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Lewis and Retta Miller Scholarship


Lewis B. and Retta Miller were the maternal grandparents of Dr. Ron Shaklee, who served as the YSU Honors Director from 2000-2015. The Millers raised eight children on their family farm outside of Enid, Oklahoma. He was a conscientious steward of the lands on the farms he owned and operated. All eight of the Miller's children earned college degrees. They led their lives as active members of the Methodist Church and contributed to its outreach activities. In the 1950s, Mr. Miller purchased the land that became Canyon Church Camp and donated the land to the church. During the Great Depression, Mr. Miller often helped his neighbors who faced foreclosure on their lands and the loss of their livelihoods. This record of service and stewardship of the land is the basis for awarding a YSU Honors Service Scholarship in Mr. and Mrs. Miller's name. An eligible student(s) for this scholarship must be enrolled in the Honors Program, attending YSU full-time and will be entering their sophomore year. Preference will be given to students who go above and beyond for their community by providing exemplary service work.

YSU Foundation Scholarship: Yes
FAFSA required: No
Scholarship Amount: Varies
Awards Available: At least two students
Deadline Date: May 10
Renewable: No

Contact Information: Honors College, 330-941-2772



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