Professor Emeritus John Edward Lillich Endowed Scholarship Program Grant

The Professor Emeritus John Edward Lillich Endowed Scholarship Program, funded by the United Negro College Fund, aims to provide need-based scholarships to students majoring in engineering at HBCUs, with a preference for those attending North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NCAT). This scholarship honors John Edward Lillich, a WWII veteran and advocate for women in engineering, supporting students in their pursuit of education and leadership roles.

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Professor Emeritus John Edward Lillich Endowed Scholarship Program
The Professor Emeritus John Edward Lillich Scholarship will provide a need-based scholarship to students majoring in an Engineering field. This scholarship is for students at any HBCU, with Preference given to those at NCAT.
John Edward Lillich was a World War II soldier and a POW survivor. After returning from the war, Lillich spent many years living in various cities across the United States, working as an engineer. Known to many as “Jack,” Lillich later chose to return to school to pursue a master’s degree, firmly believing that continued education is one of the best choices a person can make.
Upon becoming a professor at Purdue University, Lillich recognized the underrepresentation of women in engineering and actively worked to recruit and support them in the field. Today, David Heath Lillich is continuing these efforts through the Professor Emeritus John Edward Lillich Scholarship, which aims to ensure that women are well represented in engineering programs. This scholarship honors Lillich’s legacy by supporting a talented, dedicated, and driven student on their path to becoming a transformative leader through education.

Eligibility

Possess a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (“FAFSA”) form.Have a demonstrated, unmet financial need as verified by their college or university.
Be a student pursuing a degree in any engineering discipline at an accredited, four-year, historically Black College or University.Residency Status: U.S. national or permanent resident