SVSU Private Scholarships, Awards & Programs: 2020-2021

Private Scholarships, Awards and Programs 2020-2021

Thanks to the support of private donors who have established scholarships, awards and programs, SVSU can offer students greater opportunity to succeed in college and after graduation.

Read more about a few scholarship recipients and a donor family . . .

MacKenzie Miller, scholarship recipient, pg. 8

The Baruth family, scholarship donors, pg. 16

Gabriel Villarreal, III, scholarship recipient, pg. 24

THANK YOU SVSU SCHOLARSHIP DONORS!

PRIVATE SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED 2010-2020 1500 1200 900 600

1,414

1,210

1,149

989

977

970

15 20 16 20 17 20 18 20 19 20 20

833

14

20

682

653

729

20

13

20

12

20

11

20

20

10

0

559

300

PRIVATE SCHOLARSHIP DOLLARS AWARDED 2016-2020 2016

$ 1,658,332

2017

$ 1,802,523

2018

$ 2,399,697

2019

$ 2,834,838

2020

$ 3,249,375 0

$500,000 $1M

$1.5M $2M

$2.5M

$3M

3.5M

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For students at Saginaw Valley State University, scholarship support can make the difference between deferring a dream and completing a degree. Thanks to private scholarship support from alumni and friends, SVSU was able to award more than 1,400 scholarships during the 2020-2021 academic year.

WHY ARE SCHOLARSHIPS IMPORTANT? • Even though SVSU has the most affordable tuition of all of Michigan’s public universities, the cost of a college education continues to rise.

• Scholarships help provide access to higher education for students of all income levels.

• Students who receive financial aid and work to help finance their education are still often left with gaps between their resources and their college expenses.

• Scholarships may allow students “working their way through college” to work a manageable number of hours and still devote the necessary attention to their education.

• Scholarships help students reduce the debt they will face after graduation.

• Scholarships recognize and reward excellence and encourage continued achievement.

WHY ESTABLISH A SCHOLARSHIP? • You will contribute to the future success of our region by helping students complete their education and build a strong talent pipeline.

• Named scholarships may recognize your achievements or honor a loved one’s achievements or special occasions.

• You may memorialize a family member, friend or colleague by establishing a scholarship in their name.

HOW DO I ESTABLISH A SCHOLARSHIP? • Choose the option that’s right for you: • Annual Scholarships: Your gift each year determines the number and amount of scholarship awards made available. Or, you may make a single gift to fund scholarships annually until the original amount is depleted.

• Endowed Scholarships: Your investment of $25,000 or more (in a single gift or through a multi-year pledge) establishes a named scholarship of $1,000 or more per year in perpetuity.

• Contact the SVSU Foundation at (989) 964-4052 or foundation@svsu.edu so we can answer your questions and help you design a scholarship program that meets your philanthropic goals and reflects your vision.

• Once your scholarship is ready to award, students will apply online, where your scholarship is listed year-round on our scholarship site, visible to prospective students, parents and other visitors.

GENERAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND Gifts at any level are gratefully accepted and applied toward a fund that provides needand merit-based scholarship opportunities for SVSU students!

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PRIVATE SCHOLARSHIPS “Coming from a family of eight, I never would have thought I’d be given the opportunity to attend college. This scholarship has changed my life in ways I could have never imagined.”

ARA Services Scholarship Established by: ARAMARK Awards: 1 at $1,400 Assists new full-time high-achieving freshmen Melvyn K. and Myrna Adelman Track and Cross Country Endowed Scholarship Established by: Melvyn K. and Myrna Adelman Awards: 5 scholarships; award amounts vary Assists academically achieving members of the track and cross country team Hamza Ahmad Memorial Scholarship Established by: Family and Colleagues of Dr. Hamza Ahmad Awards: 3 at $1,000 each Assists high-achieving students in the field of mathematics of sophomore or higher class standing Waheed and Raana Akbar Endowed Scholarship in Health Sciences Established by: Dr. Waheed Akbar Awards: 1 at $1,500 Assists students majoring in nursing, occupational therapy, health science and medical laboratory science Maynard D. and Goldie Bartha Allyn Scholarship Fund Established by: Maynard D. and Goldie Bartha Allyn Awards: 1 at $1,200 Assists academically achieving social work students with emphasis on child welfare Altrusa Tuition Scholarship Established by: Altrusa Organization Awards: 1 at $500 Assists full- or part-time nontraditional students who demonstrate financial need Alumni Endowed MBA Scholarship Established by: SVSU Alumni Association Awards: 1 at $500 Assists MBA students who are mid-Michigan residents and demonstrate leadership and good character

Jacob G.

