Endowed Scholarships
Endowed scholarships have been established at Utica College by
alumni, friends of the College, and organizations for the purpose of
permanently providing support to deserving and/or outstanding students.
Criteria for receiving named scholarships vary, but most funds require
a demonstration of academic achievement and/or financial need. Many of
these scholarships require college coursework and an established Utica
College cumulative GPA, and are therefore awarded to returning
students.
Contents (by grant name initial):
A B C D E F G H J K L M N O P Q R S T U W Z
Ruth E. Abeling Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship and financial assistance awards made from the Ruth E.
Abeling Memorial Scholarship Fund shall be made to deserving full-time
students majoring in occupational therapy who demonstrate academic
merit and financial need. Preference will be given, but is not limited,
to an adult female student who is resuming her education. Students
shall be selected by the Office of Financial Aid.
Adirondack Bank Scholarship
This scholarship, established by Adirondack Bank, is awarded to students from areas where Adirondack Bank conducts business.
Paul Gregory Albanese Medical Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Paul Gregory
Albanese. It is awarded to a junior or senior with a minimum 3.3 GPA
who is a resident of Oneida County and has demonstrated an interest in
attending medical school and practicing in Oneida County.
Dr. Raymond J. Albert Memorial Scholarship Fund
Financial assistance awards from this fund, established by Monica
Albert, in memory of her husband, Emeritus Professor Raymond J. Albert,
are made to full-time students majoring in management or pre-law
students majoring in other areas. Students should be of good character
and serious about pursuing a college degree.
Carol L. Albrecht Memorial Scholarship
Established in memory of Carol L. Albrecht, this scholarship
benefits fulltime Utica College students from the most recent
graduating class of Mohawk Central (Jarvis) High School who show
academic merit and financial need.
Richard W. Alexander, Sr. Scholarship
This award was established by the late Mrs. Louise Alexander in
memory of her husband. It is awarded to a needy student from the Utica
area.
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Jalil and Phillipine Altongy Scholarship
This scholarship was established by John F. Millett '52, D.D.S. It
is awarded to a junior or senior majoring in management who exhibits
outstanding character and shows future promise.
Joseph E. Altongy Scholarship
Established by Dr. John F. '52 and Margaret Altongy Millett, this
scholarship will be awarded to a student from the state of
Massachusetts who possesses high moral standards and is actively
involved in school or community affairs.
Alumni Memorial Scholarship Endowment
The Office of Alumni and Parent Relations announces competition
for this award in the College information day sheet and/or the College
newspaper. Applications should be made according to announced
procedures. Awards are based on merit, future promise, and service to
the College.
American Association of University Professors?Utica College Chapter Scholarship
Established by faculty at Utica College, awards from this
scholarship are made to a student in his/her junior year who
demonstrates academic achievement and service to the College.
American Legion Whitestown Post #1113 Scholarship
Established by members of the Whitestown Post #1113 of the
American Legion, this scholarship shall be awarded to a student from
the town of Whitestown who shows academic promise and financial need.
Angelica Corporation Scholarship Fund
Awards are made to students studying in a health care academic program and are based on academic achievement and financial need.
Carmen F. and Elizabeth Timpano Arcuri Scholarship
Awards from the Carmen F. and Elizabeth Timpano Arcuri Scholarship
shall be made to deserving full-time students who demonstrate academic
merit and financial need.
Asian Cultural Heritage Scholarship
This scholarship, established by John F. Millett '52,D.D.S., and
Margaret A. Millett, is for a full-time student with an Asian-American
heritage.
Stanley J. Babiarz Scholarship
Awards from the Stanley J. Babiarz Scholarship shall be made to
students who are of good character and have an interest in helping
others. First preference will be given to students of Polish heritage.
Drs. Roger and Eleanor Zuckerman '51 Baker Scholarship
This scholarship shall be awarded to a full-time student who has
earned at least a B in courses in art history and/or anthropology.
Preference shall be given to a student who has completed a course in
each area and who demonstrates financial need.
Frank N. and Victoria M. Fiore Balzano Scholarship
Awards shall be made to full-time students with a GPA of at least
3.0. Preference will be given to students of Korean-American descent on
the basis of academic merit and financial need.
Edward L. Bass Black Students Scholarship
This scholarship is the gift of Edward Bass, his friends, and
colleagues. Awards are made to black undergraduate students based on
scholarly merit plus commitment to the black struggle.
John C. Behrens Scholarship
Established by the Behrens family, Mrs. Dorothy M. and her late
husband, Charles H., and Professor Behrens' sister, Mrs. James
Hietikko, awards from this fund will be made to a print journalism
junior who plans a career in newspaper or magazine journalism.
Black Alumni Association Scholarship
Established by alumni of Utica College, awards shall be made to students of black heritage as follows:
The Richard L. Frank Scholarship will be awarded to a black freshman student who does not qualify for HEOP. The student must demonstrate leadership potential.
The Dr. Leroy Wells, Jr. Scholarship will be awarded to a junior or senior who demonstrates improvement over two consecutive semesters.
Black Cultural Heritage Scholarship
This scholarship, established by John F. Millett '52, D.D.S., and
sponsored by Nu Psi Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority, is
awarded to a student of black heritage who demonstrates potential for
academic success.
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The Honorable Sherwood L. Boehlert Endowed ScholarshipFund
Established by alumni of Utica College and friends of Congressman
Sherwood L. Boehlert '61, this scholarship benefits students with
academic promise and financial need.
Archmandrite Elias Boustany Scholarship Fund
This scholarship was established by John F. Millett '52, D.D.S.,
and Margaret A. Millett in memory of Monsignor Boustany, the first
pastor of Sacred Heart Armenian Catholic Church in Little Falls, New
Jersey. Awards shall be made to an outstanding student with high moral
standards from the state of New Jersey.
Louis N. Brando Memorial Scholarship
This award was established in memory of Louis N. Brando, CPA,
professor of accounting at Utica College. It is given to an accounting
major who is a deserving student, has attained an average of 3.0, and
demonstrates financial need.
Broadway Theatre League-Pearle S. Nathan Scholarship
This scholarship, established by the Broadway Theatre League in
honor of the late President Emerita Pearle S. Nathan '59, is awarded to
a student majoring in speech communication and dramatic arts with a
concentration in theatre. Recipient must have a 3.0 average or better.
Preference shall be given to candidates from the greater Utica area.
Commander Harold C. and Mary Rorie Brown Scholarship
Scholarship and financial assistance awards made from the
Commander Harold C. and Mary Rorie Brown Scholarship Fund shall be made
to deserving full-time students majoring in Arts and Sciences who
demonstrate academic merit and financial need. Students shall be
selected by the Office of Financial Aid.
