Shelly Joseph-Kordell Scholarship Award

The Shelley Joseph-Kordell Award and Scholarship Ceremony pays tribute to Shelley's life and contributions to the senior community by drawing attention to aging-related issues.  The Award, established by Hennepin County, honor dedicated professionals and agencies who work to enhance the quality of life of seniors in our communities.  This year's Award winner is Twin Cities Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly, a non-profit, volunteer-based organization committed to relieving isolation and loneliness among the elderly.

To support those passionate and committed individuals entering this field, the Ceremony is also a fundraiser for the Shelley Joseph-Kordell Scholarship.  Proceeds from sponsorship of the Ceremony support new students enrolling in the School of Public Health or other graduate schools at the University of Minnesota who have  indicated a commitment to working directly to improve the lives of older people.  This year's Scholarship recipient is Kristine Talley.  Now pursuing her PhD in gerontological nursing, Ms. Talley plans to spend her career teaching nurses how to advocate for their older clients in both health care and political arenas, and developing interventions to promote independent living.

Shelley Joseph-Kordell was a pioneer in geriatric care management.  More than 20 years ago she founded "Estates in Transition/Rent a Daughter," making professional advocacy for seniors her passion.

The Center on Aging takes great pride in perpetuating the life and contributions of Shelley Joseph-Kordell. For additional information, contact Center on Aging Director Robert Kane at 612-624-1185 or visit the Shelley Joseph-Kordell website.

Contributions for the scholarship can be sent to:
          University of Minnesota Foundation
          CM 3854
          PO Box 70870
          Saint Paul, MN 55170-3854

Please make checks out to the Shelley Joseph-Kordell Memorial Scholarship Fund.   Click here to make your donation using a credit card.

The University has established the President’s Scholarship Match program, which will match dollar for dollar the payout of the scholarship. For more information about the Match program, please click here

Fesler-Lampert Chair in Aging Studies