Wilson Family Scholarship for Future Coaches and Educators

The Wilson Family Scholarship for Future Coaches and Educators was established to recognize the foundational and educational experiences that the college provided Gary L. Wilson ’68 in his professional career. A pillar in both the sport of Cross Country and Track & Field, Gary used his Cortland experiences to launch successful careers coaching and mentoring student-athletes at The University of Wisconsin-Lacrosse and the University of Minnesota. Awards will be split between the fall and spring semesters. Funding is based on availability.

Selection Criteria

• awarded to matriculated continuing undergraduates at the sophomore, junior, or senior level in good academic standing at SUNY Cortland.
• enrolled full-time (at least 12 credit hours each fall and spring semester) in Physical Education major or any major in the Kinesiology Department (Coaching, Exercise Science, Fitness Development, and Sport Studies) with intent to coach.
• must demonstrate financial need via the FAFSA

Renewal Information

• This scholarship is a one time award and is non-renewable

Scholarship funding is determined by the Cortland College Foundation. Scholarship amounts and availability are subject to change.