Stacy Locklear, Sr. Endowed Scholarship

The Donors wish to honor the memory of Stacy Locklear, Sr. He taught for 35 years in Robeson County, spending most of that time as a secondary science teacher. He went on to become a guidance counselor, and then a principal, and always believed in the value of public education. Mr. Locklear earned his Bachelor’s Degree from what was then Pembroke State College in 1962, part of a family legacy of UNCP graduates. The family of Stacy Locklear, Sr. establishes this scholarship in his name to encourage students who are following his footsteps towards a career in public education. The recipients of this scholarship will be residents of Robeson County and maintain the Minimum University Standard GPA. This scholarship is open to full-time undergraduate students in their sophomore or junior year who are majoring in secondary education, with a preference for students studying science education. Financial need should be considered. The award is renewable to the same student should they continue to meet the requirements.