The Alex Schulman Scholarship Fund
This endowed fund was established by Ernest Kirtz, Bernard S. Schulman, and William C. Zekan in memory of the late Alex Schulman. The income is used to assist worthy students with preference given to blacks. The recipients are selected by the University Scholarship Committee.

The Alex Schulman Scholarships
The income from the Alex Schulman Endowment Fund is used to provide scholarships to worthy students, with matching amounts to be used for the University’s current operating expenses.

The Sherman O. and Mary E. Schumacher Scholarship Fund
Established in 1984 by Sherman O. and Mary E. Schumacher, Class of 1930, both of whom have maintained long standing loyalty to their alma mater, this endowed scholarship fund provides tuition support for deserving students who are enrolled in the University’s undergraduate Honors Program.

The Frances Schwebel Solomon Endowed Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Frances Schwebel Solomon Endowed Memorial Scholarship Fund was created through the generosity of Mrs. Frances Schwebel-Solomon, daughter of the late Mr. Joseph Schwebel, founder of Schwebel Baking Company. The Frances Schwebel Solomon Endowed Memorial Scholarship Fund will be made available to the employees of the Schwebel Baking Company, who have been employed for a minimum of two years, and members of their immediate families. The recipients of the scholarship may be enrolled in any College at The University of Akron. The scholarship will cover only the cost of the annual tuition. On March 1st of each year, the Schwebel Baking Company will forward all the scholarship application forms for the applicants who meet the scholarship requirements to The University of Akron. The University’s Office of Financial Aid and the respective Dean or Administrator of the selected program of study will determine the scholarship recipients. The Frances Schwebel Solomon Endowed Memorial Scholarship Fund will be made available regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, or gender.

The Gerald W. (’53) and Elizabeth A. (’52) Sebring Jr. Scholarship
The Gerald W. (’53) and Elizabeth A. (’52) Sebring Jr. Scholarship was established by Gerald and Elizabeth Sebring Jr. of Excelsior, Minnesota in memory of Gordon A. Hagerman. Mr. and Mrs. Sebring wish to honor Mr. Gordon Hagerman for the important role he played in their lives as students at The University of Akron. Mr. Hagerman was a former Dean of Men at The University of Akron and is credited by Mr. Sebring as having a substantial influence on obtaining his college degree. Mr. Hagerman passed away on September 1, 2001.

Mr. and Mrs. Sebring have designated The Gerald W. (’53) and Elizabeth A. (’52) Sebring Jr. Scholarship to support married students attending the University. Mr. and Mrs. Sebring were married during their undergraduate studies at the University giving them an understanding for the difficulties faced by these individuals. Scholarship awards will not be limited to a specific college. Student recipients must maintain a 2.5 overall grade point average to be eligible for the scholarship. Awards will be given yearly and selected out of the Office of Student Financial Aid.

Second National Bank Scholarship
Second National Bank and The University of Akron agree to establish a scholarship program to benefit students from Trumbull, Mahoning, Portage, Summit or Ashtabula counties who are attending The University of Akron. It is understood that Second National Bank will establish an annual scholarship in the amount of $2,500, which will be received by The University of Akron prior to December 31 of each year for distribution the following year. In consideration of this gift, The University of Akron will each year identify students from the “County List” attending The University of Akron who are to receive the Second National Bank Scholarship. The University of Akron will distribute scholarship funds using the eligibility requirements they establish.

The John F. Seiberling Scholarship for Conflict Resolution Studies
The friends and admirers of Congressman John F. Seiberling, a Member of Congress from 1971 through 1986, and a well-known advocate of world law established this scholarship.

A native of Akron and grandson of the founder of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company and Seiberling Rubber Company, John Seiberling's roots are deep in his community. After three years of distinguished military service overseas in World War II, he decided to become a lawyer and practiced law for five years in New York City, followed by seventeen years with Goodyear in Akron.

