The Frank Paino, MD Scholarship

Reason Established: As graduates of Baldwin-Wallace College, Dr. Paino's children feel their father's commitment to excellence in education will be suitably perpetuated by this scholarship. A loving father, devoted physician, distinguished gentleman, and extraordinary human being, Dr. Paino lived his life with indomitable strength of spirit and an inexhaustible desire to continue to expand his learning. The scholarship recognizes an outstanding student who aspires to attend medical school and has a record of community service.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Frank Paino [Dear Mr. Paino,]
Ms. Geralyn Paino [Dear Ms. Paino,]

The Carolyn Kratt Parker Memorial Scholarship

Reason Established: The Carolyn Kratt Parker Memorial Scholarship Fund was established by Richard Parker in memory of his wife, a 1967 graduate of Baldwin-Wallace College. The Scholarship is to provide assistance to worthy and deserving students pursuing careers in teacher education at BW.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Richard W. Parker [Dear Mr. Parker,]
Mr. & Mrs. Peter G. Kratt [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Kratt,]
Mrs. Katherine A. Fort [Dear Mrs. Fort,]

The Patrick Family Scholarship
The Pilla Family Scholarship

Reason Established: This scholarship was established in honor of George & Libera Pilla, parents of Bishop Anthony Pilla and Paul & Libera Patrick, parents of Maria Patrick Miller.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Maria Miller [Dear Mrs. Miller,]

The Daniel A. Pavsek Award for Excellence in Economics and/or Finance

Reason Established: The Daniel A. Pavsek Award for Excellence in Economics and/or Finance was established to provide, on a year-to-year basis, a prize for the best undergraduate paper in Economics.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Dr. Daniel A. Pavsek [Dear Dr. Pavsek,]

The William & Mary Pendell Memorial Scholarship

Reason Established: The William D. Pendell Memorial Scholarship honors the late Dr. Pendell, Professor of French at Baldwin-Wallace College from 1940 until his death in 1961. His intense interest in youth, his continued outreach for personal development opportunity, his commitment to traditional values of Christian higher education and his scholarship made him a master teacher. The William D. Pendell Memorial Scholarship honors outstanding Baldwin Wallace University students who are pursuing the study of French at BW and/or in Study Abroad Programs.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Susan Hall [Dear Mrs. Hall,]

The Paul E. and Miriam A. Pendleton Family Scholarship

Reason Established: Paul Pendleton, Baldwin Wallace University trustee, and his wife Miriam have established this scholarship to enhance the possibilities of potential students to enter and graduate from BW. Paul is a former superintendent of schools of three Ohio school districts, president of Pendleton Enterprises, owner of Finding Leaders and part owner of the Santa Rita Collaborative. He has served as the Executive Director for the Ohio Council for Academic Excellence, the Mohican Institute and has been an adjunct faculty member at several universities.

Miriam is a former science teacher and school guidance counselor. Now she is an Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist for the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. As young persons, many educators and other interested individuals encouraged and assisted Paul and Miriam in their efforts to secure a college education. Now they want to offer that same opportunity for students to succeed at Baldwin Wallace University.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Paul and Mrs. Miriam Pendleton [Dear Mr. and Mrs. Pendleton,]

The Cornelius Penner Scholarship

Reason Established: Dr. Penner (BW professor of History & Political science 1940-1963) saw life as a challenge to live by reason. Thoroughly respected by colleagues and students, endowed with a gentle, rich humor, he had infinite patience and complete integrity as a scholar. His disciplined mind brought strength to all whom his life touched. Few teachers have made a more significant contribution to this college. (Above wording appears on the BW memorial wall, honoring the memory of distinctive faculty, administrators, and college trustees).

