Scholarships in the College of Human Sciences are awarded based on scholastic excellence, leadership, aptitude, academic service, and in some cases, financial need. Applicants for college scholarships will be considered for all awards within the college and the departments for which they qualify at the time of review. Application deadline is February 15 unless specifically stated otherwise. All college level scholarships are administered by the dean through the College of Human Sciences Scholarship Committee. Renewable awards require that the minimum grade-point average be maintained for continuity.
Departmental scholarships and substance abuse studies scholarships are administered through their respective scholarship committees. Separate application processes and deadlines are noted with descriptions of those particular scholarships.
Malouf and Iris Abraham
Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in any human sciences major with an overall high school or university
2.5 GPA or better and an overall 3.0 GPA on all graduate work. Students should reside in Hemphill, Lipscomb, Ochiltree,
Wheeler, Roberts, or Gray counties. Academic performance, character, leadership, and evidence of financial need will be considered.
Established by Malouf and Iris Abraham. Applications should be requested from the office of the dean or Amarillo
Area Foundation, Inc., 700 First National Place I, 801 S. Fillmore, Amarillo, TX 79101. Application deadline: April 1.
Nancy Jenks Arnold Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.8 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) students in the college who have demonstrated leadership skills
and potential for success as human sciences professionals. Number and amount vary.
Established in memory of Nancy Jenks Arnold.
Pauline Bean Scholarship
For any students in the college who have demonstrated leadership skills and potential for success as human sciences
professionals. Number and amount vary.
Endowed by an anonymous donor to honor Pauline Bean for her dedicated service to her family and community.
Betty Bell Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.5 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) human sciences majors from West Texas. Amount is $500.
Established by Don and Betty Bell of Wolfforth.
Boeer-Wolf Fellowship
For human sciences majors of good character who have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Some consideration of financial
need. Preference given to graduate students.
Established by Dr. Ilse H. Wolf, former professor of consumer education, in memory of her parents, Karl and Louise B.
Wolf, and Mrs. Wolf's sisters, Misses Alma and Bertha Boeer.
Douglas and Angela Boren
Scholarship
For entering freshmen majoring in human sciences whose test scores are 1100 SAT1 or 25 ACT. Amount and number vary.
Established by Douglas and Angela Boren of Lubbock.
Jack and Vivian Broyles
Scholarship
For any undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in human sciences who has successfully completed one semester of
study with a 3.0 GPA or better. Amount and number vary.
Established by Virginia and C. R. Hutcheson in memory of her father, the late Jack Broyles, and her mother, Vivian Broyles.
Edna Buster Scholarship
For undergraduates (2.5 GPA) or graduate students (3.0 GPA) in human sciences who have demonstrated leadership
skills and potential for success. Amount and number vary.
Established by friends of Edna Buster in honor of her 28 years of teaching service at Texas Tech.
Cagle, Cauley, and Coulter
Scholarship
For graduate students in environmental design and consumer economics, human development with career focus on
young children, and family financial planning. Recipients should be outstanding leaders with strong academic records, financial
need, and outstanding achievements. Amount and number vary.
Established by family members Dr. Jane Coulter, former Associate Dean for Graduate Study and Research, College
of Human Sciences; Dr. and Mrs. Joe Cauley; and Mr. and Mrs. Danny Cagle.
Ernestine and Waggoner Carr
Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in any human sciences major, based on academic performance (2.5
GPA), service, and leadership. Amount and number vary.
Established by Ernestine and Waggoner Carr.
Dr. William J. Carter Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.0 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) students in the college who have demonstrated leadership skills
and potential for success as human sciences professionals. Preference is given to students with three or more siblings or offspring.
Established by Brad and Priscilla Snodgrass in honor of her father.
Lizzie Belle Clements and Clarence K. Whiteside Sr.
Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in the college who have demonstrated leadership skills and potential
for success. Awards to be based on service, leadership, and academic performance (2.8 and 3.0 GPA for undergraduates
and graduates, respectively). Amount and numbers vary.
Established by friends and families in honor of Lizzie Belle Clements and Clarence K. Whiteside Sr.
Lola Cone Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students of any human sciences major with an overall 3.0 GPA or better. Number and
amount vary.
Established by Lola Cone, whose contributions in civic and charitable projects have had far-reaching effects for
community enrichment and development.
Mary Curl Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.8 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) students in the college who have demonstrated leadership skills
and potential for success as human sciences professionals. Number and amount vary.
Established by family and friends in honor of Mary Curl.
C. J. Davidson Scholarship
For outstanding undergraduate and graduate students with preference given to Texas residents enrolled in the college
who exhibit scholastic ability (3.0 GPA), leadership, and/or financial need. Undergraduate students should be Texas
residents. Students who maintain scholastic achievement may continue on scholarships until graduation. Amount is $1,000 each year
for up to four years.
Lou Dunn Diekemper Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in the college who have demonstrated leadership skills and potential
for success. Based on service, leadership, and academic performance. Amount and number vary.
Established by Lou Diekemper because of her commitment to human sciences.
Double T-Claude Dollins
Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.8 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) students in the college who have demonstrated leadership skills
and potential for success as human sciences professionals. Amount and number vary.
Established by Claude Dollins of Lubbock.
Lola Drew Scholarship
For undergraduates or graduates majoring in the college with a 3.0 GPA. Amount and number vary.
Established by Lola Drew and her friends.
Kara Dunn Scholarship
For any classification or major in human sciences demonstrating leadership skills and potential for success as a
professional. A minimum 2.8 GPA for undergraduates or a 3.0 GPA for graduate students is required. Amount and number vary.
Established by Mrs. Kara Dunn because of her commitment to human sciences. Kara Moore Dunn, native of the West
Texas area, was married to the well-known Lubbock surgeon, Dr. Sam Dunn.
Electric Cooperative Scholarship
For a freshman or sophomore interested in the development of rural America and majoring in human sciences. Based
on scholastic achievement, extracurricular activities, citizenship, and need. Preference will be given to applicants who are
receiving electric service from a Texas Rural Electric Cooperative. Amount is $300.
Established by the area electric cooperatives and administered by the Texas Rural Electrification Education and
Research Committee. Application forms are available at the Office of the Dean, College of Human Sciences, Texas Tech University,
Box 41162, Lubbock, TX 79409-1162. Completed application forms are to be sent to the Texas Rural Electrification
Education and research Committee, Electrical Engineering Department, Texas Tech University, Box 43102, Lubbock, TX
79409-3102. Application deadline: February 15.
Ethel Foster Memorial
Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in the college who have demonstrated leadership skills and potential
for success. Based on service, leadership, and academic performance (2.8 for undergraduates and 3.0 for graduates). Amounts
and number vary.
