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Circle of Vision Scholarship Program  West Virginia Independent Colleges & Universities, Inc. created the Circle of Vision Scholarship Program in 1996 for West Virginia residents. Since the program's first year in 1997, 2,467 named scholarships totaling over $2.9 million have been awarded to deserving West Virginia students. More than 77 percent of the students receiving these scholarships graduate, compared to a 48% average graduation rate at all West Virginia colleges and universities.
Click Here to read what students have to say! Scholarships are named for donors contributing at least $10,000, providing a minimum of one $1,000 scholarship to student recipients at each of our nine member institutions. Scholarships may be designated for specific purposes by the donor; however, all recipients must be West Virginia residents demonstrating financial need and academic promise. WVICU gratefully acknowledges the generous support of the 2008 Circle of Vision Scholarship Program: CAMPAIGN 2007 CIRCLE OF VISION SCHOLARSHIP MEMBERS: Appalachian Power Company BBT West Virginia Foundation Mr. Philip E. Cline Dominion foundation The Jeanne G. Hamilton and Lawson W. Hamilton, Jr. Family Foundation, Inc. Maier Foundation, Inc. Bernard McDonough Foundation, Inc. Lewis N. McManus Memorial Scholarship fund Mylan, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Petroplus The Ogden Newspapers, Inc. Steptoe & Johnson, PLLC The UPS Foundation H.B. Wehrle Foundation
"Our commitment to WVICU's Circle of Vision program allows us to support higher education and provide critical support to the communities in which we live and work. We believe it is critical to West Virginia's future and the well-being of its citizens. We are committed to maintaining strong support for the communities in which we work and live through the Circle of Vision Scholarship Program."
Robert M. Steptoe, Jr. Chief Executive Officer Steptoe & Johnson, PLLC "Our foundation's heritage is need-based scholarships for West Virginia's students. We are delighted to continue that tradition in the private sector by supporting the Circle of Vision Program." Ed H. Maier President Maier Foundation, Inc. "As a West Virginia native, I have tremendous love for my state and its citizens, yet I know first hand that challenges that we face. West Virginia parents dream that their children will have the opportunity of a college education that will lead to a better job and lifestyle. The Circle of Vision Scholarship Program is one of the best tools available to help these dreams become reality. I'm so thankful that the Bernard McDonough Foundation is able to play a role in providing access to a college education for our West Virginia students, many of whom are first generation college attendees. I personally know of no better investment in the future of our state." Dr. Robert W. Stephens, Jr. President Bernard McDonough Foundation, Inc. "The foundation for our future is being constructed now at West Virginia's colleges and universities. Our independent colleges and universities offer unique environments and programs to educate the young people who will soon be leading us in government, business and industry. We are proud to be a supporter of WVICU's Circle of Vision. It is truly a highlight of my life to receive the cards and letters of thanks from scholarship recipients. Each is thankful to be getting an education made possible through the Circle of Vision. If you're not sure your philanthropy is helpful and appreciated, the Circle of Vision is where you need to be." Mark E. Dempsey Vice President AEP Appalachian Power “WVICU's Circle of Vision Scholarship Program is well-suited to Dominion’s substantial and diverse commitment to quality education. To help ensure a strong, successful education system, Dominion is dedicated to providing the support needed to develop West Virginia’s most valuable natural resource, our youth. Believing that high-quality education is the key component of economic growth, we’re proud to be associated with a wide range of innovative educational programs, including WVICU's Circle of Vision Program.” Jeffrey L. Barger Vice President, Operations Dominion Transmission |
