Donnor Supported Scholarships

Thanks to the forethought of the founding scholarship benefactors and the continued generosity of recent scholarship donors, current and future students of Keystone College who are in good academic standing and financial need are afforded the resources to pursue an exceptional educational opportunity.

A named scholarship is created by a benefactor's restricted annual gift (on average of $1,000 per year) to the scholarship fund.

Endowed scholarships at Keystone College may be established through a minimum gift of $10,000 and can serve as a perpetual tribute by naming the endowment in honor or memory of someone.

Scholarship Luncheon
Keystone College holds an annual Scholarship Luncheon each November, offering scholarship donors an opportunity to meet the students who benefit from their kindness. Since 1996, more than $3.4 million in scholarship funding has been awarded to over 1,800 worthy Keystone College students. For the current academic year, more than 200 students received approximately $557,000 in donor-funded scholarship assistance.

Thanks to the generosity of donors, the College currently offers the following donor-supported scholarships:

Endowed and Annual Scholarship Information

Alperin Family Scholarship:
This fund, established by members of the Alperin family, is awarded annually to students based on scholastic achievement and/or financial need, with preference given to children of employees of Alperin, Inc., Triple A Trouser Mfg., Mayflower Mfg. Co., Gold Star Mfg., Astro Warehousing, or Alpha Warehousing.

National Alumni Association Scholarship: Established by the Keystone College Alumni Association, scholarships are awarded annually from this fund, one to a traditional student and one to a Weekender student. To be eligible, students must have completed a minimum of 18 Keystone credit hours and must currently be registered for at least six credit hours. Academic excellence demonstrated at Keystone is the primary criteria, in addition to demonstrated leadership in campus clubs, student government organizations and sports, or community activities. The recipient must be directly related to a Keystone College alumna/alumnus.

American Hotel and Lodging Association Scholarship:  Awarded to full-time Hotel and Restaurant Management second-year students who have achieved superior academic excellence after completing a minimum of 30 credits, this scholarship offers up to $1,700 per academic year.

Professor Anita S. Appleton Scholarship: Established by contributions from alumni and friends in honor of retired Keystone College professor and honorary alumna, Anita S. Appleton '90H, this scholarship is annually awarded to a junior enrolled in Keystone College's accounting curriculum who has a minimum grade point average of 3.20 and the greatest financial need as determined by the College's Office of Financial Aid. The scholarship is renewable for a student's senior year based on continued excellent academic standing and financial need. 

N. Ruth Bayliss '53 Memorial Scholarship: Established by Ronald Bayliss '53 in memory of his wife, this scholarship is annually awarded to a student majoring in Art who is in good academic standing with financial need.

Constance Reynolds Belin Scholarship: Established in memory of Constance Reynolds Belin, a longtime friend, trustee, and benefactor of Keystone College, this scholarship is awarded annually to a deserving sophomore based on financial need and scholastic achievement.

Vladimir Bialkowski Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship was established in 1970 by Janet Bialkowski in memory of her husband. An annual scholarship is awarded to a student who exhibits interest and proficiency in music.

Dr. Edward G. Boehm, Jr., Appreciation Scholarship of the FWCL:  Established by the Factoryville Women's Civic League in honor of Keystone College President, Dr. Edward G. Boehm, Jr., this scholarship is annually awarded to a returning student with a GPA of 2.5 or higher and financial need, who reflects the qualities embodied by Dr. Boehm based on community involvement and service, extracurricular activities and awards received. Candidates must submit a 500-word essay describing the role of volunteerism in a community.

Regina E. Boehm Scholarship: Established by Keystone College trustees and friends in honor of the College's first lady, Regina E. Boehm, this annual scholarship is awarded with first preference to a student from western Pennsylvania or with second preference to a student from any region of Pennsylvania majoring in either culinary arts, hospitality management, travel and tourism, or restaurant management who is in good academic standing and has financial need.

Boehm-Evans Education Fund: Established by the President and First Lady of Keystone in honor of their parents, Edward G. and Catherine Murray Boehm, and Arnold and Genevieve Evans, this award annually provides funding to encourage professional development for Keystone's "Administrator of the Year" and "Staff Person of the Year," and also supports the College's student assistance fund.

