The Roberta Calderwood Scholarship

Reason Established: Created by alumna Roberta Calderwood '45, a lifelong music educator, the Calderwood Fund provides scholarships for students in the Conservatory of Music.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Susan Van Vorst, Dean of the Conservatory of Performing Arts [Dear Ms. Van Vorst,]

The Nelson E. (Flip) Campbell, Jr. Scholarship

Reason Established: The Captain Nelson E. (Flip) Campbell, Jr. (USAF) Memorial Scholarship Fund honors in perpetuity this outstanding United States citizen, Mount Gilead High School graduate and former Baldwin Wallace College student who gave his life in service to his country. Candidates must be graduates of Mount Gilead High School.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Cristi Campbell Corley [Dear Ms. Corley,]

The Laura Anders Canis Philosophy Scholarship

Reason Established: Laura Anders Canis chaired the Department of Philosophy at Baldwin Wallace from 1999 until her untimely death in May 2006. She challenged her students and loved ones to cultivate self-knowledge, to study their relationship to the world, and to be passionate about learning.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Limbert [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Limbert,]
Mr. Roland Anders & Ms. Audrey Suhr [Dear Mr. Anders & Ms. Suhr,]
Ms. Jeanette Anders [Dear Ms. Anders,]
Ms. Katherine Anders [Dear Ms. Anders,]
Ms. Linda Anders [Dear Ms. Anders,]

The Carmel Family Scholarship
The Carmel Family Music Theatre Scholarship
The Carmel Family Conservatory Scholarship
The Carmel Family Honors Day Award in Business Administration

Reason Established: The Carmel Family Scholarships provide assistance and recognition for Baldwin Wallace University students . Both Mr. and Mrs. Carmel are alumni of Baldwin Wallace and recognize the importance of a sound preparation in business and the liberal arts for a rich and fulfilling life.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. & Mrs. Willard E. Carmel [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Carmel,]
Mr. and Mrs. Mario Quintero [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Quintero,]

The Peggy Jo Carpenter '41 Scholarship

Peggy Jo Carpenter '41, whose family has been affiliated with Baldwin Wallace for over 100 years, established this scholarship to provide support for students with financial need.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Penny Carpenter Jones [Dear Mrs. Jones,]
Mr. Lance and Mrs. Deanna Carpenter [Dear Mr. Carpenter,]

The Ben Caskey '22 Memorial Scholarship

The Ben Caskey ’22 Memorial Scholarship was established to support Baldwin Wallace students who overcome adversity with a positive attitude and appreciation for life. This scholarship was created in memory of Ben Caskey, a student at BW who studied sport management and finance, a fraternity member of Sigma Phi Epsilon, and an avid baseball fan. Ben passed away during his senior year at BW due to complications from a lifelong medical condition, Heterotaxy Syndrome.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Timothy and Mrs. Barbara Caskey [Dear Mr. and Mrs. Caskey,]

Mrs. Cameron Schneider [Dear Mrs. Schneider,]

Ms. Claire Caskey [Dear Ms. Caskey,]

The Mary Jane and Robert C. Cawrse Scholarship

Reason Established: Bob and Mary Jane Cawrse met as BW students. Bob’s career as teacher and coach led to his appointment as superintendent in Chagrin Falls, Bay Village and his hometown, Lakewood. He and Mary Jane raised three children and have seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Mary Jane studied home economics. Their 60+ year marriage included a life-long association with BW as distinguished alumni. Bob holds the BW merit award and is a member of the BW Athletic Hall of Fame. This scholarship was established by their daughter Susan to honor their love of BW and passion for education. It supports education majors with demonstrated financial need.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Susan Hodgson [Dear Mr. and Mrs. Hodgson,]

The Jamie Bevier Chamberlain '97 Scholarship

Reason Established: Jamie Bevier Chamberlain was known by her family and friends as a woman with deep faith and a desire to help others. A graduate of Baldwin Wallace University in 1997, Jamie majored in Spanish and minored in history. She was a letterwoman for track and inducted into numerous honors societies. As of the writing of this document, she is the javelin record holder at BW. Jamie studied abroad in Spain and after graduation took several mission trips where she served as a Spanish interpreter. She was a Spanish teacher, track and basketball coach at Clear Fork High School, mother and wife. Jamie passed away in September 2015. This scholarship is being established in her memory by her family and friends.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Sally Bevier [Dear Mrs. Bevier,]

Ms. Kristenne Robinson [Dear Ms. Robinson,]

Ms. Kristi Taraschke [Dear Ms. Taraschke,]

Ms. Shannon Sprang [Dear Ms. Sprang,]

The Patrick Chambers '09 Memorial Scholarship

Reason Established: The scholarship is a memorial in honor of Patrick. As a Baldwin Wallace alumnus, Patrick was passionate about the world of accounting, business administration and finance and the game of golf. Patrick and his cousin Tim formed a golf outing several years prior to Patrick losing his battle with leukemia in 2020 at the young age of 34. Tim vowed to continue the golf outing in memory of Patrick (The Serge Memorial). Patrick experienced hardships and received scholarships to fund his college education. In his memory, he would want to lessen the financial burden of another accounting student who has overcome or is persevering through an illness/hardship, or who has a parent experiencing similar challenges. If no accounting majors are eligible, students majoring in business administration or finance may be considered.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Ann Carroll [Dear Mrs. Carroll,]

The John Kennedy '51 and Marjorie Robinson '52 Chance Scholarship

Reason Established: John Kennedy '51 and Marjorie Robinson '52 Chance met at BW and were married at the BW Chapel. John majored in history and Marjorie in psychology and music, and both worked on and were editors of the Grindstone yearbook. John was a veteran of the U.S. Army, served in WWII and the Korean War and retired as a Lt. Commander. Following graduation, both John and Marjorie had long and varied careers. Marjorie was a beloved high school teacher of French and psychology and John ran a printing plant, taught college business and appraised mines and mineral properties. The John '51 and Marjorie Robinson '52 Chance Scholarship supports students majoring in history and psychology as they did, and will ideally help students with financial need remain at BW and persist to complete their degrees.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Marna Elliott [Dear Ms. Elliott,]

The Mary Barron Chapman Scholarship

Reason Established: Carole and Jim Chapman created this scholarship fund to honor Mary Barron Chapman. Her life- long willingness to unashamedly admit ignorance and then work to acquire knowledge in those areas important to her life had a positive influence on others around her.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Carrie Short, Director of Financial Aid [Dear Ms. Short,]

The Chemistry Department Memorial Scholarship

Reason Established: The Chemistry Department Memorial Scholarship Endowment evolved out of a similar loan fund established September 1, 1986, to offer financial assistance to students who plan to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry at Baldwin Wallace. Robert A. Lannoye, a retired analytical chemist who worked for over ten years on the BW Chemistry department staff, created this fund. It was enhanced through his planned estate gift and others have added to this open ended scholarship endowment.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Dr. Raymond J. Shively, Chemistry Department Chair [Dear Dr. Shively,]

The Lynne and George Cherry Piano Scholarship

Lynne and George Cherry both dedicated many years of their professional lives to teaching piano at Baldwin Wallace Conservatory of Music. George served the students of BW for 32 years. He was chair of the piano department for many years and spent the last seven years of his tenure as the associate director of the Conservatory. Lynne was a member of the adjunct piano faculty for 14 years. The pianists met at the University of Illinois where they both studied with Soulima Stravinsky.

