DEPARTMENT OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS
2005-2006
INFORMATION
AND
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICATION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Scholarships Open to all Historic Preservation Majors
The General Albert J. Bowley Scholarship (must have completed HISP 200)
The Knight Family Scholarship for Historic Preservation
The Katherine Skinner Leu Memorial Scholarship in Historic Preservation
The Mansheim Scholarship in Historic Preservation
The Charles S. and Camilla Moody Payne Scholarship
The Annie Fleming Smith Scholarship (must have completed HISP 200)
The Ardiena Ann Tromley Scholarship in Archaeology (must have completed HISP 207)
The J. Binford Walford Scholarship in Architecture and Related Areas
Scholarships Open to Historic Preservation Majors from Virginia
The Garland Gray Foundation Scholarship in Historic Preservation
The Anne Bradley Guerrant '47 Scholarship for Historic Preservation
THE GENERAL ALBERT J. BOWLEY SCHOLARSHIP
BACKGROUND OF SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1962. This scholarship is awarded by the University of Mary Washington in cooperation with the James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library in memory of Albert J. Bowley. The purpose of this scholarship is to promote scholarship related to the nation's fifth president and to benefit the preservation and management of the James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library.
*Two recipients work at the James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library under the direction of the museum staff for twelve (12) hours per week during the fall and spring semesters. A summer scholarship is also awarded for twelve (12) hours per week during the two summer sessions.
(*Payment of this scholarship is made upon the completion of the semester and the recipient is expected to pay his/her tuition, fees, etc. prior to receiving the payment.)
CRITERIA FOR SELECTION
• All UMW students may apply.
• Applicants majoring in historic preservation, history, or political science are encouraged to apply.
• Applicants from families of service personnel and applicants from Latin America are encouraged to apply.
• All applicants must have completed HISP 200, The History Museum.
• Applicants' overall grade point average and grade point average in the major will be considered.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
• Candidates for this scholarship must complete a printed application form for the Albert J. Bowley Scholarship available from the Department of Historic Preservation secretary or you may retrieve it from the "S" drive under "ALL" in the HISP folder. Please indicate on the application if you are applying for a scholarship during the academic year or the summer sessions.
• A completed application form should be submitted to the Chair, Department of Historic Preservation.
• The final selection of the recipient of a Bowley Scholarship is made by the Senior Associate Dean for Financial Aid on the recommendation of the faculty of the Department of Historic Preservation in consultation with the Director of the James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
• Applications are due in the Chair's mailbox (Combs 126) no later than Friday , March 18, 2005.
• The recipients will be notified at the Department Spring Awards Ceremony.
AMOUNT OF SCHOLARSHIP
Two Albert J. Bowley Scholarships were awarded in 2004-2005 in the amount of
$3,370.00 each per semester and one award in the amount of $3,370.00 for summer 2004 was available. For 2005-2006, similar awards are anticipated.
THE GARLAND GRAY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
IN HISTORIC PRESERVATION
BACKGROUND OF SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1990. This scholarship is awarded by the University of Mary Washington from funds made available by the Garland Gray Foundation.
CRITERIA FOR SELECTION
• Applicants must have historic preservation as their major area of study.
• Applicants must be from Virginia.
• Applicants must have demonstrated financial need (see below).
• Applicants overall grade point average and grade point average in the major will be considered.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
• Applicants should apply by letter to the Chair, Department of Historic Preservation. Application letters should contain information about the applicant related to the criteria listed above.
• Candidates for this scholarship must complete and process all Financial Aid Forms required by the University of Mary Washington Office of Financial Aid. This includes completing the FAFSAA forms. The filing deadline is Tuesday, March 8, 2005 . You are encouraged to submit these forms well before the deadline.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
• Applications are due in the Chair's mailbox (Combs 126) no later than Friday , March 18, 2005.
• The recipients will be notified at the Department Spring Awards Ceremony if the UMW Office of Financial Aid has received a report from FAFSAA by that date.
AMOUNT OF SCHOLARSHIP
The Garland Gray Foundation Scholarship awarded in 2004-2005 was in the amount of $3,250 ($1,625 per semester). A similar award is anticipated for 2005-2006.
THE ANNE BRADLEY GUERRANT '47 SCHOLARSHIP FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION
BACKGROUND OF SCHOLARSHIP
Established in 2001 by Mr. and Mrs. William B. Guerrant. This scholarship is awarded annually to a major in Historic Preservation.
CRITERIA FOR SELECTION
• This scholarship shall be awarded to a University of Mary Washington student who has formally declared Historic Preservation as his or her major.
• The recipient must be a Virginia resident.