In 1970, John Seiberling was elected to Congress in Ohio's 14th Congressional District. He quickly established himself as one of the leaders in the fight to end U.S. involvement in Vietnam. In his second term he was elected Chairman of Members of Congress for Peace through Law, now known as the Arms Control and Foreign Policy Caucus. An active member of the House Judiciary Committee, he also became one of the environmental leaders in Congress.

In recognition of John F. Seiberling and his many contributions, including his devotion to world peace through law, this scholarship has been created to attract and encourage students to study peaceful ways of resolving conflicts.

Applications for this scholarship shall be made through the normal University process. Final selection of the recipient(s) shall be made by the Director of the Center for Conflict Management. In order to be eligible for this scholarship, an applicant shall have completed at least the first year of his/her undergraduate education. While priority is given to undergraduate students, graduate students and law students are also eligible. The principal requirement for receiving the scholarship is a substantial commitment to the study of the principals and techniques of conflict management and conflict resolution through the academic programs at The University of Akron. Factors which the committee will consider in judging whether the applicant is the person with the strongest record in this area include the following: 1. Any prior or current study or experience with conflict resolution (e.g., service as a peer counselor, service in a conflict resolution program, work as a mediator, arbitrator or conciliator, papers written, conferences attended, etc.); 2. Demonstrated commitment to the field of conflict management in one of the following ways: (a) As an undergraduate, one of the core courses and one of the basic background courses offered through the Center for Conflict Management; (b) Being a law student who, having completed the basic conflict management units which are integrated into the first-year curriculum, has also completed at least one advanced course in conflict resolution (e.g., mediation, negotiation, labor arbitration, etc.) or (c) For graduate students submitting an individual dossier documenting study substantially equal or more advanced than those for undergraduate students and law students.

The Senior Alumni Prize
This award is given to that senior student who has completed the regular undergraduate curriculum with the highest grade for the work taken, having carried a minimum load of 12 credits per semester.

The Thelma M. Sharp Endowed Scholarship
The Thelma M. Sharp Endowed Scholarship is funded by a generous bequest from Ms. Thelma Myrtle Sharp, who lived for many years in Florida. Later, she moved to Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, to live with her sister, Eva Hamilton. Ms. Sharp had many charitable interests and earmarked funds from her estate be used to provide assistance for students. Selection of award recipients is to be made by the Office of Student Financial Aid.

The Daniel and Therese Sheffer Fund for University College
The Daniel and Therese Sheffer Fund for University College was established in 2004 by Dr. and Mrs. Daniel Sheffer. The Sheffer Fund recognizes the Sheffer’s commitment to education and the desire to assist students entering The University of Akron through University College. Dr. Sheffer serves as Department Chair of Biomedical Engineering, Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering and Biology and the Director of Biostereometrics Laboratory for IBER. Mrs. Sheffer has served as a nurse and administrator at Akron General Hospital and at Massillon Doctors Hospital. The Sheffer Fund assists student in University College through scholarships and other programs as determined by the Dean of University College in consultation with Dr. and Mrs. Sheffer.

The Sigma Nu Fraternity Scholarship Fund
The purpose of the fund is to foster scholarship among the members of Sigma Nu Fraternity. The Fraternity was founded on the principles of integrity, honor, and academic achievement. The scholarship(s) will be awarded to full-time students who are members in good standing of Sigma Nu Fraternity. The recipients shall meet one or more of the following criteria to be eligible: achieve a 3.0 or better cumulative grade point average; stand as the fraternity member with the highest grade point average; stand as the scholarship candidate with the highest grade point average; stand as study partners with the highest grade point average.

Sigma of Theta Phi Alpha Scholarship Fund
The Sigma of Theta Phi Alpha Scholarship Fund was established in 1995 to offer scholarship(s) to female descendants of Theta Phi Alpha initiated members or to members of greek sororities at The University of Akron. The scholarship(s) are awarded to the following in order of importance: daughters or granddaughters of fully initiated members of Theta Phi Alpha sorority with a grade point average of 3.0 or above; undergraduate members in good standing of greek sororities at The University of Akron with a grade point average of 3.0 or above. The scholarship committee of The University of Akron awards the scholarship(s) annually.