Established by the family and friends of Miss Foster in memory of her many contributions to the College of Human Sciences.
Constance Bishop Goodwin
Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate majors in the college. Amount and number vary.
Established through the Robert C. Goodwin Trust.
Geneva McLain Griffin Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.5 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) human science majors.
Established by Geneva and Rip Griffin, loyal supporters of Texas Tech and Lubbock.
Vernon and Elizabeth Haggerton
Scholarship
For outstanding undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in the college who have demonstrated leadership skills
and potential for success. Based on service, leadership, and academic performance, recipients should have a 2.5 GPA for
undergraduates and 3.0 GPA or better at the graduate level. Amount and number vary.
Established by Vernon and Elizabeth Haggerton.
Elizabeth G. Haley Scholarship
For outstanding undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in the college who demonstrate scholastic achievement. A
2.8 GPA is required for undergraduates and a 3.00 for graduate students. Amount and number vary.
Established by family and friends in honor of Elizabeth G. Haley, Ph.D., the current Dean of the College of Human Sciences.
Gladys M. Haley Scholarship
For graduate or undergraduate majors in any of the departments of the college. Recipients should be outstanding
students who exhibit leadership, scholarship, and service and who have professional potential. Amount and number vary.
Established by family and friends in honor of Gladys M. Haley.
Donald W. and Mary T. Haragan Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.8 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) students in the college who have demonstrated leadership skills
and potential for success as human sciences professionals. Amount and number vary.
Established by Donald and Willie Haragan in honor of his parents.
Agnes Hicks Memorial
Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students of any major within the college who demonstrate scholastic achievement. A
3.0 GPA is required. Amount and number vary.
Established by family and friends in memory of Agnes Hicks.
Sallie F. Hill Scholarship
For undergraduate students enrolled in the college with preference given to those from Southern states. Preference given
to those with minor in journalism or writing emphasis. Awards based on service, leadership, and academic performance (3.0
GPA minimum). Amounts and number vary.
Established by her family in honor of Miss Hill's 100th birthday, April 13, 1991.
Human Sciences Alumni
Association Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.5 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) majors in human sciences.
Established by Texas Tech Human Sciences Alumni Association.
Human Sciences Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in any human sciences major. Amount and number vary.
C. R. and Virginia Hutcheson
Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.8 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) majors in human sciences. Based on service, leadership,
academic performance, and need.
Established by Choc and Virginia Hutcheson of Lubbock.
Helen DeVitt Jones Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.8 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) students in the college who have demonstrated leadership skills
and potential for success as human sciences professionals. Amount and number vary.
Established by a gift from the estate of Helen DeVitt Jones, long-time supporter of the college.
Martha Morgan Jones
Memorial Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.8 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) majors in human sciences. Based on leadership, service, and
academic performance.
Established by Drs. Elizabeth Haley and Glenn M. Jones in memory of Martha Morgan Jones.
Jean McLaughlin Kahle
Scholarship
For entering undergraduates (freshman or transfer) in human sciences who demonstrate strong scholastic achievement
(3.0 GPA) and leadership. Students who qualify may continue on scholarship one additional year. Amount and number vary.
Established by Mrs. Jean McLaughlin Kahle of Fort Worth.
Carolyn Lanier Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students of any major in the college. Recipients should have strong academic record
(minimum 3.0 GPA). Amount and number vary.
Established to honor Carolyn Lanier, former Executive Director of the South Plains Food Bank.
Debbie Crouch Lewis Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in traditional areas of human sciences who are native born Texans.
Preference will be given to students who graduate from a Gaines County High School. Recipients must have a minimum overall
2.8 GPA (undergraduate) and 3.5 (graduate), and have demonstrated potential as a professional. Amount and number vary.
Established by family and friends in memory of Debbie Crouch Lewis.
Frances and Tommy Lyle
Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in any human sciences major with a minimum of 2.5 and 3.0 GPA
for undergraduates and graduates, respectively. Specifically for a parent who wishes to resume and further his or her education
in the college. Amount and number vary.
Established by family and friends of Frances and Tommy Lyle for their commitment to children and community activities.
Manire-Roch Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students of any major in the college who have demonstrated leadership skills and potential
for success. Based on service, leadership, and academic performance (2.8 GPA for undergraduates and 3.0 GPA for
graduates). Amount and number vary.
Established by members of the Manire and Roch families honoring their commitment to Texas Tech and higher education.
Massengill Scholarship
For undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in a degree program in the college who demonstrate excellent
scholastic achievement, service, and leadership. A 2.8 GPA is required for undergraduates and a 3.0 GPA for graduate students.
Amount and number vary.
Established by Ellen Webb Massengill in memory of Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Massengill of Littlefield, TX.
Giles and Louise McCrary
Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in the college who have demonstrated leadership skills and potential
for success. Based on service, leadership, and academic performance (3.0 GPA). Consideration given to a Garza County student.
Established by Giles and Louise McCrary of Post, TX.
Robert and Bernice Neugebauer Moore Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.8 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) students in any human sciences major who have demonstrated
leadership skills and potential for success as human sciences professionals. Amount and number vary.
Established by Dr. Robert and the late Bernice Moore, loyal supporters of Human Sciences and active Lubbock
community citizens. Dr. Moore established and was the first chair of the department of pediatrics at the TTUHSC School of
Medicine. Bernice was a 1950 TTU graduate of Human Sciences.
Carmyn Morrow Scholarship
For freshmen or sophomores majoring in the college. Selections are based on leadership, awards, honors, and
community or church-related activities. Amount and number vary.
Established by friends, family, and Dr. Carmyn Morrow, professor and former Associate Dean in the College of
Human Sciences.
Jessie Bateman-Barnes Narsutis Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in the college who have demonstrated leadership skills and potential
for success. Based on service, leadership, and academic performance (2.8 GPA for undergraduates and 3.0 GPA for
graduates). Amount and number vary.
Established by Jessie W. Bateman-Barnes Narsutis who was named a Human Sciences Distinguished Alumna in 1989.
Omega Chapter Scholarship
For junior or senior members of Omega Chapter, Phi Upsilon Omicron, on the basis of scholastic record, evidence
of leadership, character, and sincerity of purpose. A 3.25 GPA is required. Amount and number vary.
Established by members and alumni of the honor society of Phi Upsilon Omicron.
Laverne McWhirter Permenter
Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in human sciences who demonstrate scholastic excellence and
leadership potential. Amount and number vary.
Established by E. W. Permenter in memory of Laverne McWhirter Permenter who received the Bachelor of Science
and Master of Science degrees at Texas Tech.
