W.O. Crockett

Scholarship Fund

The Scholarship

The Scholarship is named after the late Professor Wilbert O. Crockett, an esteemed teacher, and administrator in the English Department at SJSU.

Prof. Crockett taught at SJSU for 29 years – from the late 1960s until his retirement in 1996.

Throughout his tenure, his focus never wavered away from students and their education.

He was especially committed to supporting the recruitment and development of Black students and the faculty required to teach them.

What Students Say

“Receiving the W. O. Crockett scholarship is not simply receiving financial assistance to advance my educational pursuits; it is a confirmation that my hard work and talent is respected. But at the heart of it all, it is a reminder that my potential has been seen and is being encouraged.”

Leah Tyus
Fall 2021 Recipient

“Receiving the W.O Crockett Scholarship gave me the financial safety net needed to complete my degree. In the same manner, this scholarship has reinforced the idea that anyone who is willing to put in the work can reach their goals.”

Lance Wyndon
Fall 2017 Recipient

“As someone aspiring to teach African American literature, I’m humbled by receiving this award. Please continue to do the work that you are doing to award these scholarships because it is greatly appreciated.”

Michael Pfirrmann
Fall 2019 Recipient

“I am truly honored to receive this scholarship. I’m so thankful to the [donors] for recognizing my work and giving me this award.”

Melikah Hayes
Fall 2020 Recipient