JOHN & PAM BEALL: Beall Family Helping Students Get Out of the Rough

BY BRANDEN FERGUSON

The William W. Beall Golf Scholarship Endowment Fund was established to award students who are members of the University of Findlay intercollegiate golf team. The scholarship is named after William W. Beall, a 1943 graduate who played on the college golf team. His family, including his son John and John’s wife Pam, a UF alum, continue to offer scholarships to golfers, while also helping to change campus for all students.

John and Pam have funded the Beall Oilers Golf Center, supported the construction of the Center for Student Life and the College of Business, donated towards the Findlay Fund (University general fund), and fund the William W. Beall Golf Scholarship as well as the James and Jessica Moses Business Scholarship. “Giving to the University of Findlay allows me not only to give back to the University but also to invest in the community. As a terrific asset to the community, enhancing the experience available to students gives the University the opportunity to reach greater potential and accomplish multiple objectives on campus and off,” said Pam.

An Oiler herself, Pam has served as a UF Board of Trustees member since 2005, is a member of the Together We Will campaign task force and the campaign executive committee. She was awarded Distinguished Alumni in October 2015, and she and John were both honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award in February 2022.

The Bealls’ efforts on campus have not gone unnoticed for students like sophomore Erin Mulcahy. Erin and her twin sister both play on the women’s golf team and spend countless hours in the wonderful Beall Oilers Golf Center, made possible by John and Pam. Erin is also a recipient of the William W. Beall Golf Scholarship. “Their support means the world to everyone on the golf team, and for them to pick me, it’s something I’ll never forget.”

Erin was part of last year’s national championship team and said that it’s one of her favorite memories and something she’ll always remember. She says none of it would have been possible without people like John and Pam. “I’ve had the opportunity to interact with the Bealls and I can honestly say they are some of the nicest people you’ll ever meet. Knowing they support the golf program and students like me is amazing,” said Erin. “Good people support good things, and it’s a wonderful feeling being a part of it.”

John and Pam are proud supporters of the golf program, but equally as supportive of the students who attend the University. “We’ve always been amazed by the quality of students and athletes the University seems to produce. Great golfers, but even more amazing individuals!”

The Beall family plans to continue their support of the University of Findlay, and hope others realize the impact of donations. “When you initiate a donation, there’s no telling where it will take the students you are able to help, or the alumni that they will become. A small gesture can change lives, and you’ll never know just how much until you take that first step and donate,” they said.

The William W. Beall Golf Scholarship Endowment