Westhampton College Scholarships

Thank you for your interest in the Westhampton College Scholarships. Information regarding the 2009-10 Scholarships will be posted in January 2009.

The MAY L. KELLER SCHOLARSHIP  was established in 1976 by the Westhampton College Alumnae Association to commemorate the centennial of Miss Keller's birth, September 28, 1877. Dr. Keller was Dean of Westhampton College from its beginning in 1914 until her retirement in 1946. Her commitment to academic excellence for women formed the basis for this scholarship. The scholarship may be awarded to a rising senior of Westhampton College who has demonstrated contributions to campus life and whose cumulative grade point average is 3.6 or higher.

The RICHMOND CLUB SCHOLARSHIP  was established in 1981 by the Richmond Club of the Westhampton College Alumnae Association. This scholarship offers financial assistance to a Westhampton College student from the Richmond area. Priority will be given to a daughter or granddaughter of a Westhampton College alumna.

The CLASS OF 1941 SCHOLARSHIP   was established by the members of the Class of 1941 as a special 50th year Reunion gift to Westhampton College. First priority of selection will be given descendants or relatives of the Class of 1941; second priority will be given to those related to any Westhampton College alumnae.

The CLASS OF 1942 SCHOLARSHIP   was established in 1992 by members and friends of the class in special recognition of their 50th graduation anniversary. The scholarship will be awarded to a deserving Westhampton College student. Priority will be given to a daughter or granddaughter of a Westhampton College alumna in the class of 1942.

The CLASS OF 1944 SCHOLARSHIP  The Westhampton Class of 1944 Scholarship was established in 1994 in memory of Miss Isabel Harris by members of the class on the occasion of their 50th Year Reunion.  Priority shall be given to a female student who is a daughter, granddaughter or great granddaughter of a Westhampton College alumna in the Class of 1944.  Second priority is any relative of a Westhampton College alumna in the Class of 1944 then last priority is any relative of a Westhampton College alumnae.

The CLASS OF 1950 SCHOLARSHIP  was established in 1990 by members of the class in appreciation of the educational opportunities given them during their student days at the University of Richmond. This scholarship shall be awarded to a Westhampton College rising sophomore, junior or senior with a minimum GPA of 2.5, who displays good citizenship and acts in a manner that enhances the University's program. Preference will be given to a relative of a member of the Westhampton College Class of 1950, or to a relative of any Westhampton College alumna, in that order.

The CAROLE JOHNSON SCHOLARSHIP- The Carole Johnson Award was established in memory of Carole Johnson, Westhampton College Class of 1961, by alumni, family and friends. At the time of her death in December 1962, Miss Johnson was a teacher at Hermitage High School in Richmond, Va. The Carole Johnson Scholarship recognizes a woman of character and faith who exemplifies unselfish service to others; potential for future contribution to the local, national and global community; leadership in extracurricular activities; academic achievement; and strength of personality.