Currently funded scholarships and awards are described here, followed by scholarships planned for the future either through a bequest or a fund building to a permanent endowment.
Named Tuition Scholarships
Named Off Campus J Term and Study Abroad Scholarships
Other Named Awards
The Milton A. Abelove ’35 Scholarship was established upon receipt of a memorial gift from Mr. Abelove’s daughter, Ann Siegel. The income is used for general scholarship purposes.
The Andrew and Betty Anderson Scholarship was created by former Trustee Bruce Anderson ’63 in memory of his parents. It is awarded to an incoming freshman who demonstrates outstanding academic achievement and who has financial need. It remains with the student for four years.
The Arkell Hall Foundation Scholarship in Music is awarded to a student who has demonstrated outstanding musicianship and achievement in the field.
The Harriet Babcock ’46 Nursing Scholarship was established by Cadet Nursing Corps graduate Harriet Babcock ’46. It is awarded annually to a non-traditional nursing student who demonstrates the professional values of altruism, autonomy, human dignity, integrity, and social justice in clinical practice as well as high academic achievement and financial need.
The David B. Baldwin Scholarship is named in honor of Professor Emeritus David Baldwin. It is awarded to an African American male with a GPA of 2.5 or above who has demonstrated financial need and is involved in a variety of extra-curricular activities.
The Samuel J. and Angeline Lambros Bertuzzi Scholarship is awarded to a student representing the character and values that the Bertuzzis exemplified as the best of the Oneonta community: generosity, caring, concern, involvement, honesty, openness, and personal vibrancy. Graduates of Oneonta High School with financial need are the intended recipients, although if a qualified one is not available, the graduates of nearby high schools who represent the same values may be selected.
The Donald F. Bishop ’35 and Edna Bishop Nursing and Scientific Scholarship was established through the estate of Donald F. Bishop ’35. It is designed to assist academically able students who intend to study nursing or the sciences. Preference is given to students in the New York towns of Olive and Shandaken in Ulster County along with students from Delaware and Greene Counties.
The Carol A. Bocher and Earl E. Deubler, Jr. H’91 Scholarship was established upon the retirement of these longtime Hartwick biology faculty members. It is awarded to a current second year biology student showing outstanding potential for a career in a field related to biology.
The Deborah M. Allen Brennan Memorial Scholarship was established by Professor Emeritus Daniel Allen H’94 and Constance Hartley Allen ’72 in memory of their daughter. It is given to an outstanding biology student who is interested in research and who is a junior at the time of Honors Convocation.
The Sarah Keyes Bresee Scholarship for Economics and Management was established by Sarah “Sally” Bresee in memory of her husband, Clyde F. Bresee. Income from the fund provides a scholarship to a deserving student with financial need who is studying in the departments of economics or business administration.
The Sarah Keyes Bresee Scholarship for Native American, African American, or Hispanic American Students was established by Marilyn Keyes Roper in memory of her mother, Sarah Keyes Bresee. The scholarship is awarded to a student of color with first preference to a Native American student who may be non-traditional; demonstrated financial need is not required.
The Stephen F. Brophy ’78 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2019 in loving memory of Stephen F. Brophy ’78 by the Brophy Family. The scholarship shall be awarded to Hartwick students in good academic standing, with demonstrated financial need and who are majoring or minoring in English. In recognition of Stephen’s passion for journalism and his role as Editor of Hartwick’s student newspaper, “Hilltops”, first preference shall be given to students writing for the College newspaper.
The Gladys Brooks Endowed Scholarship for Nursing Students was established in 2017 to provide a scholarships to students enrolled in the Three-Year Bachelor’s Degree Program or 18-month accelerated nursing program. Students will be selected based on educational achievement, leadership, and academic ability.
The Dr. Ronald M. Brzenk Endowed Scholarship was established in his honor by his former student, John C. Doolittle ’80. The scholarship is awarded to one or more continuing mathematics majors for outstanding academic achievement and a high degree of professional promise in the field of mathematics or a mathematics-related career.
The Walter J. and Anna H. Burchan Nursing Scholarships were established through the Burchans’ Charitable Trust and are awarded to nursing students with preference given to students from Delaware or Otsego counties (NY).
The Dottie Cenkner ’65 Scholarship was established by Dorothy Cenker Baldwin Wicker ’65, PhD. First preference is given to a female physics major with demonstrated financial need and a 3.25 GPA. Second preference is an incoming female student majoring in science, technology, engineering, or math with the required GPA and demonstrated financial need. Alternatively, any student majoring in the sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematics with demonstrated financial need and a 3.25 GPA may be considered.
The Margaret B. Chesebro Memorial Scholarship was established by Margaret B. Chesebro, a longtime member of Hartwick’s Citizens Board. It is awarded to academically able students maintaining a 3.0 GPA and demonstrating financial need.
The Community Bank N.A. Endowed Scholarship was established by Community Bank N.A. The scholarship shall be awarded to Upstate New York or Northeastern Pennsylvania students with demonstrated financial need.
The Class of 2017 Scholarship is awarded to a freshman demonstrating financial need and remains with the student through four years at Hartwick. The Class Scholarship is funded by gifts from current students, parents, alumni, and friends of the College and is awarded annually to an entering freshman based on financial need.
The John Clemens Scholarship for Study in Business was established by alumni, friends, family and colleagues of Professor Emeritus John Clemens. It is awarded annually to a rising senior with financial need, demonstrated leadership, and a GPA of 3.5 or higher in both business administration and overall.
The Close Family Scholarship was established by Gertrude Strong Close and is awarded to a student with high scholastic ability and demonstrated financial need.
The Community Bank N.A. Scholarship was established by Wilber National Bank, now Community Bank N.A., to provide scholarships for deserving students from within its service territory.
