Academic Scholarships
On behalf of the Scholarship Committee of the Reunion of the Ages (Lethia Yeary chairperson), we want to extend our gratitude and appreciation to all of those who have pledged or contributed with monetary donations to the Scholarship Fund.
Since 2003, we proudly continue our educational legacy through the five scholarship programs. Within 17 years Reunion of the Ages has awarded $61,650.00 to 134 recipients. Additional Award categories include Youth Leadership, WSCC, Oversees Basketball Camp, Project Grad, Relay for Life, Student Ambassador Program and the Sports Tech Basketball Camp. Donations to the Scholarship Fund can be sent to Reunion of the Ages, P.O. Box 1751, Morristown, TN 37816-1751.
James A. Nichols
The James A. Nichols Scholarship Fund has been awarded annually since 2003. It was named in honor of Mr. Nichols, a Black Educator in the Lakeway area for many years. He was very instrumental in motivating and encouraging many students in the importance of obtaining an education.
William “Sam” Braziel
The ROTA Scholarship honoring William "Sam" Braziel Scholarship Fund was established in 2015 by Mary Sue Davis and Tyrone Braziel honoring their brother. This scholarship was to be awarded to a student majoring in the field of athletics or education. A positive role model to the people of Morristown, Sam dedicated his life to loving and helping others.
Melissa McCray-Dukes
The Melissa McCray-Dukes Scholarship Fund was established in 2019. She played for the University of Tennessee Lady Vols under the coaching of Pat Head-Summit. She graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Political Science. Despite numerous honors and accolades, she is notable for courageous battle against breast cancer.
Francis “Mae West” Pressley
The Francis "Mae West" Pressley Scholarship was entrusted to the Reunion of the Ages in 2016 honoring a devoted supporter of the organization. The scholarship was established in loving memory by her devoted husband, William "Duck" Pressley and best friend, Cassandra "Sunshine" Davis. Mrs. Pressley went to Morristown College, where she attained her Associates of Arts Degree as well as being named Valedictorian of the Class of 1978 and to Who's Who in American Junior Colleges.
Alma H. Davis
The Alma Hitchcock Davis Endowment Fund was established in 2019. She was a devoted business-woman and community member, serving on numerous committees and organizations throughout the state. Alma was a class act who forever will be remembered for her contributions toward helping people.
Richard W. Turley
The Richard W. Turley Scholarship Fund was established in 2019 by his wife, Deloris Turley. In 1971, Mr. Turley was awarded the Wes Montgomery (famous Jazz musician) Scholarship. This scholarship enabled him to receive his Bachelor of Science in 1975 from the University of Indianapolis. Mr. Turley continued his education, received his Masters degree in 1987, and his CPA in Corporate Finances. Mr. Turley valued his scholarship and shared with youth that “receiving this scholarship provided him with a good start in life.”
Other Scholarships
Wallace Family Scholarship
Norman Fred Patterson Scholarship
Bill Isom, Sr., Scholarship
Samuel Richardson Memorial Fund
Scholarship Details
The Reunion of the Ages Scholarships are awarded annually. The amount of the James A. Nichols Scholarship is determined by the Reunion of the Ages Executive Board based on funds available and all others are according to the wishes of the donors. To be considered for a scholarship, the following is required of each applicant:
- A completed application form must be returned to the organization on or before the application deadline. Applications that are incomplete and received after the application deadline will not be considered.
- Applicant must have a GPA (grade point average) of a “B” (85-92) or above.
- Applicant must be a high school senior.
- Applicant must provide with this application a copy of high school transcript and diploma or a copy of high school transcript and GED, along with proof of acceptance to a university, college, or trade school.
- Applicant must provide information on community involvement.
- An essay (typed or printed) on why applicant is requesting financial assistance in pursuit of their educational goals must be included with the application.
- Applicant must be present in order to receive this scholarship or send a family representative on your behalf.
- Please do not send outdated applications.
2024 Scholarship Applications are now available. Deadline is June 15, 2024.
Completed application and supporting documents must be returned before the application deadline (the application deadline) to:
Reunion of the Ages
Attn: Lethia Yeary/Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 1751
Morristown, TN 37816-1751
For more information, applicants can contact Lethia Yeary at 423-327-3350 or at the address above if there is a conflict of deadlines with your school’s official graduation date.
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