They often performed together in recital and were married 50 years prior to George's death in 2005. Their love for great music transcended all genres. In particular they had great affinity for the romantic and modern eras and played and taught with a great sense of playfulness and humor. They loved music with both structural integrity as well as the requirement for bold and passionate expression.

They both were known for making young musicians better players; to understand the intent of the music beyond learning how to play the notes. Their teaching methods were unusual and required of the student an interest and appreciation for the music's particular language and zeitgeist. They expected, and got, great results from their students. This scholarship rewards exceptional potential. It is intended to be a recognition of the commitment, passion and belief that goes into the best playing of keyboard music; and a life in the Arts.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Nathan Cherry and Mr. Robert Donfeld [Dear Mr. Cherry and Mr. Donfeld,]

The Hiram M. & Helen Strimple '17 Christian and the Lawrence Noel Christian Scholarship

Reason Established: Helen Strimple Christian, class of 1917, studied violin and piano at BW and taught 5th grade in the Oregon public schools for over 30 years. Hiram, a Berea native, was a classmate of Dorothy Marks McKelvey, and owned a tire store in town. Their son, Lawrence, in the establishment of this scholarship honoring his mother and father, affirms Helen's love of music. Lawrence "Larry" Christian earned his BA from Oregon State University and his master's degree in aeronautical engineering from Case Institute of Technology in Cleveland. He worked for Boeing in Seattle, serving the firm for 25 years as an engineer. The scholarship supports students in the Conservatory of Music.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Susan Van Vorst, Dean of the Conservatory of Performing Arts [Dear Ms. Van Vorst,]

Christman Family Mathematics Prize

Jeremy Christman ’05 has created this award to recognize a top senior(s) in mathematics in an effort to “pay it forward” for the Charles and Elsie Little Scholarship he graciously received during his time at BW. The award can be given to an Applied Mathematics student or split between an Applied and a Theoretical Mathematics student.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Jeremy and Mrs. Lori Christman, [Dear Mr. and Mrs. Christman,]

The Judge Joseph & Beverly Cirigliano Scholarship

Reason Established: Judge Joseph Cirigliano graduated from Baldwin Wallace in 1949. He has served as an Elyria councilman and chairman of the Elyria Civil Service Commission. He was elected to the Court of Common Pleas in Lorain County where he served from 1981 to 1989. He served in the Ninth Judicial District Court of Appeals from 1989 to his retirement in 1992.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

The Honorable Joseph Cirigliano [Dear Judge Cirigliano,]

The William J. Clutterbuck, Jr. Scholarship

Reason Established: The William Clutterbuck Scholarship Fund was established by his family and friends in honor and memory of his devotion to his family, career, community and alma mater. Bill had a distinguished career in banking and investments, was active in his community, served his country with honor in World War II and was a devoted husband and father.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Dr. & Mrs. William B. Clutterbuck [Dear Dr. & Mrs. Clutterbuck,]
Mr. & Mrs. Robert T. Clutterbuck [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Clutterbuck,]

The Dr. Harold D. & Dr. Anna M. Cole Humanities Scholarship

Reason Established: Funds for the Harold D. and Anna M. Cole Scholarship were given by friends of Dr. Harold D. Cole in honor of and appreciation for his outstanding qualities as a teacher and as an Art Historian. As professor of Art and Art History for more than 45 years, he generously shared these qualities with Baldwin Wallace students and citizens of the surrounding community. Dr. Anna Cole, Writing Specialist, taught at BW from 1988 until 2014. As professors, advisors and mentors, the Drs. Cole made a real impact on thousands of students, and this scholarship demonstrates their ongoing commitment to BW students in humanities.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Dr. Anna Cole [Dear Dr. Cole,]

The A. W. "Bud" Collins Prize in Creative Writing

Reason Established: Mr. Arthur W. Collins, Jr. (Bud), a 1951 graduate of BW, is an internationally known television commentator and sportswriter. He began his career in 1955 covering tennis for the Boston Herald and later moved to the Boston Globe where he has been a general sports and travel columnist. Bud is known as the "guru" in the world of tennis broadcasting, providing commentary for NBC's tennis telecasts and several Olympic games. Also an established tennis player, he was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on July 9, 1994. Bud established this scholarship to recognize excellence in creative writing. A yearly award is presented to a graduating senior, regardless of major, who submits material that shows creative achievement over a period of time and that is in more than one genre.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Anita Klaussen [Dear Mrs. Klaussen,]

The Donald Spencer & Gertrude Meckel Connelly Drama Scholarship

Reason established: This fund provides scholarship assistance for students involved in the drama program at Baldwin Wallace University. For many years, Donald and Gertrude Connelly were involved in the Berea Summer Theatre Program, including stage appearances. This scholarship especially honors the contribution of William A. Allman to the drama program at Baldwin Wallace.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Bryan Bowser, Associate Dean of Theatre Arts, [Dear Mr. Bowser,]

Pamela D.Connolly Scholarship in Memory of F. Richard Dunn

Reason Established: Pamela Connolly, Trustee of the College, established this scholarship in memory of her father, F. Richard Dunn who served in the U.S. Army. Preference is expressed for providing financial assistance to U.S. veterans and to enable students to complete their BW degree.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Connolly [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Connolly,]

The Conservatory Memorial Scholarship

Reason Established: Enhanced by countless alumni and friends of the College for many years, this fund provides scholarship assistance to students based on musical talent, academic achievement and need for financial assistance.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Susan Van Vorst, Dean of the Conservatory of Performing Arts [Dear Ms. Van Vorst,]

The Conservatory Women's Committee

Rearson Established: The Conservatory Women's Committee annually selects outstanding students to receive awards, including: The Alumni Jazz Orchestra Sophomore Award, The Ella B. Toedtman Senior Award and the Dawn Centers Memorial Junior Award.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Members of the Conservatory Women's Committee

The John and Clara Corogin Scholarship

Reason Established: John & Clara Corogin have established this scholarship fund to provide an opportunity for students from underrepresented populations who have a desire to better themselves but require financial assistance to achieve their goals.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Carrie Short, Director of Financial Aid [Dear Ms. Short,]