Alumni Legacy Endowed Scholarship Established by: SVSU Alumni Association Awards: 409 scholarships; award amounts vary Assists incoming freshman and transfer students whose parent(s)/stepparent(s) graduated from SVSU, with preference for demonstrated achievement, leadership and service American Association of University Women – Bay City Branch Scholarship Established by: Bay City Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) Awards: 2 at $1,000 each Assists Bay County upperclassmen with involvement in activities supporting gender equality Saginaw Branch of the American Association of University Women Scholarship Established by: Saginaw Branch of the American Association of University Women Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists nontraditional Saginaw County students demonstrating need and potential for academic success American Lebanese Community Scholarship Fund Established by: Dr. Samuel and Mrs. Patricia Shaheen Awards: 1 at $700 Assists students demonstrating leadership and service, especially those with an understanding of Lebanese culture American Legion Post 22 Legion Riders Scholarship Established by: American Legion Post 22, Legion Riders and Sons of American Legion Awards: 6 at $500 each Assists veterans and their dependents of at least sophomore standing with financial need Frank N. Andersen Scholarship Established by: Frank N. Andersen Foundation Awards: 26 scholarships; award amounts vary Assists Saginaw County students who demonstrate financial need and leadership, with a preference to incoming freshmen 3

Ida Mae Anderson Scholarship Established by: Stephen Anderson Awards: 1 at $600 Assists newly admitted freshmen with financial need majoring in education, political science or sociology Mary H. Anderson Endowed Chamber Music Scholarship Established by: Family of Mary H. Anderson Awards: 5 at $200 each Assists students chosen by audition or faculty rfecommendation, enrolled in applied lessons and performing in an SVSU chamber ensemble Andrews Hooper Pavlik Accounting Scholarship Fund Established by: Andrews Hooper Pavlik CPAs & Advisors Awards: 4 at $1,150 each Assists students demonstrating high academic achievement and leadership, with preference given to those seeking careers in public accounting James B. Arnold Engineering Scholarship Established by: Martha G. Arnold Awards: 6 at $1,000 each Assists engineering majors of at least sophomore standing who demonstrate financial need, scholastic achievement and leadership potential Shiv K. Arora Business Scholarship Established by: Dr. Shiv K. Arora Awards: 2 at $700-$1,000 each Assists College of Business majors of at least junior standing demonstrating academic excellence, with preference given to marketing or management majors Cyrus P. Aryana Annual Scholarship Established by: Dr. Cyrus P. Aryana Awards: 1 at $500 Assists mathematics or applied mathematics majors who have completed calculus I, II and III at SVSU, with preference given to students with financial need Baker Kanagawa US-Japan Endowed Scholarship Established by: Baker Kanagawa US-Japan Study Foundation Awards: 1 full tuition and fees Assists students demonstrating academic achievement, with preference to those engaging in internship and cultural exchange opportunities Matt Barghahn Scholarship Established by: Burger King Awards: 1 at $800 Assists junior or senior students on the football team who demonstrate academic achievement, good citizenship, community service and leadership potential

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David E. Barker Endowed Scholarship for French Majors/Minors Established by: David E. Barker Awards: 1 at $500 Assists French majors or minors eligible to take upperdivision French courses achieving excellence in their major and overall academics Barnes & Noble Book Scholarship Established by: Barnes & Noble Awards: 7 at $1,000 each Assists second-year full- or part-time students with financial need; funds course-required textbooks and supplies Lois Barnett Memorial Scholarship for Students With Disabilities Established by: Cynthia and Larry Woiderski and Lois Barnett Awards: 1 at $500 Assists students with physical, mental or learning disabilities, with preference given to nontraditional students and transfer students Barstow Foundation Scholarship Established by: Barstow Foundation Awards: 2 at $1,300 each Assists new and returning students with financial need who demonstrate scholastic achievement and/or scholastic potential Tena S. Baruth Basketball Scholarship Established by: Baruth Family Awards: 7 scholarships; award amounts vary Assists student-athletes who are incoming, current or past members of the varsity men’s basketball team and maintain good academic standing Bay Area Marine Dealers Association Golf Scholarship Established by: Bay Area Marine Dealers Association Awards: 2 at $1,000 each Assists full-time students who are potential or active golf team members, have academic achievement and demonstrate good character Bob Becker Endowed Scholarship Established by: SVSU Alumni Association and the Becker Family Awards: 3 at $1,200 each Assists students who are non-basketball athletes of at least sophomore standing who demonstrate good character and leadership Don H. and Iva Mary Bellinger Scholarship Established by: Don H. and Iva M. Bellinger Trust Awards: 78 scholarships; award amounts vary Assists full- and part-time undergraduate and graduate pre-nursing and nursing students who demonstrate financial need

