Alumni Association Endowed
Scholarship Established by the Alumni Association Board as a result of the numerous
donations received from alumni for this purpose. Award is available to a child
(natural-born and adopted), stepchild, grandchild, niece or nephew of an
alumnus or alumna of La Roche University who is either an incoming freshman or
current student. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Non-renewable award. |
Angela J. Longo ’89 Endowed
Scholarship Established by distinguished alumna and former trustee Angela J. Longo
’89 to help students achieve their higher education. Award is available to a
full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student from any major who is
an adult learner and either beginning or returning to complete his/her higher
education. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Renewable award. |
Campana Modern Languages Endowed
Scholarship Established by the late Dr. Louis F. Campana in memory of Sister Mathia
Pfeil and Sister Godfreda Pfeil to encourage the study of modern languages. Award
is available to a full-time student who has at least one year of language study
at La Roche University and plans to use modern language in his/her career.
Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Non-renewable award. |
Carol ’81 & Hugo Churchill
Endowed Scholarship Established by family in memory of Carol Churchill ’81. Award is available to a junior or senior who
is an adult learner and who has at least 60 credits and an interest in women’s
issues, rights or equality. 30 credits
must have been obtained at La Roche University.
Minimum 3.0 GPA required.
Non-renewable award. |
Christina Fragasso Endowed
Scholarship Established by former trustee Robert Fragasso in memory of his parents,
Christina and Alfonso Fragasso, whose hard work and belief in the value of
education were instrumental in his success as an entrepreneur and investment
advisor. Award is available to a full-time or part-time undergraduate student
from any major with great need and great potential. Minimum 3.0 GPA required.
Renewable award. |
Coach Scott Lang Endowed
Scholarship Established by family and friends in memory of Coach Lang and his 14
years as Head Coach of Men’s Basketball at La Roche University. Award is
available to a full-time undergraduate student from any of the following
majors: child & family studies, criminal justice, education, or English literature.
Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Renewable award. |
Cora Stehman Dwyer Scholarship Established by alumna Janice L. McCarthy ’02, MSW, LSW, in memory of
her mother Cora Stehman Dwyer, who was known for her compassionate, caring and
nurturing demeanor. Award is available to an adult learner pursing a degree in nursing
and has completed at least 30 credits at La Roche University. Minimum 3.0 GPA
required. Renewable award. |
Daniel W. Schneider Endowed
Scholarship Established by family and friends in memory of Daniel W. Schneider. Award
is available to a junior or senior who demonstrates curricular and
extracurricular involvement. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Renewable award. |
Daniel W. Schneider Endowed
Scholarship Established by family and friends in memory of Daniel W. Schneider. Award
is available to a student from any major who is a sportsman or sportswoman and
has an association with a building trades union. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Non-renewable award. |
Divine Providence Endowed
Scholarship Established by the Sisters of Divine Providence to help
under-represented students continue their education. Award is available to
full-time, under-represented students who have at least 24 credits at La Roche University.
Minimum 2.5 GPA required. Renewable award. |
Dr. A Kenneth & Doris
Hesselberg Endowed Scholarship Established by the Estate of Dr. A. Kenneth Hesselberg in memory of Dr.
A. Kenneth & Doris Hesselberg. Award is available to full-time
undergraduate students in any major who have outstanding academic merit. Minimum
3.5 GPA required. Renewable award. |
Dr. Edward & Donna Brett
Scholarship Established by Dr. Edward & Donna Brett to assist under-represented
students with academic promise and a commitment to succeed. Award is available
to an incoming freshman or current undergraduate student in any major. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Renewable award. |
Dr. MariJean Ferguson Endowed
Scholarship Established by family in memory of Dr. MariJean Ferguson who was a
former faculty member and Chair of the Sociology Department. Award is available
to a full-time sociology major with an interest in women’s issues, rights or
equality, and who is either beginning her/his higher education or returning to
higher education. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Non-renewable award. |
Founders Scholarship Established by the Sisters of Divine Providence to assist students from
any major who have academic merit and significant need. Awards are for full
tuition, less financial aid received.
