Paul D. Sarvela Endowed Scholarship

This fund is being established to honor the memory of Interim Chancellor Paul D. Sarvela. The great grandson of Finnish immigrants, Dr. Sarvela earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology in 1981, a master’s degree in educational psychology in 1983, and a doctor of philosophy degree in health education in 1984, all from the University of Michigan.

Scholarship for a recipient who has demonstrated participation in community service and/or involvement with a music program in high school, college, or at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
Recipient must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.