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MARTIN LUTHER COLLEGE Scholarships

MLC MLC Merit Awards

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Presidential Scholarship National Merit Finalist Scholarship Messenger Scholarship Witness Scholarship Music Scholarship

Legacy Scholarships

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Martin Albrecht Music Scholarship “By Grace” Scholarship Bingenheimer Music Scholarship Professor Gerhard Bauer Scholarship Christus Lux® Endowment Fund Engel Scholarship Conrad J. Frey Memorial Scholarship Barbara Klockziem Scholarship Herman and Antonia Lehmann Prize Rev. Philipp L.H. & Elenore F.A. Lehmann Scholarship Dr. Ruth Preston Lehmann Scholarship Winfred P. Lehmann Language Award Micheel Scholarship MLC Auxiliary Scholarship Zachary D. Moyle Scholarship Endowment Northwestern College Alumni Society Presidents Fund Grants Mark Ohr Memorial History Scholarship Precht Family Scholarship

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Victor F. Voecks Scholarship Gerald Kastens Memorial Scholarship Marjorie E. Toepel Scholarship Ryan J. Zweifel Scholarship Endowment

Heritage Circle

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Albrechts of Eschenau Memorial Fund Barnabas Grant Fund Edwin and Malinda Buss Memorial Trust Fund Dr. Martin Luther College Alumni Fund Gaertner and Harting Memorial Fund Heckmann Endowment Houska-Larsen Ministerial Endowment Fund Walter O. And Frieda Johnson Memorial Scholarship Fund E.C. Kiessling Memorial Fund William and Elfa Kochenderfer Fund Bob and Helen Krueger Scholarship Fund Luehrs Memorial Scholarship Alan and Muriel Meyer Endowment Fund Johannes P. Meyer Student Aid Endowment Fund Robert and Daniel Neitzel Charitable Trust St. Paul–Seaforth MN Endowment Fund Schweppe Scholarship Fund Servant’s Heart Ministerial Education Fund Sievert Scholarship Fund Aaron Ronald Wintrone Grant

Friends for Financial Assistance

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From the President Our Lord Jesus has given Martin Luther College a noble task: training the next pastors, teachers, and staff ministers of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod. Since 1865, at MLC and our predecessor schools, we have been honored and humbled to do this crucial work, training over 90% of WELS called workers.

Our work is not only important; it’s also, if we may be honest, expensive. About two-thirds of our student body graduates with college debt, $22,000 on average. Other students are hindered by cost from coming to MLC at all.

In view of this, Martin Luther College is committed to assisting students in whatever way we can. In 2010-2011, MLC awarded $2 million in institutional financial aid, some based on student need and some on student merit.

In addition, generous people, motivated by love for their Savior, have stepped up to help. And so we’ve put together this booklet, which contains just a sampling of these donors, as a tribute of gratitude—to them; to many faithful generations of students at Martin Luther College; and, most important, to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Notes: • This is a changing and growing book with more scholarships, grants, and endowment funds added all the time. If your family has established a fund and it’s not yet in this book, be assured that we’ll be contacting you soon.

• We’ve made every effort to produce accurate pages, but we realize that errors may occur.

Please let us know of any corrections by calling 507.354.8221 x386.

• The criteria for each scholarship and grant have been simplified in this book. The MLC Financial Aid Office has the full details on file.

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MLC MERIT AWARD PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP Martin Luther College awards $3000 to each Presidential Scholar. Students earning this award are the valedictorians of their high school graduating classes. This scholarship will be renewed each year the student maintains a GPA of at least 3.50.

In 2010-2011, MLC awarded Presidential Scholarships to the following students (left to right): Sarah Sherod, Kimberly Schmill, Emily Eckley, Ryan Klatt, Megan Wohlrabe, and Nathaniel Solofra.

Sarah Sherod

Ryan Klatt

California Lutheran High School

West Lutheran High School

Nathaniel Solofra

Megan Wohlrabe

Northland Lutheran High School

Peyton High School, Colorado Springs

Kimberly Schmill and Emily Eckley Manitowoc Lutheran High School

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NATIONAL MERIT FINALIST SCHOLARSHIP Martin Luther College awards $4000 to each National Merit Finalist. This scholarship will be renewed each year the student maintains a GPA of at least 3.75.

In 2010-2011, MLC awarded six National Merit Finalist Scholarships: Benjamin Birner, Aaron Jensen, Erin Kelly, David Marquardt, Eva Pamperin, and Rachel Rupnow. Benjamin Birner, Erin Kelly, and David Marquardt (pictured) are 2010-2011 first-year students.

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Benjamin Birner

David Marquardt

Lutheran Church of Central Africa-Lusaka

Christ-Lodi CA

Aaron Jensen

Eva Pamperin

St. Mark-Watertown WI

St. John-Juneau WI

Erin Kelly

Rachel Rupnow

Our Savior-Zion IL

St. Paul-New Ulm MN

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MLC MERIT AWARD MESSENGER SCHOLARSHIP Martin Luther College awards $2000 to each first-year student with a high school GPA of 3.75-4.00 or an ACT score of 30 or above. This scholarship is renewed each year the student maintains a GPA of at least 3.50.

In 2010-2011, MLC awarded 220 Messenger Scholarships, including 56 to first-year students.

Megan Bauer

Galen Holzhueter

David Marquardt

Lucas Rodewald

Ryan Behlke

Emily Hughes

Alexander Mielke

Hannah Rothe

Benjamin Birner

Emily Hunt

Chris Mundstock

Daniel Schallert

Samuel Birner

Rebecca Hussman

Amelia Nemmers

Nicole Schoeneck

Ruth Braun

Dyllan Jensen

Jillian Neumann

Bethany Schultz

Katrina Buchholz

Erin Kelly

Rachel Nowicki

Jordan Siegler

Abby Davis

Magdalene Klugherz

Stephen Pankow

Michelle Thierfelder

Lauren Ellingboe

Andrew Krieger

Joshua Paustian

Jennifer Uhlhorn

Carrie Fleischmann

Aaron Kristopeit

Tristan Paustian

Naomi Unnasch

Abigail Gawel

Emily Lai

Benjamin Phelps

Rachel Veith

Anne Goldschmidt

Rachel Larson

Peter Plagenz

Amanda Wiles

Brittney Gossen

Ryan Lemke

Micah Plocher

Joanna Wordell

Lauren Grove

Elizabeth Loersch

Russell Read

Megan Zamzow

Elizabeth Henke

Ruth Mann

Jonathan Reichel

Jason Zuehlke

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WITNESS SCHOLARSHIP Martin Luther College awards $1500 to each first-year student with a high school GPA of 3.50-3.74 or an ACT score of 27 or above. This scholarship is renewed each year the student maintains a GPA of at least 3.25.

In 2010-2011, MLC awarded 90 Witness Scholarships, including 33 to first-year students.

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Jacob Biebert

Kayla Klitzman

Kenneth Rodrigue

Andrea Biedenbender

Allison Leyrer

David Roekle

Johannah Crass

Rachel Lindwurm

Danielle Ross

Alexander Eckert

Daniel Lloyd

Lindsay Sandwith

Rebecca Engelbrecht

Patrick Loro

Lindsey Schaefer

Alexandria Fischer

Lisa Manske

Madeline Scott

Amber Flunker

Steven Millerman

Zachary Stowe

Thomas Gorzalski

Jarrod Pfarr

Charles Ungemach

Molly Graumann

Tyler Prekop

Allison Wessel

Kelly Hauf

Margaret Rasmussen

Krista Woller

Keoni Hill

Stephanie Rehbaum

Ruth Zarling

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MLC MERIT AWARD GENERAL MUSIC SCHOLARSHIPS General Music Scholarships are funded by generous donors for whom music and music ministry are dear to the heart. These scholarships are awarded to MLC students who have enriched the worship and musical life of our campus family through their time, talents, and leadership, and who show the potential for continually enriching the worship and musical life of WELS in their future ministries.

The number and size of these scholarships vary according to available funds. In Spring 2010, four scholarships of $250 each were awarded.

Carla Carmichael

Abigail Horn

Carla Carmichael, a member of Living Hope-Shakopee MN and a 2008 graduate of St. Croix Lutheran High School, plans to graduate in December 2013 with a triple major in Elementary Education, Secondary Choral/ Vocal Music Education, and Secondary Instrumental Music Education.

Carla d l plays l flflute in band, takes piano and voice lessons, and sings in the College Choir.

Abigail Horn, a member of St. John-Mazeppa MN and a graduate of Luther Preparatory School, plans to graduate in 2014 with a double major in Elementary Education and Secondary Instrumental Music Education. Abigail has studied piano, sung in the Chorale, and played in the pit orchestras for Pirates of Penzance and Oklahoma! She studies organ and euphonium, plays in the Wind Symphony and Jazz Band, and sings in the College Choir.

Andrea Dorn

Jessica Seiltz

Andrea Dorn, a member off St. John-Lewiston MN andd a graduate of Luther Highh School, plans to graduate inn 2012 with a double major inn Elementary Education andd Secondary Choral/Vocal Musicc Education. She plays piano,, sings in the College Choir, and ndd also sings solo repertoire, repertoire having participated in the November 2008 NATS (National Association of Teachers of Singing) competition. She’s been casted in The Wizard of Oz and Pirates of Penzance, and she directed MLC’s Evening Chapel Choir in spring 2010.

Jessica Seiltz, a member off Salem-Colorado Springs CO andd a graduate of Luther Preparatoryy School, graduated in 2011 withh a major in Elementary Educationn and an emphasis in music. Shee plays piano and organ, as welll as the clarinet. She sang in thee Women’s Choir and the Chorale, and nd shee ggave ave a piano/ piano/organ /organ recital in May 2011.

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Legacy Scholarships A Martin Luther College Legacy Scholarship is a fund of $20,000+ established to support the legacy of ministerial training at Martin Luther College and to honor a specific person, family, or other group who has a special love for Martin Luther College.

Legacy Scholarship funds grow over time through investment and through continued contributions to them. Generally, 4% of each Legacy Scholarship fund is awarded every year to an MLC student or students who meet the scholarship criteria.

The recipients then write letters of appreciation to the donors.

All Legacy Scholarships are merit-based scholarships, awarded to students who demonstrate high academic achievement or special abilities, according to criteria the donor sets.

If you would like to establish a Legacy Scholarship, the MLC Mission Advancement Office will assist you. If your funds do not meet the $20,000 threshold, you may still initialize the scholarship with MLC and then add to it over time. When the fund reaches $20,000, the awarding of the scholarship will begin.

Contributions to Legacy Scholarships usually continue even after the $20,000 threshold is met. As the funds grow, by God’s grace, so does the legacy of faith.

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LEGACY EGACYY The Martin Albrecht Music Scholarship Martin Albrecht (1909-1993) served his Lord and the WELS as a teacher, pastor, professor, and choir director, as well as chairman of the Board for Parish Education and chairman of the Hymnal Committee. During his tenures at Dr. Martin Luther College (1943-1962) and Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary (1962-1985), Professor Albrecht shared his love of Lutheran liturgy and hymnody through his musical arrangements and choir concerts, training two generations of pastors and teachers in church music. His family established this scholarship because they are “grateful that God gave extraordinary gifts to Professor Albrecht and led him to share those gifts through a lifetime of ministry in the WELS.”

Scholarship Criteria Students considered for this award are those who have potential to serve as leaders in the music ministries of the synod’s parishes and schools. Students may be enrolled in any program at MLC, with any emphasis or major. Financial need will not be a primary factor in the selection process. The number and size of awards may vary, based on fund income.

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MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP 2009-2010 Winner:

NATHAN LOERSCH Nathan Loersch belongs to St. Mark-Watertown WI and is a 2007 graduate of Luther Preparatory School. A student in preseminary studies, he graduated in 2011. He sang in the Martin Luther College Choir for three years, accompanying the choir with piano, trumpet, and violin, and performed a recital using those three instruments in spring 2011. He also was a member of the chorus in the fall 2010 musical production, Oklahoma!

From Nathan: I would like to thank the Martin Albrecht family for providing

this scholarship to encourage me in my education. Music is an integral part of life and worship in the WELS and a tremendous opportunity to praise our Savior. My musical knowledge and ability have grown by leaps and bounds through my studies at MLC. Thank you for the encouragement to press on to be a fulltime minister of the gospel and to use music to glorify God and edify his people.

2009-2010 Winner:

DARIN WARNECKE Darin Warnecke graduated in 2011 in preseminary studies. He is a graduate of Luther Preparatory School and a member at St. John-Watertown WI, where he is a regular worship organist. He sang in the MLC Chorale and has accompanied campus choirs on the organ.

From Darin: Music is a wonderful blessing from God, and it is

especially evident on MLC’s campus when so many voices join in singing. When I play organ, I have the privilege of leading hundreds in song to give God glory. Thank you to the Martin Albrecht family for sharing your gifts and encouraging me to further my talents in service to the Savior.

Past Winners 2008-09 2007-08 2006-07 2005-06 2004-05 2003-04 2002-03

Caralyn Schmeling Jacob Behnken Paul Kanzenbach Joshua Wendt Justin Schramm Darik Mischke None

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Rachel Bauer Kristi Brown Rebecca Hermanson Brian Schwanz Kristy Behm Patricia Rusert

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LEGACY EGACYY The “By Grace”

Scholarship

The “By Grace” Scholarship, established in 2006

by Marilyn Miller, Miller is intended to assist staff ministry and preseminary students with dependent children.

Marilyn, who graduated as a second-career staff ministry major and now serves as staff minister at Abiding Word-Houston TX, says, “God has blessed me beyond belief. He created faith in my heart through baptism. He gave me parents who knew and loved their Savior. He gave me an intellect and a career that provided many material blessings. Finally, he moved me to use my many life experiences to further the work of his kingdom. I wish to share my material blessings with those who desire to dedicate their lives to the work of the kingdom but who, at the same time, have responsibilities to provide for their children.”

