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SCHOLARSHIP
A WA R D S
CEREMONY
Presented by
TH E C O LLE G E of C O NTI N U I N G STU D I E S

July 29, 2014

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I chose UA because the EdD program for nurse educators is

innovative, exactly what I am looking for and a notable rare
program among other universities

Emily Burleson,

The Jerold Kennedy Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Each small kindness, like a seed, grows tall in memory.

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SCHOLARSHIP
A WA R D S
CEREMONY
July 29, 2014

Welcome Rebecca Pow, Interim Dean

Recognition of Honored Guests Rebecca Pow

Interim Dean

Presentation of Scholarships Billy Hatmaker

BOV Member

Closing Remarks Rebecca Pow, Interim Dean

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Denny Chimes stands today because of the vision and

generosity of those who came before us. It symbolizes the rich
traditions of UA while pointing the way to promises yet
realized. Today, the College of Continuing Studies celebrates
with its donors and scholarship recipients. Together, you
stand for a promising future in which we are thankful to have
played a role.

Rebecca Pow, Interim Dean

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Scholarship Committee:
Beth Verhine Adams
Admissions Counselor for Scholarships
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Michelle Boteler
Assistant Director of Counseling and Information Services
Student Financial Aid
Bill Elrod
Director of Business Development and College Relations
College of Continuing Studies
Patrick Fuller
Senior Admissions Counselor
Graduate School
Jennifer Humber
Director of Online BSCBA Services
Culverhouse College of Commerce and Business Administration
Carmen Kelly
Registrar
College of Human Environmental Sciences
Stephanie Lowe
Admissions Recruiter
Undergraduate Admissions and Scholarships
Pat McCullar
Coordinator of Nursing Student Recruitment
Capstone College of Nursing
Dr. Carlton McHargh
Director of Recruitment Programs and Alternative Certification
College of Education
Deborah Parr
Scholarship Specialist
Alumni Affairs
Nina Smith
Program Manager and Scholarship Coordinator
College of Continuing Studies

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CCS SCHOLARSHIPS
The Robert M. and Muriel R. Barksdale Memorial Endowed Scholarship, established
by Barksdale Warrior Paper Company and the Barksdale family, honors the memories
of Muriel R. Barksdale and Robert M. Barksdale and promotes distance education
programs at The University of Alabama. Priority is given to students enrolled in
academic programs facilitated through the College of Continuing Studies at The
University of Alabama who are 25 or older, who graduated from high schools in West
Alabama, and who demonstrate satisfactory academic progress.

2013-2014 Recipient: Judy Sims, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
The Dorothy D. and John Joseph Boyne Endowed Support Fund, established by
Dorothy D. Boyne promotes the education of outstanding students pursuing degrees
in public service facilitated through the College of Continuing Studies. Recipients
must be a resident of Alabama, of junior or senior standing, and demonstrate academic
excellence and leadership qualities.
2013-2014 Recipient: Candance Johnson, Waller, Texas

The William E. Bright Endowment for the Support of Natural Gas Program and
Scholarships, established by the William E. Bright family, friends, and the Alabama
Natural Gas Association, is awarded to employees of member companies or their
dependent children. A recipient must demonstrate academic excellence and possess
outstanding leadership qualities.

2013-2014 Recipients: Marshal Mason, Sheffield, Alabama

Sarah Outlaw, Birmingham, Alabama

Raley Sittason, Hartselle, Alabama

2014-2015 Recipients: Marshal Mason, Sheffield, Alabama

Michael Outlaw, Birmingham, Alabama

Sarah Outlaw, Birmingham, Alabama

Madeline Sittason, Hartselle, Alabama

The James C. Caldwell Endowed Scholarship, established by Cavalier Homes in
honor of their friend and co-worker, James C. Caldwell, promotes continuing
education to students from Winston and Marion counties. Secondary consideration
is given to students who are enrolled in academic programs through the College of
Continuing Studies.

