Scholarships and awards available through the college
College awards for master of education (M.Ed.)/initial licensure students
Featured scholarship recipient
Ann Swerkstrom
M.Ed./ILP student in English education
Recipient of the Judy Walter Scholarship
"My first volunteer experiences were in a fifth grade classroom at Oh Day Aki Heart of the Earth Charter School here in Minneapolis. Working with that population really opened my eyes to the unique challenges that urban schools face, and it was so rewarding to see positive effects of caring, passionate educators. As I gained more experience working with other urban districts, I became convinced that there are many ways for a school to be successful — but that the foundation of success is made up of competent and engaging teachers."
CEHD is committed to providing scholarship support to students entering the initial licensure program, giving over $200,000 in private donor-funded scholarships each year, and an additional $50,000 in pooled scholarships administered by CEHD Student Services.
Starting summer 2008, initial licensure students will be considered for many scholarships at the time of admission, without needing to submit an additional application. See a list of these scholarships. Additional initial licensure program scholarships will be available through filling out a single application form, the CEHD Graduate Student Scholarship Application Packet [.pdf]. This application form has a deadline of April 1. By submitting this form, you will be considered for any scholarship for which you are qualified. Some of these scholarships are targeted for "merit and need;" to be considered for these, be sure to fill out your FAFSA as soon as possible after January 1.
For questions concerning CEHD scholarships, contact:
Mary Ellen Shaw
Coordinator of student progress and scholarships
612-625-4576
shawx001@umn.edu
The following scholarships require applications. Awards may not be available every semester. See individual award listings and forms for availability and deadlines.
Scholarships are listed alphabetically by name of scholarship and/or last name of the donor.
- Alumni Society Advanced Study Scholarship (academic performance)
- Alumni Society Promise of Tomorrow Scholarship (academic performance)
- CEHD Community Service Fellowship (community service activities and academic record)
- Community Outreach and Engagement Award (public service)
- Excellence in Academic Advising Award (academic advising)
- M.Ed. Award of Recognition (M.Ed. Initial Licensure students, for M.Ed. completion after license has been obtained)
- Minnesota Recreation and Park Foundation Scholarship (students pursuing majors in recreation, park, and leisure studies)
- Multicultural Recognition Award
- J. Anna Norris Award (female students in physical education and/or sport)
- Outstanding Student Leadership Award (leadership and/or service)
- Judy King Potts Endowment for Teaching Leadership in Literacy Education (in-service teachers who want/need additional training in reading and literacy)
- Lesley Dahl Rylander Endowed Scholarship Fund in Elementary Special Education (elementary education)
- Jason David Schleien Memorial Endowment (students pursuing majors in recreation, park and leisure studies or areas with an interest in serving individuals with disabilities)
- Matthew Stark Student Award
- Judy D. Walter Urban Teacher Preparation Scholarship (commitment to teaching in an urban, high-need school district)
Additional awards
Alumni Society Advanced Study Scholarship
Amount: $500, three or more scholarships to be
awarded, depending on available funds
Deadline: January 31
Award date: Spring
Contact: Sara Beyer, 48 McNeal Hall, 612-625-1310,
sbeyer@umn.edu
Criteria: Applicants must have been admitted to an advanced study program (M.A., M.Ed., M.S.W., Ph.D., specialist certificate, or Ed.D.) and earned a minimum of 15 credits within that program, have a minimum GPA of 3.8, and be an active student. Selection is based on academic performance and on faculty recommendations regarding potential for making significant contributions to the field of education and human development. Students pursuing initial teaching licensure are not eligible for this scholarship. Previous recipients of this award are also ineligible.
Application: Deadline is usually January 31 of each year. Announcements are sent to all students in early December.
Each candidate must complete an application and submit a resume or vitae, a current transcript (student-issued), a personal statement, and a letter of recommendation from one college faculty member. Applicants assume responsibility for requesting letters of recommendation. Please review complete application details before submitting. Application materials [.pdf] should be sent to Sara Beyer, 48 McNeal Hall, 1985 Buford Ave., St. Paul, MN 55108. Scholarship recipients are honored at a reception held in mid-April.
