Rod C. Kelchner President's Scholarship Fund

This scholarship fund was established by family, friends, and colleagues in honor of Rod C. Kelchner, on the occasion of his retirement from MU on June 30, 1998. Mr. Kelchner became president of MU in 1984. He was named interim president in 1983. President Kelchner served Mansfield University beginning in 1964 when he joined the faculty in the Department of History and also served as Dean of Men. He steadily earned increased responsibilities in the administration of Mansfield University, holding the positions of Director of Financial Aid and Advancement Director. Mr. Kelchner also assisted with MU athletics, serving as an assistant basketball coach and as head football coach. He served as director of development and external affairs prior to being name president. President Kelchner has always exhibited a genuine interest and concern for students. It is through this scholarship that his friends, family and colleagues recognize his extensive and distinguished service to Mansfield University.