The Lisle M. Buckingham Endowed Scholarship Fund
This fund was established as an endowed scholarship in 1982 by Lisle M. Buckingham, prominent Akron attorney and community leader who served on the UA Board of Trustees. It is awarded to students of high academic achievement. Selection of recipients is determined by the University Scholarship Committee.

The Lisle M. Buckingham Resident Fellows
Funded by a gift to The University Honors Program from the GAR Foundation of Akron, the Buckingham Resident Fellow program brings to Akron prominent scholars, artists, scientists, executives, or authorities in order to enrich the intellectual life of the campus and of greater Akron.

The Buckingham Fellows Endowment was created to memorialize Lisle Buckingham, who died in April, 1992, at age 96. He practiced law for 72 years and was the senior partner of the firm of Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs. In addition to his legal career, Lisle Buckingham was a civic leader and champion of higher education. He served as trustee of more than a dozen organizations in the community, including the YMCA, the YWCA, the Akron Art Museum, the Akron Community Foundation, Stan Hywet Foundation, Akron General Medical Center, and the Akron Chamber of Commerce. He received numerous honors and awards, including the Polsky Humanitarian Award, the Sir Thomas More Award for personal integrity, professional excellence and community service and honorary doctorates from Wooster College, Baldwin-Wallace College, Cumberland College and The University of Akron School of Law. The University of Akron was one of Buckingham’s primary interests. For 25 years he was a trustee of The University of Akron Foundation, which he helped found. He was also a member of the College of Fine and Applied Arts Advancement Council. He established three scholarship funds at The University of Akron: The Mildred Heter Buckingham Scholarship for music students, the Ruth Heter Buckingham Scholarship, and the Lisle M. Buckingham Scholarship for undergraduates. In 1966, Buckingham drafter the charter of the GAR Foundation, and served as trustee of that philanthropic organization until his death.

The Lisle M. Buckingham Scholarships
The University Honors Program each year awards Lisle M. Buckingham Scholarships to entering first-year students of superior academic and personal promise. The Buckingham Scholarship provides sufficient funds for tuition and fees, room and board (or, on a needs basis, sufficient funds for reasonable living expenses), so that students can fully engage in scholarship and intellectual pursuits. The Buckingham Scholarship is renewable for four years, providing that the student remains in good standing with the University Honors Program and meets the special requirements of this award.

Recipients of the Buckingham Scholarship, selected by the University Honors Council according to appropriate competitive procedures, are designed as Buckingham Scholars. A Buckingham Scholar, as a member of the University Honors Program, may major in any of The University of Akron’s bachelor’s degree-granting academic departments or may plan an individualized major in the Natural Sciences, Social Sciences or the Humanities.

The Ruth Heter Buckingham Memorial Scholarship Fund
This fund was established in 1977 by Lisle M. Buckingham as a memorial tribute to Ruth Heter Buckingham. Income is awarded to full time undergraduate students who are deserving of such assistance as determined by the University Scholarship Committee.

The Leland Stanford Buckmaster Scholarship
This endowment fund was established by friends and relatives of the late Leland Stanford Buckmaster, a member of the Board of Directors of The University of Akron from 1957 to 1962. It is supported, in large measure, by contributions from the American Federation of Labor Congress of Industrial Organizations, of which he was vice president. It is also supported by many unions affiliated with the United Rubber Workers, of which he was international president. The income is used to assist worthy students selected by the University Scholarship Committee.

The H. Peter Burg Scholarship Fund
The H. Peter Burg Scholarship Fund was established in 2004 by family, friends, and business associates of Mr. Peter Burg. Mr. Burg was a distinguished alumnus of the University receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration in 1968 and a Master of Business Administration in 1970. He was dedicated to his family of wife, Eileen, daughter, Amy and sons, Bill and Bobby. Mr. Burg served FirstEnergy for years where his business acumen was recognized with his appointment as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer in 2002.

