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LaVearn Violet Gomez Scholarship


This scholarship was established in 2021 by the Slanina Family of Youngstown, Ohio. LaVearn Violet Gomez was a lifelong educator and lover of history. She was a 1971 graduate of Youngstown State University and was active with the Newman Center where she met many of her lifelong friends. Proud of her Croatian heritage, she was a member of the local Croatian Lodge and played in the Tamburitzan group. To be eligible for this scholarship, student must be enrolled in a Teacher Education Program. They must be a graduate of a public or private high school in the city of Youngstown, Ohio, and can be attending YSU full-time or part-time. This scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate students.

College: BCLASSE - Education
YSU Foundation Scholarship: Yes
FAFSA required: No
Scholarship Amount: Varies
Awards Available: Varies
Deadline Date: February 1
Renewable: Through the application and selection process

Contact Information: Department of Teacher Education, Scholarship Committee, teachered@ysu.edu



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