SPE Akron Section Scholarships
The purpose of the SPE Akron Section Scholarship Program is to promote knowledge in polymer science, engineering, and technology. Started in 1983, it has awarded over $430,000 to area students. Preference is given to students enrolling in two- and four-year programs with a focus on plastics and polymers.
Scholarships up to $3000 per year will be awarded and can be used for tuition, books, laboratory fees, and other educational costs necessary to earn a certificate or associate or baccalaureate degree in preparation for a career in polymers.
Geographic boundaries for primary residency are:
Ohio counties of Mahoning, Stark, Columbiana, Carroll, Wayne, Holmes, Ashland, and Richland; those portions of Portage, Summit, and Medina Counties South of Route 303; that portion of Trumbull County east of Route 45 and south of Route 303.
SPE Akron Section Scholarship Program Information
2025 SPE Akron Section Scholarship Application - deadline TBD
2024 Award Recipients
Goodyear Scholarship
Pailey Vitale
The University of Akron
Newell / Rubbermaid Scholarship
Delora Grace Allen
The University of Akron
Jim Steiner Memorial Scholarship
Creed Patterson
The University of Akron
Kenneth L. Sharp Memorial Scholarship
Justin Stevens
The University of Akron
Robert Wegelin Legacy Scholarship
Cecilia Meese
Cleveland State University
Special Merit Scholarship
Denane Pollard, Jr.
University of Cincinnati