Roswell W. '50 and Doreen (Darrigrand) '50 Buckingham Scholarship
Awards from this fund shall be made to an accepted full-time
freshman student at Utica College who is a resident of the New Hartford
School District, and a graduate of New Hartford Central School or Notre
Dame High School in Utica. This scholarship may be renewable. The
recipient must demonstrate academic promise, the desire to succeed, and
be of good character.
Bull Family Scholarship
Awards from the fund shall be made to full-time students enrolled
in the business program, with preference given to a student
concentrating in business management. The dean for the Division of
Social Sciences and Management shall select the recipient of the award
based on a candidate's demonstrated academic merit and those traits
that make him/her an asset both to his/her profession and community.
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Bullock Family Scholarship
Established by Robert T. Bullock '69, this scholarship is awarded
to full-time Utica College students from the Utica/Rome/Mohawk Valley
area majoring in business programs.
Leona S. Burger Memorial Scholarship
Established by the late Professor Harold Burger in memory of his
wife, this scholarship is awarded to a student exhibiting an interest
in pursuing a career in audiology and/or speech pathology.
John and Agnes Burke Scholarship
Established by Judith B. Gorman '64 in honor of her parents,
awards from this scholarship shall be made to students enrolled in the
criminal justice or economic crime investigation major who show
academic merit and financial need.
Professor Thomas and Mrs. Marjorie Burke Scholarship
Awards from this scholarship, established by an anonymous donor in
recognition of Professor Burke's years of teaching, his caring
attitude, and his work in the development of Utica College, shall be
made to a student who has successfully completed six credit hours of
math and achieved at least a 3.0 GPA in these courses.
Randall D. Button Memorial Scholarship
Established by friends and business associates of Mr. Button, this
scholarship is awarded to a full-time student majoring in management
who demonstrates traits of perseverance, diligence, and high personal
and ethical standards.
Thomas J. Cahill, Jr. Academic Achievement Scholarship Fund
Priority shall be given to graduates of the Whitesboro School District who have demonstrated outstanding academic ability.
Calidonna Scholarship
Scholarship and financial assistance awards made from the
Calidonna Family Scholarship Fund shall be made to a hard-working
student who demonstrates good character and shows financial need.
Students shall be selected by the Office of Financial Aid.
Joseph and Inez Carbone Scholarship
Established by Utica College Trustee Don Carbone, in memory of his
parents, this scholarship shall be awarded to a student from the
greater Utica area. The recipient must demonstrate financial need and
plan a career in business.
Frank A. Carchedi, CLU, Memorial Award
This award is given to an upperclass student majoring in management on the basis of academic merit and financial need.
Joseph R. Carucci Scholarship Fund
Awards from this fund will be made to students in any Utica College major who demonstrate financial need.
Dr. Mario '50 and Louise Columbro Caruso Scholarship
Established in memory of Dr. Mario Caruso '50, this scholarship
shall be awarded to students who plan to enter the profession of
dentistry. Preference shall be given to those who plan to attend the
State University of New York College of Dentistry at Buffalo.
Peter and Edith Caruso Scholarship Fund
Established by Thomas G. and Civita A. Brown in honor of Mrs.
Brown's parents, awards from this fund will be made to deserving
full-time students majoring in psychology-child life or in education
who demonstrate academic merit and financial need.
Harold T. Clark, Jr. Scholarship
Established by Harold T. Clark, Jr. '65, this scholarship will
benefit deserving full-time students who demonstrate academic merit and
financial need. Preference shall be given to Central New York and
Northern District employees of McDonald's and their families.
Recipients shall be selected by the Office of
Class of 1950 Scholarship
Established by members of the Class of 1950 at their 45th Reunion,
this scholarship will benefit students of good character who show
financial need.
Class of 1951 Scholarship
Financial assistance awards from the fund shall be made to a
full-time student with a 3.0 average or better who demonstrates those
traits that will make him/her an asset both to his/her profession and
community. The Office of Financial Aid shall select the recipient.
Class of 1952 Scholarship
This scholarship was established by members of the Class of 1952
at their 40th Reunion to honor the faculty and staff of Utica College
who have had a positive influence on their lives. Awards shall be made
to students of outstanding character who show academic promise.
Class of 1996 Scholarship
Established by the UC Class of 1996 through the Senior Challenge,
this scholarship is awarded to a senior who demonstrates strong
participation in college and/or community service.
Leonard and Mildred Quaas Clemente Scholarship
Awards from this scholarship, which was established by John and
Professor Annette Dimon in honor of the 50th wedding anniversary of
Professor Dimon?s parents, are made to a junior or senior who has
returned to school after 10 or more years since high school graduation.
Selection shall be based on academic merit with preference given to
accounting majors.
Robert W. Coletti '52 Memorial Scholarship
Established by Debra Coletti Swider in memory of her father,
awards from this scholarship shall be made to full-time students from
the greater Utica area who enroll in the education program and are well
rounded in all aspects of college life: academic, cultural, social, and
athletic. The recipient shall maintain an average of 3.0 or higher and
show financial need.
Gene and Ben Comora/Raymond Simon Institute Scholarship
This scholarship has been established by Owen Comora '53 in honor
of his parents, Mrs. Gene Comora and Mr. Ben Comora.Awards shall be
made to fulltime matriculated, undergraduate students majoring in
public relations and/or journalism. The awards shall be granted to
those students who have achieved academic excellence and who have
demonstrated those professional and personal attributes and skills
needed for success in the public relations and/or journalism fields.
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Father Robert J. Conrad and Mrs. Ruth M. Conrad Scholarship
Established by an anonymous donor in honor of the 25th anniversary
of Father Conrad's ordination and in memory of his mother, Ruth, this
scholarship will be awarded to a student who demonstrates outstanding
character and traits of caring, compassion, and service.
Richard J. Converse Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a student who has demonstrated an
interest in peace and social justice in the central New York area, and
who best exhibits the potential for commitment to his/her community as
exemplified by the life of Richard J. Converse. A cumulative GPA of 3.0
or better is required.
J. Leo Coupe Scholarship
Scholarship and financial assistance awards made from the J. Leo
Coupe Scholarship Fund shall be made to deserving full-time students
from the greater Utica area who demonstrate outstanding academic
promise and who have demonstrated the potential for leadership.
Students shall be selected by the
Office of Admissions and can be awarded on a merit basis to attract such students to the College.
Walter A. Cragnolin Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship, in memory of Utica College Professor Cragnolin,
is awarded to a construction management major on the basis of academic
merit, future promise, and financial need.