Scholarship Criteria This scholarship is available to all staff ministry and preseminary students who have dependent children, are in good academic standing, and have unique gifts to be used in God’s kingdom. Applicants are to submit an essay, poem, video, etc. that communicates their desire to become a staff minister or pastor and how they hope to use their gifts in that service. The selection committee will make their decision based on the student’s attitude and commitment, the student’s submission, and the likelihood of the student becoming a productive called worker. Neither financial need nor superior academic achievement shall be a factor. The scholarship of $1000 shall be awarded to one student or divided between two students annually. The number and size of awards may vary, depending on fund income.

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SCHOLARSHIP 2010-2011 Winner:

JASON WILLIAMS Jason Williams is a member of St. John-New Ulm MN and a graduate of Wisconsin Lutheran High School. He graduated from Martin Luther College in May 2004 with his bachelor of science in education. He was married that June and served St. John-Wrightstown WI for five years as teacher and principal. He returned to Martin Luther College with his wife, Sarah, and two children, Caryn and Caleb, in 2009 to pursue the pastoral ministry. He graduated in May 2011 and continued his studies at Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary.

At MLC, he participated in Forum (drama), College Choir, and intramurals, and he served as a resident assistant in the dorms. Jason and his family are very appreciative to Ms. Miller, who made this scholarship possible.

From Jason: I have always wanted to serve the Lord with my life in some way. While I was serving at St. John, I was able to assist with Communion. Occasionally, I conducted the Sunday service and preached the sermon when our pastor was ill. Through these events and a personal desire, I came back to Martin Luther College to pursue the pastoral ministry of the church. . . . This year I have been assisting Pastor Draper with his congregation in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota. I am visiting shut-ins, leading devotions and services at the Care Center in Sleepy Eye, teaching confirmation classes, and planning Sunday worship services. I have enjoyed the work and learning opportunity that Pastor Draper has offered to me. I look forward to serving the Lord again in the public ministry as a pastor.

Past Winners 2009-10 None 2008-09 None

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2007-08 Jasper Sellnow 2006-07 Joshua Bodden

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LEGACY EGACYY The Bingenheimer Music Scholarship Erna A.W. Bingenheimer (nee Zempel, 1904-1997) served as a church organist, piano teacher, and Sunday school teacher, as well as a mother of five and a church and community volunteer for many years.

She was a founding member of St. John-Angola NY (LCMS). “She was blessed with a curious mind, a love for teaching, and the joy of sharing music with others,” says her daughter, Dr. Frieda BingenheimerRendahl. “We want to honor our mother for her years of faithful service as an organist and give thanks for her love of music, which she shared with her family and others.”

Scholarship Criteria Individuals selected for the Bingenheimer Music Scholarship should declare an interest in serving in the music ministry of WELS and exhibit the desire and talent for music ministry. Financial need is a consideration only if candidates are equal in other respects.

Nominations are solicited from the music division faculty, and final selection is made by the music division chairman and the college financial aid officer. The number and size of awards may vary, based on fund income.

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MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP 2009-2010 Winner:

RYAN FRISKE

Ryan Friske, a member of Emanuel-Tawas City MI and a graduate of Michigan Lutheran Seminary, plans to graduate in 2012 with a major in Elementary Education and Secondary Choral/Vocal Music Education. He studies organ and voice, sings in the Martin Luther College Choir, and participates in musicals. He gave a solo organ recital in 2009, and he is planning another organ recital and a vocal recital before he graduates.

From Ryan: Thank you to the Bingenheimer family for your support of my education. The opportunities to serve my Lord and the experiences I’ve had at MLC are extraordinary. It has been a great learning experience to lead congregations from the organ as well as to direct several choirs. I am excitedly preparing to enter the fulltime ministry. It will be such a great joy to serve my Lord in whatever congregation he calls me to, where I can use my gifts to the fullest to serve his church.

Past Winners 2008-09 2007-08 2006-07 2005-06 2004-05

Emily Gorzalski Jaymie Bergmeier Claire Natsis Rebekah Laitinen None

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Rachel Bauer Martha Kitzrow, Kevin Poston Sarah Backus Adrian Smith Jason Snodie

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SCHOLARSHIP The Professor Gerhard Bauer Scholarship The Professor Gerhard Bauer Scholarship was established upon the death of Gerhard Bauer in 2005 by his wife, Elvera Bauer. Gerhard Bauer exemplified exceptional skills in the profession of teaching.

Through his 20 years of ministry at Dr. Martin Luther College, he influenced many of the present teachers of the WELS as a student teaching supervisor, as a model of exceptional teaching, and as a spiritual mentor.

Scholarship Criteria This scholarship is open to all education majors. The education division faculty will be asked to nominate candidates who have demonstrated both exceptional teaching ability and spiritual maturity.

A committee appointed by the education division chair will select the winners of the scholarship.

Financial need is not a primary factor in the selection process. The number and size of awards will vary, depending on funds available.

This scholarship fund has been initiated, but no awards have yet been conferred.

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ENDOWMENT FUND The Arnold J. Koelpin

Christus Lux® Endowment Fund Initiated in 2007, this fund aims to honor the church’s LORD in a global age. Professor Arnold Koelpin dedicates this endowment to his students, family, colleagues, friends, and fellow believers—purposing to pass on the heritage of Christian studies in the Reformation, Lutheran Confessional Writings, and New Testament Epistles. Professor Koelpin has served as instructor at Michigan Lutheran Seminary and Northwestern College, pastor at St. James-Cambridge WI, and, since 1962, professor in the religion/ history division of (Dr.) Martin Luther College. He represented his country as a Fulbright Scholar in Germany and, upon retirement at age 70, was appointed mayor of the city of New Ulm. He continues preaching, lecturing, teaching, and writing Christian books and articles. He and his wife, Ruth, live in New Ulm. Their three sons and daughter serve in the holy ministry.

Scholarship Criteria Recipients are to demonstrate an affinity to historical studies, with particular interest in the heritage of the biblical and Lutheran confession.

• Level 1: Scholarship (full payment of one semester’s tuition): Open to preseminary students upon submission of a short original essay. This is a merit-based scholarship.

• Level 2: Grant-in-Aid: When the fund can sustain a second recipient, this award will be open to preseminary students upon submission of a brief résumé. This is a need-based grant.

Applications are available to students above the first-year level. Applicants are to be students of honorable character and reputation; participants in college and/or community activities; and, above all, able by temperament, aptitude, and interest to serve in the Christian ministry to congregations of believers at home and in new areas of the worldwide Christian mission. The chair of the history/social studies department will review the applications and submit a prioritized list of proposed recipients to the financial aid officer.

The Christus Lux® Endowment Fund has been initiated, but no awards have yet been conferred. Size and number of scholarships and grants will vary, depending on fund availability.

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LEGACY EGACYY The Engel Scholarship James Edward Engel (1925-1989) served at Dr. Martin Luther College from 1975 to 1989, where he directed the College Choir, taught music theory, and composed many choral works, including an arrangement of “O God, Our Help in Ages Past,” commissioned for the 1984 Centennial celebration.

He also served at Fox Valley LHS-Appleton WI, Bethlehem-Milwaukee (LCMS), St. John-Racine WI (LCMS), and Concordia College-Milwaukee. His ministry always involved serving the Lord in music and song. “[James Engel] sought to glorify the God whom he feared, loved, and trusted above all things with the very best his intense labor could produce,” said his DMLC colleague, Dr. Edward Meyer. “In this way our friend allowed music to achieve its highest purpose.

Not only does it glorify the God who made it and gave it to us, not only does it give us pleasure, but it also reaches out to us, calls us with its gospel message, strengthens us and keeps us with Jesus Christ in the one true faith.”

Scholarship Criteria Individuals selected for the Engel Scholarship shall be students who have special talent and a potential for serving in the music ministry of WELS churches and schools. Financial need and other scholarships a student may be receiving shall be considered but need not be a primary consideration. Nominations will be solicited from the music division faculty. Final selection will be made by the chairman of the music division and the financial aid officer. Number and size of awards may vary, based on fund income.

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SCHOLARSHIP 2009-2010 Winner:

BRIAN HILDEBRANDT Brian Hildebrandt is a member of Grace-Neenah WI, where he frequently uses hiss musical talents to praise the Lord with the saxophone, piano, and his voice. Hee was heavily involved in music at Fox Valley LHS, and he was a drum major forr the Lutheran Vanguard of Wisconsin, a marching band comprised of WELS high schools. At Martin Luther College, he is part of Wind Symphony, College Choir, and Jazz Band, and he was the orchestra conductor for Oklahoma! He will graduate in December 2013 with a double major in Secondary Instrumental Music Education and Secondary Choral/Vocal Music Education. Brian would like to thank his mother, Diann, and all his music teachers and directors for introducing him to the world off music. He would also like to thank the Engel family for supporting his education.

Most of all, he thanks his Lord for blessing him with the opportunity and ability to praise him through music.

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STEVEN SPRINGBORN Steven, a member of Christ-Cambridge MN, graduated in 2010 with a double major in Elementary Education and Secondary Choral/Vocal Music Education. Steven was especially involved with theatrical productions at MLC, playing on-stage roles, directing two shows, assisting with choreography, and accompanying a musical. He regularly aaccompanied chapel services on piano, was a member of the College Choir, and co-founded the Evening Chapel Choir. He is now teaching in the Dominican Republic and playing keyboard for Sunday services at the local mission. He is very ggrateful for this financial assistance and looks forward to God’s plans for his service.

Past Winners 2008-09 2007-08 2006-07 2005-06 2004-05 2003-04 2002-03

Jaymie Bergmeier Paul Kanzenbach Erin Kanter Kevin Bode Gregory Baures Martha Kitzrow Sarah Nolte

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Adrian Smith, Kathryn Knickelbein Ryan Stangl, Rachel Bauer Ryan Stangl, Tabitha Alleit Ryan Stangl, Jason Snodie Shannon Eckert, James Groth James Groth, Sarah Kleist Julia Gerriets

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Memorial Scholarship M Conrad Frey (1914-1998) served as president C oof Dr. Martin Luther College from 1966 to 1980.

Under his leadership, the college grew substantially U iin both students and structures. Enrollment shot ffrom 600 to 850, and the campus expanded to iinclude the Luther Memorial Union, a chapelaauditorium addition, Highland (now Concord) Hall, tthe library, and 15 faculty houses averaging $23,000 apiece. Also during “Stubby” Frey’s $ ttenure, Wisconsin Lutheran College in Milwaukee was closed and all teacher training was moved to w DMLC, interscholastic football was reinstated at the D ccampus with the first game played at the Lancer Bowl, aand the school week changed from six days (with cclasses held Wednesday and Saturday mornings) to tthe more traditional five days.

PPresident Frey gave his time not only to DMLC, but to many WELS committees, the AAL Board of Directors, m and the city of New Ulm, serving as a director of Citizens Bank and a member of the hospital board, the Lions Club, the country club, and several municipal commissions.

Prior to his ministry at DMLC, President Frey served as a tutor at Michigan Lutheran Seminary, a parish pastor in Kawkawlin MI and Detroit MI, president of Michigan Lutheran Seminary, and a friendly counselor to Hong Kong in 1965.

He married his wife, Charlotte, in 1940, and God blessed them with two children.

Scholarship Criteria Applicants should be students entering their year of graduation who have a GPA of 3.0 or better and who participate in intercollegiate sports, band, theater productions, and MLC service organizations.

The scholarship is generally for $1000, but the number and size of awards may vary, depending on fund income.

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MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP 2010-2011 Winners:

HEATHER KORB AND AARON VOSS Heather Korb is a member of Divine Savior-Indianapolis IN. After her May 2011 graduation, she plans to head to China to teach English with the Friends of China program.

While at MLC, Heather played on the softball team, volunteered in the Daylight USA program, played intramurals, was a member of the service group, Anchor, and worked on the dormitory staff.

From Heather: “I’d like to thank the Freys for taking an interest in MLC students and MLC student life. I found out I received the scholarship when I was in the middle of student teaching. It was such a blessing to feel their support during those busy days!

Their prayers and gifts are much appreciated!”

Aaron Voss is a member off Memorial LutheranWilliamston MI and a graduate off Michigan Lutheran Seminary. Aaron is a 2011 graduate of MLC who will continue his pastoral studies at Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary. At MLC, C he was a member of the football team, Student Senate, the dorm staff, and a contributing author and translator for the student-run periodical Studium Excitare. Aaron also participated in three Daylight USA trips and played intramurals.

From Aaron: “It was very humbling to receive the Conrad Frey Scholarship because it shows how gracious God is to me and to fellow Christians, that he would move them through the gospel to help young people study for the ministry. This gracious gift from the Frey family was a tremendous encouragement to me, and I pray that God would one day allow me to have the privilege to minister to fellow Christians who have such a Christ-like heart. To God alone be praise!”

Past Winners 2004-05 2003-04 2002-03 2001-02 2000-01

2009-10 Amy Georgson, Nathan Walther 2008-09 Sam Kleinke, Jaymie Bergmeier, Jeff Grundmeier 2007-08 Kevin Boushek, Nathan Nass 2006-07 Michelle Lecker, Nicholas Raith 2005-06 Rebecca Hahn, Zachary Seeger

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Melanie Brunk None Sarah Backus Sarah Janke David Boettcher

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LEGACY EGACYY The Barbara Klockziem

Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the Gilbert Sechrist Family Trust in 2000, in memory of Barbara Klockziem (1944-1989) and in honor of Dr. Roger Klockziem, who has served as a professor at (D)MLC since 1979, most recently in the math/ science division.

The purpose of the Barbara Klockziem Scholarship is to recognize students who have demonstrated faithfulness in multiple areas while on the MLC campus. Student faithfulness with their God-given abilities is a precursor to service in the public ministry.

