A graduate o Wellsburg High School, Wellsburg WV, and Dr. David G Edwards attended West Liberty State College, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology. After marrying Linda Forbes, a WLSC dental hygiene graduate, they moved to Morgantown, WV where he earned a Master of Arts degree in biology and later a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from West Virginia University. The Edwards’ moved back to Wellsburg to begin their dental practice and have called Wellsburg their home since leaving Morgantown.
Both of the Edwards are active members of their community and their professions. Dr. Edward is active in his profession on a local, state and national level. Locally, he has held many positions of leadership in the Wheeling District Dental Society. On a state level he served for many years on the West Virginia Dental Association executive council before being appointed by two state governors to serve two five year terms on the West Virginia Board of Dental Examiners as a member and was elected to be its president for three years. He is very active on a national level serving as a member of several committees and an examiner for the Commission on Dental Competency Assessments and the Southern Regional Testing Agency; both are examining agencies for dental licensure of future dentists and dental hygienists.
Dr. Edward is very active with the dental school at West Virginia University, serving on several committees as well as being a guest lecturer and former clinical instructor. Although Dr. Edwards considers West Virginia “his school” he is quick to point out that none of his life accomplishments would have been possible without the education he received from West Liberty State College, now known as West Liberty University.
The financial burden facing students upon graduation makes it nearly impossible for many graduates to realize the bright future they had envisioned for themselves when entering college. Student debt is becoming nearly unmanageable for most and creates an environment after graduation that financially shadows students for years. The Edwards’ fully understand this situation and the need for helping students financially. It is for this reason that this scholarship has been established.
Requirements
The amount and number of scholarships shall be based on available income from the endowment but not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) per recipient.
- Must be a biology major carrying a 3.0 GPA or higher grade point average.
- Must have a goal of entering first , the dental profession or second, medical profession
- Preferential attention shall be given to Brooke County graduate but always to a West Virginia resident who is an American Citizen
- If there is no student meeting these criteria, the scholarship the scholarship shall be held until the following year
If you are a prospective or current student interested in applying for this scholarship, please contact the Dean of College of Sciences at 304-336-8070.