2017-2018 Peninsula College Foundation Scholarships Above & Beyond Scholarship – 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 Scholarship funds will be split evenly over each quarter of attendance, and will not be dispersed if the 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, and Medical Assistant. 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 Preference will be given to students with financial need. Chapter H.G, P.E.O Scholarship – One $700 scholarship This scholarship is specifically for assisting women with financial need. Must be a woman Student must be enrolled full-time at Peninsula College. Must demonstrate through academic performance (grades) and/or test scores active involvement in the learning process (at least a “B” average) Must have a recommendation from a member of the high school or college faculty or staff Preference will be given to students with financial need. 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. Student must be enrolled full-time at Peninsula College. 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. Updated as of 1/17/2017
Scholarship funds must be applied to tuition and books only. Scholarship funds will be split evenly over each quarter of attendance, and will not be dispersed if the 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. Scholarship funds will be split evenly over each quarter of attendance, and will not be dispersed if the 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 during award year. 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. Scholarship funds will be split evenly over each quarter of attendance, and will not be dispersed if the 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.). 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 – Two $1,000 scholarships Student must be enrolled full-time at Peninsula College. Must have and maintain a minimum cumulative PC GPA of 3.25. Must be planning to major in math, chemistry, biology or physics, or intend to teach in those subjects.
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Frances Jo Leary Nursing Scholarship – One $1,000 scholarship Student must be enrolled fulltime at Peninsula College during the award year. 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. Must write a thank-you to the donor. Friends of Studium Generale – One $6,000 scholarship Student must be enrolled at least part-time at Peninsula College during the award year. Student must belong to one of the six area tribes: o Hoh Tribe o Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe o Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe o Makah Tribe o Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe o Quileute Tribe Student must have/maintain at least a 2.0 GPA while receiving the scholarship funds. Scholarship funds can be applied to tuition, mandatory fees, and books. Preference given to student with financial need. Gunnar and Frances Fagerlund English Studies Scholarship – One $1,500 scholarship Student must be enrolled fulltime at Peninsula College during the award year. Must have successfully completed English 101 and English 102. Strong aptitude for English literature studies. Must be registered for at least one literature class each quarter. Must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.1 in all studies AND a 3.8 GPA in English/Literature. Must write a thank-you to the donor. Helen Farrington Nursing Scholarship – One $1,000 scholarship Student must be enrolled fulltime at Peninsula College during the scholarship year the funds are awarded for. Must be pursuing an AA in Nursing. Must intend and have the potential to complete a registered nursing certificate Preference given to a student with financial need.
Humanities Scholarship in Memory of Cyril F. McFrederick – One $2,000 scholarship Must be enrolled fulltime at Peninsula College during the award year. Scholarship supports students in the studies of English, History, Philosophy, Foreign Languages, or Arts. 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. Preference will be given to students with financial need. Lloyd J Allen Scholarship This scholarship was created for a Forks High School student who will attend Peninsula College full time, beginning the fall quarter after high school graduation. Student must be a senior graduating from a Forks High School at time of application, who has demonstrated financial need. After the 2016-17 academic year, preference for awarding this scholarship will be given to a renewing applicant for this scholarship (a student who has received this scholarship the prior year). This scholarship is intended to support a student with the potential to succeed academically, yet who has experienced unique challenges while attending school that may have prevented such success. As such, the Updated as of 1/17/2017
student must include a recommendation letter from a Peninsula College or high school counselor, faculty or staff member who can speak to the particular challenges or obstacles this student faces or has faced. Preference is given to a student seeking an AAS degree in the following vocational areas of study: o Welding o Automotive Technology o Advanced Manufacturing – Composites Technology This scholarship may be applied to tuition, books, instructional supplies and materials, and travel to and from Forks and Port Angeles for the purpose of attending Peninsula College classes. Mansfield Endowment Scholarship – One $400 scholarship Must be enrolled fulltime at Peninsula College during the award year. Resident of Clallam or Jefferson County. Must have financial need. Must write a thank-you to the donor. Marjorie J. Holstege Nursing Scholarship – One $1,000 scholarship This scholarship was created for Nursing Program students at Peninsula College. Student must be enrolled full-time at Peninsula College during the award year. Must be at least entering first year of nursing program when applying; however, preference will be given to renewing applicant (2nd 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. Must have and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0. Plans to work in the community after graduation. Displays professionalism in and out of class. 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. P. Jack and Evelyn McCarter Nursing Scholarship – One $1,000 scholarship Must be enrolled fulltime at Peninsula College during the award year. Must be pursuing an AA in Nursing. Must intend and have the potential to complete a registered nursing certificate. Preference given to a student with financial need. 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 2.50. Updated as of 1/17/2017
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 have and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0. Must write a thank-you letter to the donor. Sequim Dungeness Hospital Guild Medical Assistant Scholarship – Two $1,000 scholarships Must be a sophomore in the Nursing Program. Must write a thank you letter to the donor. Sequim Dungeness Hospital Guild Nursing Scholarship – Four $500 scholarships Must be a sophomore in the Nursing Program. Must write a thank you letter to the donor. 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. Preference will be given to students with financial need. Must write a thank you letter to the donor. 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. Must have and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0. Priority is given to students who have not received multiple scholarships from other sources. Must write a thank you letter to the donor. 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 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 fulltime 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. Must have and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0. Priority is given to students with financial need.
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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. Student must be enrolled full-time 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 will be given to students with financial need. 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 and Peninsula College Foundation scholarships available for 2017-2018, visit www.theWashBoard.org Type “Peninsula College” in the search bar in the upper right. To apply, create a profile on www.theWashBoard.org and complete required application steps. Questions? Contact: Peninsula College Foundation
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Updated as of 1/17/2017
