Scholarships

Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship

The Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarships extend awards of $4,500 to two outstanding freshman applicants to the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor. The Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarships may consider economic need, (as determined by the Office of Financial Aid at the University of Michigan).

This award is named in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Zatkoff. Mr. Zatkoff is a member of the class of 1953 at the University of Michigan where he received a scholarship from the UM Club of Greater Detroit. While attending Michigan he was a member of the football team and after college he went on to a pro-football career with the Green Bay Packers and the Detroit Lions. Roger and Elaine were married in 1951, after professional football they established Zatkoff Seals and Packings distributorship.

Lloyd & Laurie Carr Scholarship

The Lloyd & Laurie Carr Scholarship extends an award of $4,500 to one outstanding freshman applicant to the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor. The Lloyd & Laurie Carr Scholarship does consider economic need,(as determined by the Office of Financial Aid at the University of Michigan).

This academic award was established in 2008 for students who wish to attend the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor. However, they require additional funds to proceed with their dream. President Mary Sue Coleman established a matching fund arrangement that was raised by the Greater Detroit Club members, which allowed the establishment of this scholarship.

This award is named in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Carr. Lloyd Carr served on the Michigan Football coaching staff for 28 years. He was head coach from 1995 to 2007. His teams won 75% of their games and 5 Big Ten Conference Championships along with 6 bowl titles. His 1997 Team won the National Championship, he was voted National Coach of the Year and Charles Woodson was awarded the Heisman Trophy. Coach Carr has received a number of additional national honors, including the Bobby Dodd award. In 2011 he was inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame and the National Football Hall of Fame. He and his wife Laurie have had a major impact in their support of the C.S. Mott Children's Hospital.

James H. LoPrete Scholarship

The James H. LoPrete Scholarship extends two awards of $4,500 to two outstanding freshman applicants to the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor.

This award is named in honor of Mr. LoPrete who received his BA from the School of Literature, Science and Arts in 1951. He then continued and obtained his Law Degree in 1953 and has practiced law as a partner in a major Detroit law firm. He has been active in the UM Club of Greater Detroit for over 50 years.

Harold duCharme Scholarship

The Harold duCharme Scholarship extends an award of $4,500 to an outstanding freshman applicant to the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor.

This award was established in the 1940's in honor of Mr. DuCharme who attended the School of Engineering from 1904-1908. He pursued a career in investments, but continued his engineering interests. He had a strong feeling for the University of Michigan throughout his life. He loved people, travel and the great outdoors.

Jerry & Anne Hanlon Scholarship

The Jerry & Anne Hanlon Scholarship extends an academic award of $4,500 to one outstanding freshman applicant to the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor. The Jerry & Anne Hanlon Scholarship does consider economic need,(as determined by the Office of Financial Aid at the University of Michigan).

This award was established in 2008 for students who wish to attend the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor. However, they require additional funds to proceed with their dream. President Mary Sue Coleman established a matching fund arrangement that was raised by the Greater Detroit Club members, which allowed the establishment of this scholarship.

This award is named in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Hanlon. Coach Jerry Hanlon is a graduate of Miami University (Ohio) where he played under Ara Parseghian. He went into coaching and eventually was a member of Bo Schembechler's staff at Miami. In 1969 he moved with Bo to Michigan. He became a nationally respected Offensive Line coach while developing 19 All-American linemen. In 1992 he retired from active coaching but has continued to be an important part of the Michigan football family. His annual letter "To the Team" the night before the Ohio State game is a part of Michigan Football tradition. Coach Hanlon has been very generous with his support of the University of Michigan Club of Detroit.

Frederick C Matthaei Scholarship

The Frederick C. Matthaei Scholarship extends $4,500 awards to three outstanding freshman applicants to the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor. The Frederick C. Matthaei Scholarship may consider economic need, (as determined by the Office of Financial Aid at the University of Michigan). 

This award is named in honor of Mr. Matthaei who was founder and chairman of American Metal Products Company which grew under his leadership into an international automotive parts-manufacturing company, headquartered in Detroit. He was a civic leader, an active and generous alumni leader, who served on the Board of Regents at the University from 1960 to 1967.

David J. Hallissey Memorial Scholarship

The David J. Hallissey Memorial Scholarship extends a $4,500 award each year to an outstanding freshman applicant who enroll at the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor.

David J. Hallissey received his B.A. from U of M in 1974 & three years later received his law degree. In 1976, while in Law School he was diagnosed with Hodgkin's disease, but completed his education to begin practicing Law. Family and friends select deserving U of M students to perpetuate, in one tangible way, David's achievements.

Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship

The Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship extends an academic award of $4,500 to two outstanding freshman applicants to the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor. The Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship may consider economic need, (as determined by the Office of Financial Aid at the University of Michigan).

This award is named in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Moeller. Gary Moeller is a graduate of Ohio State University, where he captained the 1962 Championship team. He was a member of Bo Schembechler's Miami staff that moved to Ann Arbor in 1969. In 1977 he became Head Coach at the University of Illinois. In 1980 he returned to Michigan. His son Andy served as captain of the 1986 team. In 1990 upon Bo's retirement, he was selected as Michigan's Head Football Coach. He coached Michigan for 5 seasons, winning 3 Big Ten Titles, 4 Bowl victories and in 1991 Desmond Howard received the Heisman Trophy. He moved into professional ranks and upon retirement he has returned to Ann Arbor and continues to contribute to Michigan football.

Larry Grajewski Scholarship

Jeanette Kitto Schumacher Scholarship

The Jeanette Schumacher Scholarship extends a $4,500 award each year to an outstanding freshman applicant who enrolls at the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor.  The Jeanette Schumacher Scholarship does consider economic need, (as determined by the Office of Financial Aid at the University of Michigan).  This scholarship is part of the Bicentennial Endowment which honors Trustees that have served more than 25 years on the Scholarship Corporation.

Chris Rossi Scholarship

The Chris Rossi Scholarship extends a $4,500 award each year to an outstanding freshman applicant who enrolls at the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor.  The Chris Rossi Scholarship does consider economic need, (as determined by the Office of Financial Aid at the University of Michigan).  This scholarship is part of the Bicentennial Endowment which honors Trustees that have served more than 25 years on the Scholarship Corporation.

Chris Rossi is a 1995 graduate from the University of Michigan's College of Literature Science and Arts, with a degree in political science.  He graduated from law school with honors in 1999 from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law.  He is currently a trial attorney and partner with the national law firm of Quintairos, Prieto, Wood and Boyer.  He has served the club in various roles since 2000.  He is a past president of the club, a former member of the Board of Governors and a longtime trustee of the scholarship corporation.  He dedicates the scholarship to his many mentors and friends with the University of Michigan Club of Greater Detroit.

Brien K. Wassman Memorial Scholarship

The Brien K. Wassman Memorial Scholarship extends a $4,500 award each year to an outstanding freshman applicant who enrolls at the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor.  The Brien K. Wassman Memorial Scholarship does consider economic need, (as determined by the Office of Financial Aid at the University of Michigan).  This scholarship is part of the President Endowment.

Brien K. Wassman graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering in 1976. He worked on campus at his alma mater in facilities management for many years. Following, Brien began his own construction and facilities company, O’Brien Construction Services. In 2016, Brien and his wife, Tina, started TNC Events, an event management company.

Brien was a two-time president of the UM Club of Greater Detroit. While an active member of the club, Brien chaired annual and special club events such as the Football Bust, Golf Outing, and The Great Debate.  Brien was a champion of maintaining the club’s and university’s great history and traditions, especially the Club’s awarding the M Ring annually to the football seniors.