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William P. Burke, Jr. Scholarship
The William P. Burke Endowed Scholarship Fund will empower emerging entrepreneurs in their academic and startup pursuits. Join us by becoming a “Friend of Bill” in creating a lasting legacy by contributing to this fund.The Scholarship Fund will support current undergraduate students majoring in the Perdue School of Business at Salisbury University.
Eligibility criteria:
▪ Participation in the annual Student Entrepreneurship Competition
▪ Residency in Worcester, Somerset, Dorchester, Wicomico or Sussex Counties
▪ Maintaining a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher
▪ Demonstrating a commitment to entrepreneurship
Bill Burke, an Information Systems professor in the Perdue School of Business, has significantly impacted the school and local entrepreneurs. He expanded the student business competition program, initiated the Shore Hatchery competition, and established the Dave & Patsy Rommel Center for Entrepreneurship in downtown Salisbury. Bill embodies the entrepreneurial spirit of perseverance, creative problem-solving, and a can-do attitude.
Become a "Friend of Bill" and make your gift today!
Women in Business
The Women in Business (WIB) Club at Salisbury University empowers students through networking, mentorship, and personal and professional development opportunities. Our mission is to create a collaborative space where women in business can thrive and reach their full potential.
This November, we are hosting a special Women in Business dinner to recognize active members and strengthen connections within the group. The dinner, planned for about 25 students in the Worcester Room, will include a shared meal and a guest speaker addressing topics relevant to women business students.
Your support will help cover the cost of the dinner and ensure we can celebrate our founders while encouraging the next generation of women in business leaders.
Our goal is $1,000 and your gift, of any amount, will make a meaningful difference.
Women in Leadership
Women In Leadership is an organization that empowers students of color to reach their full leadership potential while pursuing higher education. Along with being part of the University System of Maryland Women's Forum (USMWF). This organization provides a foundation network of women of color in leadership roles. An expressing the values of diversity of women in our organization.
Women's Basketball Locker Naming
Help Salisbury Women's Basketball continue to enhance the program with facility and equipment needs by naming a locker in their newly renovated Maggs Arena locker room. Thanks to a generous donor, updates to the locker room are complete, but we need your help to keep the space fresh and equipment top-notch. Locker room upgrades are not only a great recruiting tool, but keep our current players happy and motivated, giving them a space they can call their own. Put your name on one of the brand-new wooden lockers, show your Sea Gull Pride and help meet critical needs to program growth.
All donations to this fund will be used for team needs to update, enhance and expand the offerings to our program.
Thank you for helping our Sea Gulls Fly Higher!
Women’s Basketball
Salisbury Women’s Basketball has enjoyed a notable season, highlighted by strong performances in conference play and thrilling victories, including an overtime road win against a nationally ranked opponent.
The team’s success reflects its commitment to excellence on the court and in the classroom, where Sea Gull student‑athletes continue to be recognized for their academic achievements. Giving Day support helps with travel expenses, recruiting, team gear, strength and conditioning resources, and academic support services, all of which contribute directly to the student‑athlete experience and the program’s upward trajectory.
Women’s Rugby
Salisbury University Women's Rugby is raising funds to cover essential needs such as new team uniforms, travel costs for away games, medical/athletic tapes, and game day hydration and snacks. Your gift will support keeping us healthy and well-prepared for every match. Our goal is $1,500 and your gift can help us get there.
Please consider making a gift today to support SU Women's Rugby!