2003-2004 - The University of Scranton

The Martha Fitch Scholarship: In 1955 a
bequest was made to the University by Miss
Martha Fitch, a retired nurse and former superintendent
of Thompson Hospital, Scranton.
Income is used to provide scholarships for needy
and deserving students.
The Rev. John J. Fitzpatrick, S.J., Scholarship:
This scholarship honors the Rev. John J. Fitzpatrick,
S.J., who, prior to his death in 1987,
served The University of Scranton for 22 years
in various roles including dean of men, Jesuit
minister, student counselor and University chaplain.
The scholarship helps students of academic
excellence who have demonstrated financial need.
Preference is given to students from Northeastern
Pennsylvania who are enrolled in Dexter
Hanley College. The scholarship was established
through the generosity of Midori Y. Rynn,
Ph.D., professor of Sociology/Criminal Justice.
The Fitzsimmons Family Scholarship: Mr. and
Mrs. Edward Fitzsimmons of Gladwyne, Pennsylvania
established this scholarship in 1996. It
is intended to benefit qualified freshmen from
northeast Pennsylvania with demonstrated need.
The Fleet Pennsylvania Services Scholarship:
Sons and daughters of Fleet Pennsylvania Services
employees are eligible for this scholarship.
The University’s financial aid office selects students
on the basis of financial need.
The James H. Foy, M.D., Memorial Scholarship:
Established in 1987 by Dr. and Mrs. Joseph J.
Rupp to honor Dr. Foy, whose encouragement
and support helped Dr. Rupp in his education,
the scholarship is given to premedical students
who also demonstrate proficiency in the
humanities.
The James M. Franey Scholarship: This scholarship,
started from a bequest from the estate of
Mr. James M. Franey, benefits students from
Northeastern Pennsylvania.
The Sara G. Friel Memorial Scholarship: Before
her death in 1982, Sara G. Friel, aunt of then–
University president, Rev. William J. Byron, S.J.,
directed that part of her estate be used to assist
deserving and financially needy students each
year.
The Joseph P. Gallagher Memorial Scholarship:
The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce
created this scholarship in 1995 to honor the
memory of Mr. Gallagher, who was employed by
the Chamber for 15 years. The scholarship is
given annually to a senior who is the son or
daughter of an employee of any current member
of the Chamber.
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The Morris and Mae Gelb Scholarship: Established
in 1989 through gifts from the Gelbs and
members of their family and friends, this scholarship
benefits deserving and needy students of all
faiths attending the University.
The Rev. Joseph G. Gilbride, S.T.D., Memorial
Scholarship: This scholarship is for residents of
Peckville (Blakely Borough), Carbondale,
Throop, Nanticoke, and the Parsons Section of
Wilkes-Barre and Plymouth, all of Northeastern
Pennsylvania. It was established by Fr. Joseph G.
Gilbride, prior to his death, to provide assistance
to needy and worthy students.
The Dr. and Mrs. John Giunta Scholarship:
Professor Giunta created this scholarship out of
his loyalty to The University of Scranton and his
appreciation for the fine education his own children
received here. The scholarship is given to
students pursuing degrees in economics.
The Peter S. Graybar Memorial Scholarship:
Created to honor Peter S. Graybar, a beloved
friend and active member of The University of
Scranton’s Class of 1993, this scholarship provides
assistance to a junior who has demonstrated
active involvement in extracurricular
activities.
The Edward T. Groncki Scholarship: Established
to honor the memory of a University of Scranton
alumnus, this scholarship is for deserving
young men and women who live in Lackawanna
County.
The Irving and Edythe Grossman Scholarship:
This scholarship was created out of the generosity
of Irving and Edythe Grossman and is a
memorial in their honor. Eligible students must
demonstrate academic achievement and participation
in community service.
The Judge Frederick W. Gunster Scholarship:
The estate of Joseph F. Gunster ’17 provided
funds for this merit scholarship to honor the
memory of Joseph’s father.
The Margaret Gunster Scholarship: Joseph F.
Gunster’s mother is remembered through a
scholarship designed to assist students from lowincome
families.
The Ruth Gunster Memorial Scholarship: In
1971, Joseph F. Gunster ’17 established this
scholarship in loving memory of his wife. The
scholarship, which was increased by a bequest in
1980, benefits students from Northeastern
Pennsylvania.