Margaret Briggs Foundation Scholarship: This scholarship fund was established by the Margaret Briggs Foundation and is given annually to incoming first-year students from Lackawanna County or one of the surrounding counties. The scholarship is renewable to sophomores who maintain satisfactory academic standing.

John H. Brooks Memorial Scholarship: The annual earnings of this fund, established by the children of John H. Brooks, longtime trustee and supporter of Keystone College, are awarded to a deserving student.

Dr. Roscoe C. Brown, Jr., Tuskegee Airman Scholarship: Established through the generosity of two donors, the Scranton Area Foundation and a benefactor who wishes to remain anonymous, as a tribute to Dr. Brown, and utilized to inspire all students, annual earnings from this scholarship are awarded to a returning student who reflects the same qualities as Dr. Brown: valor, leadership, service, courage, energy, and determination. The scholarship is renewable based on the student's financial need, good academic standing, and full-time status.

Barry J. Capwell Memorial Scholarship:  The annual earnings of this scholarship, established by friend of the College Marilyn Costa, in memory of former College employee, Barry J. Capwell, are awarded to a student majoring in Fine Arts who has financial need.

Arnold Cembalest Scholarship: This scholarship was established by friend of the College, Patricia Cembalest, in honor of her husband. It is preferably awarded to a student majoring in art who has good academic standing and financial need.

Margaretta B. Chamberlin Fund for Part-Time Students: This fund, established through the generosity of Margaretta B. Chamberlin, sixth president of Keystone College, is available to qualified students enrolled in any of the programs offered in a part-time or Weekender schedule.

Corabelle Chappell Memorial Scholarship: Established through the bequest of Gertrude Chappell, this fund awards scholarship assistance to deserving students who reside in Lackawanna County. Academic performance and financial need determine eligibility.

Mr. and Mrs. Benton Coleman Scholarship: The annual earnings of this fund, established by Della Coleman Sinclair in memory of her parents, are awarded to a graduate of Lackawanna Trail High School in Wyoming County, Pa.

Thomas W. '52 and Charlotte M. '53 Davis Scholarship: The annual earnings of this fund, established by alumni Thomas W. '52 and Charlotte M. '53 Davis, are awarded to a student who demonstrates financial need and is in good academic standing.

Frank "Chick" DePietro, Sr., Memorial Scholarship: Established by his grandson and supported by friends and family, this scholarship is annually awarded to a student in good academic standing with financial need, enrolled in Keystone College's Culinary Arts program, and serves as a lasting tribute to Mr. DePietro's generosity to his community and passion for the food service industry.

Shirley A. DiAndriola Memorial Scholarship:  Established through the bequest of alumna, Shirley A. DiAndriola '58, annual earnings of this scholarship are awarded to a student who is a graduate of Old Forge High School.

Jack Donis '37 Academic Leadership Award: This scholarship was established by alumnus Dr. Jack Donis and is awarded annually to an entering first-year student who is a resident of the Scranton area and plans to be a commuter student. It is renewable for a student's sophomore year based on the student's demonstrated strong academic standing and leadership activities during the first year.

Caroline C. Donovan Memorial Scholarship: Established through the bequest of alumna and Evergreen Society member, Caroline C. Donovan '48, annual earnings of this scholarship are awarded to a student in good academic standing with financial need.

Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin F. Evans Scholarship: This scholarship, established by an alumna, is awarded annually to an academically promising and financially deserving student.

Joseph and Louise Finetti Scholarship:  This scholarship was established by alumna, Louise Finetti '53 and her husband Joseph, in honor of the fifty year anniversary of her graduation from Keystone College, and is awarded annually to a student in good academic standing and financial need.

Bonnie Bennett Fiore Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship, established by alumnus Gregory Fiore '69 in memory of his wife, is awarded annually to a female student who is active in the school newspaper or yearbook and is in good academic standing.

August and Helen Dippre Fleckenstein Scholarship: Established by alumni William '47 and Jean '43 Fleckenstein in loving memory of his parents, this scholarship is annually awarded to a student enrolled in the College's Math and Science program who is in high academic standing with financial need.

Ben Franklin Award of the Scranton Area Foundation: Administered by the Scranton Area Foundation and financially supported by the Ben Franklin Trust Fund, this annual scholarship is awarded to a student entering his or her second year who has demonstrated good academic achievement, good citizenship, and financial need.

