Selma R. Burns Scholarship

The Selma R. Burns Scholarship was established in 1986 on an endowed basis through the generosity of Melvin J. Burns (Montana State University) and Selma R. Burns (University of Pittsburgh), formerly of Akron and now residents of Lillian, Ala. Earnings are used to provide financial assistance for deserving undergraduates entering the sophomore year of study who have demonstrated above-average scholarship ability and are in financial need. First preference shall be given to qualifying black students who are residents of Summit County, with secondary choice being qualifying students from other minority groups in Summit County. Selection of the recipients is to be determined by the University Scholarship Committee in coordination with officials at the East Akron Community Center.