Carroll Brunthaver Scholarship

The Peer Power Foundation administers the Carroll Brunthaver Scholarship for high school students in Memphis wishing to attend the University of Memphis.

Background

Carroll Grant Brunthaver Jr. (1932-2020) was an avid champion of education and relentless supporter of Peer Power. He earned his Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics from Ohio State University and had an distinguished career including:

• Research Economist at Cook Industries in Memphis
• Assistant Secretary of Agriculture for Domestic and Foreign Affairs under the Nixon Administration
• President of the Commodity Credit Corporation
• Chairman of the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation
• Co-founder and CEO of Sparks Commodities Research Firm (now Informa)
• Trader at McVean Trading and Investments in Memphis

His family and colleagues established this fund in his honor.

Selection Criteria

Peer Power considers three areas of measurement:

1. Academic Merit – Transcript (including course rigor and GPA) and standardized test scores, plus awards and accomplishments
2. Volunteer Impact – Work as an organizer and leader of school and/or community volunteer activities
3. Strong Personal Character – Demonstrated through recommendation letters and a 250-word essay

Eligibility Requirements

• Graduating high school senior from one of these Peer Power partner schools: Douglass High School, East High School, Hamilton High School, Kingsbury High School, Melrose High School, Ridgeway High School, or Whitehaven High School
• Admitted to and planning to attend the University of Memphis
• Demonstrate financial need via FAFSA or CSS Profile
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher as documented via official high school transcript
• Submit a 250-word essay

Application Process

1. Complete online application form
2. Submit required materials:
   • Resume
   • Unofficial high school transcript
   • 250-word essay

Essay Requirements

• Length: 250 words
• Purpose: Demonstrate strong personal character

Optional Support

Peer Power offers free virtual workshops:

• Resume Writing Workshop
• Essay Writing Workshop

Note: The website shows a deadline of July 18, 2022, which is in the past and appears to be outdated information.