Percy Ruth Price Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students of any major who have demonstrated leadership skills and potential for
success. Financial need is considered as well as interview information.
Established by H. Y. Price in memory of his sister, Percy Ruth Price. Mr. Price attended Tech in 1926-30 and chose to
honor his professors and family members with scholarships in their names.
Sharlene Formby Rhoads
Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.8 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) students in the college who have demonstrated leadership skills
and potential for success as human sciences professionals.
Established by Sharlene Formby Rhoads of Midland, Texas.
W. B. Rushing Family
Scholarships
For undergraduate (2.8 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) students in the college who have demonstrated leadership skills
and potential for success. Amount and number vary.
Established by the W. B. Rushing family.
Cecil Schwalbe--Nancy Lynne Wilson Scholarship
(Please refer to the Texas Tech Association of Parents section)
Floy Glenn Sides Scholarship
For undergraduates with a minimum 3.0 GPA enrolled in the college who have demonstrated leadership skills and
potential for success as human sciences professionals.
Established by Floy Glenn Sides of Lubbock, Texas.
Cathy Campbell Sitzes
Memorial Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.8 GPA) or graduate (3.0) students enrolled in the college.
Established by James I. Campbell, loyal Tech alumnus, in loving memory of his daughter, Cathy, a human sciences alumna.
Mr. and Mrs. Albert Skibell
Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.8 GPA) or graduate (3.0) students enrolled in the college.
Established by Mr. and Mrs. Albert Skibell, well known retailers in Lubbock.
South Plains Foundation
Scholarship
For undergraduates of any major in the college who have demonstrated leadership skills and show financial need. Based
on service, leadership, and academic performance. Amount and number vary.
Established by the South Plains Foundation.
Louise and Erwin Sparks
Scholarship
For an outstanding undergraduate student with a 2.8 GPA pursuing a degree in any area of human sciences. The
student should have demonstrated leadership skills and potential for success as a professional.
Established by Billie Wolfe in honor of Louise and Erwin Sparks who served as community leaders helping needy families.
Elizabeth Imogene Tatum
Memorial Endowment
For sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate students majoring in the college who are enrolled in at least 12 hours and
who demonstrate financial need. Endowment used to assist majors through a special employment program in the College of
Human Sciences.
John Tatum established the Elizabeth Imogene Tatum Memorial Endowment as a tribute to his wife in 1986. Elizabeth
Tatum worked part-time to complete her education. She graduated from Texas Tech with a bachelor's degree, Home
Economics Education, in 1933.
Dorothy Johnson Taylor
Memorial Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.5 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) students enrolled in the college.
Established by Dr. Haskell Taylor, retired Tech accounting professor, in loving memory of his wife, Dorothy, who was a
1939 graduate of human sciences.
Jewell L. Taylor Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in the college who show dedication of purpose, financial need, quality
of character, and successful academic achievement. Graduate students enrolled in the field of business or extension will be
given special consideration.
Established by the family of Jewell L. Taylor, a dedicated home economist. Her first professional assignment was as a
county home demonstration agent followed by employment as a utility home economist.
Ida Parks Thompson
Memorial Scholarship
For a human sciences major who demonstrates interest in the profession. Recipient must have at least a 2.5 GPA.
Scholarship is renewable each year if there is need and the criteria are maintained. Amount is paid from the interest income
of endowment funds subject to funds available but not more than $500 per semester.
Established by Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Gates in memory of Mrs. Ida Parks Thompson, mother of Mrs. Gates. Mrs.
Thompson manifested interest in home economics during her lifetime.
Willa Vaughn Tinsley and Maude Flowers Tinsley Memorial
Scholarship
For junior and senior human sciences students of good scholarship (3.0 GPA) and need who demonstrate concern for
people and appreciation of human sciences. Amount and number vary.
Clara Tucker Graduate Fellowship
For any student on a competitive basis who has been admitted to a graduate program in human sciences. Based on a
record of achievement for potential and future growth (3.0 GPA) and economic need. Amount and number vary.
Established by Dr. Clara Tucker, a lifetime home economist.
United Supermarkets Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.8 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) students in the college who have demonstrated leadership skills
and potential for success as human sciences professionals. Number and amount vary.
Established by Robert Snell and United Supermarkets, Inc. in support of programs in the College of Human Sciences.
Snell and his company are avid supporters of Texas Tech and the Lubbock community.
Margaret W. Weeks Scholarship
For human sciences majors who demonstrate good scholarship and financial need. Amount and number vary.
Established by the Texas Tech Human Sciences Alumni Association in honor of Margaret W. Weeks, the first Dean of
the School of Home Economics at Texas Technological College.
Wells--Derr Scholarship
For undergraduate students enrolled in the college; based on scholastic ability, character, potential, and financial
need. Priority selection will be given to students in family and consumer sciences, clothing, and child development. A 2.85 GPA
is required, and the recipient must be a resident of Texas and eligible to pay resident tuition. Awards are made annually and
are renewable. Amount and number vary.
Established by Mr. and Mrs. J. Roy Wells in honor of Mrs. Fray Stallings Wells, Mrs. Bertha Mae Wells Derr, Dr. Louise
Wells McCormick, and Dr. Maynette Derr Williams.
Maynette Derr Williams
Service Award and Scholarship
For the senior student who has demonstrated exemplary volunteer service to the greater Lubbock community,
shown commitment to human sciences professions through college and university service, earned the respect of faculty and
peers, developed leadership skills, and demonstrated academic achievement (2.75 GPA).
Established by Dr. Doyle Williams in honor of his wife, Maynette Derr Williams, former faculty member and Assistant
Dean of Graduate Studies and Research for the college.
Clifford H. and Lucille Andrews Scholarship
For students majoring in restaurant, hotel, and institutional management who have demonstrated academic
excellence and leadership skills.
Established by G. Randall Andrews in honor of his parents.
ARAMARK Services Scholarship
For juniors majoring in restaurant, hotel, and institutional management (RHIM) who have earned at least half their
educational expenses by working in the hospitality industry. A minimum 2.5 GPA is required.
Established by ARAMARK Services. Administered by the RHIM Scholarship Committee. Application deadline: April 15.
Donald K. Bigham Scholarship
For undergraduate (3.0 GPA) or graduate (3.5 GPA) students in family financial planning or restaurant, hotel, and
institutional management programs.
Established by Joyce Bigham in memory of her husband Donald.
Roland and Alyne McCallon DeFee Scholarship
For graduate students majoring in restaurant, hotel, and institutional management with a preference to nontraditional
students.
Established by Debby Duff in honor of her parents, Roland and Alyne McCallon DeFee.
