College of Business
Administration Scholarships
General
E. Wilson Amsler Endowed
Scholarship:
An endowed scholarship established in recognition of E. Wilson Amsler and his many contributions to the community and the university. The
scholarship will permit the College of Business Administration to recruit and/or
support an outstanding business major. Contact the chair of the College of
Business Administration Scholarship Committee at 814-393-2600 for additional
information. Applications must be completed and returned by March 22.
Donald E. & Bernadette
Hugus Crooks Family Scholarship: This scholarship established by Bernadette (Hugus)
and Donald Crooks for an incoming freshman who demonstrates strong work ethic
and desire to excel. Candidates must be enrolled in the College of Business
Administration with preference given to Marketing majors. This scholarship award
is renewable for up to four years if the candidate maintains the required
academic criteria while majoring in a program of the College of Business
Administration. Student records are reviewed for this award via their admission
materials.
Edward G. Kriebel Family
Scholarship: The purpose of this scholarship is to attract 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. First preference is given to an AC Valley or Union High School
graduate, second preference to a graduate of other Clarion County high schools
and last preference to other surrounding area high schools. This scholarship
award is renewable for up to four years if the candidates maintain the required
academic criteria while majoring in a program of the College of Business
Administration. Student records are reviewed for this award via their admission
materials. FAFSA must be on file.
The Kroh Family Business
Scholarship: Established by D. Scott Kroh, Class of 1974, and his wife,
Pamela, to benefit a student in the College of Business Administration at
Clarion University. The scholarship is
intended for upper division students who maintain a strong academic performance
in preparation for a successful career in a field of business.
Charles P. Leach, Sr.
Scholarship: This endowed scholarship is awarded annually to an outstanding
business student. Eligible students must be of at least sophomore standing and
are selected on the basis of academic record, contribution to the College of
Business Administration and the university, and participation in extracurricular
activities such as professional organizations. Application is made to the chair
of the College of Business Administration Scholarship Committee at 814-393-2600
during the Spring Semester. Applications must be completed and returned by March
22.
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Accountancy
Accountancy Department
Endowed Scholarship:
Annually, two scholarship awards by the Accountancy
Department's Endowment Fund Committee. Criteria used in selecting current
students as recipients include senior standing, academic record, classroom
performance, and participation in university activities. For additional
information contact the Accountancy Department chair at (814) 393-2628.
William and Olive Barnes
Scholarship: This scholarship established by Greg Barnes, professor of
Accountancy, in honor of his parents, William and Olive Barnes, for an incoming
freshman. Applicants must have a minimum SAT score of 1100, and rank in the
upper 10% of their high school class. First preference will be given to
accounting majors then other undergraduate business majors. Contact the Office
of Admissions at 814-393-2306 for additional information. New students are
automatically considered via their admissions materials. Award offered prior to
February 1.
Institute of Management
Accountants Senior Scholarship: Four awards made by the Board of Directors of
the Northwest Keystone Chapter of the IMA to senior accounting majors. Students
must maintain a 3.5 overall QPA as well as a 3.5 in accounting. Candidates
should apply to the Accountancy Department chair at 814-393-2628 by October 1.
Recipients are selected on the basis of scholastic achievement, involvement in
extracurricular activities, and statement of goals.
Gary L. Merz Memorial
Scholarship:
An endowed scholarship established in the memory and recognition of
accounting professor Gary L. Merz for his many contributions to the university,
Accountancy Department, students, and community. The annual scholarship will be
awarded to a senior accounting major based upon academic performance. For
additional information contact the Accountancy Department chair at 814-393-2628.
The
Ruth N. Pici Memorial Scholarship:This
scholarship was established in May 2004 by Mr. Frank A. Pici, Clarion Class of
1977, in honor of his mother, Ruth. Ruth
was a strong advocate of higher education. Like
many parents of Clarion students, she did not attend college.
However, recognizing the value of higher education and the practical
value of an accounting background, she worked hard to provide the environment
and resources for her son and her other children to better themselves with
college educations. Each year, the
scholarship will be awarded to a freshman accounting major from
Southwestern Pennsylvania
, with preference given to graduates of the
East Allegheny
, Elizabeth Forward,
McKeesport
, and
Gateway
School Districts
in
Allegheny
County
. To be considered, student
must also rank in the upper 40% of high school class and have a SAT score of
1000 or higher. Awarded March 15
each year.
Charles J. Pineno
Accounting Scholarship: This scholarship was established to honor Dr. Charles Pineno, Department of Accountancy. Candidates must be senior Accounting majors.
The scholarship awarded on the basis of academic performance and service to the
department. For further information contact the Accountancy Department at
814-393-2628.
Harry Joseph Smith Memorial
Scholarship: The scholarship established by David C. Smith '64 in memory of his
father, Harry, to provide an annual scholarship to an Accounting major.
