Patrick Joseph "Pat" Ware Memorial University Honors Program Scholarship

This scholarship was established in 2000 by alum Robert A. Ware in memory of his son, Patrick Joseph “Pat” Ware. Mr. Robert A. Ware graduated from Georgia Southern University in 1951 with a degree in Mathematics Education. While at Georgia Southern, Robert met his wife, Peggy, and they had a son, Patrick. Patrick was the second of eight children and was born on the Territory of Guam, Marianas Islands where his father was serving as a U.S. Naval Officer. In 1977, Pat graduated from Georgia Southern University with a B.S. in Education and in 1981 with a master’s in education with an emphasis in Counseling. Following graduation, Pat taught science courses at Swainsboro High School and later at Umatillo High School in Umatillo, Florida. His students admired and respected him as he sponsored a number of clubs and school activities. In 1977, he was recognized in an article entitled “Who is Your Favorite Teacher? Why?” Pat is remembered for his love of horticulture, particularly flowers and cacti. This scholarship is available to members of the University Honors Program. First preference shall go to male students majoring in Education.