Danford, Sr., and Reece Graham Dial Family International Scholarship

The Donors wish to honor the memory of their parents/grandparents, Mr. Danford Dial, Sr., and Mrs. Reece Graham Dial, who were dedicated to their family, to education, and to the community. Mr. and Mrs. Dial believed strongly in the value of an education, so much that Mr. Dial led the drive to save UNCP’s historic landmark Old Main building from destruction. Through this scholarship, the Dial children and grandchildren wish to provide the opportunity or an education to students from around the world. The recipient will be an international student, failing a qualified international candidate, consideration will be given to Native American students from Robeson County, North Carolina. Criteria for award include: consideration of financial need and scholastic achievement, minimum University GPA is required, part-time or full-time, undergraduate or graduate. It is preferred but not required that the recipient be a freshman with renewal of the scholarship each year provided all criteria are met. There is no required field of study with this scholarship. One award, not to exceed $500.00, will be made half in the fall and half in the spring. The number and amount of awards will increase incrementally with the endowment. The Donors may recommend or refer candidates from time to time but will not be involved in the selection process or decision.