12th ANNUAL

academic excellence SERIES

academic

CONVOCATION

APRIL 30, 2017
2 P.M.
GEMMELL MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM

ALMA MATER
Oh Clarion, dear Clarion
Oh college on the hill
To all the joys of student life
Our hearts will ever thrill
Your silent winding river
It haunts me still.
Oh Clarion, dear Clarion
We pledge our faith to you,
With everlasting love and loyalty
In everything we do,
To you, dear alma mater
We’ll ever be true.

ACADEMIC

convocation

CELEBRATING SCHOLARSHIP
APRIL 30, 2017

Prelude ............................................................................................................................................................................................
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Master of Ceremonies...............................................................................................................................Joseph Croskey
..................................................................................................Director, University Advising Services Center
Posting of National and State Colors......................................................................................................ROTC Cadets

“Star Spangled Banner”...................................................................................Clarion University Chamber Singers
“Alma Mater”.............................................................................................................. Dr. Stephen R. Johnson, Director
Welcome and Opening Remarks................................................................................................ Dr. Todd Pfannestiel
................................................................................................ Interim Provost and Academic Vice President
Student Speaker..........................................................................................................................................Natalia Naranjo
............................. Sociology Major with Minors in Political Science and Women & Gender Studies
Musical Selections..............................................................................................Clarion University Chamber Singers
“Can’t Sleep Love” by Pentatonix
“My Soul’s Been Anchored in the Lord” by Moses Hogan
Speaker.................................................................................................................................................................... James Lyle
.............................................................................................................. Assistant Professor of Communication
Musical Selection......................................................................................................................................................CUPellas
“Happy” by Pharrell Williams
“The Lion Sleeps Tonight” arranged by Kirby Shaw
Presentation of Awards..........................................................................................................................Dr. David Hartley
....................................Associate Dean, College of Business Administration & Information Sciences
.........................................................................................................................................Dr. Brenda Sanders Dédé
............................................................................................... Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs
Outstanding Graduate Students
Syed R. Ali-Zaidi Scholarship Nominees
Other Honorees
Closing............................................................................................................................................................Joseph Croskey
..................................................................................................Director, University Advising Services Center
nal Association,............................................................................................................................................................................
Ushers:
Black Student Union, Clarion International Association, Eagle Ambassadors and ROTC Cadets

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ACADEMIC

convocation

PART OF THE ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE SERIES
SYED R. ALI-ZAIDI AWARD FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE................................................................................. 5
OUTSTANDING GRADUATE STUDENTS....................................................................................................................... 5
OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT................................................................................................................ 6
COLLEGE OF ARTS, EDUCATION AND SCIENCES.................................................................................................... 6
Department of Biology & Geosciences........................................................................................................... 6
Department of Chemistry. Mathematics & Physics.....................................................................................7
Department of Communication......................................................................................................................... 8
Department of English & Modern Languages.............................................................................................. 8
Department of Psychology.................................................................................................................................. 9
Department of Social Sciences.......................................................................................................................... 9
Department of Visual & Performing Arts......................................................................................................10
School of Education....................................................................................................................................................... 11
Department of Education..................................................................................................................................... 11
Department of Special Education.................................................................................................................... 12
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND INFORMATION SCIENCES.............................................. 12
Department of Accountancy............................................................................................................................. 13
Department of Economics..................................................................................................................................14
Department of Finance........................................................................................................................................14
Department of Management & Marketing....................................................................................................15
School of Information Sciences................................................................................................................................16
Department of Computer Information Sciences........................................................................................16
Department of Library Science.........................................................................................................................16
CLARION UNIVERSITY–VENANGO................................................................................................................................. 17
School of Health Sciences...........................................................................................................................................19
Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders............................................................................19
Department of Nursing.......................................................................................................................................20
UNIVERSITY-WIDE AWARDS...........................................................................................................................................20
Athletics...................................................................................................................................................................... 31
Debate........................................................................................................................................................................36
Honors Program.....................................................................................................................................................36
Leadership & Involvement..................................................................................................................................38
Military Science–ROTC.........................................................................................................................................38
Minority Student Services..................................................................................................................................39
Office of International Programs.....................................................................................................................39
Women & Gender Studies..................................................................................................................................39
OTHER FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS...................................................................................................................... 40

Sponsored by:
APSCUF, Division of Academic Affairs, University Book Center, Chartwells,
College of Arts, Education and Sciences, College of Business Administration and Information Sciences,
Student & University Affairs, AFSCME Local 2326, Venango College, Finance & Administration

mace

CLARION UNIVERSITY
In medieval times, the mace was
a weapon held ready to protect
the dignitary in a procession.
Early in the history of the
academy, the mace was
borrowed from royalty and
utilized to symbolize the
power of the rector of
the university, a power
shared with the faculty.
Over time, symbols of
learning were incorporated into the mace,
transferring the power
from a person to the process
of education. The position of
mace bearer is one of honor
given to a senior member
of the faculty.

Fashioned after Byzantine
architecture, a style represented
in some of the earliest institutions
of learning, the head structure of
the mace consists of three
cupped units, each one slightly
raised above the other. Each
unit is made from a highly
polished, yellow brass alloy
and is molded from various
thin, randomly positioned
brass leaves.
The individual brass leaves,
which replicate leaves gathered
on campus, symbolize the
intellectual and cultural diversity
of the university community as
well as the physical beauty of its
campuses. The university’s seal is
embedded in the upper cupped unit.

Clarion University’s mace
is truly a community effort.
It was designed and created
by Kaersten Colvin, assistant
professor of art. The shaft of
the mace was crafted by
university maintenance staff
member, Terry Byerly, while
the production of ceramic
molds for its head and its
casting were done by Franklin
Bronze and Alloy Company
of Franklin, Pa.

The shaft of the mace is made
of black cherry hardwood, which
is native to western Pennsylvania.
It, too, is finished with a brass
ornament, creating a chromatically
balanced piece. The overall
dimensions of the mace are set
at a traditional three feet.
Private donations supported
the development of the university’s
mace. It will be permanently
displayed in the Carlson Library.

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Syed R.Ali-Zaidi Award Finalist
FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
Kelly Dungan
Dr. Ali-Zaidi, a charter member of the Board of Governors’ and a strong advocate for our universities, established the
Syed R. Ali-Zaidi Award for Academic Excellence to inspire and honor Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education
students who excel in the pursuit of knowledge. Students were nominated based on outstanding academic performance
in the academic major and in other areas of study, recognition of scholarship by members of Clarion University’s faculty,
participation in extra/co-curricular activities during undergraduate years and the quality of the nominee’s essay, written
by the nominee, addressing how the university prepared him/her for the next career step and what that next step will be.

Outstanding

GRADUATE STUDENTS
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTING
Suzanne Newman

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Stephanie Warner

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING
Ethan Bardell

MASTER OF EDUCATION IN EDUCATION
Teresa McBride

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN LIBRARY SCIENCE
Amber Morgan-Opitz

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MASS MEDIA ARTS AND JOURNALISM
Tracy Travaglio

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING
Diane Weidner

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN SPECIAL EDUCATION
Erin Neely

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY
Christopher Marshall
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Outstanding Academic Achievement
COLLEGE OF ARTS, EDUCATION
AND SCIENCES
COLLEGE-WIDE
DERRICK SCHOLARSHIP

Brianna Nellis
Available to a sophomore, junior or senior who is a permanent resident of Clarion, Forest, or Venango counties enrolled
in the College of Arts and Sciences. An interest in journalism will be taken into consideration. Preference will be given
to students who have been carriers of the Derrick and the scholarship may be renewed.
NANCY SHAW MCKEE SCHOLARSHIP

Courtney Corban
One annual scholarship awarded to an undergraduate student (of junior standing or higher) majoring in any area of the arts
and sciences. The recipient is selected on the basis of academic performance and financial need.
ROBERT CRAWFORD SCHOLARSHIP IN SCIENCE

Taramaire Gravallese
Awarded to freshman undergraduate student in the College of Arts and Sciences with a minimum 3.25 GPA and 1,000 SAT.

DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY & GEOSCIENCES
AGES DEPARTMENT ENDOWMENT

Joseph McCosby
Faculty scholarship available for current anthropology, geography and earth science majors.
BIOLOGY DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIP

Rebecca Dudek
Awarded to junior biology or medical technology students based upon academic record, contribution to the department
and/or university and participation in extracurricular activities.
COLDWATER CONSERVATION SCHOLARSHIP

Peter Timashenka
Sponsored by Iron Furnace, the Oil Creek, and the Allegheny Mountain Chapter of Trout Unlimited, the $1,000 annual award
benefits a senior who displays a keen interest in conservation of natural aquatic resources, especially cold-water.
DR. BRUCE DINSMORE DISTINGUISHED FACULTY IN ECOLOGY ENDOWMENT

Katelynn Sallack
Benefits Pymatuning Laboratory of Ecology field course student based on academic excellence, service to the department,
university, and community, and scholarly commitment to ecology and environmental biology.
ECOLOGY RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIP

Tony Kumetis
Awarded to a student enrolled in a Clarion University field course offered through the Pymatuning Laboratory of Ecology
based on academic excellence, service and evidence of a scholarly commitment to ecology and environmental biology.
KIM RUTHERFORD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Hannah Frey
Awarded in memory of a former faculty member to a freshman or sophomore biology major, except medical technology.
Selection is based upon academic excellence, participation in extracurricular activities, service to the department and
university, financial need and student’s goals.

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TRACY BUCKWALTER SCHOLARSHIP

Neil Hickman
Established in memory of former faculty member Dr. Tracy V. Buckwalter. Given annually to a senior student who best displays
interest and outstanding scholarship in geology.

DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY, MATHEMATICS & PHYSICS
CHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIP

Alex Francette
Bethany Shetler

Nathan Kahle

Becky McCracken

Maxwell Sheaffer

Awarded to chemistry majors based upon academic achievement in chemistry.
CHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT COMMEMORATIVE SCHOLARSHIP

Warren Huey
Awarded to chemistry majors and based upon academic achievement in chemistry.
HAROLD WILLIAM FERGUSON SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP

Tara Welker-Martin
Established by Dr. Jeffrey and Mrs. Janet Ferguson in honor of Jeffrey’s father, Harold William Ferguson (’47) to benefit
students interested in the physical sciences (mathematics, chemistry, physics).
HELEN AND LAWRENCE SMITH SCHOLARSHIP—MATHEMATICS

Catherine Hogg

Breanne Kothe

Steven Lippold

Jennifer Stuart

Established by Mrs. Helen Smith in memory of her husband. Awarded to full-time juniors or seniors majoring in mathematics.
JOHN HEAGY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Becky McCracken
Awarded to chemistry major (sophomore or above) on the basis of academic record in honor of a former chemistry student.
LORRAINE I. JOHNSON MATHEMATICS SCHOLARSHIP

Camron Kirkland

Diane Thompson

For students majoring in mathematics or secondary education, mathematics
MATHEMATICS FRESHMAN SCHOLARSHIP

Katie Benson

Ashlyn Smith

Diane Thompson

Olivia Wissinger

Benefits incoming freshmen mathematics majors with outstanding SAT math scores and excellent grades.
MATHEMATICS RENEWABLE

Olivia Wissinger
Awarded to outstanding mathematics majors.
PHYSICS/ASTRONOMY SCHOLARSHIP

Andrew Baker
Benefits physics majors’ research support.
RUTH B. MONTGOMERY MATH/SCIENCE SCHOLARS

Hunter Smith
Established by Ron and Judy Montgomery in memory of Ron’s mother. Benefits sophomore*, junior or senior bachelor of
science majors in traditional science or math from Armstrong*, Jefferson and Clarion counties. Award is based upon high
school class rank, SAT score and academic performance at Clarion. Renewable.
WILLIAM & ELIZABETH HART SCHOLARSHIP

Steven Lippold

Dylan McGlone

Jennifer Stuart

Honors former chemistry professor Dr. William Hart. Majors in mathematics, physics, chemistry, geography/earth science
or biology must have completed 45 credits with an overall QPA of 3.0 and 3.3 in mathematics and science course work.

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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATION
DR. MARY HARDWICK SCT SCHOLARSHIP

Kameryn McGee

Gloria Pytlak

Established to honor Dr. Mary Hardwick, former professor in the SCT department, a gifted artist and dedicated educator.
Benefits students majoring in SCT.
JAMES J. CANELOS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Kayla Handy

Kara Sorenson

Benefits junior mass media arts & journalism majors with a minimum 3.4 QPA. Based on academic record, contribution
to the Communication Department and university, participation in extracurricular activities, and financial need.
OUTSTANDING SENIORS

Katelyn Hillman

Kara Sorenson

SPEECH COMMUNICATION DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIP

Emily Kress

Dean Lenker

These scholarships are for speech communication majors (formerly know as MMAJCS - Speech Comm Endowment).

DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH & MODERN LANGUAGES
EAPSU OUTSTANDING ENGLISH MAJOR

Kaitlyn Sass
ENGLISH ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

Audrianna DeLacour

Therese Holzapfel

Awarded annually to second-semester junior English majors for their senior year of study.
ENGLISH MAJORS OF THE MONTH

Sept. 2016: Samantha Beal
Dec. 2016: Tyler Hilbert
April 2017: Imarii Anderson

Oct. 2016: Chelsye Bridegam
Feb. 2017: Mel Twain
May 2017: Mallory Piercy

Nov. 2016: Derrick Watson II
March 2017: Hannah R. Collings

GILBERT NEIMAN SCHOLARSHIP

Samantha Beal

Kaitlynn Sass

Abigail Shipley

Established in memory of Dr. Gilbert Neiman, former professor of English. Three awards are made each year,
one each to a junior, sophomore and freshman who major in English, liberal arts or secondary education English.
IRMGARD HEGEWALD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Kristina Kiritchenko
Established through a gift from the estate of her mother, Gertrude Schulz, to honor the former German faculty member.
Benefits students studying German based on academic achievement in German and financial need.
JOSEPH & SUSANNAH CENTORCELLI SCHOLARSHIP

Samantha Beal
Junior year awards for second-semester sophomore English majors with an overall minimum 2.5 QPA and a permanent
resident of Clarion, Jefferson or Venango county.
JUDITH D. MCCRARY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Rebecca Dudek
Awarded to one French major, one Spanish major, and one German minor each year based on academic work.
RAFAEL DIAZ Y DIAZ SPANISH SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT

Chelsye Bridegam
Presented annually to the most outstanding junior or senior Spanish major with plans to study in Spain and/or a Hispanic
country. Based upon academic excellence and contribution to the department.
SIGMA TAU GAMMA SCHOLARSHIP

Shelby Groff

Kate Hammond

Kaitlynn Sass

Honors a tradition of giving by the brothers of Sigma Tau Gamma. Benefits Honors students with 48 credits, a cumulative
QPA of 3.4 or above, financial need, and involvement in a service-related extra curricular activity.
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DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY
DR. ISELI K. KRAUSS PSYCHOLOGY SCHOLARSHIP

Edward McFadden
The scholarship will be awarded to a current Clarion University sophomore who has a minimum SAT score of 1050
and a 3.2 QPA. Awarded the junior year and can be renewed for the senior year.
ERIC S. KNOTICK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Natalie Godwin
Based on academic accomplishment, service to the university, Psychology Department and community.
PSI CHI NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

Kaitlyn Gore
Savanna Pomeroy

Kayla Knox
Anna Pyne

Makenna Natale
Benjamin Schwartz

Bennitt Perelstine
Kaitlyn Snedden

International Honor Society founded in 1929 to encourage excellence in scholarship and advance the science of psychology.
PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIP

Kayla Knox

Melissa Totin

PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

Natalie Godwin

Lauryn Greggs

Eligibility includes having completed 64 hours by the end of the current spring semester with an overall QPA of 3.0.
Students must also have completed 15 hours in psychology, at least nine of which must have been earned at Clarion
University. Research, departmental service, and other contributions to the field are strongly considered.

DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
ALPHA KAPPA DELTA INTERNATIONAL SOCIOLOGY HONOR SOCIETY

Amanda Conklin

Kelsey Patterson

Promotes excellence in the study of sociology, the research of social problems and such other social and intellectual activities
as will lead to improvement in the human condition.
ANTHROPOLOGY OUTSTANDING SENIOR

Cody Powell
FRANK CAMPBELL AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN HISTORY/SOCIAL SCIENCE

Abigail Houston
Presented to the graduating senior with the best record as a secondary education/social studies major in history.
GILBERT HILL AWARD

Kristina Kiritchenko
Presented to the graduating senior with the best record as a B.A. history major.
HELEN GERLACH SCHOLARSHIP

Joshua Wiskeman
Announced by State Senator Mary Jo White to honor well-known Clarion resident and senate aide Helen Gerlach.
Benefits students studying political science.
HISTORY SCHOLARSHIP

Peter Long
Students must be sophomores or juniors. Criteria includes academic excellence and service to the department.
PHI ALPHA THETA (HISTORY HONORARY SOCIETY)

Clancy Fyock
Seth Ickes

Kathleen Heilmann
Tatiana Sangadzhieva

Amanda Hryckowian
Danielle Taylor

Matthew Hull
Elizabeth Williams

Qualifying undergraduates must have a minimum QPA of 3.1 in history and 3.0 or better overall. Qualifying graduate students
should have a QPA of better than 3.5, and shall have completed approximately 30% of their master’s requirements.

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PI SIGMA ALPHA INDUCTEES

Mallory Piercy
Katherine Welsh

Bryan Sack
Elizabeth Williams

Ian Shrensky

Serena Speer

National political science honor society.
POLITICAL SCIENCE OUTSTANDING SENIORS

Rachel Harrison

Sara Steimer

POLITICAL SCIENCE, SOCIOLOGY, PHILOSOPHY DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIP

Coralie Compere

Mariah Pampeno

Seth Updegraff

An endowment to benefit students majoring in political science, sociology and philosophy.
SOCIOLOGY OUTSTANDING SENIOR

Mariah Pampeno

DEPARTMENT OF VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS
CHERI AHARRAH REID MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Elizabeth Novotny
Established by Dr. Ernest (’49) and Mrs. Peggy (Behringer ’49) Aharrah in memory of their daughter. Incoming freshman
theatre students are selected on the basis of high school and/or community theatre activities.
GRACE KNAPP MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP

Andrew Ortega
Established from the estate of Francis M. Shope, faculty emeritus, associate athletic director, to honor her dear friend.
Student must be a junior music education major with a minimum 3.0 QPA.
JANICE M. SLANCO-GRUNENWALD SCHOLARSHIP

Jeremiah Dobo

Kaitlin Kohlenburg

Established by Janice Slanco-Grunenwald to honor the commitment of her parents, George and Ann Slanco, to her musical
education; and the support of her husband, President Joseph Grunenwald, to her professional life as a pastoral musician, high
school choral director, private instructor and collaborative pianist. Benefits freshman music majors with a minimum 3.0 GPA
who are leaders in their school or church’s music program.
LINDA MARIE TRUNZO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Jeremiah Dobo

Kaitlin Kohlenburg

Benefits incoming freshman music majors on the basis of academic achievement and an interview/audition to demonstrate
talent in music.
MARY LOUISE POPE THEATER SCHOLARSHIP

Thomas Feather
Given to the freshman, junior or senior who has demonstrated outstanding leadership skills in performance/technical theater,
production support and service to the theater.
MARY L. SEIFERT SCHOLARSHIP

Kaitlin Kohlenburg
Established by Clarion alumna Mary L. Seifert to reward academic achievement, department and university service,
and the musical contributions of a junior or senior music major.
MOONEY (JOHN) SCHOLARSHIP

Jeremiah Dobo
Presented to music major of at least sophomore standing based primarily upon musical talent and financial need.
SARAH BEELS DUNIKOSKI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Elizabeth Alfeo
Lauren Balliet
Kaila Boldt
Halie Brindle
Kristin Calhoun
Bryce Crup
Kyrstyn Donofrio

Leslie Armer
Elizabeth Ballow
Ian Bond
Taylor Brown
Tomi Cangelo
Macie Delahoy
Melissa Evans

Kimberly Ayers-Carr
Whitley Bearfield
Tyler Bradley
Cierra Burton
Sadie Clark
Nathan Disantis
Samantha Fabian
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Tony Ayers-Carr
Caitlynn Bloom
Courtney Brand
Sarah Butler
Jeremy Codispot
Jeremiah Dobo
Thomas Feather

Brittany Fitzgerald
Taramaire Gravallese
Katrina Hoff
Abigail Johnston
Kaitlin Kohlenburg
Marina Meholick
Brandi Mulligan
Kelly Nicolaus
Megan Peterson
Jason Poor
Samuel Richardson
Ashley Schultz
Bethany Shetler
Joel Snyder
Gary Teague
Rebecca Wargo
Brianna Werner
Tiffany Yeager

Sarah Fox
Nathan Hall
Haley Holzwarth
Shanna Kelly
Karie Leister
Tiffany Melani
Kenzi Mundkowsky
Luke Obenrader
Tara Peterson
Anna Pyne
Philip Rocco
Katrina Seaburn
Samuel Showman
Andrew Stanish
Kayla Temple
Jared Weeter
Katelin White
Jenna Yetter

Stephen Francica
Dzjanae Hammock
Tiffany Hopkins
Kalyn Kerr
Alexis Mazur
Samuel Metcalfe
Christian Myers
Andrew Ortega
Rebecca Podrosky
Courtney Rankin
Stephanie Russell
Megan Sekulich
Alivia Shuttleworth
Brittany Struble
Diane Thompson
Jordan Weeter
Lindsey Wohar

Ellora Gallo
Victoria Heckert
Mikayla Houser
Ryan Kirshner
Robert McMillin
Megan Moore
Rebecca Myers
John Othites
Kenneth Pollick
Emily Redfoot
Kelsey Sack
Courtney Sherry
Marina Smith
Elizabeth Tanner
Melissa Totin
Kristen Weinman
Kelsey Wolfe

Established through the estate of Kenneth & Katherine Beels in memory of their daughter. To be considered, incoming student
must be a music education major and marching band members with outstanding grades and SAT score.

School of Education

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
EARL SILER MEMORIAL AWARD

Jordan Collings

Lauren Pellegrino

Clarissa Potsubay

Established in memory of Dr. Earl Siler to recognize graduate or undergraduate students in the areas of elementary education
or early childhood in their professional development activities.
EDUCATION DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIP

Casey Nasetka

Shelby Pepmeyer

Rebecca Podrosky

Benefits education majors.
FRANK & JOYCE ROCCO SCHOLARSHIP

Presley Carpenter
Established by Joyce and Frank Rocco ’62, teacher and professor of special education at Winona State University, Minn. Frank
has served on the Clarion University Alumni Association Board of Directors since 2003. First preference is a strong freshman
entering teacher education who is a first generation university student.
GREJDA EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT

Devin Forgey

Tyler Hilbert

Established by Dr. Gail F. Grejda to honor her husband, Ed (’57), professor emeritus of English (1961-1996). Education majors
entering their junior or senior year must have a minimum 3.25 QPA, passed the Praxis 1 exam and have work and volunteer
experiences.
JAY MOOREHOUSE OUTSTANDING STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP

Andrea Griffith
A tribute to Dr. John N. “Jay” Moorhouse providing recognition and financial support to students who demonstrate
a commitment to, and excellence in, elementary school mathematics education.
JOHN FRANCIS SALVUCCI SCHOLAR

Riley Schindler
Established by Mr. and Mrs. Gene Salvucci in memory of their son who graduated with a history degree in 1981. Incoming
freshmen enrolled in secondary education/social studies are given first consideration with second preference given to history
majors. Students must have a minimum SAT score of 1100 (combined) and be in the upper two-fifths of their graduating class.

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KAPPA DELTA PI INTERNATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY IN EDUCATION LAMBDA ETA CHAPTER

Elizabeth Alfeo
Alexandra Garofalo
Zachery Hoffman
Brittany Kowatch
Alexandra Lombardozzi
Morgan McMillan
Kari Steuer
Robyn Yurek

Katlyn Barthen
Lindsay Gidos
Lauren Kachmar
Abigail Lieb
Jessica Mateer
Mariah Myers
Jessica Szymanski
Alena Zerjav

Tayler Benson
Alexandra Hasis
Janelle Keller
Joseph Lillard
Allison Mazur
Taylor Patterson
Hayley Torok

Rachel Clark
Cheyenne Hazlett
Jessica Kinning
Jillian Lohner
Jadyn McCleery
Rebecca Reck
Rachel Toy

International honor soceity in education.
MARGARET ELDER & TRUMAN WEISER SCHOLARSHIP

Tabitha Switzer
Established by the estate of Margaret E. Weiser to fund graduates of Clarion-Limestone School District who major in
elementary education.
MARY LEA APPLE SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT

Haley Wykoff
Established by Dr. Peggy L. Apple and Dr. Karen M. Whitney to honor Peggy’s mother, an involved parent and Girl Scout
leader. She believed that young children learn through consistent, respectful, trusting adult role models, through inquiry
and investigation of the world, and that education is a foundation of our democracy.

DEPARTMENT OF SPECIAL EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF SPECIAL EDUCATION FRESHMAN SCHOLARSHIP

Megan Mulhair

Rebecca Pietropaolo

Benefits freshman majoring in special education or rehabilitative science. Selection is based upon academic achievement
(minimum SAT of 1000 combined, top 20 percent of class), leadership and community service.
GINNY THORNBURGH RECOGNITION SCHOLARSHIP

Katelyn Burkhart
Awarded annually to an outstanding junior or senior majoring in special education. Selection is based upon academic record
(minimum QPA 3.5) and service to exceptional individuals.
GREG VAYDA SCHOLARSHIP

Samantha Mihelic
Established by family and friends to honor the memory of Greg Vayda, son of long-time chairman of the Clarion University
Special Education Department Ken Vayda and Mrs. Vayda.

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
AND INFORMATION SCIENCES
COLLEGE-WIDE
BETA GAMMA SIGMA

FALL 2016
Kristen Cerenzia
Courtney Hunsberger
Kaitlyn Plummer
SPRING 2017
Samantha Byerly
Nicholas Donatelli
Kaley Pittsley
Morgan Woodin

Nicole Dehner
Jordyn Jones
Jared Stack

Victoria Evans
Jared Kozlowski
Kayla VanHolten

Natalie Everett
Eric Pascucci

Erica Ciccone
Kelly Dungan
Molly Schultz

Kayleigh Collier
Logan Lauer
Danielle Speer

Heather Davis
Emily Paskowski
Sarah Wolf

The highest recognition a business student anywhere in the world can receive in an undergraduate or master’s program
at a school accredited by AACSB International. Graduate (MBA) students must rank in the top 20 percent of their graduating
class, seniors in the top 10 percent and juniors in the top seven percent.
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CHARLES P. LEACH, SR. SCHOLARSHIP

Natalie Everett

Kayla VanHolten

Nathan Williams

Benefits an outstanding business student of at least sophomore standing, based on academic record, contribution to the
university, and participation in extracurricular activities and professional organizations.
COBA ADVISORY COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP

William Wasilko
E. WILSON AMSLER SCHOLARSHIP

Heather Davis
Molly Schultz

Kelly Dungan
Morgan Woodin

Kaley Pittsley

Wade Reichelderfer

Established in recognition of E. Wilson Amsler and his many contributions to the community and the university to benefit
an outstanding business major.
EDWARD G. KRIEBEL FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

Erin Allio

Kaylin Kinnan

Wesley Rowe

Anthony Servette

Benefits students who demonstrate entrepreneurial skills, have the dedication to quality and hard work demonstrated
by the Kriebel family and who demonstrate need not met by federal or state aid.
KROH FAMILY BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Samantha Byerly
Emily Mitchell

Tyler Falk
Melanie Peckman

Katie Helwig
Cassidy Shaffer

Courtney Hunsberger
Marissa Sheffer

Established by D. Scott Kroh (’74) and his wife, Pamela, to benefit a student in the College of Business Administration
and Information Sciences. Intended for upper-division students who maintain a strong academic performance in preparation
for a successful career in a field of business.
S&T BANK/MBA SCHOLARSHIP

Gideon Woelfel
Established by S&T Bank for graduate students enrolled in the MBA program with a minimum QPA of 3.5 and/or a GMAT score
of 550. First preference is given to Pennsylvania residents.

DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTANCY
ACCOUNTANCY DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIP

Tamara Butler

Natalie Everett

Emily Mitchell

Kayla VanHolten

Criteria used in selecting current students as recipients include senior standing, academic record, classroom performance,
and participation in university activities.
CHARLES J. PINENO ACCOUNTING SCHOLARSHIP

Samantha Byerly
Honors Dr. Charles Pineno. Candidates are senior accounting majors with high academics and service to the department.
GARY L. MERZ MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Heather Davis
Awarded in memory of professor Gary L. Merz to a senior accounting major based upon academic performance.
HARRY JOSEPH SMITH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Monica Munsch
Established by David C. Smith (’64) in memory of his father. Accounting major must be a full-time undergraduate student,
have a minimum of 1000 SAT and must demonstrate financial need.
MASTERS ACCOUNTANCY (MACC) SCHOLARSHIP

Heather Davis

Scott Trimpey

RUTH N. PICI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP (FRESHMAN)

Kelley DeSantis

Sabrina Perilli

Established by Frank A. Pici, ’77, in honor of his mother, for freshmen accounting major from southwestern Pennsylvania

(preferably East Allegheny, Elizabeth Forward, McKeesport and Gateway school districts). Student must rank in the
upper 40 percent of high school class and have a minimum 1000 SAT (combined).

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WILLIAM AND OLIVE BARNES SCHOLARSHIP (FRESHMAN)

Wesley Rowe
Established by professor Greg Barnes in honor of his parents. Incoming freshmen must have a minimum 1100 SAT (combined)
and rank in the upper 10 percent of their high school class. First preference to accounting majors.

DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS
ECONOMICS DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIP

Zachary Shoup
This endowment is awarded based upon a high degree of academic achievement along with a significant level of leadership
in college and/or community activities.
ECONOMIC DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIP & RESEARCH

Melanie Peckman

Christina Rizer

Scholarships, research and other activities in support of department programs.
ENID DENNIS SCHOLARSHIP

Victoria Evans
Honoring former professor Dr. Enid Dennis for academically accomplished junior and senior economics majors.
OMICRON DELTA EPSILON MEMBERS 2016

Samantha Bonner

Mikayla Burlingame

Victoria Jacklyn Evans

Lauren Hollobaugh
Bradly Mocniak
Jared Stack
Megan Yvorra

Kalyn Kerr
Christina Rizer
Andrew Titley

Matthew Limer
Stephanie Russell
Emily Vislay

Alexis D. Freeborn
Cory McNamara
Bessey Simon
Kaitlin Joy West

International Economics Honor Society accredited by the Association of College Honor Societies ACHS.

DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE
ANNUAL FINANCE SCHOLARSHIPS

John Bello
Monica Munsch

Corey Horgan
Samantha Schlak

Courtney Hunsberger
Molly Schultz

Rebecca Lewis
Marissa Sheffer

BURNS & BURNS SCHOLARSHIP

Wade Reichelderfer
Awarded to a top ranked student based upon academic achievement and participation in extracurricular activities.
DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE SCHOLARSHIP

Kayla VanHolten

William Wasilko

Scholarships for finance majors.
EWEDEMI FINANCE & INTERNATIONAL STUDIES SCHOLARSHIP

Heather Davis
Awarded to a graduating senior who is an outstanding corporate finance major.
FINANCE SCHOLARSHIP

Samuel Gatesman
Sara Watson

Christina Meyer

Logan Reed

Dylan Teprag

A renewable endowment for finance majors.
GRAY REAL ESTATE SCHOLARSHIP

Cassidy Shaffer
Awarded to a sophomore, junior, or senior majoring in finance or real estate based upon academic achievement, career goals,
and service to the department and to the university.

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HENRY G. BURNS SCHOLARSHIP

Natalie Everett

Tyler Falk

Four-year renewable freshman scholarship for finance or real estate majors. Award is based on high school academic record,
SAT or ACT results, and class rank.
OUTSTANDING FINANCE STUDENT

Austin Glass
OUTSTANDING REAL ESTATE STUDENT

Morgan McElravy

DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT & MARKETING
ADMINISTRATIVE SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP

Nathan Williams
Criteria include academic record, classroom performance and participation in university activities.
BONNIE SILVERTONGUE MEMORIAL MARKETING SCHOLARSHIP

Kaley Pittsley
Awarded to an outstanding business major planning for a career in marketing. Criteria include academic achievement,
extracurricular activities and service to the Clarion University community.
DONALD E. & BERNADETTE HUGUS CROOKS SCHOLARSHIP

Tyler Beichner

Olivia Keltz

Ashley Poling

Awarded to incoming freshmen who demonstrate strong work ethic and desire to excel. Preference is given to marketing
majors. Renewable for up to four years.
JIM & KAREN PESEK SCHOLARSHIP

Rebecca Pyne
Annual scholarship given to a top ranking student majoring in management or industrial relations.
LEONARD & SALLY ANN ACKERMAN SCHOLARSHIP

Makenna Kuntz

Wade Reichelderfer

Management or industrial relations majors should have completed at least 30 credits at Clarion University. Minimum overall
QPA of 3.25 is required in all Clarion courses and in Clarion business courses.
MARKETING DEVELOPMENT SCHOLAR

Molly Schultz
MARKETING MANAGEMENT SCHOLAR

Kelly Dungan
MARKETING RESEARCH SCHOLAR

Andrew Skubisz
OUTSTANDING MARKETING STUDENT

Kaley Pittsley
OUTSTANDING MANAGEMENT STUDENT

Wade Reichelderfer
PAUL Y. KIM ADVERTISING MANAGEMENT SCHOLARSHIP

Melanie Peckman
Awarded to an outstanding marketing major who plans for a career in the field of advertising management. The recipient
is selected on the basis of academic achievement, extracurricular activities and service to the department.
RETAIL MANAGEMENT SCHOLARSHIP

Morgan Woodin
The award is made to a student planning a career in retail management.

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School of Information Sciences

DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER INFORMATION SCIENCE
CIS DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIP

Jonathan Dunn
Awarded annually to a computer science or information systems major based on academic excellence and participation
in university and community activities.
DR. AHMAD GAMALUDDIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Rachel Lamantia
In honor of a former professor who helped build Clarion’s renowned library science program. Awarded to M.S.L.S. students
with a minimum cumulative QPA of 3.5 committed to international/multicultural librarianship.
GEORGE R. LEWIS SCHOLARSHIP

Evan Black

Aaron Cooper

Awarded to outstanding computer science majors in honor of George S. Lewis, former director of Computing Services.

DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY SCIENCE
B. OLDT LIBRARY SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP

Kathryn Monsell
ELEANOR DEWALD MOORE AWARD

Cody Whitton

Sarah Yorks

In recognition of the former alumna, ’42, who also served as associate professor, assistant librarian and faculty member.
The award benefits an undergraduate junior or senior with professional potential, preparing for school librarianship.
ELIZABETH RUPERT LIBRARY SCIENCE GRADUATE SCHOLAR

Nicole Loffredo

Amber Morgan-Opitz

Honors a former alumna, professor, dean, and interim president. Benefits MSLS with a minimum 9 credits, academic
achievement, and service to the department.
CHARLES R. FLACK SCHOLARSHIP

Rachel Lamantia
Established in memory of a former department head; for full-time, continuous study sophomore or junior BSEd or MSLS
majors with potential in librarianship and contribution to the department, preferrably a physically challenged student.
H.W. WILSON FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

Staci Bettencourt
Awarded to promising sophomore or junior library science or MSLS sudent with a minimum of 9 credits, academic
achievement and contribution to the department. Preference given to physically disabled students.
HELEN AND LAWRENCE SMITH SCHOLARSHIP—LIBRARY SCIENCE

Cody Whitton
Established by Mrs. Helen Smith in memory of her husband. Awarded to full-time juniors or seniors majoring in library science
or mathematics who have completed at least 64 credits and have a minimum 3.0 QPA.
HELEN FERRY SHIELDS SCHOLARSHIP

Kellie Rice
Established to honor Clarion alumna Helen Ferry Shields for her work in the field. Awarded to freshman or sophomore transfer
students from western Pennsylvania majoring in library science, junior or senior library science majors who have strong
academics and significant contributions to the department, and a graduate student.

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CLARION UNIVERSITY–VENANGO
ALEXANDER “BUD” MARKS SCHOLARSHIP

Ashlee Roth
Established by Ardelle Marks to honor her husband, corporate treasurer of National Fuel Gas Supply Corporation. Applicants
must be a full-time freshman, either a traditional or returning adult, who graduated from Oil City High School with a minimum
2.75 QPA and be a business-related major. Renewable.
DERRICK PUBLISHING COMPANY/IMO EDWARD P. BOYLE

Devon Chase

Kaitlyn Vale

Candidates must reside in Venango, Clarion or Forest county and attend Venango College. Academic merit and financial need
is evaluated, with first priority given to an employee or child/spouse of an employee.
DR. & MRS. ARTHUR WILLIAM PHILLIPS/IMO WILLIAM MCFATE AND JUDGE WILLIAM BREENE SCHOLARSHIP

Ericka Fox-Feroz
Melissa Kelsch

Brittany Hamelly
Alexis Sanderson

Sarah Jefferis
Joshua Volchko

Amber Jock
Emily White

Benefits Clarion University students entering fields of study in health-related professions. Recipients shall have demonstrated
financial need and academic merit.
DR. GLENN R. MCELHATTAN SCHOLARSHIP

Lindsey Akam
Breanna Monnin

Lacey Bates
Brenna Ritter

Melissa Manbeck

Savannah Mona

Honors a Clarion alumnus and chemistry department faculty member at Venango College. Candidates must be high school
seniors enrolled at Venango College. Awards are granted based upon academic achievement.
DR. THOMAS GARDNER RADIOLOGIC SCIENCES SCHOLARSHIP

Meghan Fredley
Honors Dr. Gardner Candidates must be enrolled in the baccalaureate degree program in radiation technology.
FRANK CLARK SCHOLARSHIP

Julia Dittman
Honors a speech and theater department professor. Benefits a Venango County high school freshman with a minimum
950 SAT and graduation in the upper half of their class. Second preference to Clarion County schools.
GALAXY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

Ericka Fox-Feroz
Awarded annually to a Venango County resident.
GLORIA J. ZAMPOGNA SCHOLARSHIP

Mary Maleski
Tony M. Zampogna Sr. established this memorial to his late wife, who had a long and distinguished nursing career. Awarded
annually to an ASN degree candidate demonstrating financial need, preferably Venango Catholic High School graduates.
HIGH ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FOR PART-TIME STUDENTS

Patrick Azzara
Christina Brown
Dawn Daman
Ashley Exley
Paula Hockman
Veronika Kovba
Mary Maleski
Erin Mohar
Emily Quaill
Robert Scouten
Danyelle Tidd

Jason Bell
April Charlton
Beth Deatrick
Bethany Fleming
Gretchen Jennings
Nancy Kutches
Courtney McLaren
Bradley Myers
John Reitz
Michael Shaffer
Cody Wakefield

Jeri Bell
Laurie Christy
Lisa Dostick
Thomas Hall
Ryan Karcher
Andrea Larsen
Justin McNurlen
Kasey O’Neal
Kayla Rockey
Margaret Stahlman
Kasandra Weitlich

Cheri Book
Lisa Dailey
Wynne Dunkle
Kelsey Hardman
Rebecca Kephart
Jennifer Lyons
Timothy Michael
Alaina Phillips
Donna Santillo
Carol Sulthaus
Danina Wharton

Tyler Agosti
Jaimie Arthur
Jacob Beckey
Justine Berkhouse

Meya Aikens
Lauren Atwell
Tyler Beichner
Andrew Bernstein

Cameron Akins
Samuel Atwell
Jordan Bekelja
Anish Bhagwat

HONORS PROGRAM

Gabriel Ackman
Shannon Ankney
Samantha Beal
Kaitlyn Bell

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Trevor Black
Katlyn Bonifay
Madison Bumbarger
Brody Cararie
Aaron Cooper
Kevin Croyle
Amanda Droney
Natalie Else
Brittany Fitzgerald
Leah Fryer
Sarah Garrett
Shelby Groff
Cecelia Harmon
Tyler Hilbert
Brooke Homan
Warren Huey
Emma Kehn
Claire Klanica
Hannah Lakatos
Cody Litz
Heather Mahoney
Alexis Mazur
Hallie McGrew
Megan Moore
Kaitlyn Mulligan
Hunter Nicholson
Amy Orzechowski
Kaitlyn Plummer
Nicholas Rhoades
Kaitlynn Sass
Riley Schindler
Bethany Shetler
Matthew Siefert
Cody Smith
Rachel Stoltz
Lauryn Tyler
Tara Welker-Martin
Lindsey Wohar
Kaitlin Zoccola

Megan Blashford
Mallory Brannon
Shane Burns
Christopher Carey
Drew Cooper
Ashley Deen
Rebecca Dudek
Tyler Falk
Christopher Foose
Ellora Gallo
Regan Gaydash
Darby Grunwald
Gabrielle Harris
Andie Hill
Corinne Hoopes
Sarah Hunsberger
Olivia Keltz
Breanne Kothe
Alisa Landers
Mark Liu
Keith Maitland
Taylor McClay
Tyler Miller
Krista Mosi
Kenzi Mundkowsky
Brandon Nielsen
Marissa Paredes
Ashley Poling
Morgan Rickley
Lea Saunders
Tonya Shaffer
Abigail Shipley
Andrew Skubisz
Francheska Smith
Jennifer Stuart
Stephanie Warner
Jordyn Wilson
Elina Wright
Tree Zuzzio

Benjamin Blinn
Margaret Brown
Cameron Butler
Devon Chase
Katlyn Corbett
Jessica Denzer
Loren Dukate
Jessica Fesenmyer
Autumn Fotta
Katharine Gannon
Siriluk Geytenbeek
Robert Hacku
Jon Haycock
Catherine Hogg
Corey Horgan
Abigail Johnston
Kristina Kiritchenko
Morgan Krieger
Kinsey Laninga
Peter Long
Padraic Manning
Edward McFadden
Sarah Minnix
Megan Mulhair
Keith Myers
Elizabeth Novotny
Lauren Pellegrino
Clarissa Potsubay
Alexis Robison
Danielle Savitsky
Marissa Sheffer
Zachary Shoup
Lindsay Smelcer
Hunter Smith
Dakota Topf
William Wasilko
Olivia Wissinger
Eric Zavinski

Ian Bond
Sydney Buffington
Tamara Butler
Quentin Claypool
Christina Cotton
Emily Dibble
Kelly Dungan
Amanda Fiechuk
Alex Francette
Xavier Garibay
Joshua Gibson
Kate Hammond
Morgan Herold
Therese Holzapfel
Sarah Hrubetz
Stephenie Kahle
Tyler Kitzmiller
Tony Kumetis
Alison Lashinsky
Lauren Magee
Judith Mason
Dylan McGlone
Garrett Moats
Rebecca Mullen
Alexandra Nelson
Eliza O’Neal
Sabrina Perilli
Wade Reichelderfer
Tatiana Sangadzhieva
Christian Schill
Brianna Shepherd
Heidi-Jo Shuttleworth
Hannah Smelscer
Melinda Sovak
Meg Toy
Mary Weiher
Gideon Woelfel
Hope Zimmerman

LOUIS ADELSON VENANGO HOUSING AWARD

Joelle Hoffman

James Reese

Scholarships are available for students living in Venango Campus housing and showing financial need.
MARGERY L. HIMES SCHOLARSHIP

Kody Beer
Jennifer Gregory
Emma Mohnkern
Jendiss Robinson

Nicole DeLoe
Mary Maleski
Lisa Penston
Jordan Travis

Shania Ditzenberger
Tara McHenry
Melanie Pierce

Jaylee Donovan
Courtney McLaren
Hannah Powell

Established in 2013 by Ms. Himes who who taught for 21 years in the Redbank Valley School district. Award is based
on scholastic aptitude and financial need for students who attend Venango College.
NATHAN & JACK GOURLEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Autumn Babcock

Elizabeth Haughey

Aubrey Irwin

Benefits returning adult students at Venango Campus.
OIL CITY ROTARY SCHOLARSHIP

David Kellner
Recipient must be a graduate of Oil City, Cranberry or Venango Christian high schools. Selected on the basis of academic
record, financial need and participation in extracurricular activities.

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OUTSTANDING STUDENT AWARDS

Suzanne Ames, Administration Technology
Brian Felmlee, Industrial Technology
Elizabeth Haughey, Contribution to Student Life
Kelsey Viertel, Nursing

Miranda Basham, Rehabilitative Sciences
Colin Hartzell, Criminal Justice
Brenna Ritter, Medical Imaging Sciences

PENNZOIL SCHOLARSHIP

Brianna Mershimer
Endowment account established by Pennzoil. Award criteria are based on academic achievement and financial need.
PHI THETA KAPPA

Miranda Baumcratz
John Reitz

Jessica Bronder
Peter Vanderhoof

Nicholas Elslager

Jocelyn Forsythe

The international honor society recognizes the academic achievement of two-year college students and provides opportunities
for individual growth and development through honors, leadership and service programming.
RONALD E. BLACK SCHOLARSHIP

David Kellner
Preference is given to adult students who are residents of Venango County.
SECOND PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN HEALTH SCIENCE MAJORS SCHOLARSHIP

Lauren Bogar

Esther Ridel

Candidates must be health science majors. Priority is given to Venango County residents with financial need.
The award may be renewed in succeeding years.
VENANGO CAMPUS ENDOWMENT SCHOLARSHIP

Ashley Keener

Cheyenne Paden

Beau Shepherd

Awarded to Venango, Forest and Clarion county residents attending Venango College for health careers.
WILLIAM HUBER SR. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Elizabeth Steenbergh
Established by friends of the Venango County resident, who was an exceptional guitarist and extremely active
in the community. Eligible recipient must be an active community member.
ZONTA CLUB OF OIL CITY-FRANKLIN SCHOLARSHIP

Erica Thomas
Benefits students who reside in Venango County based upon their academic record, financial need, and participation
in extracurricular activities.

School of Health Sciences
DEPARTMENT OF
COMMUNICATION SCIENCES & DISORDERS
EDWIN R. “JACK” SIMPSON ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

Jessica Walls

Sarah Wilson

Established to honor professor Simpson by Speech Pathology program family, friends and members.
EMILY SCHENA SCHOLARSHIP

Paige Zimnik
Established by Delta Zeta Sorority in memory of Emily Schena to support either a Clarion University student pursuing a degree
in the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders or a Delta Zeta member (or both).
MARIAN RENN MARSHALL MEMORIAL FELLOW

Taylor Eastlick

Shaina Rankin

Jessica Walls

Assists undergraduate and graduate students admitted to the Speech Pathology Graduate Program. Selection is made
by the department on the basis of the student’s undergraduate academic records.