God blessed Barbara with a desire and ability for faithfulness in her roles as a student at DMLC (1966), as a teacher at two Lutheran schools, as a mother of five children, and as a supporting wife to Roger.

Scholarship Criteria The MLC math/science division will nominate three potential recipients who are secondary math or science education majors in their sophomore, junior, senior, or fifth year, with a GPA of 2.75 or better. Nominees should also demonstrate potential for service in the teaching ministry and broad participation in the campus community. Financial need of students may be a factor. The winner will be chosen in the fall of the year, the amount determined by the fund income.

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SCHOLARSHIP 2010-2011 Winner:

JACOB STEINMETZ Jacob Steinmetz, a member of St. Martin-Watertown SD and a 2008 graduate of Great Plains LHS, plans to graduate in May 2013 with a double major in Elementary Education and Secondary Math Education. Jacob has been involved with intramural sports, track and field, and Meet Math, a club that creates and manages a competitive math testing program for 16 high schools and 250 grade schools.

From Jacob: “Throughout the course of my study at MLC, I have learned a tremendous amount about teaching and the public ministry at the elementary and secondary levels. Both my teaching and learning experiences have been beneficial to me as I prepare for fulltime service. Thank you, Klockziem family, for generously giving a scholarship that will help me as I pursue my education to become a teacher.�

Past Winners 2009-10 2008-09 2007-08 2006-07

Rachel Rupnow Laurel Utecht Scott Salesky Tanya Weichel

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Amber Kluge Kevin Zimmerman Brent Archer Ethan Hutchinson

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Pictured: (front) Herman, Lawrence, Rosa, Antonia; (back) Philipp, Paul, Albert, Felix.

Herman and Antonia Lehmann were married in 1883 and had six children.

Four of their sons, Albert, Philipp, Paul, and Lawrence, attended Dr. Martin Luther College in the high school and/or college divisions. Dr. Winfred Lehmann, a grandchild of W Herman (1858-1943) and Antonia (nee Schnabel, 1865-1947), established this scholarship in 1998, writing, “I consider his course of w sending his sons to your institution for potential careers as teachers or ministers admirable and worthy of memorialization.” He added, “There should be many members of the church who would honor their grandparents by establishing scholarships in their names.”

Scholarship Criteria This scholarship is open to students in the fall of their graduation year who have a cumulative GPA of 3.75 or better. The winner will be selected by the Financial Aid Committee from applications submitted. Number and size of awards may vary, based on fund income.

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PRIZE 2008-2009 Winner:

LEAH WILBERTS Leah, a member of St. John-New Ulm MN and a graduate of Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School, graduated in 2009 with a Bachelor of Science in Education, majoring in elementary education with an emphasis in physical education. While at MLC, she was involved with Children’s Theater.

Leah writes: Just over a year ago I got married to my husband, Logan. It’s a busy little life we have. I go to school five days a week and work as a waitress four nights as well. It is largely due to your scholarship that we are able to make this arrangement work. And it is important for it to work, because I want nothing more than to one day use what I am learning now to serve my Lord in the public ministry.

Past Winners 2007-08 2006-07 2005-06 2004-05 2003-04

Claire Natsis Katie Myers Greg Baures None Joseph Gumm

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LEGACY EGACYY The Rev. Philipp L.H. & Elenore F.A. Lehmann

Scholarship

Rev. Philipp L. H. Lehmann & Elenore F. A. Lehmann were married in 1913 and were blessed with four children: Arnold and Winfred Lehmann, Doris Lehmann Urban, and Ruth Lehmann Bentley. Philipp Lehmann served the Lord in the public ministry in the WELS. His wife, Elenore nee Grosnick, was an excellent support to his ministry. The scholarship was established in their honor by their son, Dr. Winfred P. Lehmann. Originally established for Northwestern College in 1963, it resided at Luther Prep School after the amalgamation until 2003 when Winfred Lehmann moved it to MLC.

Scholarship Criteria This scholarship is open to first-year preseminary students active in the music program of Martin Luther College. Applicants must write an essay on how participation in a music activity at MLC will assist them in their future ministries. Financial need, as demonstrated in the students’ FAFSAs, will also be a factor in the selection of the winner. The scholarship will be renewed with the provision that the student continue to be active in the music program and to make satisfactory academic progress.

The scholarship is currently $1000. Number and size of awards may vary, based on fund income.

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SCHOLARSHIP 2011 Winner:

JOSHUA PAUSTIAN Joshua Paustian is a first-year student in the MLC preseminary track. A member of Good ShepherdWest Bend WI and a graduate of Kettle Moraine LHS, he plans to graduate in 2014 with a Bachelor of Arts, a major in Classical Biblical Languages and a minor in Latin. Josh is involved in MLC soccer, and he sings in the Chorale.

Joshua writes: I believe that a strong praise and worship life leads to a very personal relationship with God and strengthens faith. An expressive and nuanced worship service can complement the message and the Word very well . . . I would definitely enjoy joining and perhaps even leading and directing my future congregation’s choir. It would be my pleasure and a privilege to put together extra worship services, orders of service, find organists and pianists, or work with groups to accompany and lead worship, because I know that these things can be very, very beneficial to a congregation. I look forward very much to learning how to do all of these things and more.

Past Winners 2010 2009 2008 2007

2006 2005 2004

Joshua Jensen None Nathan Loersch Evan Chartrand, Tim Rosenow

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Scholarship

Dr. Ruth Preston Lehmann (1912-2000) was an internationally recognized scholar of Celtic and Old English. After earning her B.A. and M.A. from Cornell University and her Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin, she edited language texts for the U.S. Armed Forces Institute in Washington during World War II. She then taught medieval literature and linguistics, with a focus on Old Irish, at George Washington University, Washington University in St. Louis, and finally the University of Texas. She and her husband, Dr. Winfred P. Lehmann, co-authored An Introduction to Old Irish, a text still in use at universities across the country. This scholarship was established in 2000 by her husband, Winfred Lehmann, to honor outstanding female students at Martin Luther College.

Scholarship Criteria This scholarship is open to female students in the fall of their graduation year, who have a cumulative GPA of 3.75 or better. Winners are selected by the Financial Aid Committee from applications submitted. Two scholarships of $1000 will be awarded annually. Number and size of awards may vary, based on fund income.

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SCHOLARSHIP 2008-2009 Winners:

SARAH JANKE AND EMILY MAYER Sarah, a member of Bethel-Sioux Falls SD and a graduate of Luther Preparatory School, graduated in May 2009 with a Bachelor of Science in Education, majoring in elementary education with an emphasis in English. Sarah was involved in MLC soccer, Daylight USA, Aulic Committee, and intramurals.

From Sarah: It is generous donors like the Lehmanns who make my education at MLC a reality.

The financial assistance I’ve received has truly been a blessing as I focus on my preparation for the public ministry.

Emily, a member of St. John-Mukwonago WI and a graduate of Wisconsin Lutheran High School, graduated in May 2009 with a Bachelor of Science in Education and a double major: elementary education and secondary Spanish education.

She served MLC as a Spanish instructor for a semester of her last year of college. She was also involved in MLC Forum, Senate, Chorale, College Choir, intramurals, dorm staff, and the Daylight program.

From Emily: I am grateful for the generous hearts of the Lehmann family, as their gift has enabled me and many others to continue our training at MLC, equipping us to share God’s grace with others.

Past Winners 2007-08 2006-07 2005-06 2004-05

Rachel Nass, Leah Beck Jennifer Joecks, Cara Zarnstorff Rachel Kassulke, Kate Schaffer Katie Lange

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LEGACY EGACYY The Winfred P. Lehmann

Language Award

Winfred P. Lehmann (1916-2007) graduated from Northwestern College-Watertown WI and then the University of Wisconsin, where he earned a Ph.D. in Germanic linguistics. A Fulbright Scholar, winner of a Guggenheim Fellowship, president of both the Linguistic Society of America and the Modern Language Association, and the author of more than three dozen books, he spent most of his career as professor at the University of Texas-Austin, and founding director of the Linguistics Research Center. A strong advocate of Lutheran education, he served as chairman of his congregation’s Christian education board, and he established three scholarships at Martin Luther College. The Winfred P. Lehmann Language Award was established in his honor by his brother, Arnold O. Lehmann, Ph.D.

Scholarship Criteria This scholarship is designated for a professor or student who distinguishes himself in an exceptional way in foreign language study. The size and number of awards may vary, depending on fund income.

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LANGUAGE AWARD 2010-2011 Winner:

JACOB HAAG

Growing up in Fond du Lac WI, Jacob discovered his love of languages at Winnebago Lutheran Academy and eventually graduated in May 2010 from MLC with a Bachelor of Arts in preseminary studies. At MLC, he played on the golf team for four years, participated in intramurals, and was a member of the Aulic Committee, but was especially active in all areas of music. He also tutored his fellow classmates in the Academic Success Center in German, Greek, and Hebrew. He developed a special fondness for German, going on an immersion trip to Kassel in 2008 and later enrolling at Lutherisches Theologisches Seminar, the seminary of the WELS’ sister synod in Leipzig, for the 2010-2011 school year.

“I find it so interesting how a language can transport you into a new culture,” he says, “from the Old Testament world, to the Roman Empire, to the Christian Church in the Reformation, to Western Europe in the 21st century. I would really like to send my thanks to the Lehmann family for establishing this award to encourage us as pastors to develop and keep using the language gifts God has given us to better proclaim and explain his Word to the world!”

22010-2011 Winner:

ANDREW SCHMIEGE A A Andrew Schmiege is a member of Christ-Oakley MI and a graduate of Michigan Lutheran Seminary. He graduated from MLC in May 2011 and then immediately began his master’s degree work in Spanish at Middlebury College in Vermont.

At MLC, he participated in track and intramurals. He went on three Spanish A immersion trips to Ecuador and Argentina. “It is a blessing and honor to receive the Dr. Winfred P. Lehmann Language Scholarship,” he says. “I would like to thank the Lehmann family and MLC for this distinguished award. I pray God continue to gguide me to use his gifts faithfully and for the good of his kingdom.”

Past Winner 2002

Daniel Bondow

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Scholarship John Micheel (b.1942) served God as a professor on this campus for 44 years. He was called to Dr. Martin Luther High School in 1964, where he taught math and physics and coached track, basketball, and football. In 1970 he switched to the “college division,� teaching DMLC mathematics and computer courses, coaching basketball, and later doing computer support work.

This scholarship was established in 2007.

Scholarship Criteria The recipient of this scholarship, chosen by the MLC math/science division, will be a sophomore, junior, senior, or fifth-year student who is a secondary math or science education major. The student must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.75 or better, display potential for service in the teaching ministry, and participate in athletics at MLC. The size and number of awards may vary, based on fund income.

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SCHOLARSHIP 2010-2011 Winner:

GREG HOLZHUETER Greg Holzhueter, a member of St. Mark-Mankato MN and a graduate of Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School, is a 2010 MLC graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree in Secondary Mathematics Education.

At MLC, he earned All-Conference honors in football, basketball, and baseball; helped begin the MLC student service organization Anchor; sang in the Chorale; and tutored students in the area of mathematics. Greg volunteered his time in Fargo ND as a part of the Daylight USA program. “My time at Martin Luther College, as I have developed strong Christian relationships and had the opportunity to be in God’s Word on a daily basis, has been invaluable to me in preparing me for a life of Christian service and witnessing.”

Greg writes: I would like to thank you for the scholarship awarded to me on behalf of the Math/Science Division of Martin Luther College. I consider it a great blessing to have received quality training and education in my area of interest throughout my time at MLC. I appreciate your generosity and your desire to continue to support the students of Martin Luther College.

Past Winners 2009-10 Brian Gephart 2008-09 April Cook

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LEGACY EGACYY The MLC Auxiliary

Scholarship

The MLC Ladies’ Auxiliary exists to T promote greater interest in MLC, promote Christian fellowship among women of WELS, and give financial w support to MLC by supplying funds for extra-budgetary projects. It is organized and operated by women in Minnesota, western Wisconsin, and northern Iowa and supported financially by individuals all over the country. The members gather at area meetings each spring and at a joint Auxiliary Day on MLC’s campus every October. This scholarship fund was established in 1963, when a single scholarship of $250 was awarded. The number and size of the awards have grown over the years. In 2008, the four recipients each received $500.

Scholarship Criteria All incoming first-year students with a GPA of 3.75 or better are eligible. Recipients are chosen based on their academic achievement and financial need. Recipients receive $500, and the award is renewable for three more years. Size and number of awards may vary, based on fund income.

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SCHOLARSHIP 2010-2011 Winner:

MEGAN WOHLRABE Megan Wohlrabe, a member of Fount of Life-Colorado Springs CO and a graduate of Peyton High School, is pursuing a double major in Communication Arts/Literature and Elementary Education with plans to graduate in 2015. Her first year she was involved in choir, intramural volleyball and basketball, as well as Children’s Theater, and she hopes to be involved in College Choir and the musical in future years.

From Megan: I would like to thank the Ladies’ Auxiliary so much for their generosity. I’m the first in my family to pursue a career in the ministry, so it means a lot to get support! It will really help me financially to reach my goal of being a teacher. May God continue to bless your work in His kingdom!

Past Winners 2003 Jonathan Loescher 2002 Heidi Priebe 2001 Souksamay Phesanghane 2000 Lydia Eberhardt 1999 Christopher Rathje 1998 Paul Becker 1997 Ryan Wolfe

2009 Aimee Ulm 2008 Carla Carmichael 2007 Grace Bey 2006 David Wendland 2006 Elyshia Shafer 2005 Laura Backus 2004 Leah Dose

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LEGACY EGACYY The Zachary D. Moyle

Scholarship Endowment Zachary D. Moyle (1990-2009) was one of the 2008 valedictorians of Lakeside Lutheran High School—Lake Mills WI and a student in the preseminary program at Martin Luther College. He was a passionate Christian, beloved family member, and devoted friend. A member of the National Honor Society, he enjoyed football, soccer, music, and the great outdoors of northern Wisconsin.