2013-2014 Recipients: Patrick Cashion, Hamilton, Alabama

Shameka Garner, Jackson, Mississippi

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The General Charles G. Cleveland Maxwell Air Force Base Endowed Scholarship,
established by Lieutenant General Charles G. Cleveland and friends, promotes the
education of deserving students enrolled in academic programs facilitated through the
College of Continuing Studies. Preference for the scholarship is given to members of
the U.S. Armed Forces.
2013-2014 Recipient: Jason Perry, Tuscaloosa, Alabama

The Carolyn and Dennis Dahl Endowed Scholarship, formerly the College of
Continuing Studies Scholarship, established by the College and our Board of Visitors
in 2004, is funded primarily by proceeds from the College of Continuing Studies
Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament and Board of Visitors annual contributions.
Scholarships from this fund are awarded to deserving adult students of the College
who demonstrate a genuine desire to prepare themselves for the future through
continuing education.

2013-2014 Recipients: Emerald Autrey, Northport, Alabama

Joseph Barrett, Joppa, Maryland

Melanie Carden, Moody, Alabama

Cameron Graham, Honolulu, Hawaii

Coasta Moss, Auburn, Alabama

Amy Stone, Cloudland, Georgia
2014-2015 Recipients: Sally Biesinger, Robertsdale, Alabama

Sarah Boyce, Gibsonia, Pennsylvania

April Lanci, Southside, Alabama

Elizabeth Medlock, Marianna, Arkansas

The External Degree-New College Life Track Society Endowed Scholarship,
established by membership dues and other gifts from graduates and students of the
External Degree Program, is awarded to deserving students enrolled in the New College
LifeTrack Program, formerly the External Degree Program.
2013-2014 Recipient: Andrew Webber, Huntsville, Alabama
The Gladys M. Fernandez Endowed Scholarship for Single Parents, established by
Rudy Fernandez to promote the education of students in the College of Continuing
Studies. Priority consideration is given to students who are enrolled in academic degree
programs facilitated through the College of Continuing Studies and who are the
custodial single parents primarily responsible for the care and development of children
who are living at home and are under the age of 18.
2013-2014 Recipient: Sumaya Boyd, Starkville, Mississippi

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The Connie B. Glaze Memorial Endowed Scholarship, established by the Glaze

family, the College of Continuing Studies staff, and Tuscaloosa business associates in
memory of Connie Glaze who was an employee of the College of Continuing Studies
until her untimely death, supports clerical staff employed with the College of
Continuing Studies who are pursuing their education at The University of Alabama.

2013-2014 Recipients: Rhonda Hester, Gordo, Alabama

Latitia Mayfield, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
2014-2015 Recipients: Tara Campbell, Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Amanda Harvell, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
The Joel D. Hammond/Big River Inc. Endowed Scholarship, established by Board
member Joel D. Hammond and Big River Industries, Inc., promotes the education of
deserving students enrolled in academic degree programs facilitated through the New
College LifeTrack Program, formerly the External Degree Program. Priority is given to
students who are either employees or dependents of employees of Big River Industries,
located in Marietta, Georgia. Secondary consideration shall be given to other students
enrolled in other academic degree programs facilitated through the College of
Continuing Studies who are either employees or dependents of employees of Big River
Industries.

2013-2014 Recipients: Amelia Kimber, Kershaw, South Carolina

Stephanie Williams, Gadsden, Alabama

Karen Workman, Talladega, Alabama

The Jack and Audrey Hatmaker Memorial Endowed Scholarship, established by
Board member Billy L. Hatmaker and his wife Barbara M. Hatmaker, in memory of
his parents, Jack and Audrey Hatmaker, is awarded to students who are residents of the
state of Alabama and are pursuing business degrees in programs facilitated through the
College of Continuing Studies.

