David Fancher Hard Endowed Graduate Award
About the Scholarship
Important Information
- Please make sure application is completely filled out with all requested information.
- If submitting multiple applications, only one copy of your unofficial transcript is required.
- Submitting an incomplete application and/or not submitting a transcript, may result in your application being delayed for consideration for the scholarship.
- Email completed applications and advising copy of your transcript to advisor below.
- Scholarship recipients will be notified by letter.
In addition to AUM scholarships awarded, the College of Education offers excellent departmental scholarship opportunities to students of high academic achievement. These scholarships are awarded to deserving students at all levels, including incoming freshmen, rising seniors, and graduate students.
Faculty Advisor:


Jana Sparks
Associate Professor | College of Education
Dr. Jana’ Sparks joined the faculty following eighteen years in the public school system, during which she held roles as Principal, Assistant Principal at both the elementary and middle school levels, and Coordinator of the New Teacher Mentoring Program. Dr. Sparks has taught all of the Master’s and Educational Specialists level courses that provide opportunities for future leaders and instructional leaders to enhance their personal and professional career. She currently serves as the Program Coordinator for the Instructional Leadership department.
Faculty’s Expertise: Educational Leadership, Mentoring Programs, School Improvement, Innovative Leadership, Staff Development