• The recipient must demonstrate financial need (see below).
• The recipient must have at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
• This scholarship shall be renewable annually provided the recipient continues to meet the scholarship criteria listed above.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
• Applicants should apply by letter to the Chair, Department of Historic Preservation. Application letters should contain information about the applicant related to the criteria listed above.
• Candidates for this scholarship must complete and process all Financial Aid Forms required by the University of Mary Washington Office of Financial Aid. This includes completing the FAFSAA forms. The filing deadline is Tuesday, March 8, 2005 . You are encouraged to submit these forms well before the deadline.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
• Applications are due in the Chair's mailbox (Combs 126) no later than Friday, March 18, 2005 .
• The recipient will be notified at the Department Spring Awards Ceremony.
AMOUNT OF SCHOLARSHIP
The Anne Bradley Guerrant '47 Scholarship was awarded in the amount of $1,500 for the 2004-2005 academic year ($750 per semester). A similar award is anticipated for 2005-2006.
THE KNIGHT FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION
BACKGROUND OF SCHOLARSHIP
Established 2001. To further the mission of the Center for Historic Preservation, this scholarship is an opportunity to undertake research under the direction of the Center for Historic Preservation staff. Students who have educational goals that resonate with the mission statement of the Center should consider applying for this scholarship, which includes a cash award and a student research assistant position with the Center. The mission statement is:
The Center for Historic Preservation has a dual mission, to support the undergraduate degree program and to encourage preservation activities from the local to the international scale through public outreach programs. The Center enhances students' opportunities for employment, research, internships, and public involvement in preservation. The Center sponsors lectures, workshops, seminars, exhibits, print and electronic publications and undertakes sponsored research.
CRITERIA FOR SELECTION
• Recipient shall have formally declared a major in Historic Preservation.
• Demonstration of strong academic skills through coursework.
• Fit of the student research goals with the mission of the Center for Historic Preservation.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Applicant should review the Center for Historic Preservation web page <www.umw.edu/chp>. Apply by letter to the Chair, Department of Historic Preservation. Include assessment of your educational goals, your research interests, and your availability to work with the Center for Historic Preservation in the Fall 2005 and Spring 2006 semesters.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
• Applications are due in the Chair's mailbox (Combs126) no later than Friday, March 18, 2005.
• The recipient will be notified at the Department Spring Awards Ceremony.
AMOUNT OF SCHOLARSHIP
The Knight Family Scholarship was awarded in the amount of $1,850
for the 2004-2005 academic year ($925 per semester). A similar
award is anticipated for 2005-2006.
THE KATHERINE SKINNER LEU MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
IN HISTORIC PRESERVATION
BACKGROUND OF SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1988. This scholarship is awarded by the University of Mary Washington in memory of Katherine Skinner Leu.
CRITERIA FOR SELECTION
• Recipient shall be an historic preservation major.
• Recipient shall possess attributes, such as above average academic performance and leadership skills that will further honor the memory of Mrs. Leu.
• The recipient must have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher at the time of this award and must maintain an overall cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher for renewal of the scholarship.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
• Applicants should apply by letter to the Chair, Department of Historic Preservation. Application letters must include a discussion of applicant's:
1) academic goals
2) class standing and expected date of graduation
3) areas of specialization
4) service and leadership experiences, and
5) how he/she intends to use the University of Mary Washington degree and Historic Preservation Major.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
• Applications are due in the Chair's mailbox (Combs 126) no later than Friday , March 18, 2005.
• The recipient will be notified at the Department Spring Awards Ceremony.
AMOUNT OF SCHOLARSHIP
The Katherine Skinner Leu Memorial Scholarship awarded in 2004-2005 was in the amount of $1,250 ($625 per semester). A similar award is anticipated for 2005-2006.
THE MANSHEIM SCHOLARSHIP IN HISTORIC PRESERVATION
BACKGROUND OF SCHOLARSHIP
Established in 2003 by Dr. and Mrs. Bernard Mansheim. This scholarship is awarded annually to a major in Historic Preservation.
CRITERIA FOR SELECTION
a) This scholarship shall be awarded annually to a rising junior or senior student who is majoring in Historic Preservation.
b) The scholarship is renewable for a maximum of two years, provided the recipient maintains a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
c) The Associate Dean for Financial Aid shall make the selection of the recipient, in consultation with the Chairperson of the Department of Historic Preservation.
d) In the event that no applicant completely meets the above criteria, the University shall be permitted to award the scholarship to the student most closely meeting the spirit of the criteria.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
a) Applicants should apply by letter to the Chair, Department of Historic Preservation. Application letters should contain information about the applicant related to the criteria listed above.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
a) Applications are due in the Chair's mailbox (Combs 126) no later than Friday, March 18, 2005 .
b) The recipient will be notified at the Departmental Spring Awards Ceremony.
