of Southern California's leading philanthropic foundations for residents of Orange County, California. Bar bar a V. '53 and Don L. '53 Jenk i ns Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2018 by Don L. Jenkins '53 in memory of his wife, Barbara V. Jenkins '53,to benefit students who plan to become teachers. Thor a Jer vey '51 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2015 in memory of Thora Jervey '51 by her husband, Edward D. Jervey, for deserving students who are going into teaching. Jam es W. Jones '31 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1987 by Mrs. Mabel (Evans) Jones '31 in memory of her husband, James '31, for students interested in journalism. Lynn R. '32 and K ather i ne L. (Bal den) Juday '30 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1985 by Lynn Juday '32 and Katherine Juday '30 for a deserving student. Donna Lee K endal l '70 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1989 by former Whittier College Trustee Donna Lee Kendall '70 for a deserving student.
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Dr. Shar ad V. K eny M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2015 in memory of Professor Sharad V. Keny by Amit Mujumdar, Shveta A. Mujumdar, Ameet Keny, and Jennifer Sangiocomo for students who have a record of outstanding academic performance in mathematics, are majoring in mathematics, and demonstrate interest in pursuing an advanced degree in mathematics. Wi l l i am H. and I r ene Savage K i ng Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1988 by Frances I. King '20 in honor of her parents for students who are "of good moral character, make good grades, and genuinely interested in obtaining a college education." Paul D. K i r k '75 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in memory of Paul Douglas Kirk '75 for a deserving student. Wi l l i am K ountz '56 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in October 2010 by William Kountz '56. Lancer Soci ety Endowed Schol ar shi p Established by the Lancer Society for freshmen, sophomore or junior Lancers with financial need and service to the College and the Society. Lantz Fam i l y Endowed Schol ar shi p i n the Studi o Ar ts Established in 2009 by Dorine and Richard Lantz '54 for students with financial need and ar tistic talent, with preference for Hispanic students. M ar gar etha Lohm ann Pi ano Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in honor of Margaretha Lohmann, who founded the Whittier College Music Depar tment in 1929, to assist talented pianists with the cost of lessons. During her 41 years as a music instructor at the College, she founded the Bach Festival and performed at the Hollywood Bowl. M ar gar etha Lohm ann Tal ent Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1986 with a gift from Raymond Erickson '63, a former student of Ms. Lohmann, for a student pianist of exceptional promise. Jam es R. Long '58 and John M . Gates '60 M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established by the Sachsen Society and friends and families of James R. Long '58 and John R. Gates '60 for a deserving male student, preferably a member of the Sachsen Society. Al ber t M adden '25 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1988 by Molly Madden Chever ton '52 and friends of Alber t "Mick" Madden '25, alumnus and athlete at the College, for young men and women with an interest in athletics.
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M ar k ham Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2001 by Gerald and Dorothy Allin '55 for students with financial need, with preference given to students from Africa. Char l es K . and Shi r l ey M ar l att M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p i n M usi c and Ar t Established in memory of Charles K. Marlatt and Shirley Marlatt for outstanding students involved in the music or ar t depar tment. Wi l l i am '57 and Jean (M or i shi ge) '59 M ar um oto Endowed Schol ar shi p Established by former Whittier College trustee Rayburn S. Dezember '53 and Joan Dezember '56 in 2012. The scholarship is for a student in good academic standing who exhibits leadership qualities and plays an active role in campus activities. Geor ge H. M ayr Foundati on / M ar ti n Or ti z '48 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1996 by one of Southern California's leading philanthropic foundations in honor of Mar tin Or tiz '48, founding director of the Whittier College Center of Mexican American Affairs, for deserving Hispanic students. M i l hous-M ar shbur n Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1917 by Frank and Almira Milhous for a deserving student, with first preference for a descendant of either family. M ar y (M cGr aw) M i l l er '33 M usi c Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1977 by Milton D. Miller and Mary (McGraw) Miller '33 for talented students majoring in music. Hugh B. M endez Endowed M em or i al Schol ar shi p Established by alumni and friends Michael L. Brown '79 and Gregory E. Jones '79 in memory of Hugh B. Mendez,with volunteer leadership by Frank Mendoza '80 and others. The award is based on academic merit and preference is given to history majors, as well as to students of African American and/or Hispanic descent. From 1970 to 1987, Mendez coached football and baseball at Whittier College and served as Assistant Director of Athletics. He also taught English and African-American History and mentored students in the Black and Hispanic Student Unions. Edwar d M . '53 and Penny C. M or i m oto Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2018 by the family of Ed Morimoto '53 to suppor t science students. Dr. Nathan and Jessi e M ovi ch Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2011 by Felice Pope '71 in honor of her beloved parents for a student with a record of successful academic performance who has financial need.
