Janet Ruck '59 Memorial Scholarship

Janet E. Ruck was born in Elba, NY on 4/18/1939. As a high school student, she received the First Elba Student Association Scholarship and upon graduation from Elba Central School in 1956, at the age of 17, she attended SUNY Brockport. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree of Science in 1959, graduating magna cum laude.

Janet began her teaching career at age 20 at a Native American reservation in Flagstaff, Arizona and she became certified in K-12 studies/general science in 1963. She then decided to obtain a master’s degree from SUNY Brockport, graduating with honors in Science Education in 1964. Ultimately, she received her permanent certification in school administration and supervision 1977.

Janet taught science for more than 30 years and credited SUNY Brockport with preparing her for her long career in education. Sadly, Janet passed away in August of 2023. Her name will always be connected to her alma mater through this generous scholarship.

Eligible students must

1. Be enrolled in any adolescence education program leading to initial teacher certification or for professional certification in the life sciences
2. Demonstrate academic excellence as with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and as judged by the selection committee.
3. Demonstrate a need for financial assistance as informed by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) minus any other awarded scholarships or grants and as judged by the selection committee.

This scholarship will be credited to the recipient’s bill in the form of a non-tuition educational expense grant. It must be used for educational expenses and may not be received as cash.