Mr. Burg also was an active community member assuming leadership roles with The Edison Electric Institute; Energy Insurance Mutual; Nuclear Electric Insurance Limited; Nuclear Energy Institute; Institute of Nuclear Power Operators; Ohio Business Roundtable; Akron Tomorrow; Cleveland Tomorrow; Ohio Foundation of Independent Colleges; Catholic Diocese of Cleveland Foundation; Musical Arts Association; Akron Children’s Hospital; United Way of Summit County and the Summit County Chapter of the American Red Cross.

The H. Peter Burg Scholarships will be awarded to University of Akron students from the Akron area. First preference for scholarship awards will be given to students pursuing a degree in business administration in the University’s College of Business Administration. First-year students entering the College of Business Administration must have a minimum grade point average of 3.2 from high school. Recipients must maintain an overall grade point average of 3.3 to renew the H. Peter Burg Scholarship Award.

The Selma R. Burns Scholarship
This scholarship fund was established in 1986 on an endowed basis through the generosity of Melvin J. Burns (Montana State University) and Selma R. Burns (University of Pittsburgh), formerly of Akron and now residents of Lillian, Alabama. Earnings are used to provide financial assistance for deserving undergraduates entering the sophomore year of study who have demonstrated above average scholarship ability and are in financial need. First preference shall be given to qualifying black students who are residents of Summit County with secondary choice being qualifying students from other minority groups in Summit County. Selection of the recipients is to be determined by the University Scholarship Committee in coordination with officials at the East Akron Community Center.

The Leonard E. Buser, Jr. and Chris M. Buser Scholarship Fund
This scholarship fund was established with a gift from Mrs. Margaret S. Marsh in honor of her grandsons, Leonard E. Buser, Jr. and his brother, Chris M. Buser. Despite battling muscular dystrophy, both Lenny and Chris Buser overcame great difficulties and earned their bachelor degrees at The University of Akron. Lenny graduated in 1983 with a degree in Mass Media Communication and Chris graduated in 1989 with a Business Administration/Finance degree. Lenny and Chris' extraordinary accomplishments and their personal determination to succeed is an inspiration to all those who have known them. Their graduation from The University of Akron was very important to Lenny and Chris, and Mrs. Marsh wishes to acknowledge their contributions to students with special needs through this scholarship and to offer financial assistance to other individuals who share the dream of a college education.

Canadian Friends of The University of Akron – The Elton A. and
Wilma Ann Coleman Endowed Scholarship
This endowed scholarship was established through a bequest from the estate of Mr. Elton A. Coleman ’51 and Mrs. Wilma Ann Coleman. Mr. Coleman graduated from The University of Akron with a bachelor’s degree in business administration and was a member of Phi Kappa Tau fraternity. The Coleman’s were transferred to Brantford, Ontario, Canada in 1962. There, Mr. Coleman continued to work for Abex Industries. Prior to moving, Mrs. Coleman was employed by Ohio Bell. Both Mr. and Mrs. Coleman were very active in their church and community.

This scholarship is intended to assist qualified Canadian students attending The University of Akron. To qualify for assistance, students must be either Canadian citizens by birth or naturalized Canadian citizens — both to have had at least ten (10) years uninterrupted residence in Canada prior to any application for funds. Grants may be used for tuition, fees and books, as well as room and board, all or in part. The Office of Student Financial Aid will identify candidates and select recipients for this scholarship. Annual reports detailing the scholarship fund and its recipients will be provided to those designated in Mr. Coleman’s estate plans.

The Pauline and Kathryn Carr Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Pauline and Kathryn Carr Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 1999 by a gift from Marilyn J. Carr ‘60. Her mother, Pauline, was a member of the class of 1919, while her sister, Kathryn, graduated with the class of 1943. The Pauline and Kathryn Carr Memorial Scholarship Fund will be awarded to a deserving student based on need in any degree program at The University of Akron. Integrity, hard work, community involvement and the ability to succeed in college are also important qualities to be considered.

