Georgia State University, an enterprising urban public research university, is a national leader in graduating students from widely diverse backgrounds.
The student body of more than 53,000 demonstrates that students from all backgrounds can achieve at high rates with unsurpassed connections to the city’s business, government, nonprofit and cultural organizations.
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Georgia State University, an enterprising urban public research university, is a national leader in graduating students from widely diverse backgrounds.
The student body of more than 53,000 demonstrates that students from all backgrounds can achieve at high rates with unsurpassed connections to the city’s business, government, nonprofit and cultural organizations.
2020 Honors Recital and Dean's Award
Georgia State University School of Music student, Joseph Lyons is the winner of the 2020 Honors Recital and Dean's Award. Lyons is in the Master of Music program, majoring in Saxophone Performance. Criteria included a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and outstanding musicianship. Lyons received $500 from the Dean's office. Currently, he is the principal saxophonist of the Georgia State University Symphonic Wind Ensemble, bass saxophonist in the Georgia State University Saxophone Ensemble, and baritone chair of the Vinea Quartet. Lyons is in the saxophone studio of Associate Professor Jan Berry Baker.
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2020 Apr 30
David W. Boykin Graduate Fellowship in Medicinal Chemistry
The Boykin Fellowship was established in 1999 to honor former chair David W. Boykin of the Department of Chemistry. It is awarded to an outstanding Ph.D. graduate student in medicinal chemistry.
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2020 Apr 30
Ambrose H. Pendergrast Fellowship
The Ambrose H. Pendergrast Fellowship provides scholarships to M.S. and/or Ph.D. level students who are pursuing or intend to pursue a degree in Chemistry with a specialization in analytical chemistry with the College of Arts & Sciences.
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2020 Apr 30
Al Baumstark Undergraduate Research Award in Chemistry
The Al Baumstark Award in Chemistry supports students pursuing doctoral degrees in chemistry and is inspired by organic chemistry Professor Al Baumstark's commitment to increasing student diversity in science.
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2020 Apr 30
Al Baumstark Graduate Award in Chemistry
The faculty and alumni of the Chemistry Department have established the Al Baumstark Graduate Award in Chemistry endowed fund in honor of organic chemistry Professor Al Baumstark. The Al Baumstark Award in Chemistry supports students pursuing doctoral degrees in chemistry and is inspired by organic chemistry Professor Baumstark's commitment to increasing student diversity in science.
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2020 Apr 30
William G. Nolan Memorial Scholarship
The William G. Nolan Memorial Scholarship is awarded to outstanding undergraduate students who excel in academic achievement based on grade-point average, intellectual inquisitiveness, and research activities and who show leadership and good citizenship at Georgia State and in other communities. This fund was created in memory of former Associate Professor of Biology William G. Nolan.
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2020 Apr 30
Donald Ahearn Endowed Fellowship
The Donald Ahearn Endowed Fellowship in Applied and Environmental Microbiology was established on the occasion of Dr. Ahearn's becoming a Research Professor Emeritus in recognition of his outstanding contributions in instruction, research, and service in the development of applied and environmental micro-biology programs at Georgia State University
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2020 Apr 30
Ahmed T. Abdelal Fellowship in Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology
The Ahmed T. Abdelal Fellowship in Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology is given to outstanding doctoral students for achievement in the field of molecular genetics or biotechnology. This award is named in honor of former Dean Ahmed T. Abdelal, who established the molecular genetics and biotechnology program at Georgia State University.
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2020 Apr 30
Georgia State University Student Awarded Robert L. Blakely Endowed Scholarship
Georgia State University student Scarlett Mayoralgo has been awarded the Robert L. Blakely Endowed Scholarship in Anthropology. Mayoralgo, of Centerville, is a senior anthropology major in the College of Arts & Sciences. The Robert L. Blakely Endowed Scholarship in Anthropology recognizes an anthropology senior who shows strong potential in the field of anthropology. The scholarship is given in memory of Dr. Blakely's contribution to anthropological education.
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2020 Apr 15
Georgia State University Student Receives Jeremy Gillen Memorial Scholarship
Georgia State University student Savannah Setter has been awarded the Jeremy Gillen Memorial Scholarship. Setter, of Fayetteville, is a senior anthropology major in the College of Arts & Sciences. The Jeremy Gillen Memorial Scholarship in Anthropology recognizes a senior major who shows strong potential in the field of anthropology. The scholarship is given in memory of Mr. Gillen and his enthusiasm for anthropology.
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2020 Apr 15
Spurgeon Richardson Scholarship in Hospitality Leadership
The Spurgeon Richardson Scholarship in Hospitality Leadership is in honor of Spurgeon Richardson, a well-known leader in Atlanta's hospitality community. Richardson served as president and CEO of the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau for 17 years. This scholarship is presented to a hospitality major based on academic achievement, school and community involvement, and work experience.