Alumni Society Promise of Tomorrow Scholarships
Amount: $500, three or more scholarships will be
awarded, depending on availability of funds
Deadline: January 31
Award date: Spring
Contact: Sara Beyer, 48 McNeal Hall, 612-625-1310,
sbeyer@umn.edu
Criteria: Applicants must be an undergraduate student or a student enrolled in the college's initial teacher licensure program (undergraduate or master's). Selection is based on academic performance (applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 to be considered), teaching potential, and personal statements provided by the candidate.
Application: Deadline is usually January 31 of each year. Announcements are sent to students in early December. Each candidate must complete an application, provide a copy of their current University transcript (student-issued), write a personal statement addressing goals and qualifications, and submit one letter of recommendation from a college faculty member. Applicants assume responsibility for requesting letters of recommendation. Please review complete application details before submitting. Application materials [.pdf] should be sent to Sara Beyer, 48 McNeal Hall, 1985 Buford Ave., St. Paul, MN 55108.
CEHD Community Service Fellowship
Amount: Up to ten awards at $1,000 each
Deadline: Application packets must be postmarked by April
1
Award date: Fall and spring semesters following
application
Contact: Student Services,
612-625-6501, cehdgrad@umn.edu
Criteria: Applicants must be admitted to an M.Ed./initial licensure program. Applicants agree to perform a minimum of 15 hours of approved service during fall semester.
Application: Please review complete application details in the CEHD Graduate Student Scholarship Application Packet [.pdf] before applying. Submit the completed application form and all supporting materials in one packet to CEHD Scholarship Committee, Student Services, 250 Education Sciences Building, 56 River Road, Minneapolis, MN 55455. Application packets are also available from Student Services, 612-625-6501, e-mail: cehdgrad@umn.edu.
Community Outreach and Engagement Award
Amount: One (1) $1000.00 award may be given.
Deadline: Monday, February 08, 2010 by 4:00 p.m.
Award date: Recipient will receive a $1,000 award and a
certificate presented at the CEHD Awards and Recognition event
on April 27, 2010.
Contact: Jill Lane,
jdlane@umn.edu or 612-626-4810.
Purpose
This award is given to recognize eligible student
involvement in public service and to encourage and emphasize civic
engagement as a permanent priority of the CEHD.
Eligibility
Graduate or undergraduate students participating in the CEHD may apply.
An individual may not receive this award more than once; however,
previous nominees who did not receive the award may be re-nominated.
Criteria
Successful nominees should have:
- Evidence of solid accomplishments in the improvement of direct services that are provided by educational, health, and related human development agencies. Cited activities should be consistent with the college mission and reflect the college’s commitment to a bi-directional involvement in the type of activities inherent in the UM’s adopted definition of engagement: Engagement is defined as the partnership of university knowledge and resources with those of the public and private sectors to enrich scholarship, research, and creative activity; enhance curriculum, teaching and learning; prepare educated, engaged citizens; strengthen democratic values and civic responsibility; address critical societal issues; and contribute to the public good. Collaborative activities should result in long-term, lasting changes in the direct services of the organizations and agencies.
- The community outreach and engagement contributions should be visible, lasting, and directly traceable to each candidate's individual efforts. The contributions should be made to service organizations and activities on a relatively long-term basis, generally for two or more years.
- The contributions should be made to non-profit organizations or groups that align with CEHD’s mission.
- This award is not intended to recognize contributions to professional organizations.
- Sustained community engagement over and above the expectations of normal course requirements.
- Any supporting documentation provided by relevant community organizations.
Nomination Documentation
Individuals who are not specialists in the nominee's field will
read the nomination materials. Successful nominations document how the
experiences of the nominee meet the criteria of the award. It is
strongly suggested that the letters specifically address the criteria in
the order they are listed. Five complete sets and the original, in 12
point font and with one-inch margins, of the following documentation are
required:
- A nomination letter of no more than three pages advocating for and interpreting the case for why this individual has demonstrated the award criteria. The nomination letter should indicate the relationship to and history between the nominator and nominee. Nominees may not nominate themselves.
- A personal statement by the nominee of no more than three pages describing his or her approach to community outreach and engagement and objectives and methods, giving examples when appropriate.
