Peninsula College Foundation Scholarships

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1 Peninsula College Foundation Scholarships Above & Beyond Scholarship in Honor of Laura Brogden One $1,000 scholarship This scholarship is named each year in honor of the exceptional faculty or staff member receiving the annual Above & Beyond award at Peninsula College. It is awarded to a student who exhibits exemplary activity and/or academic excellence. Must have and maintain a GPA of at least 3.5 Must be enrolled fulltime at Peninsula College Preference given to students who: o Demonstrate a commitment to academic excellence o Engage in exemplary behavior such as volunteerism or acts of heroism and make an outstanding contribution to the well-being of others and the community o Show exceptional initiative, perseverance, accountability or commitment in meeting or exceeding expectations or serving others o Exhibit creativity and imagination in activities and/or academics Scholarship must be applied to tuition, mandatory fees and books only student s attendance or GPA drop below required levels. Student is encouraged to write a thank you note to donor. Barbara L. Noble and Dr. Joe W. Floyd Scholarship Three $2,000 scholarships Established in 2012 to fund scholarships in the following programs at Peninsula College: Automotive Technology, Composite Technology, Green Building, Medical Assistant, and Welding. Student must be enrolled full-time at Peninsula College, and in a two-year degree program listed above. Must have and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.7 Bussing-Mulledy Vocational Scholarship Two $2,000 scholarships Established in 1989, by Chester T. Mulledy, to support vocational students at Peninsula College. This fund is a memorial tribute to his stepson James Michael Bussing, who attended Peninsula College. Must be pursuing a two-year vocational degree (including Professional/Technical programs, AAS programs and certificates) Must have and maintain a minimum cumulative PC GPA of 3.00 minimum of 12 credits with a minimum GPA of 3.00 the preceding quarter. Chapter H.G, P.E.O Scholarship One $700 scholarship This scholarship is specifically for assisting women with financial need. Must be a woman Must demonstrate through academic performance (grades) and/or test scores active involvement in the learning process (at least a B average)

2 Must have a recommendation from a member of the high school or college faculty or staff During selection, equal weight and consideration given with the GPA. Clallam County School Retirees Association Isabel Whitfield Scholarship One $1,000 scholarship This scholarship supports a Peninsula College student seeking a career as a teacher, para-educator, or support personnel within the Washington State Public School System. Preference given to a 2nd year Peninsula College student in an AA program, or a 3rd year student in the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree program. Preference is given to a student with an interest in seeking a career in becoming a teacher, para-educator, or any support staff associated with the WA State Public School System. Scholarship funds must be applied to tuition and books only. student changes their degree path. Donald Naddy Scholarship One $1,000 scholarship For students pursuing an education in Education, Medical, or Vocational Studies. Student must be attending or have completed their first year at Peninsula College at the time they submit the scholarship application. Must be enrolled half-time or greater at Peninsula College. Preference given to Graduates from any Clallam or Jefferson County high school; Students who are veterans; Students pursuing a degree in the BAS program (or any future 4-year Peninsula College instructional program) with the hope of serving in the educational, medical, or vocational fields. Scholarship to be applied to tuition, books, and/or student s living expenses. student changes their degree path or drops below half-time enrollment. Student is encouraged to write a thank you note to donor. Dorothy Whittenburg Scholarship One $250 scholarships Preference to a first time student with financial need who has delayed studies due to life circumstances. Must write a thank-you to the donor. EDC Olympic Leader Scholarship Two $1,000 scholarships Each year, the Economic Development Corporation names these scholarships in honor of outstanding leaders in our community. Student must enroll fulltime at Peninsula College. Preference given to students with minimum GPA of 3.0. Preference given to students with financial need. Funds must be applied to tuition and books only. student changes their degree path. Eden Valley Tree Farm Scholarship One $1,000 scholarship This scholarship was established to fund scholarships in the Field of Science program at Peninsula College. Student must enroll fulltime at Peninsula College. Must demonstrate through academic performance and/or test scores active involvement in the learning process. Must demonstrate excellence in the field of science. Must demonstrate excellence in some co-curricular program (i.e., student leadership, music, drama, athletics, etc.).