Charles A. Frueauff Foundation Scholarship: A scholarship from the annual earnings of this fund, established by the Charles A. Frueauff Foundation, Inc., is awarded to worthy students who demonstrate a financial need.

Furthering the Promise Scholarship: Established by the 2003-2004 Student Senate Class Gift Committee on behalf of the Keystone College Class of 2004, as a means of assisting their peers in achieving a quality education, with hope that future classes will continue the tradition of giving back, this scholarship is annually awarded to a full-time, returning student with a minimum 2.8 grade point average who exhibits leadership qualities in more than one area and is renewable based on continued campus or community involvement and maintenance of 2.8 or above grade point average.

Stephen Gambal Scholarship: The annual earnings of this fund, established in 1974 by Keystone College trustee emeritus Sergius Gambal '47 in honor of his father, are awarded to a graduate of Old Forge High School or a resident of the community of Old Forge, Pa.

George Ginader Scholarship: Established by family and friends in honor of 1956 alumnus, George Ginader's 70th birthday, this scholarship is annually awarded to a student who demonstrates good academic standing and financial need.

Alfred J. Golo Scholarship: Established by friend of the College, Ethel M. Golo, in memory of her husband, this scholarship is annually awarded to a student who demonstrates good academic standing and financial need.

Paul Grego '39 Scholarship: Established in honor of Paul Grego '39 by his daughter, this scholarship is annually awarded to the sophomore student who received the scholarship created in memory of Mr. Grego's granddaughter, the Kimberly Rogers Scholarship, during his or her freshman year and remains in good academic standing and financial need.

John and Lucille Guzey Scholarship: The annual earnings of this fund, established by the late trustee emeritus John Guzey and his wife, are preferably awarded to members of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Scranton or other full-time Keystone students with financial need.

Eleanor Yevitz Haselhuhn '43 Scholarship: Established by alumna, Eleanor Yevitz Haselhuhn '43, this scholarship is annually awarded to a student majoring in Culinary Arts who is in good academic standing with financial need.

Elmer and Louise Hawk Scholarship: This scholarship, established by alumnus Elmer Hawk '48 and his wife, Louise, is awarded to children of employees of Gertrude Hawk Chocolates and Gertrude Hawk Chocolate Shops who demonstrate strong academic ability and meet the admissions and financial aid criteria of the College.

Sterling E. and Naomi Reynolds Hess Scholarship: Established by Reverend Lupe and Naomi Torrez in memory of her parents, the earnings of this fund are annually awarded to a resident of the Factoryville, Pa. area who is enrolled in either a philosophy, a foreign language, or a religious studies class.

Betsy Hibbard Leadership Recognition Award: The annual earnings of this fund, established by the fourth president of Keystone College in honor of his wife, are awarded to a second-year resident student with a distinguished record as a developing student leader during his or her first year.

Dr. Byron Sharpe Hollinshead Scholarship: This scholarship, established by the Hollinshead family in memory of Keystone College's first president, is awarded annually to a student in good academic standing and with financial need.

Frank and Jean Hubbard Scholarship: The annual earnings of this fund, established by Frank and Jean Hubbard of Moscow, Pa., are awarded to those graduates of North Pocono High School who are recommended by their principal and who demonstrate scholastic achievement, leadership, entrepreneurial abilities, and economic need.

Sophie K. & Edison A. Isherwood Memorial Scholarship: Established by alumna, Shirley Pinto '55, and her husband, Ed, in memory of her parents, the annual earnings of this scholarship are awarded to a student in good academic standing with financial need.

Curtis G. James '52 Scholarship: This scholarship was established by Curtis G. James '52, a former trustee of the College. It is annually awarded to a financially deserving student who demonstrates good academic standing and is enrolled in the business curriculum.

Kagler Family Endowment Scholarship: The annual earnings of this fund, established by trustee and alumnus, Robert L. Kagler '57 and his wife Mary Lu '59, are annually awarded to a commuter student who is in good academic standing and demonstrates financial need.

Kathryn Peck Knight Scholarship: Established through the bequest of Kathryn Peck Knight, this scholarship is awarded annually to students based on financial need and academic standing.