- Nominee's abbreviated professional resume of no more than three pages, made pertinent to the award criteria. (Resume will not be reviewed if it is more than three pages).
- Two letters of support from professors, colleagues, advisers, administrators, or non-University sources citing specific examples of the nominee’s community outreach and engagement activities. The relationship between letter writer and nominee should be made clear. Each letter should be no more than two pages.
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A CEHD nomination form. [PDF]
This form will insure that all nominees and nominators are contacted in the most efficient manner.
Selection Process
Nominations will be reviewed by the CEHD Honors and Awards work group which will
make a recommendation to the dean, who will make the final decision regarding
the recipient of this award.
Excellence in Academic Advising Award
Amount: One (1) award of $1000 may be given.
Deadline: Monday, February 8, 2010 by 4:00 p.m.
Award date: Recipient will receive a $1,000 award and a certificate
presented at the CEHD Awards and Recognition event on April 27, 2010.
Contact: Jill Lane,
jdlane@umn.edu or 612-626-4810.
Purpose
This award recognizes exceptional academic advising of
undergraduate or graduate students.
Eligibility
Faculty, P&A staff, civil service/bargaining unit staff, or graduate
students participating in academic advising roles in CEHD. An individual may not
receive this award more than once; however, previous nominees who did not
receive the award may be re-nominated.
Criteria
Successful nominees should have demonstrated:
- Excellence in student development (e.g. individual academic advising, fostering diversity, work with student organizations, career development, and other non-classroom contact with individuals or groups of students).
- Knowledge of academic alternatives as part of personal development.
- Recognition of the differing needs among students.
- Action in the students' best interests.
- The ability to create a welcoming environment which supports students in their academic progress.
Nomination Documentation
Individuals who are not specialists in the nominee's field will read
the nomination materials. Successful nominations document how the experiences of
the nominee meet the criteria of the award. It is strongly suggested that the
letters specifically address the criteria in the order they are listed. Any
efforts of the nominee to address the diverse backgrounds of students should be
noted within the context of these supporting documents. Five complete sets and
the original, in 12 point font and with one-inch margins, of the following
documentation are required:
- Nomination letter of no more than three pages advocating for and interpreting the case for why the individual's advising is considered exceptional, by specifically addressing the award criteria. The nomination letter should indicate the relationship to and history between the nominator and nominee. Nominees may not nominate themselves.
- Concise philosophy of advising statement prepared by the nominee. Statement should be no more than two pages.
- No more than a total of two letters from students, colleagues, peers, and alumni, which demonstrate how the nominee meets the criteria for the award. The relationship between the letter writer and the nominee should be made clear. Each letter should be no more than two pages.
- Nominee's abbreviated professional vita or resume, made pertinent to the award criteria and including appointment and years of service in CEHD, GC, or CHE. Vita or resume should be a maximum of three pages (Vita or resume will not be reviewed if it is more than three pages).
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A CEHD nomination form. [PDF]
This form will insure that all nominees and nominators are contacted in the most efficient manner.
Selection Process
Nominations will be reviewed by the CEHD Honors and Awards work group,
which will make a recommendation to the dean, who will make the final decision.
M.Ed. Award of Recognition
Amount: $1000
Deadline: Applications accepted on a rolling basis. Priority
deadline for receipt of application for fall 2009 is
September 16, 2009. Priority deadline for receipt of
application for spring 2010 is Friday, January 8, 2010.
Award date: Three or four awards each academic term (fall,
spring, or summer).
Contact: Student Services Scholarships, 612-625-6501,
ehdschol@umn.edu
Criteria: Applicant has completed initial licensure within the past five years and is in the process of completing coursework needed for the M.Ed. degree for that licensure area. Past recipients of this scholarship are not eligible to receive it a second time.
Application: Priority deadline for receipt of application for fall 2009 is Wednesday, September 16, 2009. Priority deadline for receipt of application for spring 2010 is Friday, January 8, 2010. Address for application letters: CEHD M.Ed. Award of Recognition / 250 Education Sciences Building / 56 East River Road / Minneapolis, MN 55455. Application materials may also be submitted via e-mail at ehdschol@umn.edu.
