Patrick S. and Nancy Steinkerchner Roberts Endowed Business Scholarship

The Patrick S. and Nancy Steinkerchner Roberts Endowed Business Scholarship was established in 1998 as a demonstration of Patrick and Nancy Roberts appreciation for their alma mater and the fine education they received. Pat and Nancy have had a long, involved history with The University of Akron. Pat received his BSBA in marketing in 1988 and his master’s in public administration in 1996. He was active in The Accounting Association, Pi Sigma Epsilon, and Student Toastmasters. Pat joined the University’s Department of Development in 1993 and is currently the executive director of the Alumni Association. Nancy has received three degrees from The University of Akron with a BSIM in 1984, MBA (Marketing) in 1986, and a J.D. in 1992. Nancy was involved in Omicron Delta Kappa, Delta Sigma Pi, Rho Lambda, women’s basketball, and senior class board. She has remained active with Delta Gamma and is a member of The National Alumni Association Board of Directors. Nancy is legal counsel and director of information systems for her family-owned business, American Pro-Mold. This endowed scholarship provides an annual award renewable to a worthy business student enrolled at The University of Akron. First preference will be given to students demonstrating financial need with a GPA of at least 2.5. The scholarship recipient must be actively involved in student organizations and demonstrate leadership skills. Selection will be made by the College of Business in conjunction with Pat and Nancy Roberts.