The purpose of the Zachary D. Moyle Scholarship, which was established in his memory in 2009, is to encourage and assist students graduating from Lakeside Lutheran High School to share the gospel of Jesus Christ through the preaching ministry.

Scholarship Criteria This scholarship will be awarded annually to a Lakeside Lutheran High School graduate enrolling in the preseminary program at Martin Luther College. The recipient, who will be chosen by Lakeside Lutheran High School, should exhibit traits necessary to successfully preach the saving gospel of Jesus Christ and should demonstrate Christian characteristics as revealed in Scripture. Financial need should not be a deciding factor. The size of awards will vary, depending on funds available.

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SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT 2010-2011 Winner:

JASON ZUEHLKE Jason Zuehlke, a member of St. Peter-Helenville WI and a graduate of Lakeside LHS, is a preseminary student with a minor in German. In his first year he worked in the cafeteria, sang in Men’s Choir, studied piano, and played intramurals.

From Jason: “This service that you perform is not only supplying the needs of God’s people, but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanks to God. Because of the service by which you have proved yourselves, men will praise God…And in their prayers for you their hearts will go out to you, because of the surpassing grace God has given you” (2 Corinthians 9:12-13a,14).

I am so grateful to the Moyle family. I thank you and God for helping me to be properly trained in his Word. My prayers do go out to you. You have become a wonderful blessing to me, and neither I nor the LORD will forget it. For Christ says in Matthew 25: “Then the King will say to those on his right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father; take your inheritance, the kingdom prepared for you since the creation of the world. . . . I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.’” I pray that God will bless you continually until you receive that ultimate blessing!

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LEGACY GACYY The President Adam Martin

Grant for Living Languages Professor Adam Martin served as the first president of Northwestern College, which was established in 1865 in Watertown, Wisconsin. The institution, originally called “Wisconsin University” and then “Northwestern University,” had 11 students in two levels, college and seminary, and two professors, Martin and Pastor Eduard Moldehnke. Martin taught exclusively in English and envisioned Northwestern becoming a true American university offering courses in law, medicine, and the arts, in addition to theology. A good speaker with a pleasing personality and a drive to raise money for the new school, Martin served until 1869. Although his vision for the Watertown campus was quite different from the ministerial education school it became, his early support of the college is appreciated.

After his resignation in 1869, he served as a German professor at Gettysburg College in Pennsylvania. He died in 1921.

Scholarship Criteria and History This grant is one of 10 established by the Northwestern College Alumni Society in honor of the seven presidents of Northwestern College (Watertown, Wisconsin). Northwestern was the WELS pastor-training college from 1865 to 1995, when it amalgamated with Dr. Martin Luther College to form Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota.

Grant winners are Martin Luther College preseminary students who are nominated and selected by the faculty based on their general academic achievement, campus citizenship and participation, potential for pastoral ministry, and excellence in a particular area.

The first grants were awarded in 1996. For the past several years, the grants have been worth $1000 each.

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PRESIDENTS FUND GRANTS 2010-2011 Winner:

ANDREW GERLACH Andrew Gerlach is a member of Christ the Lord-Brookfield WI and a 2007 graduate of Wisconsin Lutheran High School.

Participating in drama productions, tutoring, singing in choir, and teaching piano lessons are ways he stays busy at MLC. Through WELS Kingdom Workers, he spent last year in Mexico, teaching English and helping with mission work. Graduating in 2012, he hopes to continue his studies at Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary. He feels incredibly blessed to be receiving the President Adam Martin Grant for Living Languages, and he thanks the Lord for his gifts and for providing the church with such willing servants.

Past Winners 2004-05 Christopher Ewings (Spanish) 2003-04 Christopher Ewings (Spanish) 2002-03 Abram Degner (Spanish) 2001-02 Michael Novotny (Spanish)

2009-10 Peter Janke (Spanish) 2008-09 Nathaniel Walther (Spanish) 2007-08 Justin Gran (Spanish) 2006-07 Nathan Nass (Spanish) 2005-06 Paul Bowe (Spanish)

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LEGACY GACYY The President Lewis O. Thompson

Grant for Worship and Music

Lewis O. Thompson served as the second president of Northwestern College, which was still called Northwestern University and still struggling to find its true purpose as well as its financial footing. Considered a very capable teacher, Thompson joined the faculty in 1866 and remained until 1871, with his short presidency running from 1869 to 1870. During his year as president, the board redirected the purpose of the college from an English-speaking university, the vision of previous president, Adam Martin, toward a German-speaking ministerial education school, training German-speaking pastors for German-speaking congregations. Thompson also published the first college catalogs, 500 in English and 500 in German.

After leaving in 1871, he went on to serve as pastor in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, and Peoria, Illinois.

Scholarship Criteria and History This grant is one of 10 established by the Northwestern College Alumni Society in honor of the seven presidents of Northwestern College (Watertown, Wisconsin). Northwestern was the WELS pastor-training college from 1865 to 1995, when it amalgamated with Dr. Martin Luther College to form Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota.

Grant winners are Martin Luther College preseminary students who are nominated and selected by the faculty based on their general academic achievement, campus citizenship and participation, potential for pastoral ministry, and excellence in a particular area.

The first grants were awarded in 1996. For the past several years, the grants have been worth $1000 each.

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PRESIDENTS FUND GRANTS 2010-2011 Winner:

LUCAS PROEBER Lucas Proeber is a member of St. Paul-Saginaw MI and a 2009 graduate of Michigan LutheranSeminary. He has travelled around the country for Daylight ministry trips and participates in Wind Symphony, College Choir, Aulic Committee, Forum, Student Senate, and intramurals. He also plays organ and trumpet for worship on a regular basis.

“I am reminded of the deep love and strong fellowship that I share with God’s people,” he says. “Enough thanks cannot be said for the gracious gift that has come to me from you through the President Lewis O. Thompson Grant for Worship and Music! May God continue to be glorified in all that we do, both here and abroad.”

Past Winners 2004-05 Timothy Nass 2003-04 Charles Habeck 2002-03 Jonathan Bauer 2001-02 Jonathan Bauer 2000-01 Adam Bode

2009-10 Darin Warnecke 2008-09 Lloyd Harter 2007-08 Timothy Rosenow 2006-07 Jacob Behnken 2005-06 Brian Schmidt

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LEGACY GACYY The President August F. Ernst

Grant for Confessional Languages

Dr. August F. Ernst (1841-1924) served Northwestern College for 50 years, 48 of those as president (1871 to 1919). Known affectionately as “The Old Man” or “Oley,” he was well-loved by his students. “It was he,” said his obituary, “who to a great extent cultivated [his students’] individuality and brought their innate powers to light.”

During his tenure as Northwestern’s third president, the “Joint Synod” (Evangelical Lutheran Synod of Wisconsin and Other States) was born (1892), the beloved Kaffeemuehle burned down (1894), the name of the college was changed from Northwestern University to Northwestern College (1910), the Sprinter was gifted to the college (1912), and the country endured World War I (1914-1918). Said college historian and later NWC president Erwin Kowalke, “If any man shaped the destinies of Northwestern, it was he.”

Scholarship Criteria and History This grant is one of 10 established by the Northwestern College Alumni Society in honor of the seven presidents of Northwestern College (Watertown, Wisconsin). Northwestern was the WELS pastor-training college from 1865 to 1995, when it amalgamated with Dr. Martin Luther College to form Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota.

Grant winners are Martin Luther College preseminary students who are nominated and selected by the faculty based on their general academic achievement, campus citizenship and participation, potential for pastoral ministry, and excellence in a particular area.

The first grants were awarded in 1996. For the past several years, the grants have been worth $1000 each.

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PRESIDENTS FUND GRANTS 2010-2011 Winner for German:

ANDREW EWINGS

Andrew Ewings is a member of Lord of Love-DeForest WI, and a graduate of Lakeside Lutheran High School. At MLC he participated in all the language programs—Greek, Hebrew, Latin, German, and Spanish—the Spanish immersion trip, intramurals, and the Daylight USA program. He feels incredibly blessed to have received the President August F. Ernst Grant for Confessional Languages (German) and more blessed simply to have been able to attend Martin Luther College and learn at the feet of the professors and his Savior. He is humbled to have the opportunity to be able to learn the truths of the Scriptures and read some of the Lutheran fathers.

2010-2011 Winner for German and Latin:

JOSHUA JENSEN

Joshua Jensen is a member of St. Mark-Watertown WI and a graduate of Luther Preparatory School. He intends to graduate in May 2013 and to continue his studies at Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary the following fall. At MLC, he has participated in MLC Forum (drama), Chorale, intramurals, and the Daylight USA program. “It is a humbling honor to receive the President August F. Ernst Grant for Confessional Languages (both German and Latin). Such supporters of ministerial education are truly a blessing from heaven and a great source of encouragement.”

Past Winners 2009-10 Andrew Hussman (German) Aaron Jensen (German & Latin) 2008-09 Jacob Haag (German), Andrew Hussman, Aaron Jensen (German & Latin) 2007-08 Daniel Johnston (Latin) Peter Metzger (German & Latin) 2006-07 Michael Koepke (German) Kevin Boushek (German & Latin) 2005-06 Jonathan Loescher (German) David Sigrist (German & Latin)

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2004-05 Brett Ehlke (Latin) Caleb Bassett (German & Latin) 2003-04 Benjamin Foxen (Latin) Jeffrey Matteson (German & Latin) 2002-03 Shane Krause (Latin) Nathaniel Biebert (German & Latin) 2001-02 Jonathan Quinn (German) Benjamin Foxen, John Behrens (German & Latin) 2000-01 Daniel Tess (German & Latin)

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LEGACY GACYY The President Erwin E. Kowalke

Grant for Biblical Languages

Erwin E. Kowalke (1887-1973) was called to Northwestern College in 1913 to teach English and serve as the college’s first athletic director. The next year Hebrew was added to his duties, and he continued to teach English and Hebrew for 53½ years. In 1919, he became the college’s fourth president, a role he filled until 1959. During these years, English replaced German as the primary medium of instruction. As the country suffered through the Depression and World War II, Kowalke kept the college on course. By the end of his tenure, this faithful servant, known to his students as EEK, was said to have trained more than 80% of WELS clergymen serving in the ministry.

Kowalke is also well-known as the author of Centennial Story: Northwestern College, 1865-1965 (Northwestern Publishing House: 1965).

Scholarship Criteria and History This grant is one of 10 established by the Northwestern College Alumni Society in honor of the seven presidents of Northwestern College (Watertown, Wisconsin). Northwestern was the WELS pastor-training college from 1865 to 1995, when it amalgamated with Dr. Martin Luther College to form Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota.

Grant winners are Martin Luther College preseminary students who are nominated and selected by the faculty based on their general academic achievement, campus citizenship and participation, potential for pastoral ministry, and excellence in a particular area.

The first grants were awarded in 1996. For the past several years, the grants have been worth $1000 each.

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PRESIDENTS FUND GRANTS 2010-2011 Winner:

DAVID STRUCELY David Strucely is a member of Trinity-Watertown WI and a graduate of Luther Preparatory School. He will graduate in May 2012 and will continue his studies at Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary. At MLC, he has participated in intramurals and the Daylight USA program. “What a blessing and honor to receive the President E. E. Kowalke Grant for Biblical Languages!” he says. “It is very humbling and encouraging to know that people place such value on continuing to study the original languages of the Bible and that they continue to support MLC’s mission of learning Greek and Hebrew as well as other languages of our church’s heritage.”

Past Winners 2001-02 Aaron Dolan 2000-01 David Naumann 1999-00 Shaun Arndt Matthew Pfeifer 1998-99 Mark Lotito 1997-98 Nathan Sutton 1996-97 Nathan Sutton

2009-10 Phil Hunter 2008-09 Evan Chartrand 2007-08 Mark Reichert 2006-07 Joshua Stine 2005-06 Jason Strong 2004-05 Joel Naumann 2003-04 Adam Nitz 2002-03 Daniel Bondow

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LEGACY EGACYY The President Carleton Toppe

Grant for GPA and Religion Carleton Toppe (1914-1998) began his ministry at Northwestern College in 1948 as professor of English. He became registrar in 1954 and then served as the college’s fifth president from 1959 to 1987.

His presidency saw great changes at the school, all introduced with care and deliberation. Two dormitories, a gymnasium, and a remodeled auditorium were added to campus. The preparatory department was separated from the college department and renamed “Northwestern Preparatory School.� The college sought and was granted accreditation. And the curriculum was redrawn, with a reduction in required credits, a reduced emphasis on languages, and the addition of many electives. A gifted teacher and leader, Carleton Toppe served the college and the church well for four decades.

In his retirement he wrote a history of Northwestern College, Holding the Course: Northwestern College 125 (Northwestern Publishing House: 1990).

Scholarship Criteria and History This grant is one of 10 established by the Northwestern College Alumni Society in honor of the seven presidents of Northwestern College (Watertown, Wisconsin). Northwestern was the WELS pastor-training college from 1865 to 1995, when it amalgamated with Dr. Martin Luther College to form Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota.

Grant winners are Martin Luther College preseminary students who are nominated and selected by the faculty based on their general academic achievement, campus citizenship and participation, potential for pastoral ministry, and excellence in a particular area.

The first grants were awarded in 1996. For the past several years, the grants have been worth $1000 each.

