The Alumni Association administers
scholarships and award programs that benefit
students attending Valencia Community College.
View the Scholarship
Slideshow Presentation to learn
more. If you have any further questions regarding
alumni scholarships, please contact the Alumni
Relations Office at alumni@valenciacc.edu or
407-582-2946.
Valencia Alumni Association Distinguished
Graduate Award:
The Alumni Association's Distinguished Graduate
Award is presented each year at the annual commencement
ceremony to a graduating Valencia student for
outstanding accomplishments in academic achievement,
extracurricular activities and community service
at Valencia.
Top Honor! The only award given at commencement.
Recipient is presented with a plaque during
the commencement ceremony
Recipient's bio is featured in the commencement
program
This student serves as the commencement speaker
Accepting applications starting Monday
October 8, 2007 and applications
are due in the Alumni Office, No
Later Than 5 p.m. on February 8, 2008
Up to five finalists are chosen and interviewed
by the Valencia Alumni Board of Directors
$1,000 awarded to the recipient at the Alumni
Achievers Reception in June
2008 Distinguished Graduate Finalists:
Jereme L. Ford
Corey L. Hamilton
James Andrew Hernandez
John W. Spencer
Alumni Association
Spring and Fall Scholarships:
Two scholarships of $350, awarded in the
Fall and Spring Terms
We begin accepting applications for
Fall Term on Wednesday, January 2, 2008 and
the deadline to apply for 2007 Fall
Term isby 5:00 p.m. on
the 2nd Monday in April (April 7, 2008)
Deadline to apply for 2008 Spring Term is
by 5:00 p.m. October 8, 2007
Recipients are recognized at Alumni Achievers
Reception in June, 2008
ALUMNI SPRING SCHOLARSHIP 2008 Scholars: Eloisa W. Centeno
Lauren E. Ferrara
Trecia A. Hunter
Paula M. Johnson Kim Marie Johnston
Christian R. Pinto Rey
Aidybert Silva-Ortiz
Kimberly A. Vagelakos
ALUMNI FALL SCHOLARSHIP 2008 Scholars: Timika S. Coney
Kimberly A. Gauthier
Monika L. Jackson
Amy R. Morrison Rebekah L. Reams
Yohara L. Rivera
Alumni
Annual Scholarships:
The following one-year scholarships are valued
up to $500 each. We begin accepting applications
on Wednesday, January 2, 2008 and are due in
the Alumni office by 5:00 p.m. on April 7, 2008. These
scholarship funds can be used for any educational
expense at Valencia. Recipients are recognized
at the special Alumni Achievers Reception in
June. Online
Application(fill in online and print)
David F. Collier Memorial Scholarship David F. Collier, owner of Collier
Jaguar, was a devoted family man and successful
entrepreneur who exhibited noteworthy commitment
to the Central Florida community. His public
endeavors were focused on the successful futures
of young people. Mr. Collier funded the Mary
Smedley Collier Scholarship at Valencia and
supported the college in many fund-raising
efforts. The Alumni Association is proud to
award this scholarship in David Collier's honor.
David F. Collier 2008 Scholar: Maria E. Crepaz
Charlie Edwards Memorial Scholarship The Charlie Edwards Memorial Scholarship
was established to encourage students who show
commitment; through hard work, diligence, heart
and spirit. Charlie Edwards loved law enforcement
and dedicated these virtues to this career
of 29 years. Charlie was a member of the Alumni
Association, and also taught law enforcement
officers at Valencia Community College. His
passions were police work and family. Charlie
loved to be a part of a solution to challenges;
the Charlie Edwards Memorial Scholarship provides
financial assistance to those who face challenges
in obtaining an education and was established
in his name.
Charlie Edwards Memorial Scholarship 2008 Scholar: Zinnia O. Young
Lula Crosby Keyes Scholarship The Lula Crosby Keyes Scholarship
was established by Keith Holcomb, a former
student, as a tribute to the outstanding teaching
record and abilities of Professor Lula Keyes.
With nearly 30 years of service at Valencia,
Professor Keyes exemplifies the highest level
of dedication to learning. Known for her bright
smile and caring personality, she has been
a benchmark for educational excellence, always
going above and beyond in service to students.
She considers having this scholarship named
for her as one of her greatest honors because
of the opportunities it offers students.
Lula Crosby Keyes Scholarship 2008 Scholars: Natalie L. Samocki
Venessa A. Tatum
Roger G. Keyes Scholarship Valencia alumni have a long-standing
tradition of helping each other. Roger G. Keyes
demonstrates this as a leader of the Alumni
Association in its work to support students
and to help them overcome challenges in the
way of their academic success. Mr. Keyes is
an engineer with 38 years of employment in
the defense industry, including nearly 30 years
with Lockheed Martin before retiring.
Mr. Keyes believes that students’ potential
often goes unrecognized, even by them, and shows
his belief in their abilities through this scholarship
established in his name.
