Keene Endowment Association

AGC Education & Research Foundation Endowed Construction Safety Scholarship

The AGC Education & Research Foundation was founded in 1968 and has for 50 years made good on its commitment to support the future of the construction industry through its robust scholarship program and innovative projects. This fund provides financial assistance to incoming first-year undergraduate students who intend to major in Construction Safety Sciences.

Anita Rawchuck Nestor ’52 Health Science Scholarship

This scholarship is intended to provide an incentive for excellent students to study and become professionals in Health Science, particularly in the fields of Nutrition and Dietetics. In particular, the fund is intended to help academically strong students to achieve their degrees and to engage in academically relevant internships designed to better prepare them to excel as professionals in the fields of Nutrition and Health Science. Consideration for this scholarship shall be given to students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Health Science with a focus in Nutrition or Dietetics.

Ann C. Peters Scholarship Endowment

The Ann C. Peters Scholarship Endowment Fund was established as a gift of Ann C. Peters, Ed.D., Professor Emerita of Mathematics and first recipient of the KSC Alumni Association's Distinguished Teaching Award, in remembrance of her 25 years of service to the College. This scholarship is established to provide financial assistance to full-time students of Keene State College who have chosen mathematics as their major course of study or have chosen elementary education with mathematics as a minor.

Atha Adams Scholarship Endowment

Established by Janice Adams Lessard '68 in recognition of her mother Atha Adams. Atha worked as a Registered Nurse during World War II and after, all the while diligently saving a dollar at a time toward her daughter's college education. This was much to the displeasure of her husband who thought becoming a plumber would be the best vocation for his daughter. The purpose of this endowment shall be to provide recognition and financial assistance to students enrolled in the Teacher Education program at Keene State College who are specializing in science.

Barbara Rousseau Graduate in Education Scholarship Endowment

The Barbara A. Rousseau scholarship will provide recognition and financial assistance to graduate students pursuing a master's degree from the Educator Preparation Program or its successor. Consideration for this scholarship award shall be given to students who have demonstrated financial need and who are pursuing a master's degree from the Educator Preparation Program or its successor program.

CALL Wonderment Scholarship Endowment

This endowment was initiated by a number of engaged participants of the Cheshire Academy for Lifelong Learning (CALL) program, who realized what a “great deal” they received at Keene State College through access to the wonderful lifelong learning opportunities provided through the CALL Program. In turn, and as a way of saying thank you, this scholarship provides assistance for current KSC undergraduate students in financial need.

Class of 1957 Endowed Scholarship

The Class of 1957 Endowed Scholarship was created as a gift in celebration of their 55th reunion to provide recognition and financial assistance to students enrolled in the Teacher Education program. Consideration for this scholarship shall be given to matriculated students of Junior or Senior status who have been formally admitted in the Teacher Education program.

Class of 1958 Endowed Scholarship for Teacher Education

This scholarship provides recognition and financial assistance to students enrolled in the Teacher Education program. Consideration for this scholarship shall be given a Junior or Senior in the Teacher Education program. Eligible recipients must demonstrate financial need, have a GPA of 3.0 or better, and demonstrate a commitment to community service.

Class of 1960 Endowed Scholarship

The Class of 1960 Endowed Scholarship was created as a gift in celebration of their 50th anniversary of graduation from Keene Teacher's College. The endowment provides financial assistance to qualified full time students at Keene State College who have demonstrated financial need and with a preference for students majoring in education who are residents of New Hampshire.

Class of 1960 Endowed Scholarship

The Class of 1960 Endowed Scholarship was created as a gift in celebration of their 50th anniversary of graduation from Keene Teacher's College. The endowment provides financial assistance to qualified full time students at Keene State College who have demonstrated financial need and with a preference for students majoring in education who are residents of New Hampshire.

Class of 1961 Endowed Scholarship

This gift was given by members of the Class of 1961 at the celebration of their 50th anniversary of graduation from Keene Teacher's College. Scholarships will be awarded to rising sophomores, juniors and seniors with preferences given to students who are residents of New Hampshire and are majoring in education.

Class of 1962 Endowed Scholarship

The purpose of this endowment shall be to provide recognition and financial assistance to Keene State Students who show financial need, maintain good academic standing, and who may be interested in pursuing an education major.

Class of 1964 Teacher Education Scholarship Endowment

This endowment was established by the Class of 1964 to provide recognition and financial assistance to undergraduate students majoring in education.

Costin Family Scholarship Endowment

This scholarship was established to provide recognition and financial assistance to full or part-time education majors. Award recipients shall demonstrate academic achievement and financial need. Preference will be given to non-traditional students who have overcome obstacles to return to school.

