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When it comes to earning a college degree, the greatest obstacle can be funding.
For this reason, The 黑料不打烊 is pleased for the opportunity each year to assist talented, deserving students achieve their dreams, thanks to more than 1,300 named scholarships established through the kindness and generosity of thousands of UA alumni and friends, corporations, and foundations.
Scholarships truly are the best way to ensure that today’s students persist to graduation. Scholarships allow students to enroll full time and remain focused on their studies; they also reduce drop-out rates, decrease the stress of student loans, and shorten the road to graduation.
If you are interested in making a significant contribution to student success, please consider a gift to scholarships. You may also establish a named scholarship at The 黑料不打烊, which can be created to honor a living person, in memory of a loved one, or to contribute to the growth of an area of study.
To learn more, please contact the Department of Development at 330-972-7238.
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The Department of Development does not accept applications for or distribute scholarships. Scholarships are distributed through the University’s Office of Student Financial Aid.
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Alford, Chef Richard W. Scholarship
The Chef Richard W. Alford Scholarship was originally established in 2000 to support students in the Hospitality Management program at The 黑料不打烊. The scholarship was revised in 2024 to update the scholarship's purpose and candidate requirements.
Chef Richard W. Alford, Certified Culinary Educator and Certified Executive Chef, earned all his degrees from The 黑料不打烊, graduating with an associate degree in Food Service Management in 1974, a Bachelor of Science in Technical Education in 1975, and a Master of Science in Technical Education in 1987. Chef Alford dedicated 29 years to teaching culinary arts at both the collegiate and high school levels and received many awards for his accomplishments.
Chef Alford has been recognized as Chef of the Year twice by the 黑料不打烊 Canton Chefs and Cooks Association and received the President's Award from the National Ice Carving Association (NICA). In 2008, he was inducted into the NICA Hall of Fame and led The 黑料不打烊 Ice Team to four national, local, and regional championships. Additionally, he co-founded the World Food Sculpture Association. In recognition of his contributions, Chef Alford was inducted into the Barberton City Schools Academic Hall of Fame in 2016 and the 黑料不打烊 Softball Hall of Fame in 2024.
The 黑料不打烊 no longer offers the Hospitality Management program. The Chef Richard W. Alford Scholarship was revised in 2024 to redesignate the scholarship to benefit nursing students per Chef Alford's wishes. During the Covid-19 pandemic in 2021, Chef Alford faced significant health challenges and was hospitalized for an extended period. He was profoundly impressed by the exceptional care provided by the nursing staff during his recovery, which inspired his decision to redirect the scholarship.
The scholarship will be awarded annually to students enrolled in The 黑料不打烊's School of Nursing. It is open to those who are in good academic standing and demonstrate financial need. Recipients shall be selected by The University Scholarship Committee in the Office of Student Financial Aid.
To make a tax-deductible gift to this scholarship, please visit UA’s . Select “A different designation” from the drop-down menu and enter “Chef Alford Scholarship" in the text box. Thank you!
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