2013-2014 Recipients: April Benton, Warner Robins, Georgia

Stacy Bowen, Ashland, Alabama
2014-2015 Recipients: Stacy Bowen, Ashland, Alabama

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The Kay H. Hodges Memorial Endowed Scholarship, established by Board member

Captain John E. Hodges, Jr. to honor the memory of his wife, Kay H. Hodges, gives
priority to students pursuing nursing degrees facilitated through the College of Continuing Studies. Among qualified applicants, additional preference shall be given to
students who graduated from high schools located in the following counties, listed in
order of preference: Cobb County, Georgia; Etowah County, Alabama and Tallapoosa
County, Alabama.
2013-2014 Recipient: Laura Carter, Vance, Alabama
2014-2015 Recipients: Laura Carter, Vance, Alabama

Gabriela Mateo, Cumming, Georgia
The James A. Hood Endowed Scholarship for Diversity, established by the Black
Faculty and Staff Association, other members of the University community, and
friends and colleagues of James A. Hood, recognizes the many contributions of Mr.
Hood, the first African American male to enroll at The University of Alabama. This
scholarship serves to create educational opportunities for African Americans, to stand
as a symbol of the value of diversity, and to promote educational excellence for adult
students at The University of Alabama. A recipient must be 25 years of age or older, an
Alabama resident and a high school graduate of the states public school system.
2013- 2014 Recipient: Abifee Thomas, Lithonia, Georgia
The Elizabeth Boggan and Ronald Charles Howard Family Endowed Scholarship,
established by Elizabeth and Ronald Howard of Pelham, Alabama, along with matching funds from AT&T Corporation, promotes the education of outstanding adult
students obtaining a degree through the New College LifeTrack Program, formerly the
External Degree Program. Preference is given to students who have completed at least
12 semester hours of graded work under the auspices of the New College LifeTrack
Program, who have GPAs of 2.0 or better, who are at least 23 years of age, and demonstrate financial need.
2014-2015 Recipient: Michele Kijeski, Tuscaloosa, Alabama

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The Elizabeth Boggan and Ronald Charles Howard Family Alumni Scholarship,
established by Elizabeth and Ronald Howard of Pelham, Alabama, with
matching funds from AT&T Corporation, and the Jefferson County Chapter of the
National Alumni Association of The University of Alabama, is awarded to outstanding
adult students obtaining a degree through the New College Life Track Program,
formerly the External Degree Program. Preference is given to students who have
completed at least 12 semester hours of graded work under the auspices of the New
College LifeTrack Program, who have GPAs of 2.0 or better, who are at least 23 years of
age, and demonstrate financial need.

2013-2014 Recipients: Lisa Baker, Remlap, Alabama

Dru Beattie, Scottsboro, Alabama

Paul Jarnagin, Duncanville, Alabama

Leigh Ann Laney, Hunstville, Alabama

Nancy McAllister, Guntersville, Alabama

Sherry Phillips, Northport, Alabama

Lisa Saulters, Foley, Alabama

Rose Tesney, Fairfield, Alabama
2014-2015 Recipients:

Joy Glass, Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Paul Jarnagin, Duncanville, Alabama
Michael Wayne Jenkins, Odenville, Alabama
Teresa Maddox, Florence, Georgia
Stephanie Sanders, Phenix City, Alabama

The Samuel Howard Memorial Endowed Scholarship, was established from gifts
given by Jim and Marian Loftin to honor the memory of the late Samuel Howard.
First priority of consideration is given to underprivileged, incarcerated persons who are
residents of Alabama, are incarcerated in Alabama, and desire to undergo a distance
education program sponsored by The University of Alabama, which may include
independent study programs at the high school level. Second priority of consideration
is given to nursing students taking courses facilitated through the College of Continuing Studies. If no students are available meeting priorities one or two, the scholarship
committee has the discretion to award the scholarship to a recipient of its choosing.
2013-2014 Recipient: Elizabeth Snyder, Anderson, South Carolina