The Central Hower High School Scholarships
Deserving graduates of Central Hower High School are recipients of these scholarships awarded from funds provided by alumni and friends of Central Hower High School.

The Hervey E. Chambers Scholarship
Annual earnings from the Hervey E. Chambers Scholarship are used to provide scholarship assistance to worthy and deserving persons attending The University of Akron. The recipients and scholarship amounts are determined by the University Scholarship Committee.

The George and Phyllis M. Chelovitz Scholarship
George Chelovitz graduated from The University of Akron in 1974. A first-generation college graduate, George attended college while employed full-time at Ohio Edison. Phyllis Chelovitz graduated from Heidelberg College and was employed by GenCorp, working in the area of pension plan investments. Phyllis and George moved to Arizona after retirement but have retained an avid interest in the University and its students.

Keenly aware that in an information society, education is the gateway to opportunity, George and Phyllis Chelovitz established the George and Phyllis M. Chelovitz Endowed Scholarship to benefit students who, due to socio-economic status, might not otherwise have the opportunity to attend The University of Akron. In doing so, Mr. and Mrs. Chelovitz hope to lessen some of the barriers to opportunity that students face.

The purpose of the George and Phyllis M. Chelovitz Endowed Scholarship is to provide for the full cost of tuition, books, and fees for students with financial needs. Selection of award recipients is to be made by the Office of Student Financial Aid.

The John R. and Margaret Wade Chenot Scholarship Fund
Established in 1986 by John Chenot and Margaret Wade Chenot, Class of 1932, this endowed fund provides scholarships for students with hearing impairments. In the event all funds are not dispersed for scholarships to hearing-impaired students, the remainder may be used annually to provide scholarship assistance for graduate audiology students in the School of Speech Language Pathology and Audiology.

The Stephen R. Chesrown Emergency Student Loan Program
The Stephen R. Chesrown Emergency Student Loan Program was established by the family and friends of Stephen R. Chesrown in his memory. The loan program is to assist students with financial needs in completing their college degree.

The Donato F. Cianciola Memorial Scholarship
The Donato F. Cianciola Memorial Scholarship was established by a gift from Mr. Cianciola to honor his Italian heritage. Mr. Cianciola deeply valued education and wished to assist students of Italian descent who are pursuing their college education. Born in 1931, Mr. Cianciola was born in America to Italian parents. Mr. Cianciola spoke only Italian until he began school. He graduated second in his class from North High School in June, 1947. His father, who owned and operated authentic Italian grocery stores, insisted that his son keep his promise to his mother who had passed away that he would attend college. Mr. Cianciola was given $300 to enroll at The University of Akron. He was surprised to discover that the cost was $48 for the semester. Mr. Cianciola graduated from The University of Akron in 1953 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Throughout his life and career, Mr. Cianciola believed that education was a significant factor of his success. His regard for education and his deep commitment to his ancestral heritage led him to create this scholarship. The Donato F. Cianciola Memorial Scholarship was established to assist a student of Italian descent. Nomination of award recipients will be made by the president of The Italian American Professional and Business Men’s Club and awarded by the Office of Student Financial Aid at The University of Akron.

The College Club of Akron Scholarship Fund
The College Club of Akron Scholarship Fund, established in 1922 and endowed in 1999, was created to assist area women in their pursuit of a baccalaureate degree from The University of Akron. Scholarship awards will be based on students’ scholastic achievement, financial need, character and leadership ability. The selection of the recipient shall be determined solely by the College Club’s Philanthropy Committee.

The Doris Stroman Corns Scholarship Fund
The Doris Stroman Corns Scholarship Fund was initiated in 2001 through a gift by Evan Corns in memory of his mother, Doris. Mrs. Corns was a 1930 graduate and a loyal benefactor of the University. She was a member of the John R. Buchtel Society and recognized for her support of the College of Nursing. Recipients are to reflect the values of loyalty, service, and good moral character. First preference will be given to members of Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority. The Scholarship Committee of The University of Akron will select the recipients.

