Awards
- IU Indianapolis Spirit of Philanthropy Award - 2008
Robert Begeman's avid interest in taking apart electrical appliances led to his educational pursuits at Purdue University and a life-long career at the Naval Avionics Facility.
He and his wife, Marjorie, have been longtime supporters of the Purdue School of Engineering and Technology. They have assisted IUPUI and its international community with The Robert and Marjorie Begeman Scholarship. The Scholarship provides funds to deserving students from developing countries.