THE BLYLER AWARD FOR MUSICAL EXCELLENCE

This scholarship was established by Dr. Dorothy Blyler in memory of her parents. Dr. Blyler was a professor in the School of Music from 1949-1967. The recipient must have at least a 2.5 GPA (3.0 in music), have completed 2 years in the School of Music, and display a professional attitude toward music as evidenced by participation in performance groups and service to the School of Music. Amount varies.

THE LAURA BEU MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP

This account became known to the WIU Foundation in 1982 when Dr. Frank Beu, President Emeritus of WIU, gave his last will and testament that would provide funding to WIU for the creation of 3 funds. Dr. Beu was a Professor of Education and President of WIU from 1942- 1957. The recipient must have at least a 3.0 GPA and have completed 1 year in the School of Music. Amount varies.

THE BESSIE MYERS MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP

This fund was established in 1990 by Ms. Bessie Myers through a bequest. Ms. Myers was a faculty member in the Department of English from 1929-2938. She had a love for the arts and music and was an extensive traveler and supporter of the WIU international programs. Recipient(s) must demonstrate significant musical talent and be a music major. Financial need is considered. Amount varies.

THE RUBY MILLER RAGLIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP IN MUSIC

The Ruby Miller Raglin Memorial Scholarship in Music was established in 1999 by the Orpha Raglin Welke Estate to provide scholarship assistance to outstanding students in music performance. Recipient(s) must be a music major, participate in ensembles, and demonstrate potential to become a professional musician. They must also demonstrate dependability, leadership, and service to the School of Music, and outstanding musicianship. Amount varies.

THE GRANT AND KATHRYN SHANKLIN SCHOLARSHIP

The Grant and Kathryn Shanklin Scholarship was established to honor Grant and Kathryn Shanklin, who were both active in the Macomb community through their lives. The recipient should demonstrate significant musical talent, be a second year music major, and earn at least a 3.0 GPA. Financial need may be considered. Amount varies.

GOLDEN LYRE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

The Illinois Federation of Music Clubs, as a member of the National Federation of of Music Clubs, voted at the State Board meeting to award a gift of $250 annually to WIU from the Golden Lyre Foundation. Recipient should be a music major who demonstrates outstanding musical talent.