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Dr. Benjamin C. Wilson, Jr.
Memorial Scholarship Endowment
For over thirty years, Dr. Benjamin C. Wilson, Jr. educated students about the “Black Experience,” and through his original teaching style, emphasized the importance of understanding history and the contributions of Black people on American culture. He was also amongst the original core faculty involved in developing Western Michigan University's Black Americana Studies program, which has evolved throughout the years into the Institute for Intercultural and Anthropological Studies.
After a two-year, seven-month, 9-day battle following a cardiac arrest and resultant anoxia to his brain, Dr. Wilson passed away on November 27, 2024. The Dr. Benjamin C. Wilson, Jr. Memorial Scholarship was created in remembrance of him, to honor his legacy and provide financial assistance to WMU students with interests in the history of Black America.
Join “The 100 Club”
Support the Dr. Benjamin C. Wilson, Jr. Memorial Scholarship by becoming a member of “The 100 Club”.
We’re building a legacy—and you can be part of it!
As we raise $30,000, individuals who contribute at least $100 will become members of “The 100 Club” and will receive a custom label pin featuring the scholarship logo and “The 100 Club” name.
To mail a donation, send a check made out to the "WMU Foundation" to:
WMU Foundation Gift Processing
1903 W Michigan Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5403
Write “Dr. Benjamin C. Wilson Jr. Memorial Scholarship” on the memo line.
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
Financial Sponsors:
In-Kind Sponsors:
Honorary Sponsors:
Designating Honorary Sponsors allows us to show our further appreciation to those who were intimately involved in the care of our Dad...we will be FOREVER GRATEFUL!!!
