Lorne Weems EOF Scholarship

The Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) Alumni Board set aside a portion of its fundraising proceeds to establish an endowed fund to benefit Ramapo College’s EOF students. The members of the Board decided to utilize the endowment for scholarships and recognize students who are active volunteers. Candidates must be committed to community service “that benefits society as a whole and/or the College community.”The Board renamed the award The Lorne Weems EOF Scholarship in 2014 following the sudden death of Mr. Weems, director of EOF. Mr. Weems, who worked at Ramapo for 18 years, was a tireless advocate for the students in the program. Under his leadership a number of new initiatives were started for EOF students and alumni, including the creation of an Alumni Advisory Board, a push to have more EOF students study abroad, a monthly newsletter and mentoring programs for students in business, the arts and social science. This scholarship will ensure that Mr. Weems’ memory will live on.
Funds may be used for study abroad costs.
Eligibility:
Students in the EOF program who have earned 32 or more credits
Commitment to community service and/or taking part in a study abroad experience
Good Academic Standing