Each candidate must submit a letter of interest, a resume or vita, a personal statement describing personal and professional goals in the teaching profession, and a letter of support from one college faculty member or Student Services adviser to include a description of remaining courses and requirements needed for completion of the M.Ed. degree. Applicants assume responsibility for requesting the letter of support and making sure it arrives by the deadline. Letters of support can also be sent via e-mail to ehdschol@umn.edu.
Minnesota Recreation and Park Foundation Scholarship
Amount: Up to 3 scholarships of $750 each
Deadline: Mid-fall semester
Award date: December
Contact: Dr. Leo McAvoy, School of Kinesiology, 224 Cooke
Hall, 1900 University Ave SE, University of Minnesota,
Minneapolis, MN 55455, 612-625-5887,
mcavo001@umn.edu
Criteria: Applicants must be graduate or undergraduate students who are pursuing majors in recreation, park, and leisure studies. Awards are based on scholarship, a minimum GPA of 3.0, volunteer work, and extracurricular activities.
Application: Deadline is mid-fall semester. Obtain application information from the contact listed above.
Multicultural Recognition Award
Amount: One (1) award of $1000 may be given.
Deadline: Monday, February 8, 2010 by 4:00 p.m.
Award date: Recipient will receive a $1000.00 award and a certificate presented at the CEHD Awards and Recognition event on April 27, 2010.
Contact: Jill Lane,
jdlane@umn.edu or 612-626-4810.
Eligibility: CEHD graduate or undergraduate students who deserve recognition for their outstanding multicultural efforts.
Criteria: Nominations are invited for individuals who, as a part of their professional or extracurricular work, have made outstanding multicultural efforts to the CEHD community in the following areas of impact:
- Community outreach
- Curriculum
- Mentoring
- Student development and advocacy
Nomination documentation
Individuals who are not specialists in the nominee's field will read
the nomination materials. Successful nominations document how the experiences of
the nominee meet the criteria of the award. Five complete sets and the original,
in 12 point font and with one-inch margins, of the following documentation are
required:
- A nomination letter of no more than three pages advocating for and interpreting the case for why this individual has demonstrated the award criteria and addressing nominator’s relationship to and history with the nominee. Nominees may not nominate themselves.
- Nominee's abbreviated professional resume, made pertinent to the award criteria. Resume should be a maximum of three pages (Resume will not be reviewed if it is more than three pages).
- No more than a total of two letters from students, faculty, staff, or alumni, which demonstrate how the nominee meets the criteria for the award (make sure the relationship between letter writer and nominee is clear). Each letter should be no more than two pages.
-
A CEHD nomination form. [PDF]
This form will insure that all nominees and nominators are contacted in the most efficient manner.
Selection process: Nominations will be reviewed by the CEHD Honors and Awards work group, which will make a recommendation to the dean, who will make the final decision.
J. Anna Norris Award
Amount: Awards vary
Award date: usually in early summer
Contact: Elizabeth Spletzer, School of Kinesiology, 222B
Cooke Hall, 1900 University Ave SE, University of Minnesota,
Minneapolis, MN 55455, 612-626-8159,
splet003@umn.edu
Criteria: Applicants must be female students accepted into, or enrolled in, the initial teacher licensure program in physical education or in a graduate program which would likely lead to a career in college teaching or adult education in physical education and/or sport.
Application: Submit a letter of application to the contact listed above. The letter should identify the nature of financial need, and a current academic transcript must be attached. For more information see J. Anna Norris Award.
Outstanding Student Leadership Award
Amount: Up to two (2) awards of $500 may be presented. One award will be available to a student at each of the following levels of study; undergraduate and graduate.
Deadline: Monday, February 8, 2010 by 4:00 p.m.
Award date: The recipient(s) will receive a $500 award and a certificate presented at the CEHD Awards and Recognition event on April 27, 2010.
Contact: Jill Lane,
jdlane@umn.edu or 612-626-4810.
Eligibility: Currently registered CEHD graduating seniors or graduate students in good standing (nominations may be submitted by students, faculty, and staff).
Criteria: Please address the following relevant criteria in your nomination and give examples:
- Leadership skills and ability to empower others.
- Positive impact on CEHD, academic department, major program(s) and/or its student organizations.