AMOUNT OF SCHOLARSHIP
The Mansheim Scholarship awarded in 2004-2005 was in the amount of $500 ($250 per semester). A similar award is anticipated for 2005-2006.
THE CHARLES S. AND CAMILLA MOODY PAYNE SCHOLARSHIP
BACKGROUND OF SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1992. This scholarship is awarded by the University of Mary Washington to honor Charles S. and Camilla Moody Payne.
CRITERIA FOR SELECTION
• Applicants will have historic preservation as their major area of study.
• Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated financial need (see below).
• Applicants overall grade point average and grade point average in the major will be considered.
• Past recipients are encouraged to apply for renewal.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
• Applicants should apply by letter to the Chair, Department of Historic Preservation. Application letters should contain information about the applicant related to the criteria listed above.
• Candidates for this scholarship must complete and process all Financial Aid Forms required by the University of Mary Washington Office of Financial Aid. This includes completing the FAFSAA forms. The filing deadline is Tuesday, March 8, 2005 . You are encouraged to submit these forms well before the deadline.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
• Applications are due in the Chair's mailbox (Combs 126) no later than Friday , March 18, 2005.
• The recipients will be notified at the Department Spring Awards Ceremony if the UMW Office of Financial Aid has received a report from FAFSAA by that date.
AMOUNT OF SCHOLARSHIP
Two Charles S. and Camilla Moody Payne Scholarships were awarded in 2004-2005 in the amount of $1,875 each ($937 per semester). Similar award amounts are anticipated for 2005-2006.
THE ANNIE FLEMING SMITH SCHOLARSHIP
BACKGROUND OF SCHOLARSHIP
Established 1962. This scholarship is awarded by the University of Mary Washington in cooperation with the George Washington's Fredericksburg Foundation in memory of Annie Fleming Smith to honor her achievements in historic preservation at Kenmore. The purpose of this scholarship is to stimulate scholarship related to the preservation and management of Kenmore.
*Two recipients work at Kenmore under the direction of the museum staff for twelve (12) hours per week during the fall and spring semesters. A summer scholarship is also awarded during which the student works twelve (12) hours per week in both summer sessions.
(*Payment of this scholarship is made upon the completion of the semester and the recipient is expected to pay his/her fees, etc. prior to receiving the payment.)
CRITERIA FOR SELECTION
• All UMW students may apply.
• Applicants from the Northern Neck of Virginia are encouraged to apply.
• Applicants must have completed HISP 200: The History Museum.
• Applicants' overall grade point average and grade point average in the major will be considered.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
• Candidates for this scholarship must complete a printed application form for the Annie Fleming Smith Scholarship available from the Department of Historic Preservation secretary or you may retrieve it from the "S" drive under "ALL" in the HISP folder. Please indicate on your application if you are applying for a scholarship during the academic year or summer session.
• A completed application form should be submitted to the Chair, Department of Historic Preservation.
• The final selection of the recipient of the scholarship is made by the Senior Associate Dean for Financial Aid on the recommendation of the faculty of the Department of Historic Preservation.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
• Applications are due in the Chair's mailbox (Combs 126) no later than Friday , March 18, 2005.
• The recipients will be notified at the Department Spring Awards Ceremony.
AMOUNT OF SCHOLARSHIP
Two Annie Fleming Smith Scholarships were available in 2004-2005 in the amount of $3,370 each per semester and one scholarship was awarded in the amount of $3,370 for the summer 2004 semester. For 2005-2006, similar awards are anticipated.
THE ARDIENA ANN TROMLEY SCHOLARSHIP IN ARCHAEOLOGY
BACKGROUND OF SCHOLARSHIP
Established in 2000 by Thomas Tromley in memory of his wife. This scholarship is awarded annually to a major in Historic Preservation, Classics or Anthropology.
CRITERIA FOR SELECTION
• This scholarship shall be awarded to a University of Mary Washington student who is at least a rising junior and whose studies reflect an emphasis in Archaeology.
• The recipient shall be a student majoring in Historic Preservation, Classics or Anthropology, has completed American Archaeology, HISP 207, or its equivalent, and has demonstrated academic excellence in his or her studies.
• Preference will be given to a student whose archaeological studies will take him or her outside the state of Virginia. Preference also will be given to a student who is a relative of Mr. or Mrs. Thomas Tromley.