The Detweiler Global Fund Award was established by former Hartwick President Emeritus Richard A. Detweiler and his wife, Carol. The award recognizes the important contribution each international student makes to the education of every Hartwick student by bringing his or her own cultural and life experiences to the Hartwick community. In appreciation of both the accomplishments and special challenges of the international student, this award is given to a current sophomore or junior international student with financial need who has the highest grade point average. The Detweiler Global Fund was originally established by Dr. and Mrs. Richard Detweiler and includes funds contributed by many others who support this belief.
The Thomas J. Devane ’83 Memorial Scholarship in Business was established by Peter Van de Graaf ’83 in memory of his classmate. It is awarded to a business major with demonstrated financial need.
The Dewar Scholarship was established by the Dewar Foundation and is awarded to graduates of Oneonta High School with academic merit and/or financial need with a preference given to students who demonstrate both.
The Harry “Ed” Dorr ’49 and Joan Ullmann Dorr ’51 Scholarship was established with a bequest by the couple, who were Hartwick grandparents as well as alumni. It is awarded to a physics major/math minor selected by the Physics Department.
The Thurston J. Dox Memorial Scholarship in Music is awarded to two students in the Hartwick College choir who exemplify the musicianship, personal qualities, and vocal ability that Professor Dox strove for. One rising junior and one rising senior are chosen annually.
The Patricia and Richard Droesch Scholarship was established by their son, Trustee Edward B. Droesch ’82. The scholarship is awarded without restriction other than demonstrated financial need.
The Mary M. and Frank E. Drugovich First Generation Award was established by their daughter, Hartwick College President Margaret L. Drugovich P’12, and her partner, Elizabeth P. Steele P’12. It honors the opportunity for intellectual growth and career advancement that the President’s parents afforded her as a first generation college student. The scholarship is awarded to a qualified student or students with demonstrated financial need.
The Duke and Jenny Gandin Scholarship was established by their grandson, Hartwick Provost Michael Tannenbaum P’14. It will be awarded to first generation students, defined as a student or students with parents whose highest level of education is a high school diploma or less, who has demonstrated financial need.
The Dr. James J. Elting H’13 Memorial Scholarship was established by family and friends of former Hartwick Board Chair Dr. Jim Elting. The scholarship is awarded to two students with a 3.0 or higher GPA who demonstrate leadership and who plan a career or graduate study in medicine, athletics, sports medicine, physical therapy, sport management, or another area related to medicine, health care or athletics. The recipients will also have demonstrated financial need.
The Hilda J. Fero and Franklin L. Fero H’78 Scholarship was established to support a student from Montgomery County (NY) with a preference for graduates of Canajoharie Central School.
The Walter B. Ford Science Scholarship was established in memory of Dr. Ford, a noted mathematician whose family was originally from Oneonta, by his son, Clinton B. Ford. It is awarded to an academically able student studying natural sciences and demonstrating financial need.
The Joseph L. Fragola Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Joseph Fragola P’73 by his daughter, Trustee Kathi Fragola Hochberg ’73, and his wife, Elaine. The scholarship supports a student with demonstrated financial need and may be retained for four years contingent upon academic success and continued financial need. First preference is to award the scholarship to an incoming student declaring a major in French and with demonstrated financial need.
The Community Bank N.A. Scholarship in Memory of Linda S. French ’85 was established by Wilber National Bank, now Community Bank N.A., with a gift from the bank’s Board of Directors. The income provides a scholarship for a business administration major.
The Fulmer Family Scholarship was established by Trustee Keith J. Fulmer and Dr. Teresa T. Fulmer. It is awarded to students from the upstate New York area pursuing a major in nursing or business and who have demonstrated financial need.
The Roger and June Gareau Scholarship was established by their son, Brian R. Gareau ’80, and his wife, Patricia A. Gareau. The scholarship is awarded to a first generation student or students, defined as those with parents whose highest level of education is a high school diploma or less. The recipient(s) have demonstrated financial need.
The Gillroy Foundation Scholarship was established by the Gillroy Foundation and is awarded to students residing in New York City with demonstrated academic qualifications and financial need.
The Lawrence & Anna Glass Memorial Scholarship was established by their children, Naomi Glass ’52 and Alexander J. Glass. It is awarded to an entering student from an Otsego County (NY) public school with academic achievement. Anna Glass was a housemother at the College in the 1960s and ’70s.
The Carol A. Goodell and Menzo W. Goodell (1884) Scholarship is awarded to a graduate of Worcester Central School, Worcester, NY. Students demonstrating an average or better academic record and financial need may retain the scholarship for their four years at Hartwick College.
The Keith N. Granet ’79 Scholarship was established by Trustee Keith N. Granet ’79 for students with a desire to perform an internship in their area of study and demonstrated financial need.
The Guiseley Family Endowed Scholarship was established by Kenneth B. Guiseley ’55, P’80 and Elizabeth Schnackenberg Guiseley ’56, P’80. The scholarship is awarded to students majoring in the Division of Physical and Life Sciences, with preference given to chemistry and biochemistry majors with demonstrated financial need.
The George N. Haithwaite ’35 Scholarship was established by his nephew, E. Norman McGrattan. The scholarship shall be awarded to students from a rural area of New York State who intend to study a subject that “benefits others”, preferably education, the sciences or the arts (including theatre and music) and have demonstrated financial need.
The John Thomas Hamilton Endowed Scholarship was established by his daughter, Trustee Carol Ann Hamilton Coughlin ’86, and her husband, Paul J. Coughlin. The scholarship is awarded to students with demonstrated financial need, with preference for students in the social sciences.
The Hearst Foundation Nursing Scholarship Award provides partial tuition scholarships to first-year, continuing or transfer students enrolled in Hartwick College’s nursing program and with demonstrated financial need.
