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Hugh Shaw Memorial Scholarship

Hugh Shaw Memorial Scholarship

The Hugh Shaw Memorial Scholarship was established in 2022 to honor the legacy of Hugh Shaw (1920-2017) by his sons, Dennis and Sam Shaw. Hugh was born in Wake County and lived there for his whole life, except for time served in the Army Air Corps in Africa and...

Humming Bird Scholarship

Humming Bird Scholarship

The Hummingbird Scholarship was established in 2021 by a small group of individuals who recognize the difference that a scholarship can make to a student’s future. Hummingbirds are often seen as symbols of perseverance, endurance, and adaptability. The Hummingbird...

Iannone Endowed Scholarship

Iannone Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship endowment was created to support students enrolled in Applied and Engineering Technologies programs at Wake Technical Community College. Eligible students must show demonstrated need.

ITServe Alliance Scholarship

ITServe Alliance Scholarship

This scholarship was established in 2023 to support high achieving students studying a STEM discipline at Wake Technical Community College. ITServe Alliance CSR originated in 2010 to represent the collective interests of small & mid-sized IT Staffing/Services...

Jack Batson Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Jack Batson Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Established in 2003 by friends, family and colleagues in memory of Jack L. Batson, a member of the faculty of the Computer Information Systems Department at Wake Tech, until his death on December 21, 2002. The scholarship is awarded to an outstanding student in the...

Jacob D. Stevens Memorial Scholarship

Jacob D. Stevens Memorial Scholarship

The Jacob D. Stevens Memorial Scholarship continues the legacy of Garner Magnet High School Auto Tec teacher Jake Stevens. A Garner Senior High and Wake Tech graduate, he loved to turn wrenches, but enjoyed having a positive impact on his students more. The endowed...

James Atkins Memorial Scholarship

James Atkins Memorial Scholarship

Established by The Cary-Kildaire Rotary Club in memory of James Atkins, a former member and well-known educator from Cary, to fund two full scholarships for second-year students enrolled in associate degree programs.

James Cox Financial Need Scholarship

James Cox Financial Need Scholarship

Established in 1996 by The Raleigh Radiology Associates in memory of Doctors Thomas Worth, Robert Jackson and Edward “Ned” Snyder. Scholarship will fund a second year full-time student enrolled in the radiography curriculum. Eligible students must have a minimum 3.0...

James G. Zippay Endowed Scholarship

James G. Zippay Endowed Scholarship

Established in 2008 by Robert and Cathleen Zippay in memory of James G. Zippay, beloved brother and father. The endowment will fund need-based scholarships for nontraditional students who have overcome significant personal challenges.

James Morgan Gresham, Jr. Scholarship

James Morgan Gresham, Jr. Scholarship

Established in 2006 by the family of Jim Gresham, a student in the architectural technologies program, to fund a scholarship for students enrolled full-time, and/or part-time in the architectural technology or landscape architecture programs. This scholarship is...

James R. Talton Endowed Scholarship

James R. Talton Endowed Scholarship

Established in 2007 by friends and family in memory of James R. Talton, Jr. Scholarship may assist students with financial need who have a minimum 2.5 GPA and are enrolled at least half time, with preference given to nursing students.

James W. Smith Memorial Scholarship

James W. Smith Memorial Scholarship

Established in 2010 by Gina R. Smith in loving memory of her father James W. “Bubba” Smith, who passed away July 21, 2007 from pancreatic cancer. He believed in living and lived an unselfish life sharing whatever he had with others. His spirit was very giving,...

John Deere AG Scholarship

John Deere AG Scholarship

Established in 2009 by John Deere Foundation and Wake Technical Community College.

Joseph M. Watkins Endowed Scholarship

Joseph M. Watkins Endowed Scholarship

Established in 2000 by Beverly Thomas and Jesse McDaniel of Raleigh to fund a scholarship honoring Joseph M. Watkins of Rolesville, NC, a long-time friend.

Joy of Nursing Scholarship

Joy of Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship is established to honor a family with many nurses across multiple generations who have experienced the joy of nursing in a variety of career settings. The donor is eager to help people be able to attend nursing school and experience the same joy in...