Recipients are responsible for all other educational costs. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Renewable award. |
Frank & Josephine Zappala
Endowed Scholarship Established by the Estate of Josephine Zappala in memory of Frank &
Josephine Zappala who were advocates of Catholic higher education and whose family
members continue their tradition of generosity to and involvement with La Roche
University. Awards are available to domestic and international undergraduate
students from any major who can demonstrate participation in community service
and have an interest in international culture, society, language and customs.
Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Renewable
award. |
Frank & Stephanie Palivoda
Scholarship Established in memory of Frank & Stephanie Palivoda who were
advocates of a Catholic education. Award is available to an undergraduate
student from any major who has attended Catholic school in the past, has
completed his/her freshman year at La Roche University or is transferring to
the University, and has current or past involvement with community service. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Renewable award. |
George O. Lauth Scholarship Established by George and Sandra Lauth Mervosh ’91 SPHR in memory of her
father, George A. Lauth, who believed strongly in the benefits of higher
education. Award is available to a full-time incoming freshman with academic
merit and an interest in women’s issues, rights or equality. Minimum 3.25 GPA
required. Non-renewable award. |
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox
Church Endowed Scholarship Established by the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. Award is
available to a full-time undergraduate student or incoming freshman who has an
interest in international culture, society, language and customs. Incoming
freshmen must have a minimum 3.5 GPA, and full-time undergraduates must have a
minimum 3.0 GPA. Non-renewable award. |
Honorable William J. Coyne
Endowed Scholarship Established in memory of Congressman William J. Coyne who represented
Pittsburgh with distinction in the United States House of Representatives from
1982 to 2003. His successful career in public service, along with his previous
employment as a corporate accountant, formed the basis of his support for
higher education and opportunities for non-traditional students. Award is
available to a full-time or part-time undergraduate student from any major who
is either a first-generation student, or has an interest in international
culture, heritage, society and customs, or is a veteran of any of the Armed
Services of the U.S., or whose parents/legal guardians (living or deceased) are
members or veterans of the Armed Services of the U.S. or are active or retired
members of a governmental or law enforcement body, or is preparing for a career
in public service. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Renewable award. |
John Sorbara Endowed Scholarship Established by family in memory of John Sorbara who was a La Roche
University student and a member of the baseball team. Award is available to a
full-time undergraduate student who has completed at least 30 credits at La
Roche University and majoring in exercise and sports science, athletic training
or health sciences. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Renewable award. |
Joseph E. Homer ’98 Nurse
Anesthetist Endowed Scholarship Established by family and friends in memory of Joseph E. Homer ’98 who
was a second-year nurse anesthetist student at La Roche University. Award is available
to a nurse anesthetist student who will be a second-year student at the time of
the award. Minimum 3.5 GPA required. Non-renewable award. |
Judge Timothy F. & Rhea Ryan
Endowed Scholarship Established by the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas C. Ryan in memory of his
parents, The Honorable Timothy F. & Rhea Ryan. Award is available to a
full-time undergraduate student majoring in management, has completed 30 or
more credits at La Roche University and demonstrates community involvement.
Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Non-renewable award. |
Kathryn A. Jolley ’81 &
Gregory P. Madej Endowed Scholarship Established by distinguished alumna, former trustee and former Chair of
the Board of Trustees, Kathryn A. Jolley ’81, and her husband Gregory P. Madej.
