Our Donors

Please note: These donor profiles are for informational use only. Scholarships are administered by UMass Amherst staff; please do not attempt to contact donors directly. If you receive a scholarship, you will be able to send the donor(s) a thank you letter through the AcademicWorks system. If you have any questions, please email acadworks@umass.edu.

Massachusetts Society for the University Education of Women

Massachusetts Society for the University Education of Women

Please address thank you notes to: Ms. Cirillo

Massachusetts Teachers Association

Massachusetts Teachers Association

The Meline Kasparian Endowed Scholarship Fund was created to honor Meline Kasparian. Kasparian was born in Methuen, Mass., and worked as a teacher in Springfield for 25 years. She was a community activist and labor leader and worked closely with the Black Repertory...

Mass Mutual

Mass Mutual

Please address thank you notes to: Mr. Duquette

Matthew Littlefield

Matthew Littlefield

The David and Linda Littlefield Scholarshp was established by Matthew Littlefield, a 1999 graduate of UMass Amherst to honor his parents. Mr. Littlefield studied abroad in Mexico as an undergraduate student, and directed his scholarship to support Commonwealth...

Melvin Howard

Melvin Howard

Melvin Howard is a 1957 economics graduate of UMass Amherst who was also a member of the University Honors Program. He served as the Chair of the Commonwealth Honors College Advisory Board for eighteen years. Mr. Howard has had an impressive 40-year career leading...

Members of the Class of 1941

Members of the Class of 1941

Members of the Class of 1941 created the Class of 1941 Humanitarian Award in 1991 during their 50th reunion. The award recognizes Commonwealth Honors College students who share the Class of 1941’s commitment to world peace and the furthering of human...

Members of the Class of 1952

Members of the Class of 1952

This fund was established by members of the Class of 1952.

Members of the Class of 1954

Members of the Class of 1954

This fund was established by the Class of 1954 as a 35th reunion gift. Please address thank you notes to: Mr. & Mrs. Craig

Members of the Class of 1957

Members of the Class of 1957

This fund was established by members of the Class of 1957. Please address thank you notes to: Ms. Moriarty

Members of the Class of 1958

Members of the Class of 1958

This fund was established by members of the Class of 1958. Please address thank you notes to: Members of the Class of 1958

Members of the Class of 1960

Members of the Class of 1960

This fund was established by members of the Class of 1960. Please address thank you notes to: Mr. Moriarty

Members of the Class of 1965

Members of the Class of 1965

This fund was established by the Class of 1965 in conjunction with their 50th reunion at UMass Amherst. Please address thank you notes to: Members of the Class of 1965

Members of the Class of 1965

Members of the Class of 1965

This fund was established by members of the Class of 1965. Please address thank you notes to: Mr. O’Sullivan

Members of the Class of 1968

Members of the Class of 1968

This fund was established by members of the Class of 1968. Please address thank you notes to: Dr. Allen J. Davis

Members of the Class of 1971

Members of the Class of 1971

This fund was estabalished by members of the Class of 1971. Please address thank you notes to: Members of the Class of 1971

Miss Marylin C. Haley

Miss Marylin C. Haley

Marylin Haley received her Bachelor of Science degree in Education from UMass Amherst in 1966. She had a public school teaching career, retiring from the Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School (MA). Haley subsequently worked in elder care services as an activities...

Mr. and Mrs. Dodge

Mr. and Mrs. Dodge

The University of Massachusetts Foundation created the Dodge Scholarship, designed to assist high-achieving students enrolled at the Amherst, Boston, Dartmouth, Lowell and Medical School campuses with demonstrated financial need. Please address thank you notes...

Mr. Brian L. Crowley, '78 and Mrs. Jane C. Crowley, '77

Mr. Brian L. Crowley, '78 and Mrs. Jane C. Crowley, '77

This scholarship fund was created by Brian L. Crowley, ‘78 and Jane C. Crowley, ’77. Mr. Crowley is the President of Food Service Sales at Ken’s Foods, Inc. Please address thank you notes to: Mr. & Mrs. Crowley

Mr. Cass Panciocco, '82

Mr. Cass Panciocco, '82

Cass G. Panciocco established this scholarship as a tributre to the life and legacy of his father, Gaspare G. Panciocco. Gaspare “Cass” G. Panciocco was a World War II combat veteran in the medical corps and a career Boston Fire Fighter. He was a hero to many...

Mr. David W.Briggs, '68

Mr. David W.Briggs, '68

David W. Briggs, a 1968 graduate of the University, created this scholarship to honor his mother, Jean S. Briggs. David received a bachelor of arts degree from the Department of Government now known as the Department of Political Science. While at the University,...

Mr. Donald Freer

Mr. Donald Freer

Donald Freer established this scholarship in honor of his wife, Margaret Murach. Margaret (Murach) Apkin-Freer was born in Adams, Massachusetts and was raised in North Adams. She attended Durry High School and graduated with high honors in the National Honor...

Mr. Edward G. Venti

Mr. Edward G. Venti

Edward G. Venti established the Venti Scholarships in memory of Maureen Tracy Venti. Maureen earned her B.A. in English from UMass Amherst in 1972 and later went on to serve as a member of the College of Humanities & Fine Arts Alumni Advisory Board and the College’s...

Mr. Frank R. O'Keefe, Jr., '51 and Mrs. Patricia F. O'Keefe

Mr. Frank R. O'Keefe, Jr., '51 and Mrs. Patricia F. O'Keefe

This fund was established by Frank R. O’Keefe, ‘51. Mr. O’Keefe retired in 1988 as Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Armtek Corporation (producer of automotive materials, components and systems), having assumed that position in 1986. Prior to that,...

Mr. Gregory S. Thomas, '91

Mr. Gregory S. Thomas, '91

This scholarship was established by UMass Foundation Board member, Gregory Thomas, ’91. Mr. Thomas earned his undergraduate degree from UMass Amherst and his MBA from Clark Atlanta University. He is an emerging innovations group manufacturing strategist at Corning...

Mr. James Bonsey

Mr. James Bonsey

Please address thank you notes to: Mr. James Bonsey

Mr. James G. Birmingham and Mrs. Carolyn Birmingham

Mr. James G. Birmingham and Mrs. Carolyn Birmingham

This scholarship was established by James G. and Carolyn Birmingham. Even though the Birminghams have had no direct connection with the university, they have a strong commitment to public education and felt that UMass Amherst, as the flagship campus of the...

Mr. James R. Marshall, '49

Mr. James R. Marshall, '49

This scholarship is named after the late James O’Neil and his wife the late Mary (Flynn) O’Neil, both of whom worked for Ludlow Manufacturing Associates during the early 1900s. The couple’s three daughters, Florence, Marion and Alice, all attended Ludlow Public...

Mr. John F. O'Connell, Jr., '70

Mr. John F. O'Connell, Jr., '70

John F. O’Connell, Jr. created this fund in honor of his parents, John F. and Margaret P. O’Connell. John O’Connell, his brother, first wife Catherine and daughter were all UMass Amherst students. John earned his BS in Chemistry from the College of Natural Sciences...

Mr. Joseph E. Casey, '80

Mr. Joseph E. Casey, '80

Joseph Casey is a graduate of UMass Amherst, College of Social and Behavioral Science Class of 1980. Please address thank you notes to: Mr. Casey

Mr. Marcus Camby

Mr. Marcus Camby

The Janice Camby Endowed Scholarship was established by Mr. Marcus Camby in honor of his mother, Janice Camby. Salutation for thank you letters: Ms. Janice Camby