Martha Bair and Virgil C. Crisafulli Scholarship
Financial assistance awards from this fund shall be made to a
full-time student from a low-income family, preferably the poverty
level as defined by the federal government, and should have a grade
point average of 2.5 or higher. The dean of the Division of Social
Sciences and Management shall select the recipient from candidates
recommended by the Office of Financial Aid. This award may be renewable
to the recipient from year to year, providing the student maintains a
2.5 average or better and demonstrates those traits which will make
him/her an asset both to his/her profession and community.
Carolyn L. Dalton '74 Scholarship Fund
This scholarship is awarded to a student with a major or minor in
communication arts. The recipient must demonstrate academic merit and
financial need and exhibit those traits which will make him/her an
asset both to his/her profession and community.
Michael D. Damsky Young Scholars Scholarship
Awards shall be made to deserving students from the city of Utica who are graduates of the Young Scholars Program.
Rocco F. De Perno Endowed Scholarship Award
This award was established by the Teamsters Joint Council 18 for a
needy student who is the son or daughter of a Teamster within the
jurisdiction of Joint Council 18.
Donald A. '54 and Marlene J. DeRosa Scholarship
Awards from this fund shall be made to a full-time matriculated
student who is a junior or senior majoring in a health-related field.
The recipient must maintain a 3.0 average or better, demonstrate high
moral and ethical standards, and show academic merit.
Jeffrey D. DeRosa '84 Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship, established in 1988 by Donald A. DeRosa '54 and
Marlene J. DeRosa, parents of Jeffrey (Class of 1984), is awarded to
graduates of Whitesboro Senior High School who are all-around students
and who are enthusiastic, ambitious, and have demonstrated favorable
academic potential.
Gustave J. DeTraglia, Sr., P.E., Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the late Mr. DeTraglia's sons,
family, and friends in recognition and in honor of his lifelong
contributions to the quality of life in the Utica community. Awards
from the fund shall be made to an Oneida County resident who
demonstrates academic merit and financial need and who is enrolled in
the construction management or the engineering program.
Dr. Henry R. DiSpirito Memorial Scholarship
Financial assistance awards from the fund shall be awarded to a
full-time student in his/her junior or senior year who is majoring in
the area of arts, including but not limited to painting, sculpture,
theatre, dance, or music, or who is majoring in one of the traditional
humanities majors and has a special interest in the arts. The recipient
shall be selected by the dean of the faculty in consultation with the
faculty of the Division of Arts and Sciences. Candidates must have a
3.0 GPA or better and demonstrate traits which will make them an asset
to their profession and community.
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Professor George J. Dmohowski Scholarship
Awards are made to mathematics majors in their junior or senior year based on academic promise and need.
Reverend Monsignor William J. Donovan Scholarship
Established by an anonymous donor, awards shall be made to full
time students from the greater Utica area who plan a career in
education and who volunteer their services for the good of the
community and the College. The recipient must show academic merit, have
financial need, be of high moral character,
and exhibit the traits exemplified by Monsignor Donovan of
dedication and compassion. Students shall be selected by the Office of
Financial Aid.
Dr. Milton and Ava M�ller Dorfman Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Dr.Milton Dorfman's
lifelong service as a highly respected radiologist and in recognition
of Mrs. Dorfman's commitment to improving the quality of life for older
Americans. It is awarded to a full-time student with an interest in or
who cares for the elderly in health care or social services.
Father Paul J. Drobin Scholarship
This scholarship was established by an anonymous donor in
recognition of Father Drobin's contribution of care, counsel, and
dedication to the Utica community. Awards shall be made to full-time
students who demonstrate high moral character and show academic merit
and financial need.
Frank M. Dulan Scholarship
This scholarship, established in 1987 by family and friends of the
late Mr. Dulan, former Mayor of the City of Utica and United States
Marshal, is awarded to a student who demonstrates financial need and an
interest in government and politics through his/her selection of
courses in political science, history, and/or government.
Margaret and James F. DuRoss Scholarship Fund
This scholarship was established by James F. DuRoss, Jr. to honor
his parents. The recipient must be the child or dependent of
individuals employed in janitorial services, building maintenance,
custodial and/or maid service, and must demonstrate financial need.
Loretta J. Dylis Nursing Scholarship
Established by the family and friends of Mrs.Dylis, this
scholarship is given to a student who majors in nursing, has at least a
3.0 GPA, and demonstrates those traits which will make him/her an asset
to his/her profession.
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Carl S. Dziekan Scholarship Fund
Scholarship and financial assistance awards made from the Carl S.
Dziekan Scholarship Fund shall be made to deserving full-time students
majoring in accounting or economics who demonstrate academic merit and
financial need. Preference shall be given to students from New York
Mills Junior-Senior High
School, its successors and/or assigns. Students shall be selected by the Office of Financial Aid.
Early Childhood/Elementary Education-New York Telephone Scholarship
Scholarship and financial assistance awards from the fund shall be
made to minority, physically challenged, or at-risk students from the
Utica area who enter the early childhood/elementary education program
at Utica College.
Sal J. Eannace-Tau Phi Zeta Scholarship
Established by the Tau Phi Zeta Fraternity, this scholarship will
be awarded to a student for all four years of his or her education at
Utica College, beginning in the freshman year. The recipient must be a
resident of Oneida County, demonstrate community involvement, and
maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or above after
enrollment.
Economic Crime Investigation Institute Scholarship
Established by the Board of the Economic Crime Investigation
Institute at Utica College, this scholarship shall be awarded to a full
time student majoring in economic crime investigation for use in
his/her junior year. The student must maintain a 3.33 GPA, show
leadership potential, and make significant contributions to the program.
Thomas Proctor Eldred, Sr. Memorial Scholarship
The New York State Builder's Supply Association has established
this scholarship fund in memory of the association?s founder for
construction management students who are in the junior year.
Saverio M. Flemma Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship, established in 1988 by Mr. Flemma?s sons,
family, and friends, is awarded to students who are first generation
Italian Americans or immigrants who demonstrate academic merit and
financial need.
Samuel S. Freeman Scholarship
This award was established by bequest of Samuel S. Freeman to
provide scholarships for worthy students of high scholarship and
character.
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Furgal Scholarships
Joseph P. Furgal '50 has established the following scholarships to honor his family and friends and to benefit UC students.
Catharine Christensen Scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in psychology at Utica College.
Donald L. Cielsak Scholarship is awarded to a full-time student who is majoring in mathematics at Utica College.
Frank and Helen Fliss Scholarship is awarded to a student with a strong interest in pursuing the study of music.
Andrea Furgal Scholarship is awarded to a student who is majoring in mathematics at Utica College.
Audrey Furgal Scholarship is awarded to a student who is majoring in management at Utica College.
Gary Furgal Scholarship is awarded to a student who is majoring in accounting at Utica College.
Irene Furgal Memorial Scholarship in Political and Social Sciences is
awarded to a full-time student majoring in government and politics or
social sciences. The recipient must be of Polish descent, have a 3.0
average, and demonstrate financial need.
Joseph A. Furgal Memorial Scholarship in International Relations, in
memory of Mr. Furgal's father, is awarded to a student of Polish
descent who has attained a 3.0 average, demonstrates financial need,
and has a serious interest in international studies.
Joseph P. Furgal Endowed Scholarship in History is awarded
to a student majoring in history, who has attained a 3.0 average,
demonstrates financial need, and has a serious interest in history.
Mary Ann Furgal Scholarship in Nursing,Health Related Sciences, or Pre-Medical/Dental Studies is
awarded to a nursing, health-related sciences, or pre-medical/dental
studies major of Polish descent. The student must attain a 3.0 average
and demonstrate financial need.
Rose S. Furgal Memorial Scholarship in Criminal Justice, in
memory of Mr. Furgal's mother, is awarded to a student of Polish
descent who has attained a 3.0 average, demonstrates financial need,
and is a criminal justice major.
Sheila Furgal Scholarship is awarded to a student who is majoring in biology at Utica College.
Thaddeus (Duke) Furgal Memorial Award is awarded to a
student of Polish descent who has attained a 3.0 or higher average,
demonstrates academic merit and financial need, and is pursuing a
career in health or health sciences.
Anthony F.Grimm Scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in government and politics at Utica College.
Barbara E. Jordan '75 Scholarship is awarded to a student who has a record of volunteerism through a campus service organization.
Monsignor Adolph A. Kantor Scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in biology.
Dolores LaSalle Scholarship is awarded to a student who demonstrates academic merit and actively participates in College and/or community service.
Frank Malachowski Memorial Scholarship is awarded to an English major at Utica College.
Jacqueline Furgal Morelle Scholarship is awarded to a student with a major in psychology.
Professor Vladimir Polanskoy Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a student who is seriously pursuing the study of languages at Utica College.
Thomas J. Raiano Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a student with a strong interest in pursuing studies in music, art, or literature.
Charles A. Gaetano Scholarship in Construction Management
Established by Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Gaetano on the occasion of
their 50th wedding anniversary, this scholarship shall be awarded to a
student who majors in construction management and demonstrates academic
merit and financial need.
Frank E. Gannett Journalism Awards
These awards were established by the Frank E. Gannett Newspaper
Foundation, Inc., to provide scholarships for students majoring in
journalism studies.
Daniel and Josephine Fanelli Gazzilli Scholarship
Created by Daniel and Josephine Fanelli Gazilli and funded by
friends and family in memory of the late Daniel ?Doc? Gazilli, this
scholarship is awarded to a student from the greater Utica area on the
basis of academic merit and financial need.
Max Geller Fund
This is a general scholarship established by Mr. Max Geller in 1948.
Frank and Joan Giovannone Scholarship
Awards from this fund are made to deserving pre-dental students
for use in the senior year. Recipients are selected on the basis of
academic achievement and financial need and shall possess traits that
would make them assets to the dental profession.
Sister Rose Vincent Gleason, O.S.F. Scholarship
Established by an anonymous donor in recognition of Sister Rose
Vincent?s selfless commitment of caring and compassion for the benefit
of the Utica community, this scholarship shall be awarded to a student
from Oneida or Herkimer County who is majoring in biology and
demonstrates high moral character and financial need.
Boyd Golder-Utica Kiwanis Scholarship
Recipients are Utica residents with financial need. Preference is
given to present and past members of a Utica area High School Key Club.
Daniel Goss Memorial Scholarship
Awards are made to mathematics majors based on academic promise and need.
Griffiss Air Force Base Scholarship
Awards are made to full-time students who have completed at least
one year at Utica College, attained a GPA of 3.0, and have participated
in extracurricular school and/or community activities. Preference will
be given to dependents of Griffiss Air Force Base employees.
Dr. Louis '51 and Gloria Tempier Haddad Scholarship
Established by family in honor of Dr. and Mrs. Haddad's 35th
wedding anniversary, this fund shall be awarded to a graduate of T.R.
Proctor Senior High School who has an average of 90% or above, is of
sound character, and shows academic promise.
Dr. Michelle E. Haddad '81 Scholarship
Established by friends and family of Dr. Michelle Haddad, this
scholarship will be awarded to students who plan to enter the
profession of dentistry. Preference shall be given to students who plan
to attend the State University of New York College of Dentistry
at Buffalo.
Dr. William P. Hall Scholarship
Financial assistance awards from the fund shall be made to a
student who resides in Oneida or Herkimer County and who is pursuing a
pre-med or biology degree.
Toni Lee Hanna Scholarship
Established by friends and family in memory of Toni Lee Hanna,
this scholarship shall be awarded to a student who volunteers for the
good of the College and community and demonstrates unusual acts of
kindness.
Thomas J. Hassett Scholarship
Family and friends have established a scholarship in memory of
Thomas J. Hassett, Class of 1965, who died while in service with the
U.S. Peace Corps. This award is intended to assist a worthy Utica
College student in meeting college expenses.
Monsignor Thomas J. Hayes Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1992 by an anonymous donor in
honor of Monsignor Hayes for his 57 years of service to the priesthood.
Awards shall be made to students from the greater Utica-Rome area who
show academic promise, have high moral character, and exhibit traits
exemplified by Monsignor Hayes of devotion, caring, and compassion.
William Randolph Hearst Endowed Scholarship
Financial assistance awards from this fund shall be made to
economically disadvantaged students, with a preference for graduates of
the Young Scholars Program. It is preferred that the scholarships
generated from this endowment be awarded to students who intend to
permanently reside in the United States after completion of their
studies.
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Andrew, William, and Mary Lou Hebenstreet Scholarship
This scholarship was established by William Hebenstreet in memory
of his son, Andrew. Awards shall be made to a full-time student who is
majoring in physics and/or has an interest in the study of astronomy.
Heiland Family Scholarship
Awards from this fund will be made to deserving full-time Utica College students who demonstrate financial need.
Hispanic Cultural Heritage Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Dr. John F. Millett ?52,D.D.S.
It is awarded to a full-time student of Hispanic heritage who
demonstrates potential for academic success.
Elias C. and Kathleen (Graziadei) Hobaica Scholarship
Established in honor of Mrs.Hobaica, assistant director of student
activities at Utica College for 23 years, this scholarship shall be
awarded to a student from the Utica area who plans a career in a
health-related field.
Dr. John H. and Anna Marie Hobika Scholarship
Established in memory of Mrs. Hobika by family and friends, this
scholarship shall be awarded to an incoming freshman who is a graduate
of the Utica City School District and who plans a career in the health
care field.
M. Dorisse Howe Scholarship
Awards are made to biology majors for assistance in summer studies that they take in recognized field stations or laboratories.
Eric H. Huggins Scholarship
This scholarship, established in 1987 in honor of Mr. Huggins,
former athletic director, on the occasion of his retirement from Utica
College, is awarded to incoming freshmen.
Jane Lander Hutton Memorial Scholarship in Nursing/Pre-Medicine
This scholarship is established in honor of Jane Lander Hutton by
her son, Todd Stewart Hutton, Utica College's tenth chief executive
officer, and additional family members.Awards will be made to deserving
full-time Utica College students who have a strong desire to pursue a
career in nursing or medicine and who demonstrate academic merit and
financial need. Candidates shall have a minimum high school grade point
average of 3.5 or transfer grade point average of 3.0. Additionally,
freshman candidates shall have SAT combined scores of 1150 or higher.
Hyman-Goodman Award
This annual grant was established in memory of Samuel Hyman and Max Goodman for needy students who attend Utica College.
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John F. Jasinski Scholarship
The scholarship shall be awarded to a student with demonstrated
financial need, who is actively pursuing a career in computer science.
The recipients shall maintain a grade point average of 3.0 or better.
Eiddon L. Jones Scholarship
Recipients are full-time students majoring in management with a
concentration in finance. Candidates must have a 3.0 average or better
and demonstrate those traits which will make them assets to their
professions and communities.
S. Sheldon Judson Memorial Scholarship Fund
Income derived from the fund is to be used to provide scholarship
assistance to students with financial need. Awards from the fund shall
benefit deserving students from the Mohawk Valley who might otherwise
be financially unable to attend.
Edward J. "Bud" Kane '51 Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Edward J. "Bud" Kane
'51 by his family and shall be awarded to full-time students who are
veterans of the United States Armed Forces.
Dr. John Keller Scholarship
This scholarship was established by an anonymous donor in
recognition of Dr. Keller's years of teaching, his caring attitude, and
his work in the development of Utica College. Awards shall be made to
students who have successfully completed six credit hours in chemistry
and achieved at least a 3.0 GPA.
Fred D. '50 and Barbara (Essel) Knittle Scholarship
Awards from this fund shall be made to full-time students showing
academic promise and who have volunteered time for the good of the
College community.
F. Clark Laurie Scholarship
Awards are made to students who are residents of Madison or Oneida County and are majoring in accounting.
Harold T. Lennon, Sr. and Mary Alice Martus Lennon Scholarship
Established by the Lennon family, this scholarship is awarded to a
graduate of Whitesboro Central High School who is a well-rounded,
hard-working, average student.
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Lions Club of Utica Scholarship
Established by the Lions Club of Utica, awards from this fund are
made to outstanding full-time students from Oneida County who plan to
pursue a health-related career. Preference shall be given to a student
who has a particular interest in working in the field of speech,
vision, or hearing. The recipient must be of good character, maintain a
3.0 average, and show academic promise.
David S. and Pura Lucchino Scholarship Fund
This scholarship was established by Pura Lucchino Dawson. It is
awarded to a student with an interest in gerontology and who
demonstrates financial need and maintains a 2.5 GPA or C average.
Sally Lachut Majka Scholarship Fund
Awards shall be made to students of Polish descent living in
Oneida, Herkimer, or Madison County, with preference given to those
living in Oneida County. Students shall demonstrate a spirit of
perseverance, initiative, hard work, and self-reliance while
maintaining a cumulative average of 3.0 or better in their course work.
Spartico Malara Scholarship Fund
Interest from this perpetual fund, established by family and
friends of Mr. Malara, provides scholarships to full-time students at
Utica College who are, or have been, members of the Boys and Girls
Club. (Preference will be given to members of the Utica club.)
Recipients must demonstrate financial need and the ability to succeed
academically.
Fred Maloof Scholarship
This scholarship will benefit full-time students of Lebanese descent on the basis of academic merit and financial need.
Carmen F. Mandia Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Carmen F. Mandia.
William R. and Margaret E. (Donnelly) Marscher Scholarship
Established by William R. and Margaret E. (Donnelly) Marscher in
honor of their 50th wedding anniversary, this scholarship provides
awards to students with financial need who demonstrate academic merit
as well as those traits which will make these students assets to both
their profession and community.
Anne Martin Scholarship
Established by The Reverend Carol Simpson in memory of her mother,
this scholarship shall be awarded to a female graduate of the Young
Scholars Program attending Utica College.
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MasterCard International ECM Scholarship
Financial assistance awards from the fund shall be made to
full-time law enforcement officers from the metropolitan New York area,
specifically the five boroughs of New York City, with strong
undergraduate or graduate records, with at least three years of
experience in law enforcement, with emphasis on financial crimes, and
with strong recommendations from their supervisor(s). In addition, they
should show motivation to pursue a career in economic (financial) crime
investigation/management with a commitment from their agency to allow
attendance at residencies. Potential candidates will be notified of the
scholarship. Financial need will be a consideration. At the time of
application to the ECM program, the student will submit an application
for the scholarship. In addition to personal statements in the
application, candidates will be asked to respond to the following
question: Using the criteria for the scholarship, discuss the
qualifications you believe support your application. Students will be
accepted into the program and later notified of scholarship award.
Deadline for application each year will be August 31. The successful
candidates will be notified by the committee on or before October 15.
Robert J. May '60 Scholarship
Established through a bequest to Utica College by Booster Club
founder Bob May, this scholarship shall be awarded to a student who is
majoring in accounting.
Albert S. '58 and Elinor Wurz Mazloom Scholarship
Awards from this fund shall be made to full time students who
demonstrate outstanding character, academic promise, and financial need.
Doris Wester Miga Scholarship
Established by Professor Miga's family and friends in her honor,
this scholarship shall be awarded to a local high school student who is
valedictorian of his/her class and plans a teaching career, or to a
member of the National Honor Society.
Ida C. Millett Scholarship
Candidates must have declared a major and/or minor area of study
from the academic discipline of English. To be eligible for
consideration, candidates must have attained a 3.0 or higher average in
a minimum of six courses in their major and/or minor.
James T. Millett Scholarship
Awards from this scholarship shall be made to a full-time student
who has graduated from a high school in Schenectady County, New York
with preference given to graduates of Shalmont Central School District.
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Dr. John F. '52 and Margaret Altongy Millett Scholarship
Scholarship awards shall be made to a full-time student who has
received a C-plus or better average for his/her freshman year, shows
academic promise, and has contributed time for the good of the College
or the local community.
Morelli Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship, established by Mary Morelli, is awarded to
matriculating students in the Continuing Education Division who
demonstrate both academic merit and financial need.
Peter Nasir Memorial Scholarship
Foreign students majoring in science, mathematics, health
technologies, or construction management with a strong academic
background and financial need are eligible to compete for the award.
Native American Cultural Heritage Scholarship
This scholarship was established by John F. Millett '52, D.D.S. To
be eligible, a student must be: at least one-fourth American Indian,
Eskimo, or Aleut; an enrolled member of a tribe, band, or group
recognized by the Bureau of Indian Affairs; and enrolled at or accepted
for enrollment at Utica College, pursuing a four-year degree.
Robert Newman Memorial Scholarship Fund
Established by Gerald and Dorace Newman in memory of their son,
this fund will provide awards to full-time Utica College students
demonstrating financial need, academic merit, and interest in the arts.
New York State Federation of Home Bureaus, Inc. Scholarship
in Honor of Joan Lyons Romanow
This scholarship, established by New York State Federation of Home
Bureaus, Inc. to recognize Joan Lyons Romanow for her service, is
awarded to students residing in counties where New York State
Federation of Home Bureaus, Inc. has organized chapters and county
executive officers. The recipient must have an average of 2.5 and major
in psychology?child life.
Dr. Charles and Delores (Critelli) '88 Obernesser Scholarship
Awards from this scholarship shall be made to a full-time female
student who has an interest in becoming an entrepreneur. The recipient
must maintain a 3.0 average or better and have financial need.
Oneida County 40 & 8 Voiture 92 Scholarship
Scholarship and financial assistance awards made from the Oneida
County 40 & 8 Voiture 92 Scholarship Fund shall be made to a
full-time student from Oneida County enrolled in the nursing program at
Utica College and who is not a licensed registered nurse. The recipient
shall be selected by the Office of Financial Aid and must show academic
promise and demonstrate financial need.
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Oneida-Herkimer County Dental Society Scholarship
Scholarship awards from this fund shall be made to a senior who
has been accepted at dental school. The Pre-Professional Committee
shall select the recipient on the basis of academic achievement.
Marguerite Palmer '83 Scholarship
The fund is a memorial established by the family and friends of
Marguerite Palmer.Awards are made to students who have voluntarily
contributed time on a regular basis to aid fellow students in achieving
their academic goals.
Mary Sophia Tyler Palmer Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Wayne N. Palmer, associate
professor emeritus of mathematics at Utica College. It is awarded to a
female student in her sophomore, junior, or senior year who has a 3.0
GPA or better and demonstrates financial need.
Dr. Anthony J. and Phyllis (Ciruzzi) Palumbo Scholarship
Established by Dr. Palumbo, this scholarship will benefit students
with financial need majoring in natural sciences who plan to attend
medical school.
The Grace and Arthur Perlmutter Scholarship Fund
The fund shall be awarded upon the recommendation of the chair of
the English department and in consultation with Mr. Walter M.
Perlmutter or his heirs, to a student who is majoring in English and
has a strong interest in American literature. The recipient of the fund
must be a second, third, or fourth
year student, must have demonstrated financial need, and must have and maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average.
Victor A. Perretta Scholarship
This award is given to a student who demonstrates a strong
interest and potential for leadership in his/her local and/or college
community.
Richard A. Philipson Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Max and Ruth C. Philipson
Foundation in memory of Richard A. Philipson for needy Utica-area
students in attendance at Utica College.
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Joseph A. (Chubby) Piccola Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Joseph A. (Chubby) Piccola,
former director of security at Utica College and sheriff of Oneida
County. Awards from this fund shall be made to a student majoring in
criminal justice who is currently a law enforcement officer at the
state or local level, or to a student majoring in criminal justice who
intends to pursue a career in law enforcement at the state or local
level. Preference will be given to a student from the Oneida-
Herkimer-Madison counties area.
Stephen Pidchomny Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Stephen Pidchomny by
his family and shall be awarded to full-time students who are veterans
of the United States Armed Forces.
Helen Elizabeth Popso Scholarship
This scholarship is established in memory of Helen Popso by her
son, Michael K. Simpson, Utica College?s ninth chief executive officer.
Awards shall be made to a student whose record of voluntary charitable
service reflects the commitment to humanitarianism that was a hallmark
of Helen Popso?s life.
Winifred and Stanley Pula Scholarship Fund
Scholarship and financial assistance awards from the Winifred and
Stanley Pula Scholarship Fund shall be made to deserving, full-time or
part-time graduate or undergraduate students majoring in history who
are residents of Oneida County, New York, and who demonstrate academic
achievement and financial need. Students shall be selected by the
Office of Financial Aid.
James R. '59 and Katherine B. Pyne Scholarship
Awards shall be made to deserving students from the city of Utica
who are graduates of the Young Scholars Program, or a deserving student
from the Mohawk Valley region.
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John Quackenbush Scholarship
Established in memory of John Quackenbush by family and friends,
the scholarship shall be awarded to students from the central New York
area who are majoring in construction management.
Frank J. Robilotta Scholarship
Established in 1988 by family and friends in recognition of Mr.
Robilotta's commitment to the Utica community, this scholarship is
awarded to a student who is a graduate of the Utica City School
District and who demonstrates academic merit and financial need.
Jeanne Louise Ulrich Romano Memorial Scholarship
Established in memory of Mrs. Romano by her husband, F. Eugene
Romano, this scholarship is awarded to a student who resides within a
10-mile radius of Utica and excels in a management curriculum.
The Rosato Family Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Central New York Chapter
of the Association of Government Accountants in memory of Philip O.
Rosato. Additional gifts have been made to the fund by family and
friends to honor the memory of Mary Ann Rosato and Philip W. Rosato
.Awards are given to accounting majors based on financial need and
academic excellence.
N. A. and Mildred Rotunno Memorial Fund
This award is granted to a student who does not show need under
usual financial needs tests, but who, because of unusual circumstances,
could be considered needy.
St. Luke's-Memorial Alumnae Association, Inc. Scholarship
Awards from this fund shall be made to full-time or part-time
matriculated students majoring in nursing who demonstrate financial
need and academic excellence. Preference shall be given to graduates of
the Utica Memorial Hospital School of Nursing, St. Luke?s Home and
Hospital School of Nursing, or St. Luke's-Memorial Hospital Center
School of Nursing.Application forms are available through the Office of
Financial Aid.
John W. and Deanna D. Sammon Scholarship
Established by John W. and Deanna D. '62 Sammon, this scholarship
is awarded to a student pursuing a major under the auspices of the
Division of Arts and Sciences. The recipient must have a 3.0 average or
better and demonstrate academic merit.
David T. Santora Memorial Scholarship
Established in memory of David T. Santora (Class of 1988) by
students and friends and the Utica College Foundation Board, this
scholarship is awarded to full-time students who demonstrate financial
need and academic merit. Preference shall be given to a member of
The Tangerine staff.
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Dr. Ralph N. Schmidt, Sr. and Wilda Schmidt Scholarship
Established by an anonymous donor in honor of Dr. Schmidt?s years
of teaching and his work in the development of Utica College, this
scholarship shall be awarded to students who have completed six credit
hours of speech communications courses and achieved at least a 3.0 GPA.
John and Elizabeth Falzarano Scialdo Scholarship Fund
Awards from this fund are made to a full-time student majoring in business administration.
Second Chance Scholarship
Established by John F. Millett ?52,D.D.S., and Margaret Millett,
awards shall be made to a full-time student over the age of 30 who is
beginning his/her college career at Utica College or who is returning
to complete his/her degree. Financial need shall not be a consideration
in this award.
Raymond and Mary (Ghoulam) Seng Scholarship Fund
Scholarship and financial assistance awards made from the Raymond
and Mary (Ghoulam) Seng Scholarship Fund shall be made to full-time
students majoring in business administration (management programs) who
have outstanding character and show academic promise. The dean for the
Division of Social Sciences and Management shall select the recipient.
Dr. Raymond A. Serway '59 Scholarship
This scholarship shall be awarded to a student majoring in one of
the natural sciences with special consideration to physics majors.
Selection of the recipient shall be based on financial need and
academic excellence.
Reverend Monsignor H. Charles Sewall Scholarship
This scholarship was established by an anonymous donor in
recognition of Monsignor Sewall?s selfless commitment of caring and
compassion for the benefit of the Utica community; it is awarded to a
student majoring in history who demonstrates high moral character and
shows academic promise.
Dr. Albert H. '49 and Gloria A. '82 Shaheen Scholarship
Awards from this fund shall be made to a junior or senior majoring
in the natural sciences who plans to pursue a career in medicine.
Recipient must have a 3.0 average or better.
Professor Raymond Simon Scholarship
This scholarship was established by students of Professor Raymond
Simon in recognition of his excellence in teaching. The scholarship is
given to a student with outstanding potential in the public relations
field.
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The Reverend Carol M. Simpson Scholarship
Established in honor of The Reverend Carol M. Simpson by her
children, Jennifer and Robert, as well as other devoted relatives and
friends, this scholarship shall be awarded to a qualified female
student who has displayed a passionate commitment to community service
that has been the essence of Carol Simpson's life. The candidate shall
have maintained a GPA of 3.0 and preference shall be given to
candidates whose civic activism has focused on the improvement of race
relations and/or the elevation of under-represented minorities or
refugees. Special preference will be given to members of these
under-represented populations themselves who demonstrate a strong
commitment to these areas of civic activism.
The Michael K. Simpson Scholarship Fund
Established in honor of Dr. Michael K. Simpson, Utica College's
ninth chief executive officer, this scholarship provides awards to
deserving students from the city of Utica who are graduates of the
Young Scholars Program.
Robert P. Simpson Scholarship
This scholarship is established in honor of Robert P. Simpson by
his son, Michael K. Simpson,Utica College's ninth chief executive
officer. Awards shall be made to a student who demonstrates a
commitment to the values of professionalism and community service of
which Robert Simpson's life has been an example. Special preference is
accorded to graduates of the College's Young Scholars Program.
Minnie V. Stappenbeck and Colonel Edna F. Stappenbeck Scholarship
Established by Edna F. Stappenbeck '51 in memory of her mother,
this scholarship shall be awarded to a full-time student who
demonstrates academic excellence and financial need and plans to pursue
a career in nursing.
Professor Lester and Mrs. Clarice Start Scholarship
This scholarship was established by an anonymous donor in
recognition of Professor Start's years of teaching, caring attitude,
and work in the development of Utica College.Awards shall be made to
students who have successfully completed six credit hours of philosophy
and achieved a 3.0 GPA in these courses.
Dr. Paul J. Steele Scholarship
Established by an anonymous donor in honor of Dr. Steele's years
of teaching, caring attitude, and work in the development of Utica
College, this scholarship shall be awarded to a student who has
successfully completed at least six credit hours of physics and
achieved a 3.0 GPA in these courses.
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Ralph Strebel Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Dean Ralph F. Strebel and is awarded to an outstanding pre-medical scholar.
Streichert Family Scholarship
Established by Catherine H. Streichert in memory of her parents,
Otto C. and Frances R. Streichert, and her sister, Albertine F.
Streichert, this scholarship will be awarded to a freshman student who
is a resident of the greater Utica area and is a graduate of Utica,
Whitestown, or New Hartford School District. The recipient must
indicate a strong desire to learn and show financial need.
William Sugarman Memorial Scholarship Fund
This scholarship, established in 1989 by the sons of William
Sugarman, is awarded to full-time students majoring in accounting who
demonstrate academic ability and financial need. Recipients must be
residents of Oneida County and demonstrate those traits which will make
them assets both to their professions and communities.
Kenneth and Catherine Back Sullivan Scholarship
Scholarship and financial assistance awards made from the Kenneth
and Catherine Back Sullivan Scholarship Fund shall be made to deserving
full-time students of Irish descent. Each candidate must have a 3.0
average or better and demonstrate those traits that will make him/her
an asset both to his/her profession and community. The scholarship is
to be awarded in conjunction with the Morris and Catherine Hayes
Sullivan Scholarship. Awards from both scholarships shall be made to
the same student. Students shall be selected by the Office of Financial
Aid.
Catherine and Morris Hayes Sullivan Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Catherine Back Sullivan on
behalf of her late husband, Kenneth, to honor his parents, Morris and
Catherine Hayes Sullivan. This scholarship, supported by the Sullivan
family, is awarded to a student of Irish descent who demonstrates
academic promise, the desire to succeed, and maintains a 3.0 grade
point average.
Samuel J. Talarico Scholarship
Established by the Internal Operations Employees of the UFCW
District Local One, awards from this fund shall be made to a full-time
student who is a member or the child of a member of UFCW District Union
Local One, another UFCW local union, or another union affiliated with
the AFL-CIO. The recipient must demonstrate academic merit and
financial need.
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Walter Joshua and Ottilia Klages Tavender Scholarship
This scholarship was established at the bequest of Augusta S.
Tavender. It is awarded to upperclass students of moral and industrious
character on the basis of their scholarship attainments.
The One Charity Golf Classic Scholarship
This scholarship, funded from the proceeds of The One Charity Golf
Classic under the auspices of the United Food and Commercial Workers
District Union Local One, is awarded to a full-time student who is a
member or the child of a member of UFCW District Union Local One,
another UFCW local union, or another union affiliated with the AFL-CIO.
The recipient must demonstrate academic merit and financial need.
Theta Xi Scholarship
Recipients of awards from this scholarship fund will have a GPA of
2.0 or better, financial need, and a Greek affiliation or a legacy
connection to a current or former Theta Xi member.
Gennaro and Carmella Tierno Memorial Scholarship
Financial assistance awards from the Fund shall be made to a
full-time student who achieves a high standard in the study of
journalism or political science. Preference will be given to students
of Italian-American heritage and to those who express a desire to enter
public service. The Office of Financial Aid shall select the recipient
from candidates recommended by the respective Division offices. Each
candidate should show academic promise and demonstrate those traits
that will make him/her an asset both to his/her profession and
community.
Jacque Tolles Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Mrs. Tolles by the
Friends of Jacque Tolles. Awards from this fund shall be made to
full-time students from Oneida County who are interested in public
service and who might not otherwise come to Utica College. The award
may be renewable.
Dean Winton Tolles and Patricia Doyle Tolles Scholarship
This scholarship, established in 1988 by family, friends, and the
Cogar Foundation in memory of Dean and Mrs. Tolles, is awarded to
students who demonstrate financial need and academic merit.
Anna Trapanick Fund for Nursing Students
Awards shall be made to a full time student who is preparing for a
bachelor's degree in nursing. The recipient must demonstrate a
particular interest in geriatric nursing.
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Symeon and Ann (Clark) Tsoupelis Scholarship
Established by Symeon and Ann Tsoupelis in memory of Dr. Christos
Kotsanis, this scholarship is awarded to a full-time student of Greek
heritage who possesses high moral character and shows academic promise.
Preference shall be given to students from Boys Gymnasium of
Xanthi,Greece.
Utica College Academic and Community Scholarship
Scholarship and financial assistance awards made from the Utica
College Academic and Community Scholarship Fund shall be made to
deserving full time students who have chosen to pursue a career in a
medical health related field. To qualify, a student must excel
academically, show strong community service and leadership, and
demonstrate financial need. The Office of Financial Aid shall submit
the names and qualifications of three candidates for this award to
Anthony Paolozzi, or a designee or successor appointed by him, for
selection of the recipient. If a successor or designee is not appointed
or chooses not to serve, the Office of Financial Aid shall select the
recipient.
Utica College Dental Alumni Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a deserving pre-dental student,
preferably a senior. The candidate is selected by the Pre-Professional
Committee on the basis of academic achievement and his/her possession
of traits that would make him/her an asset to the dental profession.
Utica College Foundation Board Scholarship
This scholarship was established by motion of the Utica College
Foundation Board to be used as a general scholarship fund for students
of Utica College.
Utica College Memorial Scholarship
The Memorial Scholarship Fund was established to recognize
deceased faculty and staff who served Utica College for a significant
period. Each student must have at least a B average to be considered by
a committee for the award.
Utica College Women's Club Scholarship
Awards are made to female students of at least 25 years of age on
the basis of academic achievement, future promise, and financial need.
Utica First Insurance Company Scholarship
Awards from this fund shall be made to a junior or senior business
administration major who is a resident of the Oneida County/greater
Utica area and plans a career in property and casualty insurance.
Utica National Insurance Group Scholarship Fund
This scholarship, funded by the Utica National Group Foundation,
Inc., will be awarded to children of active employees of Utica National
Insurance Group. The recipient, to be selected by the Office of
Financial Aid, must demonstrate academic merit.
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Utica State Hospital School of Nursing Alumni Association
Scholarship
Established by members of the Alumni Association of the Utica
State Hospital School of Nursing, this scholarship shall be awarded to
full-time or part-time matriculated students majoring in nursing in
their junior year who demonstrate financial need, academic excellence,
and are graduates of Utica State Hospital (Utica Psychiatric Center)
School of Nursing, or who are the children or grandchildren of
graduates of this school. If there are no applicants meeting the above
criteria, any student pursuing a nursing degree is eligible. Preference
will be given to a student indicating an interest or proficiency in
psychiatric nursing.
Maria J. Wallace Memorial Scholarship Fund
This scholarship was established by Edward Wallace in memory of
his wife, Maria J.Wallace '85. The interest from this fund is used to
provide scholarship support for full-time juniors or seniors with a
2.75 average or better, majoring in dramatic arts and speech
communication or English. The director of financial aid shall recommend
candidates to Mr.Wallace, who will select the recipient.
Paul R. '50 and Margie LeFever Warburton Scholarship
Awards from this fund shall be made to deserving students majoring
in management and/or economics on the basis of academic merit and
financial need.
Mary Wasserman Fine Arts Scholarship
This scholarship, established by Arthur Wasserman, professor
emeritus, in memory of his wife, is awarded to a fine arts major or
minor with financial need. Consideration is given to student?s talent
and exhibit of promise for benefitting from formal art education.
Dean E. Douglas Webster Scholarship
Established by an anonymous donor in honor of Dean Webster?s
service to the students of Utica College as Dean of Men from 1946 to
1960 and Dean of Students from 1960 to 1964, this scholarship is
awarded to a student who plans on a career in education.
Dean Barbara J. Welton Scholarship
This scholarship was established by an anonymous donor in
recognition of Dean Welton?s contribution of time and service to the
students during the early years of the development of Utica
College.Awards shall be made to a woman student who plans to contribute
to the Utica community. The recipient must demonstrate integrity,
academic merit, and financial need.
Francis A. Wilcox Scholarship
This scholarship shall be awarded to full-time promising and needy
students from Oneida, Herkimer, and Madison counties. The Office of
Financial Aid shall select the recipients.
Karl and Beth Zimpel Endowment Fund
Awards are made to upperclass students with an interest in the
field of geology and who are pursuing a major within the Division of
Arts and Sciences.
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