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123 Margaret S. and Walter D. Bach Memorial, established in 1984, awarded annually to outstanding Florida students from Escambia, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa or Walton Counties. Bank of America, originally established in 1983 by Home Federal, this scholarship has remained consistent though several bank mergers (Barnett and NationsBank). It is awarded annually to outstanding juniors and seniors on the basis of need and merit, with preference given to students majoring in business or a management related program with an interest in banking. Jack M. Bevan Memorial, established in 1999, in memory of the founding dean of Florida Presbyterian College. William B. Blackburn Honor, established in 1989, awarded annually to freshmen women of academic distinction who plan to major in business. Recipients must rank in top 10% of their high school graduation class with a GPA of at least a 3.5. Scholarships are renewable if the recipient has maintained a 3.0 GPA and demonstrated leadership and character. Charles and Betty-Jean Blaney Memorial, established in 2003, awarded to students with financial need whose traits of character, leadership and service give promise of outstanding contributions to society and the life of the College. Ethel Fenton Bradford, established in 2000, awarded to young men of high scholastic standing with financial need. Preference is given to students majoring in scientific, mathematical, medical, legal, or diplomatic subjects. Charles Bradshaw, established in 1982. Buford Scholarship, established in 1982. William Burchenal, Jr., established in 2004 to provide scholarships to students with financial need and high academic standing. Preference is given to students majoring in American or European History. Sherry Jo Byars, established in 1983 by W. Frank and Jo Byars in memory of their daughter, to be awarded annually to outstanding students on the basis of academic ability, leadership, and service. Alvah H. and Wyline P. Chapman Foundation, established in 1993, to be awarded annually based on need and merit. Howard M. and Ruth A. Davis, established in 1984 for scholars who show strong leadership potential and the desire to be of service to others. Betty Jane Dimmitt Memorial, established in 1983 by her family, to be awarded annually to juniors and seniors majoring in the fine arts. Eckerd Associates, established in 1995 by the Eckerd Corporation, to reward eligible employees and members of their families who have achieved scholastic excellence and who have a history of service to their schools, churches, and communities. Jack Eckerd, established in 1984. Kennedy M. Eckerd Athletic, established in 1973, awarded annually to selected scholar athletes. David Fischer Minority, established in 2001 in honor of St. Petersburg Mayor David Fischer to help increase diversity among the Eckerd College student body. Charles A. Frueauff Foundation, established in 1999 to provide financial assistance to students with demonstrated need. Thomas and Hilda Girolamo, established in 1988 by Hilda Girolamo in memory of her husband, who was a member of the Eckerd College staff. Awarded on the basis of need to a Florida high school graduate and continuing Florida resident. Ben Hill Griffin, Jr., established in 1982 by Mr. Griffin who was a founding Trustee of the college. Awarded annually to students with financial need, academic ability and leadership qualities. James Groves, established in 2001 by Mabel W. Groves in memory of her father, awarded to students with financial need. Hallin Family, established in 2003 by friends and family, this scholarship recognizes the commitment to Eckerd College by the Hallin family, especially the 29-year career of former Dean of Admissions, Dick Hallin. It is awarded to outstanding students with significant financial need and provides them with additional funds to purchase books. Harley/Sitton, established in 1996 by Eugene and Donna Sitton in honor of Coach Jim Harley, to provide special talent scholarships in basketball. Chauncey M. and Jewel Hearn International Study Fund, established for the purpose of enabling students to participate in overseas academic programs in Asia. William Randolph Hearst Endowed Scholarship for African American Students, established in 1997 to provide support to African American students with demonstrated financial need.

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