The W.W. Ward Scholarship, a History of Devotion

The Harris College of Nursing has been blessed with a number of strong contributors who have helped to establish and expand it over the years. But one man stood out with a unique sense of devotion to the school. The Rev. Dr. W. W. Ward, a 25-year member of the Harris College of Nursing board of directors, made a lasting contribution through his efforts as scholarship chairman of the board.

 

Dr. Ward's dedication to providing funds for nursing students began before the school was established, and continued through the years. He worked to promote the creation of a scholarship endowment fund through the Harris Methodist Health System, where he had served as chaplain / commissioner. He solicited funds from as many sources as possible, including churches and individuals, to meet the urgent needs of the students.

 

A labor of love for Dr. Ward, his seemingly endless dedication continues to benefit students of the Harris College of Nursing. Dr. Ward was recognized by the Harris Methodist Health System for his efforts in fundraising by naming the scholarship fund the W. W. Ward Endowment Fund of Harris Methodist Health System. And so, through the devotion and concern of an extraordinary man, present and future students of the Harris College of Nursing may receive help in funding their education.

 

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W.W. Ward Endowment Fund

Policies and Information

 

Eligibility
Eligibility is limited to full-time nursing students enrolled in the Harris College of Nursing & Health Sciences at Texas Christian University who have received a recommendation from the Dean of the Harris College of Nursing & Health Sciences. A FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) must be on file in the Texas Christian University Financial Aid office to be eligible for consideration. Accelerated Baccalaureate Track students may apply for summer terms only.

 

Employment Status

If employed, the candidate may not be employed by a non-Harris Methodist Health System affiliated health care organization.

 

Maximum Scholarship Amount

Students may receive up to $1,000 a semester - fall, spring or summer. There is no lifetime maximum of funds one student may receive, as long as the student is eligible and reapplies each semester.

 

Grades

The student must maintain a grade point average of 2.5 or above to apply for scholarship funds for the next semester.

 

Application Process

Submit a completed application, by the appointed due date, to the Dean of Harris College of Nursing & Health Sciences along with a typed summary including the student's need, professional goals, current employment, if any, and any special situations which might influence the decision toward the scholarship.

 

Evaluation Criteria

Scholarships will be awarded in a non-discriminatory manner based upon an evaluation of the following criteria:

  • Financial need
  • Academic achievement
  • Employment preference(Harris Methodist Hospitals)
  • Classification (Jr. or Sr. level status)