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DEPARTMENT OF NURSING
DOLORES SHERMAN NURSING SCHOLARSHIP

Melissa Myers
Annual award for a full-time BSN student. Criteria include grades in nursing course work, overall academic record, financial
need, recommendation of nursing instructors, and service to the university and/or profession.
DOROTHY MAY STORY SMITH SCHOLARSHIP

Gabrielle Harris
Annual award established by David C. Smith (’64) in memory of his mother. Eligible nursing students must be an undergraduate
student, have a minimum 1000 SAT, and demonstrate financial need.
DR. JULIA DONOVAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Andrea Smith
Memorial award provides financial support to students pursuing a career in nursing. Graduating ASN students pursuing
the BSN or entering the RN-MSN program, with strong academics and financial need, are eligible.
MARY ELLEN HORLACHER OLDT NURSING SCHOLARSHIP

Katlyn Bonifay

Alyssa Creighton

Courtney McLaren

Established by the Barbara Oldt Living Trust to honor her mother, Mary Ellen Horlacher Oldt. Preference is given
to undergraduates from Union, Snyder and Northumberland counties in Pennsylvania who are pursuing an Associate
of Science in Nursing degree and/or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Clarion University.
MARY SPAULDING NURSING SCHOLARSHIP

Katherine Field
Benefits nursing students.
NURSING DEPARTMENT ENDOWMENT SCHOLARSHIP

Melissa Myers
Benefits nursing students.
ROSEMARY COOGAN ENDOWMENT SCHOLARSHIP

Courtney McLaren

Mariah Treiber

Established by John A. Coogan Jr., in memory of his late wife, who had a long and distinguished nursing career. Awarded
to nursing majors demonstrating academic merit and financial need.
THEODORE R. SHAW AND LILLIAN M. (SHAW) SHINKLE NURSING SCHOLARSHIP

Thomas Culley

Mary Maleski

Established by the Oil City Lions Club in honor of Lillian Shaw Shinkle and Ted Shaw. Candidates must be recent graduates
of Oil City or Venango Christian high schools and must be entering their first year of study at Venango College. Renewable
in the second year of study at either Venango College or Clarion University.
VIRGIL & CAROL FREEBOURN SCHOLARSHIP

Lisa Penston
Established by Royce E. Freebourn in honor of his parents, the award benefits nursing majors attending Venango College.
Students must be better than average and demonstrate financial need.

UNIVERSITY-WIDE AWARDS
AFSCME SCHOLARSHIP

Megan Hepfl
Kristie Rhoades

Audrey Hummell
Kolton Stiglitz

Keaton King

Logan McFarland

Six annual $500 scholarships are awarded to university staff members and their dependents.
BOARD OF GOVERNORS SCHOLARSHIP

Brenton Acorn-Lopez
Imarii Anderson
Shayla Barrett
Kaitlyn Bell
Benjamin Blinn

Tyler Agosti
Makayla Anderson
Miranda Basham
Rickie Bellamy
Ian Bond

Naaila Ali
Kimberly Ayers-Carr
Daivonna Battle
Anish Bhagwat
Ta’Hira Boone-Branch
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Aaricka Anderson
Emily Baker
Tyler Beichner
Alyssa Blanock
Taylor Braunagel

Patrick Briotte
Nathan Bunyon
Brody Cararie
Coralie Compere
Deatrice Dillard
Rebecca Dudek
Jada Flemings
Alex Francette
Matthew Gathers
Troynisha Granat
Rachael Harbaugh
Jayelah Hayes
Tyler Holben
Leslie Hoye
Nathan Kahle
Hannah Kruger
Steven Lippold
Morgan Manglaviti
Dylan McGlone
Tyler Miller
Megan Moore
Shannon Myers
Brandon Nielsen
Carri Pakozdi
Alexis Phillip
Damodica Robinson
Emily Shoup
Jasmyn Smith
Gary Teague
Derrick Watson
Makenzie Woltz

Azairea Bronson
Shane Burns
Brenda Cedeno-Avila
Aaron Cooper
Kristi Dixon
Loren Dukate
Scott Florence
Leah Fryer
Regan Gaydash
Erica Greer
Cecelia Harmon
Ashantae Hearst
Therese Holzapfel
Sarah Hrubetz
Matthew Kamenicky
Shu Tak Kui
Peter Long
Judith Mason
Hakeim McKenzie
Sarah Minnix
Kaesi Morelli
Natalia Naranjo
Kiara Nixon
Marissa Paredes
Mekhi Pitts
Alexis Robison
Chelsea Simonson
Jennifer Stuart
Jonathan Thompson
Adrian Weber
Elina Wright

Prince Brooks
Anthony Burt
Quentin Claypool
Drew Cooper
K’Juan Doughty
Sam Fareri
Jalia Foster
Xavier Garibay
Danielle Gettemy
Breanna Greggs
Anthony Harper
Brana Hill
Brooke Homan
Warren Huey
Claire Klanica
Hannah Lakatos
Melissa Lutz
Taylor McClay
Shaquan McPhaul-Barr
Shaney Mitchell
Kaitlyn Mulligan
Dulce Navarro
Aaliyah Odom
Sabrina Perilli
Rebecca Podrosky
Adriana Robles Abreu
Lindsay Smelcer
Shamour Talbert
Kayla VanHolten
Alexis White
Eric Zavinski

Kourtney Brown
Tamara Butler
Armon Coleman
Marana Czap
Amanda Droney
Jessica Fesenmyer
Sarah Fox
Samuel Gatesman
Sydney Gladfelter
Darby Grunwald
Jon Haycock
Parker Hinderliter
Katelyn Hosler
Aaryn Hunt
Jaymee Kraus
Alisa Landers
Lauren Magee
Edward McFadden
Aolany Mercado
Taylor Montue
Hana Murphy
Etor Ndinyah
Zaa-Raa Padgett
Tae’Jon Petway
Gloria Pytlak
Iman Ross
Asia Smith
Derek Taylor
Briana Wade
Andrew White
Tree Zuzzio

BOBBI SCHOLARSHIP

Melissa Evans
Established by H. Roberta “Bobbi” Heeter for freshmen dependent children of widows or widowers. Renewable with
a 2.5 cumulative GPA on a year-to-year basis.
CECIL & AGNES RHODES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Courtney Rankin
Established by Rev. Clayton Rhodes (’53) in memory of his parents. Candidate must be a graduate of Union High School
(Clarion County) in the upper two-fifths of his/her class and have a minimum 900 SAT (combined).
CHRISTOPHER J. STAHLMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP-CLARION CO.

Gabrielle Harris

Sarah Hunsberger

Established in memory of this CU graduate by his parents, in recognition of academic achievement, integrity and service
for a Clarion-Limestone student with minimum 950 SAT (combined) and GPA of 3.3. Renewable.
CIO ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

Nicholas Shirk
Created by a gift from the Chief Information Officers Scholarship Foundation, facilitated by Mark Egan (’78). Benefits students
pursuing a bachelor’s degree in information technology who have financial need.
CLARION ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP

Leo Aiello
Samantha Allegretto
Lauren Atwell
Caleb Bailey
Harrison Baldwin
Ian Barrett
Cassandra Beck
Carroll Beighley
Katie Benson

Cameron Akins
Erin Allio
Nicole Auvil
Kody Bair
Austin Barger
Daniel Baumcratz
Jacob Beckey
Jordan Bekelja
Jessi Berarducci

Samantha Albert
Bryce Altman
Bailey Ayme
Edward Baker
Abby Barnes
Michelle Baumcratz
Andrew Beels
John Bello
Erika Berkhoudt
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Chase Alcorn
Mickenna Ansell
Fisher Bagiatis
Anthony Baker
Ashley Barnett
Justin Baumgarten
Aryn Beichner
Dylan Bender
Justine Berkhouse

Andrew Bernstein
Kayce Bobnar
Katlyn Bonifay
Christan Bowshier
Harley Brandt
Kaitlin Brest
Margaret Brown
Riley Burkholder
Katilyn Caldwell
Meghan Carpenter
Robin Cebula
Holly Chapman
Kara Chojnacki
Jennifer Clark
Jocelyn Colussy
Katlyn Corbett
Allison Covert
Thomas Csorba
Zachary Dancisin
Raymond Dent
Cole Devine
Stephanie Digregorio
Morgan Douglass
Hannah Drass
Amanda Elder
Douglas Erdley
Megan Fannin
Brittany Fitzgerald
Samantha Frye
Ellora Gallo
Mariah Gareis
Samantha Gatesman
Chris Gildea
Stephanie Gordon
Taramaire Gravallese
Megan Grzesiuk
Miranda Halpin
Megan Hesser
Sydney Holler
Hannah Hosier
Sarah Hunsberger
Dustin Jamison
Abigail Johnston
Seth Kaminski
Emma Kehn
Kaylin Kinnan
Bridget Klein
Melissa Kratzer
Devin Kruup
Lauren Leatherman
Indeah Lewis
Kaitlynne Little
Renay Long
Joshua Lucas
Evan Lutz
Madeline Marker
Katherine Martinelli
Makenzie May
Hugh McClafferty
Megan McCoy
Breanna McGaughey

Riley Bessetti
Brittany Bogacki
Sarah Boodjeh
Carah Boyer
Kalea Bray
Tyler Breth
Blythe Bryner
Hannah Butch
Alison Campbell
Eva Carroll
Antonio Cercone
Sherry Chappell
Alex Christensen
Corey Clarke
Kiara Comiske
Ian Corbett
Adrienne Crist
Natalie Cubbon
Nhon Dang
Jessica Denzer
Matthew Deyarmin
Deatrice Dillard
Matthew Dovidas
Amy Drick
Natalie Else
Thomas Evans
John Fink
Malorri Fleming
Clancy Fyock
Katharine Gannon
Sarah Garrett
Mia Gatto
Caleb Gilliland
Phillip Goth
Jessica Greiner
Robert Hacku
Madison Hamilton
Andie Hill
Haley Holzwarth
Katelyn Hosler
Logan Hurrelbrink
Amber Jock
Christopher Jones
Leah Kappel
Elizabeth Kelly
Samuel Kinney
Brittany Kope
Brooke Kriebel
Chelsea Lanigan
Breanna Leidy
Abigail Lieb
Cody Litz
Christian Long
Nicole Lukens
Erin MacKinlay
Callie Marshall
Kodie Mateer
Alexis Mazur
Justine McClaine
Ryan McDermott
Kameryn McGee

Kelsi Biondo
Meghan Bohach
Karissa Border
Autumn Boyer
Allison Brent
Kaitlyn Brooks
Gregory Bulsak
Jared Buzard
Brendon Carlson
Madison Cashmer
Matthew Chapman
Devon Chase
Cheyenne Clark
Hannah Collings
Haley Conner
Samantha Costello
Kathryn Cromer
Alyssa Cujas
Kirsten Davis
Kelley DeSantis
Brenna Deyarmin
Emily Dingfelder
Lucas Drake
Nathaniel Dudzic
Shawn Engstrom
Melissa Evans
Melissa Fischetti
Autumn Fotta
Bradley Gable
Rose Ganoe
Casey Gaston
Cole Gezik
Alexis Girty
Celeste Graham
Anthony Grenus
Paidyn Hale
Tyler Harlan
Megan Hoehn
Ava Homan
Mikayla Houser
Wyatt Inlow
Cary Johns
Stephenie Kahle
Isaac Kaye
Joseph Kerrigan
Heather Kinniburgh
Sarah Kosack
Thomas Krieger
Kristianna Last
Gregory Leonard
Jay Lindbert
Jillian Lohner
Sierra Loring
Brooke Lundy
Lauren Magee
Ronald Marshall
Jessica Mateer
Caleb McCandless
Kyle McConnell
Hannah McElrath
Elise McGovern
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Jared Bish
Alexis Boie
Ronald Bouch
Tyler Bradley
Rachael Brent
Nicholas Brothers
Jessica Burch
Clairemarie Buzard
Presley Carpenter
Aurea Castro
Shayla Chapman
Lindsey Chatterton
Sadie Clark
Letizia Collini
Cassandra Cooper
Christina Cotton
Kevin Croyle
Timothy Curtis
Nicole Deitz
Hannah Devan
Jamie Dieffenbach
Shania Ditzenberger
Laken Draksler
Joseph Dunleavy
Christopher Enos
Samantha Fabian
Skylar Fiscus
Hannah Frey
Monica Galino
Mackenzie Ganoe
Hannah Gatesman
Jenna Gialloreto
Kaitlyn Glaser
Katherine Graham
Shelby Groff
Nathan Hall
Gabrielle Harris
Katrina Hoff
Corey Horgan
Brianna Hughes
Diane Jaehn
Kevin Johnson
Emily Kamats
Michael Keefer
William King
Katelyn Kister
Braden Koukal
Morgan Krieger
Rogers Laugand
Rebecca Lewis
Danielle Lippert
Louis Lombardo
Rachael Louder
Jenna Lupone
Heather Mahoney
Maggie Martin
Allison Matter
Sarah McCauley
Kelly McCorkle
Kylie McElrath
Eiley McGregor

Hallie McGrew
Dalton Meals
Megan Middleton
Emilie Miller
Garrett Moats
Emily Monrean
Megan Mulhair
Tyler Murray
Alyssa Nelson
Abbigale Newman
Cheyanne Northrup
Madison Nugent
Luke Obenrader
Olivia Olson
Julianna Pagliaro
Dante Paul
Sabrina Perilli
Michelle Petrilla
Ashley Poling
Jocelyn Pryor
Courtney Rankin
Logan Reed
Morgan Reinard
Morgan Rickley
Hannah Roberts
Wesley Rowe
Jennifer Russell
Robert Sawicki
Samantha Schlak
Timothy Schreiber
Gena Seymour
Beau Shepherd
Nicholas Shirk
Alivia Shuttleworth
DeAnna Singer
Hunter Sliker
Kira Smith
Hunter Smith
Melinda Sovak
Brooke Stello
Justin Stone
Harrison Strimbu
Danielle Taylor
Cassandra Thomas
Tatum Tomak
Jordan Travis
William Upperman
Haley Vaughn
Joshua Volchko
Taylor Wahl
Sara Watson
Kristen Weinman
Alyssa White
Esther Williams
Lindsey Wohar
Alison Wright
Hope Zimmerman

Maitland McMillen
Samuel Metcalfe
Samantha Miller
Michael Miller
Lakyn Modaffare
Nicholas Monteleone
Rebecca Mullen
Nickita Muto
Alexandra Nelson
Sierra Nicholes
Elizabeth Novotny
Cassandra O’Malley
Ethan Okunas
Melanie Opyrchal
Carly Park
Celeste Pearce
Kaylee Perovich
Jack Peura
Jason Poor
Rebecca Pyne
Dalton Ray
Scott Reed
Beth Renaud
Hanna Rigby
Marissa Robertson
Macy Rubin
Timothy Sandberg
Natalie Scassera
Brandon Schmude
Briana Schwab
Kacey Shaffer
Courtney Sherry
Zachary Shoup
Angelina Sibeto
Ashley Slade
Joseph Sliwoski
Lily Smith
Maeve Smith
Olivia Sparks
Brianna Stetts
Ann Stone
Hannah Swartz
Dylan Teprag
Diane Thompson
Dakota Topf
Rachel Trunzo
Kaitlyn Vale
Ginger Verdill
Holly Volk
Chasey Wakefield
Cameron Weaver
Anneliese Welch
Ben Wiest
Abbey Wilson
Sarah Wolbert
Tashia Wright
Jerianne Zona