The William Randolph Hearst Endowed Scholarship is awarded to students from underrepresented groups, generally students who are African American, Latin American, or Native American.
The Holly Scholarship was established by Harry E. Hallenbeck, Jr. ’55 to benefit vocal students with promise and financial need. Mr. Hallenbeck majored in music at Hartwick, furthered his studies at the Boston University School of Music, and sang with the U.S. Army Band at West Point and the Sarah Caldwell Opera Company of Boston, MA.
The Alban W. Hoopes H’83 Memorial Scholarship was established by Dr. and Mrs. Alban Hoopes to provide annual assistance to an outstanding junior history or international relations major with a good academic record and financial need.
The Elizabeth S. Hoopes Memorial Award was established by Dr. and Mrs. Alban Hoopes in honor of his mother. The award is presented at Honors Convocation to a history major who has an excellent academic record and is planning a career in teaching.
The Robert Houghton ’76 Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a student leader who, like Robert Houghton, was elected by his peers to a position of considerable importance on campus (Student Senate) and who has financial need.
The Thomas Hughson Scholarship was established by Thomas Hughson, a local businessman and friend of the College, to provide assistance to students from the Oneonta (NY) area.
The Jessie E. Jenks Endowed Scholarship was established by Trustee Emerita Carol Young Woodard ’50, H’91, P’85. The scholarship is awarded to a rising senior woman on the basis of academic achievement, leadership, and financial need.
The Claire and John Johnstone Jr. ’54, H’90 Endowed Scholarship was established by Trustee Emeritus John Johnstone Jr. ’54, H’90 and his wife, Claire. It is awarded to students pursuing a major in the physical sciences with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher and demonstrated financial need.
The Rob Jordan ’98 Memorial Scholarship Fund was established by the Alpha Delta Omega Fraternity in memory of their ADO brother. The scholarship is awarded to a rising junior demonstrating promise of success in the field of photography and a passion for the medium. Preference is given to students pursuing a major in art with a concentration in photography or one of the minors in documentary photography or graphic communication.
The Peter D. Junemann ’65 Memorial Award was established by Dr. and Mrs. Henry R. Junemann in memory of their son. The income is to provide a scholarship to an outstanding music major.
The John T. Keene ’36 and Marion B. Keene Scholarship was established by John T. Keene ’36 for a student who demonstrates leadership potential, is active in extracurricular activities, is in good academic standing, and has financial need. First preference is given to students from the Gilbertsville (NY) area, then to students from the Township of Butternuts; otherwise to students from Otsego or Chenango counties.
The Keiter Scholarship was established by Herman S. Keiter H’82 and Dorothy H. Keiter to provide scholarship funds for students from Charlotte Valley Central School and Franklin Central School (NY). Mrs. Keiter taught at Charlotte Valley, Delaware Literary Institute (now Franklin Central School) and the former Kellogg Central School.
The Katherine K Kim Ph.D ’59 Endowed Scholarship Fund, was established in 2020 by Hartwick alumna Katherine Kyunghe Kim Ph.D ’59, in recognition of the generous scholarship she received to enroll in the nursing program at Hartwick College. This scholarship allowed Dr. Kim to come to the United States from Korea and ultimately earn a Ph.D leading to a long career as a nurse educator. The scholarship shall be awarded to student(s) with demonstrated financial need, in good academic standing (GPA of B or better) and interested in pursuing a career in health care. First preference shall be given to foreign students.
The John F. Kingston ’49 Award in Theatre provides a scholarship to the student who is most deserving, as determined by the Theatre Department. This award was established by John Kingston ’49, P’76 in memory of his son, Thomas.
The Christian S. Kirkegaard ’22, H’53 and Frieda F. Kirkegaard Scholarship was established by Edward and Betty Edler in memory of her parents. It is awarded to a junior or senior pre-medical student.
The Sophie Klepej ’51 Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a US resident student who has completed one year of studies in nursing and has a GPA of 3.0 or better and a need for financial assistance.
The Richard J. Kohlmeyer and Edward Rayher Award was established in memory of two former members of the Hartwick College mathematics faculty. The award is presented to a freshman or sophomore mathematics major who has done outstanding work.
The Edith M. Lacey Memorial Nursing Scholarship was established to memorialize Miss Lacey as the founder of the nursing program at Hartwick and its director for nearly 18 years. The scholarship supports a junior nursing student with demonstrated academic achievement and abilities (promise as a future nurse), personal deportment, and other outstanding characteristics.
The Dr. Elizabeth V. Lamphere ’38, H’97 Scholarship was established through a bequest by Dr. Lamphere, who had been chair of the Science Department of the Norwich City School System (NY). The scholarship is awarded to a junior chemistry major with an academic average of not less than 3.5, who is active in the Langmuir Chemical Society (the Chem Club).
The Roland C. & Dorothy J. Lansing Scholarship was established by the Lansings to benefit a worthy incoming or current student.
The Charles B. Lauren H’95 Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a student from the Bronx (NY) who demonstrates financial need. In his role as a trustee of The Hagedorn Fund, Dr. Lauren supported a variety of projects at Hartwick College.
The Bertus Clark Lauren and Marie Rowe Lauren H’48 Memorial Scholarship was established by Trustee Marie Rowe Lauren H’48 in memory of her husband, the Honorable Bertus Clark Lauren. After her death, additional funds were given by her family and friends as a memorial to the couple. The scholarship is awarded to a student from Oneonta or Otsego County (NY) with high achievement.
The Hartwick College Alumni Association Legacy Scholarship is awarded to outstanding legacy (child or grandchild of an alumnus/alumna) students with highest academic achievements, preferentially with need. The scholarship remains with the student for four years.