Award is available to a full-time or part-time undergraduate student with
financial need, majoring in interior design and has completed the conclusive
design review. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Renewable award. |
Kris Rosenberg Endowed
Scholarship Established by family in memory of Kris Rosenberg who was a former
adjunct faculty member in the Department of Psychology. Award is available to
adult learners who are beginning their higher education and will maintain at
least nine credits each semester, or who are returning to higher education
after an absence, have at least 15 credits and will maintain a schedule of at
least nine credits each semester. Minimum 3.25 GPA required. Non-renewable
award. |
Manley Scholarship Established by distinguished alumna and trustee Rose Marie Manley ’90
and her husband, Jack Manley, who believe in the economic and social value of
higher education. Award is available to a full-time or part-time junior or
senior who is an accounting major. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Renewable award. |
Pacem In Terris Scholarship The scholarship is available to full-time undergraduate students who
have personal experience with conflict, post-conflict or developing nations.
Applicants must have complied with all U.S. immigration regulations and
completed secondary studies and government examinations for entrance into a
U.S. university. Applicants must perform community service activities while
enrolled and commit to return to their homeland at some point after graduation
and work to improve conditions there. Minimum 2.5 GPA required. Renewable
award. |
Rebecca Bartoldi Endowed
Scholarship Established by family and friends in memory of Rebecca Bartoldi who
pioneered the Occupational Therapy program at La Roche University and had a
passion for the field of health sciences. Award is available to a full-time
student in a health-related major and in his/her last year of study at La Roche
before transitioning to a cooperative program or in his/her final year before
graduating from La Roche. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Non-renewable award. |
Robert B. Anticole Endowed
Scholarship Established by family in memory of Robert B. Anticole who believed in
the importance of higher education. Award is available to a full-time junior or
senior majoring in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems or
Information Technology. Minimum 3.65 GPA required. Non-renewable award. |
Sister Lisa Paffrath Scholarship Established by Catherine and former trustee, Don Canterna, in honor of
Mrs. Canterna’s sister, Sister Lisa Paffrath, CDP. Award is available to
full-time undergraduate students from any major who have completed at least 30
credits at La Roche University, are from an international or disadvantaged
background, participated in Providence Institute and have a spirit of service.
Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Renewable award. |
Sister Mary Joan Coultas &
Sister Mary Thomas Kadyszewski Endowed Scholarship Established by distinguished alumnus and trustee, Mike Mlinac ’77, to
show his heartfelt appreciation and respect for both Sisters who were his most
influential instructors, mentors and role models during his education at La
Roche. Award is available to a full-time or part-time undergraduate student
majoring in either math, business or accounting. Minimum 3.0 GPA required.
Renewable award. |
Sister Mary Thomas Kadyszewski
Endowed Scholarship Established in memory of Sister Mary Thomas Kadyszewski and in tribute
to her 22 years of service as a faculty member at La Roche University. Award is
available to an incoming freshman or transfer student who demonstrates church
and community service activities. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Non-renewable
award. |
Stanley Michalek Endowed
Scholarship Established by family in memory of Stanley Michalek. Award is available
to a full-time undergraduate student majoring in Management or Accounting with
90 or more credits. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Non-renewable award. |
Tem Tipton Endowed Scholarship Established by family in memory of Tem Tipton as a tribute to her
professional achievements as a reference librarian and teacher and in honor of
her community service. Award is available to a full-time undergraduate student
who has completed his/her freshman year, is majoring in either education or
English and has current or past community service activities. Minimum 3.0 GPA
required. Renewable award. |
Walter & Dolores Bold
Endowed Scholarship Established by the Estate of Dolores Bold in memory of Walter &
Dolores Bold who were well known for their generous support of education and
the arts in the Pittsburgh area. Award
is available to sophomores, juniors and seniors from any major. Minimum 3.0 GPA
required. Renewable award. |
William Sherman Feeny Endowed
Scholarship Established in memory of William Sherman Feeny by his sister, Anne
Louise Feeny. Award is available to a senior from any major with academic
motivation. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Non-renewable award. |
Zaffuto Family Endowed
Scholarship Established by distinguished alumnus George T. Zaffuto ’85 in memory of
his parents Gerlando “George” and Ignatias “Betty” Zaffuto. Award is available
to a full-time or part-time graduate student in the Human Resources Management
program. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Non-renewable award. |