[Association for Iron and Steel Technology Foundation](https://www.aist.org/foundation)

April 30, 2026

$2,000 per year for up to four years (total up to $8,000 per recipient); up to one award annually

Four-year scholarship for engineering or metallurgy students in Northeastern Ohio, supporting academic and career development in the steel industry.

--- ## Description The Alfred B. Glossbrenner Scholarship, offered by the AIST Northeastern Ohio Member Chapter, provides four years of financial support to students pursuing degrees in engineering or metallurgy. Established to honor Alfred B. Glossbrenner, the founding chairman of the AISE Canton District Section, this scholarship aims to encourage and reward academic achievement and commitment to careers in the iron and steel industry within the Northeastern Ohio region. The program is part of the AIST Foundation's broader initiative to support workforce development in the steel sector through regional chapter-based scholarships. --- ## Due Dates - April 30, 2026: Application deadline (return application and attachments to AIST Northeastern Ohio Member Chapter Scholarships by this date) --- ## Funding Amount - $2,000 per year, renewable for up to four years (total maximum: $8,000 per recipient) - Typically one award is made annually --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be: - The child (natural, stepchild, adopted, or ward) of a U.S. citizen or landed immigrant who is a member of the Association for Iron & Steel Technology (AIST), in good standing and paid for the past two years, **or** - A Student Member of AIST through the Material Advantage Student Program who attends or lives in the Northeastern Ohio Member Chapter area. - Must be accepted into a full-time course of study in engineering or metallurgy at an accredited North American university or college. - High school seniors are preferred, but undergraduate students may also be considered. - Must maintain a GPA of 2.5 or greater in a technical major to remain eligible for renewal. - Applicants are only eligible to win one Northeastern Ohio Member Chapter scholarship. --- ## Application Process - Complete the [scholarship application form](https://www.aist.org/students-faculty/scholarships/member-chapter-scholarships/northeastern-ohio/application). - Submit the following required documents: - Current resume, including work experience and extracurricular activities (noting any leadership roles) - Brief essay (1–2 pages) on one of the provided topics (e.g., purpose in going to college, significant experiences, future plans, etc.) - Recommendation or evaluation from a counselor, teacher, or professor - Copy of current high school or college transcripts - Return the application and all attachments by April 30, 2026, to: **AIST Northeastern Ohio Member Chapter Scholarships** C/o Jaime Hart, Scholarship Chair Rudolph Libbe Group 4937 Mills Industrial Parkway North Ridgeville, OH 44039 Phone: 216.217.2499 Email: [Jaime.Hart@RLGbuilds.com](mailto:Jaime.Hart@RLGbuilds.com) --- ## Additional Information - Scholarship funds are paid directly to the college or university for the recipient's account. - Awards are based primarily on academic achievement, extracurricular activities, and the submitted essay. - Financial need is not considered. - Scholarships are renewable for up to three additional years, pending maintenance of eligibility criteria. - If studies are delayed or interrupted, the chapter secretary must be notified immediately; this may result in forfeiture. --- ## External Links - [Northeastern Ohio Member Chapter Scholarships – Program Page](https://www.aist.org/students-faculty/scholarships/member-chapter-scholarships/northeastern-ohio) - [AIST Member Chapter Scholarships Overview](https://www.aist.org/students-faculty/scholarships/member-chapter-scholarships) - [AIST Foundation – About](https://www.aist.org/foundation/about-the-foundation) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | |--------------|----------------------------|-----------------------------------------|---------------| | Jaime Hart | Scholarship Chair | [Jaime.Hart@RLGbuilds.com](mailto:Jaime.Hart@RLGbuilds.com) | 216.217.2499 | | AIST Foundation | General Contact | [Contact Form](https://www.aist.org/foundation/about-aist/contact-us) | +1.724.814.3000 | ---

Alfred B. Glossbrenner Scholarships – Northeastern Ohio Member Chapter

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