The Dora Sapp Gordon Scholarship

The Dora Sapp Gordon Scholarship recognizes the lifelong commitment to education and love of alma mater shown by Mrs. Gordon ‘30. As a student at the University, teacher at North High School, instructor for the International Institute, and involved community leader, Mrs. Gordon has touched the lives of people in a meaningful way. Her appreciation of learning guided many young people beginning their lives, immigrants to the United States from throughout the world, and older people who sought to find fulfillment through learning.

The Dora Sapp Gordon Scholarship was established to provide assistance to students enrolled in the University’s Honors Program entering their final year of a baccalaureate degree. First preference is given to a student pursuing a teaching career. This award will be presented annually to a student and will be based primarily on academic achievement (a GPA of 3.50 or better in the major field). Need is to be considered in selecting recipients from those meeting the academic requirements. Reflecting Mrs. Gordon’s years of dedication to community service, an applicant’s volunteer activities will also be considered in the selection process. It is Mrs. Gordon’s desire to offer her support to individuals with a sound grasp of teaching principles, an appreciation of history and the arts, and a sensitivity to the needs of their fellow man. Individuals with these personal characteristics will provide students not merely with the tools to earn a living, but with a desire to improve the quality of their lives.