Ohio State Chapter Scholarships
The ATZ-FH Alumni Association, the ATZ-FH Foundation Council and our alumni sponsor 11 scholarship programs for active members of the Ohio State Chapter. Students must maintain specific GPA and residency requirements to be eligible for various scholarships. Even though some scholarships are administered through the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences, members need not to be enrolled in the College or the School of Environment and Natural Resources to be eligible. However, to be eligible for a chapter scholarship, all active members must complete the common scholarship form on-line provided by CFAES regardless of college or school of enrollment.
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2024 Deadline: March 18, 2024 [DEADLINE EXTENDED].
The Donald E. & Martha L. Fogg Alpha Tau Zeta Scholarship Fund #642245 - [Click here to apply]
This scholarship was established February 7, 2003, with gifts from Donald E. Fogg, (B.S. Agr., 1949) and Martha L. Fogg (B.S.H.E., 1949).
The scholarship(s) will be awarded annually to an active member of Alpha Tau Zeta at The Ohio State University. The scholarship will be selected at the end of Spring Quarter for the following academic year. The student(s) must hold at least a 3.0 gpa. Any recipient(s) must be living in the Alpha Tau Zeta fraternity house at the time of receipt of the scholarship and, in addition, must have been living there the past two quarters or semesters (if applicable) while enrolled in The Ohio State University. Multiple scholarships may be awarded.
John H. Leonard Scholarship - [Click here to apply]
This scholarship is dedicated in honor of Brother John H. Leonard, '31, by his son, Brother James E. Leonard, '60, as the scholarship donor.
Two $2,500.00 scholarships will be awarded annually to an active member of FarmHouse. The scholarship will be selected at the end of spring semester for the following academic year. The recipient must have completed two (2) or more semesters of full-time enrollment. The recipient will be chosen on the basis of financial need, contribution to co-curricular activities, and being a role model for others.
Ralph Dutch E. Schramm Scholarship Fund in Animal Science #646403 - [Click here to apply]
Income supports junior/senior students in animal science who are 1) members of FarmHouse Fraternity with beef or sheep interests, 2) students studying abroad or completing an international internship in Australia with the beef industry preferred, and 3) students who have participated in the Little I in the beef division.
The Foltz Family Fund #662269 - [Click here to apply]
The Foltz Family Fund was established February 6, 2009, with gifts from John Charles Foltz (B.S. 1955, M.S. 1971) and Anne Clark Foltz (B.S.H.E. 1955, M.S. 1979) of Columbus, Ohio.
The annual distribution (minimum $1,000) from this endowed fund shall be used to support the following areas in a three-year rotation:
- A scholarship to be awarded to an undergraduate student who is a member of the FarmHouse Fraternity-ATZ Chapter. Qualified applicants will have demonstrated academic achievement and leadership in student activities at the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences and/or the University.
- Support for the restoration, refurbishment, and/or maintenance of Cooke Castle on Gibraltar Island in Lake Erie. Such use shall be at the discretion of the director of Stone Laboratory.
- A scholarship to be awarded to a freshman with declared intention to study agriculture or natural resources. Qualified applicants will have demonstrated accomplishments in 4-H and/or FFA activities with emphasis on leadership and community service. Preference shall be given to youths from Gallia and Fairfield counties in Ohio.
Dorothy Hageman Staffeldt Memorial Scholarship - [Click here to apply]
The Dorothy Hageman Staffeldt Memorial Scholarship is for members of FarmHouse Fraternity with a strong preference for those studying Crop science, entomology and other agricultural fields. The scholarship was established as a named endowment through the FarmHouse Foundation in November 2010 for the Ohio State Chapter. Students wishing to apply for this scholarship must first complete the on-line scholarship application for the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences.
Delbert H. Hageman Memorial Scholarship - [Click here to apply]
The Delber H. Hageman Memorial Scholarship is for members of FarmHouse Fraternity with a strong preference for those studying Crop science, entomology and other agricultural fields. The scholarship was established as a named endowment through the FarmHouse Foundation in April 2011 for the Ohio State Chapter. Recipients shall live in the chapter house if space is available, shall have a grade point average of 2.5 or better, and shall maintain satisfactory behavior. Students wishing to apply for this scholarship must first complete the on-line scholarship application for the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences.
Beverly Mae Baish Hageman Memorial Scholarship - [Click here to apply]
The Beverly Mae Baish Hageman Memorial Scholarship is for members of FarmHouse Fraternity with a strong preference for those studying Crop science, entomology and other agricultural fields. The scholarship was established as a named endowment through the FarmHouse Foundation in February 2012 for the Ohio State Chapter. Recipients shall live in the chapter house if space is available, shall have a grade point average of 2.5 or better, and shall maintain satisfactory behavior. Recipients will be selected on the basis of academic achievement, exemplary integrity, ethics, initiative and industry conducive to ongoing leadership, career potential and service to others. In the event two (2) or more of the scholarship candidates are considered to be of equal merit, preference shall be given to the candidate demonstrating the most need. Students wishing to apply for this scholarship must first complete the on-line scholarship application for the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences.
Robert (Bob) J. and Joan L. McCoy Memorial Scholarship - [Click here to apply]
The purpose of the Robert (Bob) J. and Joan L. McCoy Scholarship Endowment Fund is to provide academic scholarships annually to recognize and reward outstanding student members of the Ohio State chapter. Preference is given to active members who are juniors and display strong campus and community involvement. The endowment was established in 2016 by FarmHouse alumni, family members and friends of Bob and Joan. Bob joined the Townshend Chapter of Alpha Zeta Fraternity in 1950 and earned an undergraduate degree in 1953 and a masters degree in 1957. Following graduation, Bob began a 37-year career with Proctor & Gamble. Both Bob and Joan provided many years of support to the Ohio State chapter in time, talent and treasure.
Douglas Tenney Scholarship - [Click here to apply]
The Douglas Tenney Scholarship was established in 2017 by alumnus Doug Tenney of Lancaster, Ohio. Intended for undergraduates majoring in agricultural business and applied economics, the limitted fund will offer one $500 scholarship each year for 5 years.
Patrick Nolan Leadership Scholarship - [Click here to apply]
The Patrick Nolan Leadership Scholarship was established in [YYYY] by alumnus Patrick Nolan of Wakeman, Ohio. This scholarship recognizes outstanding leadership by past student officers, with priority is given to FarmHouse fraternity past officers. The limited fund will offer [#] [$____] scholarship each year for [#] years.
John J. Torres Chapter Officer Scholarship - [Click here to apply]
The John J. Torres Chapter Officer Scholarship Endowment Fund was established in 2018. Recipients must be initiated members of FarmHouse, enrolled at OSU, live in the chapter house if space is available, maintain satisfactory behavior, have a GPA of 3.0, currently service as an officer and member of the chapter's executive committee, and display evidence of community and campus involvement. Recipients will be selected on the basis of academic achievement, Financial need, exemplary integrity, ethics, initiative and industry conducive to ongoing leadership. The Scholarship may be renewable, but must be reapplied for each year and not normally renewable for more than three successive years. individual can't receive this and the Patrick Nolan Leadership Scholarship within the same year. One $300 scholarship will be awarded annually.