The Dr. Charles W. Leitzell Music Award was established by a gift from Florence Bayreuther ’39, who was a music education major when Dr. Leitzell was president of Hartwick College. The fund provides a scholarship to a senior woman music student chosen by the music faculty on the basis of need and ability who has demonstrated commitment to further music study.
The Tammy Linsner ’89 Memorial Award is presented to a premed senior with a GPA of 3.6 or higher who has shown commitment, motivation, involvement, and leadership within the Hartwick community. Tammy Linsner ’89 died as a result of an automobile accident while attending medical school.
The James Long and Albert Isgur Memorial Endowed Scholarship was established by their children, Stephanie Isgur Long ’84 and Trustee David H. Long ’83. The scholarship is awarded to students with demonstrated financial need, with preference for students with learning accommodations and/or students participating in special education programs.
The Andrew & Susan Lyon Memorial Scholarship was established through a bequest from Andrew and Susan Lyon. This scholarship is awarded to students from Bloomville, NY, or Delaware County, NY.
The Mary Hebbard MacArthur Scholarship was established by Dr. M. Hebbard MacArthur ’36 in memory of his mother. It is awarded to students residing in rural areas and studying mathematics and science, including pre-medical, pre-dental, and nursing.
The Dr. Robert E. Mansbach Scholarship was established by Charles ’72 and Carolyn Van Eps Paul ’73 in honor of Dr. Robert E. Mansbach, a retired religion professor. The award is presented at Honors Convocation to student(s) who show particularly outstanding growth in the spirit of liberal education.
The Dr. Robert E. & Maryalice Mansbach Scholarship was established by Lee and Sue Idleman in honor of their friends, the Mansbachs. This scholarship is awarded to a rising sophomore with a minimum 2.7 GPA; a commitment to the liberal arts; demonstrated financial need; involvement in a community action agency, organization, or institution in Oneonta; and showing promise of continuing that involvement throughout his/her Hartwick College career.
The Charlene D. ’77 and Allen J. Marx Endowed Scholarship was established by trustee Charlene D. Marx ’77, P’10, P’15 and Allen J. Marx P’10, P’15. The scholarship shall be awarded to students pursuing a nursing major with demonstrated financial need.
The Alfred F. Massari Memorial Language Award was established by family and friends in memory of Al Massari, a former professor of French at Hartwick College. It is presented to a first-year student studying a foreign language.
The Helen and Howard Mayer Scholarship is awarded to an academically able and financially deserving rising sophomore from western New York.
The Richard K. Meeker Award in English was established in memory of the late Professor Richard K. Meeker. It is awarded to an outstanding senior majoring in English.
The Behrend Mehrtens ’47 Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Dr. Behrend Mehrtens, a former professor of religion, and is awarded to a rising junior with demonstrated excellence in music.
The Edith Redder Michael ’37 Scholarship was established in her memory by the Michael family. First preference is for graduates of Red Hook Central High School, with secondary preference to students of Dutchess and/or Columbia counties, NY. Demonstrated financial need is preferred, but not required, to be eligible for this scholarship.
The Lewis W. and Ruth D. Miller Scholarship was established by Mrs. Miller in memory of her husband, a prominent local businessman and strong supporter of Hartwick College. Recipients are students from Otsego or Delaware counties (NY) who demonstrate academic achievement and financial need.
The Deborah G. and Franklin L. Morton P’12 Scholarship was established by Deborah Morton P’12 and Franklin L. Morton P’12. The scholarship is awarded to first-generation students with demonstrated financial need.
The Helen Leitzell Mosher Scholarship is awarded in recognition of the academic achievement, character, citizenship, and scholarship need of a nursing or music major. Mrs. Mosher was the daughter of Charles Leitzell, the second president of Hartwick College.
The Moyer Family Scholarship was established by Joan and trustee emeritus Robert H’98 Moyer and is awarded to students with demonstrated financial need with first preference to students from the Oneonta, NY, area.
The Daniel P. Moynihan H’78 and Elizabeth B. Moynihan H’96 Scholarship was established by the couple through the Derrymore Foundation. This scholarship is awarded to graduates of Charlotte Valley Central School (NY).
The Margaret Wilson Nelson ’41 Scholarship was established by her family and is awarded to a first-year student who has financial need and an interest in humanities and social service.
The Robert Harlem, Sr. Oneonta Newman Scholarship was established by the Newman Foundation. This award is for a male full-time student maintaining at least a 3.0 GPA with involvement in community service and demonstrated financial need. Religious affiliation is not a consideration.
The Susan Nesbitt Oneonta Newman Scholarship was established by the Newman Foundation in honor of Mrs. Nesbitt, a former lay chaplain at Hartwick College. This award is for a female full-time student maintaining at least a 3.0 GPA with involvement in community service and demonstrated financial need. Religious affiliation is not a consideration.
The Robert E. Newnham ’50, H’96 Mathematics Scholarship is presented in memory of Dr. Newnham, an award-winning scientist, inventor, and educator. It supports a mathematics major demonstrating outstanding academic achievement, intellectual curiosity, and the intent to pursue a professional career in the field of mathematics.
The Nursing Alumni Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually by the Alumni Association through its Nursing Committee for use during the senior year of study by a nursing student. Selection is based on academic record, participation, and potential as a member of the nursing profession.
The A. Lindsay and Olive B. O’Connor Foundation Annual Scholarship is awarded to students from Delaware County studying nursing. Recipients may be full-time, part-time, or non-traditional students.
The A. Lindsay and Olive B. O’Connor Foundation Endowed Scholarship was established through a bequest from the A. Lindsay and Olive B. O’Connor Trust. It assists worthy nursing students with demonstrated financial need. First preference is given to students from Delaware County, NY.
The Frank E. Perrella ’50, H’93 Scholarship in History was established by Frank E. Perrella ’50, H’93. Two awards are made – one to a rising sophomore and one to a rising junior – who have demonstrated academic achievement and promise in the field of history.