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2020 Apr 15
Hotel Equities Scholarship
Located in Atlanta, Hotel Equities is a full service hotel management company, providing award-winning management, development and consulting for hotels throughout the United States. The founder of Hotel Equities is GSU alumnus, Fred Cerrone. This scholarship is based on academic achievement, career goals, work experience and school and community involvement.
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2020 Apr 15
Atlanta Concierge Society Kevin Roach Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship, funded by the professional association for hotel concierges in Atlanta, is in memory of Kevin Roach, a long-time hotel employee who was dedicated to quality guest service. The Concierge Society of Atlanta presents this scholarship to a hospitality major with work experience in the hotel industry in a concierge or guest service capacity.
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2020 Apr 15
John Jordan Scholarship in Hospitality Club Management
The John Jordan Scholarship in Hospitality Club Management was established in honor of John Jordan, a national leader in the private club industry. Jordan was the general manager/CEO of the Cherokee Town and Country Club for over 46 years. This scholarship is presented to a hospitality major based on career interest in club management, academic achievement and experience.
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2020 Apr 15
Robert R. King Memorial Scholarship in Hospitality & Tourism
The Robert R. King Memorial Scholarship in Hospitality & Tourism is in memory of Robert King, a leader in Georgia's hospitality industry as president of the Georgia Hospitality and Travel Association. It is presented to a hospitality major based on academic achievement, school and community involvement, and work experience.
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2020 Apr 15
Atlanta Hospitality Alliance Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Atlanta Hospitality Alliance. Founded in 2009, AHA provides a forum for networking and professional development to Atlanta-area hotel owners, developers, operators, franchisors and professional service providers. This scholarship is presented to a hospitality major based on career interest in hotel development or management, academic achievement, school and community involvement, and work experience.
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2020 Apr 15
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Hotel Leadership Scholarship
The Hyatt Regency Atlanta Hotel Leadership Scholarship was established through a partnership by Hyatt Regency Atlanta for the hotel's 50th anniversary celebration in May 2017 to provide opportunities for young leaders pursuing degrees in hospitality.
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2020 Apr 15
The Shelley Pederson and Margie Dietz Memorial Scholarship in Event Management
The Shelley Pederson and Margie Dietz Memorial Scholarship in Event Management
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2020 Apr 15
Cecil B. Day Hospitality Management Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of the founder of Days Inn and the namesake of the School of Hospitality. It is awarded to hospitality majors based on academic achievement, school and community involvement, and work experience.
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2020 Apr 13
American Hotel & Lodging Association Education Foundation Rama Scholarship for the American Dream
JHM Hotels, Inc. established the Rama Scholarship for the American Dream with a $1,000,001 endowment. The five Rama brothers, principals in the company, emigrated from India to pursue their American Dream. It began with the ownership of one lodging property and grew into a successful operation of 40 properties with 6,520 rooms and more than 1,500 associates. The fund, established on the 25th anniversary of the brothers' first hotel purchase, encourages others to create their own American Dream.
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2020 Apr 13
Upsilon Phi Delta Honor Society
The mission of the Upsilon Phi Delta Honor Society is to recognize, reward, and encourage academic excellence in the study of healthcare management and policy.
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2020 Apr 13
Gary Winkle Scholarship
The Gary Winkle Scholarship is given in honor of Dr. Gary Winkle to a student in the Masters of Professional Accountancy program with high scholastic achievement.
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2020 Apr 9
Catherine E. Miles Fellowship
Awarded to two outstanding doctoral students in the School of Accountancy. Dr. Catherine Miles served as Chairman of the Accounting Department at GSU from 1955 to 1976 and was one of the founders of the GSU chapter of Beta Alpha Psi, the accountancy honor society.
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2020 Apr 9
Gary Winkle Scholarship
In honor of Dr. Gary Winkle, The Director of the School of Accountancy from 1998 to 1999, this scholarship is awarded to three students in the Master of Professional Accountancy program with high scholastic achievement.
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2020 Apr 9
L. E. Berry Graduate Fellowship
Each year, an outstanding Master of Professional Accountancy student who has excelled in Systems receives an award in honor of the retired Director of the School of Accountancy, Dr. L. Eugene Berry.
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2020 Apr 8
John W. Cook Scholarship
Each year, a Master of Professional Accountancy student with high academic achievement receives an award in honor of Dr. John W. Cook, retired Professor in the School of Accountancy.
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2020 Apr 8
George A. Chance, III Scholarship
In honor of George A. Chance III, who earned a master's degree in accounting from Georgia State University, this scholarship is awarded to a student demonstrating high academic achievement and entering the Master of Professional Accountancy program.
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2020 Apr 8
Academic Excellence in Taxation Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to five outstanding students enrolled in the Master of Taxation Program.
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2020 Apr 8