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Del phi M ur phy Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in memory of Delphi Murphy, a Whittier College and Otis Parsons ar t student who passed away in 1990, for students majoring in ar t or with an interest in the ar ts or drama. Wal l ace " Chi ef" Newm an M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established circa 1985 with contributions from friends, colleagues, former students, and athletes recognizing Whittier's legendary football coach Chief Newman for deserving students preferably Native American - with financial need. Dr. W. Roy Newsom Endowed Schol ar shi p for Chem i str y Established in 2002 by Mr. and Mrs. John Cauffman '45 for students majoring in chemistry. Dr. W. Roy Newsom '34 was the 10th president of Whittier College. W. Roy and Al i ce Newsom Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1979 by friends, colleagues, and former students of Dr. W. Roy Newsom '34 for students majoring in the physical sciences, with preference given to the children of alumni. John Hi l l Ni chol s '51 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1986 by Mr. John H. Nichols '51 for Mexican-American students from Whittier, El Monte, Pico Rivera and Santa Fe Springs. Si nar a (Stul l ) O'Donnel l '69 M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2007 by John O'Donnell in memory of his wife Sinara in honor of her deep affection for and loyalty to Whittier College, this scholarship is for students with financial need who maintain a 3.3 GPA and have an interest in communication ar ts, par ticularly public speaking and rhetoric. Oppor tuni ty Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in April 2012 by an anonymous donor to suppor t students. Or thogoni an Soci ety M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2017 by alumni of the Or thogonian Society for a deserving Or thogonian active. The scholarship is in memory of Or thogonian brothers who have passed away and are remembered as leaders in their communities. Generously suppor ted by society alumni and actives, with additional suppor t from the Brethren Community Foundation. M ar ti n Or ti z '48 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1996 with gifts from Whittier alumni, friends, and foundations honoring Mar tin Or tiz '48, founding director of the Whittier College Center of Mexican American Affairs, for Hispanic students with a GPA of 3.5 or above.
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Lee and Er i k a Owens Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1993 by long-time Whittier College trustee Lee Owens and his wife Erika, for present or former members of the Boys and Girls Club of Whittier or for Native American students. Paci fi c Nor thwest Endowed Schol ar shi p This scholarship perpetually provides financial suppor t to students hailing specifically from the Pacific Nor thwest. It was collectively endowed by generous alumni from this region, which every year brings in a number of talented incoming Poets. Pal m er Soci ety Al um nae Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2009 with a challenge grant from Whittier College Trustee and Palmer Society alumna Barbara Ondrasik Groce '57, for deserving Palmer actives who demonstrate leadership and strong Palmer values and ideals. Current and past members of the society have contributed significantly to grow this fund over the years. Shi r l ey M . Par cher Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2004 by Shirley Bunker with a gift made in memory of her parents, Earl and Marie R. Parcher, for deserving students who are in good academic standing. Edwar d M . Pater son '43 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2004 by Dorothy Paterson in memory of her husband, Edward M. Paterson '43, for students who are athletic and active in the Boy Scouts. Br uce Patton '51 M em or i al Athl eti c Endowed Schol ar shi p Established by Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Patton, Sr. and fellow students in honor of Ensign W. Bruce Patton, Jr. '51, killed in a Navy plane crash in December 1953. This scholarship is awarded to deserving male students who par ticipate in campus athletics. Dr. Ger al d Patton Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1966 by Mrs. Blanche Patton in memory of her husband who taught at Whittier College and founded the Whittier College Copenhagen study abroad program. Per r y Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1943 for a deserving male student. Si ssel and Ri char d Pom boy Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1994 by former Whittier College trustee Richard Pomboy and his wife, Sissel, for deserving students of high moral character with GPAs of 3.5 or above.
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Edwi n '31 and M ar gar et Lar son Pr essey '33 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1977 in honor of Edwin '31 and Margaret Larson Pressey '33 for deserving students. M ar cus Quar l es Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2006 by Merrill Jessup '53 for an African American student who has made plans to be an organ donor. Audr ey Ri char dson M em or i al Vi ol i n Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1994 by John Richardson and Mary Davis as a memorial to their mother for a gifted and committed student studying music, preferably violin. John B. Robbi ns '51 M usi c Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2011 for instrumental music or vocal majors who have expressed an interest in teaching music in a public setting. Henr y Rosene and Rober t '44 and Al i eze Rosene Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1984 by Dr. Rober t Rosene '44 as the Henry C. Rosene Endowment in honor of his father for deserving students majoring in one of the physical sciences. Renamed in 2009 by Dr. Rosene's son Carl M. Rosene. Paul K . and Ni na '52 Schr oeder M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1989 by Mrs. Nina Schroeder '52 in memory of her husband, Paul Schroeder, who taught business administration at Whittier College for many years, for students enrolled in business administration or economics. Lel a Layne Sem ans '44 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2000 by Harold Semans in memory of his wife, Lela, for deserving students who are the parent of one or more young children. M ar i e (Qui nzel ) Sewel l Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1991 by Alan Sewell in honor of his mother for students preparing for careers in elementary education. M ar gar et M er r i l l Shannon Endowed Schol ar shi p Established by Whittier College Trustee Ruth B. Shannon, L.H.D. '92, and her husband, Ed, L.H.D. '92, in memory of Ed's sister for students who are planning to become counselors or teachers. Al yssa E.Si al ar i s'13 M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in memory of Alyssa who was a fierce student-athlete, accomplished scholar, and loyal friend who passed away unexpectedly at a young age. Funded by Alyssa's family and friends, this scholarship is meant to inspire generations of kinesiology and nutrition science students to pursue their goals with passion that rivals Alyssa's.
