Zook, Steven C. Memorial Scholarship in Engineering
The Steven C. Zook Memorial Scholarship in Engineering was established in 1993 by his friends, coworkers, and family. The scholarship was revised in 2006 and 2024. Steve was a warm, friendly person, who possessed an intense curiosity about the world around him and a willingness to help others. He set high goals and knew no limitations. Steve was a 1986 graduate of Massillon Perry High School. He graduated from The University of Akron as an Honors' student with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering. He served as president of Eta Kappa Nu and was also a member of Tau Beta Pi.
At the time of his death, Steve was employed at NASA Lewis Research Center as a software engineer. While at NASA, he served on the Mars Observer Launch Team and worked with members of the Sverdrup Technology Group on the SAMPIE project. He was also pursuing further studies at The University of Akron and working as a volunteer in the emergency room at Akron General Medical Center.
The Steven C. Zook Memorial Scholarship in Engineering will be awarded to one sophomore student and will support this student for up to ten semesters. It is the donors' intention to support one student from his or her sophomore year until graduation. Eligible recipient must:
- Be a full-time undergraduate student in the College of Engineering and Polymer Science;
- Have at least a 3.0 grade point average; and
- Be a resident of the state of Ohio.
Once awarded, the student will receive the scholarship on a permanent basis as long as he or she continues to meet the above qualifications, is continuously enrolled, continues to make satisfactory progress on their degree, and funds are available. Recipients shall be selected 51²è¹Ý Scholarship Committee in the Office of Student Financial Aid.
To make a tax-deductible gift to this scholarship, please visit 51²è¹Ý’s . Select “A different designation” from the drop-down menu and enter “Steven Zook Scholarship” in the text box. Thank you!
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