The Dr. Patrick and Angela Cosiano Scholarship

Reason Established: The Dr. Patrick and Angela Cosiano Scholarship is established to support students who are seeking careers in elementary, middle, or high school teaching. Both Dr. and Mrs. Cosiano are graduates of Cleveland's John Adams High School and have dedicated their lives to teaching in Northeast Ohio. Dr. Cosiano spent 35 years at Baldwin Wallace, retiring as Chairman of the Education Division, Professor of Education and Director of the Master of Arts in Education Degree Program. Mrs. Cosiano earned her BA and MAED degrees from BW. She pursued a career teaching high school English and later was a lecturer and supervisor of the student teaching program at Baldwin Wallace.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Dr. Patrick and Mrs. Angela Cosiano [Dear Dr. and Mrs. Cosiano,]

The Twila Haines Coxon Scholarship

Reason Established: The Twila Haines Coxon and A. William Coxon, M.D. Scholarship recognizes the late donor as a distinguished alumna of Baldwin Wallace and her husband. The award provides permanent recognition of their values of education and scholarship achievement.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Dr. Denise Kohn, English Department Chair [Dear Dr. Kohn,]
Ms. Carrie Short, Director of Financial Aid [Dear Ms. Short,]

The William M. and Jean K. Craig Scholarship

Reason Established: William M. and Jean K. Craig founded this scholarship fund for achievement-oriented students who have need of financial support for their B-W educational expenses.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Constance J. Craig [Dear Ms. Craig,]
Mr. Gary A. Craig [Dear Mr. Craig,]
Mr. Kevin W. Craig [Dear Mr. Craig,]

The Ryan R. Cross Scholarship

Reason Established: In gratitude for his rich experiences as a student and leader at BW, Ryan R. Cross '97 wishes to help current and future BW student leaders by establishing The Ryan R. Cross '97 Scholarship. Ryan was inspired by philanthropist and mentor William Craig '48, and with support from the William & Jean Craig Scholarship Fund, he achieved his BW education. The Ryan R. Cross '97 Scholarship is also an expression of gratitude for the staff in BW's Advancement Office for helping to guide and prepare his career in institutional relations and development.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Ryan Cross [Dear Mr. Cross,]

The A. Fred Crossman Endowment

Reason Established: A. Fred Crossman served on the Baldwin Wallace Board of Trustees from 1934 until 1950. He was elected chairman for the term 1941-1948 and vice chairman for 1949-1950. Prior to his death in November, 1950, he established a prize and scholarship endowment to honor good leadership, a trait he valued and encouraged in young people.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Carrie Short, Director of Financial Aid [Dear Ms. Short,]

The Dr. James & Persis Currens Education Scholarship

Reason Established: Dr. James and Mrs. Persis Currens were members of the class of 1957 and each received financial assistance while attending B-W. Following graduation, they were employed as teachers in the public schools. Beginning in 1968, Dr. Currens served as a professor in the Division of Education for 32 years. Jim and Persis Currens contributed to the BW community in many ways as students, active and loyal alumni, and through Dr. Currens' work as an esteemed faculty member. His commitment to shaping and guiding future educators was recognized in 1982 when he received the Strosacker Award for Teaching Excellence. Thankful for their ties with BW and because of their dedication and commitment to quality education, this scholarship was established to provide financial assistance to middle school and high school education major students.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Persis Currens [Dear Mrs. Currens,]

The Doris Currier Scholarship

Reason Established: Doris Dawson Currier '48 was a student of Jacob O. Kamm, who inspired her and gave her an understanding of investments, the value of carefully chosen investments, and the time value of money. Doris taught secondary school business classes during her career as an educator in the greater Detroit, Michigan area. Doris received a scholarship to attend BW and appreciates the opportunity to provide a similar help to future generations of BW students.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Robert Herbst [Dear Mr. Herbst,]

Deborah Macartney Czatt Memorial Scholarship

Reason Established: The scholarship honors the life of Deborah Macartney Czatt, Michelle Macartney's sister who lost her battle to brain cancer at the age of 45 in 2011. She left behind two young daughters for whom Debbie's greatest hope was that they obtain a college education and pursue a career that they love. Debbie recognized the importance of college education in young women's lives and was herself the holder of a Pharm.D. degree and hard worker in her career as a clinical pharmacist. This scholarship is intended to help students who lost a parent with an opportunity to obtain a college education.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Michelle Macartney and Dr. Kim Schaeffer [Dear Mrs. Macartney and Dr. Schaeffer,]

The Roberta Calderwood Scholarship

Reason Established: Created by alumna Roberta Calderwood '45, a lifelong music educator, the Calderwood Fund provides scholarships for students in the Conservatory of Music.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Susan Van Vorst, Dean of the Conservatory of Performing Arts [Dear Ms. Van Vorst,]

The Nelson E. (Flip) Campbell, Jr. Scholarship

Reason Established: The Captain Nelson E. (Flip) Campbell, Jr. (USAF) Memorial Scholarship Fund honors in perpetuity this outstanding United States citizen, Mount Gilead High School graduate and former Baldwin Wallace College student who gave his life in service to his country. Candidates must be graduates of Mount Gilead High School.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Cristi Campbell Corley [Dear Ms. Corley,]

The Laura Anders Canis Philosophy Scholarship

Reason Established: Laura Anders Canis chaired the Department of Philosophy at Baldwin Wallace from 1999 until her untimely death in May 2006. She challenged her students and loved ones to cultivate self-knowledge, to study their relationship to the world, and to be passionate about learning.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Limbert [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Limbert,]
Mr. Roland Anders & Ms. Audrey Suhr [Dear Mr. Anders & Ms. Suhr,]
Ms. Jeanette Anders [Dear Ms. Anders,]
Ms. Katherine Anders [Dear Ms. Anders,]
Ms. Linda Anders [Dear Ms. Anders,]

The Carmel Family Scholarship
The Carmel Family Music Theatre Scholarship
The Carmel Family Conservatory Scholarship
The Carmel Family Honors Day Award in Business Administration

Reason Established: The Carmel Family Scholarships provide assistance and recognition for Baldwin Wallace University students . Both Mr. and Mrs. Carmel are alumni of Baldwin Wallace and recognize the importance of a sound preparation in business and the liberal arts for a rich and fulfilling life.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. & Mrs. Willard E. Carmel [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Carmel,]
Mr. and Mrs. Mario Quintero [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Quintero,]

The Peggy Jo Carpenter '41 Scholarship

Peggy Jo Carpenter '41, whose family has been affiliated with Baldwin Wallace for over 100 years, established this scholarship to provide support for students with financial need.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Penny Carpenter Jones [Dear Mrs. Jones,]
Mr. Lance and Mrs. Deanna Carpenter [Dear Mr. Carpenter,]