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The Alisa Barr Johnson Endowed Scholarship, established by Verta Barr Meherg in
honor of her daughter Alisa Barr Johnson, promotes the education of students in the
College of Continuing Studies. Priority is given to graduate nursing students who are
facilitating their degree through the College of Continuing Studies. Second priority
of consideration is given to undergraduate nursing students who are facilitating their
degree through the College of Continuing Studies. If there are no qualified nursing
candidates, then priority consideration shall be given to students who are enrolled in
the College of Continuing Studies.
2013-2014 Recipient: Jenni Stracener, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
2014-2015 Recipient: Rebecca Anne Mays, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
The Jerold Kennedy Memorial Endowed Scholarship, established by board member
Mike Kennedy and Belmont Homes, Inc., honors the memory of their late president
and Chief Executive Officer, Jerold Kennedy. Priority is given to students 25 years of
age or older who are enrolled in academic programs through the College of
Continuing Studies. Recipients must demonstrate satisfactory academic progress.

2013-2014 Recipients: Jennifer Box, Columbus, Mississippi

Michael Starr, Fort Stewart, Georgia

Hillarie Renta, Birmingham, Alabama

Vanessa Washington, Flomaton, Alabama
2014-2015 Recipients: Emmy Blackwell, Chattanooga, Tennessee

Emily Burleson, Guin, Alabama

James Maddox, Lynchburg, Virginia
The King-Blackburn Friends of the Alabama Gulf Coast Endowed Scholarship,
established by Gaither J. King, Jr. and Daniel G. Blackburn, assists students in the Alabama Gulf Coast area whose families have been financially or physically impacted by
damage caused by hurricanes. Priority is given to recipients who graduated from high
schools located in the following counties, listed in order of preference: (1) Baldwin,
Mobile, or Escambia County, (2) counties adjacent to Baldwin, Mobile, or Escambia
Counties, (3) other counties in the state of Alabama. Applicants must be in a good
standing and pursuing a degree through programs facilitated by the College of Continuing Studies.
2013-2014 Recipients: Michael Ann Harbin, Wilmer, Alabama

Aimee Wallace, Robertsdale, Alabama
2014-2015 Recipient: Michael Ann Harbin, Wilmer, Alabama

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The William and Sybil Landau Memorial Endowed Scholarship, established by their
son David Landau and his wife Sandy of Birmingham, Alabama, with matching funds
from the Jefferson County Chapter of the National Alumni Association of The
University of Alabama, is awarded to adult students obtaining a degree through the
New College Life Track Program, formerly the External Degree Program. This scholarship honors the memories of William and Sybil Landau, who placed a premium on
learning, but due to circumstances were unable to accomplish their education goals.
Priority is given to residents of Jefferson County, 25 years of age or older.

2013-2014 Recipient: Glen Hansford, Northport, Alabama

2014-2015 Recipient: Glen Hansford, Northport, Alabama
The Robert Ross MacDonald Memorial Endowed Scholarship, established by the
MacDonald family, is awarded to students with a minimum grade point average of 2.5,
who are continuing their education with priority given to students whose families are
involved directly in the trucking industry or indirectly support the trucking industry.
Secondary consideration is given to students who enroll in academic programs
facilitated through the College of Continuing Studies.
2013-2014 Recipients: Cashmere Miller, Atlanta, Georgia

Angela Cosby, Ragland, Alabama

2014-2015 Recipient: Elizabeth Robinson, Warrior, Alabama

The Eber Mann Memorial Endowed Scholarship, was established by former Board of
Visitors David Roberson, of Double Springs, Alabama and Cavalier Homes, Inc., of
Addison, Alabama. This scholarship honors the memory of Eber Mann, a greatly loved
community and church leader of Double Springs. The recipient shall be a full-time
student from Winston or surrounding counties in Alabama, whose high school
academic records, college entrance test scores, and character indicate a reasonable
probability of success. Secondary consideration is given to deserving applicants who
plan to enroll in academic programs facilitated through the College of Continuing
Studies. This scholarship provides up to a full tuition scholarship and is renewable for
four years provided the recipient remains in good academic standings.
2013-2014 Recipients: Jordan Atkinson, Northport, Alabama

Victoria Lann, Haleyville, Alabama
2014-2015 Recipients: Jordan Atkinson, Northport, Alabama

Morgan Smothers, Addison, Alabama

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The Colonel Floyd H. and Grace L. Mann Endowed Scholarship, established by

Charter Federal Savings & Loan, the John W. Johnson Jr. family, and friends of the late
colonel Mann and Mrs. Mann, was set up for children of law enforcement officers or
students who intend to pursue a career in law enforcement or a related field.

