Department of Kinesiology
Scholarships
Four scholarships are available to Athletic Training students through Fresno State Sports Medicine.
The Dr. Thomas Thaxter Memorial Scholarship is given to an outstanding second year Athletic Training Student who exhibits the highest standards in academics, clinical proficiency, leadership, and dedication.
In honor of Dr. Thomas Thaxter, Fresno State's first orthopedic team physician. Presented
by Mrs. Anne Thaxter and Dr. Steven Thaxter.
Eligibility Requirements:
1. Second year Athletic Training Student with the intent to pursue graduate studies
that will lead to a professional career in Athletic Training
2. Applicants must demonstrate commitment to excellence both academically and clinically.
NOTE: The degree of the student's athletic training education achievement shall be
weighed at least equally with the degree of their athletic training performance.
3. Applicants must have an overall GPA of 3.2 (based on a maximum of 4.0).
2012 Recipient – Shannon Murphy
2011 Recipient – Kevin Bergman
2010 Recipients – Chiho Bunden, Joe Aliotti, Caitlyn Elliott
2009 Recipient – Sarah Ibanez
2008 Recipient – Krista Bayers
2007 Recipient – Reshmi Bahadur
2006 Recipient – Amber Giacamazzi
2005 Recipient – Deborah Flores
2004 Recipient – Terra Castro-Conde
2003 Recipient – Shauna Horton
2002 Recipients – Matt Borak, Brian Dallas, Akemi Katitani
2000 Recipient – Jason McCamey
1999 Recipients – Jennifer Machado, Randy Hicks
1998 Recipients – Christine LoBue, Lance Gault
1996 Recipient – Jason Durocher
The Dr. Bill Kennedy and Friends Memorial Scholarship is given to a first year Athletic Training Student who exemplifies compassion and teamwork in addition to having a significant financial need to continue their education. This scholarship provides full in-state tuition for their second year.
In honor of Dr. William Kennedy, long time Fresno State team physician. Presented by the Mrs. Carole Kennedy and the Kennedy Family.
Eligibility Requirements:
1. First year Athletic Training Student who exemplifies compassion and teamwork.
2. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, e.g., eligibility for federal funding
or financial aid.
3. Applicants must be in good academic standing with the university and Athletic Training
Program (based on the criteria for the AT curriculum and University).
4. Applicants must be in good clinical standing (based on clinical evaluations).
2012 Recipient – Ashley Pollard
2011 Recipient – Devery Ortiz
2010 Recipient – Janet Lin
2009 Recipient – Miguel Piedra
2008 Recipient – Ashley Wills
The Dr. Birger Johnson Memorial Scholarship is given to a first year Athletic Training Student who demonstrates a passion for learning and strives to deliver the finest care with compassion.
In honor of Dr. Birger Johnson, Fresno State’s first athletic trainer. Presented by
the Crosby Family.
Eligibility Requirements:
1. First year Athletic Training Student who demonstrates a passion for learning, works
towards excellence both clinically and in the classroom and strives to deliver the
finest care with compassion.
2. Applicants must be in good academic standing with the university and Athletic Training
Program (based on the criteria for the AT curriculum and University).
3. Applicants must be in good clinical standing (based on clinical evaluations).
The Paul Schechter Excellence Award is given to a first or second year student who works hard at learning the "art" of athletic training and does so in a manner that honors Paul Schechter and the example he has set for so many in the field of Sports Medicine.
In honor of Paul Schechter, Fresno State's long time Head Athletic Trainer from 1973-2002. Presented by the Crosby Family.
Eligibility Requirements:
1. Open to a first year or second year Athletic Training Student who demonstrates
compassion and a commitment to leadership through his/her service to others. This
athletic training student is one who works hard at learning the "art" of athletic
training and does so in a manner that honors Paul Schechter and the example he has
set for so many in the field of Sports Medicine.
2. Applicants must be in good academic standing with the university and Athletic Training
Program (based on the criteria for the AT curriculum and University).
3. Applicants must be in good clinical standing (based on clinical evaluations).
Scholarship Award Process
Scholarships are coordinated by Fresno State Sports Medicine. Nominations are sought annually by peers, sports medicine staff, and program faculty each spring. Nominated individuals are invited to complete an application including an essay and interview. Final determination of the scholarship is done by a committee including representatives from Fresno State Sports Medicine staff and the scholarship sponsor. Funds are dispersed through university financial aid. Scholarships are not guaranteed to be awarded each year.