Georgia Mae Ericson Scholarship
For sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate majoring in restaurant, hotel, and institutional management. Minimum 2.5
GPA (undergraduate) 3.0 (graduate), leadership skills. Amount varies.
Administered by the RHIM Scholarship Committee. Application deadline: April 15.
Fired Up, Inc. Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.5 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) students enrolled in restaurant, hotel, and institutional management.
Administered by the RHIM Scholarship Committee. Application deadline: April 15.
Furr's--Bishop Scholarship
For restaurant, hotel, and institutional management majors with a minimum 2.0 GPA; based on need and academic
performance. Amount varies.
Established by Furr's, Inc., and Lubbock Restaurant Association. Administered by the RHIM Scholarship Committee.
Application deadline: April 15.
Madam Goh Scholarship
For restaurant, hotel, and institutional management majors with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Amount and number vary.
Established by family and friends in memory of Madam Swee Poh Goh.
John Q. Hammons Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in restaurant, hotel, and institutional management who have
demonstrated leadership skills and potential for success as a human science professional. Based on service, leadership, and academic
performance, recipients should have an overall GPA of 2.5 or better. Amount and number vary.
Established by John Q. Hammons Industries.
Jazz Sam Hargrove-Marcos Duarte Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.8 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) students majoring in restaurant, hotel, and institutional
management. Amount and number vary.
Established by Victor Allred of Linear Notions dba Jazz, A Louisiana Kitchen in memory of two Jazz employees who
died, Sam Hargrove and Marco Duarte.
Les Dames d'Escoffier, Texas Chapter, Scholarship Endowment
For a female undergraduate restaurant, hotel, and institutional management major. Student must have completed 12
hours and be enrolled full-time; have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA and a 3.5 GPA in major; be a resident of Texas, New
Mexico, Oklahoma, Arkansas, or Louisiana. Based on scholarship, professional potential, character, and financial need. Based on
the recommendation of the scholarship committee and approval of the dean. Amount varies.
Established by the Dallas chapter of Les Dames d'Escoffier. Administered by the RHIM Scholarship Committee.
Application deadline: April 15.
Lubbock Restaurant AssociationLauro F. Cavazos Scholarship
For restaurant, hotel, and institutional management majors with a 2.5 GPA for undergraduates and a 3.0 GPA for graduates.
Established by members of the Lubbock Restaurant Association. Administered by the RHIM Scholarship committee.
Application deadline: April 15.
Clint McPherson--T. V. Munson Scholarship
For undergraduates or graduate students majoring in restaurant, hotel, institutional management or food and nutrition
with an interest in wine marketing or enology. Students with chemistry minors will be given preference. Awards are for
outstanding students with academic performance (2.8 GPA for undergraduates and 3.0 GPA for graduates). Amount and number vary.
Established by friends and family of Clinton McPherson, retired chemistry professor, for his work in the West
Texas wine industry. Also established in memory of T. V. Munson, an internationally known Texas horticulturist.
Administered by the College Scholarship Committee.
Gary Owens Scholarship
For restaurant, hotel, and institutional management majors with a minimum 2.0 GPA. Amount varies.
Established by Ray Chapman as a memorial to Gary Owens. Administered by the RHIM Scholarship Committee.
Application deadline: April 15.
Gregory James Pappas
Scholarship
For juniors or seniors majoring in restaurant, hotel, and institutional management with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Recipients should be citizens of the U. S. and have a proven interest in a career in the hospitality industry, preferably the
restaurant industry. Amount and number vary.
Established by Pappas Restaurants and friends and family of Gregory James Pappas.
RHIM Booster Scholarship
For restaurant, hotel, and institutional management majors of sophomore standing or higher with a minimum 2.5 GPA.
Established by the RHIM Booster Club. Administered by the RHIM Scholarship Committee. Application deadline: April 15.
RHIM Faculty Scholarship
For a student majoring in restaurant, hotel, and institutional management. Minimum 2.75 GPA. Based on record of
excellence, academic performance, service, and leadership. Amount varies.
Selection determined by the RHIM Scholarship Committee. Application deadline: April 15.
Dennis Roark Memorial
Endowed Scholarship
For a junior or senior majoring in restaurant, hotel, and institutional management. Minimum 2.0 GPA. Based on
academic performance, service, and leadership. Amount varies.
Established in memory of Dennis Roark, a graduate of the Restaurant, Hotel, and Institutional Management program
by family and friends. Administered by the RHIM Scholarship Committee. Application deadline: April 15.
W. B. Rushing Family Scholarship
For sophomore, junior, or senior restaurant, hotel, and institutional management majors with a minimum 2.5 GPA.
Amount varies.
Established by the W. B. Rushing family. Administered by the College Scholarship Committee.
Mary Sue Sandidge Scholarship
For a female student majoring in restaurant, hotel, and institutional management. Based on demonstrated leadership
skills, potential for success, and a 2.75 GPA. Amount varies.
Established by Mary G. Sandidge. Administered by the RHIM Scholarship Committee. Application deadline:
April 15.
W. H. Watson--Watson
Foodservice Scholarship
For restaurant, hotel and institutional management majors of sophomore standing or higher with a minimum 2.5 GPA
for undergraduates and 3.0 for graduate students.
Established by W. H. "Bill" Watson and Mike Davis of Watson Foods. Administered by the RHIM Scholarship
Committee. Application deadline: April 15.
Mozelle Craddock Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students with a 2.8 or better and 3.0 GPA, respectively, who are specializing in areas of
food and nutrition (dietetics or restaurant, hotel, and institutional management). Recipients should be outstanding and/or
needy students who are expected to continue in the field.
Established by family and friends in memory of Mozelle Craddock, a former faculty member in the Department of Food
and Nutrition.
Food and Nutrition Scholarship
For worthy students majoring in a food and nutrition program at the undergraduate, graduate, or internship level with a
2.5 or better GPA as determined by the scholarship committee. Amount and number vary.
Established originally by the Lubbock Restaurant Association and other donors.
Elizabeth Fox Scholarship
For graduate students accepted into the dietetic internship program in human sciences who have demonstrated
leadership skills and potential for success as human sciences professionals. Must have a 3.0 GPA on undergraduate work, 3.2 on
master's, and 3.5 on doctoral. Number and amount vary.
Established by friends of Elizabeth Fox for her outstanding contributions as a faculty member in the college.
Ruth Ann Franklin Scholarship
For graduate students and students accepted into the dietetic internship and master's degree program in food and
nutrition (2.5 GPA). Amount and number vary.
