Georgia State University

Krista Sanders is the 2026 recipient of the College of Education & Human Development's Excellence in Mathematics Teaching Award.

This scholarship is presented to elementary or middle school physical education students in honor of Margaret (Peg) Jones to recognize her extraordinary achievements in preservice and continuing education of physical education teachers.

This scholarship was established by Gloria Kittel to honor a graduate student pursuing a degree in mathematics education in the Department of Middle and Secondary Education.

Bradford and Patricia Ferrer have demonstrated their commitment to the university by continuing to be an integral participant at Georgia State. Mrs. Ferrer, a former math and science teacher, understands the importance of students receiving a solid education by a well-prepared teacher. This award supports a student majoring and excelling in middle level education.

Romonda Middlebrooks-Jefferson and Uche Osuji are the 2026 recipients of the College of Education & Human Development's Beverly J. Armento Endowed Doctoral Award.

Vivian Street established this scholarship in memory of her sister, College of Education & Human Development alumnus and celebrated high school chemistry teacher Adell Street Adams. This scholarship supports an exceptional CEHD student pursuing a degree in science education.

This scholarship is awarded to graduate students who are pursuing an M.Ed. or Ph.D. in the Department of Learning Sciences with plans to teach or serve those students in special education who have behavioral disorders.

Roslyn Hirsch Balbirer was a passionate consumer of the 1996 Paralympic Games in Atlanta and a dedicated advocate of the value and benefits of sport participation for people with a disability. This award is presented to a graduate student enrolled in the Department of Kinesiology and Health who has made a commitment to advancing opportunities in physical activity, sport for individuals with a disability, and who demonstrates the potential to advance the field of adapted physical activity or sport administration.

Joanne R. Nurss spent most of her career at Georgia State University educating teachers and working in programs for young children, adult literacy and English language learners. She was directly responsible for the early establishment and success of the Department of Early Childhood and Elementary Education. This scholarship supports a graduate-level student who has a focus in life-long literacy.

Lillian Meeker and Amani Saleem are the 2026 recipients of the College of Education & Human Development's Mary Helen Huggins Memorial Scholarship.

Established by Jeff Rupp, associate professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Health from 1985-2011, and Debbie Rupp, associate director of recreational programs from 1987-2010, this award is presented to a student in the Department of Kinesiology and Health's exercise science program based on academic promise, leadership and talent. Further, these students have typically been leaders in a variety of extracurricular pursuits and won recognition for their interests at the regional, state or national level.

Established by Joanna Buffington in memory of her husband, William Dean Brook, this scholarship supports students pursuing a degree in the College of Education & Human Development's exercise science program.

Generously supported by John Neel, former chair of the Department of Educational Policy Studies, and Susan Neel (Ph.D. '91), a CEHD alumna, this scholarship reflects their commitment to advancing educational research and supporting the next generation of scholars in the field..

Alexis Stewart and Ashley Moore are the 2026 recipients of the College of Education & Human Development's Dr. Vicki Denmark Endowed Scholarship for Future Educational Leaders.

This fund supports a graduate student in the College of Education & Human Development who is pursuing studies in educational leadership and demonstrates a commitment to advancing excellence in education.

Vivian Ophelia Spence Perrimon was a devoted lifelong educator, community advocate and champion for students. This scholarship, established by her daughter, Geri Perrimon Thomas, recognizes College of Education & Human Development students majoring in elementary education who are in good academic standing, are working parents returning to school and are graduates of a public school that has historically served high-need urban communities.

The late Lorene Pilcher was a professor in the Department of Early Childhood and Elementary Education who was appointed the first research professor in the former College of Education by the Board of Regents, a position she maintained until she retired. Pilcher established this award to support an undergraduate student pursuing a degree in early childhood education who has a desire to become a teacher and demonstrates a passion for enhancing the lives of children.

Harry and Julie Dangel, both Georgia State University Professors Emeriti, established this scholarship in memory of Harry Dangel's mother, Eleanor M. Dangel. Honoring her belief in the importance of access to a quality education, this scholarship supports students in the College of Education & Human Development who are pursuing teacher certification in early childhood education and/or special education.

This award honors a student majoring and excelling in mathematics with a focus in teacher preparation.

Georgia State University College of Law is proud to recognize the CALI award winners for the summer 2025 academic semester. CALI awards are granted to law students who achieve the highest grade in their respective classes, representing momentous academic commitment and success.

Darryl Holloman, a three-time Georgia State University alumnus and former dean of students at the university, established this scholarship in memory of his younger brother, David Jemel Holloman. This memorial scholarship is awarded to an exceptional undergraduate student in the College of Education & Human Development majoring in early childhood and elementary education.

This award, established by Matheny and his wife, Mrs. Mary Matheny, is given to full-time doctoral students in the Department of Counseling and Psychological Services.

This award is given in recognition of an outstanding student who best demonstrates the potential for excellence in teaching and who exemplifies those characteristics which the late Robert L. Blaney valued so highly.

Qwatee Williams is the 2026 recipient of the College of Education & Human Development's Karen Lopp Scholarship.

In memory of Rhoda K. Ewert, her husband, David C. Ewert, established this scholarship to honor her legacy in pre-kindergarten education. It supports students in the College of Education & Human Development who are pursuing studies in early childhood education.

This scholarship was established by Karen McCarty, a two-time graduate of Georgia State University, and is given to graduate students in the clinical mental health counseling master's program and school counseling master's program to build their networks, knowledge and skills by attending local, state and national professional conferences related to their area of counseling expertise.

This scholarship recognizes a graduate student in the communication sciences and disorders program who demonstrates academic excellence, a strong commitment to scholarly inquiry and the potential to contribute meaningfully to research and advancement in the field.

This scholarship recognizes master's degree students in the communication sciences and disorders program for academic excellence and exceptional promise as future leaders in the field.

This scholarship is presented to a graduate student in good standing in the Department of Counseling and Psychological Services who is dedicated to the study and clinical practice of play therapy.

The Susan Crim-McClendon Teacher Leader Scholarship recognizes students currently enrolled in a teaching certification program within the college who are committed to serving in an urban school setting.