Andrew and Mary Kostige Family Endowed Scholarship in Early Childhood Education: Given by John V. Kostige, Keystone Junior College, Class of '47, in reverence, tribute and memory of the partnership of his nurturing parents, to a young man who ascribes to the furtherance of these attributes and ideals for freedom.

Lees Family Scholarship: Established by Keystone trustee and alumnus, William A. Lees '51 and his wife, Doris, in memory of Mr. Lees' parents, this scholarship is annually awarded to a graduate of Scranton or Dunmore High School who has satisfactory academic performance and demonstrated financial need.

Robert A. Linder Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship was established by Bertram N. Linder, Keystone College trustee emeritus, in memory of his son, Robert A. Linder. The scholarship is given annually to a student who is in good academic standing and is financially deserving.

James A. Linen, Jr., Memorial Scholarship: Established with funds received by Keystone College after the death of Mr. Linen, a long-time friend of Keystone, this scholarship is supported by Mr. Linen's family and awarded annually based on financial need and scholastic achievement.

Manchester Scholarship: Established through the bequest of Elizabeth M. Manchester in honor of her family's numerous strong ties to and fondness for Keystone College and the Factoryville, Pa. community, this scholarship is awarded annually.

Marquardt Family Scholarship:  Established through the generosity of the Richard C. Marquardt family, this scholarship is annually awarded to a student in good academic standing and financial need.

Jack L. Middleton Environmental Scholarship:  Established through the bequest of alumnus, former trustee, and Evergreen Society member, Jack L. Middleton '50, and supported by his family, annual earnings of this scholarship are awarded to a student in good academic standing with financial need, and enrolled in the College's four-year Professional Studies program in Water Resource Management.

Carl A. Miller Memorial Scholarship:  Established by alumna Willie Miller '57, in memory of her father, the annual earnings of this scholarship are awarded to a student majoring in Forestry/Resource Management with first preference made to a student of Native American descent and second preference to a student of African-American descent.

Harry K. and Dorothy S. Miller Loan: This fund, established by Keystone's third president in honor of his parents, assists international students at Keystone who plan to return to their native countries upon completion of their education.

Dr. Robert E. Mooney, Jr., Scholarship: This scholarship was established in honor of the seventh president of Keystone College through the generosity of trustees and friends of Keystone. This award is given to students in good academic standing who demonstrate financial need.

Morgart Family Scholarship: The annual earnings from this fund established by James A. Morgart '66, CPA/CFP and his wife, Rosemarie, as a means of giving back and recalling fond memories of Keystone, are awarded to a full-time, freshman student with a minimum GPA of 2.5, demonstrating financial need, and enrolled in the Accounting or Business curriculum. The scholarship is renewable for the sophomore year on the same criteria.

Jean Cavalieri Mori Culinary Scholarship Fund: Established by alumnus, Dr. Gino Mori '51, in honor of his wife, this scholarship is annually awarded to a second-year student enrolled in the Culinary Arts program who is in good academic standing with financial need.

Albert and Carol Mueller Scholarship at Keystone College: This annual scholarship, established by the generosity of Albert and Carol Mueller, is available to current employees of Northeastern Pennsylvania McDonald's Restaurants on the recommendation of the Mueller's, and who meet the admissions and financial aid criteria of Keystone College.

Arnie Patrick Award: The income from this fund, established through the bequest of Dr. Nicholas E. Patrick in memory of his wife, is awarded to first-year students who intend to enter the medical profession.

William G. Pearson Scholarship: The annual earnings of this fund, established by the bequests of Mr. and Mrs. Pearson, local friends of Keystone, are granted "to help defray the cost of attendance of worthy students at the College."

Pauline Peck Memorial Scholarship: The annual earnings of this fund, established by this late trustee's former students and sister, are awarded to "a bright, deserving girl from the Scranton area." 

Roy W. Piper Scholarship: Established through the bequest of friend of the College, Roy W. Piper, and administered by the Roy W. Piper Charitable Trust, this full scholarship offers tuition, room and board, books and supplies to qualified students with financial need, good citizenship and community involvement. Preference will be given to students in Wyoming, Lackawanna and Luzerne counties.

Frederick J. Platt, Jr., Scholarship: This memorial fund, established by the bequest of a longtime trustee of Keystone, Frederick J. Platt, Jr., of Dalton, Pa., is awarded annually to assist students in need of financial aid.