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Dr. Kyriakos Nalmpantis, Chair, History Department [Dear Dr. Nalmpantis,]

The C.A. Peterson Scholarship

Reason Established: C.A. Pete Peterson '50 did graduate study in economics and investments and taught at BW following completion of his graduate degree. His successful career with the Ohio Company in Columbus evidenced leadership and vision. His late wife was Carolyn. Carolyn's mother, Mrs. Florence Kidder, served in the BW library in the late 1940Ô's.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Clarence A. Peterson [Dear Mr. Peterson,]

The Vincent K. Petrella Scholarship

Reason Established: Vince Petrella graduated from Baldwin Wallace in 1982 with a BA in Business Adminstration. While at BW, he wrestled, served as a resident advisor, and was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha. Upon graduating, Vince worked for Price Waterhouse until 1995 when he joined Lincoln Electric Company. Vince is currently CFO and Executive Vice President of Lincoln Electric. He joined BW's Board of Trustees in 2013. Vince is establishing this scholarship as a way to give back to students of Baldwin Wallace and to support the business leaders of the future.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Vincent Petrella [Dear Mr. Petrella]

The Gregg Pett Scholarship

Reason Established: This scholarship fund was established with gifts made in memory of Dr. Gregory Pett, BW Professor of Economics.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Shelley L. Spencer [Dear Ms. Spencer,]
Mrs. Virginia Pett [Dear Mrs. Pett,]
Mr. Brian Pett [Dear Mr. Pett,]
Ms. Kate Pett [Dear Ms. Pett,]
Mrs. Janice Ritchey [Dear Mrs. Ritchey,]

The Jess & Arline Petty Scholarship

Reason Established: Both Jess (class of 1931) and Arline (class of 1932) graduated from Baldwin-Wallace College. All three children are also Baldwin-Wallace College graduates. Jess served the College for over 45 years, most of that time as Registrar. Jess and Arline's commitment to the values of private higher education are honored in this award to a female student at Baldwin Wallace University majoring in business or economics.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. & Mrs. David Nichols [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Nichols,]
Mr. & Mrs. John F. Petty [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Petty,]
Rev. Jess J. Petty, Jr. [Dear Reverend Petty,]
Mrs. Marilyn Piehl [Dear Mrs. Piehl,]

The Pitcher Psychology Scholarship

Reason Established: The Pitcher Psychology Scholarship was established by former Vice President of Student Affairs and Professor of Psychology Emeritus, Robert Pitcher and his wife, Molly. The scholarship honors and provides financial support for students who are seeking a major in psychology and who demonstrate sound academic achievement and who contribute to the quality of the Psychology Department and Baldwin Wallace University.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. & Mrs. James R. Pitcher [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Pitcher,]

Dr. Russell H. Plumb, Jr. '65 Scholarship

Family members of Dr. Russell H. Plumb, Jr., '65 established this scholarship to honor their brother. Russ transferred to BW after one year of coursework at another university. During his time at BW, Russ excelled as a chemistry major and enjoyed working on the student newspaper, the Exponent. He was also a member of the Dayton C. Miller Honor Society, American Chemical Society and Kappa Mu Epsilon. His education at BW enabled him to earn his master's and Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin in the field of Water Chemistry. In his professional life, Russ was instrumental in planning cleanups of toxic waste sites in the United States.

This scholarship is intended to help BW transfer students with an interest in science lessen their burden while pursuing their educational and professional goals in a field Russ enjoyed.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Nancy Tessman [Dear Mrs. Tessman,]

The Barbara Geiser Popeney Scholarship

Reason Established: Barbara Geiser Popeney '58 dedicated her life as a music educator and performer on the Harp. Barbara Geiser Popeney used her excellent music education she obtained at Baldwin-Wallace College (BW) not only to teach the pleasure of music but also to teach self-discipline and inspire self-esteem in her students. It was her desire to aid other Baldwin Wallace students studying music so they could have the opportunity to do the same.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

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

The Victor & Rosella Poporad Scholarship

Reason Established: The Victor and Rosella Poporad Scholarship was established by Mr. and Mrs. Poporad to provide assistance to academically talented students majoring in Business or Economics to recognize motivation to learn and to assist worthy students who need financial assistance. Victor was a 1953 graduate who became an outstanding professional in the field of investments and economics.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