Dr. Jessica R. Bentoski Endowed Scholarship for PreDental Students Established by: Dr. Jessica R. Bentoski Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists pre-dental students in their junior or senior year at the time of application who are enrolled full-time in a program that will prepare them for dental school admission Shelly Berger Endowed Scholarship Fund Established by: Curt and Jan Berger and Family Awards: 1 at $2,800 Assists students of at least junior standing pursuing a degree in accounting who demonstrate a high level of extracurricular involvement and/or are employed to finance their higher education Robert Bierlein/Bierlein Companies Scholarship Established by: Robert W. Bierlein and Bierlein Companies Awards: 2 at $1,000 Assists freshman students who are Swan Valley High School graduates or children of current Bierlein Company employees and demonstrate academic achievement and community/ extracurricular involvement Biology/Chemistry Scholarship Established by: Biology/Chemistry Faculty of SVSU Awards: 1 at $800 Assists students of at least sophomore standing majoring in biology, chemistry, medical technology, pre-medicine, pre-dental, biochemistry, business chemistry, environmental chemistry, or chemical physics Biology Club Scholarship Established by: SVSU Biology Club Awards: 1 at $500 Assists members of the Biology Club who demonstrate academic achievement and community/campus involvement Boice and Jean Bird Endowed Engineering Scholarship Established by: Thomas and Wendy Bird Awards: 1 at $700 Assists Saginaw County engineering majors who demonstrate academic achievement and the ability or potential to make a positive contribution to their field Robert J. Black Scholarship Established by: Mrs. Robert J. (Ruth) Black Awards: 10 at $1,140 each Assists engineering majors who demonstrate scholastic achievement, good character and leadership Richard and Ann Blazejewski Scholarship Established by: Richard and Ann Blazejewski Awards: 4 at $1,000 each Assists College of Science, Engineering & Technology majors who are Michigan residents currently involved or planning to pursue research in alternative fuel sources, with preference given to students from Saginaw County

Martin and Emma Block Endowed Scholarship Fund Established by: Estate of Martin and Emma Block Awards: 15 at $1,000 each Assists nursing or teacher education students who demonstrate academic achievement and the ability or potential to contribute to their chosen fields William and Sally Bowen Scholarship Established by: William and Sally Bowen Awards: 1 at $150 Assists new and returning College of Arts & Behavioral Sciences majors who are mid-Michigan residents and demonstrate leadership Archibald A. Boyce, Sr. and Mary E. Boyce Memorial Scholarship Established by: Katherine N. Bemetz Trust Awards: 8 at $1,000 each Assists new, full-time freshmen who demonstrate academic excellence Merry Jo and Gary Brandimore Military Student Scholarship Established by: Merry Jo and Gary Brandimore Awards: 1 at $500 Assists veterans or those on currently active reserve of the United States military who are enrolled full-time and have achieved a minimum of sophomore standing Braun Kendrick Finkbeiner P.L.C. Endowed Area Scholarship Established by: Braun Kendrick Awards: 1 at $500 Assists high-achieving junior or senior students with an expressed interest for a career in law who are residents of Bay, Midland, Saginaw counties or the greater Mid-Michigan area, with a history of participation in their communities Ruth (Zappa) Bridge SVSU Endowed Scholarship for Nursing Established by: Dr. Robert Bridge, Mrs. Roberta Bridge Bush and Mr. Stuart Bush Awards: 1 at $600 Assists full-time nursing or pre-nursing majors who demonstrate academic achievement and financial need with preference given to students admitted to the nursing program Joseph Britton and Marjorie Carson Britton Scholarship Established by: Memorial Presbyterian Church of Midland Awards: 2 at $1,500 each Assists Midland County residents who demonstrate financial need and potential for academic success with a preference to nontraditional students and those striving to improve their opportunities for a better career

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Matthew Duncan Bronz Scholarship Fund Established by: Joe, Trish and Matthew Duncan Bronz Awards: 1 at $500 Assists residents of Bay, Midland or Saginaw counties who are enrolled full-time with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 and majoring in pre-special education or special education John “Jack” Brooks Memorial Scholarship Endowment Established by: Friends and Family of John W. “Jack” Brooks Awards: 1 at $440 Assists students who have reached at least sophomore standing and have been accepted into the teacher education degree program who major or minor in the sciences and have financial need

Scott and Nancy Carmona Endowed Engineering Scholarship Fund Established by: Scott and Nancy Carmona Awards: 10 at $3,000 each Assists engineering majors in their second year or later at SVSU who show academic achievement and potential for leadership; preference given to those with financial need

Gregory and Helayne Brown Annual Scholarship Established by: Gregory and Helayne Brown Awards: 2 at $6,000 each Assists academically achieving students with financial need who are accepted into the nursing program and demonstrate an ability or potential to make a positive contribution to the field of nursing

Carrollton Community Endowed Scholarship Established by: Deborah and David Schneider and Carrollton Public Schools Staff Awards: 1 at $400 Assists newly enrolled full-time freshmen who are graduates of Carrollton High School, have performed community service and demonstrate academic achievement