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PRESIDENTS FUND GRANTS 2010-2011 Winner:

NATHAN SCHULTE Nathan Schulte is a member at St. John-Hillpoint WI and a 2008 graduate of Luther Preparatory School. At MLC, he enjoys studying and loves to sit at the feet of his amazing professors. He runs on the cross country team, is a member of the Aulic Committee, helped with a few Forum productions, is part of the dorm staff, and has ventured on a few Daylight ministry trips. He is humbly thankful for the honor of receiving the President Carleton Toppe Grant for GPA and Religion. To the Northwestern College Alumni Society he says, “Thank you for your prayers for and support of the ministry.�

Past Winners 2002-03 Aaron West 2001-02 Benjamin Radtke 2000-01 Benjamin Kuerth 1999-00 Benjamin Kuerth 1998-99 Aaron Moldenhauer 1997-98 Steven Hahm 1996-97 David Wietzke

2009-10 Isaac Cherney 2008-09 Brock Groth 2007-08 Daniel Sting 2006-07 Timothy Matthies 2005-06 Philip Moldenhauer 2004-05 Nicolas Schmoller 2003-04 Frederic Berger

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LEGACY GACYY The President Robert J. Voss

Grants for Student Government and Student Life Robert J. Voss (1926- ) served as pastor of Faith-Fond du Lac and Siloah-Milwaukee before becoming president of Wisconsin Lutheran College. When the synod voted to move all teacher training to New Ulm, Minnesota, in 1969, he became the administrator of the Board for Worker Training. He became the sixth president of Northwestern College in 1987 and served until 1993.

He brought his extensive administrative experience to Northwestern College and began planning for an expansion of the library and administrative offices.

Scholarship Criteria and History This grant is one of 10 established by the Northwestern College Alumni Society in honor of the seven presidents of Northwestern College (Watertown, Wisconsin). Northwestern was the WELS pastor-training college from 1865 to 1995, when it amalgamated with Dr. Martin Luther College to form Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota.

Grant winners are Martin Luther College preseminary students who are nominated and selected by the faculty based on their general academic achievement, campus citizenship and participation, potential for pastoral ministry, and excellence in a particular area.

The first grants were awarded in 1996. For the past several years, the grants have been worth $1000 each.

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PRESIDENTS FUND GRANTS 2010-2011 Winner for Student Government:

JULIUS BUELOW

Julius Buelow is a member of Faith-Carthage MO and a graduate of Michigan Lutheran Seminary. He plays soccer and participates in Student Senate, MLC Forum, College Choir, band, and intramurals. “It is very humbling to receive the President Robert J. Voss Grant for Student Government,” he says. “I am so thankful for the blessings and support Christ brings through the many members of his body!”

2010-2011 Winner for Student Life:

CALEB SCHMIEGE

Caleb Schmiege is a member of Eastside-Madison WI and a graduate of Lakeside Lutheran High School. As he looks forward to his 2012 MLC graduation, he runs ccross country and participates in Forum (drama), College Choir, Wind Symphony, aand intramurals. He serves as a Student Admissions Ambassador, a member of tthe MLC Forum Board, a member of the dorm staff, and a participant in the WELS Kingdom Workers Member Ministry Assistance program. He also studies Spanish and took part in the Spanish immersion trip in Argentina. “It is truly an honor to receive the President Robert J. Voss Grant for Student Life,” he says. “I feel unworthy to be studying for such a calling as the public ministry, and I am thankful for people who continually encourage those preparing to spread the gospel.”

Past Winners 2009-10 Gunnar Ledermann (Government) Nathan Loersch (Student Life) 2008-09 Kendall Cook (Government) Ben Reichel (Student Life) 2007-08 Ryan Kolander (Government) Caleb Free (Student Life) 2006-07 Jeffrey Grundmeier (Government) Jacob Schwartz (Student Life) 2005-06 Keith Schleis (Government) Caleb Kurbis (Student Life) 2004-05 Justin Vilski (Government) Timothy Grundmeier (Student Life) 2003-04 Joel Russow (Government) Mark Parsons (Student Life)

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2002-03 Jeremy Belter (Student Life) 2001-02 Eric Schroeder (Student Life) 2000-01 Geoffrey Cortright (Athletics and Student Life) 1999-00 Samuel Degner (Athletics and Student Life) 1998-99 Jason Oakland (Athletics and Student Life) 1997-98 Chad Walta (Athletics and Student Life) 1996-97 Benjamin Lawrenz (Athletics and Student Life)

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LEGACY EGACYY The President John A. Braun

Grant for English and Leadership

John A. Braun (1943- ) came to Northwestern College in 1984 as a professor of English and composition. In 1989, he assumed additional responsibilities as Director of Admissions and Recruitment. As part of those responsibilities, he organized visits by college faculty members to the districts in our synod to emphasize the recruitment of young men to serve as future pastors for outreach. He was called as the seventh president of Northwestern College in March of 1993. He helped to transition the college, its faculty, and students to its new home in New Ulm, Minnesota, when it was amalgamated with Dr. Martin Luther College to form Martin Luther College.

Scholarship Criteria and History This grant is one of 10 established by the Northwestern College Alumni Society in honor of the seven presidents of Northwestern College (Watertown, Wisconsin). Northwestern was the WELS pastor-training college from 1865 to 1995, when it amalgamated with Dr. Martin Luther College to form Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota.

Grant winners are Martin Luther College preseminary students who are nominated and selected by the faculty based on their general academic achievement, campus citizenship and participation, potential for pastoral ministry, and excellence in a particular area.

The first grants were awarded in 1996. For the past several years, the grants have been worth $1000 each.

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PRESIDENTS FUND GRANTS 2010-2011 Winner for English:

STEVEN PELISCHEK

Steven Pelischek is a member of St. Paul-Fort Atkinson WI and a 2008 graduate of Lakeside Lutheran High School. At Martin Luther College, he ran cross country, and spent some time with MLC Forum (drama), College Chorale, intramurals, dorm staff, and the Daylight USA program.

Concerning the President John A. Braun Grant for English, Steve is truly thrilled, saying, “This scholarship is much more than monetary support for which I am very appreciative. To receive this surprising help for my invaluable Christian education both humbles and encourages me! I also say thank you for thinking of and praying for me and my fellow friends and classmates, as we continue to learn more about our Savior Jesus.”

2010-2011 Winner for Leadership:

KURTIS WETZEL

Kurtis Wetzel is a graduate of Kewaskum High School-Kewaskum WI and a member of Good Shepherd-West Bend WI. After his graduation in 2012, he intends to continue his studies at Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary. At MLC, he serves as Forum Board president, participates in drama productions, sings in the men’s choir, and has participated in Daylight USA, including travel-canvass-witness trips and Member Ministry Assistance work partially funded by WELS Kingdom Workers. He is honored and humbled to receive the President John A. Braun Grant for Leadership and is thankful for the generosity of others that moves them to assist in funding the education of young men studying for ministry.

Past Winners Grant for English and Leadership 2009-10 Aaron Voss 2008-09 David Starr 2007-08 Gregory Hein 2006-07 Jason Enderle 2005-06 Kyle Bitter 2004-05 Philip Moldenhauer 2003-04 Noah Headrick 2002-03 Timothy Nass 2001-02 Philip Huebner

Grant for English 2000-01 Nathanael Scharf 1999-00 Benjamin Tomczak 1998-99 Benjamin Kuerth 1997-98 Caleb Schoeneck 1996-97 Michael Carr Grant for Leadership 2009-10 Matthew Rothe 2008-09 Ryan Kolander 2007-08 Matthew Scharf

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Memorial History Scholarship Mark Ohr (1962-1999) was a DMLC graduate of 1986. He served one year on a travel-canvasswitness team and two years at St. Andrew-St. Paul Park MN, before deciding to pursue his master’s degree in history education. He became ill, however, with an inoperable brain tumor in 1989 and spent the last 10 years of his life battling the cancer. He did receive his master’s degree from Duquesne University and returned to ministry for one year as a principal and teacher at St. John—Goodhue MN before his failing health precluded him from teaching anymore. “Mark’s time at Dr. Martin Luther College was the very best time of his life,” his mother, Elizabeth, writes. “He truly cherished all the friends he made, the professors who taught him so much, and later, all the warm memories of his time there.

Mark was a wonderful son, a loving brother, a caring friend to so many, a joy, a man of deep Christian faith, and so much more. The imprint Mark made in the hearts of those who knew him is indelible. We hope the scholarship will forever keep his memory alive at the college he loved so well and for years to come will help others as they begin their training and go forth and serve God.”

Scholarship Criteria This scholarship is open to senior or fifth-year education majors who have a special interest in and talent for teaching history. Selection will be made by the history/social studies division of the MLC faculty. Number and size of awards may vary, based on fund income.

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MEMORIAL HISTORY SCHOLARSHIP 2010-2011 Winner:

NICOLE BEGLINGER Nicole Beglinger is a member of Mt. Calvary-Waukesha, graduate of Wisconsin Lutheran High School, and a 2011 MLC graduate, majoring in elementary education with a social studies endorsement. She participated in the Chorale and ushered for many Forum productions.

From Nicole: To the Ohr Family: Thank you for your generosity. Your support of MLC students as they continue their education both in the public ministry and in the area of social studies is deeply appreciated. This scholarship was a wonderful surprise in my last year at MLC, and I thank you for this financial assistance, which helps me continue my education.

Past Winners 2009-10 None 2008-09 Joanna Smith 2007-08 Scott Brown 2006-07 Matthew Linton 2005-06 Zachary Seeger

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2004-05 Jason Schapekahm 2003-04 None 2002-03 Amanda Hieb 2001-02 Alyssa Pelzl

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Scholarship

The Precht Family Scholarship was established in 1973 in memory of Theodore Precht (1876-1925) and Maria (Hulke) Precht (1876-1953) by several of their children. The Prechts were married in 1898 at Immanuel Lutheran in Courtland. They had eight children (Elmer, Arthur, Hilda, Selma, Theodore, Maria, Melvin, and Delford), and 23 grandchildren.

Grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and friends of the Precht family continue to contribute to the fund.

Winners are selected on the basis of scholarship and need “that others might be trained for work in the church.�

Scholarship Criteria All incoming first-year students with a GPA of 3.75 or better are eligible to apply by submitting a written essay on the topic of what the scholarship would mean to them in helping fund their education.

Scholarships are $500, renewable for three years. Number and size of awards may vary, based on fund income.

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SCHOLARSHIP 2010-2011 Winner:

CARRIE FLEISCHMANN Carrie Fleischmann, a member of Trinity-Austin MN and a graduate of Saint Croix Lutheran High School, is majoring in Early Childhood Education. She plays in the Wind Symphony.

From Carrie: The Precht scholarship has been such a blessing in my life, helping me to avoid the temptation of worrying about finances and to focus instead on my school work. I’ve had so many amazing opportunities here at MLC. I am appreciative of the Precht family and thankful to have the opportunity to serve God with them.

Past Winners 2009-10 None 2008-09 Christian Birsching 2007-08 Heather Korb 2006-07 Micah Ricke

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2005-06 Katherine Spaude 2004-05 Bethany Warnecke 2003-04 Emily Nefstead 2002-03 Mollie Merten

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LEGACY EGACYY The Victor F. Voecks

Scholarship

Victor Albert Frederick Voecks (1904-1973) was assigned to Dr. Martin Luther College as an athletic coach and the college’s first tutor in 1930, following graduation from Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary. The following year he was called to a professorship, a position he held until his death. Teaching Latin and history, he also served at different periods as athletic director, registrar, and vice president, being instrumental in moving the college to a four-year status. “He was an excellent teacher, very strict, but always fair,” says his daughter, Naomi Voecks Plocher, “urging students and athletes to use their God-given talents to the best of their ability. He was a dedicated Christian who, with his wife, Olga, lived his faith quietly.” The scholarship was established in 1974 by his wife, Olga Voecks, and their children.

Scholarship Criteria This $500 scholarship is open to all education majors entering their year of graduation. It is based on active participation in cocurricular activities and in campus life while maintaining satisfactory grades. Number and size of awards may vary, based on fund income.

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SCHOLARSHIP Luke Beilke, a member of Mt. Olive-Mankato MN and a graduate of Minnesota Valley LHS, graduated in December 2010 with an Elementary Education major and a Spanish minor. At MLC, he earned All-Conference honors in football and was a member of the MLC service group Anchor. He also volunteered his time on three Daylight trips. Luke lives and teaches with his wife Rachel (Steinbrenner) Beilke (also an MLC graduate) in Bogotá, Colombia. “We love being here in Colombia with fellow believers and teaching God’s children.

The education, both spiritual and academic, that we received at Martin Luther College has thoroughly prepared us for our service in Colombia and for the rest of our lives.”

2010-2011 Winners:

GREG HOLZHUETER AND LUKE BEILKE Greg Holzhueter, a member of St. MarkMankato MN and a graduate of Minnesota Valley LHS, is a 2010 MLC graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree in Secondary Math Education. At MLC, he earned AllConference honors in football, basketball, and baseball; helped begin the MLC student service organization Anchor; sang in the Chorale; and tutored students in math. Greg volunteered his time in Fargo ND as a part of the Daylight USA program.

From Greg: “I would like to express my appreciation

From Luke: “I am so very thankful for the Voecks Scholarship, which I received this year. It is a gracious gift that helped me along in paying for my college education.”

to the Voecks family for the scholarship that I received on behalf of your loved one. Scholarships like this one are one of the many ways that students are encouraged to continue to pursue the public ministry of the gospel at Martin Luther College.”

Past Winners 2008-09 2007-08

2006-07

Emily Mayer Katrina Schneider Katherine Spaude Shawna Mehlberg Rachel Nass Linden Valus Paul Kanzenbach Jessica Burmeister Elizabeth Greenlee Jeff Dolan

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Michael Babler Renee Pappalardo Rebecca Janke Timothy McEachern Jason Schapekahm Amanda Traucht Jason Williams Kristine Miller Ann Uecker

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Memorial Scholarship Gerald “Jerry” Kastens (1947-2006) served his Lord as an elementary school teacher in Weyauwega WI, Winona MN, and Lake Mills WI; as the Administrator for the WELS Commission on Youth Discipleship; and as a staff minister at Trinity-Goodview MN and Trinity-Watertown WI. Jerry served his Lord with godly humility and evangelical love, giving himself fully to the work of the Lord, because he knew his work in the Lord was not in vain. He was a strong leader, being instrumental in establishing the WELS Conference of Staff Ministers, where he served as president for two terms. He was also a kind and thoughtful mentor, quick to encourage new staff ministers in their callings. The WELS Conference of Staff Ministers established and began funding this scholarship in 2009, in Jerry’s honor, to encourage and assist students who pursue staff ministry at Martin Luther College.