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

President Bob and Linda Helmer STEM Scholarship

Reason Established: This scholarship was created in appreciation for President Bob and Linda Helmer's continuing leadership and vision for Baldwin Wallace University and with special recognition of their accomplishment in the creation of the Knowlton Center from concept to reality.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Pamela '71 and Mr. Robert Connolly [Dear Mr. and Mrs. Connolly,]

Dr. Bob and Mrs. Linda Helmer [Dear Dr. and Mrs. Helmer,]

The Presser Foundation Scholarship

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Teresa Rodgers, Presser Foundation [Dear Ms. Rodgers,]

The Professor David Prok Humanitarian Award for Social Justice in Sex and Gender Diversity

Reason Established: This award provides recognition to one or more student(s), faculty member(s), or administrator(s) who make(s) Baldwin Wallace University a more hospitable, safe and accepting community and, who pushes back the frontiers of hate, prejudice, bigotry, and ignorance relative to sex and gender diversity in our midst.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Rick Smith [Dear Mr. Smith,]

The William Prokasy Psychology Department Award

The Psychology Department Fund provides general scholarship assistance to qualified, talented psychology majors.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Pamela Prokasy [Dear Mrs. Prokasy,]

The Donald & Elizabeth Quick Scholarship

Reason Established: Donald and Elizabeth Quick both graduated from Baldwin-Wallace in 1943. Just as others helped them achieve higher education, so, too, they offer financial help to worthy future generations of Baldwin-Wallace students.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

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

The Michael J. Quigley Scholarship

Reason Established: This scholarship was established with a gift from the estate of Michael J. Quigley who attended BW in the late 1950's. Scholarships are to be in honor of the Bach Festival to honor and give financial support to 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 Carol E. Randall Scholarship

Reason Established: The Carol E. Randall scholarship recognizes her life-long appreciation of the value of a sound education and her hope that recipients of the award will not only experience a high quality of peace and satisfaction in their personal lives but will also contribute positively to their communities and to society in general.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Trent Collier [Dear Mr. Collier,]

The Rathbone Scholarship

Reason Established: The Rathbone Scholarship was created from the estate of Frances Rathbone as an expression of her esteem for the value of higher education.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

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

The Bonnie Raye Physical Education Endowment
The Bonnie Raye Scholarship
The Bonnie Raye Honors Day Award
The Bonnie Raye Graduate School Scholarship

Reason Established: Bonnie Raye served as professor and coach at Baldwin-Wallace from 1980 to 1989. An avid sportswoman, she participated in several sports in college and was a lifelong enthusiast of sport and recreation. In addition to serving as BW basketball coach for nine years, she coached several college, high school, and recreational teams. She taught exercise science and supported the study of physical education as a serious academic discipline. At her death on November 15, 1989, she was remembered at BW as an esteemed colleague, coach, teacher, mentor, and friend.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Mark Rapf & Ms. E. Anne Gunn [Dear Mr. Rapf & Ms. Gunn,]
Ms. Mary Jane Elam [Dear Ms. Elam,]

Rea Family Scholarship

Reason Established: Dr. Peter and Mrs. Julie Rea, life-long educators and advocates for student success, have created a scholarship and mentorship program for BW students. To be considered, students must be considered underrepresented in higher education and meet financial aid requirements.

The Rea Family Scholarship & Mentorship program provides both financial and social capital support and was created to inspire a spirit of “paying it forward” among recipients through time, talent or treasure.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Peter and Mrs. Julie Rea [Dear Mr. and Mrs. Rea,]

The Donald and Connie Rebar Scholarship

Reason Established: The Donald and Connie Rebar Scholarship was established to assist qualified and deserving students who wish to pursue their undergraduate studies at Baldwin Wallace University. Preference is expressed for students who demonstrate academic achievement and promise to be involved at BW as a campus leader.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Connie Rebar [Dear Mrs. Rebar,]
Mr. Peter and Mrs. Jolene Rebar [Dear Mr. and Mrs. Rebar,]
Ms. Betsy Sell [Dear Ms. Sell,]