Karen Downer Schaefer Scholarship

Karen Downer Schaefer Scholarship

This scholarship is funded by an endowment that will support hard working students transitioning from high school to Wake Tech. The students will be high achieving, but will demonstrate need. The award should cover all tuition and fees with extra left over for...

Khamari Campbell Memorial Scholarship

Khamari Campbell Memorial Scholarship

Khamari Campbell was a participant with Garner Police Athletic/Activities League Program (PAAL) and had a dream of becoming a police officer. He fought a heroic battler against cancer and was named a Garner Honorary Police Officer on February 11, 2017. Khamari lost...

Lenovo Technology Leadership Scholarship

Lenovo Technology Leadership Scholarship

The Lenovo Technology Leadership Scholarship is created for the benefit of curriculum students studying for a degree in Information Technologies, which includes degrees in Computer Engineering, Cyber Security, Healthcare, Business Informatics, Network Management,...

Leroy I. Howell Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Leroy I. Howell Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Established in 2002 in memory of Leroy I. Howell, active community leader and father of President Emeritus Bruce I. Howell. This scholarship fund will support merit scholarships for diploma or certificate students enrolled in welding technology or construction...

Life Sciences Leaders Scholarship

Life Sciences Leaders Scholarship

The Life Sciences Leaders Scholarship was established in partnership with several industry partners to encourage and inspire students pursuing a career in the life sciences. Priority is given to students enrolled in Biotechnology or Biopharmaceutical Technology, then...

Linda Heath Endowed Scholarship

Linda Heath Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is established in memory of Linda Heath to benefit students in need as they pursue an education at Wake Tech Community College.

Lou Ann and David Powell Scholarship for Excellence in Nursing

Lou Ann and David Powell Scholarship for Excellence in Nursing

To honor Lou Ann Bentlage Powell, RN BSN MSN CMS for her 36-year career in nursing and is intended to help others begin what she hopes will be a long and successful nursing career.

Louis Allen Memorial Scholarship Presented by Carfix

Louis Allen Memorial Scholarship Presented by Carfix

Established in 2019 by Carfix to provide merit based financial assistance to high school seniors from West Johnston and Cleveland High School who are enrolling in the Automotive Technology program at Wake Tech. This scholarship is made in honor of Louis Allen who...

Louis C. and Martha Ruth Smith Endowed Nursing Scholarship

Louis C. and Martha Ruth Smith Endowed Nursing Scholarship

Established in 2008 by Mrs. Martha R. Smith, in memory of her beloved husband, Louis C. Smith. Mrs. Smith decided to invest in the next generation of health care leaders from the community by endowing a nursing scholarship at Wake Tech.

LS3P Associates Scholarship

LS3P Associates Scholarship

Established in 2014 the LS3P Associates Scholarship is awarded each year to a student pursing a degree from Wake Tech. LS3P is a local architectural firm.

Marna Congleton Endowed Scholarship

Marna Congleton Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship was established to assist a student enrolled in the Criminal Justice Technology program.

Martin Marietta Heavy Equipment Endowed Scholarship

Martin Marietta Heavy Equipment Endowed Scholarship

Established in 2016, the Martin Marietta Heavy Equipment Endowed Scholarship provides support to students enrolled in Wake Tech’s Heavy Equipment Operators program. Each year, one high-performing student with financial need is selected to receive this...

Mary Becker Endowed Scholarship for Students in Engineering

Mary Becker Endowed Scholarship for Students in Engineering

The first endowed scholarship to honor a graduate of Wake Technical Community College, the Mary M. Becker Endowed Scholarship for Students in Engineering was established by gifts from friends, family, and business colleagues at Walt Disney World to honor the late...

Maude Williams Griffis Endowed Nursing Scholarship

Maude Williams Griffis Endowed Nursing Scholarship

Established in 2006 by Mrs. Rebecca Lane Payne to honor long time friend, caregiver, teacher and healer, Maude Williams Griffis, whose dream of being a nurse lead her to devote her life to the care of others regardless of a lack of formal training. With only a third...

Mayer Family Award

Mayer Family Award

Theodore F. Mayer, adjunct faculty and advisory board member along with his wife, Lisa D. Mayer, established this scholarship in memory of their youngest son, Andrew Brian Mayer. Andrew was a skilled radiographic technologist who practiced with compassion, care, and...