The Alina Wheeler Memorial Scholarship provides annual financial support to undergraduate design students. Awards go directly to students and can be used for tuition, housing, or other essential needs. AIGA Philadelphia is dedicated to nurturing creative talent and building a strong future for the design community and we need your support. Join us in creating a sustainable scholarship fund for aspiring Graphic Design students in our region.
In 2023, we lost a cherished member of our community, Alina Wheeler: author, consultant, entrepreneur, mentor, and a founding member of AIGA Philadelphia. Alina was a visionary leader and a passionate advocate for design, serving in various roles within AIGA and leaving a profound impact on all who knew her. To honor her legacy, the AIGA Philadelphia Board of Directors renamed our scholarship fund in her memory. The Alina Wheeler Memorial Scholarship stands as a tribute to her lifelong dedication to design and education. Help us continue Alina’s legacy. Make a difference today by contributing to the Alina Wheeler Memorial Scholarship.
2025 Winner
2025 Melissa Vilain, Rutgers University–Camden About Melissa