• This scholarship shall be renewable annually provided the recipient continues to meet the scholarship criteria listed above.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
• Applicants should apply by letter to the Chair, Department of Historic Preservation. Application letters should contain information about the applicant related to the criteria listed above.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
• Applications are due in the Chair's mailbox (Combs126) no later than Friday, March 18, 2005.
• The recipient will be notified at the Department Spring Awards Ceremony.
AMOUNT OF SCHOLARSHIP
The Ardiena Ann Tromley Scholarship was awarded in 2004-2005 in the amount of $500 ($250 per semester). A similar award is anticipated for 2005-2006.
THE J. BINFORD WALFORD SCHOLARSHIP IN ARCHITECTURE
AND RELATED AREAS
BACKGROUND OF SCHOLARSHIP
Established in 1979 by the will of the late Aurelia B. Walford, these scholarships are awarded annually to majors in art history, historic preservation, or studio art who have stated career goals in architecture or related endeavors. A complete description of the
this scholarship can be located in the Art and Art History Handbook available on the University of Mary Washington website.
Scholarships are available on a competitive basis to cover tuition and fee charges only as the Scholarship can be applied to the student's account. Scholarships may be used for academic year costs while enrolled in University of Mary Washington courses. Additionally, smaller scholarships are available for summer courses or programs that address architectural issues or practice.
CRITERIA FOR SELECTION
• Applicants must have earned at least 60 academic credits at the time of application.
• Have declared art history, studio art or historic preservation as a major with plans for advanced study in architecture or employment, which is architecture oriented;
• Have attended the University of Mary Washington for at least one academic year prior to application for this scholarship;
• Have achieved a cumulative G.P.A. of at least 3.00 (4.00 scale) and a cumulative G.PA. in the major program of at least 3.2 (4.00 scale).
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
• Applicants for this scholarship must complete a cover sheet available from the Department of Art and Art History Office, Dupont 306.
• Applicants must submit (2) copies of application materials to include a written original short essay (no longer than two pages, double spaced) stating qualifications and interests relative to the scholarship criteria. The essay must be typed and presented as hard copy. Clear prose and statement of intention, accuracy of information, and good writing skills are expected and will affect reviewers' decisions. The cover sheet must be attached to the essay.
• The final selection of scholarship recipients is made by a Scholarship Committee that includes faculty representation from the Department of Art and Art History and the Department of Historic Preservation.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
For regular academic year:
• Applications must be submitted to Professor Marjorie Och, Chair, Department of Art and Art History , Dupont 306 no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 11, 2005 . Applicants must submit (2) copies of application materials.
• Recipients of the scholarships will be announced by the end of the spring semester.
AMOUNT OF SCHOLARSHIP
Each J. Binford Walford Scholarship was awarded in 2004-2005 in the amount of $2,500 per semester. For 2005-2006, similar awards are anticipated.
J. B. WALFORD SCHOLARSHIP SUMMER SESSION STUDY GRANTS
IN ARCHITECTURE AND RELATED AREAS
INTRODUCTION
Summer session study grants are available on a limited basis to qualified, full-time University of Mary Washington majors who enroll in the Departments of Art and Art History or Historic Preservation summer session credit-awarding programs or courses that focus on architectural issues (architectural history, design, and historic preservation, including archaeology). Both study abroad courses/programs and domestic off-campus courses/programs, as well as individual studies, internships, or special studies, may qualify for grant assistance. No non-UMW course/program will qualify even if it could later result in transfer credit.
CRITERIA FOR SELECTION
• An applicant must be a declared major in art, art history, or historic preservation.
• An applicant must have achieved at least a 3.00 cumulative G.P.A. (4.00 scale) in the degree program and at least a 3.2 cumulative G.P.A. in the major program (4.00 scale).
• An applicant must write an original informational statement of one page, double-spaced, in word-processed hard copy addressing the eligibility of the applicant and how the specific course/program will serve the applicant's educational goals in architectural history, historic preservation, and design. Clear prose will affect the reviewers' decision. Additional supporting material [bibliography, endnotes, internship goals, etc.] relating to the scope of intended projects such as individual studies, special studies or internships may be attached to the one page informational statement where appropriate.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
• Applicants must request and complete a cover sheet available from the Department of Art and Art History Office, Dupont 306.
• The coversheet must be attached to the informational statement and submitted to Professor Marjorie Och, Chair, Department of Art and Art History, Dupont 306 no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 11, 2005 . Applicants must submit (2) copies of application materials.
• All applications are reviewed and evaluated by a faculty member from the Department of Art and Art History and from the Department of Historic Preservation.
AMOUNT OF GRANTS
Summer session study grants may vary each year according to availability of funds and number of awards to qualified applicants. The minimum scholarship amount will be $400.