James R. Anderson Scholarship Recipient at SIUE Housing Announced

James R. Anderson Scholarship Recipient at SIUE Housing Announced

Kameron Myers has been selected as the recipient of the 2025-2026 James R. Anderson Housing Scholarship. Myers is a native of Downs, Ill. and is entering her fourth year Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Myers will be graduating with a degree in nursing in spring 2027. After graduation, Myers intends to work as a registered nurse, specializing in pediatrics or labor and delivery.

The James R. Anderson scholarship is awarded annually to an academically motivated student with a GPA of 3.0 or higher who has demonstrated civic leadership in community service and Housing activities. The James R. Anderson Housing Scholarship Award was created in memory of Anderson, a former associate director of University Housing at SIUE. Recipients are granted a $1000 per semester scholarship.

"Housing has played a huge role in shaping my college experience. I live in Cougar Village, where I also work as a desk manager," said Myers. "My living situation and job position has helped me develop strong communication and problem-solving skills. This scholarship will have such a meaningful impact on my academic journey by allowing me to focus on my studies, my job, and my involvement at SIUE without as much stress about expense. I am beyond grateful to have been selected for this scholarship."

PHOTO: Kameron Myers, the recipient of the 2025-2026 James R. Anderson Housing Scholarship