Established in honor of Ruth Ann Franklin, Ph.D., a Texas Tech alumna. At the time of her death, she was a
nutrition professor at Texas Christian University. Administered by the Food and Nutrition Scholarship Committee. Application
deadline: April 30.
Margarette Harden Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students majoring in food and nutrition who have demonstrated leadership skills and
potential for success as a human sciences professional. Based on service, leadership, and academic performance, recipients should
have a strong academic record (overall 3.0 GPA or better). Amount and number vary.
Established by Dr. Margarette Harden from cash awards presented to her for many local, state, and national honors
achieved during her 23 years of teaching, research, and service to the college and Texas Tech.
Horton A. and Mildred Proctor Hobbs Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students majoring in food and nutrition, dietetics, or restaurant, hotel, and
institutional management who have demonstrated leadership skills and potential for success as a human sciences professional. Based
on service, leadership, and academic performance, recipients should have a strong academic record (overall 3.0 GPA or
better). Amount and number vary.
Established by Mildred Proctor Hobbs in memory and honor of her husband, Horton A. Hobbs, and herself.
Jean Poteet Jones Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students specializing in food and nutrition with a GPA or 3.0 or better. Number and
amount vary.
Established by family and friends in memory of Jean Poteet Jones, a 1952 Texas Tech food and nutrition graduate
who served as coordinator of the education and training program, division of elementary and secondary education, for the
Ohio Department of Education.
Mina W. Lamb Endowed
Scholarship
For junior, senior, or graduate majors in dietetics; based on scholarship (3.0 GPA), professional potential, and need.
Number and amount vary annually.
Established by friends and family of Mina W. Lamb. Administered by department Faculty Scholarship Committee.
Application deadline: May 1.
Clara McPherson Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students specializing in food and nutrition (dietetics) with a GPA of 3.0 or better.
Recipients are expected to continue in the field.
Established by family and friends in honor of Clara McPherson who retired as Associate Chairperson of the Department
of Food and Nutrition in 1986 after 31 years of dedicated service.
W. B. Rushing Family Scholarship in Food and Nutrition
For undergraduate students in food and nutrition or dietetics who have at least a 3.0 GPA and demonstrated record
of leadership and potential for success. Number and amount vary.
Established by the W. B. Rushing family.
Marguerite B. Snyder Scholarship
For junior, senior, or graduate majors within the college. Priority given to food and nutrition majors; others
considered. Criteria include 2.5 GPA cumulative, 3.0 GPA in the major, test scores, and accomplishments.
Marguerite B. Snyder was named a Distinguished Human Sciences Alumna in 1984. The scholarship was established
by James L. Snyder, her husband, upon her death in November 1987.
Laurel Earline Weddle Scholarship
For an undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in food and nutrition who demonstrates leadership skills and potential
for success as a human sciences professional. A 2.8 GPA or better for undergraduates and a 3.0 GPA for graduate students
is required. Amount and number vary.
Laurel Earline Weddle earned a B.S. in Home Economics at Texas Tech in 1939. After years of service to her profession,
she was honored in 1986 as a Distinguished Alumna of the college.
S. P. Yang Scholarship
For graduate students majoring in food and nutrition who are currently conducting research and have a minimum 3.0
GPA. Amount and number vary.
Established in honor of Sheang P. Yang, Ph.D., who taught in the food and nutrition area from 1969-1988. During
this period, he served as chairman and interim chairman for 11 years.
Vivian Adams Scholarship
For junior or senior majors in family and consumer sciences. Applicants should be in the upper 10 percent of the class.
Based on character and need. Amount and number vary.
Established by Vivian Johnson Adams, professor emeritus and retired chairperson of Home Economics Education at
Texas Tech. Administered by the College Scholarship Committee in consultation with the Home Economics Education faculty.
Catherine Camille Bell
Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students majoring in family and consumer sciences or family and consumer sciences
education with GPAs of 3.0 and 3.5, respectively. Applicants should be outstanding and/or needy and should expect to continue
in the field.
Established by family and friends of Camille G. Bell, Ed.D., former Chairperson of the Department of Home
Economics Education.
Catherine Crawford Scholarship
For graduate students with a 3.0 GPA majoring in family and consumer sciences education with a preference to
extension agents pursuing an advanced degree. Amount and number vary.
Established by family and friends of Dr. Catherine Crawford, a College of Human Sciences Distinguished Alumna and
retired faculty member.
Phyllis Drake and Harvey James Frick Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.8 GPA or graduate (3.0 GPA) students majoring in family and consumer sciences education who
have demonstrated leadership skills and potential for success as human sciences professionals. Number and amount vary.
Established by Harvey James Frick and Phyllis Drake Frick, retired human sciences faculty members.
Mary Staudt Goodyear
Scholarship Endowment
For a graduate student majoring in family and consumer sciences education or human development and family studies
with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicant must show financial need and be admitted to the graduate program with a potential for
future growth and development. Amount and number vary.
Established by family and friends in memory of Mary Staudt Goodyear.
Mary Watson Nettleton
Memorial Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students with financial need and strong academic record (minimum 2.8 GPA for
undergraduates, 3.0 GPA for graduates). Preference given to family and consumer sciences or family and consumer sciences
education majors or those planning to teach at the university level. Amount and number vary.
Established in memory of Mary Watson Nettleton, a 1949 graduate of the college.
W. B. Rushing Family Scholarship in Family and Consumer Sciences
For undergraduate students enrolled in family and consumer sciences with a 3.0 GPA or better. Awards based on
academic performance, service, and leadership. Number and amount vary.
Established by the W. B. Rushing family.
Sannie Callen Scholarship Fund
For undergraduate or graduate students specializing in child or human development. Recipients must demonstrate
academic success with a 2.8 GPA for undergraduate and 3.0 GPA for graduate students.
Established by friends in honor of Sannie Callen who was the first Chairperson of the Department of Child Development
and Family Relations. She established the first nursery school on campus.
Charlotte B. Camp
Endowed Scholarship
For undergraduate child development majors. A 2.8 GPA required. Preference will be given to older returning
students. Amount and number vary.
Established by Earl D. and Charlotte Ballow Camp. Charlotte Camp retired from the Home and Family Life faculty in
1979 after 33 years of dedicated service.
Edwards--Murfee Endowed
Scholarship
For undergraduate and graduate students in human development and family studies who demonstrate need, high
moral character, and professionalism. A minimum 2.5 GPA for undergraduates or a 3.0 GPA for graduate students is
required. Amount and number vary.