David Hatch Battenfeld Memorial Award Endowment

This award was established by the family and friends of David H. Battenfeld, a distinguished humanist and teacher at Keene State College. The purpose of the fund is to provide recognition and financial support to a student who demonstrates a serious interest in the humanities. Preference shall be given to returning adult learners.

David R. Leinster Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is created in memory of David R. Leinster by Travis M. Hodgdon '94, a first-generation college student, and his wife Gretchen A. Hodgdon. A veteran of the United States Navy, the late Professor Leinster taught history at Keene State College from 1966 until his retirement in 1998. He is fondly remembered by students and fellow faculty members for his commitment to sharing his knowledge, and to encouraging students who were military veterans and those who were the first in their families to attend college. This scholarship shall be offered to students majoring in History or other Humanities; who are entering their sophomore, junior or senior year; who are New Hampshire residents; and maintaining an overall GPA of at least 3.0. Preference shall be given to military veterans, then to students who are the first in their family to attend college.

Delmar Ogg SPDI Program and Faculty Development Endowment

Delmar Ogg Sustainable Product Design & Innovation (SPDI) Scholarship Endowment

This scholarship endowment was created in 2021 by Karl Dale Krantz ’00 and family, in recognition of Dr. Delmar “Del” Ogg’s outstanding teaching and mentorship and his influence on Dale’s career path. Dr. Ogg was a member of the Technology, Design and Safety faculty at Keene State College from 1971 to 2006. This endowment is offered to provide recognition and financial assistance to incoming first year students who have indicated interest in the Sustainable Product Design and Innovation Program.

Don Baldini Music Scholarship Endowment

This scholarship endowment was created in 2018 in honor of the retirement of Professor Don Baldini, Artist in Residence for 25 years at Keene State College. Mr. Baldini jointed the Keene State College faculty after a prestigious career as a performer, playing with jazz greats including Frank Sinatra and spending many years on the music set of the tonight Show with Johnny Carson. He founded the KSC orchestra, involving students and community members and enriching the campus culture. Consideration for this award shall be given to full-time undergraduate students who play violin, viola, cello or bass and are majoring in music or who have been formally accepted into the music program at KSC.

Dorothea A. Kitlan Scholarship Fund

The Dorothea A. Kitlan Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to Keene State College students who need assistance to complete their education, provided that no child of any member of the faculty or administration shall be eligible for the scholarship.

Dorothy Bright ’60 Scholarship Endowment

This fund was created with a gift from Dorothy Bright '60. The purpose of the fund shall be to provide recognition and financial assistance to students enrolled in a graduate program in education at Keene State College.

Dorothy E. Potter ’45 Memorial Scholarship Endowment

The Dorothy Elizabeth Potter '45 Memorial Scholarship was established at Keene State College as a gift of Mr. J. Richard Potter, Mr. Howard C. Potter, and Mrs. Donna Potter Young, brothers and sister to Dorothy. Scholarships will be awarded to a full-time junior or senior who has chosen English as his or her major course of study and who intends to teach English after graduation.

Dr Gary Bonitatibus Memorial Scholarship Endowment

The fund was created by Elaine Bonitatibus in loving memory to honor his dedication and service to Keene State College and its students. The purpose of this fund shall be to provide recognition and financial assistance to full time matriculated students who are psychology majors or minors with a demonstrated financial need.

Dr. Rose M. Kundanis Scholarship in Journalism

This endowment was established Dr Rose Kundanis upon her retirement from the Journalism Multimedia Public Relations Department at Keene State College in 2018. Never relenting in her pursuit of the truth, she taught and mentored many generations of journalists, instilling in them a high technical and ethical standard of accurate, unbiased, and concise reporting across the ever-changing world of technology, media, and communications. This scholarship will be offered to students who have declared journalism as a major.

Edward McCaul Education Graduate Student Aid Endowment

Elisa and Shane Nickerson Arts Scholarship Endowment

This fund was created by Elisa Nickerson '93 and Shane Nickerson '94 to provide recognition and financial assistance to students enrolled in the Theatre Arts Program and other fine and performing arts programs at Keene State College.

Francis C. Oliver Campus Beautification Endowment

Frank H. Blackington, Jr. Language Proficiency Award Endowment

This endowment was established in 1964 by the family and friends of Frank H. Blackington Jr., who was a member of the Keene State College faculty for 41 years and who specialized in foreign languages. Consideration for this award shall be given to seniors who demonstrate exceptional foreign language proficiency.

