
University of Pittsburgh
“I’m honored to have been selected as a Thomas & Laura Ridge Scholarship recipient. College is an incredibly transformative time that equips students with the tools necessary to go into the world and meet their goals, and I’m so grateful to receive assistance fro the foundation to realize my goals — and to positively impact the community and the world around me.”
Derek Arnold, a three-time Ridge Scholar, attends the University of Pittsburgh where he is studying for a triple major in accounting, Business Information Systems and Supply Chain Management.
In college he is active in Beta Theta Pi fraternity, Phi Beta Lambda (PBL), a business organization; and served as advocacy chair for the Resident Student Association. He has participated in service projects such as the PBL Target Day of Service, Cards for Veterans and the Boys and Girls Club.
His awards include the Big Joe Scholarship from Sheetz, Inc., 20 under 20 Leadership Award and “Shadyside Superhero.” He works as a specialist for Apple.
His mother Lori Arnold works for Sheetz, sponsor of his scholarship.
Derek Arnold, a three-time Ridge Scholar, attends the University of Pittsburgh where he is studying for a triple major in accounting, Business Information Systems and Supply Chain Management.
In college he is active in Beta Theta Pi fraternity, Phi Beta Lambda (PBL), a business organization; and served as advocacy chair for the Resident Student Association. He has participated in service projects such as the PBL Target Day of Service, Cards for Veterans and the Boys and Girls Club.
His awards include the Big Joe Scholarship from Sheetz, Inc., 20 under 20 Leadership Award and “Shadyside Superhero.” He works as a specialist for Apple.
His mother Lori Arnold works for Sheetz, sponsor of his scholarship.