Stafford Scholars

About Our Program

Stafford Scholars are full-time students at SWOSU who are guaranteed a part time job plus scholarship money that increases each year that they are in school.

Our Stafford Scholars are the backbone of our success, therefore they are interviewed extensively and hand-picked by our museum staff. We choose those who show an interest in people, an interest in learning, and those who are able to receive instruction well. We have a lot of moving parts that keep things running smoothly and that requires teamwork from everyone. To be a Stafford Scholar means to be a part of something much bigger than yourself and only a few are up to the challenge. You just might be one of them!

Stafford Scholars receive scholarship money each year and are guaranteed a part-time job. If this interests you, fill out the High School Senior Stafford Scholarship Form if you are in High School, or the SWOSU student Stafford Scholarship Form if you are currently a SWOSU student.

2025 Scholars

Our Scholars

Example Scholar

Major: Allied Health

Major: 2026

Example Scholar

Major: Engineering

Major: 2026

Testimonials

I enjoy working at the museum because my co-workers are very friendly, it’s a very nice, neat, and clean facility. The scholarship is a nice bonus for Stafford scholars! I've learned a lot about space history and how Thomas Stafford greatly impacted the world!

As an engineering student, I have the opportunity to create and maintain exhibits here at the museum. Working here has improved my skill set for my projected field as well as my problem solving skills. I enjoy learning about the artifacts that come into the museum for future exhibits.

Being a Stafford Scholar has allowed me to make make amazing friendships with many of my coworkers. This job also allows me to prioritize my education and future academic goals. By working in the Artifact Office, I am able to see and interact with an exclusive collection of history.