The Ruby V. Redinger Scholarship

Reason Established: Professor, scholar, and novelist are descriptions of Ruby V. Redinger, Ph.D. She served as a BW professor of English Literature from 1951 until retirement in 1980 and is remembered for her unusual effectiveness in stimulating creative writing skills among her many students.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Dr. Rosemary Boston [Dear Dr. Boston,]
Mr. Oliver A. Wyman [Dear Mr. Wyman,]

The Reed Family Scholarship

Reason Established: The Reed Family Scholarship was established by the late Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Reed of Lexington, Kentucky through a bequest to Baldwin Wallace. It was their wish to help dedicated, serious students achieve their higher educational goals.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. & Mrs. Rex W. Ankrom [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Ankrom,]
Mr. & Mrs. Richard B. Lowry [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Lowry,]
Mr. Donald H. Kelly [Dear Mr. Kelly,]

The Reep Clark Success and Innovation Scholarship

Reason Established: Dr. Michael Reep ‘93 and Mr. Wyatt Clark began their philanthropic relationship with BW as donors to the Space Center U Program at NASA’s Johnson Space Center. As a dermatologist and speakers’ bureau coordinator for the NASA Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, Dr. Reep and Mr. Clark are continuing their passion for helping BW students by creating a scholarship representing their areas of expertise: the health sciences and STEM.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Dr. Michael Reep & Mr. Wyatt Clark [Dear Dr. Reep & Mr. Clark,]

The Hugh & Rebecca Snowball Reeves '66 Scholarship Endowment

Reason Established: Rebecca Snowball Reeves graduated from Baldwin Wallace in 1966 with a BS degree in home economics. She earned her Master's in Public Health and Doctor of Public Health from The University of Texas School of Public Health in Houston, Texas. As an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine, Becky was the Managing Director of the Behavioral Medicine Research Center. Her team studied the effects of lifestyle changes of weight loss in persons with Type II diabetes and heart disease. Becky served in various offices of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (formerly the American Dietetic Association) including President. Hugh, a graduate of the University of Texas, worked as a mechanical engineer in the petroleum industry. Becky established this scholarship to recognize Baldwin Wallace for the education she received that allowed her to achieve her career goals.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Hugh and Dr. Rebecca Reeves [Dear Mr. and Dr. Reeves,]

The Charles W. Reutiman Scholarship

Reason Established: Charles Reutiman graduated from Baldwin Wallace College in 1960 with a BA in French. While enrolled at Baldwin Wallace, Charles continued his exploration of classical music by taking cello lessons from a very fine musician, Mr. Harry Fuchs of the Cleveland Orchestra. Charles studied abroad in France for one semester. He appreciated French culture and French cuisine. During his service in the U.S. Army in South Vietnam, he did French to English translations for the NSA. He retired as a Chappaqua, NY school bus driver in 2006. This scholarship supports French students with financial need, with a first preference for French majors and second for French minors. A third preference is for students majoring or minoring in any foreign language with financial need.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Lance Reutiman [Dear Mr. Reutiman,]

The Gayle Reynolds '74 Scholarship

Reason Established: This scholarship was established through an estate gift from Gayle Reynolds, class of '74, to honor former Baldwin Wallace faculty member Dr. Jim Ross and for the promotion and encouragement of continuing education students.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

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

The Letitia Richard Scholarship

Reason Established: The Letitia Richard Scholarship was established by George and Letitia Richard. Mr. Richard has served as Assistant Vice President and Director of College Relations Baldwin Wallace University for nearly 30 years. Mrs. Richard taught at Elyria City School District's Crestwood Elementary and Westwood Middle schools for 25 years. This scholarship reflects their commitment to these educational institutions as well as their respect for voting citizens of Elyria for their ongoing support of public education.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. George and Mrs. Letitia Richard [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Richard,]

The Will Richmond Prize in Photography

Reason Established: During Will Richmond's service for more than twenty-five years as College Photographer, his professional skills and rapport with students, faculty, and staff endeared him to the College community. The Will Richmond Prize in Photography was established by family and friends of Willard P. Richmond as a lasting tribute to honor a talented professional and valued friend.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. & Mrs. Craig C. Richmond [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Richmond,]

The Gordon W. Riel Scholarship

Reason Established: Gordon Riel established this scholarship in memory of his father, Gordon W. Riel, who attended Baldwin-Wallace College for several semesters between 1915 and 1916. He took significant coursework in English and foreign languages during his time at BW. This scholarship in memory of Gordon W. Riel supports students who demonstrate significant financial need and work part- or full-time to support their pursuit of college degrees.