Paul J. Poinsard Scholarship: The annual earnings of this fund, established by the late Dr. Paul Poinsard in memory of his father, are awarded to students selected by the natural science faculty who achieve academic distinction in the natural sciences, with emphasis on the environmental sciences, and who demonstrate financial need.

Classes of 1948, 1949 & 1950, "Edward G. Prebor '49," Scholarship: This scholarship was created through contributions by members of Keystone College classes of 1948, 1949, and 1950 representing the first three graduating classes of the GI Bill. The criteria for awarding this scholarship is leadership and service with respect to the College and fellow classmates; scholastic achievement; and financial need, but not before the first two qualifications. It is awarded to a student having completed his or her sophomore year and continuing into his or her junior year at Keystone on course for a baccalaureate degree.

Elizabeth H. Rees Memorial Scholarship: Established by Keystone College alumna and trustee, Gail E. Rees '72, in memory of her mother, a longtime friend and employee of the College. The scholarship is annually awarded to a first-year international student enrolled in any major within one of the College's baccalaureate programs who is in good academic standing and demonstrates financial need.

Frank A. and Georgia J. Reynolds Scholarship: The earnings of this fund, established by Mrs. Chiquita R. Gregory '13, in memory of her parents, are awarded annually.

Ross Family Fund Scholarship: The annual earnings of this fund, established by Keystone College trustee emeritus Adrian Ross and his family, are awarded to a student who demonstrates financial need and is in good academic standing.

Fay Robins Roth Memorial Scholarship: Established by the Robins family in 1991, this scholarship honors the memory of Fay Robins Roth '49. The scholarship provides financial assistance to second-year students who demonstrate financial need and satisfactory academic performance during their first year.

Mildred Wrigley Ryder Scholarship: The annual earnings of this fund, established through a bequest in memory of Mildred Wrigley Ryder of Clarks Summit, Pa., are awarded to students who demonstrate "financial need, aptitude, good moral character, and self-discipline."

Walter L. Schautz, Sr., Scholarship: The annual earnings of this fund, established by the Schautz family in memory of the former Dunmore, Pa., industrialist, provide a scholarship to a deserving student.

Alex Schoenbaum Scholarship: Established through a grant from the Schoenbaum Family Foundation in memory of Alex Schoenbaum, founder of Shoney's Restaurants U.S.A., scholarships are awarded annually to culinary arts students.

Frederick J. Scott Memorial Scholarship: This memorial fund, established by the widow of this distinguished alumnus of the Keystone Academy Class of 1925, awards scholarship assistance for second-year students who have demonstrated above-average academic performance during their first year and who face significant difficulty in meeting the costs of attendance. Preference is given to graduates of Montrose High School.

Scranton Chapter of UNICO National Foundation Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded annually to deserving students who reside in Lackawanna County and is based on academic achievement and financial need.

Scranton Times-Tribune Scholarship: Established by the Lynett family, this scholarship is annually awarded to a full or part-time student in good academic standing, financial need and an employee, or child of an employee of The Scranton Times, The Tribune, The Citizens' Voice, or local radio station affiliates of Times-Shamrock Communications.  Candidates must self-identify as an applicant to Keystone College's Financial Assistance and Planning Office and obtain written employment verification on an annual basis through The Scranton Times-Tribune Personnel Office.

Joseph Sirotnak '66, Esq. Scholarship: Established through the bequest of Virginia Leo Sirotnak in memory of her husband, earnings from this scholarship fund are awarded to first-year, full-time students enrolled in the Professional Studies: Natural Sciences, with an emphasis in a General or Forensic Biology baccalaureate degree program. The scholarship is renewable based on students' continuing financial need, good academic standing, and full-time status. 

Lowell and Nora Swarts Scholarship: Established by alumni, William '47 and Jean '43 Fleckenstein, in loving memory of her parents, this scholarship is annually awarded to a student majoring in Early Childhood Education with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 and financial need.

Mike Thomas '56 Memorial Scholarship: Established by family, friends and classmates on the 50th anniversary of Mr. Thomas' graduation from Keystone Junior College, the annual earnings of this scholarship are awarded to a student in good academic standing with financial need.