2013-2014 Recipients: Christian Ivey, Clanton, Alabama

Johnathan Poarch, Hueytown, Alabama

Daniel Sanford, Northport, Alabama
2014-2015 Recipients: Joseph Davis, Dothan, Alabama
The John Cook Nichols Endowed Scholarship, established from a bequest left to the
college by Mr. Nichols, who passed away in 2006, is awarded to adult students
pursuing a degree in programs facilitated through the College of Continuing Studies.
2013-2014 Recipients: Jeffrey Colgrove, Gadsden, Alabama

Erica Rutherford, Cullman, Alabama
2014-2015 Recipients: Alison Rudd, Mobile, Alabama

The Clarice L. Parker Memorial Endowed Scholarship, established by Mrs. Edna
Ivey, of Homewood, Alabama, honors the memory of her late sister, Clarice L. Parker,
and promotes the continuing education of deserving adult students pursuing a degree
at The University of Alabama. Recipients must be 25 years of age or older and enroll in
at least one course facilitated by the College of Continuing Studies.
2013-2014 Recipients: Julie Jones, Northport, Alabama

Robin Taylor, Tuscaloosa, Alabama

The H. Harrison and Mary Lois Parrish Endowed Scholarship for Distance Learning,
established by H. Harrison Parrish and Mary Lois Parrish of Dothan, Alabama,
promotes the education of students pursuing their education through Distance
Learning in the College of Continuing Studies at The University of Alabama. This
scholarship will be awarded annually to undergraduate students who intend to major
in nursing and who are enrolled in at least one credit course offered through distance
education through the College of Continuing Studies. Priority will be given to students
taking courses via video. Students must demonstrate financial need and be residents of
Alabama.

2013-2014 Recipient: Sheyanne Chan, Galveston, Texas

Desiree Moore, Dothan, Alabama
2014-2015 Recipient: Heather Chastain, Remlap, Alabama

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The Douglas W. Patterson Memorial Endowed Scholarship, established by family

members and friends, honors the memory of Douglas W. Patterson, promotes the
education of deserving adult students, age 25 and older, and supports academic
excellence within the College of Continuing Studies at The University of Alabama.

2013-2014 Recipient: Tammy Cantu-Perez, Cibolo, Texas

2014-2015 Recipient: Madison Hayes, Madison, Alabama
The William Henry Rhea Jr. Memorial Endowed Scholarship, established by the late
Mr. and Mrs. Clarence F. Rhea and family, honors Mr. Rheas brother William Henry
Rhea Jr., and promotes the education of students who are Alabama residents, 25 years
of age or older, and demonstrate academic excellence. Preference is given to
engineering or business majors who are taking courses offered through the College of
Continuing Studies
2013-2014 Recipients: Shanganyika Hunt, Douglasville, Georgia

Gregory Johnson, Crossett, Arkansas

Luke Mitchell, Midland City, Alabama
The John H. Sellers Sr. Memorial Endowed Scholarship, established by Mr. John H.
Sellers, Jr. and his wife Deborah of Birmingham, Alabama, in memory of Johns father
is awarded to a undergraduate students in good academic standing. Priority will be
given to Alabama high school graduates who were little brothers or little sisters
affiliated with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Birmingham, Alabama. Secondary
consideration will be given to those who participated with Big Brothers Big Sisters of
other surrounding cities in the state of Alabama. Third consideration will be given to
students enrolled in degree programs facilitated through the College of Continuing
Studies.