Applicant must be a full time undergraduate student, have a minimum of 1000 on
the SAT test, and must demonstrate financial need as per FAFSA which must be on
file by the application date. Contact the Accountancy department at 814-393-2628
for additional information.
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Administrative
Science/Management
Dr. Leonard & Sally Ann
Ackerman Scholarship: Established by Sally Ann Ackerman. To be considered the
criteria includes a declared management or industrial relations major. Awards
are available to sophomores, juniors, and seniors. The student 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. Contact the
department of Administrative Services for further information.
Administrative Science Endowed Scholarship: Annual scholarship awarded by
the Administrative Science Department's Scholarship Committee. Criteria used in
selecting current students as recipients include academic record, classroom
performance and participation in university activities. Funding is dependent
upon monetary level of endowment fund.
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Economics
Enid Dennis Memorial
Scholarship: This scholarship, honoring Dr. Enid Dennis, former professor of
economics, is available to junior and senior economics majors. The purpose of
the award is to reward academic accomplishments and provide incentives to
students in the field of economics. Contact the chair of the Economics
Department at 814-393-2627 for additional information. Application deadline date
is March 22.
Economics Department
Scholarship: Awarded based upon a high degree of academic achievement along with
a significant level of leadership in college and/or community activities.
Contact the chair of the Economics Department at 814-393-2627.
International Business
Scholarship: Awarded to students majoring in International Business to
support the foreign experience requirement. Awarded based upon a high degree of
academic achievements along with a significant level of leadership in college
and/or community activities. Contact the chair of the Economics Department at
814-393-2627.
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Finance
H. G. Burns Center for
Finance and Insurance Scholarship: The Burns Center awards scholarships to
incoming students interested in a career in insurance, finance, or real estate.
To be considered, candidates must have a minimum SAT score of 1100, be in the
top 40% of their class, and have demonstrated effective extracurricular
participation. Recipients can continue to receive the scholarships throughout
their four years provided that they maintain a QPA of 3.25. Student records are
reviewed for this award via their admission materials; no scholarship
application is required. Additional information may be obtained by contacting
the chair of the Finance Department at 814-393-2626. Usually awarded in February
or March.
Burns and Burns
Scholarship: This endowed scholarship is available to students majoring in
finance, real estate, and insurance. The award process is initiated by faculty
nominations. Nominees are required to submit a resume and are evaluated on
academic achievement and contributions to the department, the College of
Business Administration, Clarion University, and the local community. Contact
the chair of the Finance Department at 814-393-2626 for additional information.
Deadline Date is March 1.
Gray Real Estate
Scholarship: This endowed fund will provide scholarships for high achieving
students majoring in real estate or finance. Students must be of sophomore
standing or higher and have completed six credits in real estate. Students must
have a 3.0 or above cumulative QPA. Additional information can be obtained from
the chair of the Finance Department at (814) 226-2626. Deadline date is March 1.
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Marketing
Paul Y. Kim Advertising
Management Scholarship:
This endowed scholarship established by Dr. Paul Y. Kim
professor and former chair of the Marketing Department. The scholarship is
awarded to an outstanding marketing major who plans for a career in the field of
advertising management. The recipient will be selected on the basis of academic
achievement, extracurricular activities, and service to the department. Contact
the chair, Department of Marketing at 814-393-2628 for additional information.
Marketing Management
Scholarship: This endowed scholarship established through contributions from
alumni, friends and faculty of Clarion’s Marketing Department. The award is made
to a student planning a career in marketing management. Additional information
can be obtained from the Marketing Department chair at 814-393-2628.
Marketing Research
Scholarship: As part of class projects, teams of marketing research students
entered the Arresdust Research Project Competition in 1988 and 1989. The Clarion
University teams, coordinated by faculty advisor Dr. Paul Kim, won first prize
two years in a row. An endowed scholarship was established to honor the
recipients of the awards and to preserve the department’s heritage of excellence
in marketing research. The scholarship is awarded annually to an outstanding
marketing major who plans a career in marketing research. Contact the chair,
Department of Marketing, at 814-393-2628 for additional information.
Retail Management
Scholarship: This endowed scholarship established by the Marketing Department to
fund awards for marketing students. The award is made to a student planning a
career in retail management. Additional information can be obtained from the
Marketing Department chair at 814-393-2628.
Bonnie Silvertongue
Memorial Marketing Scholarship: This endowed scholarship established by the
faculty, staff, friends, and former students in memory of Bonnie Silvertongue,
who passed away from cancer while teaching at the Department of Marketing. The
scholarship is awarded to an outstanding business major planning for a career in
the field of marketing. Selection criteria include academic achievement,
extracurricular activities, and service to the Clarion University community.
Contact the chair, Department of Marketing, at 814-393-2628 for further
information.
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