Arthur R. & Pinkie Giesen Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Information

This scholarship was established by Arthur and Pinkie Giesen and their friends in honor of Mrs. Giesen. Mr. Giesen originally named the scholarship for his wife, but upon his death, the scholarship was renamed to include him. The scholarship provides assistance to deserving students, preferably those who are residents of the New River Valley.

Scholarship Criteria

• Must be a full-time student.
• Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Must demonstrate leadership qualities.
• Must not be, nor ever have been, on disciplinary probation or suspension from any academic institution of higher education.
• FAFSA required.

Scholarship Preferences

• Priority consideration given to a student from the City of Radford, the New River Valley, or the Commonwealth of Virginia at large.
• Priority consideration given for demonstrated financial need.