Carlton D. Stevenson was a member of the Rocky Mount Senior High School Marching and Jazz Bands during the years of 1971-1975. He became interested in playing the trumpet before entering high school. During his high school years he was given the opportunity to demonstrate his musical talents by playing the trumpet.

 

Mr. Stevenson’s musical talents and national pride lead him into joining the Winston Salem State University Marching Band and Army ROTC Program his freshmen year of College. At Winston Salem State University he marched and played with “The Marching Rams” for four years. He graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Psychology and served as 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Army. He served his country for 22 years, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel.

 

This scholarship, is made available from proceeds of The Annual Carlton D. Stevenson Golf Tournament. This tournament was created to celebrate his love of golf, family, friends, and the love of his community. Although the Military took him all across the country, no place was more important to him than his home town, Rocky Mount, North Carolina, or as he affectionately called home “the Mount”. It is with great pride and affection that this scholarship is awarded to a Rocky Mount High School Band graduating senior