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Robi n (Hi l l ) Si natr a '66 M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2007 by Dr. Frank Sinatra '67, in memory of his wife for deserving student with financial need. Vi ncent Si natr a '33 M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in the mid-1980s by family, friends, and alumni in memory of Vincent Sinatra '33 for deserving students who demonstrate good citizenship within the College community and maintain a GPA of 3.00 or above. Del phi ne P. Sm i th Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2001 in memory of Delphine P. Smith, the mother of College Trustee Emerita Charlotte Graham, L.H.D. '99. El den '62 and Bar bar a '63 Sm i th Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1992 by former Whittier College trustee Elden Smith '62 and his wife, Barbara '63, for students majoring in business administration or economics. Wal ter H. and Hel en J. Spi cer Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1995 by Walter H. and Helen J. Spicer for students with excellent academic records who plan to major in business administration. John Stauffer Sci ence Endowed Fel l owshi p Established in 1972 by Dr. John Stauffer, LLD '59, a Whittier College trustee from 1958 to 1973, for deserving students majoring in chemistry or biology. John Stauffer Tr ust Endowed Sci ence Schol ar shi p Established in 1985 by Dr. John Stauffer, LLD '59, a Whittier College trustee from 1958 to 1973, for deserving students majoring in chemistry or biology. Al fr ed J. Stevens Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1974 by the daughters of Alfred J. Stevens for female students studying business administration. M ar ti n A. and M i l dr ed L. Stewar t '32 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1986 by Mildred L. Stewar t '32 for a deserving student. Bobbi e Stol l '52 Endowed Schol ar shi p for Jour nal i sm / Com m uni cati on M aj or s Established in 2002 in memory of Barbara (Connolly) Stoll '52 by Janet and John Cauffman '45 for students who demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in journalism or who write for the Quaker Campus newspaper.
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Em m a Str ai n Endowed Schol ar shi p Established circa 1974 by Roy Q. Strain '27 in memory of his mother, Emma Strain. Roy Q. '27 and Li sl e M . Str ai n Endowed Schol ar shi p Established circa 1974 by Roy Q. Strain '27 in memory of his wife, Lisle M. Strain. Am os and M ati l da Hadl ey Stuar t Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1940 by Eldredge A. Stuar t in memory of his parents for students displaying solid citizenship and scholastic success. K ei th and Judi th (K j el l ber g) Swayne '63 Schol ar shi p for Tr ansfer Students Established in 2010 by Keith Swayne and his wife, Whittier College Trustee Judith Swayne '63, for students with financial need who are transferring to Whittier from any community college in Orange County, California. Char l es E. Sydnor '17 - Wi l l i am V. M ar shbur n Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1987 by Charlotte (Sydnor) Heasley in honor of her father, Charles E. Sydnor '17; grandfather, Dr. William V. Marshburn; and mother, Cora A. Marshburn Sydnor '15, for wor thy and deserving students. Tal bott Fam i l y Endowed Schol ar shi p for M athem ati cs and Com puter Sci ence Established in 2008 by Janet and E. Guy Talbott '63 for math and computer science students. Geor ge K .Tenopi r '48 Endowed Schol ar shi p Created in 2007 by Dr. Carol Tenopir '74 in honor of her father, George Tenopir '48, M.A. '49, and his long and distinguished service to Whittier College for deserving students with financial need. Gar y Towel l '76 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2004 with gifts given in memory of Gary Towell '76, for deserving students, preferably from Torrance, California, or the South Bay Beach Cities/LAX area. Hel en Ul i ti n Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1993 by the YWCA of the Foothills in memory of the life and work of Helen Ulitin for a female student who intends to pursue a career in public service. Fr ances E. Van Ri per '45 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in honor of Frances E. Van Riper '45 for a deserving student. Rosa Lee Bl ack Votter i '62 and M i l l ar d Votter i Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2018 by Rosa Lee Black Votteri '62 and her husband, MillardVotteri, to benefit a student with financial need and in good academic standing who has an interest in pursuing a career addressing social change. Geor ge E. and M aye J. Wanber g Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1947 by Mr. and Mrs. George E. Wanberg of Whittier, with preference given to male students preparing for YMCA work.
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Ruth and John Wel l s Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2018 by Dori Rodi-Shryock '64 in honor of her parents, Ruth and John Wells, to benefit female students who aspire to careers in the health sciences. Whi tti er Col l ege Endowed Veter an's Schol ar shi p Established by an anonymous donor for a child of U.S. military service personnel. Davi d E. Wi ck er '49 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established by Joan Wicker, alumni, friends, and colleagues of David Wicker '49, for students who plan to become teachers. Mr. Wicker was a prominent local educator. Dwi ght L. '30 and M ar y A. Wi l l i am s '31 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in suppor t of the liberal ar ts by Dwight '30 and Mary Williams '31 for a deserving student. Neal , Devon, and I an Wi l l i am s M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2007 with gifts from family friends and colleagues of longtime Whittier College employee Jan Williams '06. M ar y E. Wyatt '61 M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1980 by Mr. and Mrs. Bradley Wyatt and others in honor of Mary Wyatt '61, for a student majoring in psychology. Mary Wyatt was a par t- time member of the faculty and staff at Whittier College. YM CA Dani el Luther Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1949 by the Pacific Southwest YMCA. Gl enn E. Yocum Endowed Schol ar shi p for Rel i gi ous Studi es i n M em or y of El i zabeth " Bi tty" Cover t M cLel l an Established in 2018 by the Bitty Foundation and Stephen McClellan '75 in memory of his daughter, Bitty McLellan, and in honor of professor Glenn Yocum who taught religious studies at Whittier for more than three decades. The scholarship will benefit a student with an academic interest in religious studies. Wi l l i am Penn Soci ety Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2019 with a challenge grant from Brad Woolsey ?69, this scholarship will benefit a deserving William Penn Society student who demonstrates leadership and strong Penn values and ideals. Penn alumni and actives have also generously contributed.
