Woodson Family Scholarship Fund

The purpose of the Fund is to provide scholarship support for a student(s) in the School of Law (“School”). Preference shall be given to law students who meet one or more of the following criteria:


• Student who exhibits a dedication to racial equality;


• Student who demonstrates an interest in serving underrepresented minority or ethnic groups;


• Student who has overcome obstacles such as socioeconomic or educational disadvantage or other significant challenges; and/or

Hightower Family Scholarship Fund

The purpose of the Fund is to provide scholarship support for a student(s) in the School of Law (“School”) who is a Georgia resident. All other factors being equal, preference shall be given to law students who meet one or more of the following criteria listed by priority: 

• First preference for students with disabilities, as defined by the University of Georgia’s (“University”) Equal Opportunity Office or any successor office responsible for ensuring equal education opportunity

Judge Richard W. (Rick) Story Scholarship Fund

The purpose of the Fund is to provide scholarship support for a student(s) in the School of Law (“School”) who demonstrates civility, mentorship, modesty, thoughtfulness, kindness, dedication, and any other characteristics consistent with Judge Story’s special legacy. All other factors being equal, preference will be given to first-generation college graduates. Recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the School.

Judge Steve Goss Scholarship Fund

The purpose of the Fund is to honor Steve’s life, career, and impact by providing scholarship support to law students. Preference will be given to first-generation college graduates who are or have been residents of South Georgia, particularly the Albany area, Steve’s home. Recipients will be selected by a committee, consisting of at least three members, approved by the Dean of the School.

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