Mary Rosenblum Somit Scholarship Endowment Fund

The Mary Rosenblum Somit Scholarship Endowment Fund was established in 1999 by Dr. Albert Somit in memory of his mother, Mary Rosenblum Somit. This scholarship supports undergraduate students majoring in the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo. The scholarship demonstrates a commitment to supporting students from diverse backgrounds, with a particular focus on those who may face additional challenges in pursuing higher education. Preference is given to immigrants, children of immigrants, and first-generation students, reflecting Mary Rosenblum Somit's legacy and values of opportunity and education.