Philip J. McElroy Scholarship Recipients

The Philip J. McElroy Scholarship is awarded to an incoming law student in honor of the late distinguished graduate’s lifelong commitment to education. Mr. McElroy received four degrees from University of Detroit Mercy, including his law degree in 1932. His commitment to education for himself and others was long and steadfast: he was a tutor while in college; he taught Physics at University of Detroit High School for sixteen years, and he trained new associates in his law firm.

 

2026 Recipient

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    Klara Karkookly

    Phillip J. McElroy Scholar 
    B.A., Philosophy, University of Detroit Mercy 

    Klara holds a B.A. in Philosophy from University of Detroit Mercy. As a first-generation college graduate and immigrant, she is inspired to make a difference in people's lives and help others navigate an often-complicated legal system. 

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    Anthony Moore

    Phillip J. McElroy Scholar 
    B.A., Legal Studies, University of Detroit Mercy 

    Anthony holds a B.A. in Legal Studies from University of Detroit Mercy. After an almost two-decade career in banking, he returns to Detroit Mercy with the determination to finish what he started with his legal studies degree and make an impact in the legal system.  

2025 Recipient

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    Jacob Yasso

    Jacob YassoPhilip J. McElroy Scholar
    B.A., Political Science, University of Detroit Mercy

    Jacob was heavily involved during his time at the Detroit Mercy undergraduate campus, including with the admissions department and alumni relations department. He was the student director of orientation during his time as an undergraduate Titan and is involved in his community. Currently, he is a junior member on the Moot Court Board of Advocates at Detroit Mercy Law and is working as a law clerk at a law firm. 

2024 Recipient

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    Alexandra Biederman

    alexandra biedermanPhilip J. McElroy Scholar
    B.S., Chemical Engineering, Kettering University

    She has experience working as a regulatory affairs engineer, which has allowed her to use her engineering degree and has exposed her to the law. She first became interested in pursuing IP law during an internship for BASF at the GM Flint Assembly Paint Shop during her undergraduate studies.

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