Amelia McMurtray
Jerad Meterko
Erica Miller
Rachel Millis
Kayla Molzer
Chandler Moorhouse
Kenzi Mundkowsky
Abigayle Myford
Maia Neumont
Harry Nolan
Veronika Noyszewski
Eliza O’Neal
Megen Oliphant
Amy Orzechowski
Alec Pataski
Sterlling Pedersen
Matthew Perry
Rebecca Pietropaolo
Nathan Porter
Peyton Quigley
Rebecca Reck
Abigail Reed
Ariel Rhoads
Makenzie Riley
Jesse Rosario- Adams
Andrew Rubritz
Tatiana Sangadzhieva
Ian Schaeffer
Leann Schneider
Anthony Servette
Rachael Shaw
Abigail Shipley
Samuel Showman
Joshua Silka
Danae Slaugenhaupt
Hannah Smelscer
Marina Smith
Zachary Snelick
Bryan Stamler
Elle Stine
Danielle Stoner
Collin Switzer
Jakob Terry
Jasmine Thompson
Melissa Totin
Alyssa Tufano
Justin Vasil
Noah Vereb
Andrew Vonada
Blake Walter
Zoe Weaver
Tara Welker-Martin
Elizabeth Williams
Leanne Wilson
Bailey Wrhen
Nichole Zacherl
Clarence Zook

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Lucas McNamara
Jessica Micco
William Miller
Haley Miscovich
Sabryn Momberger
Krista Mosi
Nicole Murray
Luke Nellis
Stephanie Nevel
Sasha Norris
Dean Nugent
Megan O’Neil
Jose Olivas
John Othites
Helen Patterson
Taylor PenningtonDunkel
Kayce Pifer
Taylor Powell
Taylor Randall
Vinisha Reddy
Serena Reidler
Zoe Richwine
Matthea Robbins
Matthew Roth
Keilani Rupp
Lea Saunders
Riley Schindler
Kristin Schrecengost
Matthew Severns
Anna Sheen
Rebecca Shirey
Heidi-Jo Shuttleworth
Devin Singer
Stephanie Slike
Katie Smith
Gregory Smith
Joel Snyder
Carrie Stanish
Jessica Stitts
Alexis Stormer
Jaclyn Talasky
Madison Thomas
Kimberly Thurston
Meg Toy
Zachary Tyler
Mia Vasquez
Trey Vigus
Breyona Wagner
William Wasilko
Mary Weiher
Ariel Wenner
Carly Williams
Olivia Wissinger
Taylor Wright
Robert Zilhaver
Carly Zukowski

CLARION EAGLE TRANSFER AWARD

Meya Aikens
Rebecca Bailey
Heather Bobber
Matthew Burke
Taylor Cahill
Jeremy Codispot
Colleen Cunningham
Tiarrah Dehncke
Rebecca Domer
Hailee Foster
Joshua Gibson
Austin Hasbrouck
Alena Henderson
Rachel Hoffman
Jenala Jones
Jessica Kenny
Julia Kocher
Morgan Lehman
Alexandra Lombardozzi
Marissa Maddigan
Dakota Matthews
Rachel Miller
Nelliram Muniz-Mendez
Brian Patrick
McKenzie Rodriguez
Kelsey Sack
Anna Marie Seader
Devin Shellhammer
Cassidy Smith
Austin Stivason
Lexis Twentier
Mason Whisinnand
Brent Zanella

Sierra Andres
Cory Barber
Alexis Bobbert
Jennifer Burkholder
Logan Chernicky
Jill Collins
Claudia Davenport
Ryann Denochick
Olivia Doverspike
Jeremiah Frazier
Alex Graf
Cierra Hatch
Sydney Henning
Matthew Hull
Jordyn Jones
Kendra Kepple
Cameron Kockler
Sarah Lipovsky
Adam Lomicka
Danielle Maier
Luke McAllister
Chance Miranda
Aaron Nalepa
Joshua Payne-White
Crystal Ross
Christian Schill
Stephanie Serrano
Chantal Simard
Kurt Smith
Britiny Stofen
Kali Watson
Ryleigh Wholeben
Stephanie Zimmerman

Cora Ashenfelder
Katlyn Barthen
Meredith Boice
Brittani Burris
Kira Clouse
Sierra Colwell
Liberty Davis
Jackie Dever
Maura Farkas
Ashley Galla
Alyssa Harmon
Matthew Hedderman
Angela Hewitt
Rachel Hutchison
Joshua Kahle
DeAnna Kinzie
Sidney Kohute
Amanda Lisk
Victoria Lowry
Mikayla Mann
Tasia McCullough
Shane Morgan
Paige Nye
Ralph Pendleton
Kevin Ross
Robert Schugg
Alicia Shawley
Jacob Slagle
Blake Steininger
Olivia Stuckley
Alexis Welsh
Haley Wykoff

Jensen Bachman
Kelly Bintrim
Lydia Borland
Daniel Bush
Dakota Cochran
Jacob Craig
Marissa Decanio
Hannah Dewey
Matthew Flickinger
Siriluk Geytenbeek
Tanner Harris
Raymond Helgert
Heather Hoch
Alexander Jones
Marina Kelly
Monica Kisiel
Derek Lauer
Sierra Loehrer
Hunter Lydick
Franklin Markle
Kayla McKelvey
Danielle Mortimer
Courtney Paton
Adriana Robles Abreu
Bryan Sack
Carli Schwickrath
Maxwell Sheaffer
Jessica Smerkar
Rebekah Stern
Melanie Taylor
Kali Wesolowski
Justin Yates

This merit scholarship is awarded to students entering as transfer students with GPAs above 3.0.
CLARION HIGH ACHIEVER SCHOLARSHIP

Jaimie Arthur
Siriluk Geytenbeek
Padraic Manning
Helen Patterson
Jordyn Wilson

Margaret Brown
Shelby Groff
Samantha Miller
Vinisha Reddy

Madison Bumbarger
Wyatt Inlow
Kaylar Moser
Brianna Shepherd

Cameron Butler
Olivia Keltz
Elizabeth Novotny
Trey Vigus

This merit scholarship is limited to students matriculating with very high GPAs and test scores.
CLARION UNIVERSITY RYLA SCHOLARSHIP

Anna Pyne
This merit scholarship is awarded to outstanding students who participated in the Rotary Youth Leadership Academy.
CLARION UNIVERSITY STEM SCHOLARSHIP

Alexandria Adkins
Vincent Coniglio
Erin Grigorovich
Keith Maitland
Matthew Siefert

Andrew Baker
Amanda Fiechuk
Cody Hollabaugh
Anna Pyne
Melinda Sovak

Jacob Beckey
Christopher Foose
Tony Kumetis
Morgan Rickley
Leah Vensel

Mallory Brannon
Christopher Frye
Mitchell Long
Courtney Sherry
Lindsey Williams

This merit scholarship is awarded to students who have a high school GPAs above 3.6 and SAT (combined) above 1150
or ACT composite above 25 and are studying science, technology, engineering or math.
CLARION COUNTY ROD & GUN CLUB

Heather Kinniburgh
Established in honor of Lewis Knight, Sr., a founding member and leader, to benefit students majoring in biology,
environmental biology, natural sciences, or a related field.
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CLARION UNIVERSITY APSCURF SCHOLARSHIP

Maeve Smith
A memorial to deceased or retired faculty. Candidates must have a minimum 1000 SAT (combined) or 22 ACT, and graduate
in the upper two-fifths of their high school class. Preference to Clarion University APSCURF descendents.
CLASS OF 1943 SCHOLARSHIP

Alivia Shuttleworth
Benefits students with a minimum 1000 SAT (combined) or 22 ACT, a GPA of 3.2 or better on a 4.0 scale, and financial need
verified by FAFSA.
CLASS OF 1949 SCHOLARSHIP

Abigail Reed
This class had a large number of returning World War II veterans, most of whom went on to become distinguished educators.
Candidates must have a minimum 1000 SAT (combined) or 22 ACT composite, be a prospective education major, graduate
in the upper two-fifths of high school class and be a descendant of a Clarion alumnus.
CLASS OF 1950 SCHOLARSHIP

Madison Cashmer
This class had a large number of returning World War II veterans, most of whom went on to become distinguished educators.
Candidates must have a minimum 1000 SAT (combined) or 22 ACT composite, be a prospective education major, graduate
in the upper two-fifths of high school class and be a descendant of a Clarion alumnus.
CLASS OF 1953 SCHOLARSHIP

Dylan Brown
Honors the 50th anniversary of their graduation from Clarion State Teachers College. Awarded to education majors with a
3.0 GPA and financial need.
CLASS OF 1959 SCHOLARSHIP

Madison Cashmer
The scholarship perpetuates the long-term commitment of class members to their alma mater in appreciation of their
education and opportunities it provided. Candidates must have a minimum 1000 SAT (combined), or 22 ACT; be a education
major and in the top 40 percent of their high school class. Preference is given to a descendant of a Clarion University alumnus.
CLASS OF 1961 SCHOLARSHIP

Katharine Gannon

Corinne Hoopes

When the Class of 1961 entered Clarion, it was strictly a college dedicated to producing outstanding teachers. This scholarship
is earmarked for an outstanding student in the Honors Program majoring in education.
COMMODORE CORP/RICHARD BOYLE SCHOLARSHIP

Travis Aites
Megan Kelley
Jesse Rosario-Adams
Bailey Wrhen

Magdalyn Brown
Zachery Miller
Maria Scalise

Nicole DeLoe
Zachary Musser
Erika Sherman

Sarah Hunsberger
Heather Rapp
Hunter Sliker

In memory of Commodore’s former manager, the award supports Commodore and Colony Factory Crafted Homes employees’
dependent children; based upon demonstrated financial need.
DANA STILL SCHOLARSHIP

Christopher Jones

Heather Kinniburgh

Marissa Maddigan

Honors the former professor of English, provost, interim president and chairman of the Council of Trustees. Presented annually
to incoming freshman students.
DAUGHTERS OF FOUNDERS AND PARTRIOTS OF AMERICA AWARD

Celeste Pearce
DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION AWARD

Jessica Kenny
DAVID M. MCELHATTAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Shania Ditzenberger

Ashley Keener

Zakary Lynn

Honors David M. McElhattan, friend, confidant, supporter and coach in the Franklin and Rocky Grove areas. Benefits a senior
or recent graduate of Franklin or Rocky Grove high schools with above average academic achievement, involvement in sports,
music, the arts or other social activities as a “team player.”
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DIANE L. REINHARD STUDENT HOUSING SCHOLARSHIP

Meya Aikens
Danielle Lydick
Sasha Norris
Brianna Shepherd
Jordyn Wilson

Amanda Elder
Cason Mangieri
Airel Pash
William Wasilko
Carly Zukowski

McKayla Hoover
Alexis Mazur
Beth Renaud
Mary Weiher

Sarah Hunsberger
Samantha Miller
Michelle Riesmeyer
Tara Welker-Martin

Incoming freshmen must demonstrate high level of academic achievement, active involvement in student leadership,
commitment to community service and participation in extracurricular activities.
DITOMMASO FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT

Brooke Lundy
Established by John DiTommaso (’78) to honor his parents, Angelo and Dorothy. Benefits incoming freshmen from Hempfield
(Greensburg), Penn-Trafford, Norwin, Jeannette or Greensburg Central Catholic high schools. Criteria includes minimum 1100
SAT (combined) or 24 ACT or ranking in upper two-fifths of the senior class.
DONNA DUPONT BISHOP SCHOLARSHIP

Jaimie Arthur
Established by J. Donald Bishop in honor of his late wife, Donna Dupont Bishop (’72). Award benefits an outstanding new
student. Criteria include a minimum 1300 SAT (combined), top two percent of class.
DR. LOU & MARGE TRIPODI SCHOLA

Justine McClaine
Established by Dr. Lou and Marge Tripodi for an incoming freshman graduating from Redbank Valley, Clarion-Limestone,
or Clarion high schools. Must have a minimum SAT score of 900 (combined), graduate in top 40 percent of high school class
and show financial need.
EILEEN THORNTON MURPHY AWARD

Kaitlyn Sass
EOP/ACT 101

Andrew Ortega
Awarded to freshman, sophomore or junior students involved with Act 101 who demonstrate academic achievement,
leadership qualities and commitment. Candidat0es must have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA.
FRANK H. SESSIONS SCHOLARSHIP

Celeste Graham
Honors a former dean of graduate studies and continuing education. Awarded to learning disabled or handicapped students
with a minimum 3.0 cumulative QPA.
FRED L. & JUNE MCCALL BURNS FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

William Miller
A sophomore academic scholarship established by Dr. Max H. Burns to honor his parents. Students must be seeking a degree
in music, drama or mathematics or education fields of the same.
GENE & CONNIE SMITH SCHOLARSHIP

Morgan Krieger
In honor of his parents, Ronald Smith (’86) established scholarship to assist Clarion students from the Clarion area. Preference
will be given to freshman from Clarion-Limestone, Clarion Area or Keystone High Schools.
GEORGE C. MARSHALL AWARD

Dylan Cleveland
HELEN GENDLER SCHOLARSHIP

Andrea Griffith
Established by Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Gendler to benefit a student with a disability. Selection is based upon academic
achievement, service to the university or community and financial need.
INEZ & B.H. FULTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Emma Kehn

Megan Moore

Established by Ralph (’31) and Virginia Fulton in memory of Ralph’s parents. Past recipients have a minimum 1200 SAT
and are in the upper 10 percent of their high school graduating class.

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JACK N. BLAINE SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT

Hallie McGrew
Honors the alumnus (’66) and physical science faculty who was the first director of Peirce Planetarium, director of the
university foundation and the university’s first vice president for development and institutional advancement. Awarded
to incoming freshmen in the sciences, first preference physics and astronomy.
JANE E. MAHEY GACKENBACH STUDENT ENDOWMENT

Cameron Akins
Elle Stine

Darnell Gardener
Jordyn Wilson

Parker Hinderliter

Cody Smith

Honors the Clarion native and 1931 graduate in secondary education library science. Jane Gackenbach served as the librarian
at State College Area High School until her retirement in 1974.
JANET SHRECKENGOST SCHOLARSHIP

Katlyn Bonifay

Maria Capozzi

Established by Howard Shreckengost, university trustee, to honor his wife. Freshmen candidates must have strong high school
academic credentials and be pursuing a degree in either music or nursing.
JOHN KUHN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Taramaire Gravallese

Zoe Richwine

Riley Schindler

Established to honor Dr. Kuhn, former Provost of Clarion University. Awarded to students who demonstrate academic
achievement and high school and community involvement.
KARL & INGE SENDLER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Hallie McGrew

Matthewos Woldu

Established in the memory of Karl and Inge Sendler for students with the desire and will to learn the world of physics.
For incoming freshmen students majoring in physics or secondary education physics and demonstrating financial need.
LAURA TAYLOR BOOTH PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Reanna Buzza

Megan Mulhair

Created by Oleta B. Amsler in honor of her mother. First preference to elementary education majors from Elk County.
Secondary consideration extends to western Pennsylvania. Criteria includes minimum 1250 SAT (combined) and top five
percent of high school senior class. Renewable award is offered once every four years.
LESLIE R. AND HELEN LYTLE HIMES FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

Kery Bailey
Regan Gaydash
Tatum Henderson
Erica Peterson
Audrey Sherry

Angela Conner
Shannon Haren
Lance Holt
Hannah Roberts
Marissa Snyder

Julia Dittman
Zayn Hargenrader
Brooke Kriebel
Paige Schwabenbauer
Kimberly Thurston

Natalie Everett
Jordan Heeter
Kelsey Martin
Felicia Scranton
Ryan Wolbert

Established by daughter Margery L. Himes as a tribute to the family’s commitment to education, the university and the region.
As a lawyer and community leader, Mr. Himes served as a trustee from 1936-1939. Margery, spent her distinguished career as
an elementary teacher in Clarion County, working collaboratively with faculty in Clarion’s College of Education. Benefits Clarion
County students in pursuit of reaching their education goals.
LORI ANN AARON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Tatum Henderson
Established by her husband, family and friends to honor the alumna (’96, ’01). Benefits freshmen with a minimum 3.0 GPA
in a high school college preparatory curriculum and financial need. First preference to C-L students.
LYLE & CLARA REINHARD FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

Maria Capozzi

Angelina Sibeto

Established by former President Diane Reinhard in memory of her parents. One award is designated for nursing. Incoming
student needs to be near the top of his/her senior high school class, minimum 1000 SATs.
M.M. & MINNIE KAUFMAN LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP

Kalea Bray
Megan Moore
Sabrina Perilli

Jessica Burch
Megan Mulhair
Riley Schindler

Sadie Clark
Amy Orzechowski

Morgan Douglass
Sterlling Pedersen

Established by Virginia Kaufman (’37), in honor of her parents. Benefits freshmen with a minimum 1200 SAT (combined)
in the upper 10 percent of their high school graduating class.

