 Endowments are Gifts in Perpetuity
An endowment is a gift that is placed in a permanent fund. Your gift is invested. Some of the earned interest is disbursed for the purpose you designate. The remaining income goes back into the fund to be able to stay ahead of inflation. This ensures that endowments will provide the same benefits in perpetuity.
New endowment donors may name their endowments.
Chaparral Circle Endowment Fund/Court of Honor
On October 14, 1992, the Midland College Foundation Board proposed
to place in the foundation’s permanent endowment the sum
of $5.75 million. This was to be accomplished within five years,
concluding in 1997 on the 25th anniversary of Midland College’s
founding.
 The $5.75 million goal was met in early 1996 and,
to date, over $10 million has been received. 92% of the Midland
College faculty and staff contributed to the campaign. The Chaparral
Circle Endowment Fund includes the Court of Honor, a plaza of
personalized bricks and benches surrounding the Blakemore Fountain,
which continues to be a tradition to honor loved ones. Income
from this endowment enables the college to continue its record
of excellence while providing a lasting buffer from the “roller
coaster” economics we experience in Texas.
Beginning
in Fall 1996, the interest ($5,295,521) from the endowment
has been placed into Midland College operating budgets for
campus upgrades, technology, instruction, and miscellaneous
projects. Funding is based upon the recommendation of the
Administrative Council to the Midland College Foundation
via the College President.
Davidson Distinguished Lecture Series
In May 1996, Steve Davidson and Susan Davidson McClenahan of
the Davidson Family Charitable Foundation announced the
endowment of the Davidson Distinguished Lecture Series
with a gift of $250,000. The principal funds the series
in perpetuity, and only the dedicated interest is used
twice each year to bring the finest minds in the world
to our community. In October 1999, the Midland College
Foundation elected to place an additional $10,000 into
the corpus each year. In February 2005, Bank of America
placed $10,000 in the campaign as well. The Friends of the Series also supplements this fund.
The series began with a lecture by David McCullough, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and author, on March 6, 1997, and this lecture also inaugurated the 25th Anniversary Celebration of Midland College. The Davidson Distinguished Lecture Series presents, twice a year, speakers whose academic accomplishments, civic leadership, and/or public achievements will interest, enrich, and enlighten Midland students and citizens. To accommodate as many students and community members as possible, the lectures are held on the Midland College campus. For more on the Davidson Distinguished Lecture Series, CLICK HERE.
Phyllis & Bob Cowan Performing Arts Series
On August 1999, Phyllis and Bob Cowan announced the endowment of the Phyllis & Bob Cowan Performing Arts Series. The principal funds the series in perpetuity, and only the dedicated interest is used twice each year to bring cultural opportunities and the finest performers in the world to our community at no cost to all citizens. The Friends of the Series also supplements this fund.
A performance by Marvin Hamlisch, pianist and Oscar-winning composer, on September 14, 2000, inaugurated the Phyllis & Bob Cowan Performing Arts Series. The series presents, twice a year, performers who offer the finest artistic and cultural opportunities to the students and the citizens of Midland by providing events of an international interest and scope. Performances in this series stimulate and inspire the Midland arts community, which prides itself on a rich tradition of excellence in the performing arts. For more on the Phyllis & Bob Cowan Performing Arts Series, CLICK HERE.
Dr. Gregory Bartha Health Sciences Scholarship
The Dr. Gregory Bartha Health Sciences Scholarship was established in 1997 by an anonymous donor who wished to honor his physician. This fund provides scholarships to students enrolled in diagnostic medical sonography, emergency medical services, health information technology, long term care administration, nursing, radiography, and respiratory care courses.
Frances Brown Endowed Scholarship
Honoring his wife’s wish to provide scholarship opportunities so that students who struggle financially — who do not qualify for federal or state assistance or other forms of financial aid — have an equal opportunity to pursue higher education, Midlander Jack E. Brown generously funded the Frances Brown Endowed Scholarship in 2006.
Bryant Scholarship
Tuition, fees and books. Requires 3.0 GPA, enrolled in six hours. Minimum award - $100; maxiumum award - $400.
Dara Perry Bush, RN Nursing Scholarship
Tuition, fees and books for Associate Degree Nursing Students who plan to pursue their B.S.N. following graduation from Midland College.
John P. and Alva Butler Scholarship
The John P. and Alva Butler Scholarship was established in 1977, and provides for tuition and fees. First priority: students in musical field who need financial assistance. Second priority: students residing outside of Midland County with outstanding musical ability.
Lois L. Buxton & Lawrence F. Buxton Health Sciences Scholarship
The Lois L. Buxton & Lawrence F. Buxton Health Sciences Scholarship was established in 1999, and provides for tuition and fees for Health Sciences students.
Collegiate Scholarship
The Collegiate Scholarship was established in 2006 through an anonymous contribution. It provides $1,400 per year, divided equally between the fall and spring semesters, and may be used for tuition, fees, books and supplies.