The Frank E. Perrella ’50, H’93 Scholarship in Business Administration, established by Frank E. Perrella ’50, H’93, is awarded to a rising sophomore and a rising junior who have demonstrated academic achievement and promise in the field of business administration.
The Frank E. Perrella ’50, H’93 Scholarship in Music was established by Frank E. Perrella ’50, H’93. Awards recognize a rising sophomore and a rising junior who have demonstrated academic achievement and promise in the field of music.
The Carl and Lily Pforzheimer Foundation Scholarship was established by the foundation for deserving students demonstrating financial need.
The Philip E. Potter Foundation Scholarship is awarded to students without restriction, but with a preference for graduates of Oneonta High School (NY).
The Pruchansky Endowed Scholarship was established by Mary and Steven R. Pruchansky P’10. The scholarship is awarded to students with demonstrated financial need who reside outside of the State of New York.
The Robinson Broadhurst Foundation Scholarship is awarded to graduates of Stamford Central School, Worcester Central School (NY), or Winchendon Public School (MA). Students must have attended the school from grades 9-12 and be in good standing according to Hartwick College standards.
The Helen R. Rowan P’84 Scholarship for the Arts was established by her son, former Trustee Marcus R. Rowan ’84. The scholarship is awarded to female students majoring in art with demonstrated financial need.
The Dorothy H. Rowe and Eva Newton Rowe (1891) Scholarship was established in 1996 through the estate of Jeannette Ingham “Trot” Waterman, a good friend of Dorothy Rowe’s. Eva Newton Rowe was Dorothy’s mother and a graduate of Hartwick Seminary.
The Frances E. Rowe Scholarship was established through the trust of Frances E. Rowe to benefit students from Oneonta, NY.
The Robert L. Rowe ’81 Endowed Scholarship was established by Trustee Rob Rowe ’81 for students with a major in theater, business administration, or minor in finance and demonstrated financial need.
The C. Douglas Rowley ’41 Scholarship was established in 2018 by the children of C. Douglas Rowley ’41. The scholarship is awarded to a rising junior enrolled in the pre-med program, in good academic standing, and with demonstrated financial need.
The Rural County Scholarship was established by former Trustee Lisa Schulmeister Karlin ’78 and is awarded to students with demonstrated financial need from rural counties, with preference given to students from Schoharie County (NY).
The Esther Shaul Rushing ’37 Scholarship was established by her son, Douglas R. Rushing, PhD. The scholarship is awarded to female students with demonstrated financial need majoring or minoring in mathematics.
The Sanyo Scholarship provides financial support to an economics or business administration major who demonstrates outstanding academic leadership.
The E. Perrie Saxton ’53 Scholarship was established by the family and friends of former nursing professor and department chair Edna “Perrie” Perrine Saxton ’53. The scholarship supports a rising junior or senior nursing student in either the 3 or 4 year degree program with demonstrated academic excellence and a commitment to improve the health of their community.
The Semenenko Clark Award for Excellence in Art & Art History was established by Christine Semenenko P’09 to promote excellence in the Department of Art and Art History. Funds support students as they excel in their chosen areas.
The Richard A. Schoof ’50 Annual Scholarship Fund for Pre-Medical Studies was established by Dick Schoof ’50 on the occasion of his 65th class reunion. The scholarship is awarded to a student pursuing pre-medical studies and who has demonstrated financial need.
The Ellis C. Shultis and Augusta H. Shultis ’34 Scholarship was established by a bequest from longtime teacher Augusta Hare Shultis ’34. It is awarded to students with distinguished high school or college records in English and/or students from Greene County, New York.
The Gertrude Skelly Foundation Scholarship is awarded to continuing, first-year, or transfer students in nursing based on financial need and academic standing in the nursing program.
The Everal J. and Evelyn Friend Smith Scholarship is awarded to a deserving student from Franklin and/or St. Lawrence Counties in northern New York State, the region in which Everal and Evelyn Smith were born. However, awards shall not be limited to that region.
The Grace Jones Spain Scholarship was established as a memorial by her daughter, Joann S. Rasmussen. Mrs. Spain was a pioneer in nursing and an advocate for improved healthcare who dedicated much of her professional life to the settlement houses of New York City. The scholarship is awarded to a rising junior nursing or health professional major demonstrating academic achievement and financial need.
The St. Lucian and Anguillan Scholarship was established by former Trustee Erna Morgan-McReynolds and her husband, Tom Morgan, to benefit students from the St. Lucia or Anguilla islands of the Caribbean.
The Otto Steinbach Memorial Scholarship in Chemistry was established in memory of Chemistry Professor Dr. Otto Steinbach by both his former student Elizabeth Lamphere ’38 H’97 and his wife Grace Steinbach ’38. The scholarship is awarded to a rising junior or senior chemistry or biochemistry major who has demonstrated high academic achievement.
The Otis A. Thompson Foundation Scholarship was established to honor Mr. Thompson for his 50 years of service in banking and his great interest in education. The scholarship is awarded to students from Chenango, Otsego, or Delaware counties (NY).
The Albert H. Ubert H’79 Scholarship was established to provide an award to a student associated with an active campus ministry program who demonstrates financial need, scholarship, and leadership.
The John and Harriet VanWoert Scholarship was established by the VanWoerts to provide general financial aid.
The Marguerite “Peg” Waters Memorial Scholarship was established by her brother, Joseph G. Waters ’51, and his wife, Barbara R. Waters ’52. The scholarship is awarded to students majoring in Peg Waters’ field of nursing who demonstrate financial need and are in good academic standing.
