In the memory of an exemplary aviation educator, the Paul A. Whelan Scholarship was initiated by his family under the auspices of the University Aviation Association (UAA). The Paul A. Whelan Scholarship Fund supports men and women pursuing a future in aviation and/or space-related fields. The scholarship will provide opportunities to emerging aviation professionals to achieve their academic goals and contribute their talents to the aviation industry. Applicants must be enrolled at a University Aviation Association member institution in an aviation or space-related major. Community College, college, and university applicants encouraged. Applicants must have a 2.5 overall GPA and 3.0 GPA in Aviation Major coursework. Applicants must demonstrate a love of aviation. They must also demonstrate leadership and extracurricular involvement or community involvement. Preference will be given to applicants with FAA certification as a pilot or mechanic; former military service or current military service via active duty, the ROTC, the Air National Guard or Reserves while in school; and have membership in an aviation-related association or professional group such as the UAA. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.