Frank H. Blackington, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Endowment

In honor of Professor Blackington, consideration for this scholarship shall be given to students who are of junior class standing or higher and have demonstrated proficiency in foreign languages. Preference will be given to students majoring in foreign languages.

Franklin C. Roberts ’24 Geography Book Fund Endowment

Franklyn C. Redfern Memorial Book Fund Endowment

Fred L. Barry ’36 Graduate Fellowship Endowment

Fellowships will provide recognition and financial assistance to students enrolled in a graduate level program at Keene State College who display a strong interest in administrative leadership or innovative approaches to their graduate field of study. The award will provide financial support for special projects which may be incorporated in, but are not restricted to, the culminating activities of a student's graduate program.

Fred Simmons Memorial Scholarship Endowment

This endowment was established in 1977 by Joanna S. Richardson, in honor of her brother, who taught at Keene State College for many years. Eligible students must have demonstrated excellence in academics and have financial need.

Giovannangeli Family Scholarship Endowment

This scholarship was established to provide financial assistance to full-time students who are New Hampshire residents, who have junior or senior standing, and who have demonstrated outstanding academic promise. Preference will be given to students who have been accepted into the teacher certification program.

Harold Nugent ’58 Scholarship Endowment

This endowment was created with a gift from Susan Nugent M'73. The purpose of this endowment is to provide financial support to students who are pursuing dual degrees in English and secondary education or English and elementary education.

Harry Preston Book Fund Endowment

History Scholarship Fund

Established in 2014 by James Smart to provide recognition and financial assistance to students who have declared history as their major or minor at Keene State College. This scholarship will, even if in a small way, aid students in need who plan, or most likely will, have leadership roles in society.

James R. Banks ’87 Chemistry Scholarship Endowment

This endowment was created with a gift from James R. Banks. The endowment shall provide recognition and financial aid to deserving students who are first in their family to attend college and who have a declared a major, concentration, or minor in chemistry.

Jim and Mary C. Leonard Endowed Scholarship in Music

As life-long music enthusiasts, Jim and Mary Leonard wish to create this scholarship to encourage students to pursue rewarding careers in music. The purpose of this endowment shall be to provide recognition and financial assistance to music students at Keene State College with a GPA of at least 3.0.

John ’58 & Cynthia ’57 Faust Scholarship Endowment

This scholarship was established to provide recognition and financial assistance to full-time Education, Nursing, Safety Studies, Sustainable Product Design and Innovation, or Architecture majors. Award recipients shall demonstrate academic achievement and financial need who are NH residents. Preference will be given to non-traditional students who have overcome obstacles to return to school. This award may be for one academic year and may be renewed.

Julia McHale Redfern Memorial Prize in Performing Arts Endowment

This endowment was established in 1989 as a memorial to his mother by former Keene State College President Leo F. Redfern and his wife Edmonde to recognize and reward excellence and achievement in the performing arts. One award will be presented annually based on recommendations from any appropriate discipline and coordinated by the Dean of Arts and Humanities or their equivalent.

KEA Redfern Arts Center Endowment

KEA Thorne-Sagendorph Art Gallery Endowment

Keene Endowment Association Board of Trustees Scholarship Endowment

The Keene Endowment Association Board of Trustees has established this endowment to express their commitment to the education of Keene State College students. This scholarship will be awarded to students who have demonstrated financial need with preference given to full-time undergraduate students.

Kenneth and Carol Jue Community Service Fund

This endowment was established to provide scholarship support to students with financial need who are highly engaged with their community. It was created by Ken and Carol Jue, both of whom have been extensively involved professionally and as volunteers throughout this region. They believe strongly that individual engagement and giving back are essential elements of a strong, healthy community.

KSC Alumni Association Scholarship Endowment

Established by the KSC Alumni Association to provide scholarships equivalent to annual in-state tuition. Available to both residents and non-residents, these scholarships are given to at least one student from each of the sophomore, junior, and senior classes, are all based on financial need, and a GPA of 3.0 or better. Preference will be given to the children of KSC Alumni.

KSC Family Assistance Scholarship Endowment

This scholarship was developed to provide financial assistance to KSC students who show academic promise. Preference will be given to those applicants who have siblings and/or parents also enrolled during the award year.

KSC Mathematics Faculty Scholarship Endowment

This endowment was created upon the retirement of longstanding members of the Mathematics Department faculty who retired from service in 2021, and honors all Keene State Mathematics faculty, past, present, and future. This scholarship will be offered to students pursuing an undergraduate degree in Mathematics at Keene State College, and preference will be given to students who are the first in their family to attend college.

