Betty Keough Endowed Scholarship Fund
The Betty Keough Endowed Scholarship Fund was established in 1985 by family, friends, and colleagues in honor of Betty Keough. The endowment supports several different awards for students majoring in Physical Education, Teacher Education.
Chris Voelz Endowed Legacy Scholarship
The Chris Voelz Endowed Legacy Scholarship was established by Chris Voelz in order to support a Junior in the PE Major with emphasis on leadership and engagement in the program.
Clifford E. Horton established this scholarship fund in 1966. Dr. Horton was a professor of Health and Physical Education from 1923 until his retirement in 1961. The scholarship supports a junior student majoring in physical education who ...
Darla Moldenhauer Scholarship in the School of Kinesiology and Recreation
The Darla Moldenhauer Scholarship in the School of Kinesiology and Recreation was established by Darla Moldenhauer in order to provide financial assistance to undergraduate Physical Education- Teacher Education majors.
The Darlene A. Kluka Scholarship was established in 2000 by Darlene Kluka, a 1972 graduate of Illinois State University. The scholarship supports an undergraduate student majoring in physical education intending to coach female sport teams in public ...
Dr. Peter Yuan Kai Wang Scholastic Excellence Award
The Dr. Peter Yuan Kai Wang Scholastic Excellence Award is a one-time award for students enrolled in any major in the School of Kinesiology and Recreation (KNR).
Albert Harold McGinnis established this fund in memory of his wife, Esther Larson McGinnis. The endowment was established in 1989 to be used by the Women's Physical Education Department.
Georgia Rose Exercise Science Scholarship
In honor of their granddaughter, Jeffrey and Karen Sunderlin established the Georgia Rose Athletic Training Scholarship to provide financial support to kinesiology students who are studying to become personal or athletic trainers.
Gina L. Bianchi Scholarship in Kinesiology and Recreation
The Gina L. Bianchi Scholarship in Kinesiology and Recreation was established in 2021. The scholarship supports a student enrolled in the School of Kinesiology and Recreation at Illinois State University.
Joyce Morton Kief Future Professional Award
The Joyce Morton Kief Future Professional Award was established in 2006 to honor the 40 year career (1966-2005) of Joyce Morton Kief at Illinois State University. Her high ethical standards, loyalty, and hard work were the hallmarks of her teaching, ...
Judith Sancken Rothermel Physical Education Scholarship
The Judith Sancken Rothermel Physical Education Scholarship was established in 2013 in honor of Judy's parents, Paul and Edith (Harms) Sancken. Paul worked for Farm Service, Inc., and Edith graduated from Mennonite School of Nursing and worked as a ...
The Kathy Schniedwind Scholarship was established in 2006 through gifts made by family, alumni, colleagues, and friends of Kathy Schniedwind. The award honors her 30-year career (1976-2006) at Illinois State University. Her loyalty, hard work, ...
L. Marlene Mawson Graduate Research Potential Award
This endowment was established in 2002 by L. Marlene Mawson. The award is presented annually to a graduate degree student in the School of Kinesiology and Recreation whose thesis or dissertation research proposal has been accepted.
Mary Alice Behling Scholarship in Kinesiology and Recreation
The Mary Alice Behling Scholarship in Kinesiology and Recreation was established in 2010 by Mary Alice Behling to provide financial assistance to a full-time undergraduate student in the School of Kinesiology and Recreation. Preferences will be given ...
McGinnis Distinguished Senior AT
Candidates must have minimum of 3.25 cumulative GPA at ISU. Be a graduating senior who presents a professional image and interest in Athletic Training. Minimum of three full-time semesters enrolled in clinical program. Outstanding participation in ...
McGinnis Distinguished Senior ES
Candidate must have minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and completed three full-time semesters (greater than 40 credit hours). Declared exercise science major and demonstrate professional interest in the fitness field.
McGinnis Distinguished Senior PETE
Demonstrative excellence in KNR 158, 221, 242, 358, 399.74, 399.75. Have cumulative FPA of 2.75 at ISU and 3.0 in major. Demonstrate leadership and professionalism at ISU through processional organizations and service activities; Awards, honors and ...
McGinnis Distinguished Senior RPA
Candidates must have cumulative GPA of 3.25, be a graduating senior in RPA. Demonstrate service to community and profession, projects image of leadership and professionalism.
Nancy Niebur Parente Senior Intern Scholarship Fund
Provide financial assistance for students in the Recreation and Park Administration program's culminating internship experience to cover expenses associated with the internship, including but not limited to travel costs, living expenses, and ...
School of Kinesiology and Recreation Scholarship Fund
The School of Kinesiology and Recreation (KNR) Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to students majoring in Kinesiololgy and Recreation in the College of Applied Science and Technology.
The Karen Fennell Back-A-Bird Scholarship Fund
The Karen Fennel Back-a-Bird Scholarship was established to provide financial assistance to students pursuing a master's in athletic training.
Trent R. Richards Scholarship Fund for the School of KNR
This endowment was established in 2000 by Trent Richards, a 1971 graduate of Illinois State University. The scholarship is awarded to a junior or senior student majoring in the School of Kinesiology and Recreation.