Scholarship Criteria This scholarship is open to junior, senior, and fifth-year MLC students and fulltime on-campus certification students enrolled in the staff ministry program. The winner of the scholarship will be chosen by the staff ministry students themselves (those who have completed at least one year), based on the following criteria: love for Christ and others, enthusiasm for staff ministry, ability to encourage others, servant leadership, confident humility, willingness to pioneer new ministry methods, and dedication to the advancement of staff ministry. The size and number of awards may vary, based on fund income. The scholarship was initialized in 2009 with the initial goal of awarding $500 to a single recipient.

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SCHOLARSHIP The Marjorie E. Toepel

Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Dr. Carl W. and Marilyn J. Toepel and family in memory of Marjorie E. Toepel (1945-2008). Marjorie taught 35 years at Our Savior–Wausau WI and ChristSt. Peter–Milwaukee WI. She loved to teach the Savior’s lambs, direct choir, and play the organ.

The Marjorie E. Toepel Scholarship is intended to encourage and assist Martin Luther College students preparing to share the gospel of Jesus Christ through the preaching and teaching ministries. God blessed Marjorie with a love for her teaching ministry and the opportunities it provided her to share the message of her Savior through word and song.

Scholarship Criteria This scholarship will be awarded to an MLC sophomore, junior, or senior who demonstrates strong ability to preach or teach the gospel and an interest in church music, especially the organ. Financial need may be a factor. Special consideration will be given to students from St. Paul–Howards Grove WI, Our Savior–Wausau WI, and Christ-St. Peter–Milwaukee, as well as students from the Manitowoc Conference of the Northern Wisconsin District and students from WELS world missionary families. Scholarship winners are eligible on a one-time basis. The number and size of awards will vary, depending on funds available.

2010-2011 Winner:

RACHEL WENDLAND Rachel Wendland is an Early Childhood Education major planning to graduate in December 2011. She is a member of St. Stephen-Beaver Dam WI and a graduate of Luther Preparatory School. Rachel enjoys singing in the College Choir and playing violin. She also has enjoyed learning to play the organ and has played organ for recitals, for MLC chapel, and for church at St. Stephen.

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SCHOLARSHIP SCHOLARSH LA HIP The Ryan J. Zweifel

Scholarship Endowment Ryan J. Zweifel (1990-2009) was a 2008 Lakeside Lutheran High School graduate and an education major at Martin Luther College. He was a passionate Christian, beloved family member, and devoted friend who enjoyed wrestling, soccer, and music.

The purpose of the Ryan J. Zweifel Scholarship, which was established in his memory in 2009, is to encourage and assist students graduating from Lakeside Lutheran High School to share the gospel of Jesus Christ through the teaching ministry.

Scholarship Criteria This scholarship will be awarded annually to a Lakeside Lutheran High School graduate enrolling as an education major at Martin Luther College. The recipient, who will be chosen by Lakeside Lutheran High School, should exhibit traits necessary to successfully teach the saving gospel of Jesus Christ and should demonstrate Christian characteristics as revealed in Scripture. Financial need may be a factor.

The size of awards will vary, depending on funds available.

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SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT 2008-2009 Winner:

MOLLY GRAUMANN Molly Graumann, a member of Bethany-Fort Atkinson WI and a graduate of Lakeside Lutheran High School, is pursuing a major in Elementary Education and a minor in Spanish with plans to graduate in 2014. Her first year she was involved in Women’s Choir, piano, intramural volleyball, racquetball, and tutoring, and she hopes to be involved in the upcoming plays in the future.

From Molly: I would like to thank the Zweifel family for their generous financial assistance to me.

Their support has meant so much to me, helping me out in ways I could not have imagined.

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Heritage Circle The Martin Luther College Heritage Circle is a group of individuals, families, congregations, and other organizations who have a love for the rich heritage of Christian education and ministerial training in the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod, who have established an endowment fund with a minimum of $500, and who wish to maintain their identity as donors.

Heritage Circle Endowment Funds grow over time through investment and through continued contributions to them from relatives and friends. Generally, 4% annually will become a part of the general financial aid that MLC offers to all students who have need.

If you’d like to establish a Heritage Circle Endowment Fund in your own name or the name of a beloved family member, the MLC Mission Advancement Office will be glad to assist you.

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HERITAGE RITAG GE CIRCLE IRCLE The Albrechts of Eschenau Memorial Fund

This fund was established to honor the memory of the Albrechts, four brothers and a sister, who came to the United States from Eschenau, Germany, in the 1880s and went into the ministry in the Minnesota Synod. Christian Johann Albrecht (pictured) was president of the Minnesota Synod in the mid-1880s and a founding father of Dr. Martin Luther College. Many descendants of the Albrechts continue to serve in the public ministry of the WELS. Income from the fund is distributed to students with financial need.

The Barnabas Grant Fund

This fund was established by the family of Professor Emeritus Cyril Spaude (1930-2008), who left behind an exemplary model of faithful, willing, steady service. Hebrew and Greek students who attended Northwestern College between 1966 and 1995 were the beneficiaries of that careful service, and many will remember the extra time he gave and the patient manner he used to encourage and instruct. The New Testament name “Barnabas� refers to encouragement; thus, the $500 Barnabas Grant is given annually to an undergraduate preseminary student for whom biblical language study is a challenge that requires hard work, dedication, and the encouragement of his instructors. Financial need is also a consideration for this award.

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NAMED ENDOWMENTS The Edwin and Malinda Buss Memorial Trust Fund

This fund was established by Lois Ann Buss and Richard Buss (1930-2004) in honor of their parents, Edwin (1901-1961) and Malinda (1906-1977) Buss (top). Edwin, a factory worker, and Malinda, a stay-at-home mom, encouraged their children to go into the work of the church. Lois Ann (bottom left) taught for 40 years, and Richard (bottom right) preached and taught for 40 years, including 25 years (1970-1995) as an English professor at Dr. Martin Luther College. “We wanted to honor our parents, who demonstrated the importance of parental guidance and encouragement, and provide help for students who want to go into the teaching ministry,” said Lois Ann. Income from the fund is given to education majors who have financial need.

The Dr. Martin Luther College Alumni Fund

The Dr. Martin Luther College Class of 1966 established this fund in 1999 at their 33rd class reunion. The class of ’66 numbered 81 at their graduation, with a majority of them entering and remaining in the teaching ministry, serving at all levels from early childhood education to college. The class of ’66 acknowledged with thanks to God the Christ-centered education received at DMLC in preparation for the teaching ministry and life. They urge any and all alumni of MLC and DMLC to give toward this fund, the proceeds of which assist current education majors who have financial need.

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HERITAGE RITAG GE CIRCLE IRCLE The Gaertner and Harting Memorial Fund

Family members of Philip and Luella Gaertner (top) and Lorvin and Edna Harting (bottom) established this fund to glorify God, to support future called workers of the WELS, and to honor the memory of their loved ones who, moved by the gospel, all served the Lord. Specifically, Philip Gaertner held many offices in local WELS congregations and in the church at large, encouraged two of his children to enter the public ministry, and was a strong supporter of the WELS in its ministry. Luella Gaertner had a heart for missions and was instrumental in starting the LWMS chapter at Trinity-Neenah WI. Lorvin Harting served in various offices in local congregations. Edna Harting faithfully served the Lord on altar guild. Income from the fund is distributed to students with financial need.

The Heckmann Endowment

George Heckmann (1921-1996) and his wife, Helene Behrens Heckmann (1922-2003), established this fund in 1993 in thanksgiving for God’s blessings on their family. George Heckmann served as a geography professor at DMLC from 1962 to 1988.

He also directed summer school and special services, once scheduling an up-and-coming entertainer named John Denver for the DMLC stage. George and Helene had four children: Gerald, Ruth, Bruce, and Naomi. Income from the fund is given to students in educational studies who have financial need.

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NAMED ENDOWMENTS The Houska-Larsen

Ministerial Endowment Fund This fund was established in 2000 by Ray and Irene Houska (top), members of First—La Crosse WI. “We considered it to be a very worthy cause to help others,” they said. “It also served to memorialize my sister, Leona Lachelt Larsen (1913-2000), and her husband, Al Larsen (1909-1991, bottom), of Milwaukee, who had been co-contributors before they passed away.” Income from the fund is distributed to students with financial need.

The Walter O. and Frieda Johnson Memorial Scholarship Fund

This fund was established in 1997 in honor of Walter O. Johnson (1897-1996) and Frieda Johnson (1899-1980) by their three children, Walter A. Johnson, Edna Johnson Haferman, and Elaine Johnson Wittrock. Walter O. Johnson taught school for 51 years at St. Paul-Green Bay, Wisconsin, and St. Paul-Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. He also served in World War I as an ambulance driver in France. Both Walter and Frieda were very dedicated to the work of the Lord, and many descendants of the Johnsons continue to serve in the WELS teaching ministry. The Johnson children explain, “Through this grant, help can be given to students as they continue their education at Martin Luther College.” Income from the fund is allocated to MLC students who have financial need, with preference given to students who are members of St. PaulWisconsin Rapids.

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HERITAGE RITAG GE CIRCLE IRCLE The E.C. Kiessling Memorial Fund

Dr. Elmer C. Kiessling (1895-1981) taught English at Northwestern College, Watertown, Wisconsin, for 46 years, 1927-1973. He married Esther Brockmann on Christmas Day, 1930. He was the author of The Early Sermons of Luther and Their Relation to the Pre-Reformation Sermons (1935, reprinted in 1971), Watertown Remembered, a history of Watertown (1976), and Centennial Memoir, the story of the NWC Alumni Society (1979). The proceeds from this fund assist young men in preseminary studies at Martin Luther College.

The William and Elfa Kochenderfer Fund

In 1991, William and Elfa Kochenderfer established this fund to give tuition assistance to Martin Luther College students who are members at St. Michael窶認ountain City WI, Zion-Alma WI, Christ-Cochrane WI, Dr. Martin Luther-Cochrane WI, and St. Matthew-Winona MN.

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NAMED ENDOWMENTS The Bob and Helen Krueger Scholarship Fund

Professor Bob Krueger and his wife, Helen Krueger, Krueger served Martin Luther College faithfully for more than three decades. Bob began his tenure in 1971, serving as a professor of religion and social studies, the financial aid administrator, and a coach. Helen worked for 20 years in the (D)MLC library. Realizing the great importance of financial aid for students training for the public ministry at MLC, the couple established this fund in 2007 to be used primarily for need-based grants and scholarships.

The Luehrs

Memorial Scholarship This fund was established in 1966 by Arnold (1915-1991) and Helen Luehrs (1923-2010) in memory of their only child, Deloris E. Luehrs (1940-1956). Deloris (pictured) had planned to attend Dr. Martin Luther College to be a teacher, but she died at the age of 16 in a car accident. “We felt, as she could not fulfill her goal, we would like to help others as much as we could,” said her mother, Helen. “May God’s blessing go with them as they carry on in Deloris’s memory.” Proceeds from the fund are distributed to students with financial need.

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HERITAGE RITAG GE CIRCLE IRCLE The Alan and Muriel Meyer Endowment Fund

This fund was established in 2004 by Alan and Muriel Meyer.

Meyer The Meyers are members of Immanuel-Salem OR, where Alan serves as chairman of the Endowment Committee and Muriel is the church administrative assistant. They have five grown children and 10 grandchildren. “We are confident,” they said, “knowing that our gifts to Martin Luther College help with their ministry in preparing our future leaders.” Income from the fund is distributed to students with financial need.

The Johannes P. Meyer

Student Aid Endowment Fund Johannes Peter Carl Meyer (1873-1964) taught Latin and Greek at Dr. Martin Luther College from 1903 to 1915. After serving three years as pastor of St. Paul-Oconomowoc WI, he was called back to DMLC as its president in 1918. He served only two years, but they were important years; the college and the city of New Ulm, both very German institutions, were reeling from the impact of World War I. He was then called to Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary, where he served as professor from 1920 to 1964, including a term as president from 1937 to 1953.

In 1959, at the age of 86, Professor Meyer spoke at DMLC’s diamond jubilee, where he said: “Just as David was the center of Israel’s political life, so David’s Greater Son must be the center of all true learning in a school which serves Him and His Church.” Johannes P. Meyer married Lydia Reinke in 1903, and God blessed them with four children: John, Henry, Arnold, and Lydia. This fund was established in 2000 by his son, Pastor Henry G. Meyer (1907-2005, DMLC class of 1928).

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NAMED ENDOWMENTS The Robert and Daniel Neitzel Charitable Trust

Charles W. Neitzel, Sr. (1902-2003) established the “Robert and Daniel Neitzel Charitable Trust” in honor of his sons Robert and Daniel Neitzel, Neitzel who both died as young men. Charles was a member of Zion—Morton MN, where he served as president and council member several times. He also enjoyed being a delegate to WELS district and synod conventions.

These need-based grants went into effect in 2003. Priority is given to members of Zion—Morton MN, then to members of the Minnesota District, and finally to all members of WELS.

The St. Paul—Seaforth MN Endowment Fund

On August 9, 2009, St. Paul-Seaforth MN closed its doors.

For 109 years, faithful pastors served the congregation with the gospel in Word and sacrament. In appreciation, the 39 remaining members established an endowment fund at Martin Luther College for the training of pastors, teachers, and staff ministers to serve future generations with the means of grace. All monies from the sale of the church property and furnishings, as well as remaining undesignated funds, flowed into this endowment. The interest will be distributed in annual grants to MLC students on the basis of need, aptitude for ministry, and faithfulness in the use of their God-given gifts. To God be the glory for this legacy from St. Paul-Seaforth MN.