Established by B. Sherrod in honor of his daughters, Wildring Edwards and LaWanda Murfee. Mrs. Wildring
Edwards, Associate Professor Emeritus, taught in the Department of Home and Family Life from 1962 to 1984. Mrs. LaWanda
Murfee is an outstanding southwestern artist. Mr. Sherrod was well known for his philanthropic interests.
Family Outreach Scholarship
For junior, senior, or graduate students enrolled in human development and family studies, including marriage and
family therapy. Recipients are encouraged to volunteer with Family Outreach Center of Lubbock either through a
practicum-internship or as an agency volunteer. Awards based on academic excellence, service, and leadership. Number and amount vary.
Established by the board of directors of the Family Outreach Center of Lubbock.
Winnifred Gifford Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.8 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) students enrolled as early childhood or human development majors
who demonstrate leadership skills and potential for success. Amount and number vary.
Established by friends and family of Winnifred Gifford in memory of her commitment to and love for children. She taught
in the Human Development and Family Studies department from 1949 to 1971.
Jack and Cora Lee Hamilton
Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students majoring in family studies who have demonstrated leadership skills and potential
for success as a human sciences professional. Based on service, leadership, and academic performance, recipients should have
a strong academic record (overall 2.5 GPA or better). Amount and number vary.
Established by Cora Lee Hamilton in memory and honor of her husband, Jack Hamilton, and herself.
Human Development and Family Studies Graduate Scholarship Fund
For graduate students majoring in any program within the Human Development and Family Studies Department
whose financial need and previous professional and/or scholastic achievement identify them as deserving. Minimum 3.0 GPA
required. Number and amount vary.
Established from various gifts. Administered by the Departmental Scholarship Committee.
Janice Helen Jordan Scholarship
For a junior, senior, or graduate student pursuing a major in child development, human development, or family studies.
The applicant should have demonstrated skills and potential for success. Awards to be based on a record of excellence and
academic performance, service, and leadership. Undergraduate students must have a minimum 2.8 GPA; graduate students, 3.0 GPA.
Established by family and friends in memory of Janice Helen Jordan. She graduated with a 3.7 GPA in human
development and family studies in 1986, was admitted to graduate study for 1986-87, and lost her life in an automobile accident on June
29, 1986.
Donald and Betty Longworth
Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students with need who are pursuing a degree in human sciences. Preference given
to students who exhibit a commitment to teach in the family area. Students must have completed 12 credit hours at Texas
Tech with a 3.0 GPA for the last semester enrolled. Amount and number vary.
Established by family, faculty, former students, and friends of Donald S. and Betty Longworth. Dr. Longworth served as
the third Dean of the College of Human Sciences (1971-1981).
Mary Tom Riley O'Bar
Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students in the college with preference given to majors in the department. Awards based
on scholastic achievement (3.0 GPA), leadership, and financial need. Amount and number vary.
Established by Mary Tom Riley O'Bar dedicated Human Sciences faculty member (1972-1996) and director of the
Institute of Child and Family Studies.
W. B. Rushing Family Scholarship in Human Development
For undergraduate students enrolled in human development with a 2.5 GPA or better. Awards based on academic
performance, service, and leadership. Amount and number vary.
Established by the W. B. Rushing family, supporters of Texas Tech and the College of Human Sciences.
W. B. Rushing Family
Scholarship in Family Studies
For undergraduate students enrolled in family studies with a 3.0 GPA or better. Awards based on academic
performance, service, and leadership. Amount and number vary.
Established by the W. B. Rushing family, supporters of Texas Tech and the College of Human Sciences.
W. B. Rushing Family
Scholarship in Early Childhood
For undergraduate students enrolled in early childhood with a 3.0 GPA or better. Awards based on academic
performance, service, and leadership. Amount and number vary.
Established by the W. B. Rushing family, supporters of Texas Tech and the College of Human Sciences.
Betty Wagner and Annie Belle
Malone Scholarship
For undergraduate students in the department who have a GPA of 2.75 or better and have demonstrated leadership
skills and potential for success. Financial need may be considered but is not necessary.
Established by Cheryl Wagner Smith in honor of her mother and in memory of her grandmother for their love and
inspiration. Dr. Wagner received the BS (1950) and MS (1966) from the college and completed 28 years of outstanding teaching in
the College of Human Sciences.
Mary T. Young Scholarship
For female graduate students enrolled in human development or family studies. The recipients should be outstanding
leaders who have strong academic records and professional accomplishments. Amount and number vary.
Established by the Trustees of The Little Family Foundation in memory of Mary T. Young, a partner in Royal Little
Associates. Administered by the Department Scholarship Committee.
A number of scholarships are available for undergraduate students of any major in the university pursuing
a minor in substance abuse studies. For chemically dependent persons and co-dependents who have
demonstrated commitment to recovery programs. Number and amount vary.
Eligibility includes regular and consistent participation in an appropriate recovery group; recovering alcoholics
and addicts must have at least one year of complete, continuous abstinence from alcohol and drugs; at least three letters
of recommendation from knowledgeable persons who can attest to the applicant's recovery and academic
potential; applicants must meet all normal admission and retention requirements of Texas Tech; and recipients of the
scholarships may pursue degrees in any program in the university. They must, however, be enrolled for at least 12 hours and
take at least one course every semester in substance abuse studies, human development, or family studies, as guided by
the Director of the Center for the Study of Addiction.
Administered by the Center for the Study of Addiction Scholarship Committee. Application deadline: April 30.
Carl M. Andersen Scholarship
Established by friends and family of Carl Andersen, Director, Center for the Study of Addiction, honoring his
commitment and founding of the substance abuse studies program.
Carl M. Andersen Sr.
Memorial Scholarship
Established by the Association of Substance Abuse Specialists student organization in memory of Dr.
Andersen's father.
Linda Andersen Scholarship
Established by the Carl Andersen family in tribute to Linda's support of the substance abuse studies program.
Mark Andersen Scholarship
Established by Carl and Linda Andersen in honor of their son, Mark, for his commitment to substance abuse
recovery programs.
Rudy Arredondo Scholarship
Established by friends of Rudy Arredondo to honor his work with the Southwest Institute for Addictive Diseases.
Dudley Lyle Berry Scholarship
Established by the Dudley Lyle Berry Trust officers to benefit the substance abuse studies program.
Gerald Bevers, Sr.
Memorial Scholarship
Established by Gary and Sherry Mead in memory of her father to support substance abuse recovery programs.
Lillian Blanche Brent Scholarship
Established by Mr. and Mrs. J. Phillip Brent in honor of his mother, Lillian, to support the substance abuse studies program.
Bonnie Lea Cameron
Memorial Scholarship
Established by the family of Bonnie Lea Cameron with preference given to students in recovery from eating disorders.