Roger G. Keyes Scholarship 2008 Scholars: Jessica V. Bonilla
Amy R. Morrison
Rosita N. Martinez Scholarship From the time Valencia opened
its doors, students have looked to Dr. Rosita
N. Martinez for guidance, support and instruction.
Even after over 30 years of teaching at Valencia,
Dr. Martinez possesses the uncanny knack of
making everyone around her realize they are
special. It is no wonder that faculty and staff
call her "the tallest 4'11" person
around." Students appreciate her because
of her genuine interest in their success. Donors
Lula and Roger Keyes, both friends of the Association
and ardent supporters of Valencia, pay tribute
to Dr. Martinez's tremendous accomplishments
in the classroom through this scholarship in
her name.
Rosita N. Martinez Scholarship 2008 Scholars: Carl A. Dunn
Marisela Sanchez
Florence E. & Andrea L. Jasica Scholarship
Since memories and remembrances of our loved
ones are important...earlier this year I approached
Valencia Community College to establish an endowed
named scholarship in memory of my mother, Florence
Jasica. My mother was very interested in
furthering education and this was something
I know she would have wanted. I guess I created
a little bit of immortality for her. Her legacy
and her name will go on. This is just my way
of honoring a great lady, my mother.
Florence E. & Andrea L. Jasica Scholarship 2008 Scholars: Timika S. Coney
Monika L. Jackson
Barbara McGill
Yohara L. Rivera
Betty House Palmer Scholarship
Betty House Palmer, a long-time leader in the
Alumni Association, retired in December 2002
after 26 years of dedicated service as a Valencia
employee. Her devotion to Valencia and her
love of students led her to establish the Betty
House Palmer student scholarship in 1997 in
honor of her parents, William T. and Elva Leonard
House. Ms. Palmer feels that community colleges
are vital in opening doors for a wide group
of students who may not have begun their journey
into higher education otherwise. Students also
gain the foundation necessary for a successful
transition into a 4-year college if they choose
that path. Ms. Palmer's dream is to see every
student in need awarded a scholarship.
Betty House Palmer Scholarship 2008 Scholars: Lucner Flerima
Jennifer Garcia
Shajah Junco
Mayor
Richard T. Crotty Valencia - UCF Two Plus Two
Scholarship for
Graduating Valencia Students
The Mayor Richard T. Crotty Valencia - UCF Two
Plus Two Scholarship recognizes outstanding students
and provides financial assistance during their
pursuit of or intent to earn an Associate in
Arts degree at Valencia and subsequently, a bachelor's
degree at the University of Central Florida.
Students with an Associate in Science degree
or an Associate in Applied Science degree who
intend to complete an Associate of Arts degree
and transfer to the University of Central Florida
are also encouraged to apply.
Awarded
only to graduating Valencia students transferring
to UCF
We begin accepting applications on
Monday October 8, 2007 and applications
are due in the Alumni Office, No
Later Than 5:00 p.m. February 8, 2008
Awards one graduating student $4,000; a $2,000
check is given to the student at the Alumni
Achievers Reception in June and $2,000 goes
on student's account at UCF
Five finalists are chosen and interviewed
by a joint Valencia-UCF Alumni committee; committee
selects recipient(s)
2008 2 Plus 2
Scholar Graduates of Valencia:
Marlaine M. Monroig and John W. Spencer
Mayor Richard T. Crotty Valencia -
UCF Two Plus Two Scholarship for Incoming High
School Students from Orange and Osceola Counties
We begin accepting applications
on Wednesday, January 2, 2008 and are due in
the Valencia Alumni office no later than 5:00
p.m. on Monday April 7, 2008.
The Mayor Richard T. Crotty Valencia - UCF
Two Plus Two Scholarship recognizes outstanding
students and provides financial assistance during
their pursuit of (or intent to earn) an Associate
in Arts degree at Valencia and subsequently,
a bachelor's degree at the University of Central
Florida. The student(s)
selected must complete the A.A. degree.
Each high school principal in Orange
and Osceola Counties is invited to submit
one nomination each year for the Two Plus
Two Scholarship. Students should complete
the nomination form and present it to his/her
principal for signature. Finalists from
Orange County and Osceola Counties will
be forwarded to the selection committee.
The student must have a cumulative 3.0
grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Once
awarded, the recipient must maintain a 3.0
average.
The student must have a demonstrated commitment
to campus and community service.
The recipient must complete the required
minimum of 24 credit hours required to graduate
from high school in the state of Florida.
The student must intend to earn an Associate
in Arts degree. Students who want to earn
Associate in Science degree or an Associate
in Applied Science degree at Valencia Community
College followed by a bachelor's degree at
the University of Central Florida must complete
the A.A. degree.
Kristin A. Anderson, St. Cloud High School (Osceola) Gergana Atanasova, Edgewater High School (Orange) Shonnel O. Boston, Osceola High School (Osceola) Jennifer L. Planas, Cypress Creek High School (Orange) Natalie L. Samocki, Timber Creek High School (Orange) Danielle E. Windham, Paths at Teco, (Osceola)
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