3 Recommendation letter is required from a member of the high school or college faculty or staff. Preference will be given to the scholarship recipient from the prior year. If the prior year recipient does not apply or is not eligible (having maintained at least a 3.25 GPA), preference will be given to a first year student who graduated from high school in 2010 including those students with financial need. Must write a thank-you to the donor. Floyd and Rosalyn Young Science Scholarship Three $1,000 scholarships Must have and maintain a minimum cumulative PC GPA of Must be planning to major in math, chemistry, biology or physics, or intend to teach in those subjects. Frances Jo Leary Nursing Scholarship Two $3,500 scholarship Student must be accepted for admission into the Nursing Program at Peninsula College. Preference given to non-traditional students; single parents and/or those physically challenged. Gunnar and Frances Fagerlund English Studies Scholarship One $1,500 scholarship Must have successfully completed English 101 and English 102 Have a strong aptitude for English literature studies Must be registered for at least one literature class each quarter Must maintain a 3.1 GPA in all studies AND a 3.8 GPA in English/Literature Humanities Scholarship in Memory of Cyril F. McFrederick Two $2,000 scholarships Scholarship supports students in the studies of English, History, Philosophy, Foreign Languages, or Arts. Jewel Webber One $1,000 scholarship This scholarship was created for Medical/Healthcare Assistant students at Peninsula College. Preference given to a single parent with financial need. Lily T. Newton Nursing Scholarship One $3,000 scholarship Student must be enrolled full-time at Peninsula College Must be pursuing an AA in Nursing. Must intend and have the potential to complete a registered nursing certificate. Marjorie J. Holstege Nursing Scholarship One $1,000 scholarship This scholarship was created for Nursing Program students at Peninsula College. Must be at least a first year nursing student when applying; however, preference will be given to renewing applicant (2 nd year student who received this scholarship the prior year) Preference given to a student with financial need Must have demonstrated academic excellence with a minimum GPA of 3.5 Funds must be applied to books, tuition and fees only. Medical Assistant Scholarship Two $200 scholarships Student must be enrolled in, and have completed at least two quarters of, the Medical Assistant Program. Plans to work in the community after graduation. Displays professionalism in and out of class.

4 Nurse to Nurse Scholarship Two $2,500 scholarships This scholarship is for high school graduates pursuing an Associate in Science degree in Nursing at Peninsula College. Preference given to a Sequim High School graduate. Student must have successfully completed pre-requisite coursework and gained acceptance into the nursing program as a first-year nursing student. Student must be enrolled fulltime at Peninsula College during the award year. Preference given to a student with financial need. Scholarship funds must be used for tuition and books only. Scholarship funds will be split evenly over each quarter of fulltime attendance, and will not be dispersed if student changes their degree path Must write a thank-you letter to the donor. Peninsula College Foundation Vocational Scholarship Six $1,000 scholarships This scholarship was created for students enrolled fulltime in a vocational program at Peninsula College. Student must be enrolled full-time at Peninsula College, and in a two-year vocational degree program (including Professional/Technical programs, AAS programs and certificates). Must have and maintain a cumulative Peninsula College GPA of Prof/Tech Scholarship for Advanced Manufacturing - Composites Technology One $1,000 scholarship This scholarship is intended for students in or entering into the Advanced Manufacturing - Composites Technology Program at Peninsula College. Prof/Tech Scholarship for Criminal Justice One $1,000 scholarship This scholarship is intended for students in or entering into the Criminal Justice Program at Peninsula College. Prof/Tech Scholarship for Health Information Management One $1,000 scholarship This scholarship is intended for students in or entering into the Health Information Management Program at Peninsula College.

