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List of Scholarships and Awards

Scholarships from UMass Amherst and Other Sources

Dr. Lillian R. Goodman and Dr. Mary K. Alexander Fellowship Fund

This scholarship was established in 2004 by Drs. Goodman and Alexander to provide support to students pursuing PhD at the School of Nursing. Dr. Lillian R. Goodman is a former Associate Dean and Acting Dean of the School of Nursing at UMass Amherst and the former Dean of the Graduate School of Nursing at UMass Worcester. Dr. Mary K. Alexander received her MS degree in Nursing from the Amherst campus as well as her EdD from the School of Education and is the former Associate Dean of the Graduate School of Nursing at UMass Worcester. The fund will endow scholarships for students enrolled in the PhD Program in the School of Nursing. Selection is based on financial need, a grade point average of 3.5 or more, as well as leadership potential within the profession. Eligibility Requirement: Students enrolled in the PhD Program. Eligible students need to be currently enrolled in the University during Fall 2011.

Elizabeth Battey Marchese Memorial Scholarship

The late Mr. Lawrence Marchese, a long-time supporter of nursing education at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA, established the Elizabeth Battey Marchese Memorial Scholarship Fund at the School of Nursing in memory of his late wife who was a nurse. The Fund supports scholarships for students pursuing baccalaureate degrees within the School and was offered for the first time in May of 2000. Selections are based upon a resume, completed essay and academic merit. The selection process is a collaborative one between the School of Nursing and Baystate Health Systems. Preference is for students affiliated with Baystate Health Systems, however other applicants will also be considered. Eligibility Requirement: First and second semester Junior nursing students from the Traditional Track, entering RN to BS Online Nursing Track students and Junior Second Bachelor’s Track students. Eligible students need to be currently enrolled in the University during Fall 2011.

Dr. Rachel E. Tierney Nursing Scholarship

Established in 2009 by Dr. Rachel E. (Allen) (Chandler) Tierney, this fund will endow scholarships for doctoral nursing students. Dr. Tierney is an alumna of the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She received her BS in nursing in 1962 and MS in psychiatric-mental health nursing in 1974 from the School of Nursing; as well as a Ph.D. in health policy and management from the School of Public Health and Health Sciences in 1990. Eligibility Requirement: Nursing students pursuing a doctoral degree in Nursing. The individual considered for this scholarship will have completed the equivalent of one full year of doctoral course work and will have interest in one of the following areas: behavioral/mental health, public health or health policy. Eligible students need to be currently enrolled in the University during Fall 2011.

Enid S. Silverman Nursing Scholarship Fund

The purpose of the Enid S. Silverman Nursing Scholarship Fund is to endow scholarships for students pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees in the School of Nursing. Eligibility Requirement: The scholarship shall be awarded to students primarily based on financial need. If the scholarship is awarded for graduate study, the recipient must have at least five years of nursing practice experience prior to entry into the graduate program. Eligible students need to be currently enrolled in the University during Fall 2011.

Kathleen Horan Berman Nursing Scholarship Fund

Established in 2006 by Robert Berman, in memory of his wife, Kathleen Horan Berman, alumna from the UMass Amherst School of Nursing Class of 1976, established an endowed fund to be known as the Kathleen Horan Berman Nursing Scholarship Fund. The fund will endow scholarships for students pursuing undergraduate degrees in the School of Nursing . The scholarship shall be awarded to students primarily based on financial need; priority will be given to students who will broaden the race and ethnic diversity of the School of Nursing .Eligibility Requirement: Students pursuing undergraduate nursing education. Selection is based on financial need and priority will be given to students who will broaden the race and ethnic diversity of the School of Nursing. Eligible students need to be currently enrolled in the University during Fall 2011.

Elizabeth Czapran Scholarship Fund

Illustrating her recognition of the important role of nurses in our nation's health care, the late Elizabeth Czapran, BS '58 and MEd '72, established an endowed fund through her will to be known as the Elizabeth Czapran Scholarship. The fund will endow scholarships for students pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees in the School of Nursing . Eligibility Requirement: A student must be accepted into or currently matriculated in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in the School of Nursing. Selection is based on academic merit.Eligible students need to be currently enrolled in the University during Fall 2011.

Elizabeth Woolrich Scholarship Fund

Established in 2004 by Robert Woolrich, ‘76G an alumnus from the School of Public Health and Health Sciences and his wife, Noeline, a registered nurse. This gift honors the memory of Mr. Woolrich's late mother Elizabeth and pays tribute to Mr. and Mrs. Woolrich's personal and professional interests in end-of-life care. The fund will endow scholarships for students pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees in the School of Nursing .Eligibility Requirements: Students pursuing either undergraduate or graduate education in either the School of Nursing or School of Public Health and Health Sciences who have an interest in hospice, palliative and end-of-life care. Eligible students need to be currently enrolled in the University during Fall 2011.

Linda Peters Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established in 1997 by the Peters family, to honor the memory of Linda Peters, a student in the School of Nursing . It recognizes academic excellence in an undergraduate student who has completed their junior year of the nursing major. Selection is based on a completed essay, academic merit and financial need. Final selection is by the Peters family. Eligibility Requirement: First and second semester Junior nursing students in the Traditional Track. Eligible students need to be currently enrolled in the University during Fall 2011.

Margaret Wallenius Craig Scholarship

This scholarship was established in 1998 by James Craig, Biological Sciences librarian at UMass Amherst and long-time supporter and advocate of the School of Nursing . It honors the memory of his late mother, Margaret Wallenius Craig. Mrs. Craig strongly believed in the value of higher education and wanted to herself become a nurse however financial constraints did not allow this dream to become a reality. This scholarship will help nursing students to realize their dream and to complete their education at the School of Nursing . The selection of students is based on financial need and information provided by Financial Aid Services. Eligibility Requirement: First and second semester Junior nursing students in the Traditional Track. Eligible students need to be currently enrolled in the University during Fall 2011.

Mary A. Maher Scholarship Fund

This scholarship fund was established to honor the founding Dean of the School of Nursing , Mary A. Maher, who was instrumental in establishing the School in 1953. She initiated both the first baccalaureate program and the first graduate program in the public education system in Massachusetts . Eligibility Requirement: First and second semester Junior nursing students in the Traditional Track. Eligible students need to be currently enrolled in the University during Fall 2011.

Nancy S. Anton Scholarship

This scholarship was established in 1991 by family and friends to honor the memory of Nancy S. Anton, a student in the School of Nursing . The scholarship recognizes outstanding achievement by an undergraduate student who is completing his/her junior year of the nursing major. The selection process includes the completion of an essay and an interview with members of the Anton family. Eligibility Requirement: First and second semester Junior nursing students in the Traditional Track. Eligible students need to be currently enrolled in the University during Fall 2011.

William F. Field Alumni Scholarship Program

This University program honors students in their junior year with outstanding academic achievement.

Robert Wood Johnson Scholarships

In addition, these students:

  • Are from groups that are underrepresented in nursing or from an economically disadvantaged background (e.g., underrepresented racial or ethnic minority or financially disadvantaged);
  • Are citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its territories at the time of application for this scholarship;
  • Have been accepted in an entry-level accelerated baccalaureate nursing program and/or master’s nursing program for non-nursing college graduates;
  • Have completed a letter of commitment and;
  • Are committed to pursuing professional nursing licensure through the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN®).

Selection is based on financial need and information provided by Financial Aid Services. Eligibility Requirements: Junior Level Second Bachelor Track Students.

List of Awards for Nursing Students

The list of awards is currently under revision.