2013-2014 Recipient: Danica Joseph, Hollywood, Florida
2014-2015 Recipient: Stephanie Albrecht, Stoughton, Massachusetts
The Warrior Roofing Thomas G. Shurett Endowed Scholarship, established by Mr.
and Mrs. Duane Cunningham and Warrior Roofing Manufacturing, Inc., honors the
memory of Thomas G. Shurett and promotes the education of deserving students who
are Warrior Roofing employees or dependents of employees, or other deserving adult
students from the West Alabama area.
2013-2014 Recipients: Jessica Morrow, Pelham, Alabama

Melissa Pardi, Helena, Alabama
2014-2015 Recipients: Melissa Pardi, Helena, Alabama

Kelly Harper Smith, Meridian, Mississippi

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The John C. Snider Endowed Scholarship, established by the Continuing Studies

Board of Visitors in support of their friend, Dr. John Snider, former Dean of the
College, supports undergraduate or graduate students in their education facilitated
through Continuing Studies. Recipients must be 25 years of age or older and
demonstrate satisfactory academic progress.
2014-2015 Recipient: Mary Cloud, Rainbow City, Alabama
The Tate Jordan Thomas and Mary Banks Strickland Memorial Endowed
Scholarship, established by Cathy and Russell Thomas to honor the memory of Tate
Jordan Thomas and Mary Banks Strickland and to promote the education of students
in the College of Continuing Studies. Priority of consideration is given to students
from the state of Alabama who are pursuing University of Alabama degrees facilitated
by the College of Continuing Studies, possesses a minimum grade point average of
2.5 on a 4.0 scale, and demonstrate financial need, although not necessarily need as
defined by federal guidelines.

2013-2014 Recipient: Beverly Neal, Southside, Alabama
The Hershel Trimm Memorial Endowed Scholarship, established by Mrs. Doris
Trimm Lewis, honors the memory of her late husband, Hershel Trimm, and promotes
the continuing education of adult students, age 25 or older, pursuing a degree at The
University of Alabama. This scholarship is renewable for four years as long as the
student continues to meet academic standards. Preference is given to those desiring a
career in the home-building industry.

2013-2014 Recipient: Latora Todd Jackson, Montgomery, Alabama

2014-2015 Recipient: Kathryn Trainor, Pelham, Alabama

The Robert L. Williamson Memorial Endowed Scholarship, established by John R.
Williamson of Birmingham, Alabama, honors the memory of his father, Robert L.
Williamson, and promotes the education of students majoring in business or engineering. Priority is given to students taking courses taught via video or other distance
learning methods facilitated by The College of Continuing Studies.
2013-2014 Recipient: Stephen Agyare, Covington, Georgia

2014-2015 Recipient: Susan Roberts, Rebecca, Georgia

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The Jerry F. Wilson Sr. Memorial Endowed Scholarship, established by Board

member, Jerry F. Wilson Jr. and Cavalier Homes, Inc. of Addison, Alabama, honors
the memory of Jerry F. Wilson Sr., founder and former Chief Executive Officer of
Cavalier programs in the College of Continuing Studies.
2013-2014 Recipients: Jacob Buettner, Studio City, California

Edward Mitchell, Johns Creek, Georgia

Leslie Warren, Cullman, Alabama

Ebony Williams, Birmingham, Alabama
2014-2015 Recipients:

Maria England, Lewisburg, West Virginia

Brandy Erdmann, Athens, Georgia
Kristy Hurley, Hurley, Virginia
Stephanie Long, Macon, Georgia

The Judith H. Wilson Endowed Scholarship, established by Mrs. Judith H. Wilson,

wife of the late Jerry F. Wilson Sr. of Hamilton, Alabama, promotes the education of
deserving undergraduate students from Marion and Winston counties who are
pursuing a degree in nursing, and who are facilitating their education through the
College of Continuing Studies via videotape or other distance learning methods.
2013-2014 Recipients: Destynni Burrell, Aliceville, Alabama