Henri
de Compiegne Jr. Memorial Endowed Scholarship
This endowed scholarship fund provides scholarships
to Midland College students who demonstrate financial need but
do not qualify for federal assistance nor any other scholarship
aid.
Corporate Matching Gifts - Multiply the Impact of Your Gift
Corporations encourage employees to make charitable gifts by agreeing to match personal donations with an equal or greater corporate contribution.
To initiate a matching gift, complete your employer’s matching gift form and send it, along with your gift, to the Midland College Foundation. We will complete the form, certifying that we have received your gift and that it is an eligible match. We then send the form to your employer, who sends the matching funds to the Midland College Foundation. Upon receipt of the matching gift, we will notify you in writing.
Jack A. Dalious Memorial Golf Scholarship
The Jack A. Dalious Memorial Golf Scholarship was established by Ella Mae Dalious to honor her husband, who died in 1996. This scholarship benefits academic programs and provides golf scholarships for students of high academic achievement. The scholarship provides for tuition, fees, books, room and board for golf students holding a high school or college 3.5 GPA. The students must maintain a 3.5 GPA to receive the scholarship in subsequent semesters,
Davidson Family Charitable Foundation & C.J. "Red" Davidson Scholarship
The C.J. "Red" Davidson Scholarship was established in 1984.
James A. “Buddy” Davidson Endowed Veterinary Technology Scholarship
Tuition, fees, books and supplies.
Linnie Hall Davidson, RN Nursing Endowed Scholarship
For RN or LVN Nursing. Tuition, fees, and books or needs as determined by the appropriate committee for the nursing programs.
Dragisic Memorial Scholarship
The Dragisic Memorial Scholarship, given in memory of Elsie and Nick Dragisic, was established by the couple's children in 2003 following the death of their mother Elsie Janos Dragisic. This endowed fund provides scholarships to deserving students who are in good academic standing at Midland College.
Clara Eastham Endowed Scholarship
In 1975, Harris G. Eastham, Jr., established the Clara Eastham Endowed Scholarship to honor his wife, Clara.Tuition, fees, and books for both full and part time students. Enrolled in at least 6 hours.
Margaret R. Farrell Art Scholarship
The Margaret R. Farrell Art Scholarship was established in 1996, and provides $400 per student, for books and supplies.
Sam Harrill Scholarship
The Sam Harrill Scholarship was established in 1989, and provides for tuition, fees, and books. Divorced, female, 25 years or older, single parent with at least one child, demonstrating financial need, may receive a total of 64 semester hours.
Celia Harris Nursing Scholarship
For Associate Degree Nursing. Tuition, fees, and/or books. One scholarship per semester for $250.
David Hoy Harrison Endowed Music Scholarship
The David Hoy Harrison Endowed Music Scholarship was established in 2001, and provides for tuition and fees for deserving students.
Florence Henderson Scholarship Fund for Ceramics
During her lengthy and joyous involvement with pottery making, Florence Henderson assisted Midland College ceramics instructors Stan Jacobs, John Harmon and Carol Wright Bailey with their students, passing on skills at the potter's wheel, glazing secrets and firing techniques. She and her late husband brought to Midland potters of national and world renown to present workshops to the students at the college, reveling in the opportunity to share what she had gained from these artists herself. Knowing that clay was her last great passion, her family established The Florence Henderson Scholarship for Ceramics in 2005 following the death of their mother. This endowed fund provides scholarships to deserving ceramic students who are in good academic standing at Midland College.
Marie Hinkle Scholarship
The Marie Hinkle Scholarship was established in 1998. One $200 scholarship will be awarded via the voucher system for books in the fall and one in the spring. Female, single parent, 25 years old or older students who has returned to college. Enrolled 3/4 to full-time and 2.5 GPA pr higher.
"I Can Do IT" Scholarship
The "I Can Do IT" Scholarship was established in 1998, and provides for tuition, fees, and books. Payments made through the voucher system. Students must be recipients of services from Safe Place, and recommended by the Safe Place staff. Students may enroll in college credit or vocational non-credit.
Wallace W. & Kathleen Irwin Nursing Scholarship
Provides for three book grants per semester (up to $750) to first-year Associate Degree Nursing students.
Dr. Sylvia Major Krusekopf Scholarship
The Dr. Sylvia Major Krusekopf Scholarship was established in 1996, and provides $500 each fall for English students.
Mary Anne Lindley Endowed Art Scholarship
The Mary Anne Lindley Endowed Art Scholarship was established by the Willard & Ruth Johnson Charitable Foundation in December of 2005 with a corpus of $150,000. The scholarship is reserved for art students, and pays for their tuition, fees, books and art supplies. Lindley had a love of the arts both as an artist and a supporter of art-related endeavors. During her many years in Midland, she supported and was active in a number of organizations, including Midland College, where she was both a donor and a student.