The Ben Caskey '22 Memorial Scholarship

The Ben Caskey ’22 Memorial Scholarship was established to support Baldwin Wallace students who overcome adversity with a positive attitude and appreciation for life. This scholarship was created in memory of Ben Caskey, a student at BW who studied sport management and finance, a fraternity member of Sigma Phi Epsilon, and an avid baseball fan. Ben passed away during his senior year at BW due to complications from a lifelong medical condition, Heterotaxy Syndrome.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Timothy and Mrs. Barbara Caskey [Dear Mr. and Mrs. Caskey,]

Mrs. Cameron Schneider [Dear Mrs. Schneider,]

Ms. Claire Caskey [Dear Ms. Caskey,]

The Mary Jane and Robert C. Cawrse Scholarship

Reason Established: Bob and Mary Jane Cawrse met as BW students. Bob’s career as teacher and coach led to his appointment as superintendent in Chagrin Falls, Bay Village and his hometown, Lakewood. He and Mary Jane raised three children and have seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Mary Jane studied home economics. Their 60+ year marriage included a life-long association with BW as distinguished alumni. Bob holds the BW merit award and is a member of the BW Athletic Hall of Fame. This scholarship was established by their daughter Susan to honor their love of BW and passion for education. It supports education majors with demonstrated financial need.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Susan Hodgson [Dear Mr. and Mrs. Hodgson,]

The Jamie Bevier Chamberlain '97 Scholarship

Reason Established: Jamie Bevier Chamberlain was known by her family and friends as a woman with deep faith and a desire to help others. A graduate of Baldwin Wallace University in 1997, Jamie majored in Spanish and minored in history. She was a letterwoman for track and inducted into numerous honors societies. As of the writing of this document, she is the javelin record holder at BW. Jamie studied abroad in Spain and after graduation took several mission trips where she served as a Spanish interpreter. She was a Spanish teacher, track and basketball coach at Clear Fork High School, mother and wife. Jamie passed away in September 2015. This scholarship is being established in her memory by her family and friends.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Sally Bevier [Dear Mrs. Bevier,]

Ms. Kristenne Robinson [Dear Ms. Robinson,]

Ms. Kristi Taraschke [Dear Ms. Taraschke,]

Ms. Shannon Sprang [Dear Ms. Sprang,]

The Patrick Chambers '09 Memorial Scholarship

Reason Established: The scholarship is a memorial in honor of Patrick. As a Baldwin Wallace alumnus, Patrick was passionate about the world of accounting, business administration and finance and the game of golf. Patrick and his cousin Tim formed a golf outing several years prior to Patrick losing his battle with leukemia in 2020 at the young age of 34. Tim vowed to continue the golf outing in memory of Patrick (The Serge Memorial). Patrick experienced hardships and received scholarships to fund his college education. In his memory, he would want to lessen the financial burden of another accounting student who has overcome or is persevering through an illness/hardship, or who has a parent experiencing similar challenges. If no accounting majors are eligible, students majoring in business administration or finance may be considered.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Ann Carroll [Dear Mrs. Carroll,]

The John Kennedy '51 and Marjorie Robinson '52 Chance Scholarship

Reason Established: John Kennedy '51 and Marjorie Robinson '52 Chance met at BW and were married at the BW Chapel. John majored in history and Marjorie in psychology and music, and both worked on and were editors of the Grindstone yearbook. John was a veteran of the U.S. Army, served in WWII and the Korean War and retired as a Lt. Commander. Following graduation, both John and Marjorie had long and varied careers. Marjorie was a beloved high school teacher of French and psychology and John ran a printing plant, taught college business and appraised mines and mineral properties. The John '51 and Marjorie Robinson '52 Chance Scholarship supports students majoring in history and psychology as they did, and will ideally help students with financial need remain at BW and persist to complete their degrees.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Marna Elliott [Dear Ms. Elliott,]

The Mary Barron Chapman Scholarship

Reason Established: Carole and Jim Chapman created this scholarship fund to honor Mary Barron Chapman. Her life- long willingness to unashamedly admit ignorance and then work to acquire knowledge in those areas important to her life had a positive influence on others around her.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Carrie Short, Director of Financial Aid [Dear Ms. Short,]

The Chemistry Department Memorial Scholarship

Reason Established: The Chemistry Department Memorial Scholarship Endowment evolved out of a similar loan fund established September 1, 1986, to offer financial assistance to students who plan to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry at Baldwin Wallace. Robert A. Lannoye, a retired analytical chemist who worked for over ten years on the BW Chemistry department staff, created this fund. It was enhanced through his planned estate gift and others have added to this open ended scholarship endowment.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Dr. Raymond J. Shively, Chemistry Department Chair [Dear Dr. Shively,]

The Lynne and George Cherry Piano Scholarship

Lynne and George Cherry both dedicated many years of their professional lives to teaching piano at Baldwin Wallace Conservatory of Music. George served the students of BW for 32 years. He was chair of the piano department for many years and spent the last seven years of his tenure as the associate director of the Conservatory. Lynne was a member of the adjunct piano faculty for 14 years. The pianists met at the University of Illinois where they both studied with Soulima Stravinsky.

They often performed together in recital and were married 50 years prior to George's death in 2005. Their love for great music transcended all genres. In particular they had great affinity for the romantic and modern eras and played and taught with a great sense of playfulness and humor. They loved music with both structural integrity as well as the requirement for bold and passionate expression.

They both were known for making young musicians better players; to understand the intent of the music beyond learning how to play the notes. Their teaching methods were unusual and required of the student an interest and appreciation for the music's particular language and zeitgeist. They expected, and got, great results from their students. This scholarship rewards exceptional potential. It is intended to be a recognition of the commitment, passion and belief that goes into the best playing of keyboard music; and a life in the Arts.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Nathan Cherry and Mr. Robert Donfeld [Dear Mr. Cherry and Mr. Donfeld,]

The Hiram M. & Helen Strimple '17 Christian and the Lawrence Noel Christian Scholarship

Reason Established: Helen Strimple Christian, class of 1917, studied violin and piano at BW and taught 5th grade in the Oregon public schools for over 30 years. Hiram, a Berea native, was a classmate of Dorothy Marks McKelvey, and owned a tire store in town. Their son, Lawrence, in the establishment of this scholarship honoring his mother and father, affirms Helen's love of music. Lawrence "Larry" Christian earned his BA from Oregon State University and his master's degree in aeronautical engineering from Case Institute of Technology in Cleveland. He worked for Boeing in Seattle, serving the firm for 25 years as an engineer. The scholarship supports students in the Conservatory of Music.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Susan Van Vorst, Dean of the Conservatory of Performing Arts [Dear Ms. Van Vorst,]

