Scholarships

Mary A. Daniels Scholarship 

The Dr. Mary A. Daniels Scholarship provides financial support to undergraduate, graduate and professional students who exhibit outstanding academic accomplishment and a commitment to campus leadership. Each year, up to two awards of up to $2,500 will be granted to undergraduate, graduate or professional students who demonstrate leadership and academic excellence.

Daniels is a former assistant vice president for Student Life and was a Rec Sports staff member early in her career. Her name remains visible on campus through the Mary A. Daniels Student Wellness Suite, home of the Student Wellness Center, and through her ongoing support of students via scholarship opportunities. Her impact in the field of sport and recreation is known nationwide, and she has been influential in shaping the profession as we know it today.

Applications are open December 1 - March 1

Dave Griner Endowed Scholarship / Tim and Jayn Corral Endowed Scholarship

The Dave Griner Endowed Scholarship and the Tim and Jayn Corral Endowed Scholarship are awarded to one or more students each year who have been employed by Rec Sports for at least one semester and who demonstrate leadership, professional development and service. The award amount is typically around $1,000.

The Dave Griner Endowed Scholarship is named in honor of the former Rec Sports employee who worked from 1966 to 1995. Griner encouraged student employees to take part in meaningful, leadership-building experiences.

Tim and Jayn Corral were avid participants in recreational sports, with Tim serving as an undergraduate employee, graduate administrative associate and full-time professional staff member. Together, they created the Tim and Jayn Corral Endowed Scholarship Fund to support student employees with their educational expenses.

Applications are open December 1 - March 1

Virgil Goodwine Scholarship

Virgil Goodwine was the longtime coach of the Judo Club and passed away in 2017. He was instrumental in shaping the minds of students on campus, and his character reflected leadership, integrity and dedication. Goodwine was part of the Sport Club program for more than 40 years, and he consistently emphasized the importance of academic success. In his honor, a $500 scholarship is awarded each year to a sport club participant who demonstrates leadership, academic achievement, integrity and dedication.

Applications are open August 1 - mid October

Sloan Schnell Memorial Scholarship

The Sloan Schnell Scholarship awards two students from the Western Equestrian Club who demonstrate hard work and commitment to the club and to The Ohio State University. Even in her most challenging moments, Sloan Schnell was an encourager.

She made cards for the women in treatment with her and left positive notes on the kitchen counter wishing her younger sister, Emma, good luck at tennis or cheering on her brother, Spencer, before lacrosse games. Even on the darkest days, when she was navigating anorexia, she wanted everyone else to have a good day.

Jeff Daulton Memorial Scholarship

The Jeff Daulton Memorial Scholarship provides financial support to members of the Waterski Team at The Ohio State University. Each year, one or more scholarships are awarded to students who attend the Columbus campus, are active members of the Ohio State Waterski Team and hold membership in the American Waterski Association.

Gavin H. Gill Memorial Rugby Scholarship

The Gavin H. Gill Rugby Scholarship honors the memory of Gavin Hayden Gill (BS ’21) and his lasting impact on The Ohio State University Men’s Rugby Club. Gavin left a strong impression on teammates and friends, who remain grateful for his leadership, friendship and spirit.

This scholarship is awarded to a member of the Men’s Rugby Club who demonstrates commitment to the club’s goals and values, including hard work, community, “electricity” and leadership.

Status: Not currently awarded