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MARJORIE TIPPIN PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Christina Cotton
Robert Hacku
Claire Klanica
Helen Patterson

Allison Covert
Wyatt Inlow
Kinsey Laninga
Rebecca Podrosky

Natalie Everett
Emma Kehn
Kaitlyn Mulligan
Lea Saunders

Leah Fryer
Olivia Keltz
Elizabeth Novotny
Riley Schindler

Awarded to students with a minimum 1300 SAT in the upper two percent of their graduating class. The $1,000 per year award
is renewable for up to four school years.
MARLIN & CLEVA HARTMAN SCHOLAR

KaliAnn Kirst
Established by Marlin Hartman ’59, and Cleva Haight Hartman ’59, for a freshman son or daughter of a United States veteran.
First preference is for a math or math education major. Second preference is for an elementary education major.
MARY R. HARDWICK SCHOLARSHIP

Therese Holzapfel

Krissie Miranda

Ashley Thompson

Awarded to incoming freshmen or transfer students in honor of the retired speech communication and theatre professor.
Selection is based upon a required essay, financial need and overall academic standing.
MARY & MARTHA COLEGROVE EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP

Samantha Allegretto
Brittany Kowatch
Courtnee Tyler

Makayla Belser
Andee O’Brien

Makensi Belser
Elizabeth Tanner

Megan Durante

Awarded to women from McKean County who can continue to receive the awards during subsequent years if they maintain
a cumulative 3.0 QPA.
MARY C. MURPHY SCHIERBERL LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP

Jay Lindbert
A memorial to Mary Catherine Murphy Schierberl (1909), by her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and friends
of the Schierberl, Wolf and O’Toole families. Benefits freshmen with a minimum 3.0 GPA, SAT 1000 (combined) and ranked
in the top 40 percent of class.
MARY KAY BANNER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Kayla Benton
Jonathan Dunn
Sarah Inlow
Kaesi Morelli
Joshua Toma

Sadie Bloom
Lonnie Frank
Alicia Kaufmann
Amanda O’Kane
Mariah Treiber

Ashley Deen
Noelle Fretts
Elizabeth McNitt
Taylor Phillips
Jessica Walls

Megan Donlick
Charlotte Hood
Andrew Monger
Kyle Rodgers
Morgan Woodin

Established by a bequest from Mary Kay Banner in recognition of her belief in education. Benefits juniors or seniors
with a minimum 3.0 QPA, financial need and a native-born citizen of the United States.
MEGAN LHOTA-CALDERARO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Nelliram Muniz-Mendez
Established by Jim Calderaro Jr. in honor of his wife (’73). Benefits freshman Spanish-education major with a minimum
3.0 GPA and a 1000 SAT (combined). Second preference to a Spanish major.
NEW CASTLE WOLVES SCHOLARSHIP

Clarence Zook
Benefits full-time students from Lawrence County who graduated in the upper two-fifths of their high school class. Students
are eligible for subsequent awards, providing they remain in good academic standing. Renewable with a 3.0 QPA in the major.
OLETA B. AMSLER SCHOLARSHIP

Dylan Bender

Ashley Slade

Benefits a freshman liberal studies major who displays eclectic activities and interests during high school. Renewable with
a 3.0 GPA in the major.
PANASONIC IDEAS FOR LIFE SCHOLARSHIP

Matthew Zoeller
Established by Panasonic System Solutions Company in 2007. Benefits an incoming freshman with a minimum 3.0 GPA
in strong academic courses and financial need.

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PARMA DIXON MOONEY SCHOLARSHIP

Kaitlyn Johnson
Benefits freshman/transfer elementary education major. Must be a Clarion County resident or graduate of a county high
school. Based upon academic record, extracurricular activities and leadership skills.
PASSHE STUDY ABROAD AWARD

Jenala Jones

Shaquan McPhaul-Barr

Kara Sorenson

Sarah Yorks

Awarded to outstanding Clarion University students studying abroad.
PAUL A. & MARY WEAVER LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP

Morgan Krieger

Mark Liu

Established by the children of Paul A. and Mary Weaver. Benefits academically achieving freshmen with a minimum 1100 SAT
and ranked in the upper two-fifths of their high school class. First preference given to students in rural Clarion County with
financial need.
PAY IT FORWARD SCHOLARSHIP

Emilie Miller
Established by James Staab (’70), graduate of Clarion-Limestone High School, and Sally (Harris) Staab, (’72) graduate
of Keystone Oaks High School (Pittsburgh, Pa.). Benefits a graduate from one of the aforementioned schools who clearly
understands and demonstrates the concept of Pay it Forward. Students must have a minimum graduating GPA of 2.75
and minimum 900 SAT (combined), or 19 ACT.
PHI ETA SIGMA STUDENTS

Leo Aiello
Emily Baker
Makensi Belser
Andrew Bernstein
Rachael Brent
Jessica Burch
Robin Cebula
Cassandra Cooper
Kelley DeSantis
Laken Draksler
Hannah Fallecker
Olivia Garrett
Hannah Hummel
Leah Kappel
Zakary Lynn
Lindsey Mays
Kylie McElrath
Taylor Medsger
Hana Murphy
Courtney Rankin
Hanna Rigby
Felicia Scranton
Alivia Shuttleworth
Lindsay Smelcer
Markelle Smith
Jasmine Thompson
Justin Vasil
Jordyn Wilson

DuWayne Amsler
Cassandra Beck
Sarah Bendal
Haley Bills
Prince Brooks
Hannah Butch
Devon Chase
Christina Cotton
Cole Devine
Amy Drick
Skylar Fiscus
Samuel Gatesman
Monica Ingram
Breanna Leidy
Maggie Martin
Alexis Mazur
Hannah McElrath
Samantha Metts
Nickita Muto
Serena Reidler
Tiffany Schaffer
Rachael Shaw
Angelina Sibeto
Hannah Smelscer
Kaitlynn Stasko
Rachel Trunzo
Gabrielle Wasilko
Tree Zuzzio

Mickenna Ansell
Andrew Beels
Katie Benson
Sarah Boodjeh
Dylan Brown
Presley Carpenter
Lindsey Chatterton
Adrienne Crist
Sandra Diller
Chelsie Engle
Brittany Fitzgerald
Taylor Haner
Kylie Judy
Mark Liu
Allison Matter
Sarah McCauley
Elise McGovern
Emilie Miller
Ethan Okunas
Robert Reiser
Kristin Schrecengost
Anna Sheen
DeAnna Singer
Sara Smerkar
Steven Stitt
Zachary Tyler
Adrian Weber

Caleb Bailey
Makayla Belser
Jessi Berarducci
Mallory Brannon
Madison Bumbarger
Meghan Carpenter
Corey Clarke
Jessica Denzer
Morgan Douglass
Jason Engle
Ryan Flynn
Samantha Horn
Emily Kamats
Brooke Lundy
Amiris Maxwell
Justine McClaine
Amelia McMurtray
Kayla Molzer
Dante Paul
Ariel Rhoads
Briana Schwab
Brianna Shepherd
Danae Slaugenhaupt
Lindsey Smith
Tabitha Switzer
Kaitlyn Vale
Alyssa White

Phi Eta Sigma induction recognizes promise of continued excellence in scholarship. Requirements include a minimum 3.5 QPA
while a freshman at Clarion University.
PHI ETA SIGMA SCHOLARSHIP

Kylee Deal

Courtney McMurray

The Clarion University chapter, a member of the Association of College Honor Societies, offers one cash award each year.
The candidate must be a member of the Honor Society, which requires a minimum 3.5 QPA after one or two semesters.
Selection is based on academic record and participation in extracurricular activities.

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PHI KAPPA PHI

STUDENT INITIATES
Taylor Barum
Emily Brianne Dingfelder
Jillian Shull

Katlyn Barthen
Sarah Elizabeth Findlay
Chantal M. Simard

Julianna M. Crate
Alexandra McKenney
Eric Zavinski

OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY MEMBERS, FACULTY, STAFF INITIATES
Peggy Apple
Ning Chen
Amy Conner Love
Scott A. Kuehn
Erin A. Lewis
Daniel Parker
Karen M. Whitney

Audrianna DeLacour
Samantha Mihelic

JD Dunbar
Erin E. Schuetz

Recognizes and rewards academic success from all fields.
PRESIDENTIAL ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP

Patrick Anna
Angela Conner
Alex Francette
Madison Hill
Wesley Lang
Amanda O’Kane
Jillian Shull
Jonathan Thompson

Ellen Bossert
Ashley Deen
Noelle Fretts
Tiffany Hopkins
Kinsey Laninga
Brooke Proctor
Brennah Simpson
Kayla VanHolten

Brooke Carlson
Emily Dibble
Morgan Gober
Kayla Knox
Alexis Lopez
Justin Prokop
Mary Sloniger
James Varner

Kelsiddy Coffman
Catherine Ferragonio
Rachel Harrison
Rachel Labowski
Rebecca Myers
Vanessa Richards
Maria Snyder
Brodie Zacherl

This merit scholarship is awarded to incoming students applying as freshmen based on GPAs above 3.0 and SAT scores
(combined) above 1000 or ACT composite scores above 21.
PROVOST ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP

Levi Barger
Genevieve Eaker
Alyssa Gephart
Shawn Hawkins
Shannon Roberts
Marissa Sheffer

Evan Black
Thomas Feather
Nathanael Glace
Kristi Kraft
Cassidy Runyan
Taylor Tamburo

Sydney Briner
Mariah Fitzgerald
Damien Granda
Elizabeth McNitt
Samantha Sadd
Kassandra Wetterwald

Sarah Dugan
Tia George
Jarred Hannold
Kirstin Metzler
Paige Secco

This merit scholarship is awarded to incoming freshmen students based on GPAs above 3.0 and SAT scores (combined) above
1000 or ACT composite scores above 21.
RICHARD W. KOOMAN SCHOLARSHIP

Courtney Rankin
Established to honor the life and work of Richard W. Kooman. Benefits incoming freshman must be a Clarion county high
school graduate, demonstrate academic achievement, demonstrate interest and involvement in a variety of activities and
service opportunities and demonstrate financial need as determined by FAFSA.
ROBERT G. AND MARJORIE HAMPE STRAUB SCHOLARSHIP

Leah Campbell

Kirsten Davis

Established by Glenn and Colleen Straub, to honor their parents, Robert G. and Marjorie Hampe Straub, for instilling in them
the importance of a post-secondary degree. Benefits recent graduate from Beaver County, with above-average academics.
RONALD B. LUCAS SCHOLARSHIP

Nicholas Shirk
Established by Ronald (’82) and Debra Lucas for students with a minimum 3.0 high school GPA. First preference to computer
information science major. Next preference administrative science, finance or accountancy.
SARA CICCIARELLI PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Jonathon Best

Brooke Kriebel

Shannon Myers

Established by the estate of Sara (Milanovich) Cicciarelli (’32), who taught English for 25 years in the Union School District.
Candidates must demonstrate strong grades and have a minimum 1000 SAT (combined) or a 22 ACT and financial need.
First preference is given to students from Union High School.
SONJA & CHUCK LEACH SCHOLARSHIP

Quentin Claypool

Morgan Douglass

Padraic Manning

Awarded annually to an outstanding business student of at least sophomore standing selected on the basis of academic
record, contribution to COBAIS and the university and participation in extracurricular activities/professional organizations.

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STEPHENS SCHOLARSHIP

Brittany Fitzgerald
Established by Dr. Harold & Carolyn Hartley family to honor Harold’s childhood friends, Wesley and George Stephens, whose
heroic actions saved his life at age 8 . First preference: freshman from Mountain View School District (Susquehanna County,
Pa.) Second preference: freshmen speech pathology and audiology major.
STRICKLER SCHOLARSHIP

Ginger Verdill

Anneliese Welch

Established in memory of Myra by her husband, Dr. Mervin K. Strickler Jr. (’47). Myra Dell attended Clarion in a time when
it was not the norm for women to pursue science degrees. She was recruited as a science teacher before graduating from
college and broke new ground for careers in science for women. Benefits science and science education majors with minimum
3.0 GPA. First preference is given to a freshman female student.
SUPREME COUNCIL OF THE SCOTTISH RITE OF FREEMASONRY AWARD

Eric LaFrance
WALTER & ANNA WEAVER SCHOLARSHIP

Courtney Rankin
Established by Paul and Mary Weaver to honor Paul’s parents. Past recipients had a minimum 1200 SAT (combined)
and graduated in the upper 10 percent of their high school senior class.
WALTER L. HART SCHOLARSHIP

Benjamin Blinn
Emma Kehn
Lindsay Smelcer

Amanda Droney
Kinsey Laninga

Tyler Falk
Megan Moore

Darby Grunwald
Alexis Robison

Honors the former admissions director. Awarded to incoming freshmen in the top five percent of their class, with 1300+ SAT
scores (combined), and with accomplishments and contributions in extracurricular activities.
WHO’S WHO

Jillian Lohner

Casey McVay

Katherine Welsh

National college student recognition program. Students are nominated by faculty.
WILMA BEST LOGUE EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP

Dawn Ritzler
Awarded each year to an incoming freshman education major from Keystone High School.
WRITING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

Makayla Belser
Jessica Greiner
Claire Klanica
Rebecca Pietropaolo
Riley Schindler
Carly Williams

Anish Bhagwat
Darby Grunwald
Hannah Lakatos
Mekhi Pitts
Kendahl Seilhamer
Olivia Wissinger

Magdalyn Brown
Cecelia Harmon
Megan Moore
Ariel Rhoads
Abigail Shipley

Leah Fryer
Seth Kaminski
Amy Orzechowski
Allison Ruggiero
Nicholas Tanner

This is an award for students who demonstrate excellence in writing during the admissions process.

ATHLETICS
AL & KAREN JACKS FOOTBALL SCHOLARSHIP

Gregory Leonard

Adam Staudt

Honors Coach Al Jacks and his late wife, Karen, for unselfish contributions to Clarion’s football and athletic programs for more
than 20 years. Benefits Clarion University football players who meet NCAA eligibility.
ALEX SANDUSKY FOOTBALL SCHOLARSHIP

Devin Clark

Quinlin Lambert

Wade Stieren

Derek Taylor

Established by Clarion State football great Alex Sandusky (’54) who played on the first undefeated team in school history and
was drafted in 1954 to the legendary Baltimore Colts where he played for 13 seasons. Candidates must be a Clarion University
football player who meets NCAA eligibility.

