Achievement in Accounting Award
The school of business presents the Achievement in Accounting Award to a
graduating senior selected on the basis of character, potential growth and
development, and academic accomplishment in the division.
Achievement in Business Award
The school of business presents the Achievement in Business Award to a
graduating senior selected on the basis of character, potential growth and
development, and academic accomplishment in the division.
The Barnabas Award
The Barnabas Award is given to the male theatre student who, in the opinion
of the theatre faculty and peers, demonstrates the best of support and is
always there to help get the job done.
Bess Caldwell Memorial Award
Belhaven University honors with the Bess Caldwell Memorial Award the junior
who, in the judgment of the faculty, has exhibited throughout the year the
greatest loyalty and service to his or her fellow students. Prior to 1985,
this award was known as the Belhaven Christian Fellowship Award.
Bettye Quinn Service Award
Given annually to a senior KDE member in elementary or secondary education
who exhibits a service-oriented character. Selected by KDE members.
Christian Ministries Award
The department of Christian ministries presents the Christian Ministries
Award, which is based upon scholarship, leadership, and potential service
in the field of Christian ministries, to a graduating senior majoring in
Christian ministries.
Computer Science Award
This award is presented annually by the computer science department to the
senior computer science major for outstanding academic achievement.
Elizabeth Spencer
Elizabeth Spencer Creative Writing Award
Presented to the creative writing major or minor who has demonstrated
excellence in writing over the past year.
English Award
Each year the faculty members of the department of English present this
award to the outstanding graduate majoring in English.
Freshman Chemistry Achievement Award
This program is maintained to encourage and sustain student interest in the
sciences. An award is given in recognition of outstanding scholastic
achievement in chemistry during the freshman year.
Henry H. Bellamann Foundation Award
The Henry H. Bellamann Foundation Award is presented each year in memory of
Henry and Katherine Bellamann to an outstanding student in the creative
arts. The recipient is selected by a faculty committee headed by the
chairman of the department of English.
History-Political Science Award
Each year the faculty members of the department of history and political
science present this award to the outstanding senior majoring in history.
Hoogenakker Scholarship Award
The Jackson Alumnae Chapter of Mu Phi Epsilon sponsors a scholarship award
in honor of Miss Virginia Hoogenakker. This award goes each year to the
freshman member of Mu Phi Epsilon with the highest scholastic average for
the current session.
James W. Park Academic Achievement Award
The school of business presents this award to the student on each campus
who has achieved the highest quality point index at Belhaven University
while completing a baccalaureate degree in business. To qualify, a student
must complete at least 50 semester hours at Belhaven University and must
demonstrate exceptional leadership and moral integrity.
Julian E. Currie Memorial Missions Award
The Julian E. Currie Memorial Missions Award is presented by Dr. James T.
Currie in memory of Dr. Currie's father, Mr. Julian E. Currie. This award
is given annually to an outstanding student planning to enter the Christian
mission field. The award was endowed by Mrs. Julian E. Currie, and the
interest from the endowment and a plaque are given to the recipient each
year.
Kingdom Transformation Music Award
The Kingdom Transformation Music Award is granted to a graduating Senior
music major who demonstrates musical excellence and a strong commitment to
use their musical gifts to foster cultural and personal transformation for
the glory of God’s Kingdom.
The Kenneth Slaughter Academic Excellence Award
Awarded to a graduating KDE senior in elementary or secondary education who
has the highest grade point average for work at Belhaven.
Mathematics Award
The Mathematics Award is presented annually by the department of
mathematics to the outstanding senior mathematics major in recognition of
effort and superior achievement in the field of mathematics.
Matthew 20:28 Award Belhaven University presents the Matthew 20:28 Award to the graduating senior who, in the judgment of the faculty, approximates most nearly the ideals of the College. Prior to 1985, the award was known as the Student Government Association Award. Presented at commencement.
Mississippi Society of Certified Public Accountants Award
The Mississippi Society of Certified Public Accountants gives an annual
scholarship to an accounting graduate from the various colleges and
universities in the state. This award is given in recognition of
outstanding academic achievement and a strong desire to enter the field of
public accounting.
Mu Phi Epsilon Awards
The Epsilon Gamma chapter of Mu Phi Epsilon presents the Mu Phi Epsilon
Awards to the freshman member who has the highest scholastic average for
the year and to the senior music major who has the highest scholastic
average for all college work.
Music Excellence Award
The Music Excellence Award is given to a rising senior music major
exemplifying proper stewardship of artistic talent for the glory of God,
demonstrating musical skill, Christian character, and zealous commitment to
artistic discipline.
Nancy McFarland Cobb Award
The Nancy McFarland Cobb Award is given annually to the art major who has,
through interest, cooperation, and leadership, made the greatest
contribution to the department of art during the current session.