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Gwen (Vaden) Woi r haye?60 and M ahl on Woi r haye Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2018 by Gwen and Mahlon Woirhaye, this scholarship will benefit a Whittier College student with priority given to a student who is the first in his or her family to attend college.
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ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS ESTABLISHED THROUGH A BEQUEST Bequests are responsible for nearly 50 endowed scholarships at Whittier College. These funds often bear the names of donors or carry the memory of their loved ones. By designating Whittier College as a beneficiary in their will or trust, generous alumni and friends of the College create their personal legacy, and are honored during their lifetime as members of our Philadelphian Society. We are happy to provide additional information if you are interested in learning more. Car l W. Ack er m an Endowed Schol ar shi p Established by a bequest from the estate of Carl W. Ackerman for use in providing scholarship assistance to deserving students. Edwar d and Rosa Ahl swede Endowed Schol ar shi p Established by a bequest from the estate of Ada A. Pieper as a memorial to her parents, Edward and Rosa Ahlswede. M adge W. Al ver son Speech and Dr am a Endowed Schol ar shi p Established from the Alverson Trust for students majoring in or actively par ticipating in the speech and drama programs. Atheni an Soci ety Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2015 with a gift from the estate of Lady Lucie Margaret (Oldham) Mazzone ?39. The scholarship provides aid exclusively to active members of the Athenian Society who have an unmet financial need. Current Athenian alumnae have also contributed to the scholarship. M abel H. Bank head Endowed Schol ar shi p Established by the estate of Mrs. Bankhead, a 50-year resident of Whittier, for a deserving student. Bar bar a M or se Bar r Gr aduate Educati on Endowed Fel l owshi p Established in June 2010 with a gift from the estate of Barbara Morse Barr ?44 for a current undergraduate in child development or other field who is planning to continue on in Whittier?s M.Ed. program. 22
Al va G. Bel l ah Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1982 from the estate of Alva G. Bellah for a deserving student. Ral ph E. and Eul a Bi shop Endowed Schol ar shi p Established with a bequest from the Bishop estate for business administration students. Wanda L. Br adshaw ?47 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2012 with a bequest from the Bradshaw estate for students who are studying chemistry, math, or science. I l a and Vi ctor Br ock Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in October 2010 with a bequest from the Brock Family Trust for deserving students with financial need. W.O. and O.A. Br own Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1962 with a bequest from the estate of Otis A. Brown for a deserving student. Hazel Cal dwel l Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1979 by a bequest from the estate of Hazel Price Caldwell for female African-American students. John A. and Ruth B. Chr i sti ansen ?42 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2012 from the estate of John A. and Ruth R. Christiansen ?42 for male and female students with a GPA of 3.5 or higher pursuing a career in coaching, environmental sciences, and/or teaching. Ruth Schaefer Cor zi ne Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1969 from the estate of Ruth S. Corzine for a deserving student. Joseph P. ?36 and K athl een P. Cosand Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2009 from the estate of Mrs. Kathleen Cosand for a student with financial need. Ar dys M . Cox ?29 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1989 from the estate of Ardys Cox ?29 for a deserving student. Gr ace El i zabeth Di ck er son ?32 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1994 by bequests from the estate of Grace Elizabeth Dickerson ?32 for a deserving student. Rober ta J. For sber g ?36 Hum ani ti es Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1988 with a bequest from Rober ta Forsberg ?36, professor of English and literature, for students majoring in the humanities.
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M ar j or i e Johanna Fr ank ?48 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established from the estate of Marjorie Johanna (Frank) Gallard ?48 for a female student of Native American descent. Vi vi an Schul te Gar dner ?54 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2007 with a bequest from the estate of Vivian (Schulte) Gardner ?54 for students studying music. Rober t L. Gi ffor d Eagl e Scout Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1963 with a bequest from the estate of former Whittier College Trustee Rober t L. Gifford (1932-51) for students who have achieved the rank of Eagle Scout or who plan a life of service through scouting, the YMCA, or the ministry. Ber nar d and Esther Goer g Endowed Schol ar shi p Established with a bequest from the estate of Mrs. Goerg for deserving students. Car ol C. Gor don ?39 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2007 with a bequest from Carol (Collins) Gordon ?39 for students with financial need and scholastic achievement. Stanl ey and M ar j or i e Gr egor y Endowed Schol ar shi p Established with a bequest from the estate of Marjorie Gregory for a deserving student. Shi r l ey and Donal d Hal l Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1995 with a bequest from the estate of longtime Whittier area elementary school teacher Shirley Hall for a deserving student. Edna M . Ham pton M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1988 with a bequest from the estate of John E. Grigg in memory of his mother. Dor othy C. Heddens ?82 M em or i al Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1982 with a bequest from the estate of Dorothy C. Heddens ?82 for a deserving student. Howar d L. and Al i ce B. Hock ett Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1954 with a bequest from the estate of Howard and Alice Hockett and gifts from friends for music or business administration majors. Lawr ence B. and Syl vi a A. Hoefer Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1992 with a bequest from the estate of Virginia L. Harmon ?36 in memory of her parents.