Naomi H. Traub '48 Scholarship: Established by David Traub '48, in memory of his wife, this scholarship is annually awarded to a student from the Scranton, Pa. area who demonstrates good academic standing and financial need.

U.P.S. Foundation Fund Scholarship: Funded by the United Parcel Service Foundation and administered by the Association of Independent Colleges & Universities of Pennsylvania, an annual scholarship is awarded to a student in good academic standing and financial need.

Robert G. Urie '50 Scholarship in Math and Science: Established through a portion of the bequest of Robert G. Urie '50, this scholarship is annually awarded to a student majoring in one of the College's Math or Science programs who is in good academic standing and financial need. 

Lynn E. VanGorder Scholarship: The annual earnings of this fund, established through the bequest of this 1926 Keystone Academy graduate and resident of Hallstead, Pa., are granted to "worthy students."

Murray Weinberger Leadership Scholarship: Established by family and friends in memory of longtime friend of the College, Murray Weinberger, this scholarship is annually awarded to a student in good academic standing, financial need and demonstrated leadership ability.

Charles S. Weston Scholarship: The annual earnings from this fund, established by the late Charles S. Weston, Scranton, Pa. philanthropist, are granted to deserving students.

Dr. J. Norman White Memorial Scholarship: Established through the bequest of Dr. J. Norman White, a longtime trustee of Keystone College, this scholarship is annually awarded to a student who has satisfactory academic performance and demonstrated financial need.

John Woloschuk '47 Scholarship: Established through the bequest of Mr. Woloschuk, annual earnings of this scholarship are awarded to deserving students.

Jean and Frank Woodward & Helen Woodward Myers Scholarship in Biological Science: Established by alumni, William '47 and Jean '43 Fleckenstein, the annual earnings of this scholarship are awarded to a student enrolled in the Biological Science program who is in good academic standing with financial need.

Gene and Florian ZaBach Scholarship: Established through the bequest of Keystone College friends, Gene and Florian ZaBach, this scholarship is annually awarded to students enrolled in Keystone's Journalism or Communication majors. 

Additional Annual Scholarships

Margaret Addis Scholarship John and Pat Atkins Scholarship Sister Adrian Barrett, IHM, Leadership Award Behrmann Family Scholarship Sarah Beth Beynon Memorial Scholarship of the Scranton Area Foundation Barry L. Brauer '74 Memorial Scholarship Commuter Council Scholarship Tracy L. Compton '96 Award John and Elizabeth Drinko Scholarship Robert C. Fisher & Willard G. Seymour Scholarship Shirley M. Friden '51 Memorial Scholarship  Steven A. Heath Memorial Scholarship  Michelle Huff '99 Memorial Scholarship Inter-Hall Council Leadership Award Msgr. Andrew McGowan Cornerstone Scholarship PASR Scholarship Pennsylvania Governor's Conference for Women Scholarship

Pennsylvania Society of Public Accountants Scholarship John R. and Maureen Pesavento Scholarship of the Scranton Area Foundation Leo Pietrefase Memorial Scholarship in Culinary Arts Agostino Silvio Pillon Memorial Scholarship Pocahontas Foods Scholarship Project Leadership: A Scholarship William P. Rinaldi Memorial Scholarship Kimberly Rogers Scholarship Charles E. and Marion B. Savige Scholarship William Seamans '38 Leadership Award Katherine O'Dea Van Deusen Scholarship for the Arts Mark Vanko, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Thomas White Leadership Award Wachovia Foundation Scholarship for Sophomores Warren G. Yeisley '52 Memorial Scholarship Pete and Ann Zarko Award for Early Childhood Education

Also available is the "Friends of Keystone" award, comprised of the earnings from several funds, specifically Jeannie A. Hartley Memorial Fund, Samuel R. Lilly Memorial Fund, Scranton Central High School Class of 1910 Fund, and VanNort Memorial Fund.

Convocation Awards

• J. Harold Brislin Award
• T. Rose Cogswell Memorial Award
• Mollie Hanover Memorial Award
• Chester Merrick Memorial Award
• Rose Ann "Scotty" Neuroth Memorial Award

Contact

Questions or intentions to establish a Keystone College scholarship may be directed to Donna L. Clemens, Director of Donor Relations, (570) 945-8155.