National Kappa Delta Epsilon Award
Presented by the National KDE and awarded to an outstanding chapter member.
The Priscilla Award
The Priscilla Award is given to the female theatre student who, in the
opinion of the theatre faculty and peers, demonstrates the best of support
and is always there to help get the job done.
Psychology Award
The department of psychology presents the Psychology Award to the
graduating psychology major who has indicated the greatest potential for
personal and professional growth.
Research Club Scholarship Award
The Research Club of Jackson, Mississippi, presents annually the Research
Club Scholarship Award in memory of Isabel Bratton Crisler, wife of the
late Dr. Julius Crisler, as an appreciation of her contributions to the
spiritual, intellectual, and artistic life of Mississippi. This award is
presented to the sophomore or junior who has demonstrated the greatest
progress during the year in art, literature, music, or speech.
Student Leader Award
Presented annually by the School of Education to a senior education student
who has demonstrated the goal of the department to prepare competent
teachers who demonstrate both academic excellence and professional
knowledge while providing distinctive Christian leadership and service to
those they teach.
Tri-B Service Award
Tri-B is a women's service organization which strives to foster the idea
that Jesus Christ is Lord and we are only His tools for ministry within the
body of Christ and the community at large. Each year Tri-B selects a senior
female who most closely represents the above attitude.
Trustees’ Award
The Trustees' Scholastic Award is presented by the Belhaven University
board of trustees to the graduating senior who has the highest scholastic
average. Only those students who have earned at least 106 semester hours at
Belhaven are eligible for this award. Presented at commencement.
Who's Who In American Colleges Award
This award is presented annually to students who have distinguished
themselves in leadership, academic excellence, and participation in campus
activities.
SPONSORED AND ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS
The following sponsored and endowed scholarships have been provided by
alumni, friends of the college, foundations, and other philanthropic
agencies. These scholarships are awarded by the financial aid office, in
keeping with the normal standards and/or the conditions laid down by the
donor. Qualified students will be considered for these scholarships on the
basis of the regular Belhaven University admission application and/or the
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
The availability of any of the following scholarships in any
academic year depends upon the availability of funds for the
scholarship.
Charles E. And Minerva T. Adams
Harold R. Barber Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1977 by the First Presbyterian Church
of Gulfport, Mississippi, in memory of Harold R. Barber, a former member of
the Belhaven University board of trustees and outstanding Christian layman.
It is awarded to students from the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Dr. Helen Cannon Bernfield Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1998 in memory of Dr. Helen Cannon
Bernfield. The scholarship will be awarded in the following order of
preference: (1) to a female premedical student of good character, (2) to a
student of good academic standing, or (3) to a student in financial need.
The Reverend and Mrs. Charles B. Boyles Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1986 by Mrs. Eliza B. Hewitt to honor
her parents, Charles B. and Carra D. Boyles. This scholarship is awarded
annually to a Belhaven graduate who is attending Reformed Theological
Seminary.
Mary Margaret Coman Bennett Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2002 by James A. Bennett, Beverly
Bennett Lee, and Jeanne Bennett Brinson to honor Mary Margaret Coman
Bennett (Belhaven University, Class of 1948). The scholarship will be
awarded to a Belhaven student who has demonstrated a commitment to
leadership, citizenship, and scholarship and has documented financial need.
The recipient must maintain a grade point average of 2.50 to be considered
for a renewal of the scholarship.
Chaminade Caldwell-Middleton Scholarship
The Chaminade Club of Jackson sponsors a music scholarship honoring the
memory of Mrs. John T. Caldwell and Mrs. T. A. Middleton, both of whom were
long-time members of the faculty of the department of music. This
scholarship is awarded annually to the rising senior music major who has
the highest cumulative grade point average for the previous three years.
Central Presbyterian/Ruth Blackburn Scholarship
Established by Central Presbyterian Church of Jackson in memory of the
church and Mrs. Ruth Blackburn, who was a member of the church and former
professor at Belhaven University, this scholarship is to be awarded to
needy students who are members of the Presbyterian Church, U.S.A. with
first priority to those living in Mississippi.
Carol N. Church Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1995 by Mr. Robin Church, Dr. Rosalie
Church Casano, and Mr. David A. Church to honor their mother, Carol N.
Church. The scholarship is offered to a junior or senior Elementary
Education major who demonstrates financial need and who maintains at least
a 3.0 GPA.
Meredith Currie Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1982 by Dr. James T. Currie in memory
of his daughter, Meredith (1977-1981). It goes annually to a student who
plans a career of working with children.
Davenport-Spiva Academic Scholarship
These scholarships were established in 1986 by Mrs. Walter (Mary Davenport)
Spiva of Jackson, Mississippi, in memory of her father, William A.
Davenport, and her husband, Walter Y. Spiva. They are awarded to full-time
students demonstrating outstanding academic achievement.
