Sheila R. Worley Athletic Scholarship

The purpose of the Sheila R. Worley Athletic Scholarship is to provide a scholarship to benefit Northeastern Junior College students who have been involved in athletics and are continuing their education after graduating NJC. This scholarship is open to graduating sophomores, and the funds will be awarded to the student's transfer university the following year.

Sheila worked at Northeastern Junior College for many years. During her time at NJC, Sheila was the Intramural Director, an Instructor and a Coach.  She started the women's athletic programs on the competitive level in 1966 - volleyball, basketball and fast-pitch softball complimented by field hockey, indoor track and field, tennis and cross country. 

She served as the Athletic Director of both women's and men's sports programs from 1983 to 1996. She enjoyed recruiting young student athletes using the three A's - Attitude, Academics, and Athletic Ability in this order. She is proud to see NJC's programs grow and succeed.

To be considered for this scholarship you must be a student of good standing at NJC. This scholarship is open to any majors. Complete the application