Charter Plains Scholarship
Established by Charter Plains Hospital of Lubbock to support academic aftercare of recovering students.
William Abney Conley
Memorial Scholarship
Established by family and friends in memory of Bill Conley, Lubbock businessman and active community volunteer.
Casey Corwin Memorial
Scholarship
Established by Mike and Kay Corwin in memory of Casey Corwin to support academic aftercare of recovering students.
Tracy Daniel Scholarship
Established by the family and friends of Tracy Daniel honoring her commitment to substance abuse studies.
Temple Dickson Scholarship
Established by Mrs. Bea Harris in honor of Senator Temple Dickson and his commitment to substance abuse
recovery programs.
Virginia Felstehausen-Dick Pagel Scholarship
Established by family, friends, and colleagues to honor Virginia Felstehausen, Human Sciences faculty member, and
in memory of her husband, Dick Pagel. For the academic aftercare of recovering students.
Gillman Family Scholarship
Established by Linda Gillman and Bart Gillman to support academic aftercare of recovering students.
Kenneth and Sue Gray
Scholarship
Established by friends and family of Kenneth and Sue Gray to support the substance abuse studies program.
Charles A. Guy Memorial
Scholarship
Established by Grace Moore Guy in memory of her husband, Charles A. Guy, long-time editor of the Lubbock
Avalanche Journal and community leader, to support students in the substance abuse study program.
Grace Moore Guy Scholarship
Established by friends of Mrs. Guy honoring her interest and support of alcohol recovery programs in Lubbock.
Jack R. Hall Memorial
Scholarship
Established by Shelly Hall Bates and her children in memory of Jack Hall, Lubbock businessman and community leader.
Michael T. Hatch Scholarship
Established by Tim and Tommie Hatch honoring their son Michael for his commitment to substance abuse recovery
programs.
Carey and Brenda Hobbs
Scholarship
Established by Brenda and Regent Carey Hobbs because of their support and commitment to substance abuse
studies program. Brenda assisted in establishing the first Center for the Study of Addiction Advisory Board.
Sim and Virginia Hulsey
Scholarship
Established by the Right Reverend Samuel B. Hulsey in honor of his parents and in support of academic aftercare
of recovering students.
Jim Jackson Scholarship
Established by friends and church members of Lubbock's First United Methodist Church to honor former pastor, Jim
Jackson, and to support the substance abuse studies program.
Jim Kimmel Scholarship
Established by friends of Jim Kimmel to honor this West Texas leader, a past chair and member of the Texas Commission
on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Advisory Council.
Tom McGovern Scholarship
Established by friends of Tom McGovern honoring his work with the Southwest Institute for Addictive Diseases.
Billy Meeks Memorial Scholarship
Established by friends of Billy Meeks, founder of Alcoholics Anonymous programs in Lubbock.
Pia Mellody Scholarship
Established by Pia Mellody, author and lecturer in co-dependency and other addictions to honor her commitment to
recovering students.
W. B. Rushing Family Scholarship in Substance Abuse Studies
Established by the W. B. (Dub) Rushing family, long-time supporters of programs in the college and of Texas Tech.
Gerre Sears Scholarship
Established by friends of Gerre Sears honoring her work with the Southwest Institute for Addictive Diseases.
Deloris Sipes Scholarship
Established by Deloris Sipes of Midland, Texas to support students in the substance abuse studies program.
Substance Abuse Studies
Scholarship
Established through fund-raising efforts of the Substance Abuse Specialists student organization and various donors
to support the academic aftercare program.
Jeffrey W. Terrel Scholarship
for Recovering Persons
Established by Jeffrey W. Terrel to support academic aftercare of recovering students.
Laurel Tronrud Memorial
Scholarship
Established by family and friends in memory of Laurel Tronrud to support substance abuse recovery programs.
John H. Tull Scholarship
Established by Mac and Laura Tull in memory of Mac's father to support students in the substance abuse studies program.
Viewpoint Recovery Scholarship
Established by Viewpoint Recovery Center, Inc., to support the substance abuse studies program.
Watson-Freeman Scholarship
Established by Mrs. Reva Freeman to support students in the substance abuse studies program.
Elbert and Lucy Allred Scholarship
For undergraduate students specializing in fashion design or merchandising with a 2.9 GPA. Amount and number vary.
Established from the Lila Kinchen estate in honor and memory of her parents, Elbert and Lucy Allred.
Donald K. Bigham Scholarship
For undergraduate (3.0 GPA) or graduate (3.5 GPA) students in family financial planning or restaurant, hotel, and
institutional management programs.
Established by Joyce Bigham in memory of her husband Donald.
W. B. and Maxine Blankenship
Scholarship
For undergraduate students specializing in merchandising or fashion design. Students must have excelled in scholarship
or creative activity.
Established by family and friends of W. B. and Maxine Blankenship who are both Texas Tech graduates. W. B. (Wesley),
an electrical engineering graduate, and Maxine, a clothing and textiles major, have been recognized for their dedication to
the university and to the community.
Carl Cox Scholarship
For a graduate majoring in clothing, textiles, and merchandising with plans to pursue collaborative research with the
International Textile Center during his or her studies. Based on service, leadership, and academic performance, recipients should
have a strong academic record (overall 3.0 GPA or better) and demonstrated leadership skills and potential for success. Amount
and number vary.
Established by friends of Carl Cox to honor his leadership and support of the textile field
Claude Dollins Leadership
Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.8 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) students majoring in family financial planning who have
demonstrated leadership skills and potential for success as human sciences professionals. Number and amount vary.
Established by family and friends of Claude Dollins.
Johnny Larue and Woodrow Dorsey Scholarship
For undergraduate students specializing in fashion design or merchandising with a 2.8 GPA.
Established by family and friends of Johnny LaRue and Woodrow Dorsey. Johnny Dorsey was a former faculty member
who taught in the fashion design and merchandising area.
Ira G. Dunlap Jr. Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.8 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) students majoring in merchandising. Awards are based on a record
of excellence in academic performance, service, and leadership. Amount and number vary.
Established by Ira G. Dunlap Jr.
Mabel D. Erwin Scholarship
For junior, senior, or graduate students majoring in clothing, textiles, and merchandising who show evidence of good
scholarship, understand and apply the principles of clothing and textiles, speak and write enthusiastically in this area, and display
an interest in helping solve world problems by applying the liberal arts and sciences to the field of fashion design and
merchandising. Recipients are chosen by the department faculty. Amount varies, but is usually $300 for undergraduates and $500
for graduates. Number of scholarships may vary according to funds available.
