James F. Casey '50 Scholarship

Established by Patrick R. Brereton to benefit a student who best demonstrates leadership, commitment to the residence hall programs, and concern for the welfare of others. The scholarship was created in memory of James Casey ‘50 (1927-1981), who was SUNY Cortland’s first director of student housing. Award will be split evenly between the fall and spring semesters. Funding is based on availability.

Selection Criteria

  • awarded to a matriculated sophomore, junior or senior level student in good academic standing at SUNY Cortland
  • has high academic achievement minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average
  • have attended SUNY Cortland for a minimum of 3 academic semesters
  • current or past residence hall staff member or hall council president for at least one semester
  • enrolled full-time (at least 12 credit hours each fall and spring semester)
  • student must have at least one full academic year remaining at the start of the fall semester of award year

Preference

  • is given to student who have demonstrated financial need per FAFSA
  • is given to students with demonstrated leadership
  • is given to students who have demonstrated a dedication to residence hall program
  • is given to students who have demonstrated a concerns for the welfare of others

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.

Award
Funding Amount Varies
Deadline
02/01/2024
Supplemental Questions
  1. Are you a current or past residence hall staff member or hall council president for at least one semester?
  2. Please describe your involvement in the residence hall program. Please include and titles and durations of service.