The Bertie Oscar Edwards Award was established in memory of Dr. Edwards. It is for students in good academic standing. Preference is given to students from Western North Carolina who have an interest in domestic violence, child abuse, severe and persistent mental illness, or mental health services. The Joanna Finkelstein Gorham scholarship was established by Louise H. Finkelstein in memory of her daughter Joanna Finkelstein Gorham. It is for any student who is in financial need and in good academic standing.
Preference is to support students in the part-time program.
The Jeffrey Langston Memorial Fund was established after the tragic death of a Charlotte student in 1990. Jeffrey Langston s family, classmates, and friends raised the funds to establish a permanent endowment. The fund is for student support, curriculum development, and programs in the Charlotte program. The Betsy Rogers Millar Scholarship Fund was established in 1989 by Dr. Jack R. Millar to honor his wife s dedication to helping others. Students who have demonstrated financial need, have a strong academic standing, and demonstrate a spirit of exceptional commitment and caring for those in need will be considered for this award.