Scholarships & Awards

Carson and Iris Varner International Experience Fund

This endowment honors Carson and Iris Varner who since 1975 worked to develop the unique interdisciplinary international business major. Through their efforts, and the continuing work of others, Illinois State University is considered the center of international business education in Illinois.

For a junior or senior College of Business major in good standing with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher and enrolled to participate in, currently abroad or have completed an international experience abroad sponsored by Illinois State University and the College of Business. Eligible students must have 30 semester hours completed at Illinois State University prior to participating in the international experience abroad.

Candidates must submit a written essay focused on their passion for travelling abroad and how the experience will or has provided benefits. Financial need may be considered and finalists may be required to participate in a formal interview with the Director of the International Business Institute.

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Outstanding Senior in International Business

For a senior majoring in International Business with a 3.3 GPA or higher and at least 90 hours completed, 30 of which must have been completed at Illinois State University. Students must show involvement in International Business activities and must expect to graduate by the end of the calendar year in which the award is made. Eligible students are identified each spring and are invited to apply for the award. The department awards committee reviews the applications and selects the recipient.

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Outstanding Junior in International Business

For a junior majoring in International Business with a 3.3 GPA or higher and 70-89 hours completed, 15 of which must have been completed at Illinois State University. Students must show substantial commitment and service to the College and University and must expect to be a student at Illinois State University for at least one year after award is made. Eligible students are identified each spring and are invited to apply for the award. The department awards committee reviews the applications and selects the recipient.

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Service Award for International Business

For a junior or senior majoring in International Business with a 3.3 GPA or higher and at least 60 hours completed, 15 of which must have been completed at Illinois State University. Students must show leadership in the International Business program, the International Business Association, and other international activities. Eligible students are identified each spring and are invited to apply for the award. The department awards committee reviews the applications and selects the recipient.

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