The Barbara F. Wilder H’93 and Philip S. Wilder, Jr. H’93 Citizenship Award was established in honor of Dr. Philip Wilder, President of Hartwick College from 1977-1992. The fund provides a scholarship to a rising senior whose career at Hartwick exemplifies outstanding leadership, campus citizenship, and strong academic performance.
The Dewitt C. & Lida J. Yager Scholarship was established by J. Kenneth and Alice Yager. The scholarship is awarded to a first-year student raised in Otsego, Delaware, or Schoharie (NY) counties who has maintained at least a B average in high school and demonstrates financial need.
The Young-Woodard Endowed Scholarship was established by Trustee Emerita Carol Young Woodard ’50, H’91, P’85 and her husband Ralph Woodard P’85 in memory of Carol’s mother. It is awarded annually to an entering freshman woman with demonstrated financial need.
FUTURE NAMED TUITION SCHOLARSHIPS (pending full funding)
The Rosetta Broughton Scholarship was established by Trustee Janet G. Mitchell ’71 in memory of her mother. The scholarship will be awarded to an African American female pursuing a degree in business or sociology.
The Class of 1973 Scholarship was established by alumni of the Class of 1973.
Dr. Lore Ferguson ’54 Scholarship was established by Lore Ferguson ’54.
The Scott ’80 and Susan Holdren ’81 Scholarship was established by Susan Pomeroy Holdren ’81 and Scott Holdren ’80.
The Betty C. Jones ’53 Scholarship was established by Betty Cheyne Jones ’53
Kurt and Elizabeth Neunzig Memorial Pine Lake Scholarship was established by Trustee Steven R. Suleski ’76. The scholarship will be awarded to rising senior or junior students with first preference to students living and studying at the Pine Lake Environmental Campus. Students studying any discipline are eligible for this award.
The Ernest W. and Grace M. Rogers Endowed Scholarship in Political Science was established by her son, William B. Rogers ’77 and her daughter, Ellen M. Snyder ’81, P’15.
The James A. Sidford ’85 Endowed Scholarship was established by James A. Sidford ’85.
The Woodard Student Assistance Fund was established by Mr. Ralph Woodard in 2016. It is to be awarded annually to a student demonstrating financial need.
NAMED J TERM AND STUDY ABROAD SCHOLARSHIPS
The Andrew and Betty Anderson J Term Scholarship was created by former Trustee Bruce Anderson ’63 in memory of his parents. This scholarship is awarded to students wishing to participate in a Hartwick College off campus January Term Program. Students must demonstrate good academic standing with financial need being preferred, but not required.
The Richard L. ’62 and Carol V. Clapp J Term Fund was endowed by former Trustee Richard Clapp ’62 and his wife, Carol, to support student pursuit of off campus J Term programs.
The Dewar J Term Scholarship is awarded to graduates of Oneonta High School with academic merit and/or financial need with a preference given to students who demonstrate both.
The Dobert Family Scholarship was established by Kenneth W. Dobert ’61 and Maureen Riley Dobert ’63 for students wishing to participate in a Hartwick College off campus January Term program. Students must demonstrate good academic standing with financial need being preferred, but not required.
The Duffy Family Ambassador Scholarships were established by Trustee Emeritus John Duffy H’00, P’91, P’95 and his wife Anne Duffy P’91, P’95 to support students’ international experiences. These competitive awards help students have the types of global experiences from which they are particularly likely to gain insights into themselves, and others, across national, cultural, and language borders. The scholarships are designed to provide financial assistance to students who might not otherwise be able to afford such an experience.
The Anne K. and John P. H’00 Duffy January Term Scholarship was established by Trustee Emeritus John Duffy H’00, P’91, P’95 and his wife, Anne Duffy P’91, P’95. The scholarship is awarded to students with demonstrated financial need participating in an off campus J Term program.
The Emerson International Internship Scholarship enables Hartwick sophomores, juniors, and seniors to expand their postgraduate career options through international internships. Students from any major are eligible to pursue their interests in an international setting. These internships bear academic credit and can be proposed as an extension of an existing Hartwick course, a research grant, or an individual internship.
The Sarah Griffiths ’88 and Timothy Herbert Endowed J Term Scholarship was established by former Trustee Sally Griffiths ’88 and her husband, Timothy Herbert. The scholarship is awarded to students with demonstrated financial need participating in an off campus J Term program.
The Edward G. Gristing ’65 J Term Scholarship Fund was established by Edward G. Gristing ’65. The scholarship shall be awarded to students with demonstrated financial need and in good academic standing who wish to participate in an off campus study program sponsored by Hartwick College or of his/her own design with faculty advisement through Hartwick’s Independent Study Program. First preference is given to students who have a demonstrated work history or interest in advancing the full legal and/or social equality of the LGBT community.
The Harrison Family Endowed January Term Scholarship was established by Wayne S. Harrison ’75, P’07, P’15 and Kathy Harrison P’07, P’15. The scholarship is awarded to students participating in an off campus J Term program and with demonstrated financial need.
The Dr. Danal L. Hotaling ’39, H’79 Scholarship Fund was established in 2016 by Dr. Hotaling through a planned gift. The scholarship is awarded to business administration or accounting students with demonstrated financial need participating in an off-campus Business Administration or Accounting off campus J Term Course.
The Florence and George Hutman Scholarship for International Study was established by Professor Emerita Dr. Norma Louise Hutman in honor of her parents. The scholarship is awarded to students with demonstrated financial need, in good academic standing (GPA of 3.0 or higher) wishing to participate in an international study program sponsored by Hartwick College or of his/her own design with faculty advisement through Hartwick’s Independent Study Program.
The Hartwick College Alumni Association Legacy J Term Scholarship is awarded to a legacy student in good academic standing traveling on a Hartwick College off campus J Term program. Preference is given to juniors or seniors, preferentially with need, but not a requirement.
