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Charles and Mildred Nilon Endowed Teacher Education Scholarship

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Established in 2016, this scholarship honors two beloved members of the local community, Charles and Mildred Nilon. Professor Emeritus Charles Nilon (1916-1991) joined the English Department in 1956 as the first black professor at CU Boulder. Among many important contributions, he spearheaded the university's first Black Studies program that grew into the current Department of Ethnic Studies.

Award $5,000

Deadline 15 March 2027

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Which collegeCharles and Mildred Nilon Endowed Teacher Education Scholarship - University of Colorado Boulder - Scholarships
Who can applyEstablished in 2016, this scholarship honors two beloved members of the local community, Charles and Mildred Nilon. Professor Emeritus Charles Nilon (1916-1991) joined the English Department in 1956 as the first black professor at CU Boulder. Among many important contributions, he spearheaded the university's first Black Studies program that grew into the current Department of Ethnic Studies. Mildred Nilon became CU Boulder's first black librarian in 1962. She also served as head of the Reference Department and the Assistant Director for Public Services.
Who can applyEligible students must be enrolled in the School of Education, pursuing their teaching licensure and committed to advancing educational opportunities in under-resourced schools, especially those that serve African American communities.
Who can applyAnticipated Total Anticipated total amount over the full term of this award. $5,000.00
Who can applySchools, Colleges, Departments School of Education

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Official source: https://colorado.academicworks.com/opportunities/33711
Last checked by SCRN: 2026-10-11Verified null days ago
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Deadline: 15 March 2027
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Name: Charles and Mildred Nilon Endowed Teacher Education ScholarshipRead on 2026-10-11 from https://colorado.academicworks.com/opportunities/33711
Provider: ScholarshipsRead on 2026-10-11 from https://colorado.academicworks.com/opportunities/33711
What it provides: Established in 2016, this scholarship honors two beloved members of the local community, Charles and Mildred Nilon. Professor Emeritus Charles Nilon (1916-1991) joined the English Department in 1956 as the first black professor at CU Boulder. Among many important contributions, he spearheaded the university's first Black Studies program that grew into the current Department of Ethnic Studies. Mildred Nilon became CU Boulder's first black librarian in 1962. She also served as head of the Reference Department and the Assistant Director for Public Services. Eligible students must be enrolled in the School of Education, pursuing their teaching licensure and committed to advancing educational opportunities in under-resourced schools, especially those that serve African American communities.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://colorado.academicworks.com/opportunities/33711
Amount: Award $5,000Read on 2026-10-11 from https://colorado.academicworks.com/opportunities/33711
Deadline: Deadline 03/15/2027Read on 2026-10-11 from https://colorado.academicworks.com/opportunities/33711
Which college: Charles and Mildred Nilon Endowed Teacher Education Scholarship - University of Colorado Boulder - ScholarshipsRead on 2026-10-11 from https://colorado.academicworks.com/opportunities/33711
Who can apply: Established in 2016, this scholarship honors two beloved members of the local community, Charles and Mildred Nilon. Professor Emeritus Charles Nilon (1916-1991) joined the English Department in 1956 as the first black professor at CU Boulder. Among many important contributions, he spearheaded the university's first Black Studies program that grew into the current Department of Ethnic Studies. Mildred Nilon became CU Boulder's first black librarian in 1962. She also served as head of the Reference Department and the Assistant Director for Public Services.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://colorado.academicworks.com/opportunities/33711
Who can apply: Eligible students must be enrolled in the School of Education, pursuing their teaching licensure and committed to advancing educational opportunities in under-resourced schools, especially those that serve African American communities.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://colorado.academicworks.com/opportunities/33711
Who can apply: Anticipated Total Anticipated total amount over the full term of this award. $5,000.00Read on 2026-10-11 from https://colorado.academicworks.com/opportunities/33711
Who can apply: Schools, Colleges, Departments School of EducationRead on 2026-10-11 from https://colorado.academicworks.com/opportunities/33711

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