Pattie & Luther Locklear and Pearlie M. & Hardywell Locklear Scholarship

Mr. and Mrs. Locklear wish to utilize this commitment to UNCP as a symbol of their appreciation of the university and its impact in their lives and the community it serves. Mrs. Locklear retired as a teacher after 30 years of service and is extremely passionate about education and the arts. Although their lives have been consumed by education, business and community improvement, they have their share of adventurous pursuits and special interests.
The recipient will be a student in the nursing program, an elementary education major, or a music education major and a member of a state or federally recognized tribe. The recipient must maintain a minimum 2.7 GPA. The student must be a current resident of Robeson County and have attended and graduated from high school at Purnell Swett High School (first preference) or a high school in Robeson County (second preference) for 9th through 12th grades. Financial need should be considered. The award is renewable.