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HERITAGE RITAG GE CIRCLE IRCLE The Schweppe

Scholarship Fund Carl L. Schweppe (1892-1969) joined the faculty of Dr. Martin Luther College as an English professor in 1920 and served as president 1936-1966. As president, Schweppe was committed to providing adequate women’s housing and up-to-date music facilities. The construction of Centennial Hall and the Music Center accomplished those goals. When President Schweppe retired, having taken the college through the difficult depression and war years, as well as the optimistic post-war boom, he had been a part of the school for 46 of its 82 years. Writes Professor Emeritus Morton Schroeder in his book A Time to Remember (1984), “Small wonder his name and that of the college are inextricably intertwined.”

The Servant’s Heart

Ministerial Education Fund This fund was established in 2011 by Victoria Schwab in memory of her husband, John Schwab (1957-2008), a member of Holy Scripture-Fort Wayne, Indiana. “Being a lifelong WELS member had given him a deep and abiding faith that held him up, especially through difficult times of his life,” said his wife, Victoria. “He was so grateful for that, and he had an incredible attitude of service and humility.” Mr. Schwab was very supportive of young people who chose to attend Martin Luther College and excited about what they could do for the Lord with their lives. He especially appreciated those “who may not have been at the head of their class but had a heart for service,” said his wife. Proceeds from this fund will be given to those who have demonstrated within their congregations a servant’s heart and who wish to attend Martin Luther College in order to continue their service and glorify their Lord by sharing the gospel through the public ministry.

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NAMED ENDOWMENTS The Sievert

Scholarship Fund Professor Erich H. (1912-1994) and Adelia R. (1913-2001) Sievert established this fund in 1986, to the glory of God and in loving memory of the family of Louis (Ludwig) C. Sievert (1874-1942).

Professor Erich Sievert taught in the DMLC education department for 39 years. His wife, Adelia Schumacher Sievert, served as a student teacher supervisor at St. Paul’s from 1959 to 1978. Erich and Adelia’s great respect for the public ministry mirrored what Erich had learned growing up in the home of Louis and Emily Sievert, where Erich and six of his seven siblings entered the public ministry. In 1986, Erich wrote: “My father, Louis C. Sievert, who began his ministry in New Ulm in 1902, and his children served in the public ministry of the WELS for more than a total of 350 years. A host of grandchildren have and will in the future add to that total.”

Pictured, top: The Sievert family in the mid-1920s. Sitting: Louis Sievert (father), Hertha, Richard, and Emily Gronke Sievert (mother); standing: Ada, Gertrude, Karl, Erich, Rudolph, and Alma.

The Aaron Ronald Wintrone Grant

The Aaron Ronald Wintrone Grant was established in 1998 and is funded by the Linnerud Family Foundation in memory of Aaron Ronald Wintrone Wintrone, son of Ron and Julie Wintrone. Ron and Julie are 1989 and 1990 DMLC graduates. Their son Aaron was born in May 1993 and joined Jesus in heaven that same month.

They have been graciously blessed with four children since that time. Ron and Julie served at Grace Lutheran Church and SchoolPrairie du Chien WI from 1989 until 2000. They are currently members at St. Paul-Onalaska WI. This grant is given annually to a student from their former or current congregation.

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Friends for Financial Assistance 2010 We are gratefu grateful to the following donors, who gave gifts in 2010 to Luther College students with tuition. assist Martin L that you perform is not only supplying the needs of God’s “This service th also overflowing in many expressions of thanks to God” people but is al (2 Corinthians Corinthian 9:12).

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Mr Arthur Adam Mr and Mrs Charles Adrian Mr and Mrs Ronald Affeldt Mr and Mrs James Albrecht Rev and Mrs Mark Albrecht Mr and Mrs Terry Allison Mr and Mrs William Amthor Mrs Eunice Anderson Mr and Mrs Kenneth Anderson Ms Rhoda Arndt Mr Norman Arnswald Prof and Mrs Richard Ash Mrs Elda Augustine Mr and Mrs John Augustine Prof and Mrs Bruce Backer Mr and Mrs Terry Baier Mr and Mrs Wayne Baker Mr and Mrs James Bakken Mr Stephen Balza Mrs Sylvia Barnes Mr and Mrs Paul Bartel Mr and Mrs Andrew Bartels Mr and Mrs Carl Bartels Dr and Mrs Greg Bartz Mr and Mrs Harold Bartz Prof and Mrs David Bauer Rev and Mrs H Bauer Mr and Mrs Bruce Bauer Mr and Mrs Mark Bauer Mr and Mrs Florian Baumann Rev and Mrs Ralph Baur Miss Eleanor Beattie Mrs Eleanore Becker Mrs Lorraine Behlmer Mr and Mrs Orval Behnke Rev and Mrs Dennis Belter Mr and Mrs Timothy Bentz Miss Linda Berg Mr James Bernard Ms Mabel Beyer Mr and Mrs Roy Biermann Mr and Mrs Joshua Birkholz Mrs Ruth Birkholz Mr and Mrs Kenneth Board Mr and Mrs George Bock Prof and Mrs Glenn Bode Mr Roland Bode Mr and Mrs Verlin Boeder Rev Edward Boehling Ms Elda Bornemann Mr and Mrs Keith Bowe Mr and Mrs Robert Boyd Mr and Mrs Steve Bradley Mr and Mrs Leon Brands Rev and Mrs Jerome Braun Mr Arnold Breitung Prof and Mrs Delmar Brick Ms Lois Brick Mr and Mrs Albert Brockmann Mr and Mrs Robert Broring Mr and Mrs Harold Brown Prof and Mrs John Brug Mr and Mrs Gerald Bruss Mr and Mrs Ronald Brutlag Mr and Mrs Elroy Bublitz

Mr and Mrs Norman Buelow Mr and Mrs Steven Burt Miss Rachel Buschkopf Rev and Mrs Gerhardt Cares Ms J Carrillo Mr and Mrs William Carter Rev and Mrs William Carter Rev and Mrs Frederick Casmer Mr and Mrs Norman Charlson Mr and Mrs Brian Cleven Mr and Mrs Donald Cordes Mr and Mrs Richard Cordner Mr Kendall Cortright Mr and Mrs Michael Crabtree Ms Starrla Cray Rev and Mrs Larry Cross Mr and Mrs Steven Danekas Mrs Margaret Danner Mr and Mrs Donald Danner Mr and Mrs Raymond Dantuma Mr and Mrs Gary David Mr and Mrs Jeffrey Davis Rev and Mrs Charles Degner Mr and Richard Degner Mr and Mrs David Deibert Miss Janet Dey Mr and Mrs Kenneth Dierks Ms Carol Dobrunz Rev and Mrs John Dolan Mrs Esther Doletzky Mr and Mrs Victor Domke Mr and Mrs James Dowling Mr Del Duenow Mr Kurt Duesterhoeft Ms Norma Duesterhoeft Mr and Mrs Donald Ebert Rev and Mrs Paul Eckert Mr and Mrs Jack Eidler Mr and Mrs Michael Ellingson Mr Keith Engdahl Rev and Mrs Todd Engel Mr and Mrs Jon Enstad Mr and Mrs Allen Enter Mr and Mrs Ivan Enter Mr and Mrs Robert Everts Ms Susan Falster Mr and Mrs Michael Fardella Rev and Mrs Don Fastenau Mr and Mrs Daniel Fenske Mr and Mrs John Festerling Mr and Mrs Scott Filter Ms Beverly Finke Mr and Mrs Paul Finke Mr and Mrs Doran Fischer Mr and Mrs James Flatau Mr Edward Flenz Mr and Mrs Dennis Fletcher Mr and Mrs Mark Flood Miss Michele Fluegge Mrs Elaine Fredrich Mrs Judith Free Mr and Mrs Daniel Frisque Mr and Mrs Paul Fritze Rev and Mrs John Gaertner Mr and Mrs Daniel Gartner

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Mr and Mrs David Gartner Mr and Mrs Gerald Gast Mr and Mrs Charles Gauger Rev and Mrs Joel Gerlach Dr and Mrs Vernon Gerlach Mr and Mrs William Gerlach Mr and Mrs Lindon Gerndt Mr and Mrs James Gierach Mr and Mrs Miles Gladitsch Mr and Mrs Leroy Gobrogge Gobrrogge Mr and Mrs Lucas Goetz Mrs Suzanne Gollnast nast Mr and Mrs Denniss Gorsline Gorrsline Mrs Rowena Gorz Rev and Mrs Davidd Gosdeck Mr and Mrs Dwightt Grabitske Graabitske Ms Beverly Grams Ms Doreen Grams Mr and Mrs Robertt Gretzinger Mr and Mrs Gordonn Gri Griepentrog iepentrog Mr and Mrs Haroldd Griepentrog Grieepentrog Miss Barbara Groehler hler Prof and Mrs John Gronholz Gronnholz Mr and Mrs Glenn Groth Mr and Mrs Armin Grundmeyer Grunndmeyer Dr and Mrs James Grunwald Mr and Mrs Richardd Grunze Gruunze Mr and Mrs Kenneth Guillaume th Gu uillaume Mr and Mrs Haroldd Guldberg Gulddberg Mr and Mrs Ronaldd Hac Hacht cht Mr and Mrs Arthurr Hackbarth Hackkbarth Mr and Mrs Ken Hagen agen Mr and Mrs O Hahn hn Mr and Mrs Verlyn Hahnn Mr Dale Hampton Mr and Mrs Orv Hando ando Mrs Wilma Hankemeier meier Mr and Mrs Seth Hansen Mr and Mrs Waynee Hansen Mrs Evelyn Hansmann ann Rev and Mrs Michael ael Hartman Haartman Rev and Mrs Michael ael Hatzung Haatzung Mr and Mrs Owen Hebert Hebeert Mr and Mrs Geraldd Heckmann Hecckmann Prof and Mrs Earl Heidtke Heidtkke Ms Evelyn Heil Ms Rosemary Heinitz itz Mr Michael Heinleinn Mr and Mrs Elwoodd Heldt Helldt Mrs Bernice Hellwigg Mr and Mrs Eugenee Hel Helmer lmer Mr and Mrs Patrickk Henner Hennner Mrs Mavis Henningg Rev and Mrs Warren Henrich en He enrich Mr and Mrs Henry Herrian Herrrian Atty and Mrs Robert Hinnenthal rt Hin nnenthal Mrs Josephine Hintz tz Mr Keith Hintz Mr and Mrs Robertt Hirs Hirschmann schmann Mr and Mrs Douglas Hoeft as Ho oeft Mr and Mrs Richardd Hoerning Hoeerning Mrs Charlotte Holub ub Mr and Mrs Paul Holzhueter Holzhuueter Mr and Mrs Robertt Hom Homan man Mr and Mrs Luther Huebner

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Mr and Mrs Charles Hunger Mrs Natalie Hunt Ms Gail Hupalo Mr and Mrs Donald Hupman Prof and Mrs Charles Hussman Mr and Mrs Malcolm Hyndman Mrs Lucille Ingebretson Prof and Mrs Mr Mervin Ingebritson Isaacs M Laurna Mrs L Isaac Isch Prof John Is ch Chet Jaehnig Mr and Mrss Che Verlyn Jahnke Mr and Mrss Verly Samuel James Mr and Mrss Sam Clair Jammer Mr and Mrss Clai Michael Jeffery Mr and Mrss Mic Jeschke Mrs Audreyy Jesc Mr David Jeschke Jeeschke Robert Jester Mr and Mrss Rob Johnson Ms Marlys JJohns Timothy Johnson Mr and Mrss Timo Roger Junk Mr and Mrss Rog Junso Mrs Fern Ju nso Richard Kaiser Mr and Mrss Rich David Kal Mr and Mrss Dav Ernie Kalk Mr and Mrss Erni Roger Kamin Mr and Mrss Rog Jeffrey Kannas Mr and Mrss Jeffr Kastens Mrs Sandra Kast Mrs Rev and Mr rs John Joh Kenyon Mr Philip Kiecker Kiiecker Mrs Elsbethh Kietzmann Kietz Ms Nancy Kind K Kirchner Mrs Luella K Kirchn Daniel Kirk Prof and Mrs Mrrs Da Gordon Klankowski Mr and Mrss Gor Mrs Roger Klockziem Prof and Mr rs Ro Harold Kluender Mr and Mrss Haro Deyerll Klug Mr and Mrss Dey Mr and Mrss Ryan Knapp Mrs Arnold Koelpin Prof and Mr rs Arn Mrs Rev and Mr rs Paul Pau Koelpin James Koeppen Mr and Mrss Jame Mrs Rev and Mr rs Arthur Art Koepsell Arlen Koestler Prof and Mrs Mrrs Arl Ernest Kohlwey Mr and Mrss Erne Francis Kral Mr and Mrss Fran Alfred Krause Mr and Mrss Alfre Keith Kromschroeder Mr and Mrss Keit Dennis Krueger Mr and Mrss Den Prof em andd Mrs Robert Krueger Michael Krueger Mr and Mrss Mic Mrs Robert Krueger Prof and Mr rs Ro Norvin Krug Mr and Mrss Nor James Kuchenbecker Mr and Mrss Jame Thomas Kuckhahn Mr and Mrss Tho Kuether Mrs Bertha Kueth Kenneth Kuhaupt Mr and Mrss Kenn Steven Kulik Mr and Mrss Stev Deloress Kum Kumpf Mrs Delore Elizabeth Miss Elizabe eth Kurth K Ms Louise K Kurtz Mrs Kuschel Rev and Mr rs Michael Mic