The International J Term Scholarship is funded annually by former Trustee Paul Johnson ’67 and his wife, Christine Winant Johnson ’68. It is awarded to a student from an urban location and/or a disadvantaged community in Massachusetts or New York. The scholarship supports an international off campus J Term experience for a student with high financial need.
The Thomas and Cynthia Johnstone J Term Scholarship is awarded to students wishing to participate in a Hartwick College off campus January Term Program.
The Laura Glidden Kane ’84 Memorial Prize was established by Roxanne Pin ’81 in memory of her sister-in-law. It is presented to a nursing student planning to study in Ireland.
The Karim Karoui P’15 Endowed January Term Scholarship was established by Karim Karoui P’15. The scholarship is awarded to students with demonstrated financial need who wish to participate in a Hartwick College off campus January Term program.
The Landrey Family J Term Scholarship was established by Hartwick Board Chair Francis D. Landrey P’06 and his wife, Maureen T. Kilfoyle P’06. The scholarship is awarded to students with demonstrated financial need participating in an off campus J Term program.
The Lynch Family J Term Scholarship was established by the Ronald P. and Susan E. Lynch Foundation and former Trustee Ronald P. Lynch, Jr. ’87. The scholarship is awarded to students with demonstrated financial need participating in an off campus J Term program.
The Cyrus Mehri ’83 Endowed J Term Scholarship was established by Cyrus Mehri ’83 to provide support to students participating in an off campus J Term experience without restriction other than demonstrated financial need.
The Janet G. Mitchell ’71 J Term Scholarship was established by Janet G. Mitchell ’71. The scholarship is awarded to students participating in international or off campus J Term study with preference for students with demonstrated financial need.
The Evelyn Moore ’83 Emerson Internship Scholarship was established by former Trustee Evelyn Milne Moore ’83 to support students wishing to participate in an Emerson International Internship. Recipients must meet all Emerson International Internship criteria.
The Morris J Term Endowment was established by former Trustee Nancy M. Morris ’74, H’06 and is awarded to students with demonstrated financial need participating in an off campus J term program.
The Douglas S. Rivenburgh ’89 Endowed J Term Scholarship was established by former Trustee Doug Rivenburgh ’89. The scholarship is awarded to students participating in an off campus J Term program and with demonstrated financial need.
The Semenenko Clark Excellence in Art & Art History J Term Scholarship was established by Christine Semenenko P’09 to provide full or partial scholarships for students who are majoring in art or art history to enable them to participate in off campus J Term programs.
The Transcultural Nursing Scholarship was established by alumni, parents and friends of the College. The scholarship is awarded to students participating in the Transcultural Nursing J Term course offered annually in Jamaica, West Indies.
The Brian ’87 and Kristen Wilcox Endowed J Term Scholarship was established by Brian Wilcox ’87 and his wife, Kristen, to be awarded to students participating in an off campus J Term study abroad program, with preference given to students with demonstrated financial need.
The Josie Wright & Dr. Brian R. Wright Esq., H’02 Endowed Scholarship was established by Trustee Emeritus Brian R. Wright H’02 and his wife, Josie. The scholarship is awarded to students participating in international or off campus J Term study with preference for international study and students with demonstrated financial need.
FUTURE ENDOWED J TERM AND STUDY ABROAD SCHOLARSHIPS – Pending full endowment-level funding
The Ambassador George C. Bruno ’64, H’96 Emerson International Internship Scholarship was established by George C. Bruno ’64, H’96. The scholarship will be awarded to students who wish to participate in and meet all criteria for an Emerson International Internship.
The Class of 1969 Endowed Scholarship for International Study was established by alumni of the Class of 1969 for off campus study.
The Pat Dopazo J Term Scholarship was established by Patricia Dopazo. The scholarship will be awarded to students participating in an off campus J Term program and with demonstrated financial need.
Mary Sapienza ’73 and Neal ’72 Miller J Term Scholarship was established by Mary Sapienza Miller ’73 and Neal Miller ’72.
The Mr. and Mrs. C. Reed Scott ’92 J Term Scholarship was established by C. Reed Scott ’92 and Lenka Vidvcic Scott. The scholarship shall be awarded to students participating in an off campus J Term program with demonstrated financial need.
The Holbrook C. Smith ’91 Endowed J Term Scholarship was established by Holbrook C. Smith ’91. The scholarship is awarded to students participating in an off campus January Term program with demonstrated financial need.
The Timothy C. Taylor ’04 Emerson Internship Scholarship was established by Timothy C. Taylor ’04. The scholarship shall be awarded to students wishing to participate in an Emerson International Internship. Recipients must meet all Emerson International Internship criteria.
The Laurie Zimniewicz J Term Scholarship was established by Laurie Zimniewicz, Chair of the Citizens Board and friend of the College.
The Mary Ann Zook Memorial J Term Scholarship was established through a bequest from Mary Ann Zook, an outstanding professor of music and music education at Hartwick College from 1963-1988. The scholarship will offer financial assistance to students who are interested in music or wish to study music through a J Term offering.
The All-Greek Textbook Scholarship is awarded annually to an active member of the Greek community at Hartwick College. The scholarship is supported by current students, alumni, parents, and friends of the College. Recipient(s) are selected based on academic achievements, participation in community service, and outstanding service to their fraternity or sorority.
The Baker-Simpson Entrepreneurial Leadership Program was envisioned by Barclay and Sharon Simpson and Simon Baker ’93 and funded by the Simpson PSB Fund to provide students with an immersive internship opportunity. Interested students explore their aspirations in and around social entrepreneurship, innovation and social impact. For those motivated students, this mentored, professional internship opportunity integrates and connects classroom learning experiences with immersive real-world work experiences.
The Frederick M. Binder H’85 Scholar-Athlete Award is given to a senior male and a senior female whose four years at Hartwick are a cumulative reflection of excellence in both scholarship and athletics. This award was created in memory of Dr. Frederick M. Binder, former President of Hartwick College.