Lillie Barry Gillespie Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Dr. and Mrs. G. T. Gillespie.
Graeber Foundation Scholarship
This fund is for students who have a documented financial need and who have
outstanding leadership and academic records.
Joseph W. Hough Scholarship
In memory of Joseph W. Hough and his outstanding contributions to the
business and civic life of Mississippi, The Joseph W. Hough Foundation
established this scholarship for women majoring in any area of business or
business education.
Bitsy Irby French Camp Scholarship
This scholarship, established by Mr. Stuart C. Irby, Jr. in honor of his
wife Bitsy, is awarded to a deserving graduate of French Camp Academy.
Stuart C. Irby, Jr. Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1988 by Mr. Joseph H. Hutto in honor of
Mr. Stuart C. Irby, Jr., and his dedication to French Camp Academy. The
scholarship is awarded annually to a student who graduated from French Camp
Academy.
Doris Fleming Kennedy Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1986 by Dr. and Mrs. Verne Kennedy in
memory of Dr. Kennedy's mother, Doris Fleming Kennedy. The scholarship is
awarded annually to a student who has enhanced the spiritual life of the
student body.
Kruidenier Scholarship
Mrs. Catherine Kruidenier Teixeira, a member of the class of 1938, has
established the Kruidenier scholarship in memory of her parents, Marianne
Gordon Collins and Leonard Robert Kruidenier. The scholarship is awarded
annually to a student in the Christian ministries department who plans to
work in holistic Christian community development in an at-risk minority
community.
Janice Brown Martin Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2002 by the family of Janice Brown
Martin in her memory. The scholarship will be awarded annually to an
Elementary Education major demonstrating an active evangelical Christian
faith and need for financial assistance.
Connie A. McDonald Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1997 by Marvin and Pam McDonald in
memory of their daughter, Connie A. McDonald, alumna of Belhaven
University, class of 1991. The scholarship will be awarded annually in the
following order of preference: (1) to a visually challenged student, (2) to
a physically challenged student, (3) to a student studying a field related
to visual or physical challenges, or (4) to a student who agrees to provide
40 hours of reading service to a visually challenged person for each year
of the award. The recipient must maintain at least a 2.5 cumulative grade
point average.
E. B. McGehee Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1989 by Mrs. Imogene McGehee in memory
of her husband, Everett B. McGehee, a longtime member of Belhaven's board
of trustees. The need-based scholarship provides assistance to students who
would otherwise not be able to attend Belhaven.
Charles Read McIlwaine Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1972 by Mrs. Alice Wells McIlwaine
Gillespie in memory of her husband, Charles Read McIlwaine. It is
designated for a worthy student attending Belhaven University.
Sara Phyllis Muir Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Sara Phyllis (Sally) Muir, a
1980 graduate of Belhaven. The scholarship is awarded annually to a female
Bible major who possesses superior intellectual gifts and who is an
evangelical Christian in the Presbyterian and Reformed tradition.
Reverend and Mrs. George Decatur Mullendore Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1968 by the children of Reverend and
Mrs. George D. Mullendore. It is awarded annually to a pre-ministerial
student or a minister's son or daughter.
Mary Robinson Poole Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1994 by the family of Mary Robinson
Poole to honor her memory. It is awarded annually to a needy junior or
senior student.
Joan B. Smith Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Mr. Marshall C. Smith, Jr. in memory of
his wife, Joan B. Smith. Primary consideration is given to a student
intending to a major in Christian ministries; must maintain a grade point
average of 3.0; and must be able to demonstrate by word and deed that he or
she is a committed Christian.
Mary McCravey Triplett and Cooper East Triplett Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1999 by Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Triplett,
III and Mr. Don Triplett in memory of Mary McCravey Triplett and Cooper
East Triplett, who were graduates of Belhaven University. This scholarship
enables students from Scott County to attend Belhaven University and
receive a Christ-centered education. It is awarded annually to students
committed to the mission of the University, who are residents of Scott
County for two years prior to submitting an application to the University,
and are full-time, degree-seeking students with a minimum score of 20 on
the ACT.
Major and Mrs. W. Calvin Wells Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1986 by the children of Major and Mrs.
W. Calvin Wells. The scholarship is awarded annually to a needy student who
has demonstrated high academic achievement.
Lettie Pate Whitehead Scholarship Grants
The Lettie Pate Whitehead Foundation provides scholarships for the
education of needy and deserving Christian females who are residents of any
of the following Southeastern states: Virginia, North Carolina, South
Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana.
Walter Benjamin Wilkes and Mary Lincoln Wilkes Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1972 by a bequest from the estate of
Walter Benjamin Wilkes and Mary Lincoln Wilkes of Greenville, Mississippi.
YWCA of Jackson Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the YWCA of Jackson and is awarded to a
woman who is a resident of Mississippi and has demonstrated a commitment to
citizenship, scholarship, and the Church and has documented financial need.
