Dougherty, James A. Endowed Scholarship in Construction Technology
The James A. Dougherty Endowed Scholarship in Construction Technology was established in memory of James A. Dougherty in 2002 by his colleagues and friends in the construction industry. Dougherty was an Akron native and a lifelong area resident who had a long and distinguished career as a labor negotiator. He served as director of the Labor Relations Division of the Akron Builder’s Exchange for more than 30 years. He was known and respected for his fairness and honesty by both labor and management. Dougherty was active in his community and was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.
The associations establishing this scholarship are: AGC of Ohio, Akron Division; Labor Relations Division of Akron; Mechanical Contractors Association of Akron; and the Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors of Akron-Canton-Mansfield.
The James A. Dougherty Endowed Scholarship is intended to attract students of high quality to study in The University of Akron's Construction Technology Program. Candidates must intend on a career in construction and be enrolled in at least the second year of a two- or four-year construction degree program at The University of Akron. They must complete a financial aid form, a personal essay, and participate in a personal interview. One recipient will be chosen in June of each year for the following September.
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