Mr and Mrs Alvin Ladwig Rev and Mrs Douglas Lange Mr and Mrs Nicholas LaPointe Mr and Mrs Robert Laubenstein Mrs Virginia Lehman Rev and Mrs Richard Lehmann Mr and Mrs Jon Leier Mr and Mrs Dennis Lemke Mr and Mrs Carl Lenser Dr and Mrs Mark Lenz Ms Gretchen Lewis Mr and Mrs David Lindemann Mr and Mrs Courtney Livingston Mr and Mrs Stephen Loehr Mr Theodore Loescher Rev and Mrs Harvey Longshore Mr and Mrs Larry Loos Rev LeRoy Lothert Rev and Mrs Kurt Lueneburg Mr and Mrs Richard Lueneburg Rev and Mrs Joel Luetke Mr and Mrs David Luhman Mr and Mrs Michael Lyss Mr and Mrs Dale MacArthur Mr and Mrs John Marr Mr Timothy Martens Mr and Mrs Carl Marty Mr and Mrs Timothy Marz Miss Virginia Mathews Ms Lynne Mathiak Mr and Mrs Michael Matteson Mr and Mrs William Maurer Miss Emily Mayer Mr and Mrs Timothy McDonald Mrs Brittany McFadden Mr and Mrs Richard McLean Rev Lance McMorrow Mrs Beverly Melcher Mr and Mrs Michael Melott Mr and Mrs Steve Melzer Mrs Delila Menk Mr Ralph Merklinger Mr and Mrs Alan Meyer Ms Carolyn Meyer Dr and Mrs Edward Meyer Mr and Mrs John Meyer Mr and Mrs Kenneth Meyer Mr and Mrs Lance Meyer Prof and Mrs John Micheel Mr and Mrs Peter Micheel Mr and Mrs James Mielke Rev and Mrs John Miller Ms Marilyn Miller Mr and Mrs Steven Miller Mr and Mrs Thomas Miller Mrs Valerie Miller Prof Jack Minch Mr Eldon Mitzner Mr and Mrs Michael Moak Mr and Mrs James Moeller Mrs Ramona Mohr Mr and Mrs Philip Moldenhauer

Mr and Mrs Philip Moll Mr Steven Montaba Mrs Phyllis Moore Mr and Mrs Dale Moreau Mr and Mrs John Moser Mr and Mrs Daniel Moyle Mr and Mrs Duwayne Moyle Mr and Mrs Michael Moyle Mr Alvin Mueller Mrs Ardys Muetzel Mrs Lorraine Munsterman Mr and Mrs John Murray Mr and Mrs Robert Musgrave Mr and Mrs Carl Myers Mr and Mrs Orlin Myrlie Mr and Mrs David Nack Mr Levi Nagel Mr and Mrs Douglas Nass Prof and Mrs Thomas Nass Mr and Mrs Orville Nehls Mr and Mrs Larry Neitzel Mr and Mrs Gregory Neitzke Mr and Mrs Leroy Nell Ms Deanna Neubauer Ms Judy Niemuth Mr Richard Nitz Mrs Frieda Nolte Prof and Mrs John Nolte Mr and Mrs Matthew Nottling Mr Albert Nowack Mr Edward Numrich Rev and Mrs R Stephen Nuss Mr and Mrs Clair Ochs Rev and Mrs Theodore Olsen Mrs Shirley Osgood Mrs Margaret Oswald Mrs Elaine Otterstatter Mr and Mrs Donald Palmer Mr and Mrs Earl Pappenfuss Mr and Mrs Bernard Patterson Mrs Beatrice Patzer Mr and Mrs Earl Paulsen Mr and Mrs Ervin Paulsen Rev and Mrs Mark Paustian Miss Joyce Pautz Prof and Mrs William Pekrul Mr and Mrs Theodore Pelzl Mr and Mrs Fritz Perlwitz Mr and Mrs Stephen Petermann Mr and Mrs Timothy Petermann Mrs Bonita Peterson Mr and Mrs Victor Piepenbrink Rev and Mrs Gregory Pope Mr and Mrs Todd Porch Mr and Mrs Charles Porter Mr and Mrs James Post Ms Shirley Potter Mr and Mrs Robert Powers Ms Mary Prange Mr and Mrs Richard Press Dr and Mrs David Preuss Mr and Mrs Bryan Purchatzke

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Mr and Mrs Llewellyn Rabenberg Rev and Mrs Darvin Raddatz Mr and Mrs Steven Raddatz Mr and Mrs Erle Raduenz Mrs Betty Reaume Mr and Mrs James Redfield Rev and Mrs Daniel Reich Ms Sandra Reitz Mr Craig Rendahl Mr and Mrs Leonard Renner Mr and Mrs Ted Roach Mr and Mrs Frank Roberts Mr and Mrs Matthew Roberts Mr and Mrs Robert Robertson Mr and Mrs Gene Rodewald Ms Janet Roekle Mr and Mrs Virgil Rokicki Mr and Mrs Evan Roloff Mr and Mrs Steven Rosenbaum Ms Dolores Rudolph Mr and Mrs John Rugen Mr and Mrs Harold Runke Mr and Mrs Kenneth A Rupnow Dr and Mrs Kenneth C Rupnow Mr and Mrs Jeffrey Rusch Mr and Mrs Richard Rusch Dr and Dr Brent Ryan Ms Jane Sammon Mr and Mrs Jonathan Schaefer Rev and Mrs William Schaefer Mrs Naomi Schaetzke Mr Peter Schaewe Mr and Mrs Martin Schafer Mr and Mrs Herbert Schaper Mr and Mrs Richmond Scharf Mr and Mrs Jeff Scharlemann Mr and Mrs Jonathan Scharlemann Prof and Mrs Otto Schenk Mr and Mrs Michael Scherbarth Mr and Mrs Richard Schield Ms Betty Schilhabel Mr and Mrs James Schiller Rev and Mrs John Schleicher Ms Bonnie Schmidt Mrs Luann Schmidt Mr and Mrs Ronald Schmidt Mr and Mrs Tim Schmidt Mr and Mrs David Schneider Rev and Mrs Caleb Schoeneck Mrs Janice Schoenherr Mr and Mrs Ronald Schreiner Mrs Lois Schrimpf Dr and Mrs David Schroeder Prof Joyce Schubkegel Mr and Mrs Allan Schubring Prof and Mrs Armin Schuetze Mrs DeLyte Schultz Prof and Mrs Arthur Schulz Mr and Mrs David Schulz Mr and Mrs Eugene Schutz Mr Clifford Schwartz Mr and Mrs Donald Sebald

Mr and Mrs Ernest Selke Mr and Mrs Melvin Selle Mr and Mrs Joshua Shandor Mr and Mrs Stanwyn Shetler Prof and Mrs Ronald Shilling Mr and Mrs David Siegler Mr and Mrs James Sievert Mr and Walter Sievert Mr and Mrs Dale Siewert Ms Virginia Simmons Mr and Mrs Gene Slettedahl Mr and Mrs Justin Slominsky Mr and Mrs Charles Smith Mrs Eunice Smith Mr and Mrs Matthew Smith Mr and Mrs Samuel Smith Rev Stephen Smith Mr and Mrs Sydney Smith Mrs Vivian Smith Prof and Mrs Martin Sponholz Mr and Mrs Wayne Springstroh Mr and Mrs Fred Starck Mr and Mrs William Starke Miss Jaime Steinbrecher Rev Ethan Steinbrenner Mr and Mrs William Steinbrenner Mr and Mrs Allan Stelljes Mr and Mrs Donald Stelter Mrs Ruth Stelter Mr and Mrs Peter Stern Mr and Mrs Philip Stern Mr and Mrs David Stoering Mr and Mrs Donald Stoll Ms Arlene Stolte Mr and Mrs Stuart Storm Mr and Mrs Donald Strangfeld Mr and Mrs Leon Strutz Rev and Mrs William Stuebs Rev and Mrs Christian Sulzle Mr and Mrs Quintin Sulzle Rev and Mrs Donald Sutton Mr and Mrs Del Syverson Mr Paul Tewes The Linnerud Family Foundation Mr and Mrs Bruce Thede Prof and Mrs Steven Thiesfeldt Mrs Emeline Thompson Mr and Mrs Charles Timm Mr and Mrs Jeffrey Timm Mr and Mrs Jerome Timm Mr and Mrs Gerald Tjernagel Dr and Mrs Carl Toepel Mr and David Toepel Mr and Mrs Brian Tohal Mr and Mrs Frank Tomczak Ms Lois Torgerson Mrs Clarice Trebesch Mr and Mrs Robert Trumble Mr and Prof Scott Uecker Rev Kurt Uhlenbrauck Mr and Mrs Delphin Ulrich Mr and Mrs Edward Ungemach

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Rev and Mrs Dennis Valleau Mr and Mrs Matthew Van Loon Mr and Mrs James Van Norwick Mr and Mrs James Vanisacker Mr and Mrs Winfred Vatthauer Dr and Mrs Larry Verlinden Mr and Mrs Darell Verwiebe Mr and Mrs Allan Vetting ing Mr and Mrs Russell Vitale ell Vit tale l Dr Ann Vogel Rev and Mrs Vaughn ghn Vogel V Ms Pamela Vogt Mr and Mrs Raymond mond Vogt Mrs Carolee Vohs Mr and Mrs Todd Volkman Volkkman Rev and Mrs Ervine ne Vomhof Voomhof Miss Claudia Vosbeck beck Rev and Mrs Robert Voss ert Vo oss Mr and Mrs Jacobb Wagner Waggner Miss Anita Walkerr Mr and Mrs Gerald Walta ld Wa alta Mr and Mrs Dennis nis Walters Waalters Ms Audrey Watchke hke Ms Marilyn Watchke hke Ms Rita Webster Mrs Pearl Wegwerth rth Dr and Mrs Davidd Wendler Wenndler Ms Marcia Wendt Rev and Mrs Jonathan than Werre Prof and Mrs Howard ward Wessel W Mr and Mrs Stephen hen Westgate W Mr Lyle Wichmannn Rev and Mrs Lynnn Wiedmann Wiedmann Mr and Mrs Timothy thy Wiedmann W Rev and Mrs Paul Wild Wilde de Mr and Mrs Paul Willems Willems Mr and Mrs Stuart Wilson rt Wil son Mrs Evelyn Wilsonn Mr and Mrs Richard ard Wilson W Mr and Mrs Stuart Wilson rt Wil son Mr and Dr James Wilson Wilsoon Mr and Mrs Stevee Win Windschitl ndschitl Mr and Mrs Richard ard Witt W Rev and Mrs Harvey vey Witte W Mr and Mrs Elmerr Wohlers Wohhlers Rev and Mrs Michael hael Woldt W Mrs Betty Wolf Ms Lillian Wolfensparger spargger Mr and Mrs Herbert ert Wolff W Mrs Janet Wolfgram am Prof and Mrs Frederick derickk Wulff Mr and Mrs Wayne ne Wunluck Wuunluck Prof em Harold Yotter otter Mrs Erna Zahn Mr and Mrs Ronald Zahn ld Za ahn Rev and Mrs Markk Zan Zander nder President and Mrss Mar Mark rk Zarling Mr and Mrs Herman man Zastrow Z Mr and Mrs Harvey ey Zeitler Zeeitler

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Praise God the Holy Spirit for keeping this church and this college faithful to the Word. Pray that Jesus, the Lord of the Church, lead young people to study at Martin Luther College in preparation for the public ministry. Encourage gifted young people in your family and church to think about becoming pastors and teachers.

Support your local congregation with your financial gifts as well as your time and talents. Support all missions and ministries of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod with your financial gifts. Support Martin Luther College with special gifts, as you are so moved.

Establish a merit-based Legacy Scholarship to assist Martin Luther College students while honoring the legacy of a beloved family member or friend.

Begin a Heritage Circle Endowment to demonstrate your gratitude for the rich heritage of ministerial training in the WELS and to help MLC students in need.

Give a gift of any a amount to the MLC Financial Assistance Endowment, the income will be disbursed to MLC students who have need. from which wi

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Legacy Scholarship

WORKSHEET

LEGACY EGACY

Name of Legacy Scholarship: ____________________________________________________________ Criteria: This Legacy Scholarship shall be awarded to a student or students who . . .

Are studying to be: (choose one)

Are in this year of study: (choose one)

__ are in any program at MLC __ pastors __ teachers __ staff ministers

__ are in any year of study __ freshman __ sophomore __ junior __ senior or fifth-year

Fit this criteria: __ have an interest and/or talent in ____________________________

Further clarification of criteria: __________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________

Short biography of Legacy honoree and/or purpose of scholarship (for Scholarship Book): Please submit a photo by mail or a digital photo by email to gaugerlf@mlc-wels.edu. We will return all photos.

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Person(s) Establishing Fund

Our Initial Gift: ____________________

Name: ____________________________________

Payment method: __________________________

Address: __________________________________

Received by: ______________________________

City/State/Zip: _____________________________

Signature: _____________________________________________ Date: _____________________________

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Heritage Circle Fund

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HERITAGE ERITAGE CIRCLE

Name of Heritage Circle Fund: ___________________________________________________________ Statement of Purpose (for Scholarship Book): Examples: “We wish to establish this fund to honor [a loved one] . . . to support training for the public ministry . . . to ease the financial burden of MLC students . . .�

Please submit a photo by mail or a digital photo by email to gaugerlf@mlc-wels.edu. We will return all photos.

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Person(s) Establishing Fund

Our Initial Gift: _____________________

Name: ____________________________________

Payment method: ___________________________

Address: __________________________________

Received by: _______________________________

City/State/Zip: _____________________________

Our Gratitude When a Heritage Circle Endowment Fund grows to $5,000, MLC students who have benefited from your fund will, upon your request, write you or the person you designate letters of appreciation.

Thank-you letters should go to . . .

Name: ___________________________________ Address: __________________________________

__ No, I do not wish to receive thank-you letters __ Yes, please send thank-you letters

City/State/Zip: _____________________________

Signature: _____________________________________________ Date: _______________________________

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