Mr. Gordon Riel [Dear Mr. Riel,]

The Dr. Edwin & Mary Beth Riemenschneider Scholarship

Reason Established: For over a century, The Riemenschneider Family has been involved in creative leadership at Baldwin-Wallace College. Ed's dad, Professor Albert Riemenschneider founded the B-W Conservatory of Music in 1899. Ed, a long time physician in Akron and his wife Mary Beth Tristram were both alumni and were involved in the life of the college throughout their adult lives. Their focus was on the Conservatory of Music and Ed helped found The Riemenschneider Bach Institute.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Judy Riemenschneider [Dear Mrs. Reimenschneider,]
Mr. & Mrs. John K. Riemenschneider [Dear Mr. & Mrs. Reimenschneider,]

The Amy R. Riley Scholarship

Reason Established: Amy R. Riley was the daughter of Ruth Froman Riley ’48 and William J. Riley ’48. William graduated with a degree in Business Administration and later received his MBA in Banking and Finance from Case Western Reserve. He was a CPA and had been the controller of a number of corporations. Ruth enjoyed a career in Physical Science and German. Amy was a talented artist who created numerous pieces of artwork in a variety of media. She wove lap robes, was an accomplished woodworker and was expert as using a lathe. She enjoyed gardening and “constructing” artwork, continually honing her creative talents. Amy was taken from us far too soon in a motorcycle accident in 2021. The donor prefers the scholarship be awarded to students majoring in a STEM field, including mathematics, biology, environmental science, neuroscience, chemistry, physics, computer science and related areas, data science and engineering.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Ruth F. Riley Ihde [Dear Mrs. Ihde,]

Ms. Megan McElroy [Dear Ms. McElroy,]

The William J. Riley '48 Scholarship

Reason Established: William J. Riley ’48 graduated with a degree in Business Administration and later received his MBA in Banking and Finance form Case Western Reserve University. Bill had served in the Air Force during WWII as a B24 navigator. After his service, Bill attended BW and I was there that he met his wife, Ruth Froman ’48. They were married and raised three children together. Bill had been the controller of a number of corporations, and later started his own business, William J. Riley & Associates, and successfully helped clients manage their wealth for decades. Ruth was a trailblazer at BW majoring in Chemistry and German, with a minor in Math. She worked at the B.F. Goodrich Research center, and later taught Physical Science and German in the Parma School System. Ruth retired from Ciba Corning Diagnostics having fully utilized her degrees throughout her career. After Bill’s death, Ruth married Richard C. Ihde and they enjoyed spending time with their families and traveling around the world, until his untimely death on a shipwreck in the Aegean Sea in 2000.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Ruth F. Riley Ihde [Dear Mrs. Ihde,]

Ms. Megan McElroy [Dear Ms. McElroy,]

The George Ritter Scholarship

Reason Established: George Ritter graduated from Baldwin University in 1906 and went on to become a prominent attorney, philanthropist and lifelong Toledo area resident. Mr. Ritter believed in investing in community. This scholarship provides financial assistance for male students from Ottawa Hills and Vermillion High Schools with demonstrated academic achievement.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Mike Salem, Trust Officer [Dear Mr. Salem,]

The Dr. Dean L. & Dorothy Frazer Robb Family Scholarship

Reason Established: Dean L. Robb was professor of mathematics at BW from 1946 until his death in 1967. For seven summers, he was director of the National Science Foundation Mathematics Institute, held on the B-W campus for secondary school teachers. He was a member of the National Mathematics Association, was a Mason and served in the U.S. Air Force from its inception until 1945.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. George F. Robb [Dear Mr. Robb,]