Heather Hansen, Dothan, Alabama
2014-2015 Recipients: Lorna Green, Franklin, Alabama

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The Bernard Osher Reentry Scholarship, established by the Bernard Osher

Foundation, assists part-time and full-time undergraduate reentry students who are
currently enrolled or accepted for admission to The University of Alabama in a
traditional, campus-based degree program. Applicants must have experienced a
cumulative gap in their education of five or more years prior to their readmission term,
be pursuing their first baccalaureate degree, show academic promise and commitment
to obtaining their degree, be 25 years or older and demonstrate financial need.
Recipients:

2013-2014

Jessica Barton, Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Donna Benjamin, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
John Chambers, Northport, Alabama
Julie Anne Constant, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Nibio Downer, McDonough, Georgia
Victoria Eatmon, Northport, Alabama
Peter Fowler, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Elizabeth Freeman, Northport, Alabama
Nakiesha Gamble, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Amy Kalb, Northport, Alabama
Joel Kizziah, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Justin Latham, McCalla, Alabama
Charles Linderman, Lincoln, Alabama
Debra Logan, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
William Logan, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Walter Mason, Buhl, Alabama
Sharon Prestridge, Northport, Alabama
Emily Robinson, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Joseph Sewell, Northport, Alabama
Philip Smith, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Eric Sudduth, Northport, Alabama
Delia Vallarta, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Suzanne Michelle Woolley, Tuscaloosa, AL

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2014-2015
John Chambers, Northport, AL
Jamie Crowe, Gordo, AL
Nathan Doty, Hanceville, AL
Julie Gibbs, Moundville, AL
Amy Kalb, Northport, AL
Sharon Prestridge, Northport, AL
Mika Sawyer, Chesapeake, VA
Joseph Sewell, Northport, AL
LaShunda Simpson, Tuscaloosa, AL
Philip Smith, Tuscaloosa, AL
Richard Smith, Tuscaloosa, AL
Eric Sudduth, Northport, AL
Latasha Taylor, Demopolis, AL
Courtney Williamson, Gordo, AL
Carlton Woods, Birmingham, AL
Suzanne Michelle Woolley, Tuscaloosa, AL

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Board of Visitors
Kim Barger
Harvey G. Bishop
Dan G. Blackburn
Virginia Boliek
Sally C. Bowers
William J. Bryant
Bruce Burrows
James D. Caldwell
Dennis R. Cameron
E.E. Campbell
Linda G. Childs
Jimmy Crocker
Paul W. Dudley
Wayne M. Dykes
Stefan Eisen
Rudy Fernandez
Bobby E. Freeman
Bobbie M. Goldstein
Fred W. Gustin
Joel D. Hammond
Billy L. Hatmaker
Mark A. Heinrich
John E. Hodges
Elizabeth Howard
Ronald C. Howard

John Jacoway
William M. Kennedy
Gaither J. King
David J. Landau
Randy Lott
Molly McGregor
Edward Meadows
Verta Barr Meherg
Kay Moore
Marienne Ogle
William M. Owen
Mark G. Premo
Robert K. Prescott
Guy Sciro
John H. Sellers
C. Edgar Sentell
Lloyd C. Shelton
Kevin P. Taylor
Janet Teer
Russell L. Thomas
Rex B. Vernon
Henry B. Ware
Fitzgerald Washington
Patricia S. Windham

About the Board of Visitors

Board of Visitors was established to further the mission of the College in achieving
its goals. Through the BOV, the college is able to tap into the combined knowledge
and expertise of business leaders, academia and professionals who share a love of The
University of Alabama and care about the success of the College. Its members serve as
an active planning coalition to assist the College in the advancement of excellence in
educational programming and outreach.