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Wi l l i am H. Hor naday Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1993 with a bequest from the William H. Hornaday Trust for a deserving student. Bai l ey Howar d Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1975 with a bequest from Lucile W. Howard ?14 in memory of her husband Bailey Howard ?13, for chemistry students. Loi s E. Jam es ?40 Educati onal Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2002 with gifts from the estate of Dr. James who earned her bachelor?s and master's degrees at Whittier before receiving her doctorate from Stanford University in 1949. A professor of biology at Whittier (1942-1979), she pioneered botany studies in Baja California, often leading students on extended boat trips from San Diego to the coastal lagoons and offshore islands along the Baja Coast. Laur a Jones ?49 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2001 with a bequest from the estate of Laura Jones ?49. Joseph Landon and Si byl H. Landon ?38 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2007 with a bequest from the estate of Dr. Joseph Landon and Mrs. Sibyl H. Landon ?38 for students majoring in elementary education. Paul A. and Fr anci s K . Lewi s Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1995 with a bequest from the Frances K. Lewis Trust for a deserving student. Jay R. and El i zabeth T. Li vi ngston Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1978 with a bequest from the estate of Elizabeth T. Livingston. Har r y M axwel l M cPher son ?23 and Jessam yn West M cPher son ?23 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2004 with bequests from the estates of author Jessamyn West McPherson and her husband Harry for a deserving student. Beul ah Bar tl ett and Bl ythe M onr oe Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1994 with a bequest from the estate of Beulah D. Bar tlett. John and El si e M ur fett Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1979 with a bequest from the estate of Elsie Murfett. Wayne Pack er ?54 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2005 with a bequest from the estate of Wayne Packer ?54 for deserving students who are in good academic standing.
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Laur ance Shi el ds ?48 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 2007 with gifts from the estate of Mr. Shields for deserving students with financial need. Nor a and Woody Sm i th Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1998 with a bequest from the estate of Gwendolyn SmithLarkinson?29 in memory of her parents. Lor r ai ne Thom pson ?36 Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1990 with a bequest from the estate of Mrs. Lorraine Thompson ?36 for female students majoring in physical education. Raym ond C. Thom pson Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1979 with bequest from the estate of Dr. Thompson for deserving students majoring in chemistry, physics, mathematics, or biology. M ay Ver tr ees Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1973 with bequests from the estate of May Ver trees, a member of the foreign languages faculty at the College from 1922 to 1926, for male students planning on a career in teaching. Bonni e Bel l War dm an Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1968 with gifts from the estate of Bonnie Bell Wardman, wife of Aubrey Wardman, for junior and senior female students who plan on becoming teachers. Mr. and Mrs. Wardman were both long-serving trustees of Whittier College. Ed J. and Ruth Wudel Endowed Schol ar shi p Established in 1986 with a bequest from the estate of Ruth Wudel for students who have demonstrated academic excellence and sound moral character.
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JOHN GREENLEAF WHITTIER ANNUAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS Together with endowed scholarships, gifts designated to the Whi tti er Fund - Schol ar shi ps underwrite most of the scholarship funding our students receive. Among the most loyal suppor ters of the Whittier Fund are members of the John Gr eenl eaf Whi tti er Soci ety. For those leaders who par ticipate at the Trustee Circle and President?s Council levels, we are proud to name merit scholars in their honor. These annual scholarships are awarded to outstanding Whittier College students on the basis of academic merit.