Christman Family Mathematics Prize

Jeremy Christman ’05 has created this award to recognize a top senior(s) in mathematics in an effort to “pay it forward” for the Charles and Elsie Little Scholarship he graciously received during his time at BW. The award can be given to an Applied Mathematics student or split between an Applied and a Theoretical Mathematics student.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Jeremy and Mrs. Lori Christman, [Dear Mr. and Mrs. Christman,]

The Judge Joseph & Beverly Cirigliano Scholarship

Reason Established: Judge Joseph Cirigliano graduated from Baldwin Wallace in 1949. He has served as an Elyria councilman and chairman of the Elyria Civil Service Commission. He was elected to the Court of Common Pleas in Lorain County where he served from 1981 to 1989. He served in the Ninth Judicial District Court of Appeals from 1989 to his retirement in 1992.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

The Honorable Joseph Cirigliano [Dear Judge Cirigliano,]

The William J. Clutterbuck, Jr. Scholarship

Reason Established: The William Clutterbuck Scholarship Fund was established by his family and friends in honor and memory of his devotion to his family, career, community and alma mater. Bill had a distinguished career in banking and investments, was active in his community, served his country with honor in World War II and was a devoted husband and father.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Dr. & Mrs. William B. Clutterbuck [Dear Dr. & Mrs. Clutterbuck,]
Mr. & Mrs. Robert T. Clutterbuck [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Clutterbuck,]

The Dr. Harold D. & Dr. Anna M. Cole Humanities Scholarship

Reason Established: Funds for the Harold D. and Anna M. Cole Scholarship were given by friends of Dr. Harold D. Cole in honor of and appreciation for his outstanding qualities as a teacher and as an Art Historian. As professor of Art and Art History for more than 45 years, he generously shared these qualities with Baldwin Wallace students and citizens of the surrounding community. Dr. Anna Cole, Writing Specialist, taught at BW from 1988 until 2014. As professors, advisors and mentors, the Drs. Cole made a real impact on thousands of students, and this scholarship demonstrates their ongoing commitment to BW students in humanities.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Dr. Anna Cole [Dear Dr. Cole,]

The A. W. "Bud" Collins Prize in Creative Writing

Reason Established: Mr. Arthur W. Collins, Jr. (Bud), a 1951 graduate of BW, is an internationally known television commentator and sportswriter. He began his career in 1955 covering tennis for the Boston Herald and later moved to the Boston Globe where he has been a general sports and travel columnist. Bud is known as the "guru" in the world of tennis broadcasting, providing commentary for NBC's tennis telecasts and several Olympic games. Also an established tennis player, he was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on July 9, 1994. Bud established this scholarship to recognize excellence in creative writing. A yearly award is presented to a graduating senior, regardless of major, who submits material that shows creative achievement over a period of time and that is in more than one genre.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Anita Klaussen [Dear Mrs. Klaussen,]

The Donald Spencer & Gertrude Meckel Connelly Drama Scholarship

Reason established: This fund provides scholarship assistance for students involved in the drama program at Baldwin Wallace University. For many years, Donald and Gertrude Connelly were involved in the Berea Summer Theatre Program, including stage appearances. This scholarship especially honors the contribution of William A. Allman to the drama program at Baldwin Wallace.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Bryan Bowser, Associate Dean of Theatre Arts, [Dear Mr. Bowser,]

Pamela D.Connolly Scholarship in Memory of F. Richard Dunn

Reason Established: Pamela Connolly, Trustee of the College, established this scholarship in memory of her father, F. Richard Dunn who served in the U.S. Army. Preference is expressed for providing financial assistance to U.S. veterans and to enable students to complete their BW degree.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Connolly [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Connolly,]

The Conservatory Memorial Scholarship

Reason Established: Enhanced by countless alumni and friends of the College for many years, this fund provides scholarship assistance to students based on musical talent, academic achievement and need for financial assistance.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Susan Van Vorst, Dean of the Conservatory of Performing Arts [Dear Ms. Van Vorst,]

The Conservatory Women's Committee

Rearson Established: The Conservatory Women's Committee annually selects outstanding students to receive awards, including: The Alumni Jazz Orchestra Sophomore Award, The Ella B. Toedtman Senior Award and the Dawn Centers Memorial Junior Award.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Members of the Conservatory Women's Committee

The John and Clara Corogin Scholarship

Reason Established: John & Clara Corogin have established this scholarship fund to provide an opportunity for students from underrepresented populations who have a desire to better themselves but require financial assistance to achieve their goals.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Carrie Short, Director of Financial Aid [Dear Ms. Short,]

The Dr. Patrick and Angela Cosiano Scholarship

Reason Established: The Dr. Patrick and Angela Cosiano Scholarship is established to support students who are seeking careers in elementary, middle, or high school teaching. Both Dr. and Mrs. Cosiano are graduates of Cleveland's John Adams High School and have dedicated their lives to teaching in Northeast Ohio. Dr. Cosiano spent 35 years at Baldwin Wallace, retiring as Chairman of the Education Division, Professor of Education and Director of the Master of Arts in Education Degree Program. Mrs. Cosiano earned her BA and MAED degrees from BW. She pursued a career teaching high school English and later was a lecturer and supervisor of the student teaching program at Baldwin Wallace.

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Dr. Patrick and Mrs. Angela Cosiano [Dear Dr. and Mrs. Cosiano,]

The Twila Haines Coxon Scholarship

Reason Established: The Twila Haines Coxon and A. William Coxon, M.D. Scholarship recognizes the late donor as a distinguished alumna of Baldwin Wallace and her husband. The award provides permanent recognition of their values of education and scholarship achievement.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Dr. Denise Kohn, English Department Chair [Dear Dr. Kohn,]
Ms. Carrie Short, Director of Financial Aid [Dear Ms. Short,]

The William M. and Jean K. Craig Scholarship

Reason Established: William M. and Jean K. Craig founded this scholarship fund for achievement-oriented students who have need of financial support for their B-W educational expenses.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Constance J. Craig [Dear Ms. Craig,]
Mr. Gary A. Craig [Dear Mr. Craig,]
Mr. Kevin W. Craig [Dear Mr. Craig,]

The Ryan R. Cross Scholarship

Reason Established: In gratitude for his rich experiences as a student and leader at BW, Ryan R. Cross '97 wishes to help current and future BW student leaders by establishing The Ryan R. Cross '97 Scholarship. Ryan was inspired by philanthropist and mentor William Craig '48, and with support from the William & Jean Craig Scholarship Fund, he achieved his BW education. The Ryan R. Cross '97 Scholarship is also an expression of gratitude for the staff in BW's Advancement Office for helping to guide and prepare his career in institutional relations and development.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Ryan Cross [Dear Mr. Cross,]