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2013-2014 Contributors
These contributors create opportunities and touch lives by their
generosity. Please accept our profound thanks.
Acoustech Music Productions, Inc.
Advanced Imaging of Gadsden, LLC
Alabama Book Store
Alabama Power Company
John K Allison, Jr.
Allstate Financial
AM/NS Calvert, LLC
Bank of America
Deborah L Banks
Bony Field Barrineau
Daniel G Blackburn
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Boral Bricks Inc.
Lynnette Bostick
Karen Bowens
Bridgeworth Financial LLC
David L Brown
Dennis Roy Cameron
E. E. Skip Campbell
Denise Campbell
Capstone Hotel, Ltd
William A Carter
Central Alabama Community Foundation
Mark Alan Condra
Rebecca Blair Crane
Jimmy D Crocker
R James Cumby
Carolyn C Dahl
Dennis Dahl
DBA Special Travel International
Ashley Delp
Joyce L Donley
Cathy H. Eisen
Stefan Eisen, Jr.
Elk River Safety Belt Co Inc.
Matthew Emanueal
Employers Claim Management, Inc.
Evonik Degussa Corporation
Family Savings Federal Credit Union
Fergus Media LLC
Rudy Fernandez
Gadsden Cultural Arts Foundation, Inc.

Warren Dale Goldstein

Bobbie Meshad Goldstein
Commander Lee A Hallman
Mary Nell Hallman
Peggy Hamner
Robert Travis Harris
Leah Romberg Harrison
Mark Allan Heinrich
J Lamar Henson
Martha W Hicks
Chester C Hicks, Jr.
Hillshire Brands
Captain John E Hodges, Jr.
Honda Manufacturing of Alabama LLC
HRD Associates Inc.
Hunt Refining Company
Hwashin America Corporation
Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama,
LLC
Interactive Solutions, Inc.
International Travel Ticketing
John Jacoway
Keystone Bank
Gaither J King, Jr.
Linda Childs Kramer
Ken Kuntz
Martha Jones Lang
Mary Lee
John E Lee, Jr.
Michael J Levine
Patricia M Levine
Lovoy, Summerville & Shelton LLC
Lovoys Team Work
KB MacDonald
Francine Marasco
Marketing Works Inc.
Wilbur W Masters IV
Molly C McGregor
Ben McGucken
Joseph Harry McLendon
Edward Meadows
Verta Barr Meherg

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Noah Dean Miller
Terry L Mink
Marian Kay Moore
Sonia Joy Murray
Judge William Noble
Nucor Steel Tuscaloosa Inc.
Oldcastle Architectural, Inc
Isabel Barker Oldshue
Karen Smith Owen
The Honorable Charles Wayne Owen
Owen Advisors Inc.
Clyde Douglas Patterson
Mary Maureen Patterson
Wanda S Paul
Betsy Arel Pearson
Marie Hibbard Penn
PMT Publishing, Inc.
Rebecca Pow
Robert K Prescott
Yvonne P Prescott
Raymond James Financial, Inc.
Regions Financial Corporation Foundation
Renaissance Charitable Foundation Inc.
Susan E Riley
RL Zeigler Company, Inc.
Patricia Marie Roach
Fred Cribbs Ross
Safety Guidance Specialists, Inc.
Guy J Sciro
George C Shelton
Donald E Smith Associates, Inc.
Solutia, Inc.
Southeast Financial
Spotgenie Partners, LLC
Malenna A Sumrall
Donald Wesley Sutton
Kevin P. Taylor
Leah O Taylor
Janet Teer
The Caring Foundation
Russell Leon Thomas
Thomas & Betts Corporation - Gadsde Facility
Anne Harris Tincher
Jennifer Martin Troncale
John Dickerson Troncale
TTL, Inc.

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TV Alabama, Inc.
Tyson Foods
Edward R Uehling
US AmeriBank
William Virgin, Jr.
Roger Dan Waller
Henry Barret Ware
Wells Fargo Foundation
Kathy Shaver Wetzel
Patricia S Windham
Robert D Woodall
Willita S Zoellner

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