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Alan '71 and Irene Lund Fred '66 and Marilyn Anderson James '71 and Joyce (Eakin) Brown '71 Janet Rober ts '64 and Edgar Clark Richard and Kate Wiley Peter Feinberg '82
Fred '66 and Marilyn Anderson Lois Hardy '53 (?) Michael and Meghan Morrissey Edgar Clark and Janet Rober ts '64 William '68 and Kim Wardlaw
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Alber t '66 and Carliene Anderson Bharat and Ragini Patel Richard Llewellyn and Christopher Caldwell Christopher '62 and Diane DeRoche Cross Edwin '79 and Claudia Keh James '62 and Michael Ann Mitchell '63 James and Jennifer (Landford) Fuller '82 Kathleen Kane '71 Raymond and Helen Har tung Richard Lichtenstein and Melanie Cotton Rober t '62 and Ann (Rosenkrans) Zemsky '60 William Younis '75 William '68 and Kim Wardlaw Danielle Hardner '85
Jason and Carey Halio '95 Raymond and Helen Har tung Kathleen Kane '71 Alan '71 and Irene Lund Rober t '62 and Ann (Rosenkrans) Zemsky '60
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NAMED ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIPS Whittier College is pleased to recognize the generous suppor t of donors who have named the following annual scholarships in suppor t of students across various disciplines at the College. Ahm anson Foundati on Col l egi ate Schol ar shi ps Established to provide financial assistance for students in good academic standing with financial need, across all majors. Ahm anson Foundati on Veter an Schol ar shi ps Established to provide financial assistance for student veterans eligible for the Post 9/11 GI Bill, across all majors. Assi stance League of Whi tti er Schol ar shi p Established in 2006 for use in providing scholarship assistance preferably for single parents residing in the Greater Whittier area. Beck m an Coul ter Foundati on Fi r st-Gener ati on STEM Student Schol ar shi ps Established in 2018 for first-generation students majoring in the STEM disciplines. Since 2007, the Beckman Coulter Foundation has served as the philanthropic arm of Beckman Coulter, funding programs that focus on science, science education and health care-related initiatives that improve patient health and the quality of life. Br ethr en Com m uni ty Foundati on John Gr eenl eaf Whi tti er M er i t Schol ar s Established in 2015 through the generosity of the Brethren Community Foundation, Willard ?55 and Harriet Harris, and Bruce Crouch, to suppor t deserving students from local communities. Chr i sti an Leader shi p M er i t Schol ar shi p Suppor ted by Bob H. ?56 and Joan Blechen since 1981 for students who demonstrate outstanding Christian leadership at Whittier College. The Edi son STEM Schol ar s Pr ogr am at Whi tti er Col l ege Suppor ted by Edison International since 2014 to benefit students majoring in STEM disciplines. Jeannette Henr y Goek e ?62 Annual Schol ar shi p Suppor ted since 2010 by Rober t Goeke in memory of his wife, Jeannette ?62, for a music student in good academic standing with financial need. Chr i s Gi l l ette ?69 Thal i an Al um nae Schol ar shi p In memory of Chris Gillette ?69 and her passion for the Thalian Society, this scholarship award is given annually by the Thalian alumnae at the Thalian Senior Tea. The award goes to an active graduating senior in order to suppor t a rising alumna and to promote Thalian sisterhood after graduation.
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Car l ene Rober tson Huey ?66 Thal i an Al um nae Schol ar shi p Suppor ted by Thalian alumnae in memory of their beloved Carlene who was a key figure for the society, the annual scholarship exclusively benefits Thalian actives. I oni an Soci ety Al um nae Schol ar shi p Established in 2014, this scholarship is awarded annually by Ionian alumnae to a deserving active who demonstrates the Ionian Society ideals of grace, simplicity, and strength. The alumnae committee also takes into account community service and extracurricular activities. Paul M oor e ?04 and Al l i son M oor e-Sm i th ?00 Teachi ng Schol ar shi p Suppor ted by Paul ?68 and Connie Moore for deserving students majoring in history who plan to become teachers. Nor m a L. M ur dy Schol ar shi p Established by the late Whittier College Trustee Maxine Murdy Trotter ?47 and her late husband, George, in honor of her mother, Norma Lorbeer Murdy, for students with exemplary GPAs, strong work ethics, and a desire to excel in their chosen careers. Dani el l e Har dner ?85 Sci ence and Lear ni ng Center Schol ar shi p Suppor ted by Danielle Hardner ?85, a generous donor to the new Science & Learning Center, to benefit students majoring in STEM disciplines. Huber t Per r y Study Abr oad Schol ar shi p Pr ogr am Enabling students to study abroad and conduct research in China, this scholarship is made possible through the generosity of Tien Zee ?61 and the Intex Foundation in honor of Huber t Perry ?35. M i guel Santana '91 Student Schol ar shi p Established by Trustee Miguel Santana ?91 to suppor t Latinx students, with a goal of increasing Latinx leadership through college completion and civic engagement.
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FELLOWSHIPS Fellowships add marketable work skills and practical experience to students?classroom knowledge. These oppor tunities often combine a scholarship (or stipend) with a mentored experience with a faculty advisor for research and creative projects, or an internship supervisor. Fellowships fund a specific purpose such as education, research and creative activities, teaching, or public service. We are pleased to recognize the generous suppor t of donors who have created fellowships to suppor t these meaningful experiences. Read fascinating stories of our fellows at www.whittier.edu/news/fellowships.
ENDOWED Don ?50 and Vi r gi ni a Baudr and Endowed Fel l owshi p i n Chem i str y Established in 2013 by Donald '50 and Virginia Baudrand to help provide summer research oppor tunities for the most talented students of the Depar tment of Chemistry. Jan Cauffm an Endowed Fel l owshi p Established in 2014 by Trustee Jan Cauffman to provide financial suppor t to talented undergraduate students and provide them oppor tunities to work with faculty to help them develop and implement new and improved courses utilizing digital technologies. Bar bar a Ondr asi k ?57 and Dr. Davi d E. Gr oce Sum m er Under gr aduate Resear ch Fel l owshi p (SURF) Established by Barbara Ondrasik ?57 and Dr. David E. Groce to enable students to conduct summer research in a variety of academic fields under the guidance of a Whittier College faculty mentor. Jeffr ey Li ndstr om ?94 Endowed Fel l owshi p i n Pol i ti cal Sci ence Established in 2014 by Evgeniya Lindstrom in memory of her late husband Jeffrey Lindstrom ?94 to provide research and travel oppor tunities for an undergraduate student who embodies Jeff?s strengths and talent and who shows evidence of significant growth, potential, and ambition.
