Talbert, Gerard John and Betty Jane Scholarship in Engineering
Originally established in 1998 by J. Michael Talbert, BSChE '70, chairman of the board of Transocean Inc., to honor the memory of his father, The Gerard John and Betty Jane Talbert Scholarship in Engineering was renamed in 2005 to also honor the memory of his mother.
The senior Mr. Talbert retired as a lieutenant of the city of Akron Police Department after 25 years of service. Mrs. Talbert loved people and had a way of making them feel better about themselves. They both believed that a good education, hard work, persistence, and a belief in yourself were the ingredients for success. Recipients of The Gerard John and Betty Jane Talbert Scholarship in Engineering shall exemplify these qualities. In addition, they shall be residents of Greater Akron, exhibit financial need, and maintain a GPA of 3.3 or greater.
In establishing The Gerard John and Betty Jane Talbert Scholarship in Engineering in tribute to his father and mother, Mike Talbert continues serving his alma mater to the benefit of students who follow in his footsteps. A 1990 College of Engineering Distinguished Alumni Award holder, Mike is an active participant on the College’s Advancement Council and has given generously of his time for the betterment of the College and the University.