The Thelma Litsinger Sisler Alpha Gamma Delta Scholarship
Established in 1997, this scholarship is intended to support undergraduate members of The University of Akron's chapter of Alpha Gamma Delta sorority, based on academic achievement and financial need. Harlin G. Sisler, Class of 1930, has made his assistance available in memory of his wife, Thelma Litsinger Sisler, Class of 1927. They were first introduced to each other on the steps of Buchtel Hall while both were within the Greek system: Mrs. Sisler with Alpha Gamma Delta and Mr. Sisler with Alpha Sigma Omicron (now Phi Sigma Kappa). Mrs. Sisler, a biology graduate, meticulous in every endeavor, loved nature, flower gardening and antique collecting, and was an active volunteer in many organizations, while maintaining a focus on the support of her family. Recipients will be selected by the University Scholarship Committee, on the basis of established criteria for scholarship and need. Annual award is to be used to meet the full expense of tuition, books and fees for each recipient. The number of recipients each year will be determined by the amount available for award. Renewed support is possible, if the recipient continues to meet the established award criteria. As their means permit, recipients are encouraged to consider replenishing this scholarship to assure its continued availability.

The Elizabeth K. Smith Memorial Scholarship Fund
Established in 1975 with funds provided from the estate of Elizabeth K. Smith of Cuyahoga Falls, a devoted friend of the University, this endowed fund provides scholarship assistance for deserving undergraduates. The University Scholarship Committee selects the recipients.

The Jean Smith Scholarship Fund
Established in 1984 by G. Jean Smith, Class of 1947, of Cleveland, this scholarship fund provides tuition assistance for deserving undergraduate women. Selection of recipients is determined by the University Scholarship Committee.

The Dr. Donald C. and Mrs. Courtney F. Snyder Scholarship
Dr. and Mrs. Snyder have designated their scholarship be used for young men studying to become physicians. The scholarship is to be used in support of graduates of Medina High School attending The University of Akron. Funds from the endowment may be used for tuition, room and board, books and fees.

Dr. Snyder practiced medicine in the Akron area for 42 years. As a graduate of Medina High School, it is his intention to encourage young men in their aspirations to become physicians.

The Mary Alice Snyder Book Scholarship
The Mary Alice Snyder Book Scholarship is distributed to the most successful first-semester Honors Scholars at the end of each Fall semester. This gift is both financial assistance and a testimonial to the recipient's outstanding academic accomplishments.

The Dorothy Hassenflue Stein Endowed Scholarship Fund
Established in 1997, The Dorothy Hassenflue Stein Endowed Scholarship Fund provides full-academic assistance for the most meritorious undergraduate students attending The University of Akron. The scholarship honors the memory of Mrs. Stein's parents, Dr. John William Hassenflue (1874-1956) and Myrtle Elma Prange (1878-1946) and Mrs. Stein's love for the endurance of family, the pursuit of knowledge and the future of young people.

A native of Akron, Mrs. Stein received a master's degree in 1929 from The University of Akron and was active in Phi Kappa Delta. Mrs. Stein taught at her alma mater, West High School, where she served as advisor for the high school yearbook and was active in many community organizations including the Akron Woman's City Club, Phi Kappa Delta Alumnae Association and the Akron Masons.

The Jason and Corrine Sumner Scholarship
Established by Beatrice S. Williamson, Class of 1908, in memory of her parents, Jason and Corrine Sumner, this fund provides financial assistance to worthy students attending The University of Akron. Recipients are selected by the University Scholarship Committee.

The Thomas Sumner Memorial Scholarship
To recognize outstanding scholarship and to stimulate students to greater achievement, the Lambda Chi Alpha Alumni Association established this endowed fund in 1978 and renamed it in 1979 in memory of Thomas Sumner, distinguished professor and former dean of the University College. Earnings are used to award scholarships to a Gamma Alpha Zeta chapter member with the highest cumulative average as a junior and to a member showing the most improvement in his academic work.