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ALPHA GAMMA PHI SCHOLARSHIP

Kevin Allen
Mitchell Faulkner

Taylor Braunagel
Kaitlyn Glaser

Gregory Bulsak
Joseph Kerrigan

Tyrone Cromwell
Akeem Williams

Established by the brothers of Alpha Gamma Phi fraternity. Awarded to incoming freshmen student-athletes. Recipient must
have a minimum 900 SAT, be ranked in the upper two-fifths of his/her graduating class, have financial need, and meet the
eligibility requirements of the NCAA.
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP

Michael Bartolo
Ashley Deleonibus
Ashley Poling

Maria Capozzi
Lauryn Driscoll

DeAndre Clayton
Elizabeth Gourley

Christina Cotton
Brendan Howard

Created by the Clarion University Alumni Association, these scholarships are available to Clarion University athletes who meet
the NCAA eligibility requirements.
BURNS & BURNS GOLF SCHOLARSHIP

Fisher Bagiatis

Loren Dukate

Sean Edgar

Timothy Sandberg

Supports outstanding student-athletes participating in the golf program.
BOOK SCHOLARSHIP

Ashley Deleonibus

Tyra Polite

Brock Zacherl

COACH BILL SACCO BASKETBALL SCHOLARSHIP

Jamal Bailey
John (’82) and Ellen Calipari have created this scholarship to honor one of John’s coaching mentors: former Moon High School
coach and Clarion grad Bill Sacco (’66). Benefits a male basketball player from Pennsylvania who meets NCAA eligibility
requirements.
COACH JOE DEGREGORIO BASKETBALL SCHOLARSHIP

Justin Dobbs

Cameron Grumley

Akeem Williams

Created by John (’82) and Ellen Calipari to honor one of John’s coaching mentors: Clarion head basketball coach Joe
DeGregorio. Benefits a male basketball player from Pennsylvania who meets NCAA eligibility requirements.
COLE FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

Jacob Gromacki
The Cole Family Scholarship is created by Michael (’91) and Stephanie (Sherman) (’90) Cole to recognize what the Clarion
University athletics program has done for their family. The scholarship is awarded to a wrestler who demonstrates a continued
spirit of excellence on the mat, at practice, in the classroom and in the community.
DARE TO DREAM SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Tyrone Butler
Stephen Fedyshyn
Brandon Vocco

Clay Byerly
Bradley Gable

Gage Clark
Matthew Gilliam

Jeffrey Clemens
Hakeim McKenzie

Established by the Clarion University Football Alumni Committee. Their mission it is to unite Clarion football alumni and friends
to preserve our proud football tradition and generate funds for scholarship assistance to talented student athletes.
DAVID MERCINKO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

James Metzgar
Established by Michael (’79) and Courtney Baker in memory of Dave Mercinko, a former Clarion University football player.
Benefits freshmen student athletes with a minimum 900 SAT who graduated in the top two-fifths of high school class, and
demonstrate financial need.
DAVID SMITH HOUSING SCHOLARSHIP

Taylor Braunagel
Julia Holden
Olivia Olson
Jennifer Straw

Kelsey Burke
Michelle Morrisey
Quorea Pearyer
Leah Vensel

Ashley Deleonibus
Krista Mosi
Tyra Polite
Tracy Wiehe

Lauryn Driscoll
Veronika Noyszewski
Marissa Robertson
Rebecca Yonek

DEAN JAMES D. MOORE WOMEN’S SOFTBALL SCHOLARSHIP

Paige Baker
Established by David C. Smith, (’64), to honor the former Clarion State College dean. First preference is given to a student/
softball player pursuing a degree in education and human services.

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DR. HELEN M. BARTON

Tracy Wiehe
Established by Mary L. Seifert (’46), in memory of former physical education teacher, Helen Barton. Benefits female freshman
student athletes, preferrably a female basketball player meeting NCAA requirements.
DR. MAX NEMMER WOMEN’S TENNIS SCHOLARSHIP

Therese Holzapfel
Established by David C. Smith (’64) to honor Dr. Max Nemmer, a respected and admired professor. Candidates must meet
NCAA eligibility requirements. First preference given to education and human services students.
DR. REBECCA RUTT LEAS SWIMMING SCHOLARSHIP

Summer Dacheux
Created by coach Leas (1979-1987) and swimmer Milissa (Steiner) Bauer (’84) to honor Clarion’s six Division II national team
titles. Clarion won eight straight PSAC championships, competed at the Division I national championships 1982-86 and the
1984 U.S. Olympic Trials. Awarded to a woman who demonstrates this spirit of excellence in the water and in the classroom.
ERNEST W. JOHNSON MEMORIAL BASEBALL SCHOLARSHIP

John Finke

Mitchell Holmberg

Benefits a baseball team member who is a resident of Pennsylvania. Candidate must have completed at least three semesters,
be in good academic standing and be eligible for NCAA participation the following year.
FRAN SHOPE WOMEN’S ATHLETICS SCHOLARSHIP

MacKenzie Biggs
Awarded to a junior or senior woman who has made outstanding contributions to Clarion University athletics.
GEORGE B. GARBARINO SCHOLARSHIP

Alivia Arnold
Clancy Fyock
Cary Johns
Christina Sather
Akeem Williams

Michael Bartolo
Chris Gildea
Cameron Kockler
Jenna Schrecengost
Brodie Zacherl

Ty Bittner
Kaitlyn Glaser
Kelsey Murray
Alexa Stubenrauch

Ashley Deleonibus
Rachel Hoffman
Kaitlyn Nedrow
Collin Vest

An endowed scholarship available to both men and women who compete on intercollegiate teams at Clarion.
GEORGE F. & TWILA M. WOLLASTON SCHOLARSHIP

Kyler Mellott

Maniah Robinson

Created by the Wollastons (George ’57 and Twila M. ’58) to attract outstanding freshmen who are a members of the men’s
baseball team and the women’s basketball team.
GEORGE WILLIAMS/ROBERT BUBB WRESTLING SCHOLARSHIP

Michael Bartolo
Brylee Shumaker

Jacob Gromacki
Brock Zacherl

Jacob Keller
Brodie Zacherl

Jack Peura

Established by Mrs. Nancy Williams in memory of her husband, the voice of Clarion wrestling for many years.
Benefits a member of the university’s wrestling team or a graduate student associated with the program based upon
academic proficiency, wrestling performance, character, moral standards and NCAA eligibility.
GOLDEN EAGLE ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

DeAndre Clayton

Emma Kehn

Scholarships are available to both men and women who compete on intercollegiate teams at Clarion.
HARRY TRIPP - WOMEN’S ATHLETICS

Kaitlyn Nedrow
Supports a female student athlete.
HILBERT TENNIS SCHOLARSHIP

Alivia Arnold
Established by 2005 Distinguished Alumnus P.J. (Magaro) Hilbert (’77) who was instrumental in establishing the women’s
tennis program and played on the original team.

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JAMES A. “ABBY” MAYS SCHOLARSHIP

Justin Grant

Matthew Koerper

Established by Carloyn Mays Axtell to honor her father, a leader in the development of Clarion County. Benefits studentathletes enrolled in the College of Business Administration and Information Sciences who meet eligibility requirements
for either football or men’s basketball.
JOE KATA SCHOLARSHIP

Stephanie Lias

Louis Lombardo

Established by Verna Kata (’32) in memory of her husband, Joe, a former three-sport athlete and local high school football
coach, guidance counselor and superintendent. Awarded to a male or female freshman student athlete who meets NCAA
eligibility requirements.
JOHN V. CALIPARI MEN’ S BASKETBALL SCHOLARSHIP

Justin Dobbs

Akeem Williams

Created by John V. Calipari (’82) and supported by his former Clarion teammates. Awarded annually to a Clarion University
Men’s Basketball playerwho meet NCAA eligibility requirements.
JOHNNY GARNEAU – GOLDEN SPIKE SCHOLARSHIP

Kaitlyn Glaser
Established by Chuck (’72) and Jane (’73) McLaughlin in honor of Jane’s father, restauranteur and a founding father
of the local Autumn Leaf Festival, Johnny Garneau. Benefits incoming freshmen volleyball players who meets NCAA
eligibility requirements and a GPA of 3.2 or above. Peference given to a business major.
JIMMY KNOWLES SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT

Louis Lombardo
JOSEPH J. KNOWLES SCHOLARSHIP

Alex Ficorilli

James Metzgar

Established to assist both a baseball and a football student athlete annually.
KUZEMKA FAMILY LEADERSHIP WRESTLING SCHOLARSHIP

Brodie Zacherl
LEFEVRE FAMILY GOLF SCHOLARSHIP

Logan Reed
Created by Al Lefevre (’65, ’71), and his wife Bonnie (Elizabeth J. Harkness ’65) to honor their family and a life-long relationship
with Clarion. Bonnie, an avid golfer, earned an education degree and taught kindergarten for 27 years. Al played quarterback
for the Golden Eagles. He was a speech therapist and coached 70 different high shool teams, returning to Clarion as head golf
coach in 1999. Named PSAC Coach of the Year in 2002 and 2006, Al lost his battle with brain cancer August 2008.
LOUIS & BEATRICE DEAN FAMILY ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP

Kaitlyn Nedrow
Established by Louis (’74) and Beatrice Dean to support Clarion University student athletes.
MARK NANZ MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Ian Lindsey
Established by Chuck Nanz, former CU head swimming coach and father of Mark Nanz. Chuck started the swimming program
in the late 1960s. His team placed second in the conference its first year and was PSAC champion the next seven years. Mark
was killed in an accident three days prior to his 30th birthday while returning to Pennsylvania for a reunion with former
swimming teammates.
MOFFATT FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

Dominic Rigous
Established by James (Jim) and Marilyn (Mim) Moffatt (’70) to as a tribute to all their Clarion wrestling program friends.
Benefits wretlers who meet NCAA requirements.
PAT KIEHL DIVING SCHOLARSHIP

Collin Vest
Established by Pat Kiehl (’72), a member of the first swimming team at Clarion, the first team captain, Clarion’s first national
champion, All-American and MVP who became a professional high diver and won the Masters National Age Group Diving
Championship.

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PAT KIEHL INTEREST SCHOLARSHIP

Collin Vest
PAT MOONEY CROSS COUNTRY/TRACK & FIELD SCHOLARSHIP

Kelsey Johnson
Honors 10-year coach Pat Mooney. Benefits cross country or track and field team members, a team member entering their final
season of competition, and a non-athletic member who has contributed to the well being of the team and university.
POTTER MCCLUNE SCHOLARSHIP

Kayce Bobnar
Established by Clifford R. McClune and his wife, Maralouise, in honor of his parents, Blance Irene Potter and Russell R. McClune;
and grandparents. Supports Clarion County student athletes with preference given to students from Clarion Area or ClarionLimestone high schools who demonstrate financial need.
RICHARD & MARY LOU PAE FOOTBALL SCHOLARSHIP

Ryan Adams
Sam Fareri

Tyrone Butler

Brendon Carlson

Tyrone Cromwell

Honors coach Dick Pae for nearly 30 years as a highly regarded teacher, coach, mentor, and his wife, assistant dean
Mary Lou Pae, for their influence on Clarion athletics. Awarded to junior football players who demonstrate excellence
in athletics and academics. Special consideration is given to defensive players majoring in business.
RICHARD FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

Brendan Howard
Established by Randall (’87) and Diana (Lee) (’87) Richard to honor Clarion family, friends, coaches, faculty and the
community. Benefits members of the wrestling team.
TAKE FLIGHT ENDOWMENT FOR WOMEN’S ATHLETICS

Christan Bowshier
Olivia Olson

Lauryn Driscoll
Christina Sather

Morgan Herold

Kyla Hoag

Established by Karl and Inge Sendler for freshmen students interested in physics. Mr. Sendler contributed to the development
of U.S. manned space capabilities retir from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in 1974. Mrs. Sendler, a physics graduate in her
own right, worked for the U.S. Army.
TONY BANNER FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

Olivia Olson
Supports a member of the women’s volleyball team.
WEIR FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

Tyrone Butler
Established by former Clarion University athlete Chuck Weir (’56) and Shirley Weir in honor of the Weir family, some of whom
have graduated from Clarion University. Awarded to a freshman student-athlete who meets the NCAA eligibility criteria.
WILLIAM G. MILLER SWIMMING & DIVING SCHOLARSHIP

Maria Capozzi
Established to honor coach Bill Miller. After 22 years as the men’s swimming coach, his record was 154-38. After 13 years as the
women’s swimming coach, his record was 90-20. Eligible candidates must be a member of the Clarion University Swimming/
Diving Team and meet NCAA eligibility requirements.
W.S. TIPPIN SCHOLARSHIP

Charlotte Allen
Alivia Arnold
Paige Baker
Paul Blendinger
Paul Branagan
Cameron Butler
Jeffrey Clemens
Letizia Collini
Shelby Coughenour
Cassandra Daniels
Lauryn Driscoll
Myles Edmonds
Tyler Falk

Kevin Allen
Autumn Babcock
Amanda Batey
Kayce Bobnar
Taylor Braunagel
Brendon Carlson
Tatiana Cloud
Dustin Conti
Jacob Craig
Ashley Deleonibus
Jillian DuBois
Natalie Else
Mitchell Faulkner

Brian Andrews
Fisher Bagiatis
Jordan Bekelja
Alexis Boie
Rikki Brumbaugh
Anna Chamberlin
Kara Coffman
Roshaun Cooley
Summer Dacheux
Evan Delong
Loren Dukate
Philip Esposito
Catherine Ferragonio
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Tyrone Archie
Jamal Bailey
MacKenzie Biggs
Sarah Boodjeh
Gregory Bulsak
DeAndre Clayton
Letizia Collini
Christina Cotton
Evan Daley
Taylor Donia
Sean Edgar
Kyle Evans
Nicole Finley

Joseph Folz
Giovanni George
Kaitlyn Glaser
Kyle Greenwald
Amesha Harden
Rachel Hoffman
Avery Howsare
Delrika Jones-Carey
Samuel Kinney
Breanna Leidy
Ian Lindsey
Adam Lynch
Demetrius McKenzie
Kwame Morton
Taylor Nonnenberg
Patrick Olivier
Joshua Payne-White
Andrew Pirritano
Nathan Porter
Vinisha Reddy
Erin Rodgers
Cassidy Runyan
August Schmitt
Layne Skundrich
Benjamin Spencer
Kari Steuer
Alexa Stubenrauch
Joshua Thruston
Collin Vest
Tracy Wiehe
Delrece Williams
Rebecca Yonek
Brock Zacherl

Rhianon Fowler
Carlee Freeberg
Danielle Gettemy
Rachel Giannangeli
Jacob Good
Kaitlin Gore
Lauryn Greggs
Robert Hacku
Tara Harmon
Jacob Heigel
Julia Holden
McKayla Hoover
Angelo Jackson
Kelsey Johnson
Marina Kelly
Joseph Kerrigan
Matthew Koerper
Robert Korzon
Gregory Leonard
Jacob Leone
Louis Lombardo
Alexis Lopez
Morgan Manglaviti
Nicole Maxson
James Metzgar
Krissie Miranda
Krista Mosi
Kelsey Murray
Veronika Noyszewski
Aaliyah Odom
Olivia Olson
Taylor Ortz
Quorea Pearyer
Marissa Peterson
Kaley Pittsley
Ashley Poling
Allison Probst
Haley Pszyk
Jamey Renninger
Marissa Robertson
Meliah Roman
Edgar Ruano
Laura Sadowski
Jessica Samuels
Anna Sheen
Jessica Shomo
Kira Smith
Maria Snyder
Taylor Starr
Adam Staudt
Wade Stieren
Danielle Stoner
Lauren Sturnick
Danielle Tarr
Tyler Tucker
Zachary Turner
Brandon Vocco
Andrew Vonada
Casey Wilcox
Akeem Williams
Joshua Wiskeman
Troy Woodard
Courtney Young
Emily Young
Benjamin Zoeller

Darnell Gardener
Chris Gildea
Sarah Gossard
Madison Hamilton
Morgan Herold
Brendan Howard
Takiyul Johnson
Saif Khan
Matthew Lehman
Stephanie Lias
Nicole Lukens
Colton McKay
Zackary Morris
Abbigale Newman
Megen Oliphant
Samuel Payne
Michelle Petrilla
Tyra Polite
Katherine Querciagrossa
Maniah Robinson
Macy Rubin
Timothy Sandberg
Connor Simmons
Alissa Spencer
Brigid Stermel
Jennifer Straw
Cassandra Thomas
Danielle Vensel
Miranda Weston
Brandon Williams
Marques Wright
Nicole Young

Available to men and women who compete on intercollegiate teams at Clarion.