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Jan Lopez Wood Endowed Fel l owshi p i n Studi o Ar ts Established by Whittier College Trustee Emeritus Bill Wood, L.H.D.?98, in honor of his wife, Jan, for an ar t student.
TERMED Al i anza de l os Am i gos / M ar ti n Or ti z ?48 Fel l owshi p Dedicated to suppor t a Latino student who is involved with a Latino leadership organization on campus and maintains a competitive GPA. In the spirit of Dr. Or tiz, this student fellow should be a leader who is an active ?doer.? Br ethr en Com m uni ty Foundati on Fel l owshi p Established by the Brethren Community Foundation in par tnership with Global Par tners for Development to suppor t student service projects in Tanzania. M ar y Davi s Fel l owshi p i n Publ i c Ser vi ce Established by Mary Davis to suppor t students who are pursuing internships or field research related to economic development and the general improvement of the human condition. I ntex Fel l owshi p With the generous suppor t of Tien Zee ?61, Whittier College has established the Intex Fellowships for students to intern at the Intex Corporation in Xiamen, China. K eck Under gr aduate Sum m er Resear ch Fel l owshi p With suppor t from the W.M. Keck Foundation, these research fellowships are available to first year and sophomore STEM majors. The fellowship provides an oppor tunity for students to engage in a substantial summer undergraduate research project with a faculty mentor. M el l on M ays Under gr aduate Fel l owshi p Open to students of all races and ethnicities, the program?s fundamental objective is to increase the number of promising, underrepresented students who will enter the professoriate in core ar ts-and-sciences fields, thereby helping to diversify faculty at institutions of higher education. Ri char d M . Ni xon ?34 Fel l owshi p Established in honor of the 37th president of the United Sates, Richard Nixon ?34, it is designed to prepare exceptional students for informed citizenship and public service. Jam es R. Par k s Fel l owshi p Established in 2008 by Whittier College Trustee James R. Parks and his beloved wife Jennifer to enable a rising sophomore or junior majoring in business administration to secure an international or domestic internship.
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Jam es R. Par k s Pr i ze Established in 2008 by Whittier College Trustee James R. Parks for first- or second-year students majoring in business who have been identified as having potential as a leader in the business community upon graduation. Pi tts Fam i l y Foundati on Study Abr oad Fel l owshi p Established through The Pitts Family Foundation by Whittier College alumni Nathaniel Pitts ?69, Frances (Pitts) Smith ?60, and Kathleen (Pitts) Bias ?65 to provide assistance to African American students to study abroad. Cather i ne Standi for d ?81 Ar tem i s Fel l owshi p Established by Catherine Standiford ?81 to suppor t internship and research oppor tunities in Whittier College?s Center for Engagement with Communities (CEC). Yao Yuan Sze Fel l owshi p i n K i nesi ol ogy Established by the Yao Yuan Sze Foundation to suppor t students interested in conducting kinesiology research with a faculty member.
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ENDOWED PROFESSORSHIPS Endowed professorships lend distinction and strength to the Whittier College faculty. These named chair positions are bestowed upon faculty whose research, teaching and/or public service have uniquely contributed to the mission of their depar tment and the College. In addition to the academic honor, the endowed professorship provides funding for the faculty member?s salary, research, and professional development oppor tunities. The Roy E. and M ar i e G. Cam pbel l Di sti ngui shed Chai r i n Bi ol ogy Dr. Roy E. Campbell, director of the U.S. Entomological Laboratory, provided for the endowment of a chair in biology from the proceeds of his estate. The Campbell Chair suppor ts a distinguished faculty member in that depar tment, and assists the College in enriching teaching and research activities. The C. M i l o Conni ck Chai r i n Rel i gi on Named in honor of the late Dr. C. Milo Connick, professor emeritus of religion and college trustee, this endowed chair provides funds for suppor t of distinguished faculty in the field of religious studies. Funding for the chair was made possible through the suppor t of Dr. C. Milo Connick, Richard and Sharon Ettinger, Jr. and Ray and Joan Dezember.
