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Scholarships

We offer two scholarships for students studying Geology at Radford University. 

Robert C. & Brenda Lark Whisonant Scholarship
Dr. and Mrs. Whisonant have been active members of the Radford community for many years. Dr. Whisonant taught in the RU Geology Department for over 31 years and Mrs. Whisonant served as the Director of the Speech and Hearing Clinic for six years after receiving her Master’s Degree from the RU Communication Sciences and Disorders Department. This endowment provides a scholarship for students in the Geology Department. The scholarship donors are Dr. and Mrs. Robert Whisonant and the award varies.

The ideal candidate must be a full-time Geology major enrolled at Radford University, have completed at least four (4) semester hours of 200-level or higher Geology courses at Radford University, must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 in major and overall, and submit two letters of recommendation from the Geology faculty.

Love’s Geology Scholarship
The scholarship candidates must be a full-time Geology major enrolled at Radford University and must submit a resume and letter stating the reasons they feel qualified to receive this award. Canidatates must have completed at least four (4) semester hours of 200- level or higher Geology courses at Radford University. Priority consideration given, but not restricted, to students active in the Geology Department. Students must also have a minimum GPA of 3.0 in major and overall and include two letters of recommendation from Geology faculty. Financial aid is a consideration, but not required. Previous recipients ineligible. FAFSA required.

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