The Donald Taylor Scholarship
DESCRIPTION
The Donald Taylor Scholarship was originally established in February 2015 with a gift made by
Â鶹ֱ²¥ of Akron Developmental Programs faculty in honor of Donald Taylors's legacy
and pride in his alma mater (Â鶹ֱ²¥). The scholarship was revised in 2024 to update the candidate
requirements and selection process of the scholarship.
Mr. Taylor joined the University in 1987 and held several part-time teaching titles before
becoming a full-time college lecturer in 2001 in the Department of Developmental Programs. In
2003, he received special recognition from the Office of Accessibility, determined by student
recommendation, for his affirmation and support of students with disabilities in the classroom.
In 2004, Mr. Taylor also was honored with the Diversity Award by the Office of Multicultural
Development for his contributions to an improved campus climate. He retired in 2011, but he
continued as a part-time senior college lecturer and tutor in both Developmental Programs and
the Division of Student Success.
Mr. Taylor's career-long commitment to education reflects his dedication to student success on
a personal and academic level. The establishment of The Donald Taylor Scholarship is a fitting
tribute to his commitment to student achievement.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS AND SELECTION
To qualify for The Donald Taylor Scholarship, potential recipients must satisfy one of two
specified sets of criteria.
First preference shall be given to students who have completed what is currently known as a
developmental course, which is a non-credit preparatory course. The student must maintain
good academic standing both overall and specifically in their developmental course(s). In
addition, the applicant must furnish a letter of recommendation from staff in Â鶹ֱ²¥'s Adult Focus,
a Developmental Program instructor, or any office at Â鶹ֱ²¥ of Akron that provides
service to adult students. Alternatively, the student may be nominated by one of these groups.
If no student qualifies based on the above criteria, then a first-generation college student who
is in good academic standing or a student with a documented disability who is in good
academic standing may be considered for the scholarship.
Please contact Financial Aid for Application
Good luck to all
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