Our Scholarships and Awards

 

The University of Oklahoma Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) alumni generously provide a variety of scholarships and awards to qualified cadets. Scholarships are typically merit-based and competitive. Nominations are made by the ROTC cadre each year. The Association currently provides 82 different scholarships and awards with a total value over $122,650.

 

Click here to learn more about our Alumni. Alumni scholarships and awards include:

 

MULVA FAMILY SCHOLARSHIPS ($88,000)

Fifty-one scholarships valued at four different tiers:  5 Cadets earn Tier 1 at $5,000; 15 Cadets earn Tier 2 at $2,500; 20 Cadets earn Tier 3 at $1,000; and 11 Cadets earn tier 4 at $500.  All scholarships are endowed by the Mulva Family Foundation. The purpose of these scholarships is to provide encouragement, support, and opportunity for deserving cadets to serve the United States of America through military service.

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UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA ARMY ROTC ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP ($6,600)

An endowed award established and funded collectively by OU Army ROTC alumni and awarded to an exceptional cadet ($1,000) selected by the Professors of military Science; and in increments of $700 to eight cadets: two freshmen (awarded in the Spring), two sophomores, two juniors, and two seniors (all awarded in the Fall). The award is based on performance and potential in the Army ROTC Program.

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THE MAJOR GENERAL JOHN LONG SCHOLARSHIP ($2,500)

An award established by Major General (Retired) John Long. MG Long is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma where he received his commission into the Quartermaster Corps. This award is presented to the college junior who has shown the most overall improvement and progress as a cadet in the OU Army ROTC program.

 

THE LIEUTENANT COLONEL EDWIN RAMSEY SCHOLARSHIP ($2,500) AND SABER (valued at $600) 

An award established by Dr. Raquel Ramsey to honor her husband, Edwin Ramsey. Following the Japanese invasion of the Philippines in World War II, then-Lieutenant Ramsey helped slow the Japanese advance on the Bataan peninsula, allowing fellow Americans to escape. Ramsey also led what would become the last horse cavalry charge in US military history. Avoiding the Bataan Death March, Ramsey helped establish and lead a guerrilla force that resisted the Japanese occupation and provided critical intelligence to the Philippine Liberation led by General Douglas MacArthur. For his actions in saving tens of thousands of American and Filipino lives, Ramsey was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross. The LTC Ed Ramsey Scholarship is presented to the outstanding cadet who most exemplifies the attributes of LTC Ramsey.

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THE FIRST LIEUTENANT DAVID T. WRIGHT II SCHOLARSHIP ($4,000) AND BRONZE BERET

An endowed award established by Tim and Michele Wright in honor of their son, First Lieutenant David T. Wright II. 1LT David Wright graduated in 2006 from the University of Oklahoma. 1LT Wright commissioned as an infantry officer and was assigned as a platoon leader with the 2nd Infantry Division stationed at Fort Lewis, WA. On September 14, 2009, enemy forces attacked 1LT Wright’s vehicle with improvised explosives as he lead his platoon on a patrol in Helmand Providence, Afghanistan, which resulted in his death. This award honors 1LT Wright’s sacrifice and heroism. The recipient is chosen based upon their strong morals, values, and character. This coveted award is reserved for a leader who will lead America’s sons and daughters with the same selfless service and internal fortitude as 1LT Wright.

 

THE FORD BROTHERS BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP ($4,000 - 2 Cadets each receive $2,000)

Bill and Bob Ford are both distinguished Oklahoma businessmen and graduates of OU Army ROTC who have established this endowed scholarship, which is given annually to two exemplary cadets whose academic major is in a business-related field.  Each cadet receives $1,500.

 

THE MCCONNELL ARMY ROTC AWARD ($1,500) AND SABER (valued at $600) 

The McConnell Army ROTC Award is an award endowed through the University of Oklahoma Foundation that is awarded to an outstanding Army ROTC cadet each year. The recipient must be an active and enrolled cadet in good standing who is chosen by the Army ROTC Professor of Military Science (PMS) and staff based upon criteria set forth jointly by the McConnell family and the PMS. Typically, the McConnell Army ROTC Award will be presented to a cadet demonstrating outstanding qualities and a high standard of excellence. The award is presented in the amount of no less than $1,500 and is conveyed along with an engraved ceremonial U.S. Army officer’s saber valued at $480. The award is presented in honor of COL and Mrs. Donald W. McConnell and the McConnell family and is provided by LTC (Ret.) and Mrs. Brian W. McConnell. A plaque with the names of all recipients resides in the Armory at the University of Oklahoma.