The Ira DeCamp Healthcare Internship Scholarship awards students enrolled in an approved healthcare related internship with a stipend, which can be used to offset travel and housing costs. The fund also provides a matching tuition grant for tuition credit, to be applied directly to the student’s bill.
The President Margaret L. Drugovich Personal Courage Award is presented annually at Honors Convocation to a returning student who has demonstrated exceptional personal courage. The Award was established by the friends and family of President Drugovich in her honor.
The Susan R. Ford ’63 and Emory A. Ford ’62 Annual Textbook Scholarship was established in 2017 and is awarded to a student studying nursing and demonstrating financial need.
The Freedman Prize for Student-Faculty Collaborative Research was established by former Trustee Allen Freedman H’00 and Judy Brick Freedman H’13 to recognize superior student-faculty collaborative work that prepares for a senior project in Applied Geosciences.
The Linda S. French ’85 Memorial Award in Business Administration was established by the members of the economics and business administration faculty in memory of their student, Linda S. French ’85. This award is made to a graduating senior major who has been a leader in the department.
The Al Gallodoro H’05 Award for Outstanding Achievement in Music Performance was established by the Hartwick College Music Department in memory of musician and faculty member Al Gallodoro H’05. The recipient is selected by the Music Department and is honored as a featured performer at the Honors Convocation ceremony.
The George F. Goodwin, Jr. ’82 Memorial Prize was established in 1984 in honor of Mr. Goodwin, who served as a Blue Key guide and worked in admissions as a student and continued his work with the Admissions Department after his graduation. The award is presented annually at the Student Leadership Awards.
The Joan B. Gratz Prize in English goes to a rising junior majoring in English whose strong academic record and enthusiasm for the study of literature point to graduate work in English and a career as a highly successful teacher of English. Joan B. Gratz was a Senior Professor of English at Hartwick; the prize recognizes her 32 years of dedicated teaching.
The Stephen L. Green ’59 H’15 PM’05 American Governance Award was established by Stephen L. Green ’59, H’15, PM’05 to challenge students to not only strive for the best academically, but also to become informed and engaged citizens in democracy. Awards are presented to students submitting the top research essays on a current public policy challenge.
The Robert S. ’69 and Patricia R. Hanft ’72 Scholarship for Internship Support was established by former Trustee Robert S. Hanft ’69 and Patricia R. Hanft ’72. The scholarship is awarded to students with demonstrated financial need who are participating in an internship experience.
The Dr. David “Hutch” Hutchison Award for the Department of Geology and Environmental Science was established by his student, Michael H. Young ’83. It is awarded annually to a rising sophomore, junior, or senior geology major for academic travel purposes including conferences, J Term programs, or thesis research. Selection is based on academic performance and financial need.
The Brunhilde Klinger Memorial Award for Most Outstanding Female Freshman Athlete was established by a gift from Dr. Wallace R. Klinger H’90, a former professor, dean, and acting president of Hartwick College, to recognize the most outstanding first year female athlete and provide financial support for women’s athletics.
The Cyrus Mehri ’83 Global Pluralism Fellowship was established by Cyrus Mehri ’83. It is awarded to one student and his or her faculty mentor with the purpose of presenting programming to the College community that contributes to increasing diverse perspectives on campus. Those considered for the fellowship demonstrate a commitment to pluralism, diversity, and concern for the human condition and/or environs.
The Patterson Scholars was established in 2018 by Trustee Joel Patterson ’96 and his wife, Jamie. The fund provides direct financial support to Hartwick students majoring in the Division of Humanities and the Arts, with first preference given to Media Studies and Theater Arts majors, who wish to gain practical experience in business or in non-traditional humanities professions.
The Research in Science and Health Fund was established in 2018 by Susan Fueshko Perry ’86. The funds are awarded through an application process to students from any major who are conducting science or health-related research under the advisement of a faculty member.
The John & Gertrude Rohrer Award in Mathematics is presented to two members of the graduating class who have demonstrated excellence in the field of mathematics.
The Duncan B. Smith Award for Exceptional Creativity in Theatre is presented to a student who has produced exceptionally creative work for a theatre class or production. Selected by the Theatre Arts faculty, the student receives a seminal text in the subject.
The Jaune Quick-to-See Smith Award is given by Professor Emeritus of Art Phil Young in honor of the renowned contemporary Flathead-Salish artist and activist Jaune Quik-to-See Smith. It is given to a senior whose painting and multimedia work has been outstanding in experimentation and in visual strength.
The Kay Walkingstick Award is given by Professor Emeritus of Art Phil Young in honor of the celebrated contemporary Cherokee artist Kay WalkingStick. It is given to a rising senior whose work embodies consistently outstanding accomplishment in painting.
The Carol Leigh Wilson ’82 Memorial Scholarship was established by the parents of Carol Leigh Wilson in her memory. The award of a bookstore credit is presented to a graduating senior from Ramapo High School who lives in Wyckoff or Franklin Lakes, NJ, or an upperclassman currently attending Hartwick from Ramapo High School.
The Keith A. Youngman ’05 Award in Economics was established by Gerald and Candace Youngman P’05 in memory of their son. The award is presented to a rising junior or senior economics major for an off-campus internship or J Term experience. The recipient is selected by the economics faculty based on his or her demonstration of strong morals, an established work ethic, an enterprising spirit, engagement with the Hartwick College community and the community at large, and support for his or her fellow students and the faculty of the department.
The College reserves the right to decline a naming opportunity or terminate existing naming rights for a facility or fund if at any time the donor:
A) fails to conduct himself or herself without due regard to public morals and decency; or
B) commits any act or becomes involved in any situation or occurrence which: