Endowed Scholarships
Named Scholarships
The Abbott/McDade Endowed Scholarship was established in 2011 by Mark and Michele Abbott McDade ’70 in memory of their parents for undergraduate students pursuing a degree in early childhood and/or elementary education.
The Allen-Weiss Scholarship was established in 1993 by Douglas G. and Marie Weiss Allen (Class of 1967), in honor of their parents, Willard B. and Gertrude M. Allen, and Joseph F. and Marie A. Weiss, to provide financial aid for qualified undergraduate students. Preference is given to students from Lackawanna County who are pursuing a degree in the health sciences.
The Alperin Family Scholarship was established in 1985 to provide scholarship support to undergraduate and graduate students on the basis of financial need and scholastic achievement. Preference is given to employees or children of employees of the Alperin Companies, Lackawanna County residents, and Northeastern Pennsylvania residents.
The Frank R. Antosh Endowed Scholarship was established in 2003 by Dorothy Antosh, in memory of her husband, to provide scholarship support for students majoring in the Aviation Management Program with strong academic performance.
The Anita Appleton ’40 Scholarship was established in 2002 by Anita Stone Appleton, to provide scholarship support to Lackawanna County residents. Preference is given to juniors or seniors from Lackawanna County who are majoring in accounting.
The Kathleen Baker Scholarship was established in 2003 to provide scholarship support for undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need with preference given to those who major in nutrition and dietetics.
The Kathryn Boyle Barrett ’33 Scholarship was established in 1998 by Mr. and Mrs. Charles Rotert to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students in the Department of Music, Theatre, and Dance with preference to piano students.
The Katherine Mills Bartell Endowed Scholarship was established in 2007 by Peggy McLaine ’70 and her sisters and family to provide financial aid for undergraduate students with preference given to first generation female students of single parents.
The Margaret “Peggy” Brennan Bermel ’75 Memorial Endowed Scholarship was established in 2015 by Thomas Bermel in memory of his wife, Peggy, to provide scholarship support for full time undergraduates with preference given to female students residing in Lackawanna County.
The Fannie and Joseph Bifano Memorial Scholarship was established in 2005 by Dr. Rose Marie A. Petrucelli to provide scholarship support to needy undergraduate students with preference given to those majoring in science.
The John Blackledge and the Mary Blackledge Hitzel ’75 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2007 by John and Jean Blackledge Sweeney to provide financial aid for undergraduate students with preference given to students majoring in elementary education and/or secondary education with financial need.
The Joseph P. and Gertrude Grindel Blier ’44 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2005 by the Blier, Connery, and Grindel families to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students with preference given to those with majors in the School of Business and Global Innovation.
The Dr. and Mrs. Stanley W. Blondek Scholarship was established in 2012 by Dr. and Mrs. Stanley W. Blondek for graduate or undergraduate students with preference given to students pursuing a degree in the physician’s assistant program.
The William and Marie Robilotta ’51 Bowe Scholarship was established in 1997 to provide scholarship support for a needy undergraduate student demonstrating academic excellence.
The Marguerite R. Bowen Scholarship was established in 2003 to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students with preference given to students majoring in medically related studies.
The Dr. Joseph T. and Anne Ferguson Boylan Scholarship was established in 1989 by their children to provide scholarship support to qualified undergraduate students.
The Colonels Lorraine Rupp Breen ’78 and Richard H. Breen, Jr. Scholarship was established in 2018 by Cols. Lorraine and Richard Breen to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students with a preference given to a junior majoring in nutrition and dietetics or a health-related field who also demonstrates community related commitment to service.
The Thomas J. Brennan Memorial Endowed Scholarship was established in 2006 by Mrs. Dawn Brennan in memory of her late husband, Thomas J., to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students with preference given to those pursuing a degree in science.
The Margaret Briggs Foundation Scholarship was established in 1995 to provide financial assistance to full-time undergraduate students on the basis of demonstrated financial need and scholastic achievement. Preference is given to residents of Lackawanna County.
The William and Elizabeth Burkavage Scholarship was established in 1986 to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students.
The Cynthia Caffrey ’71 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2012 by Robert and Catherine Gilligan Quinnan in memory of the late Cynthia Caffrey to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students in the College of Health and Human Services. Preference is given to incoming freshmen who are graduates of Lackawanna County high schools with outstanding academics.
The Caldwell Memorial Scholarship was established in 1993 by the estate of Angenette M. Caldwell to provide financial aid for undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need. Preference is given to students who are pursuing a degree in nursing.
The William and Carmel Callahan Scholarship was established in 1999 to provide scholarship support to graduate or undergraduate students with preference given to legal residents of the island of St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands.
The Reverend William J. Campbell Scholarship Fund was established in 1983 in honor of the twenty-fifth anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood. Preference is given to a student from the Diocese of Scranton.
The Jean Cavanagh ’29 and Patricia Gavin Walsh ’61 Scholarship was established in 2000 to provide scholarship support for undergraduate students on the basis of financial need.
The Sister Maria Walter Cavanagh, IHM Scholarship was established in 1989 to provide scholarship support, on the basis of financial need, to students in the Department of Music, Theatre, and Dance who are studying stringed instruments or conducting.
The James and Marion Clauss Scholarship was established in 1979 in honor of Sister Kathryn Clauss, IHM and Marie Clauss Acculto, to aid needy students.
The Miriam Padden Coady ’63 Scholarship was established in 1999 by James M. and Miriam Padden Coady to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students majoring in Spanish or pursuing teaching certification in Spanish and is selected on the basis of academic performance and financial need.
The Michaela M. Cohan ’65 Scholarship was established in 1999 by George & Lauretta Rondash to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students with preference given to those majoring in theater arts.
The Sister M. Alphonsa Concilio, IHM Scholarship was established in 1996 by Jane E. McGowty ’46 to provide scholarship support for undergraduate students. Preference is given to students majoring in voice.
The Patricia Godwin Condron ’41 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2006 by Philip R. Condron to provide scholarship support to an undergraduate student demonstrating financial need with preference given to those majoring in theatre.
The Congregation of Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Endowed Scholarship was established in 2002 by the Sisters to provide scholarship support to needy undergraduate students.
The Dr. Francis J. and Mary Allan Conlan Endowed Scholarship was established in 2004 by Mary K. Conlan, in memory of her parents, to provide scholarship support to needy students with preference given to those majoring in the fields of education, social science, or psychology.
The Mary Louise Egan Conway Scholarship was established in 1992 by Dr. William M. Conway in memory of his wife, to provide financial aid for undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need.
The Louis and Ernestine DeSarro Cortese Scholarship was established in 1998 by Mr. Vincent Cortese in honor of his parents to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students majoring in nutrition and dietetics.
The Louis R. and Lucy A. Costanzo Scholarship was established in 1988 to provide scholarship support to qualified undergraduate students.
The Cottone Family Scholarship was established in 1999, through a bequest by Dr. Benjamin Cottone in honor of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Salvatore Cottone, to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students on the basis of academic performance and financial need.
The Dr. Benjamin J. Cottone Scholarship was established in 1996 by the donor to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students with preference given to those majoring in nursing.
The Elizabeth Curran Memorial Scholarship was established in 1987 to provide scholarship support to students on the basis of scholastic achievement.
The Laura A. Davis Memorial Scholarship was established in 2001 in memory of Laura A. Davis, a Marywood graduate and life-long teacher in the Scranton School District, to provide scholarship support to an incoming freshman with academic excellence who is a graduate of the Scranton School District and who plans to major in education.
The William M. Dawson Communication Arts Scholarship was established in 1997 by Dr. Geraldine Truslow Dawson and Family to provide scholarship support for undergraduate students with preference given to those in the Communication Arts Department.
The Michael J. and Gwen Calabro Delfino Scholarship was established in 2002 to provide scholarship support to undergraduates with preference given to education majors from the upper valley area of Scranton, PA.
The Sister Espiritu Dempsey, IHM, Ph.D. Endowed Scholarship was established in 2012 by faculty, friends, and former students of Sister Espiritu Dempsey to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students.
The DeNaples Scholarship was established in 1987 to provide scholarship support to outstanding undergraduate students who have demonstrated scholastic achievement.
The Ann Celli DiMattio ’87 B.S. and ’93 M.S. Endowed Scholarship was established in 2007 by her husband, Christopher L. DiMattio, to provide financial aid for undergraduate students with preference given to students majoring in nutrition and dietetics.
The Monsignor William L. Donovan Endowed Scholarship was established in 2006 to provide aid for students with financial need, to support their education in undergraduate or graduate work.
The Dorothy Buss Dreby and Wallace S. Dreby Memorial Scholarship was established in 2009 by the estate of the late Dorothy Dreby to provide aid for undergraduate students with financial need, with preference given to those majoring in nutrition and dietetics.
The Christine ’41 and Louise A. '44 Druffner Scholarship was established in 2000 by Louise Druffner to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students.
The Judge Ann Bender Dufficy ’37 Scholarship was established in 1997 by Ann Bender Dufficy ’37 to provide scholarship support for female undergraduates enrolled in the legal studies program.
The Helen T. Duffy Memorial Scholarship was established in 1988 to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students on the basis of scholastic achievement.
The John J. and Joanne M. Durkin Dunn, Sr. Scholarship was established in 1997 by the donors to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students.
The Florence D’Urso Scholarship was established in 1991 by Florence D’Urso to provide financial aid for female undergraduate students with preference given to art, interior design and music majors.
The Nell Walsh Ealy Scholarship was established in 1996 by Eleanor Ealy ’47 to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students. Preference is given to students who are residents of Carbondale, PA.
The Educational Freedom Award was established in 1991 by Joseph B. McCaffrey to provide financial aid for male and female undergraduate students. Preference is given to students graduating from parochial high schools within the Scranton area and then, if necessary, expanded to include parochial high school students within the Diocese of Scranton.
The Caroline Edwards Memorial Scholarship was established in 1988 to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students on the basis of scholastic achievement.
The Claire Ginty Edwards Endowed Scholarship was established in 2005 by John P. Sweeney, Sr. and Jean Blackledge Sweeney to provide scholarship support to needy undergraduate students with preference given to students in the Department of Music, Theater, and Dance whose major is in music.
The Michael J. Egan Scholarship was established in 1990 by Bernard A. Egan, Esquire, to provide financial aid for qualified undergraduate students with financial need.
The R. Duane Elvidge Scholarship was established in 1992 to provide financial aid for qualified undergraduate students. Preference is given to students in the Communication Arts Department.
The Monsignor John A. Esseff Scholarship was established in 2005, by family and friends in honor of Monsignor’s Golden Jubilee, to provide scholarship support for needy undergraduate students with preference given to those who reside in the Diocese of Scranton.
The Tom and Jane Ferguson Endowed Scholarship was established in 2012 by the family of Tom and Jane Ferguson. Preference is given to undergraduate students who combine academic service with a passion for music, performance or dedication to the healing arts.
The Angelo & Pio Ferrario Memorial Endowed Scholarship was established in 2014 by Pia Ferrario in memory of her parents. Preference is given to undergraduate and graduate students with financial need.
The Anne M. Finnan ’43 Scholarship was established in 1999 by Eugene W. Finnan to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students majoring in music.
The Anne Joyce Flanagan Class of ’32 and Marie Longo Delmonte Class of ’44 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2012 by the Flanagan and Delmonte families in memory of their mother and mother-in-law. Preference is given to an undergraduate junior or senior majoring in education.
The Carolyn Reddon Flanagan ’56 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2018 by Donald M. Flanagan, Esq., to honor his wife’s commitment to education and her community by supporting undergraduate students with preference given to Susquehanna Community High School graduates and residents of Susquehanna County.
The Anna and James Foley Scholarship was established in 1996 by Sister Ave Maria Foley, IHM, in honor of her parents, to provide scholarship support for needy undergraduate students. Preference is given to students majoring in art education.
The James Foley, Jr. and Dr. John W. Leahey Scholarship was established in 1996 by Sister Ave Maria Foley, IHM, in honor of her brother and uncle, to provide scholarship support to needy undergraduate students.
The Sister M. Jamesine Fraser IHM Scholarship was established in 1985 to provide scholarship support to full-time matriculating undergraduate students who major in nutrition and dietetics and who demonstrate financial need.
The Paul Fricchione Scholarship was established in 1995 by Mr. and Mrs. Patrick A. Fricchione, Sr., in memory of their son, to provide scholarship support for needy undergraduates pursuing a major in the sciences.
The Jerome F. Gaudenzi Scholarship was established in 1990 by Sandra and Paul Montrone to provide financial aid for worthy female students. Preference is given to females of Italian heritage from the Scranton area.
The Sister M. Judith Gavigan IHM Scholarship was established in 2001 to provide scholarship support for undergraduate students majoring in music.
The Edward and Alba Lori Gayeski Scholarship was established in 1993 by Mrs. Alba Gayeski in memory of her late husband, Edward, to provide scholarship support for qualified undergraduate students with preference given to those studying interior design.
The Jean D. Gerod Scholarship was established in 1995 to provide scholarship support for female undergraduate students with preference given to those majoring in the natural sciences, mathematics or computer science.
The Gerrity’s Supermarkets Scholarship was established in 2018 to aid deserving undergraduate students majoring in education or business with special consideration given to qualified employees of Gerrity’s Supermarkets and their eligible dependent children.
The Madelyn Solo Ghilardi Endowed Scholarship was established in 2012 in the estate of the late Madelyn Solo Ghilardi to support needy undergraduate students with preference given to female students.
The Carol E. Greenblatt Scholarship was established in 2000 to provide financial aid for male and female graduate and undergraduate students, with preference given to those in the School of Social Work.
The Kristy Grega Memorial Scholarship was established in 2000 to provide scholarship support for undergraduate students with a preference given to graduates of Mid-Valley High School, Throop, PA.
The John S. and Lucille Guzey Scholarship was established in 1982 to provide scholarship support to needy undergraduate students. Preference is given to students from St. Tikhon’s Orthodox Theological Seminary.
The Mary S. Foran Haman ’48 and Donald T. Haman Endowed Scholarship was established by Mary and Donald Haman to provide support for promising undergraduate and graduate students in need of financial assistance.
The Rudolph Hanzi Scholarship was established in 2000, by Evelyn V. McPherson, to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students with preference given to females with financial need.
The Eleanor (Yevitz) Haselhuhn ’45 and the Irene (Yevitz) Kotz ’47 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2004 to provide financial aid for undergraduate students with a preference given to students majoring in nutrition and dietetics.
Paul A. Henry Memorial Scholarship was established in 2004 by Dr. Ann R. Henry ’73 in memory of her father, to provide scholarship support to needy undergraduate and graduate students with preference given to those studying nursing or a health-related field.
The Sabine Santin Hersh ’43 Scholarship was established in 1997 by Jack S. Hersh to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students studying music in the Department of Music, Theatre, and Dance.
The Sister Wilhelmina Hill, IHM Endowed Scholarship was established in 2015 by Dr. Midori Yamanouchi in memory of her friend to provide scholarship support for needy undergraduate students.
The Theodore U. Horger Endowed Scholarship for Artists of the Future was established in 2014 by David and Ann Hawk to engage, educate, inspire, and create artists of the future by supporting a student majoring in a program in the Department of Music, Theatre, and Dance or a program in the Department of Art.
The W. Mark and Patricia Kucab Horvath ’57 Scholarship was established in 2004 by Patricia Kucab Horvath to support undergraduate students with preference given to those majoring in the School of Education or communication arts in the Multimedia Communication Department.
The Todd Houser Endowed Scholarship was established in 2003 by Dr. Thomas H. Houser, in memory of his nephew, to provide scholarship support for students majoring in any area of the music program with strong academic performance. Recommendations are made by the Department of Music, Theatre, and Dance.
The Frank and Jean Hubbard Scholarship was established in 1989 to provide scholarship support to qualified graduates of North Pocono High School.
The Randy Huester Scholarship was established in 2003 by Marie Troy Huester and Jerry Huester in memory of their son. Preference is given to a male junior or sophomore majoring in physical education.
The Mildred Hammond Hunkele Endowed Scholarship was established in 2001 to provide scholarship support to needy graduate and undergraduate students.
The Kathleen Bride Hurley ’67 and J. Gaven Hurley Scholarship was established in 2018 by Kathleen and Gaven Hurley to provide scholarship support to full time undergraduate students majoring in music education who demonstrate academic achievement and financial need.
The Catherine Boylan Hussie Scholarship was established in 1988 to provide scholarship support to graduate and undergraduate students on the basis of financial need.
The JAN-65-JWN Scholarship was established in 2018 to provide scholarship support to sophomores, juniors, and seniors from northeastern Pennsylvania who are majoring in science, education, or a health-related field and who demonstrate academic achievement and financial need.
The Kathryn M. Jenkes Endowed Scholarship was established in 2003 to provide scholarship support to qualified undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need.
The St. Joseph’s Scholarship was established by Mrs. Norma Agati in 1985, in memory of her late husband, Guy, to provide scholarship aid to qualified female undergraduates who are majoring in special education and who demonstrate financial need.
The Gerard P. and Linda Joyce Scholarship was established in 1987 to provide scholarship support to outstanding undergraduate students who demonstrate scholastic achievement.
The Rose Cortese Julian Scholarship was established in 1999 by Mr. Vincent Cortese to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students majoring in English language, literature or art.
The Richard and Erin Kane Endowed Scholarship was established in 2008 to provide financial aid for undergraduate students with preference given to students from northeastern Pennsylvania.
The Kane Family Scholarship was established in 2018 by members of the Kane Family to pay tribute to the Kane Family aunts and uncles who were committed to higher education, Catholic values, and family during their lifetimes. The scholarship provides support to qualified undergraduates with financial need and gives preference to those pursuing a degree in education.
The MaryCarol Tighe Kanton B.S. ’64 and M.A. ’71 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2006 by the donor to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students with preference given to students from Lackawanna County (PA) majoring in elementary education who are preparing for a career in teaching.
The John A. and Rosemary C. Kazimer ’41 Scholarship was established in 2003 to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students with preference given to those majoring in a degree in the School of Education.
The Sister Michel Keenan, IHM Endowed Scholarship was established in 2010 in honor of Sister Michel Keenan, IHM through the bequest of her late sister, Mary Keenan Hecht, to provide financial aid to graduate or undergraduate students. Preference is given to females studying music or music education.
The Peter Kohudic Scholarship was established in 1995 to provide financial aid for graduate or undergraduate students with first preference given to students who are communicants of the Orthodox Christian Faith who are of at least sophomore status, especially those students from St. Tikhon’s Orthodox Theological Seminary. Second preference is given to students majoring in social work who are sophomores, juniors, or seniors.
The Stephen and Elizabeth Collins Kucab Scholarship was established in 1985 by Patricia Kucab Horvath ’57 to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students. Preference is given to members of St. Mary of Mount Carmel Parish, Dunmore, PA. and residents of Dunmore, PA.
The L.F. Brands Scholarship was established in 2001 to provide scholarship support to undergraduate and graduate students with financial need.
The Angela R. Sette LaVerghetta and Frank E. LaVerghetta Scholarship was established in 1985 to provide scholarship support to qualified undergraduate students with preference given to students majoring in music or communication arts.
The Alice Lawrence Memorial Scholarship was established in 1991 by Lora Diggins to provide financial aid for a graduate or undergraduate student pursuing a career-oriented degree. Preference is given to an adult female (over 35 years of age) returning to school to complete her degree or career choice.
The Mary Donnelly Lenahan ’43 Pre-Law Scholarship was established in 1989 by the Lenahan family to provide scholarship assistance to a senior undergraduate student pursuing a pre-law track offered by the Department of Social Sciences. The Pre-Law Advisor, with the approval of the faculty of the Department of Social Sciences, will make the selection of the recipient of this scholarship each academic year.
The Ellis Richard Levy Scholarship was established in 1989 to provide scholarship support to qualified undergraduates with preference given to special education majors who reside in the Carbondale, Pennsylvania area.
The Paul Levy and Anne Bronsky Levy Scholarship Fund was established by the estate of Ann Bronsky Levy ’36 to support graduate and undergraduate students with financial need.
The Mary Kearney Lockery Scholarship was established in 1976 by Francis Kearney in memory of his sister to provide scholarship support and financial aid for needy undergraduate students.
The Sister M. Lucretia Scholarship Fund was established in 1964 to aid worthy undergraduate music students.
The Kathleen Howley MacDonald Scholarship was established in 2001 to provide scholarship support for an incoming freshman student.
The Dorothy Brelish ’67 Magnotta and Albert Magnotta Scholarship was established in 2017 by Dorothy and Albert Magnotta to support an incoming freshman who graduated from the North Pocono School District. Preference is given to students studying music, architecture, physician assistant studies, or nursing. The recipient is announced at the North Pocono High School awards banquet each May.
The Robert J. Mahady Scholarship was established in 2000 by Mrs. Betty Mahady to provide scholarship support for undergraduate and graduate students with preference given to those majoring in a degree in the School of Business and Global Innovation.
The Margaret Mills Manley Scholarship was established in 2000 to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students on the basis of financial need.
The Ann M. Manno ’42, Pat A. Manno, Angelo S. Manno, and Angeline Ciliberti Manno Endowed Scholarship was established in 2006 by Ann M. and Pat A. Manno, in loving memory of their parents, to provide scholarship support to needy undergraduate students who are residents of Lackawanna County (PA) and work part time while attending school. Preference is given to accounting majors and, secondarily, to students majoring in special education or the physician assistant program.
The Raymond F. Martinetti, Ph.D., Scholarship was established in 2011 by family, friends, and former students of Raymond F. Martinetti, Ph.D. Preference is given to undergraduate students majoring in psychology.
The Luke and Margaret Mahady Martyn (Martin) Scholarship was established in 2002, by Dr. and Mrs. John P. Martin in memory of Dr. John P. Martin’s parents, to provide scholarship support to needy undergraduate students.
The Mary “Home Ec” Scholarship was established in 1994 by Ms. Nell Ann Matulevich in honor of her late sister, Mary “Home Ec,” to provide scholarship support to undergraduates, with preference given to students studying nutrition and dietetics.
The Sister Patricia Ann Matthews, IHM, Ph.D. Endowed Scholarship was established in 2009 by family, friends, and former students of Sister Patricia Ann to provide financial aid for undergraduate and graduate students to support their education.
The Charles J. and Margaret S. McCarty Endowed Scholarship was established in 2014 by Margaret “Peggy” McCarty ’67 in memory of her parents to provide financial aid for graduate and undergraduate students. Preference is given to students from the Lehigh Valley and/or students majoring in English or communications.
The Jane Langan McLaughlin Scholarship was established in 1993 by Mrs. McLaughlin (Class of 1927), to provide financial aid for female undergraduate students. Preference is given to students majoring in mathematics, computer science, accounting and/or finance, or related fields who are recent high school graduates (within the last five (5) years).
The Minnie McLean Scholarship was established in 1996 by William G. McLean in honor of his sister, Class of 1935, to provide scholarship support for female undergraduate students. Preference is given to students in the School of Business and Global Innovation who are residents of Scranton, PA.
The William B. and Mary Carden McMullen Scholarship was established in 1990 by Mary Carden McMullen to provide financial aid to undergraduate students with a preference given to students with financial need.
The Dorothy R. McNulty Scholarship was established in 1990 by Dorothy R. McNulty to provide scholarship support for qualified undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need.
The Melvin, Murnin, and Willis Endowed Scholarship was established by the late Mary Ann Willis Currie ’62 in memory of and in tribute to deceased members of the Melvin, Murnin, and Willis families. Preference is given to worthy undergraduate students majoring in education with a minimum QPA of 3.5.
The Helen Dever Miegoc Memorial Scholarship was established in 1983 by her sons and daughters in memory of their mother, Marywood Class of 1935 alumna, to provide scholarship support to qualified undergraduate female students who have suffered the loss of a parent or spouse. Recipients must also demonstrate academic achievements and participate in charitable endeavors.
The John Millington Aviation Endowed Scholarship was established in 2009 by his family, friends, and students. Preference will be given to students in the Aviation Management Program.
The William S. Molloy Scholarship was established in 2001, by Mary E. Molloy in honor of her father, to provide scholarship support for undergraduate students.
The Montella-Carpentier Scholarship was established in 1993 by Marie Carpentier ’67, in honor of Theresa Montella Carpentier and Fred C. Carpentier to provide financial aid for female undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need. Preference is given to adult women entering Marywood University for the first time or who are returning to complete their degree.
The Mulderig Family Scholarship Fund was established in 2014 through the bequest of Mildred Mulderig Adonizio ’61 to provide financial aid for undergraduate students. Preference is given to freshmen from northeastern Pennsylvania.
The Marcella Convey Mullaney Scholarship was established in 1997 by the family to aid needy female undergraduate students.
The Claire Kathleen Mulrooney Endowed Scholarship was established in 2002 to provide scholarship support to undergraduates with financial need. Preference is given to juniors or seniors majoring in special education who reside in Lackawanna, Wayne, or Susquehanna Counties of Pennsylvania.
The Sister Anne Munley, IHM, Ph.D., Endowed Scholarship was established in 2012 by the late Florence D’Urso ’55 in honor of Sister Anne Munley, IHM, 11th President of Marywood University. Preference is given to undergraduate females who demonstrate financial need.
The Honorable Marion L. Munley Endowed Scholarship was established in 2009 by Munley, Munley and Cartwright, PC. in recognition of Mrs. Munley’s outstanding career as a mother and as the first woman elected to the Legislature from northeastern Pennsylvania. Her career in the House of Representatives spanned 20 years (including being elected Secretary by her fellow members) until she retired in 1967. Preference is given to worthy graduate or undergraduate students interested in a career in law and/or public service.
The Elizabeth Scott Murphy ’36 Scholarship was established in 1996 by students and friends of Betty Scott Murphy, under the leadership of Carol Armezzani Howell ’67 and Mary Jane Milner Memolo ’59 to provide scholarship support to needy undergraduate students. Preference is given to students majoring in nutrition and dietetics or early childhood education.
The Mary Alice Collins Murray ’51 Scholarship was established in 1998 to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students with preference given to those majoring in any field of science, music, or nursing.
The Sister M. Coleman Nee, IHM Scholarship was established in 1986 by the Board of Trustees in honor of Sister M. Coleman Nee, president emerita of Marywood University. Funds from this scholarship are awarded to undergraduate students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement.
The Charlotte W. Newcombe Foundation Endowed Scholarship was established in 1999 to provide financial aid for mature women and men for whom a Marywood University education will provide the basis of a second career.
The Louise, Pasquale, and Pauline Notartomaso Scholarship was established in 1998 by Ann M. Manno ’42 and Pat A. Manno, her brother, to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students.
The Mary Ann O’Hara ’58 and Julia O’Hara Murphy ’67 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2018 by the sisters to provide scholarship support to full-time undergraduate students with academic achievement and financial need.
The Ann and Mary O’Hora, Edwin and Irene O’Hora Burkhouse Endowed Scholarship was established in 2009 by Barbara J. ’63 and Ellen M. ’66 Burkhouse to provide financial aid for undergraduate students. Preference is given to first-generation college students in the College of Professional Studies enrolled in teacher education programs.
The Thomas and Rosemary Halligan O’Hora, Jr. Endowed Scholarship was established in 2012 from the estate of the late Thomas and Rosemary Halligan O’Hora ’52 to support needy undergraduate and graduate students.
The Sister M. Dionysia O’Leary, IHM Scholarship was established in 2005 to provide scholarship support to full-time undergraduates with preference given to those majoring in art.
The Germaine O’Neil ’33 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2018 by Mary O’Neil Dunkerly ’63 and her siblings in honor of their mother and her commitment to education and to Marywood. The scholarship provides support to full-time undergraduate students who demonstrate academic achievement and financial need with preference given to education majors.
The Mother Germaine O’Neil Scholarship was established in 1995 by Mrs. Germaine O’Neil ’33 in honor of her aunt, Mother Germaine, IHM, founder of Marywood College, to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students with preference given to those studying music.
The Sister M. Johnine O’Neill, IHM Endowed Scholarship was established by friends and family in 1993. Preference is given to undergraduate or graduate students who are currently employed and wish to further their education.
The Anita and George Owen Scholarship was established in 1996 to provide scholarship support for undergraduate students majoring in nutrition and dietetics.
The Alfred H. and Margaret Leech Pace Scholarship was established in 1997 by Mary Therese Pace ’47 to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students. Preference is given to students in the Department of Music, Theatre, and Dance, for whom the primary instrument is piano.
The Dominic Pace Scholarship was established in 1978 by Reverend William J. Pace, in memory of his father, for the purpose of aiding needy undergraduate students.
The Leonard D. Pace Scholarship was established in 1991 by Reverend William J. Pace to provide financial aid for undergraduate students. Preference is given to needy students, preferably from St. Anthony of Padua Church, Dunmore, PA.
The Mary I. Pace Scholarship was established in 1992 by Reverend William J. Pace, in memory of his mother, to provide financial aid for undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need.
The Dorothy T. Paoli Endowed Scholarship was established in 2008 by the friends and family of Dorothy T. Paoli to provide financial aid for undergraduate students. Preference is given to students from the Scranton, PA area.
The Sister M. Reginald Patterson, IHM Scholarship was established in 1997 by students, friends, and colleagues of Sister M. Reginald to provide scholarship support for a full- time undergraduate student pursuing a degree in music.
The Josephine Nancy LaRocco Pavelick Endowed Scholarship was established in 2014 by her son, Edward Pavelick, and her dear friend Daniel McManus, to provide scholarship support for incoming freshmen with financial need. Preference is given to students from the Hazelton area.
The John Peragallo, Jr. Endowed Scholarship was established by John Peragallo, III, family, and friends to support undergraduate or graduate students with preference given to music majors with organ as an applied performance concentration.
The Sister Mary Persico, IHM, ’69 Ed.D. Endowed Scholarship was established in 2020 by the Board of Trustees in celebration of Sister Mary Persico’s 50th Jubilee. The Board especially wanted to honor Sister Mary, Marywood’s 12th President, for her abiding faithfulness and commitment to her vocation, to the values and mission of Marywood, and to Marywood students by endowing this scholarship in her name to support undergraduate students with financial need.
The John R. and Maureen McHugh ’54 Pesavento Endowed Scholarship was established in 1997, by the donors, to provide scholarship support for undergraduate students.
The Albert and Elizabeth Loughran Peters ’48 Scholarship was established by an estate gift by the donors in 2019 to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students on the basis of financial need and talent with preference given to students majoring in applied arts, piano or voice, or dramatics.
The Judith Piznar Scholarship was established in 1989 to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students. Preference is given to students majoring in education or religious studies who demonstrate leadership and involvement in college or community activities.
The Pope John Paul II Scholarship was established in 1996 by Mrs. Florence Perkoski D’Urso ’55 in honor of His Holiness, Pope John Paul II, to provide scholarship support for female undergraduate students.
The Marcia A. Plesko ’64 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2006 by Zeena Plesko in memory of her sister to provide financial aid for undergraduate students to support their education.
The Robert and Catherine Gilligan Quinnan Endowed Scholarship was established in 2011 by Robert and Catherine Quinnan ’61 to support undergraduate students in either the College of Professional Studies or the College of Health and Human Services. Preference is given to undergraduate students who have graduated from Holy Cross, Dunmore, or other high schools in Lackawanna County.
The Terry D. and Victoria K. Randall ’69 Scholarship was established in 2011 by Terry and Victoria Randall. Preference is given to female undergraduate students majoring in accounting.
The Virginia O’Malley Raymond Endowed Scholarship was established in 2010 by family and friends in loving memory of the late Virginia Raymond to aid undergraduate students with preference given to women from the Scranton/Wilkes Barre area who need financial assistance to obtain their educational goals.
The Sister Mary Reap, IHM Scholarship was established in 1995 by Wyatt Cafeterias, Inc., in honor of Sister Mary, the tenth president of Marywood University, to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students with preference given to those studying the areas of hotel/restaurant management, or nutrition and dietetics.
The Sister Mary Reap, IHM Scholarship was established in 1999 by Florence Perkosky D’Urso ’55 to provide scholarship support to female undergraduate students with preference given to those majoring in education and related studies.
The Emily Ann Rechlicz Memorial Scholarship was established in 2015 in memory of Emily Rechlicz ’13 by her grandparents, Daniel and Judith Millett. The scholarship highlights Emily’s kindness and her devotion to Marywood’s Physician Assistant program by providing aid to undergraduate students with preference given to those in the Physician Assistant program.
The Charles and Loretta Mulrooney Reilly Scholarship was established in 2003 by Evelyn and Katherine Reilly, in memory of their parents, to provide scholarship support for undergraduate students with preference given to those majoring in elementary education who are residents of Scranton, PA.
The Dr. William and Karla Rieger Scholarship was established in 1993 to provide financial aid for undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need. Preference is given to students pursuing a degree in economics or history.
The J. Gerald and Marian Spitzer Robling ’40 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2006 by Mr. J. Gerald Robling to provide financial aid for undergraduate students. Preference is given to students majoring in education and/or business who are from Lackawanna County.
The Helen Scanlon Ruane Endowed Scholarship was established in 2001 by Rosemary Ruane ’46 in honor of her mother Helen Scanlon Ruane ’38 to support deserving undergraduate and graduate students with financial need.
The Alice Marie Ruddy and Anne Clare Ruddy Scholarship was established in 2001 to provide scholarship support to a Catholic female undergraduate student from Scranton, PA, who is a first-generation college student.
The Mary Moyles Ruddy and John J. Ruddy Scholarship was established in 2001 to provide scholarship support to a Catholic female undergraduate student from Scranton, PA, who is a first-generation college student.
The Sadowski-Ambuske Family Endowed Scholarship was established in 2006 by Dr. Barbara R. Sadowski and Dr. Robert P. Sadowski to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students with preference given to those majoring in mathematics education.
The Mary Elizabeth Salmon Scholarship was established in 2002 by William A. Salmon and Regina Salmon in memory of their daughter to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students with preference given to those studying environmental sciences with financial need.
The Sister Diane Saraceni, IHM Scholarship was established in 1995 by Mrs. Anna Saraceni in honor of her late daughter, Sister Diane, to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students studying music therapy.
The John J. and Marie Schofield Scholarship Fund was established in 1980 to provide scholarship support and financial aid to needy undergraduate students.
The Schwartz-Mack Foundation Endowed Scholarship was established in 2014 by Esther K. Schwartz to provide scholarship assistance to undergraduate students with preference given first to those majoring in music and second to those residing in Lackawanna County.
The Helen M. Sebastianelli ’53 Endowed Music Scholarship was established in 2011 by the family and friends of the late Helen Sebastianelli ’53. Preference is given to students who are Lackawanna County residents majoring in music.
The Mr. and Mrs. Ludovico Severino Scholarship was established in 1994 by Sister M. Immaculate Severino, IHM, in memory of her parents, to provide financial aid for undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need. Preference is given to students studying piano and pursuing a Bachelor of Music degree in music education or performance.
The Charles and Catherine Sheridan Scholarship was established in 2014 by the late Anne M. Sheridan ’52, in memory of her parents to provide financial assistance for undergraduate students pursuing a degree in elementary education. Preference is given to residents of Scranton and/or Lackawanna County.
The Paul J. Shields Endowed Scholarship was established in 2004 by Virginia P. Shields, in honor of her husband to pay tribute to his leadership, dedication, and commitment to higher education, by providing scholarship support to needy undergraduate students.
The Matthew J. and Mary J. Pesavento Sienkiewich Scholarship was established in 2012 from the estate of the late Mary J. Sienkiewich. Preference is given to undergraduate students from Dunmore beginning in their sophomore year.
The Dr. Frank Sottile Endowed Scholarship was established in 2011 through the estate of his mother, the late Mrs. Josephine Sottile. Preference is given to worthy undergraduate students who are pursuing a degree in the field of education.
The Barbara Sowinski Endowed Scholarship was established by Barbara Sowinski, M.A. ’00 in 2016 as a merit-based award to benefit graduate and undergraduate students majoring in the field of Architecture.
The Donald B. and Dorothy L. Stabler Foundation Scholarship was established in 2019 by the foundation in honor of Donald and Dorothy Stabler’s commitment to education and giving back to others. The scholarships supports undergraduate students with financial need and asks that recipients pledge a “debt of conscience” to give back to Marywood after graduation to ensure that others that follow them will be granted the same opportunities they were given.
The Mary Donohue Stahl ’36 Scholarship was established in 1996 by her estate to provide financial aid to undergraduate students without preference or restriction.
The Sally Smith Stewart ’66 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2009 by her husband, Peter G. Stewart, to provide financial aid for undergraduate students who have financial need.
The Student Government Leadership Scholarship was established in 1989 to provide scholarship support to junior or senior students with preference given to those who are active in student government.
The Dr. Philip J. Tama Endowed Scholarship was established in 2006 by Peter and Margaret Mary Tama Hovell ’63, Alan and Judith Tama Page ’70, and Bettie Platt Tama, in honor of Dr. Philip J. Tama, who served on the faculty at Marywood University for 37 years and was the former chairman of the English Department. Preference is given to undergraduate students with financial need.
The Tedesco Rosato Endowed Scholarship was established in 2006 by Claire Rosato Tedesco ’42 and Joseph A. Tedesco to provide scholarship support to needy undergraduate students.
The Elizabeth and Margaret Teevan Endowed Scholarship was established in 2003 from the estate of Edward J. Grady to provide scholarship support to needy undergraduate students.
The Mother Teresa Scholarship was established in 1999 by Florence Perkosky D’Urso ’55 to provide scholarship support to female undergraduate students with preference given to those studying sociology and related fields.
The Times Shamrock Communications, Lynda Mulligan Lynett and Patricia Brady Lynett Scholarship Fund was established in 1996 to provide financial aid for undergraduate students. The scholarship fund assists employees and children of employees of Times Shamrock Communications with their education at Marywood University. A minimum of one year of service is required, and the applicant must still be employed at the time of application.
The Tirpak Family Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 2019 from the estate of Regina Tirpak ’59, M.S. ’66 to benefit female students studying nutrition and dietetics who have financial need.
The Mary Ann Guarniere Toole ’60 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2005 by Patrick A. Toole to provide scholarship support to needy undergraduate students with a preference given to qualified female students who graduated from Pittston Area Senior High School, Pittston, PA.
The Toole Scholars Endowed Fund was established in 2018 by James and Molly Conahan Toole ’65 to support undergraduate students with financial need and demonstrated academic achievement.
The Joyce and David Tressler Scholarship was established in 1997 by the donors to provide scholarship support to an undergraduate student actively involved in volunteer services/ leadership roles. Preference is given to residents of Lackawanna County, PA.
The Troy-Shaklee Scholarship Fund was established in 2007 from the estate of Elizabeth Troy Shaklee. Preference is given to freshman students with financial need.
The Rose Robling Ulrich ’33 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2007 by Mr. J. Gerald Robling to provide financial aid for one student residing in Lackawanna or Wyoming County in northeastern PA. Preference is given to students majoring in special education.
The Scranton Chapter of UNICO National Foundation Scholarship was established in 1992 to provide financial aid for undergraduate students. Preference is given to residents of Lackawanna County.
The Anthony and Josephine Verduce Endowed Scholarship was established in 2006 by Jo Ann Verduce ’87 in honor of her parents to provide scholarship support to needy undergraduate students. Preference is given to graduates of Valley View School District, Archbald, PA.
The John and Elizabeth Moran Vournakes ’43 Scholarship was established in 2001 by Elizabeth Moran Vournakes ’43 to provide scholarship support for undergraduate students with preference to descendants of Reuben Taylor (1732-1807), Native American students, or students majoring in mathematics or science.
The Reverend Michael B. and Elizabeth Warady Family Scholarship was established in 2002 by Eugenia Riordan Mule, in memory of her parents and sister, to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students. Preference is given to those studying nutrition and dietetics and other health-related fields.
The Mollie Eileen Ward ’70 Scholarship was established in 1996 in loving memory of Mollie Ward by her aunt, Jean Donohue ’46, to provide scholarship support for undergraduate students. Preference is given to students majoring in English.
The William J. Weber Endowed Scholarship was established in 2004 by Christopher DiMattio ’88 to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students. Preference is given to those studying music with a focus on instruments.
The Margaret and Giraldus Williams Scholarship was established in 2006 by John and Diane Williams Parks to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students. Preference is given to females who are first generation to attend college who are majoring in the discipline of science.
The Josephine R. and Charles F. Wilson, Sr. Endowed Scholarship was established in 2017 by James A. and Salli Wilson Tuozzolo ’67 in honor of her parents to support full-time undergraduate students majoring in education or business. Preference is given to students from the central New York area (Syracuse, NY, west to Rochester, NY, including the Finger Lakes, and south to Cortland, NY).
The Hugh Wolff Music Scholarship was established in 1986 by the Music Department to provide financial aid for qualified undergraduate students Preference is given to performers of voice, keyboard, and band/orchestra instruments with talent and potential.
The Gene and Florian ZaBach Scholarship was established in 1992 by Florian and Gene Brislin ZaBach to provide financial aid for qualified undergraduate students. Preference is given to students pursuing a degree in journalism or music with a violin major. Alternate consideration is given to students pursuing a degree in communications.
Marywood University Class Scholarships:
The Northeast PA Alumni Club Endowed Scholarship was established in 2002 by Marywood graduates to provide financial support for undergraduate students who live in northeastern Pennsylvania.
The Southeastern Chapter of the Marywood Alumni Association Endowed Scholarship was established in 2005 by members of the Alumni Chapter to provide financial aid for undergraduate students. Preference is given to students from the Southeastern Chapter geographic region (including the states of North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia and Alabama).
The Class of 1948 Scholarship was established in 1998, in honor of the fiftieth anniversary of their graduation, to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students on the basis of academic performance and financial need.
The Class of 1949 Scholarship was established in 1999, in honor of the fiftieth anniversary of their graduation, to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students.
The Class of 1952 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2003, in honor of the 50th Anniversary of the Class of 1952, to provide scholarship support to needy undergraduate students.
The Class of 1954 Endowed Scholarship was established in 1991 by members of the Class of 1954 along with their families and friends to provide scholarship aid to qualified undergraduate students.
The Scholarship in Memory of Deceased Members of the Class of 1955 was established in 2004 to provide scholarship support to needy undergraduate students with preference given to female students majoring in education.
The Deceased Members of the Class of 1957 Memorial Endowed Scholarship was established in 2006 by the Class of 1957 to provide scholarship support to needy graduate or undergraduate students.
The Class of 1958 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2010 by the members of the Class of 1958 to provide aid for graduate or undergraduate students who need financial assistance in pursuing their educational goals and career dreams.
The Class of 1959 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2016 by the Class of 1959 to provide scholarship support to full-time graduate and undergraduate students who need financial assistance.
The Class of 1961/Newcombe Foundation Endowed Scholarship was established in 2017 to provide financial aid for mature women and men for whom a Marywood University education will provide the basis for a second career.
The Class of 1962 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2018 by the Class of 1962 to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students with financial need.
The Class of 1965 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2015 by the members of the Class of 1965 to provide aid to graduate or undergraduate students who need financial assistance.
The Class of 1967 Music Graduates’ Scholarship Award was established in 2017 by music graduates from the Class of 1967 to support full time undergraduate music majors with financial need.
The Class of 1968 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2017 by the Class of 1968 in honor of the fiftieth anniversary of their graduation to support undergraduate and graduate students in the School of Architecture.
The Class of 1969 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2018 by the Class of 1969 in honor of the fiftieth anniversary of their graduation to support undergraduate students with academic achievement and financial need.
The Class of 1970 Endowed Scholarship was established in 2014 by the members of the Class of 1970 to provide financial assistance to undergraduate students.
The Class of 1971 Scholarship was established in 1996 by the members of the Class of 1971 to provide scholarship support for needy undergraduate students.
The Class of 1984 Scholarship was established in 1989 by the Class of 1984 to provide financial aid for full-time male and female undergraduates. Preference is given to those with financial need.
The Class of 1985 Scholarship was established in 1990 by the Class of 1985 to provide financial aid for full-time undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need. Preference is given to students who have exhibited an active interest in high school and college extra-curricular activities or community activities.
The Class of 1986 Scholarship was established in 1991 by members of the Class of 1986 to provide financial assistance to full-time undergraduate students on the basis of financial need who have attained at least a B high school average and participated in activities at the high school or community level. Preference is given to freshmen students.
The Class of 1987 Scholarship was established in 1994 to provide financial assistance to full-time undergraduate students who are actively involved in extracurricular activities. Entering freshmen must be ranked in the top 20 percent of their high school class. Preference is given to descendants of Marywood graduates.
The Class of 1989 Scholarship was established in 1994 by the members of the Class of 1989. Preference is given to first-year students who demonstrate leadership in high-school and/ or college and who show the ability to work with diverse individuals to improve the quality of life.
The Class of 1990 Scholarship was established in 1997 by the donors to provide scholarship support for undergraduate students with preference given to those who demonstrate active involvement in extracurricular activities and community service.
The Class of 2009 Sarah George Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 2014 in memory of Sarah George ’09 by her parents, David and Diana George, and by members of the Class of 2009. Preference is given to undergraduates majoring in biotechnology.