Established by Mabel D. Erwin, Professor of Clothing and Textiles, Emeritus, and former head of clothing and
textiles. Administered by Department Scholarship Committee. Application deadline: February 15.
A. William Gustafson Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students with a 3.3 GPA enrolled in the family financial planning program.
Established by friends of faculty member A. William "Bill" Gustafson.
Edna Anderson Heinemen
Scholarship Fund
For the student with the highest overall grade-point average at the conclusion of his or her junior year majoring in
merchandising or fashion design.
Established in memory of Mrs. Heinemen by family members. She was a faculty member in clothing and textiles and was
a cheerleader sponsor when Texas Tech participated in the 1953 Cotton Bowl.
International Association of Financial Planning Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.8 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) enrolled in the college with a preference to graduate students.
Recipients must have demonstrated leadership skills and potential for success as a financial services professional. Number and
amount vary.
Lila A. Kinchen Endowed
Scholarship
For undergraduate and graduate students in the department who demonstrate strong academic and leadership ability. A
minimum 2.8 GPA is required for undergraduates and a 3.0 GPA for graduate students. Amount and number vary.
Lila Allred Kinchen, a former faculty member of clothing and textiles, was honored as a Distinguished Alumna of the
College of Human Sciences in 1985.
Betty Splawn Lowder Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate women students majoring in family financial planning or consumer economics.
Applicants should exhibit an outstanding record of scholarship, leadership, service, and professional potential. Preference will be given
to older than average students who are redirecting their career paths and who need financial assistance.
Established by David and Pat Davenport to honor Pat's sister, Betty Splawn Lowder.
Lubbock Cotton Auxiliary
Scholarship
For junior, senior, or graduate majors in clothing, textiles, and merchandising or textile technology and management who
are working toward the promotion of cotton textile products. A minimum 3.0 GPA is required with financial need as a
consideration but not a necessity. Recipient is eligible to reapply. Amount and number vary.
Established by the Lubbock Cotton Auxiliary. Application forms are available in the department office.
Lubbock National Bank
Scholarship
For family financial planning students with good scholarship and leadership record. Awarded by the College of
Human Sciences Scholarship Committee.
Established by Lubbock National Bank.
Lockki Rosenbaum Nelson
Memorial Scholarship
For undergraduate students enrolled in merchandising or fashion design with a 2.5 GPA. Preference to residents of
Garland and Lubbock, Texas. Number and amount vary.
Established by J. David Nelson in memory of his wife Lockki, College of Human Sciences alumna, merchandising
professional, and respected community volunteer.
JCPenney Company, Inc.
Scholarship
For students enrolled in the merchandising program in the college with a prior academic record, recommendations
from instructors, and financial need.
Established by JCPenney Company, Inc.
Helen Randle Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students majoring in consumer economics, family financial planning, or other majors in
the department who demonstrate leadership skills and potential for success as human sciences professionals. Number and
amount vary.
Established by a gift from the Billie Wolfe Estate in honor of Helen Randle.
W. B. Rushing Family
Merchandising Scholarship
For undergraduate students specializing in merchandising. Students must have a 3.0 GPA and have a demonstrated
record of leadership.
Established by the W. B. Rushing family through the Ex-Students Association. W. B. Rushing, a distinguished Texas
Tech alumnus, served as Chairperson of the Human Sciences Dean's Advisory Council.
W. B. Rushing Family Scholarship in Interior Design
For undergraduate majors in interior design with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Based on academic performance, service,
and leadership.
Established by the W. B. (Dub) Rushing family.
W. B. Rushing Family Scholarship in Family Financial Planning
For undergraduate students enrolled in the department with preference to majors in family financial planning with a
minimum 3.0 GPA.
Established by the W. B. (Dub) Rushing family.
W. B. Rushing Family Scholarship in Fashion Design
For undergraduate students majoring in fashion design with minimum 2.5 GPA.
Established by the W. B. (Dub) Rushing family.
Martha Gene Shelden Scholarship
For an undergraduate student specializing in merchandising or fashion design with a 2.8 GPA who is outstanding
and/or needy and expects to continue in the field.
Established by students, friends, and colleagues in honor of Dr. Shelden. She chaired clothing and textiles from 1955
to 1969.
Mattie Smithee Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.8 GPA) or graduate (3.0 GPA) students enrolled in the college with preference to interior
design-environmental design students and other students in the department.
Established by a gift from the Billie Wolfe Estate in memory of Mattie Smithee.
Robert and Cindy Snell Scholarship
For undergraduates (2.5 GPA) enrolled in family financial planning or graduate students (3.0 GPA) enrolled in
consumer economics or family financial planning.
Established by Robert and Cindy Snell of Lubbock.
Margaret Talkington Scholarship
For undergraduate (2.8 GPA) students enrolled in the college with preference to merchandising or fashion design
majors. Recipients should have demonstrated leadership skills and potential for success as human sciences professionals. Number
and amount vary.
Established by J. T. Talkington to recognize his wife, Margaret, for her life-long commitment to the highest quality in
fashion retailing, customer relations, and community service.
Fray Stallings Wells Scholarship
For undergraduates majoring in merchandising or fashion design who are Texas residents with a 2.85 or better GPA.
Established by Mr. J. Roy Wells to honor his wife, Fray, a loyal friend of the college.
West Texas Home Builders Association Auxiliary Scholarship
For students who are planning to study a building-related field such as interior design. Amount and number vary.
Established by the West Texas Home Builders Association Auxiliary. Requests for applications should be made to the
office of the dean or the West Texas Home Builders Association Auxiliary, 7410 University Avenue, Lubbock, TX 79423.
Application deadline: May 1.
Billie Wolfe Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in the department. Based on demonstrated leadership skills, potential
for success, and overall minimum 2.8 GPA (undergraduate) and 3.0 (graduate). Amount and number vary.
Established by friends and family of Miss Billie Wolfe, former professor in the college (1955-1975).
Mrs. Ross R. Wolfe Scholarship
For majors in consumer studies and management, family financial planning, consumer economics, or environmental design.
Established by Billie Wolfe, formerly of the human sciences faculty, in honor of her mother.
Pete and Eleanor Woodson
Scholarship
For second semester freshmen or upper undergraduate or graduate students. Based on evidence of aesthetic creative
accomplishment in the visual arts such as fashion, interior design, housing, or in other areas in human sciences. Recipients must
have a minimum 2.0 GPA in academic foundation courses. Amount and number vary.
Established by Pete and Eleanor Woodson. Eleanor Woodson served as a member of the clothing and textiles faculty
from 1970-1987. Administered by Department Scholarship Committee. Deadline: February 15.
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