Joan Marie Scholarship

The Joan Marie scholarship honors the mother of Deona T. Mickens and Desiree M. Ellison-Olheiser. It is intended to help a senior in the College of Letters & Science. Eligible candidates will have senior standing by August 31, a minimum 2.25 cumulative GPA, and a declared major in the College of Letters & Science. Eligible students will also have demonstrated financial need as shown on the FAFSA and significant engagement with or significant service to the African American/Black/African Diaspora community;

Applications are typically accepted in January. Awards given in spring are for the following school year so students graduating that same spring or summer are not eligible. E.G. applications reviewed in Spring 2025 are for Fall 2025; students graduating in May or August 2025 are not eligible.

Donor
Friends and Family of the late Joan Marie Milsap
Award
$1,000
Schools, Colleges, Departments, and Areas
College of Letters & Science, Need-Based Scholarships, UWM Foundation Scholarships
Deadline
02/01/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. How has your childhood, adulthood and/or community influenced your academic and career goals? Include information that demonstrates your significant engagement with or service to the African American/Black/African Diaspora community.