The Dr. Robert Deitchman Memorial Scholarship Fund

The Dr. Robert Deitchman Memorial Scholarship Fund was created through the generosity of the family and friends of Dr. Robert Deitchman. Dr. Deitchman, a former University of Akron professor in the School of Social Work, was committed to justice, equality, and community activism. To honor a lifetime of social involvement, The Dr. Robert Deitchman Memorial Scholarship Fund will be made available to African-American students pursuing a career in social work. The scholarship recipients must be entering their senior year and have a minimum GPA of 3.0 in all social work classes. Additionally, the scholarships will be equally distributed to a female and male student; if a male student is not selected, the scholarships will be awarded to two female students; and if this arrangement is not possible, no scholarships will be awarded until either the first or second criteria are met. Any change in the distribution of funds will be determined by Mrs. Deitchman. The recipients of The Dr. Robert Deitchman Memorial Scholarship Fund will be determined by Mrs. Deitchman or her appointed representative, along with the chair of the School of Social Work and the special assistant to the president of the Office of Campus Diversity.