The Richard W. Corns, Pi Kappa Epsilon ”Lone Star” Fraternity Scholarship
This scholarship was initiated in 1992 through a gift from Mrs. Richard W. (Doris) Corns in memory of her husband, Richard. Mr. Corns had been an enthusiastic member of the fraternity as a student and later during his professional career. Mr. Corns enjoyed great success in the corporate world, retiring as the vice chairman of the board of Roadway Express Inc. The University’s quality academic preparation and the fulfillment of fraternity life served as a solid platform for his career success. This scholarship is established to memorialize Mr. Corns as well as to provide assistance for student members of the “Lone Star” fraternity.

The Cramblette/Cunningham Scholarship
The Cramblette/Cunningham Scholarship was established by University of Akron alumnus Letitia (Tish) Cunningham, Class of 1939, in memory of her sister, Edith, ’36. The scholarship supports students with financial need enrolled in The University of Akron Honors Program.

It was due to her sister’s support and the National Youth Administration (NYA) job program that Tish Cunningham was able to enter college. During the Great Depression of the 1930s, their parents could afford to send only one daughter to college at a time. Consequently, Edith dropped out after her junior year, giving Tish the opportunity to enroll in The University of Akron. Married to Donn Cramblette in 1940, Edith raised a son and daughter and lived most of her life in Akron. She died in 1994.

At the University, Tish, a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma, spent most of her time where her heart was – working on The Buchtelite as a columnist, reporter and business manager. This activity led to her subsequent career in public relations. After college she worked at the Akron Chamber of Commerce, served overseas with the American Red Cross during World War II and was briefly at Akron’s famous department store, Polsky’s, before moving to New York City. There she was vice president and account executive of a public relations agency before retiring to California.

Just as Tish is deeply appreciative of the help she received in attending college, The University of Akron is fortunate to have her support. It is, indeed, an honor to establish a legacy in her name and that of Edith Cramblette.

The Don and Marjorie Damon Scholarship
Established in 1987 under the terms of the will of Marjorie Damon, this endowed scholarship provides assistance for students in liberal arts, science, or business. Recipients are selected by the University Scholarship Committee.

The Rose and Julius Darsky Scholarship
This endowed fund was established in honor of Rose and Julius Darsky by Dorothy and Samuel Cohen, Shirley and Stanford Lerner, Arlene and Bertram Lockshin, and Joyce and Robert Lockshin. The income is used annually for the purpose of providing scholarship assistance to any worthy person attending The University of Akron. Preference is given to those who are unable to be employed while attending college due to a physical handicap. Selection of the recipient is made by the University Scholarship Committee.

The Elizabeth C. Dellenberger Fund
This fund, established in 1996 by Elizabeth Dellenberger, was created to help the success of needy incoming freshman in the completion of a bachelor's degree at The University of Akron. This fund provides full-tuition, fees, books, and supplies for an Akron-area undergraduate enrolled full-time for four to five consecutive years. The fund is awarded by the University Scholarship Committee with endorsement of the Dellenberger Family.

The Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc./Lois Lee Killings Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1990 by the Akron Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. and presented at the 30th Chapter Anniversary celebration. The purpose of the scholarship is to honor Lois Lee Killings, a dedicated member and past chapter president, for her exemplary efforts in raising scholarship money for youth. The scholarship will be awarded to an African American student with an overall grade point average of 2.50 or better who has completed at least 32 credits and has demonstrated financial need. Selection of the recipient shall be determined by the Akron Alumnae Chapter Scholarship Committee of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. in conjunction with the Office of Student Financial Aid.

The Deme Family Scholarship Fund
Established by Katherine D. Oana (M.S. ‘56) in honor of her parents, William and Florence Deme, and sister, Mary D. Goodwin, in admiration of their values of education, industriousness and integrity. This fund awards scholarships annually.