Captain Charles V. Lyman and Rachel Lyman Scholarship
The Captain Charles V. Lyman and Rachel Lyman Scholarship was established in 1999. It is a scholarship for athletes, and is awarded by the MC Athletic Office.
The Clayton McKinney Law Enforcement Scholarship
The Clayton McKinney Law Enforcement Scholarship was established in 2004 in memory of Clayton McKinney, who dedicated his life to law enforcement. A well respected and widely known Texas Ranger, he also worked as the Chief Deputy for the Midland County Sheriff's Department and was a pilot and Game Warden for the Texas Parks and Wildlife. A lifetime member of the Former Texas Ranger Association, he was also inducted into the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame. This fund provides scholarships to students enrolled in criminal justice at Midland College.
Barbara Magruder Veterinary Technology Scholarship
VETH faculty and Financial Aid officer will select students who are enrolled in the VETH program and who are in the greatest financial need each semester.
C.R. Mallison Scholarship
Must be nominated by high school counselors: $200 is awarded for the first semester if taking at least 9 credit hours. $200 is also awarded the second semester, with at least a 2.75 GPA from first semester. This scholarship, which was established in 1975, is also referred to as the High School Counselors Recommendation Scholarship.
Midland Northside Lions Club Scholarship
Established in 2002. Students may receive this scholarship for one semester only.
Mills Family Endowed Scholarship
John and Frances Mills, on behalf of the entire Mills family, established the Mills Family Endowed Scholarship in 2007. It provides for tuition, fees and books.
Susie G. Noble Endowed Business Scholarship
The Susie G. Noble Endowed Business Scholarship was established in 2005 by Elma Jean Henderson, to honor her mother’s accomplishments The scholarship is open to students studying in the Business Studies Division at Midland College. Susie Noble owned her own business, West Texas Abstract; she was the first woman elected to the office of Midland County and District Clerk and served 16 years as County Clerk; she was the first woman appointed to the Midland Planning and Zoning Board; she was a charter member of the Midland Business and Professional Women’s Association and held many of the organization’s offices.
Barbara O'Shaughnessy Scholarship
The Barbara O'Shaughnessy Scholarship was established in 1999, and provides for tuition, fees, and books.
I.A. O'Shaughnessy Foundation, Inc. Scholarship
The I.A. O'Shaughnessy Foundation, Inc. Scholarship was established in 1981, and provides for tuition, fees, and books.
Max Perry Optimist Club Scholarship
The Max Perry Optimist Club Scholarship was established in 1997. Based on financial need, graduate of MC, resident of Midland County, maintain a 2.0 GPA, and full-time student. One scholarship will be awarded to a MC graduate who is seeking a bachelor’s degree and another scholarship will be given to a MC student.
Beverly & Joe Pevehouse Endowed Scholarship
The Beverly & Joe Pevehouse Endowed Scholarship was established in 2005, and provides for tuition, fees and books. Student must NOT be eligible for federal grants or receive no other scholarship. $1,000 per semester. Joe was a founding member and the first President of the Foundation Board. He passed away in 1992. Beverly would continue his legacy of service on the Foundation Board. She was president of the Board from 2000-2005
Potts & Sibley Foundation Scholarship
For Music majors. Established in 1979.
Hahl Proctor Charitable Trust Scholarship
The Hahl Proctor Charitable Trust Scholarship was established in 1989.
Isabel & Bryce Rea Music Scholarship
Students must be enrolled Full Time (12 hours minimum) in the Music Field and Study. Scholarships will be awarded based on recommendations of students’ former music teachers & the audition for the MC Music Faculty. Scholarships may be renewed by recommendation of MC Music Faculty based on successful completion of courses with a grade of B or above. 50% of students will have Music Field of Study. 50% of student demonstrating musical talent enrolled in music courses.
Chloice Shofner Scholarship
The Chloice Shofner Scholarship was established in 2007.
Eleanor Slunaker & William W. Smith Endowed Scholarship
A minimum of 12 credit hours per term, pursuing a degree in an academic field with the intent of transferring to a university to pursue a career in education; show ability to ultimately succeed in the field of education and provide evidence of satisfactory academic achievement--(recent high school graduates must be in the top 25% of their classes; and non-traditional students, who have been out of high school for a number of years must demonstrate a 3.0 GPA in recent college work.
Lissa & Cy Wagner Foundation Scholarship
The Lissa & Cy Wagner Foundation Scholarship was established in 1986, and provides for tuition, fees and books, for full-time students. 5 scholarships to be awarded each year. 2 for children of employees of Wagner & Brown with 2.5 GPA, 2 to be awarded to Midland or Lee High graduates with 3.0 GPA or better and 1 to be awarded to student enrolled at MC with a 3.0 GPA or better and in need of financial assistance.
Unrestricted Endowment
You can specify your gift as “unrestricted” and allow the Midland College Foundation more flexibility in using your gift to respond to new priorities. |
