Support for endowed funds at UMB continues a tradition of bold leadership dedicated to ensuring an exceptional education for every student, while also securing the University’s long-term financial strength. We encourage you to watch these testimonials and discover the profound impact philanthropy has on the lives of our students.

Faces of UMB: Student Scholarship Recipients

Jamie Derkasch

School of Dentistry, DDS Class of 2027
Fusion Dental Group Scholar


Hannah DeGraw, JD

Francis King Carey School of Law, JD Class of 2026
Christine A. Edwards Scholar


Olivia Cong

School of Medicine, MD Class of 2027
Drs. Janet F. and William G. Brown Scholar


Erin Mellendick, BSN

School of Nursing, BSN Class of 2026
Andrea M. Perman Scholarship in Undergraduate Nursing Recipient


Reginald Briscoe, III, PharmD

School of Pharmacy, PharmD Class of 2026
Leonard and Gwynne L. Horwits Scholar


Angela Akes

School of Social Work, MSW Class of 2027
Sandra D. Hess Scholarship in Community Practice Recipient