In a recent ceremony, the Auburn University College of Education awarded 118 undergraduate and graduate scholarships and assistantships in an amount of more than $210,000 for the 2007-2008 academic year, an increase of more than $60,000 from last year.
The growing portfolio that provides support for students in the College of Education includes four new scholarship and assistantship funds awarded this year: The Alabama FFA Officers Alumni Association Annual Scholarship; Sandra Bridges Newkirk Endowed Scholarship; Harold and Shirley Patterson Annual Scholarship; Continuous Improvement Graduate Assistantship and the G. Dennis Wilson Endowed Graduate Award.
Dean Fran Kochan said that the award presentation ceremony, held annually since 2002, is as much about recognizing the investment in education made by donors as it is about the achievements of the students.
"Identifying and assisting so many deserving students is paramount for our college," said Kochan, "and is made possible by the generosity of donors. "We are delighted to honor those who have helped create an enduring legacy through the support of these student awards."
In addition to awarding record amounts in scholarships, the College of Educations has raised more than $12 million since October of 2001, exceeding its campaign goal of $5.75 million.
Student support is part of Auburn University's "It Begins at Auburn Campaign," a $500 million comprehensive campaign to raise funds for all colleges and schools on campus as well as the Ralph B. Draughon Library, Athletics, Auburn University at Montgomery and the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. The campaign's focus includes student scholarships, faculty and academic program endowments; facilities and equipment; research and current operations.
Increasing financial support for students, as well as support for faculty and various programs within the college, is a priority within the college. With more than 2,400 students, the college has largest graduate enrollment and fifth-largest undergraduate enrollment on campus.
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