Future Educators: The Story behind Brunson-Chapman Family Scholarship

Austin Peay State University (APSU) has recently received a generous donation from John Chapman, contributing to the creation of the Brunson-Chapman Family Memorial Scholarship Endowment. This dedicated fund is designed to assist students pursuing degrees in elementary education, all while commemorating the legacy of Chapman's parents, Mary Lena Brunson-Chapman and Alfred T. Chapman, who devoted their lives to education and community service.Applicants for this scholarship must be enrolled full-time in the Eriksson College of Education with an emphasis on elementary education, maintain a minimum GPA of 2.75, and demonstrate financial need. Preference will be given to graduates from Montgomery Central High School who reside in Montgomery County, Tennessee. Both undergraduate and graduate students are invited to apply, with opportunities for reapplication each year.John Chapman remarked, “My parents held a deep belief in the power of education and community service. This scholarship not only honors their memory but also aids students eager to forge a meaningful impact within their communities.”Kris Phillips, APSU's vice president for Alumni, Engagement, and Philanthropy, endorsed the endowment as a testament to Chapman's dedication and its promise to cultivate future educators.