- Leadership and service contributions to the college, University, and surrounding community.
Nomination documentation
Individuals who are not specialists in the nominee's field will read
the nomination materials. Successful nominations document how the experiences of
the nominee meet the criteria of the award. Five complete sets and the original,
in 12 point font and with one-inch margins, of the following documentation are
required:
- A nomination letter of no more than three pages advocating for and interpreting the case for why this individual has demonstrated the award criteria and addressing the nominator’s relationship with the nominee. Nominees may not nominate themselves.
- Nominee's abbreviated professional vita or resume made pertinent to the award criteria. Vita or resume should be a maximum of three pages (Vita or resume will not be reviewed if it is more than three pages).
- Nominee’s current transcript.
- A statement of less than one page containing personal goals, prepared by the nominee.
-
A CEHD nomination form. [PDF]
This form will insure that all nominees and nominators are contacted in the most efficient manner.
Selection process: Nominations will be reviewed by the CEHD Honors and Awards work group, which will make a recommendation to the dean, who will make the final decision.
Judy King Potts Endowment for Teaching Leadership in Literacy Education
Amount: A
one-time award of $ 500.00.
Deadline: May 5, 2008.
Monies awarded each spring (when funds are available) to 2-3
outstanding applicants to the literacy program area in the
Department of Curriculum and Instruction, particularly students
enrolled in the reading licensure program.
Award date: Spring
semester
Contact: Professor Deborah
R. Dillon, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, 330B Peik
Hall, dillon@umn.edu
Criteria: Applicants must be in-service teachers who want or need additional training in reading and literacy, particularly those enrolled in the University of Minnesota's reading licensure program. Preference will be given to teachers in the seven-county metro area who are teaching in pre-kindergarten to second grade settings, but the award is not limited to this grade-level focus. The scholarship also entails leadership work within the reading/literacy program area. The award is made on the basis of academic record, experiences, and personal statement.
Application: Applicants should submit a 1-2 page personal statement, explaining why they are applying for the award, leadership goals in the area of reading/literacy, and why they would be worthy recipients of a scholarship. In addition, materials submitted by individuals when they applied to the reading licensure program will be reviewed. The personal statement should be submitted by May 5 to Professor Deborah R. Dillon, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, 330B Peik Hall (dillon@umn.edu). E-mail submission is preferable with a paper copy also mailed to Dr. Dillon before the May 5 deadline.
Lesley Dahl Rylander Endowed Scholarship Fund in Elementary Special Education
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: Late winter
Contact: Dept. of Educational Psychology, 612-626-0708
Criteria: Applicant must be a student in the initial licensure program in elementary education with a special interest in working in special education at that level.
Application: Write a letter describing your qualifications for the award and on how this award will further your academic goals and attach a current transcript. Send completed materials to: Attn: Sande Hill, Rylander Scholarship, 250 Education Sciences Building, 56 East River Road, Minneapolis, MN 55455.
Jason David Schleien Memorial Endowment
Scholarship is inactive.
Amount: $1,000-2,000
Award date: usually in early spring
Contact: School of Kinesiology, 111 Cooke Hall, 1900
University Ave SE, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
55455, 612-625-5300,
kin@umn.edu
Criteria: One or two scholarships may be awarded annually to meritorious students. Applicants must be students pursuing majors in recreation, park and leisure studies or areas with an interest in serving individuals with disabilities.
Application: A 1-2 page proposal describing a project or activity that will address the community inclusion of children and/or adults with developmental disabilities. Obtain proposal specifics from the contact listed. For more information see Jason David Schleien Memorial Endowment.
Judy D. Walter Urban Teacher Preparation Scholarship
Amount: one award of $15,000
Deadline: July 31, 2009 (applications and supporting
documents must arrive by this date)
Award date: 2009-10 academic year
Contact: Student Services, 612-625-6501,
cehdgrad@umn.edu
Criteria: This scholarship is intended for initial licensure students planning a teaching career in urban settings, with preference granted to applicants who graduate from Minneapolis public schools. The award is intended to cover tuition and expenses. An interview will be required of award finalists.
Application: Complete the Judy D. Walter Urban Teacher Preparation Scholarship Application [.pdf].
January 2009