The A. Fred Crossman Endowment

Reason Established: A. Fred Crossman served on the Baldwin Wallace Board of Trustees from 1934 until 1950. He was elected chairman for the term 1941-1948 and vice chairman for 1949-1950. Prior to his death in November, 1950, he established a prize and scholarship endowment to honor good leadership, a trait he valued and encouraged in young people.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Carrie Short, Director of Financial Aid [Dear Ms. Short,]

The Dr. James & Persis Currens Education Scholarship

Reason Established: Dr. James and Mrs. Persis Currens were members of the class of 1957 and each received financial assistance while attending B-W. Following graduation, they were employed as teachers in the public schools. Beginning in 1968, Dr. Currens served as a professor in the Division of Education for 32 years. Jim and Persis Currens contributed to the BW community in many ways as students, active and loyal alumni, and through Dr. Currens' work as an esteemed faculty member. His commitment to shaping and guiding future educators was recognized in 1982 when he received the Strosacker Award for Teaching Excellence. Thankful for their ties with BW and because of their dedication and commitment to quality education, this scholarship was established to provide financial assistance to middle school and high school education major students.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Persis Currens [Dear Mrs. Currens,]

The Doris Currier Scholarship

Reason Established: Doris Dawson Currier '48 was a student of Jacob O. Kamm, who inspired her and gave her an understanding of investments, the value of carefully chosen investments, and the time value of money. Doris taught secondary school business classes during her career as an educator in the greater Detroit, Michigan area. Doris received a scholarship to attend BW and appreciates the opportunity to provide a similar help to future generations of BW students.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Robert Herbst [Dear Mr. Herbst,]

Deborah Macartney Czatt Memorial Scholarship

Reason Established: The scholarship honors the life of Deborah Macartney Czatt, Michelle Macartney's sister who lost her battle to brain cancer at the age of 45 in 2011. She left behind two young daughters for whom Debbie's greatest hope was that they obtain a college education and pursue a career that they love. Debbie recognized the importance of college education in young women's lives and was herself the holder of a Pharm.D. degree and hard worker in her career as a clinical pharmacist. This scholarship is intended to help students who lost a parent with an opportunity to obtain a college education.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Michelle Macartney and Dr. Kim Schaeffer [Dear Mrs. Macartney and Dr. Schaeffer,]

The Colonel Arthur and Elaine Daoulas Scholarship is established to support students who have financial need. Arthur Daoulas majored in BW’s 3-2 engineering program and was a member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity. Subsequent to his three years of study at BW, in 1952 he was drafted in the Army, launching what would become a highly decorated 27-year military career with tours in Europe, Korean and Vietnam. Concurrent with his military service, he earned two bachelor’s degrees and a master’s degree from other universities and completed his Baldwin Wallace BA degree in 1962. Upon returning from the Army with the rank of Colonel, he served in the President Carter and Reagan administrations in Senior Executive Service positions in the Pentagon and later started his own company, Alpha International, Inc. Arthur and Eliane have three children and eight grandchildren, one of whom (Natassia Daoulas) graduated from Baldwin Wallace University in 2010.

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Col. Arthur and Elaine Daoulas [Dear Col. and Mrs. Daoulas,]

Reason Established: Ida Ruth Dauenhauer ’29 was part of a family tradition of attending Baldwin-Wallace prior to the merger. Ida was related to Emil (1890-91) and Ida Ruth Mueller Dauenhauer (1892). Minna Anna Schaefer Dauenhauer attended at the time of the merger in 1913. Walter Dauenhauer attended in 1905-6. An uncle, Frederick W. Mueller graduated from BW in 1893 and served as a trustee from 1922-1933 and received an honorary degree in 1915. Ida’s musical talent, capacity to share her talents, and sense of humor were among her most valued personality traits.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Walter Dickhaut [Dear Mr. Dickhaut}
Mrs. Ruth Hartzell [Dear Ms. Hartzell]

Reason Established: Dr. David Norris ‘61 has created an endowment to honor the contributions Dr. Donald Dean made to his life and teaching career. Dr. Dean ‘38 taught biology and botany at BW for over 35 years, from 1947 until his retirement in 1983 when he held the position of Biology Department chair. Receiving a B.S. in biology from BW in 1938, Dr. Dean received the Alumni Merit Award, the Alumni Faculty Award and the Strosacker Award for Excellence in Teaching during his year of service at BW. He passed away in 1992.

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Dr. David O. and Mrs. Kay Norris [Dear Dr. and Mrs. Norris,]

Reason Established: To honor the memory of internationally recognized mathematician, Dr. Max Dehn and as a tribute to long time Berea resident, Mrs. Toni Dehn. The fund was created by their family and friends to provide an annual mathematics prize.

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Dr. Andrew Watkins, Chair of BW’s Computer Science Department [Dear Dr. Watkins,]

Reason Established: This scholarship honors the life of Donald A. Delapenha, class of 1985. Involved on campus, “Donny” served as president of the Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity and played defensive lineman for the Yellow Jacket Football team. He launched a successful career in financial services and worked his way to become vice president and head bond trader at the World Trade Center for Keefe, Bruyette & Woods. Don was kind man with a big heart, and a good sense of humor. He was deeply committed to his family and friends. Don died in the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. He was 37 years old. This scholarship serves as a permanent memorial to the life of Donald A. Delapenha and provides financial assistance for students to attend and graduate from BW.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Lorraine Fichera [Dear Mrs. Fichera,]

Reason Established: David R. Demmerle taught and coached at Baldwin Wallace for over 35 years in the division of health & physical education. He passed away in 2007. His wife, June, is an integral part of the BW community and taught in the American Language Academy at Baldwin-Wallace. Their commitment to education and coaching is reflected in this scholarship to encourage students to make a positive influence on the teaching/coaching profession.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. June S. Demmerle [Dear Mrs. Demmerle,]
Mr. Mark D. Demmerle [Dear Mr. Demmerle,]
Mr. and Mrs. Keith M. Demmerle [Dear Mr. and Mrs. Demmerle,]
Mr. Ross A. Demmerle [Dear Mr. Demmerle,]

Reason Established: In 2012, the Desich family donated the Berea Equity Trust building to Baldwin Wallace University, with the agreement that a scholarship fund would be established with the proceeds from the building’s sale. Equity Trust is the nation’s leading provider of self-directed IRAs and 401ks, with over 130,000 clients in all 50 states. In line with the Desich family’s and Equity Trust’s commitment to community service, the scholarship will support students who demonstrate a commitment to serving the community, both on the BW campus and throughout Northeast Ohio.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Richard Desich, Jr. [Dear Mr. Desich, Jr.]