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The Genevi eve Shaul Conni ck Chai r i n Rel i gi on Named in memory of Genevieve Shaul Connick, wife of Dr. Milo C. Connick, professor emeritus of religion and college trustee, this endowed chair provides suppor t for a faculty member in religious studies. Funding for the chair was provided by the estate of Dr. C. Milo Connick with matching funds from Whittier College. The Ri char d and Bi l l i e Dei hl Di sti ngui shed Chai r Richard Deihl ?49 and his wife Billie (Beane) Deihl ?50, both alumni, established this endowed chair in 1993 to provide funds for suppor t of a distinguished scholar. A prominent executive in the financial services industry, Richard served on the Whittier College Board of Trustees from 1970-1982 and from 1992-2002, and was named Trustee Emeritus in 2006. The Dougl as W. Fer guson Chai r i n Econom i cs and Busi ness Adm i ni str ati on Named in honor of Douglas W. Ferguson, long-time member of the Whittier College Board of Trustees, the chair was endowed at the time of his retirement as Chief Executive Officer, Quaker City Federal Savings and Loan. The endowed chair provides funds for suppor t of a distinguished faculty member in the field of international economics. The Jam es I r vi ne Foundati on Chai r i n the Bi ol ogi cal Sci ences Established through the generosity of the James Irvine Foundation, this endowed chair provides for the suppor t of a faculty member in the field of biological sciences, who has distinguished him/ herself as an instructor, researcher and author. The Fl etcher Jones Chai r i n M ol ecul ar Bi ol ogy or Geneti cs The funding for the Fletcher Jones endowed chair was generously provided through the Fletcher Jones Foundation. This Endowment provides funds for suppor t of a distinguished faculty member in the field of molecular biology or genetics. The Hazel Cooper Jor dan Chai r i n Ar ts and Hum ani ti es The Hazel Cooper Jordan Chair in Ar ts and Humanities was established in 2007 with a gift from Dr. Chester ?Chet? McCloskey ?40, and his wife, Olive (Jordan) McCloskey ?44, in memory of Olive?s mother, an alumna in the Class of 1912. Its purpose is to maintain and enhance Whittier College?s contribution to the languages and the humanities. The Chester and Ol i ve M cCl osk ey Chai r i n Chem i str y This fund was established in 2007 by Dr. Chester ?Chet? M. McCloskey ?40 and Olive (Jordan) McCloskey ?40 to suppor t the teaching, research, and services of an outstanding professor of chemistry who embodies inspirational and dedicated teaching in the sciences. The John M ur dy Chai r i n Busi ness and Econom i cs Funded by the Murdy Foundation and Trustee Emerita Maxine Murdy Trotter ?47, the John A. Murdy Chair in Business and Economics is named in honor of Mrs. Trotter?s father, former state senator John A. Murdy, Jr. and her brother John A Murdy III, a member of the Class of 1950 and a former college trustee. The Chair provides suppor t for a faculty member in the depar tments of business or economics.
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The W. Roy and Al i ce Newsom Chai r i n Chem i str y Named in honor of the late Roy Newsom, tenth President of Whittier College, and his wife Alice. The Newsom Chair provides suppor t for an outstanding scholar/ teacher in chemistry. W. Roy Newsom was a leader at Whittier College for for ty years: 1934 graduate, Professor of Chemistry and depar tment chair, Dean of the College, Vice President for Administration, and President of the College. The Al ber t Upton Chai r i n Engl i sh Language and Li ter atur e The Alber t Upton Chair in English Language and Literature commemorates the director of Whittier?s earlier liberal education curriculum, the General Studies Program, and the designer of a semantically oriented freshman English course, Design for Thinking. The holder of the Upton Chair is committed to the teaching of writing and plays an impor tant role in the College?s writing program. The Nadi ne Austi n Wood Chai r i n Am er i can Hi stor y Named in honor of Nadine Wood, the late wife of Donald ?Bill? Wood L.H.D. ?98, trustee and college treasurer, this endowed chair provides suppor t for a faculty member in American History. Nadine was active in community organizations, par ticularly the Whittier Historical Society, and the Friends of the Shannon Center. Bill has been a college trustee since 1975. C. Wr i ght M i l l s Chai r i n Soci ol ogy This endowed professorship was made possible through the generosity of the late Professor Emeritus Les Howard ?62. Howard?s desire was that the Chair would apply sociological theory to practice within a local or international community; promote social justice, especially for the disenfranchised; and use the resources of the appointment for student-centered activities. Yao Yuan Sze Chai r i n K i nesi ol ogy Established in 2015 through the generous suppor t of the Yao Yuan Sze Foundation of Bellevue, WA. Before his death in 2013, Yao Yuan Sze? a successful businessman, aerospace engineer, and philanthropist? came to appreciate Whittier College and its positive impact on students. He wished to suppor t the College?s work in providing transformative education in the areas of health and science.
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w e t hank you f or your cont inued suppor t . w e hope you enj oyed t his year 's vir t ual schol ar ship and Fel l ow ship appr eciat ion event .
For additional information about any of our scholarships, fellowships, or endowed faculty chairs, or to discuss your own philanthropic goals, please contact Eva Sevcikova '03, Associate Vice President of Development: 562/907-4288 or esevcikova@whittier.edu
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THANKYOU! YOURSUPPORTISESSENTIAL. Whittier College is a vibrant, residential, four-year liberal ar ts institution, where intellectual inquiry and experiential learning are fostered in a community that promotes respect for diversity of thought and culture. Whittier College remains committed to providing all students with the means to afford a quality education. With a majority of our undergraduates receiving some kind of financial assistance in order to continue their education, Whittier donors play an instrumental role in underwriting scholarship and fellowship suppor t each year. Our donors - individuals, foundations and organizations - place a high value on a Whittier College education. An endowment gift is an especially impor tant investment in our students because the funds generate a dedicated stream of ongoing suppor t each year. When endowed gifts are made, they exist in perpetuity and often honor or memorialize a cherished family member, professor, or coach. Generous Whittier College suppor ters, many of whom have been scholarship recipients themselves, know that providing suppor t to the next generation is essential to creating extraordinary outcomes for Whittier Students. We thank you for all you do.
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