Rockwern Scholarship

  • For
    • UC Bearcat Band members in appreciation of their service to the university and community
  • By
    • The Rockwern Charitable Foundation via the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati
  • Criteria
    • Determined annually by the Director of Bands
    • For the 2025-26 academic year:
      • Fall and Spring semester spirit band (Marching/Basketball/Pep) participation including volunteerism for pep band "gigs"
      • At least one Fall semester large non-spirit ensemble (Concert, Jazz) participation
      • At least one Spring semester large non-spirit ensemble (Concert, Jazz) participation
      • At least one Spring semester small non-spirit ensemble (duo, trio, quartet, quintet, etc. up to full choir) participation
      • Enrolled in the proper course(s)
      • Receive no less than an "A" in any ensemble
      • Active participant in assigned service group(s)
  • Selection Process
    • Students that meet the annual criteria for the academic year will receive a scholarship
    • Students that provide exceptional service in specialized capacities (ex. exceptional logistics assistance, performances in certain pep band "gigs," and others determined by the Director of Bands) may receive separate and/or additional compensation
  • Renewable
    • Yes, students can receive scholarships in successive years
  • Amount
    • Variable; based on annual endowment returns and number/type of award recipients