Reason Established: This scholarship fund honors Anna Eleanor Lee Dickhaut and Walter R. Dickhaut, Sr., whose partnership in the ministry of the United Methodist Church and its communities of service left its distinctive mark. Walter graduated from BW in 1927 and 1929 (the latter with the final class of Nast Theological Seminary), was awarded the Doctor of Divinity in 1943, and served as BW trustee, 1938-1961. Eleanor’s musical talent as a soloist and church choir director, her commitment to alleviate the hardships of the needy, and her complete devotion to the ministry of her husband, Walter, articulate the warrant for this Scholarship.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. & Mrs. Walter R. Dickhaut, Jr. [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Dickhaut,]
Mrs. Ruth I. Hartzell [Dear Mrs. Hartzell,]

Reason Established: The Louis M. DiRienzo Memorial Scholarship was established by his family in 1991. Mr. DiRienzo, '72 BME, was a genuinely committed vocal music teacher in the Parma City School System. This scholarship is dedicated in memory of a man who's life exemplified the true meaning of success. May recipients of this scholarship lead lives filled with successes great and small.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Karen DiRienzo [Dear Mrs. DiRienzo,]
Mrs. Lia DiRienzo Hoffman [Dear Mrs. DiRienzo Hoffman,]

Reason Established: Established in 1986, this fund provides financial assistance to education majors who demonstrate superior scholastic achievement and motivation and need for financial assistance.

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Dr. Debra Janas Hecker, Chair, Department of Education [Dear Dr. Janas Hecker,]

Reason Established: The Ralph M. Dunbar Jr. Scholarship was established by the family and friends as a permanent memorial in honor of Ralph. As a part time professor in the business administration division at Baldwin-Wallace College, Ralph M. Dunbar Jr. taught for twenty eight years and provided outstanding service. Known as a concerned and caring teacher, his students were the beneficiary of his expertise in human resources, behavioral sciences, marketing and advertising and he sought to instill within students the love for learning.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. & Mrs. Keith S. Dunbar [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Dunbar,]
Mrs. Jean M. Dunbar [Dear Mrs. Dunbar,]
Ms. Kimberly J. Rutherford [Dear Ms. Rutherford,]

Reason Established: Mrs. Dorothy Durica began serving BW in the student affairs office for Ruth Oltman, Dean of Women, and continued dedicated service for many years. Handling everything from room assignments to campus code of conduct, she enjoyed serving and working with students. Dorothy later served in the Division of Business Administration and in the M.B.A. program.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. & Mrs. Gary V. Stolcals [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Stolcals,]
Mr. Michael Rohlf [Dear Mr. Rohlf,]

Reason Established: An annual prize is given to a student who demonstrates proficiency in astronomy and financial need.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Dr. Peter Hoekje, Physics Department Chair [Dear Dr. Hoekje,]
Mr. Will McGinley, Director of Financial Aid [Dear Mr. McGinley,]

Reason Established: This scholarship has been established at Baldwin Wallace University to honor the memory of Michael Keith Dwyer, son of the late Dr. Michael D. Dwyer, Professor of Psychology at Baldwin Wallace University. The scholarship supports students majoring in art, with a preference for those pursuing a course of study in studio/visual art.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Sally Winter [Dear Ms. Winter,]

Mike Dye graduated from Medina High School in 1965 and Baldwin-Wallace College in 1969. He majored in health & physical education, was a member of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity and lettered in football. Mike received his Master's degree from the University of Akron. He was a teacher and coach for the Firelands and North Ridgeville School Districts. Mike enjoyed "tinkering” with home improvement projects and bartering at area flea markets. The love of his life was his cat, Pepper. He enjoyed movies from his local library and watching sporting events in person and on television. Rick and Sue have created this scholarship to honor the legacy of Mike (Rick’s brother), who passed away in September 2017.

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Mr. Rick and Mrs. Sue Dye [Dear Mr. and Mrs. Dye,]
Mr. David Dye [Dear Mr. Dye,]
Ms. Mary Labus [Dear Ms. Labus,]
Ms. Kali Sullivan [Dear Ms. Sullivan,]

Reason Established: Established by Mr. Karl Eady in memory of his wife Carol Eady, this scholarship provides financial assistance for pre-medical students with demonstrated financial need. Carol Eady had a distinguished career in the field of nursing. A Cleveland native, she was a graduate of Cleveland Heights High School and St. Luke’s Hospital School of Nursing in Cleveland. Carol completed her Bachelor’s degree at BW in 1943 and received a master’s degree in nursing school administration from Case Western Reserve University in 1955. She then served as director of education at a number of hospitals in the Midwest. In 1973, she served as coordinator of the Area Health Education System Nursing Component, University of Illinois, in Chicago. She retired in 1983 as director of the Office of Related Health Professions of the American Medical Association in Chicago. She was a recipient of the Award for Distinguished Service to Nursing by the National League for Nursing; 1993 Alumni Merit Award from BW; and the 1994 Distinguished Alumna Award from St. Luke's Hospital School of Nursing in Cleveland. Carol also received the Presidential Pin from President Richard Nixon in an Oval Office ceremony.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Will McGinley, Director of Financial Aid [Dear Mr. McGinley,]

Reason Established: As Baldwin Wallace alumni, Mr. and Mrs. Eisele both value the contribution of the College to their lives. Mrs. Eisele studied with Professor Al Riemenschneider, founding Director of the Conservatory of Music. She served as organist and teacher of piano for a career spanning over half a century.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Lois A. Dickson [Dear Ms. Dickson,]

Reason Established: The academic scholarship that Dr. Eizember received during his four years at Baldwin Wallace enabled the building of his academic foundation and contributed to his success in graduate school and the business world. The Eizembers are hoping that the recipients of this scholarship will likewise experience career success after graduation.

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Mrs. Antoinette Eizember [Dear Mrs. Eizember,]

Reason Established: This scholarship was established with a gift from the estate of Frances Ellingson who graduated from BW in 1944. The Frances J. Ellingson Scholarships are designated for the benefit of undergraduate and graduate students in the Conservatory of Music.

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Ms. Susan Van Vorst, Dean of the Conservatory of Music [Dear Ms. Van Vorst,]

Reason Established: The Essay Prize, awarded to an essay written for an actual class, is given to an essay characterized by graceful and articulate prose, depth of insight, and sophisticated analysis.

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Dr. Michael Garriga, English Department Chair [Dear Dr. Garriga,]

Reason Established: The Ernsthausen Charitable Foundation Scholarship was made possible through the philanthropy of John and Doris Ernsthausen. Mr. Ernsthausen, a resident of Norwalk, Ohio, was a trustee of the College for 30 years. The Ernsthausens’ interest in Baldwin Wallace emanated from their active involvement in causes related to Ohio Methodism. Their love of church and interest in serving others found expression in their generosity to our College, the Berea Children’s Home, the Elyria Methodist Home, Lakeside and many other organizations that reflected their interest in the work of the Methodist Church. BW’s Ernsthausen Hall, built in their honor, features a state-of-the-art geothermal heating and cooling system and reflects the couple’s interest in strengthening the living and learning environment of our campus. Students from Huron County, Ohio with demonstrated financial need are eligible to receive the Ernsthausen Charitable Foundation Scholarship.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ernsthausen Charitable Foundation
c/o Kathleen O’Laughlin, VP
Senior Trust Officer
Merrill Lynch Trust Company

Reason Established: As a BW alumna with a strong interest in music, nurtured as a member of the B-W Bach Chorus, Mrs. Gloria B. Ewing established an endowment to assist worthy students who have need for assistance to attend Baldwin Wallace University.