5 Prof/Tech Scholarship for Hospitality and Ecotourism One $1,000 scholarship This scholarship is intended for students in or entering into the Hospitality and Ecotourism Program at Peninsula College. Prof/Tech Scholarship for Multimedia Communications One $1,000 scholarship This scholarship is intended for students in or entering into the Multimedia Communications Program at Peninsula College. PSA NOPC Wally Pohlod Memorial Scholarship One $1,000 scholarship Student must be a graduate of Clallam County High School and reside in Clallam County. Pursuing a degree in the protection, management and restoration of wildlife or wildlife habitat or a closely related field. Must write a thank-you letter to the donor. Renaissance One $1,000 scholarship One of three scholarships developed from a donation made by Ben and Myrtle Walkling. This scholarship will be awarded to a PC student who has successfully completed an ABE/GED program Adult (21 years of age or older) or one with adult responsibilities (e.g. dependents). Must have completed at least 10 credits at Peninsula College with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. Applicant must have successfully completed an ABE/GED program, with preference given to a student who has completed this program at Peninsula College. minimum of 10 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.30 the preceding quarter. Sequim Dungeness Hospital Guild Medical Assistant Scholarship Two $1,000 scholarships Must be a sophomore in the Nursing Program. Sequim Dungeness Hospital Guild Nursing Scholarship Four $500 scholarships Must be a sophomore in the Nursing Program. Sequim Valley Lions Club Scholarship Four $500 scholarships Must be a full-time student at Peninsula College. Must demonstrate through academic performances (grades) and/or test scores active involvement in the learning process. Must demonstrate excellence in Medical field or pre-med studies. Must demonstrate excellence in community service with preference going to Lion s Club activities. Must have a recommendation from a member of the high school or college faculty or staff.

6 Story People of Clallam County Scholarship One $1,500 scholarship This scholarship is intended for students seeking a degree or certificate in the following Peninsula College program areas: Theater, Music, Creative Writing, Library Science, Voice, Teaching, Early Education. Student must be working toward a 4-year degree in Theatre, Music, Creative Writing, Voice, Early Education, Teaching or Library Science. Scholarship funds must be used only for tuition and/or books. Priority is given to students who have not received multiple scholarships from other sources. Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems Scholarship One $1,000 scholarship This scholarship was created to support students who are pursuing a short-term certificate in Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems at Peninsula College. Preference is given to students with financial need. Scholarship funds may be applied to tuition and books. Scholarship award will be evenly distributed over 3 quarters. Tom Saelid Memorial Scholarship One $1,500 scholarship Must be a Clallam County resident. Must be attending Peninsula College full-time beginning in fall quarter. Must be enrolled in a direct transfer program. Recommendation letter is required from a member of the high school or college faculty or staff. Priority is given to students with financial need. Walkling AOS/Business Administration Scholarship One $1,000 scholarship One of three scholarships developed from a donation made by Ben and Myrtle Walkling. This scholarship will be awarded to a continuing or transfer student who has completed a minimum of 10 credits in administrative office systems or business. Completion of at least 15 credits at Peninsula College with a minimum of 10 credits in Administrative Office Systems, or Business Administration. Must have and maintain a minimum cumulative PC GPA of 3.10 in degree program. Preference will be given to a students with financial need. minimum of 12 credits with a minimum GPA of 3.00 the preceding quarter. Walkling Community Service Scholarship One $1,000 scholarship One of three scholarships developed from a donation made by Ben and Myrtle Walkling. The primary focus should be on the applicants service to the community. Secondarily, personal statement, endorsements, financial need and academic achievement will be weighed. Must have completed at least 10 PC credits toward a degree or certificate. Demonstrated outstanding community service. Must have and maintain a minimum cumulative PC GPA of 2.50.

7 minimum of 12 credits with a minimum GPA of 3.00 the preceding quarter. Yolanda B. Darcera Scholarship One $1,500 scholarship This scholarship is intended for single mothers with financial need going into or enrolled in the Nursing Program at Peninsula College. Preference given to a single mother, preferably in the second year of the Nursing Program, or if no qualified candidate, given to a single mother with financial need in the first year of the Nursing Program. Preference given to a student 25-years-old or younger. Must be a Clallam County resident. Must have and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Funds must be applied to tuition or books only. Funds will be split evenly over each quarter of attendance, and will not be dispersed if student changes their degree path. To view Peninsula College scholarships available for , visit Type Peninsula College in the search bar in the upper right. To apply, create a profile on and complete required application steps. Questions? Contact: Peninsula College Foundation foundation@pencol.edu (360)