KSC Student Memorial Scholarship Endowment

For students with high financial need who have held office in a recognized KSC organization for at least one year.

Leona Day Henderson ’18 Scholarship Endowment

Warren Henderson created this scholarship in 1981 in memory of his wife, Leona Day Henderson '18. Two scholarships are awarded annually to a junior and senior who are NH residents, show outstanding promise as teachers and have demonstrated academic excellence and leadership.

Lindberg-LaCroix Veterans Scholarship

This fund provides financial assistance to veterans, particularly those who served their country in combat. The fund was established by Robert and Maryann Lindberg to honor the military service of Robert, who served as a combat engineer in Viet Nam, and both Robert’s and Maryann’s fathers, who served as pilots in World War II. Understanding how difficult it can be for returning combat veterans to successfully pursue their educational goals, the Lindbergs hope that this scholarship can help in some small way.

Lora L. Adams ’73M Memorial Nutrition and Health Sciences Scholarship

This award was established to provide recognition and financial assistance to undergraduate or graduate students pursuing a degree in Health Science with a focus in Nutrition or Dietetics.

Marion Frost Hudson ’53 Memorial Scholarship Endowment

Established in 1975 through a bequest made by Doris Frost Hudson, an instructor in the English Department for 35 years, for students enrolled in an English related curriculum.

Mary C. Leonard Endowed Scholarship for Students with Disabilities

Mary Leonard dedicated over twenty years in her career in services to Keene State College and students with disabilities. This scholarship is to be awarded to a student with documented disabilities with preference to those exhibiting leadership qualities (teamwork/volunteer) with a GPA of at least 2.5.

Mary Sophia Nano Shealy ’40 M’58 and Lester Shealy Memorial Scholarship Endowment

This fund was created in 2019 by David and Tina Nano. David is the nephew of Mr. and Mrs. Shealy. The fund recognizes the Shealys’ service to the teaching profession and also recognizes family members who have served in Keene, NH schools. The purpose of this endowment is to provide recognition and financial assistance to students pursuing an Education degree with first preference for students from Keene, New Hampshire.

Megna Family Endowed Scholarship

This fund was established by Dorothy Reed Megna ’58 and Nelson J Megna ’59 in appreciate of the financial support they received for excellent academic foundation they received at Keene State College. This scholarship provides recognition and financial assistance to students enrolled in the Teacher Education program. Eligible recipients must demonstrate financial need, have a GPA of 3.0 or better, and demonstrate a commitment to community service.

Melinda D Treadwell ’90 Student Emergency Endowment

This endowment honors the legacy of Dr. Melinda Treadwell's service to Keene State College, including most recently her leadership as president from 2019 to 2025. Funds shall be used to provide financial assistance to KSC students in good standing who find themselves in need of urgent and unexpected funding, especially targeting students who have experienced an unexpected change in their personal or family situations.

Melvin Rosensaft Scholarship Endowment

This scholarship was established in the early 1980s to honor Melvin Rosensaft by family members, colleagues and friends. It will provide recognition and financial assistance to juniors or seniors majoring in management or related business fields who have demonstrated academic achievement.

Michael D. Keller Memorial Award Endowment

This fund was established by faculty, students, and friends of Michael D. Keller, who was Dean of Arts and Humanities and a beloved teacher. The purpose of this fund is to support undergraduate students in the visual and performing arts such as dance, drama, and music.

Olive Frenette Jennison Award Endowment

This endowment is established by Edward Jennison, a lifelong learner, a frequent adult student at Keene State College, and a great advocate for the environment. The purpose of this shall be to provide recognition and financial assistance to students with scholastic proficiency and a penchant for environmental science. A preference will be given to juniors with at least a 3.0 GPA, major in Environmental Studies or Biology and displays a concern for the environment through their course selection, enrollment in a related minor, or an activity that provides evidence of such interest.

Peter Jenkins Memorial Scholarship Endowment

This endowment was established by colleagues, friends, and family of Peter H. Jenkins, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Management, in honor of his 25 years of service to the College. This scholarship is to recognize a senior or graduate student whose major course of study is management or some individualized major which includes management. Criteria is based on merit and financial need. The issue of merit should include qualities which Dr. Jenkins taught and lived - commitment to excellence, integrity, concern for humanity, and his famous "do something even if it's wrong" philosophy.

Phi Lambda Chi Scholarship Endowment

This scholarship was established by the Keene State College chapter of the Phi Lambda Chi fraternity (formerly Sigma Lambda Chi) in 1986. The purpose of the fund is to provide meaningful scholarship assistance to deserving undergraduate students who are active members of the Phi Lambda Chi community.