DEBATE
MCCAULIFF FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

Thomas Callenburg
Established by Dr. Mary Lou Higgerson (’70) to honor her brother, Barry McCauliff (’72), and his 35 years of service to Clarion and
continue the strong legacy of debate at Clarion.

HONORS
BELLE CARSON RANDALL HONORS SCHOLARSHIP

Olivia Wissinger
Endowed by Kay Ordiway (’61) Clark in memory of her aunt, Belle Carson Randall (’29) to continue the Clarion tradition
of excellence in teaching. Belle Carson graduated from Clarion State Teacher’s College in 1929 and began teaching in a rural
one-room schoolhouse. Benefits incoming Honors student education majors in their journey to become an “ideal teacher.”
DAVID C. SMITH HOUSING SCHOLARSHIP (HONORS)
Gabriel Ackman
Tyler Agosti
Jordan Bekelja
Justine Berkhouse
Margaret Brown
Katlyn Corbett
Taylor Eppinger
Jessica Fesenmyer
Xavier Garibay
Siriluk Geytenbeek
Warren Huey
Kinsey Laninga
Garrett Moats
Hunter Nicholson
Eliza O’Neal
Marissa Paredes
Heidi-Jo Shuttleworth
Hunter Smith
Mary Weiher
Lindsey Wohar

Jaimie Arthur
Kevin Borland
Jessica Denzer
Amanda Fiechuk
Brooke Homan
Lauren Leatherman
Brandon Nielsen
Morgan Rickley
Melinda Sovak
Eric Zavinski
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Jacob Beckey
Taylor Braunagel
Rebecca Dudek
Katharine Gannon
Corey Horgan
Sarah Minnix
Elizabeth Novotny
Tatiana Sangadzhieva
Rachel Stoltz

E. JAMES & PATRICIA KELLEY HONORS SCHOLARSHIP

Jordan Bekelja
Established by Pat Kelley in loving memory of her husband, James (’50). Jim played both basketball and baseball, leading to
creation of this combined scholarship for the Honors Program and athletics.
FOUNDATION HONORS SCHOLARSHIP

Tyler Agosti
Kaitlyn Bell
Margaret Brown
Jessica Denzer
Tyler Falk
Katharine Gannon
Siriluk Geytenbeek
Catherine Hogg
Sarah Hrubetz
Kinsey Laninga
Edward McFadden
Hunter Nicholson
Clarissa Potsubay
Kaitlynn Sass
Hunter Smith
Lauryn Tyler

Shannon Ankney
Justine Berkhouse
Tamara Butler
Rebecca Dudek
Jessica Fesenmyer
Xavier Garibay
Shelby Groff
Brooke Homan
Warren Huey
Lauren Leatherman
Dylan McGlone
Elizabeth Novotny
Wade Reichelderfer
Marissa Sheffer
Melinda Sovak
Mary Weiher

Samantha Beal
Katlyn Bonifay
Katlyn Corbett
Kelly Dungan
Amanda Fiechuk
Sarah Garrett
Kate Hammond
Corinne Hoopes
Kristina Kiritchenko
Heather Mahoney
Rebecca Mullen
Eliza O’Neal
Morgan Rickley
Heidi-Jo Shuttleworth
Rachel Stoltz
Lindsey Wohar

Jacob Beckey
Kevin Borland
Ashley Deen
Taylor Eppinger
Alex Francette
Regan Gaydash
Tyler Hilbert
Corey Horgan
Tony Kumetis
Taylor McClay
Kaitlyn Mulligan
Lauren Pellegrino
Hannah Roberts
Andrew Skubisz
Jennifer Stuart
Eric Zavinski

Honors program students are selected on the basis of academic achievement and evidence of leadership and motivation.
FRANCE-ALLISON HONORS SCHOLARSHIP

Megan Blashford
Kristina Kiritchenko

Rebecca Dudek
Wade Reichelderfer

Tyler Falk
Andrew Skubisz

Siriluk Geytenbeek

One awardee from senior capstone presenters is selected within each concurrent session. Recognition is based on
presentation content, use of audiovisuals, oral presentation skills and answering questions.
HONORS PROGRAM STUDENTS

Gabriel Ackman
Shannon Ankney
Jacob Beckey
Justine Berkhouse
Benjamin Blinn
Taylor Braunagel
Cameron Butler
Quentin Claypool
Christina Cotton
Jessica Denzer
Kelly Dungan
Jessica Fesenmyer
Alex Francette
Xavier Garibay
Andrew Gilara
Kate Hammond
Morgan Herold
Therese Holzapfel
Sarah Hrubetz
Stephanie Kahle
Claire Klanica
Hannah Lakatos
Cody Litz
Heather Mahoney
Alexis Mazur
Hallie McGrew
Nicholas Montelone
Rebecca Mullen
Alexandra Nelson

Tyler Agosti
Jaimie Arthur
Tyler Beichner
Andrew Bernsein
Katlyn Bonifay
Margaret Brown
Brody Cararie
Aaron Cooper
Allison Covert
Amanda Droney
Natalie Else
Amanda Fiechuk
Leah Fryer
Sarah Garrett
Shelby Groff
Cecelia Harmon
Tyler Hilbert
Brooke Homan
Warren Huey
Emma Kehn
Breanne Kothe
Alisa Landers
Mark Liu
Keith Maitland
Taylor McClay
Tyler Miller
Megan Moore
Kaitlyn Mulligan
Hunter Nicholson

Meya Aikens
Lauren Atwell
Jordan Bekelja
Anish Bhagwat
Kevin Borland
Madison Bumbarger
Christopher Carey
Drew Cooper
Kevin Croyle
Rebecca Dudek
Taylor Eppinger
Brittany Fitzgerald
Ellora Gallo
Regan Gaydash
Darby Grunwald
Gabrielle Harris
Andie Hill
Corinne Hoopes
Sarah Hunsberger
Olivia Keltz
Morgan Krieger
Kinsey Laninga
Peter Long
Padraic Manning
Edward McFadden
Sarah Minnix
Krista Mosi
Kenzi Mundkowsky
Brandon Nielsen

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Cameron Akins
Samantha Beal
Kaitlyn Bell
Megan Blashford
Mallory Brannon
Shane Burns
Devon Chase
Katlyn Corbett
Ashley Deen
Loren Dukate
Tyler Falk
Autumn Fotta
Katherine Gannon
Siriluk Geytenbeek
Robert Hacku
Jon Haycock
Catherine Hogg
Corey Horgan
Abigail Johnston
Kristina Kiritchenko
Tony Kumetis
Lauren Leatherman
Lauren Magee
Judith Mason
Dylan McGlone
Garrett Moats
Megan Mulhair
Keith Myers
Elizabeth Novotny

Amy Orzechowski
Sabrina Perilli
Alexis Robison
Christian Schill
Bethany Shetler
Matthew Siefert
Cody Smith
Rachel Stoltz
Stephen Urtz
Jordyn Wilson
Eric Zavinski

Carri Pakozdi
Ashley Poling
Tatiana Sangadzhieva
Riley Schindler
Abigail Shipley
Andrew Skubisz
Francheska Smith
Jennifer Stuart
William Wasilko
Olivia Wissinger
Hope Zimmerman

Marissa Paredes
Wade Reichelderfer
Kaitlynn Sass
Marissa Sheffer
Zachary Shoup
Lindsey Smelcer
Hunter Smith
Meg Toy
Mary Weiher
Lindsey Wohar
Kaitlin Zoccola

Sterlling Pedersen
Morgan Rickley
Lea Saunders
Brianna Shepherd
Heidi-Jo Shuttleworth
Hannah Smelscer
Melinda Sovak
Lauryn Tyler
Tara Welker-Martin
Elina Wright
Tree Zuzzio

JOHN W. MOCHNICK HONORS SCHOLARSHIP

Taylor Madison Braunagel
Emma Kehn

Tyler Douglas Falk
Ashley Poling

Sarah Rose Garrett

Provides scholarships for academically talented students. Preference is given to majors emphasizing education, teacher
training and/or educational leadership.

LEADERSHIP & INVOLVEMENT
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT SCHOLARSHIP

Olivia Chuzie

Camron Kirkland

Bridget Klein

Benefits students who are committed to providing meaningful service to non-profit and public sector entities within the
greater Clarion community.
CLARION LEADERSHIP AWARD

Mickenna Ansell
Nicholas Clark
Alex Ficorilli
Miranda Halpin
Joshua Kahle
Indeah Lewis
Sasha Norris
Timothy Schreiber
Elle Stine
Kaitlyn Vale

Bailey Ayme
Kelley DeSantis
Autumn Fotta
Taylor Hartman
Emma Kehn
Jay Lindbert
Taylor Randall
Paige Secco
Jakob Terry
Cameron Weaver

Noah Bella
Karly Deutsch
Samantha Gatesman
Tatum Henderson
Joseph Kerrigan
Hannah McElrath
Hanna Rigby
Anna Sheen
Madison Troup

Ty Bittner
Matthew Dovidas
Taramaire Gravallese
Andie Hill
KaliAnn Kirst
Maitland McMillen
Anna Marie Seader
Danae Slaugenhaupt
William Upperman

JAMES D. MOORE SCHOLARSHIP

Brana Hill

Devon Vallies

Scholarships in memory of former dean of academic affairs are available to members of the university’s Student Senate.
Candidates are evaluated on the basis of academic achievement and leadership.

MILITARY SCIENCE—ROTC
AMERICAN LEGION AUXILLIARY ROTC MILITARY EXCELLENCE AWARD FOR SCHOLASTIC EXCELLENCE

Leslie Hoye
AMERICAN LEGION ROTC MILITARY EXCELLENCE AWARD FOR SCHOLASTIC EXCELLENCE

Raymond Dent
DISTINGUISHED MILITARY GRADUATE/VETERANS OF FOREIGN WAR ACADEMIC AND MILITARY EXCELLENCE AWARD/RESERVE
OFFICER ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA (ROA)

Dylan Cleveland
GENERAL SOCIETY OF THE WAR OF 1812 OUTSTANDING STUDENT AWARD

Aryn Beichner
MILITARY ORDER OF WORLD WARS AWARD

David Corcia

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NATIONAL GUARD ASSOCIATION AWARD

Troy Danver
RESERVE OFFICER ASSOCIATION AWARD

Austin Mike
ROTC RECRUITMENT SCHOLASHIP

Austin Barger

Raymond Dent

Nicole Finley

Alexis Keyes

SGT LACEY CHRISTLY AWARD

Dylan Cleveland
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WAR AUXILIARY AWARD

Madison Bumbarger
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS AWARD

Dylan Cleveland

MINORITY STUDENT SERVICES
JOHN S. SHROPSHIRE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Jenala Jones

Rogers Laugand

Alexis White

Honors former dean and alumnus John S. Shropshire (’61). Benefits students with at least 12 credits, minimum cumulative
GPA of 3.0 and from Pennsylvania city public school.
W.E.B DUBOIS SCHOLARSHIP

Tamara Butler

Kiara Greene

Rogers Laugand

Alexis White

Established by Clarion University minority alumni to benefit second-semester students or above, with financial need, at least
12 earned credits and a minimum cumulative QPA of 3.0.

OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS
INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARS AWARD

Melissa Evans

Kaley Pittsley

Allison Probst

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT AWARDS OUTSANDING ACHIEVEMENT

Malavika Vemulapalli

WOMEN AND GENDER STUDIES
DR. DEB SCHOLARSHIP

Lara Mahaffy

Natalia Naranjo

THETA CHAPTER OF TRIOTA

Coralie Compere

Kiara Greene

Natalia Naranjo

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Alexis White

CLARION UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION, INC.
NOT LISTED WITHIN DEPARTMENTS

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP

Megan Abriola
Molly Schultz

Emily Dingfelder
Meg Toy

Natalie Everett
Mariah Treiber

Delaney Lewis

Benefits freshmen descendents of a Clarion alumnus with a minimum 3.2 GPA and minimum 1000 SAT (combined) or 22 ACT.
Extracurricular activities and community service may also be considered.
CHRISTOPHER J. STAHLMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - CL

Emily Baker

Evan Black

Alexis Stormer

Established in memory of this CU graduate by his parents, in recognition of academic achievement, integrity and service
for a Clarion-Limestone student with minimum 950 SAT (combined) and GPA of 3.3. Renewable.
DAVID A. BAILEY SCHOLARSHIP

Jalyn Shaffer
DR. & MRS. ARTHUR WILLIAM PHILLIPS SCHOLARSHIP

Michelle Baumcratz

Melissa Kratzer

Danae Slaugenhaupt

Tabitha Switzer

Honors Dr. Phillips, a native of Emlenton, professor of medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and an outstanding physician
in the field of internal medicine. Benefits students or five-year residents of Butler, Clarion, Forest, Mercer or Venango counties.
FOUNDATION LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP

Lauren Atwell
Madison Bumbarger
Autumn Fotta
Lauren Magee
Jangjun Seol
Olivia Wissinger

Bailey Ayme
Cameron Butler
Ellora Gallo
Judith Mason
Abigail Shipley

Andrew Bernstein
Amanda Droney
Andie Hill
Carly Park
Hannah Smelscer

Anish Bhagwat
Natalie Else
Hannah Lakatos
Ashley Poling
Meg Toy

Benefits students with minimum 1200 SAT (combined) in the upper 10 percent of his or her graduating class.
HENRY FUEG SCHOLARSHIP

Adam Davis
KIWANIS CLUB OF CLARION SCHOLARSHIP

Emily Baker

Dawn Ritzler

Katherine Welsh

Annual scholarships for recruitment and for Circle K members.
LINNAN/BROWN RECOGNITION SCHOLARSHIP

Natalia Naranjo
Established by Tony Linnan (’89) and Kathy Linnan (’73) to honor their parents George & Virginia Linnan and Dale & Mary Lou
Brown. Benefits full-time Pennsylvania students earning at least 32 credits with a QPA of 3.0l.
MINNIE D. CROYLE SCHOLARSHIP

Cecelia Harmon

Leah Henry

Rachel Millis

Provides scholarships for eligible undergraduate students residing in Redbank Township. Selection is based upon financial need
and academic achievement. Renewable.
ROTARY CLUB OF CLARION SCHOLARSHIP

Emily Baker
Benefits Clarion County graduates of Clarion Area, Clarion-Limestone, Keystone, North Clarion or Redbank schools,
top 20 percent of their class, 3.0 QPA for grades 10, 11 and 12, 1150 SAT (combined) or minimum 26 ACT.

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It is the policy of Clarion University of Pennsylvania that there shall be equal opportunity in all of its educational programs, services, and benefits, and there shall be no discrimination with regard to a
student’s or prospective student’s gender, gender identity, race or color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, religion or creed, genetic information, affectional or sexual
orientation, veteran status, or other classifications that are protected under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act
of 1990, and other pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator, Clarion University of Pennsylvania, 103 Carrier Administration Building, sfenske@clarion.edu or
phone 814-393-2351, or the Director of Social Equity, 210 Carrier Administration Building 16214-1232; Email asalsgiver@clarion.edu or phone 814-393-2109. Inquiries may also be directed to the Director of
the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education, 330 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201.

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