About The Chafitz Family
Drs. Evan and Jill Chafitz are great Terp parents, with son Tyler graduating in 2017 - and their daughter Alison graduating in 2020. As medical professionals, Evan and Jill understand the financial strain on enrolled undergraduate students with unmet financial need, especially those who wish to attend medical or dental school upon graduating from Maryland. As a family the Chafitzes have decided to support our students by creating the Chafitz Family Endowed Scholarship, to help undergraduate students with unmet financial need, thereby leaving a long-term legacy gift that will benefit generations of Terps to come.
About The Fund
The Chafitz family Scholarship will provide need-based scholarships for undergraduate students who have completed at least 24 credit hours. Preference will go to current students in the Pre-Health programs, including Pre-Dental students that are in good academic standing. Additional preference will be given to students that may be unable to continue in their education due to extenuating financial circumstances.
Meet Our Scholars
Jared Klemm is a junior pre-PA student at the University of Maryland, College Park, from Cumberland, MD. He is currently pursuing a dual-degree in Chemistry, and Cell Biology & Genetics. After graduation in May 2021, he plans on either attending Physician's Assistant school to become a Physician's Assistant, or pursuing research via an MD/PhD focused on Organic/Medicinal Chemistry. In his spare time, he enjoys traveling, hiking, and watching Law and Order: SVU. On campus, he works part-time as a Head Lifeguard at the Eppley Recreation Center, and teaches job trainings and classes as an American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor.
Jared Klemm (2019-2021 Scholar)
Past Scholars
Hunter Jones (2018-2020) Scholar
My name is Hunter Jones and I am entering my junior year at the University of Maryland. I am studying Biology and I have a passion for helping others. In my future I can see myself combining science, art, and creativity to help come up with solutions to our world's biggest problems. I'm from Silver Spring, Maryland which I believe has given me such a unique perspective on life. I've grown up in an environment where there is a beautiful blend of people, cultures, and passions surrounding me. Silver Spring is a place that has become so important to my growth. This melting pot is the perfect place for me because I've got a mix of interesting ideas waiting to be executed. I would say that I'm a jack of all trades, always seeking to expand my knowledge and try something new. I have a natural burning sense of creativity. This has fostered a very artistic side of my personality. I love to draw, paint, write, make music, whatever I can get my hands on to express my buzzing thoughts. I would say that my art has allowed me to be a more critical thinker in my STEM courses. I think outside the box and approach problems in ways that go against the grain. Even when I can't figure out problems on my own, I'm excited to learn more and find out what wrong steps I took. With every mistake I make, a lesson is learned and I grow a little more from the experience. I never look back on the past with regrets; rather I laugh and remember to try not to make the same errors. If I do, I remember that I always have friends and family to help me back up and add wisdom to my growing collection. I follow my heart and hope that all my gathered knowledge helps to guide me in the right direction at the University of Maryland.
Taylor Mann (2017 Scholar)
Taylor Mann is a senior Public Health Science student from Ellicott City, Maryland. After graduating from the University of Maryland this December, she plans to attend nursing school and pursue a career in healthcare.
Mayuri Patel (2016-2017) Scholar
How to Apply
The application process for this scholarship is managed by the Maryland Parent & Family Association and is part of their annual scholarship award process. Please click here for additional information.