 

LIEUTENANT COLONEL DALE MAGNIN SCHOLARSHIP ($2,000)

An annual endowed award provided by the Magnin family to a worthy cadet in the Army ROTC program. The selected cadet will have demonstrated the willingness to step forward, even if not asked, to accept responsibility for required tasks and missions, and to timely and efficiently accomplish those tasks and missions.  The cadet must also be committed to serving in the U.S. Army. 

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PAUL KIM SCHOLARSHIP ($2,000)

The Captain Paul Kim Memorial Scholarship was established with contributions from friends and family of Captain Kim to honor his memory and legacy. Paul was a US Army Officer who was commissioned from the University of Oklahoma Army ROTC in 2011. He served as an Infantry Officer and attained the rank of Captain. Paul worked hard to join the Infantry and served proudly. After Paul left the US Army, he volunteered to serve in Ukraine in June 2022. On 05 October 2022, Paul was killed in combat while defending the sovereignty of Ukraine and its people. While studying as a Cadet and earning his commission as an officer, Paul provided constant inspiration and motivation to his peers. Paul’s buoyant spirit encouraged his peers to strive for excellence and continue through challenging and dangerous training events. Paul’s vigilant concern for others has inspired his classmates to create a scholarship in his name. This scholarship will embody Paul’s spirit by providing financial aid and a memorabilia gift to an OU Army ROTC Cadet who is selected by a peer vote of OU Army ROTC Cadets each Fall before the Alumni Banquet.

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WOLF FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP ($1,500) 

Two $750 scholarships are given by Jim and Susan Wolf.  Jim is an OU graduate and served as an officer in the United States Army and went on to have a successful business career as an Accountant and financial advisor. The annual scholarship is presented to an outstanding Cadet of any military Science class that demonstrates exceptional academic and military skills as well as involvement in the program and its extracurricular activities.

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THE COLONEL WILTSE SCHOLARSHIP ($1,500)

An award established by Elliot and Chris Wiltse in honor of their father Colonel Woodrow Wiltse, who commanded OU Army ROTC from 1965-1969. Both Elliot and Chris received commissions from OU Army ROTC in 1969 and 1972, respectively. The Wiltse award is presented annually to an outstanding cadet who demonstrates exceptional academic and military skills and has a desire to pursue a military career. 

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OU Army ROTC RANGER DETATCHMENT SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000)

The OU Army ROTC Ranger Detachment was started in the early 1980’s. Shortly thereafter, the OU program was designated the Treadwell Detachment in honor of Colonel Jack Treadwell, Medal of Honor recipient.  Colonel Treadwell served with the 180th infantry regiment of the 45th Infantry Division throughout World II. As a first lieutenant, he single-handedly captured or destroyed 6 enemy pillboxes while under murderous fire from German machine guns. This scholarship is awarded annually to a Cadet who shows mental toughness and his or her commitment to the ROTC Ranger Program.

 

CHEVRON ROTC SCHOLAR AWARD ($1,000)

A $1,000 scholarship presented to an engineering student who shows the ability to become a leader in the oil and gas industry through their academic excellence, project work, and leadership ability.

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THE BOB KALSU CHARACTER AWARD ($500)

An award suggested by Major General (Retired) Geoffrey Lambert, to be funded by the alumni of Pershing Rifles at OU. Named in honor of First Lieutenant Bob Kalsu, the award criteria are based on outstanding character and leadership–doing things the right way, as reflected by the life and service of 1LT Kalsu. Selection is not limited by any factor and is based on a demonstration of “going above and beyond.”

 

HAMILTON INFANTRY LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP ($500)

An endowed award established by Doctors William and Penny Hamilton. This is an annual award for a full-time, regularly-enrolled University of Oklahoma Army ROTC senior cadet who has demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities in the Army ROTC program, at the University of Oklahoma, or in other community-social organizations. The recipient must be slated for commissioning as a Regular Army infantry officer to secure the award. The award includes an engraved trophy, and the recipient’s name is engraved on a plaque for perpetual display at the Army ROTC department.

 

GEORGE NORRIS SCHOLARSHIP ($500)

An endowed award in honor of Colonel George Norris. This award is to be presented to an advanced Army ROTC cadet selected at the discretion of the Army ROTC selection committee and approved by the Professor of Military Science.

 

THE NATHAN ANDERSON AWARD ($400)

An award presented in the name of Nathan W. Anderson to a ROTC cadet in the senior class who is selected at the discretion of the Army ROTC selection committee and approved by the PMS. The committee may establish its own criteria based on good citizenship, community involvement, and leadership.

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