Quin-D Dance Endowment Fund

Raymond ’63 M’70 and Dorothy Martin Jobin ’62 Scholarship Endowment

This endowment was established by Raymond and Dorothy Jobin, graduates of Keene Teachers College. Dorothy spent her career teaching kindergarten and first grade, while Raymond taught third and sixth grade, and completed his final 18 years of teaching at Keene State College.This endowment is created in honor of Dr. Melinda D. Treadwell ’90 to celebrate her appointment as the 11th President of Keene State College, and will be offered to students pursuing a four-year bachelor’s degree at Keene State College who have demonstrated financial need.

Rene C. Lachapelle Endowed Scholarship Fund

This fund was named in honor and in memory of Dr. Rene C. Lachapelle, professor emeritus at the University of Vermont and mentor to Dr. Anne E. Huot, Keene State College president, during her graduate school years at University of Vermont. The purpose is to provide recognition and financial assistance to Keene State students whose scholarship helps bring theory to practice through study abroad, undergraduate research, internships with companies and organizations, and other out-of-the-classroom activities. Consideration for this scholarship shall be given to students who have demonstrated through actions their commitment to active citizenship and/or leadership through service learning or volunteerism, and who will be participating in an academic enrichment program outside the classroom to further their scholarly activity).

Robert Cooper Gilman ’46 Memorial Scholarship Endowment

A student in the Trades and Industry Curriculum at Keene Teachers College, Mr. Gilman’s education was interrupted in 1943 by service in the U.S. Army Air Corps. He returned in January 1946 to complete his final semester. The scholarship is established by Mr. Gilman’s daughter, Patricia Gilman, and her husband, Paul Minnis, in recognition of Mr. Gilman’s service as an educator and administrator.

Robert H. and Joan S. Barlow Education Scholarship Endowment

This fund was created by Mark Barlow'81 in honor of his parents Robert H Barlow and Joan S Barlow. The purpose of this fund is to provide recognition and financial assistance to students enrolled in the education program at Keene State College.

Robert H. and Joan S. Barlow Nursing Scholarship Endowment

This fund was created by Mark Barlow '81 in honor of his parents Robert H Barlow and Joan S Barlow. The fund shall provide recognition and financial assistance to students in the nursing program.

Rodney R. Adams ‘72M Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established to provide recognition and financial assistance to full-time Geology majors (or Science majors) with preference to NH residents.

Samuel A. Martin Memorial Scholarship Endowment

This fund was created in memory of Samuel A. Martin, who was a 2009 graduate of the Safety Studies Program and a member of the Rugby Club. This scholarship will be offered to sophomores, juniors and seniors who have and shall maintain a GPA of 3.0 in Safety Studies courses with preference given to members of the Men’s and Women’s Rugby Club.

The Robert L. Johnson, Sr.’42 and Alice G. Johnson ’43 Student Teaching (Practicum) Scholarship

This fund was created in honor of Robert Johnson ’42 and Industrial Arts graduate and Alice Johnson ’43, a Home Economics graduate. The purpose of this endowment shall be to defray the cost of tuition and fees associated directly with participation in student teaching (practicum) and who have a demonstrated financial need.

Travis ’94 and Gretchen Hodgdon New Americans Scholarship Endowment

This fund was created by Travis Hodgdon '94 and Gretchen Hodgdon to provide recognition and financial assistance to Keene State College students who are among the first in their family to arrive in the United States and/or the first in their family to be born in the United States and are current residents.

Vincent D. Russell ’50 Experiential Learning Endowment Fund

Wayne E. Hartz Scholarship in Safety and Occupational Health Applied Sciences

This scholarship was created to honor Wayne Hartz upon his retirement from Keene State College in June 2021. During Wayne’s tenure at Keene State College, the Board of Certified Safety Professionals designated the BS and MS in SOHAS and BS in Construction Safety Sciences as qualified academic programs, making Keene State College one of only six colleges in the nation with three or more designated programs. This fund provides financial assistance to full-time matriculated students who are Safety and Occupational Health Applied Sciences majors or Construction Safety Sciences majors with the cost of for-credit summer internships.

Will W. Adams ’78 Education Scholarship

The inspiration for this fund is the excellent teaching, mentoring, and friendship provided to William as a student by Keene Sate Geography professors Klaus J. Bay and Quentin H. White as well as William’s family history of KSC graduates with his mother, Lora L. Adams ‘73M, and father, Rodney R. Adams ‘72M earning their master’s degrees in education. Applicants must be education majors with preference given to those with a 2nd major of environmental studies and secondary preference to those with a minor in geography or other social science.