Patterson, Margaret and Jeffrey Inclusive Excellence Honors Scholarship
The endowed Margaret and Jeffrey Patterson Inclusive Excellence Honors Scholarship was established in 2012. Jeffrey Patterson earned a master’s degree in polymer science at The University of Akron in 1987 and Margaret Patterson earned a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from the University of Dayton in 1984. They have both worked in the chemical industry in technical and managerial roles and have seen how important a college degree is in career development. Margaret was a first-generation college student and funded 100 percent of her education. This experience and their shared belief that many exceptional students need financial assistance to achieve their potential were the driving forces behind the scholarship. The Pattersons also support the Honors College commitment to providing an on-campus living experience.
Application is open to students entering their freshman year in the Honors College at The University of Akron. Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated financial need, who are also members of underrepresented groups (African-American, Hispanic, Native American, and also first-generation college students, veterans, and nontraditional students). Selection will be made by the dean of the Honors College (or appropriate designee). The Margaret and Jeffrey Patterson Inclusive Excellence Honors Scholarship shall provide tuition and fees (after federal and state grants are applied), as well as $5,000 for on-campus room and board expenses, for up to eight full-time semesters at The University of Akron, provided the recipient remains in good standing in the Honors College. Additional application guidelines are available through the Honors College.