The Dr. Lung-Ho Lin Memorial Scholarship in Economics

The Dr. Lung-Ho Lin Memorial Scholarship in Economics was established in 2001 to honor the life and career of Dr. Lung-Ho Lin. Dr. Lin held a B.A. and M.A. in public finance from National Cheng Chi University, Taiwan, as well as a master’s and Ph.D. in economics from The University of Notre Dame. Dr. Lin joined the faculty of The University of Akron as an assistant professor of economics and began teaching in 1978. In 1982, he was promoted to an associate professor. He retired in 1999. Dr. Lin conducted research in the areas of qualitative survey responses, rational expectations, and economic forecasts. He had numerous journal publications and published technical reports. Dr. Lin was a greatly admired professor throughout his career. He was regarded not only as an outstanding professional, but a mentor and friend.

The Dr. Lung-Ho Lin Memorial Scholarship in Economics is to be awarded to a student majoring in economics at The University of Akron. Recipients are to be chosen by the Economics Department in concert with the Department of Financial Aid.