VP of Student Affairs Funds

Total funds: 22

National Pan-Hellenic Council Plaza

The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) comprises the nine historically black Greek fraternities and sororities, often called the Divine Nine. In an effort to honor and recognize these organizations, ISU will construct a plaza near Hovey Hall, that contains nine individual pillars. It will be called the National Pan-Hellenic Council Plaza.

Student Success and Excellence Fund

The Student Success and Excellence Fund provides programming and support for the retention of students who identify as first generation college students and socioeconomically disadvantaged students who have overcome educational or economic obstacles.

Spangler Scholarship for Social Justice

The purpose of the Spangler Scholarship for Social Justice is to provide financial support to students who demonstrate commitment to pursuing social justice activism in their future careers.

Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Fund

The Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Fund provides resources so that students may have the opportunity to improve academically, participate in opportunities that would otherwise be unavailable to them, and provide programming which maximizes their development as engaged citizens. The fund may also provide support for professional ...

Faith and Leadership Scholarship

The Faith and Leadership Scholarship was established in 2019 to provide support for students who demonstrate leadership in a Registered Student Organization such as: Apostolic Christian Youth Group, InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, Christian Students at ISU, Nurses Christian Fellowship, Campus Outreach at Illinois State University, and Alpha ...

Student Engagement Fund

The Student Engagement Fund provides support for various activities of Student Affairs units within the Division of Student Affairs. The fund may also be used to provide additional resources to support outreach, student and staff professional development, scholarships, necessities for students experiencing hardships due to crisis situations, ...

The Fellicia C. Foster Legacy of Leadership Scholarship

Fellicia C. Foster is a Chicago native and Illinois State University College of Business graduate who has demonstrated leadership excellence, resilience, diligence, and an ability to make a positive difference - both as a student and throughout her corporate career. This endowment was established in 2024, which represents the 20-year legacy she ...

Alternative Breaks Support Fund

The Alternative Breaks Support Fund provides financial support for the activities essential to the growth and enhancement of the programs and services provided through Alternative Breaks offer through Illinois State University.

Well-Being Initiatives Fund

Establish a fund supporting activities, programs, education, operations, facilities, and equipment associated with well-being. The Well-Being Initiatives Fund will support initiatives that enhance the well-being of the Illinois State University campus community.

Nikita D. Richards Perseverance & Civic Engagement Scholarship

The Nikita D. Richards Perseverance & Civic Engagement Scholarship was established by Nikita to help assist students who, like her, experienced socioeconomic challenges, and who are utilizing their time at ISU to fulfill their purpose in life. She has committed her life to being civically engaged at the local, state and national level and ...

Leadership Initiative Fund

The Leadership Initiative Fund supports new leadership initiatives and programs designed to help students learn to be engaged, compassionate leaders committed to moving individuals, teams, organizations, and ideas forward. Students are given opportunities to participate in leadership training, seminars, conferences, and other cutting edge ...

Supporting Survivors Agreement

The purpose of The Supporting Survivors of Interpersonal & Sexual Violence Support Fund is to support victims of interpersonal and sexual violence with emergency financial assistance, scholarships, support services, or other necessities.

Center for Civic Engagement Fund

The Center for Civic Engagement was started in 2016 to strengthen Illinois State University's commitment to the value and importance of civic engagement. The Center brings coordination and a shared purpose to the numerous civic engagement efforts occurring across the University as well as to create new opportunities, supporting in-class and ...

Beta Omicron Chapter of Alpha Gamma Delta Scholarship Fund

The Beta Omicron Chapter of Alpha Gamma Delta Scholarship was established in 2014 in recognition of the spirit of loyalty and personal growth the founding donor gained through her personal membership in Beta Omicron Chapter and attending Illinois State University. The scholarship supports an active member who is in good standing and who has ...

COUNTRY Financial Center for Civic Engagement Scholarship

The COUNTRY Financial Center for Civic Engagement Scholarship was established by COUNTRY Financial in order to assist students who are completing a capstone internship for the Civic Engagement and Responsibility Minor.

Darren J. and Kirsten D. Clerkin Endowed Scholarship

The purpose of the Darren and Kirsten Clerkin Endowed Fund is to provide a scholarship for students that are active participants or members in a Multicultural Student Organization, multicultural Greek organizations, or a similar registered student organization that aims to help students create community around a common racial, ethnic, or ...

Greek Arete

The Greek Arete - Greek Leadership Fund was established in 2018 by Eric and Karin Burwell to highlight and elevate the excellence and virtue affiliated with the Illinois State University Fraternity and Sorority Life experience while honoring the history and foundation of fraternal organizations. The fund supports initiatives that call for ...

Michael D. Schermer Student Leader Excellence Endowment Fund

The Michael D. Schermer Student Leader Excellence Fund was established by Mr. Schermer to help further Illinois State University's goal of preparing students to be informed and engaged citizens who will promote and further the collective goals of society.

Neal R. Gamsky Quality of Student Life Endowment

The Neal R. Gamsky Quality of Student Life Endowment was established in 1986 by Neal R. Gamsky. He was vice president and dean of Student Affairs at Illinois State University from 1973 to 1991. He had a long-time interest in students and a determined goal to motivate them to achieve their highest possible level of personal, social, and academic ...

Steve and Sandi Adams Legacy Hall of Fame Endowed Fund

The Steve and Sandi Adams Legacy Hall of Fame Endowed Fund was established in April 2011 by family, friends, and colleagues as a tribute to the legacy of retiring Vice President Steve Adams and his wife, first lady of the Division for Student Affairs, Sandi Adams. Steve spent his entire 35-year career in higher education at Illinois State ...

Susan T. Kern Special Opportunities Endowed Scholarship

The Susan T. Kern Special Opportunities Endowed Scholarship was established by Susan and Stephen Kern in 2006 to provide financial support to an Illinois State University student for a one-time special academic or co-curricular opportunity. Susan Kern worked at Illinois State for over 31 years, serving as an Associate Professor of Home ...

Theta Theta Chapter of Alpha Tau Omega Founder's Scholarship

The Theta Theta Chapter of Alpha Tau Omega Founder's (ATO) Scholarship was established in 2014. The award honors the founders and re-founding fathers of the Theta Theta chapter of the ATO fraternity at Illinois State, whose tireless efforts, dedication, and leadership, were instrumental in the establishment of the chapter on Feb. 8, 1975 and ...