James '62 and Jean '61 Robejsek Scholarship

Reason Established:  Jim ’62 and Jean ’61 Robejsek have been active members of the BW community for over 50 years. Jim was an outstanding senior and active in Greek life during his years at BW. Jean is past president of BW’s Institute for Learning in Retirement. As Berea residents, they remain active in BW life, and with this scholarship wish to support students with financial need as they work to complete their BW degrees.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Jim and Mrs. Jean Robejsek [Dear Mr. and Mrs. Robejsek,]

The Judith A. (Tredway) Rocks Art & Humanities Scholarship

Reason Established: Judy and her husband, Dr. James. Rocks established The Judith Ann Tredway Rocks Scholarship to assist students majoring in art and the humanities. Judy graduated from Baldwin-Wallace College in 1963 with a degree in biology. She earned additional degrees from Northwestern University and Loyola University. Judy was much more than a scientist. After a successful career as a physical therapist, she was able to pursue one of her many artistic passions, watercolor painting. Upon her retirement in 1994, Judy enrolled in painting classes at the Old Town Art School in Chicago. She especially enjoyed capturing the beauty of dancers since she had studied ballet and had a keen knowledge of human anatomy.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Dr. James Rocks [Dear Dr. Rocks,]
Mrs. Martha Virginia Tredway [Dear Mrs. Tredway,]

The Pauline K. Roehm Endowment for International Studies

Pauline K. Roehm '30 was a loyal BW alumna, attending reunions and B-W events in Washington and Baltimore for many decades. She was outspoken in her love and support for Baldwin Wallace. After traveling around the world by herself for over a year, without a specific itinerary, she wrote about her experiences in a first person account, published under the title, "Always First Class".

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mrs. Lorena Allers [Dear Mrs. Allers,]
Mr. Stephen Roehm [Dear Mr. Roehm,]
Ms. Marilyn Richardson [Dear Ms. Richardson,]

The Charles and Katherine Rotuno Freshman Award

The Charles and Katherine Rotuno Freshman Award was created to support deserving incoming freshman students who demonstrate financial need. Charles E. Rotuno is a 1986 graduate of Baldwin Wallace University and has served on the BW Board of Trustees since 2011, and was selected as Chairman in 2016. The Rotuno family has long demonstrated loyalty and generosity to Baldwin Wallace and holds a strong affinity for BW's music therapy program due to the positive experience of their daughter Katie, BW Class of 2012.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Charles and Mrs. Katherine Rotuno [Dear Mr. and Mrs. Rotuno,]

The Charles and Katherine Rotuno Sophomore Award

The Charles and Katherine Rotuno Sophomore Award was created to support deserving sophomore-ranked students who demonstrate financial need. Charles E. Rotuno is a 1986 graduate of Baldwin Wallace University and has served on the BW Board of Trustees since 2011, and was selected as Chairman in 2016. The Rotuno family has long demonstrated loyalty and generosity to Baldwin Wallace and holds a strong affinity for BW's music therapy program due to the positive experience of their daughter Katie, BW Class of 2012.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Mr. Charles and Mrs. Katherine Rotuno [Dear Mr. and Mrs. Rotuno,]

The Dr. James M. Ruegsegger '22 Fund

Reason Established: Jim Ruegsegger was one of BW's most distinguished graduates. As a graduate of the class of 1922, he entered the World of Medicine with a concern for others that is the hallmark of a BW education. His effective research on polio, pneumonia, diphtheria, meningitis, and tetanus and his service to country earned him the Alumni Merit Award. It was Jim's decision to return to BW a portion of his resources for this endowment to help future BW biology students.

Please direct your thank you letter/s to:

Ms. Carrie Short, Director of Financial Aid [Dear Ms. Short,] 
Dr. Karen Munroe, Biology Department Chair [Dear Dr. Munroe,]