Wilhelmina B. Smith Scholarship Fund

Throughout history, there have always been great teachers who have had a profound impact on their students’ lives. Wilhelmina B. Smith was such a teacher, as witnessed by testimonials from some of her former students listed on this site.

That is why her family started the Wilhelmina B. Smith Scholarship Fund within the South Carolina State University Foundation. This Fund will provide Scholarships to deserving students aspiring to become Great Teachers like she was.

We are asking for your donations to fund these scholarships. You may donate online on this site or mail your donation to the address listed.

Thank you for your support.

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Wilhelmina B. Smith Scholarship Fund

About Wilhelmina

About Wilhelmina

Wilhelmina Bobo Smith was a 1965 graduate of South Carolina State University. She later earned her Master’s degree from Georgia State University.

After graduating from South Carolina State, Wilhelmina began her outstanding career as an educator, culminating in 37 years as a Social Studies teacher with the Atlanta Public School System.

During her tenure, she had a profound impact on thousands of students by motivating them to achieve their highest potential. In fact, many of her former students today credit her for their success in their professional careers.

To honor her legacy, a Scholarship Fund has been established within the SCSU Foundation. This Fund intends to award scholarships to deserving students aspiring to become Teachers.

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Testimonials

Mrs. Smith was a very dedicated educator. She truly cared about her students’ ability to understand the “why” and “how” of the lessons that she taught and
their ability to apply that knowledge to the current events that were occurring in the media. Mrs. Smith will truly be missed. She left an indelible impression on me and many other other students to follow. Heaven is now blessed with another angel.

Alane L. Sullivan

I was introduced to Mrs. Smith in the spring quarter of 1980. Her passion for History was clear and present. We often had discussions about modern policy and its roots in the past. Those thought provoking discussions encouraged listening to another point of view. In the spring of 1981, I attended CLOSEUP with her in Washington DC. Memories of her in that arena bring a smile to my face. It was clear that OUR teacher was engaged in the activities, not just
babysitting students. The inaugural AP History class was offered in the Fall of 1982. Mrs. Smith challenged us to exceed our personal goals. Experiences in her classroom bring about warm memories. My thoughts are with her family. May your memories act as a unique treasure going forward.

Benita L Daniel

Make checks payable to the Wilhelmina B. Smith Scholarship Fund and mail to:

SC State University
OFFICE OF INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT
PO BOX 7305
Orangeburg, SC 29117

Scholarship Fund