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Therese Ingelaere Murray Memorial Scholarship

Funded by
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Jack Murray
$2,000
1 winner$2,000
In Review
Application Deadline
Apr 1, 2026
Winners Announced
May 1, 2026
Education Level
Graduate
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Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
Graduate student
State:
North Carolina
Field of Study:
Teaching
Education Level:
State:
Field of Study:
Graduate student
North Carolina
Teaching

Therese Ingelaere Murray was a beloved wife who worked as a passionate teacher for over forty years. 

Therese had a mission to instill a love for learning in her students, understanding the lifelong impact that education can have in a young person’s life. Teachers like Therese play formative roles in inspiring the next generation to pursue their educational goals and seek out knowledge wherever possible.

This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Therese Ingelaere Murray by supporting students who share her love for teaching.

Any aspiring teacher who is a graduate student in North Carolina currently studying education may apply for this scholarship, but only if they plan to work as a teacher. They must have the passion needed to succeed and thrive in the teaching profession.

To apply, tell us about your passion for teaching, what experience you have, why teaching is important to you, and what you want to achieve.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Passion for teaching
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Published May 19, 2025
$2,000
1 winner$2,000
In Review
Application Deadline
Apr 1, 2026
Winners Announced
May 1, 2026
Education Level
Graduate
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Essay Topic

Tell us about your passion for teaching, including any past teaching experiences and why teaching is important for you. Additionally, tell us what you want to achieve for yourself and for your students.

400–600 words

Winners and Finalists

May 2025

Winners
Elizabeth Balazs
East Carolina University
Raleigh, NC
Finalists
Elizabeth Hackney
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Greensboro, NC
Claire Ettinger
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, NC
yvette peterson
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC
Christine Haber
University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Hamlet, NC
Alla Johnson
Chowan University
Whittier, NC
Emily Singleton
Eastern Illinois University
Newland, NC

Winning Application

Elizabeth Balazs
East Carolina UniversityRaleigh, NC

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When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Apr 1, 2026. Winners will be announced on May 1, 2026.

How will scholarship application information be used?

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What is the scholarship award?

Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.

When will the scholarship winner be chosen? How will they be notified?

The winner will be publicly announced on May 1, 2026. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.

How will the scholarship award be paid?

Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.

How will my scholarship application be verified?

Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.

How should I get in touch with questions?

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Does the scholarship have terms and conditions?

Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.

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