The Mark and Maureen Davitt Endowed Scholarship established at RIT

Rochester Institute of Technology has announced the establishment of the Mark and Maureen Davitt Endowed Scholarship, which will provide financial support to RIT students pursuing studies in STEM disciplines—particularly those who graduated from private elementary schools in the city of Rochester, N.Y.

The $1 million scholarship underscores the Davitts’ commitment to facilitating access to higher education for students facing financial barriers as well as those with alternative learning needs.

The couple has a long-standing dedication to supporting education in the Rochester community, including the Mark and Maureen Davitt Graduate Education Endowed Scholarship and through their contributions to Nativity Preparatory Academy and Hope Hall School in Rochester.

“Education is a powerful tool for empowering individuals and transforming communities,” Mark Davitt said. “Through this scholarship, Maureen and I hope to provide opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds to pursue their academic and professional goals in STEM fields.”

Phil Castleberry, vice president for University Advancement at RIT, said, “Mark and Maureen’s generous contribution will make a significant difference in the lives of RIT students.”

“Their commitment to supporting education aligns with RIT’s mission of fostering innovation and academic excellence,” Castleberry said. “We are deeply grateful for their partnership and generosity.”

The Mark and Maureen Davitt Endowed Scholarship reflects the Davitts’ belief in the transformative power of education and their dedication to providing opportunities for students to thrive in STEM fields.

Mark Davitt, founder and former CEO of ConServe, was named the 2021 recipient of the Herbert W. Vanden Brul Entrepreneurial Award, presented by Saunders College of Business at RIT.

The award, created in 1984, is annually given to a successful individual or individuals who developed a business that improved the Rochester economy or whose innovative management skills have changed the course of an existing business.

To learn more about the impacts of scholarships at RIT, go to this website.