Dr. Dennis Sullivan, II Scholarship

The Dr. Dennis Sullivan, II Scholarship was established by Dennis and Linda Sullivan in honor of their son, Dr. Dennis Sullivan, II. Dr. Sullivan studied percussion under University of Akron Professor Dr. Larry Snider while a student in high school. He earned his bachelor’s degree of music in percussion from the University of Hartford, and a master’s and doctorate in music from SUNY (State University of New York) Stony Brook. Dennis currently is a freelance musician, composer and educator in New York City.

Established in November 2019 in acknowledgement of The University of Akron’s 150th Sesquicentennial anniversary, The Dr. Dennis Sullivan, II Scholarship will support students pursuing degrees in music at the University.

The Dr. Dennis Sullivan, II Scholarship is open to students enrolled in The University of Akron School of Music. First consideration shall be given to students in percussion. Scholarship assistance may be applied to the cost of tuition and general fee expenses. Student selection will be determined by the University Scholarship Committee.