Maxey, Walter E. Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Walter E. Maxey Memorial Scholarship was established in 2007 by Dr. Maxey’s mother, Gertrude Maxey. Dr. Maxey attended The University of Akron and graduated in 1967 with a B.S. in mathematics. He went on to Purdue University, where he earned both his master’s and doctorate. He was a college professor for more than 25 years who taught math, computer science, and electrical engineering courses at Merrimack, Amherst, and Marietta colleges.
Funds will benefit students who have graduated from one of the Akron Public Schools who are attending The University of Akron. Recipients are to be selected from full-time students in The College of Arts and Sciences who are pursuing a degree in mathematics or computer science. It is the donor's intention that the scholarship will help attract quality students eager to use their skills in teaching, research, or business.
Should no candidates surface in the math or science area, consideration may be given to any outstanding student from the Akron Public School System as selected by the Office of Financial Aid, which will be responsible for awarding this scholarship.