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Mrs. Kimberly Christopher [Dear Mrs. Christopher,]

Reason Established: The Edward L. Finnigan Scholarship was established in appreciation for Coach Finnigan’s strong contribution to the Baldwin Wallace University athletic program over his years as coach and professor. A dynamic personality, he influenced many men & women to enter teaching and coaching careers. He was considered a master teacher. Finnigan is credited with the quote, which appears on the north wall of Usprung Gymnasium: “It is very easy to be ordinary, but it takes courage to excel, and we must excel.” Such is the legacy of Edward L. Finnigan.

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Mrs. Mary Swegan [Dear Mrs. Swegan,]

Reason Established: A member of the Baldwin Wallace College class of 1948, James Fitzgerald has been recognized for his leadership in business, communications, athletics, philanthropy, and service to his country.

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Mrs. Marilyn Fitzgerald [Dear Mrs. Fitzgerald,]

Reason Established: A 1970 graduate of Baldwin-Wallace College, Richard L. (Dick) Fletcher has served Baldwin-Wallace College through his work in the Office of Admissions, Development and as Vice President for more than 40 years. The Richard L. Fletcher Scholarship Fund recognizes Dick’s life-long commitment to the financial advancement and leadership of Baldwin Wallace University as well as to the countless students who have benefitted from his insights, guidance and leadership by exceptional personal example. He inspired colleagues and students through his words and actions to strive for excellence in all that we do.

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Mr. & Mrs. Michael Sejka [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Sejka,]

Reason Established: Virginia E. Folberth graduated from Baldwin Wallace in 1953. At that time, she set a personal goal to establish a scholarship at BW to commemorate her time here and to provide worthy students the opportunity to receive a quality education.

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Mr. Will McGinley, Director of Financial Aid [Dear Mr. McGinley,]

Reason Established: George Forbes, alumnus from the B-W class of 1957, has served Cleveland as a prominent attorney and recognized civic and community leader for many years. Major leadership roles included President of the Cleveland City Council and head of the Cleveland chapter of the NAACP. His public career spanned the terms of several Cleveland mayors.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. George L. Forbes [Dear Mr. Forbes,]
Ms. Helen Forbes Fields [Dear Ms. Forbes Fields]

Reason Established: The Fortnightly Music Club Scholarship supports BW Conservatory of Music students with outstanding talent, strong character and financial need. Recipients should be residents of Northeast Ohio. The Fortnightly Music Club was a group of Cleveland-area musicians who met to enjoy, rehearse and perform music. While the club is no longer active, student scholarships are now administered by The Cleveland Foundation.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Jason Weiner, Donor Relations Officer, The Cleveland Foundation

Reason Established: The Francis Family Scholarship was established in 2003 by the parents of Jeremy (Class of 2000) and Kathryn (Class of 2003). The fund provides support to students majoring in computer science or elementary education.

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Mr. & Mrs. James L. Francis [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Francis,]
Ms. Kathryn L. Francis [Dear Ms. Francis,]
Mr. Jeremy Francis [Dear Mr. Francis,]

Reason Established: Dr. Nancy Frick, class of 1965 and a full scholarship recipient, loved her experience at BW and the presidents she knew well, Drs. A.B. Bonds and Neal Malicky. Contracting polio at age 6 and using a wheelchair, braces and crutches from that point on, she found dealing with Berea’s snow was a challenge, but with a little help from her friends, she was able to navigate campus. Perpetually optimistic and happy, Dr. Frick went on to graduate school and then worked for the Federal government, promoting civil rights for people with disabilities. Ironically, in the early 1980’s, she became one of the world’s experts on Post-Polio Sequelae (PPS), the “Late Effects of Polio.” Dr. Frick performed research on PPS, lectured about PPS across North America and wrote the first articles in the medical literature on the psychology of PPS. Dr. Frick received numerous awards for her work, but none was more rewarding than accepting an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree after giving the address at Baldwin Wallace’s 1993 commencement. Preference in making awards is expressed for students with demonstrated financial need who are achieving in spite of a physical disability, and/or who are interested in careers in biomedical/bioengineering research.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Dr. Richard Bruno [Dear Dr. Bruno,]

Reason Established: To honor the lives of Robert Otto Fricke ’47 and Marjorie Deutsch Fricke ’49. Bob Fricke was in ATO at BW who later followed his father and became an attorney and member of Cleveland’s Foreign Consular Corps serving as The Consul General of the Federal Republic of Germany. His son became a lawyer based in Northern Ohio as well. Bob served his country valiantly during WWII in the European Theater. Marge Fricke was in Alpha Gamma Delta and was voted president of her sorority and May Queen at BW. Bob and Marge’s fraternity and sorority friends were among their most cherished friends throughout their entire lives. Bob and Marge were voted Mr. and Mrs. Westlake in 1982 for their community service there.

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Mr. & Mrs. Thomas S. Fricke [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Fricke,]
Mr. Robert Fricke [Dear Mr. Fricke,]
Mr. Wade Fricke [Dear Mr. Fricke,]

Reason Established: Donna Fry, a 1958 graduate of BW, served as a media specialist with the Jackson Local Schools in Massillon, Ohio until her retirement. A speech major at BW, Donna had great admiration for professors Bill Allman, Charles Irwin and Dr. James Ross and wished to honor them by establishing a scholarship for speech and theatre students. Donna was an active member of the North Industry Christian Church and a member of Theta Alpha Phi and Kappa Phi Methodist service club. She passed away in February 2012.

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Mrs. Bonnie Mills [Dear Mrs. Mills,]

Reason Established: Mr. Stephen Boesel ‘68, a trustee of the University and lead supporter of the 2011 Conservatory of Music renovation, announced his $1 million pledge for a scholarship endowment honoring his wife at the Boesel Musical Arts Center (BMAC) opening, October 14, 2011. The scholarship honors Mrs. Boesel’s career as a pianist and teacher and bears her maiden name to underscore her identity as an individual and artist. Supporting outstanding piano/keyboard students, the fund is a lasting tribute to the Boesels’ philanthropic spirit and to Mr. Boesel’s desire to honor his late wife and her passion for music.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Members of the Boesel family