Jean E. Brown Memorial Endowed Scholarship in Education Established by: Paul L. Brown Awards: 4 at $1,150 each Assists junior or senior students admitted to the College of Education who are residents of Bay, Midland or Saginaw counties and demonstrate academic achievement and the ability or potential to contribute to the field of teaching

Cartwright/Muladore Endowed Business Scholarship Established by: Mr. and Mrs. James G. Muladore Awards: 1 at $400 Assists junior or senior majors in the College of Business who maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and demonstrate financial need and commitment to community service

Thomas H. Busch Memorial Golf Scholarship Established by: Catherine Z. and Emmie Busch Awards: 1 at $1,600 Assists full-time student-athletes on the golf team with good character, academic achievement, demonstrated professionalism and dedication to the game of golf Richard L. Campsmith Scholarship Fund Established by: Estate of Richard L. Campsmith Awards: 9 at $1,000 each Assists new full-time freshman students with academic potential and financial need Thomas Canale Scholarship in Art Established by: SVSU and the SVSU Foundation Awards: 1 at $500 Assists full- or part-time seniors majoring in art, graphic design, BFA or visual arts education who show academic achievement

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Scott and Nancy Carmona Endowed Business Scholarship Fund Established by: Scott and Nancy Carmona Awards: 24 at $1,000 each Assists College of Business majors in their second year or later at SVSU who show academic achievement and potential for leadership ; preference given to those with financial need

Case Family Law and Finance Annual Scholarship Established by: The Case Family Awards: 1 at $500 Assists Saginaw County residents majoring in finance or pursuing a minor in legal studies and showing academic achievement Robert E. Chadwick II and Cynthia A. Chadwick Endowed Graduate Scholarship (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Robert E. Chadwick II and Cynthia A. Chadwick Will assist graduate students in the fields of business or public administration who demonstrate academic excellence in their undergraduate studies Robert E. Chadwick II and Cynthia A. Chadwick Endowed Scholarship Within the College of Business (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Robert E. Chadwick II and Cynthia A. Chadwick Will assist new incoming freshmen majoring in fields within the College of Business

Chase Endowed Scholarship Established by: Chase Awards: 2 at $1,100 each Assists full-time students who show financial need, academic achievement, a commitment to community service and demonstrate leadership potential College of Business Annual Scholarship Established by: SVSU Scott L. Carmona College of Business Faculty Awards: 1 at $250 Assists College of Business majors who demonstrate a financial need and the ability or potential to make a positive contribution to their chosen field of study College of Education Endowed Scholarship Established by: U.S. Dept. of Education T3 Grant Funds Awards: 12 at $1,000 each Assists students with financial need accepted into the College of Education who are student teaching the semester the scholarship is awarded

CPI Engineering Services Scholarship Established by: CPI Engineering Services, Inc. Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists full-time students who exhibit academic excellence, good character and leadership with a preference for chemistry majors and students that participate in work co-op opportunities Curran-DeSautel Family Scholarship Established by: Merry Jo and Gary Brandimore Awards: 1 at $1,500 Assists students enrolled full-time who are residents of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan with preference given to students from Schoolcraft County Currie Kendall Polasky Meisel Endowed Scholarship Established by: Currie Kendall PLC Awards: 1 at $400 Assists full-time incoming freshman students who are children of police officers or firefighters

W. R. Collings Fund Established by: Dow Corning Corporation Awards: 1 at $900 Assists new full-time freshman students

Charles B. and Susan M. Curtiss Endowed Scholarship (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Charles B. and Susan M. Curtiss Will assist residents of Bay County who demonstrate scholastic excellence, leadership and a commitment to service and extracurricular activities

Controller’s Office Endowed Scholarship Established by: SVSU Controller’s Office Awards: 1 at $500 Assists high-achieving students within the College of Business, with preference given to those serving as interns in the SVSU Controller’s Office, students majoring in accounting and/or students serving as interns in the Administration and Business Affairs division

Gerald L. Decker Math and Science Scholarship Established by: Gerald L. and Florence Decker Awards: 1 at $800 Assists junior and senior math, science or teaching of math or science majors who show academic excellence, commitment to community service and have leadership potential

Fred C. and Joyce Cook Endowed Scholarship Established by: Fred C. and Joyce Cook Awards: 2 at $1,000 each Assists new full-time freshman students who demonstrate financial need Joyce Bangert Cook R.N./M.S.H.A. Scholarship in Nursing Established by: Fred C. and Joyce Cook Awards: 2 at $2,000 each Assists pre-nursing or nursing majors based on their personal and academic achievements and their ability or potential to make a positive contribution to the field of nursing Cox Cable Saginaw Scholarship Established by: Cox Communications Saginaw, Inc. Awards: 1 at $500 Assists graduates of one of the following local high schools: Buena Vista, Carrollton, Heritage, Michigan Lutheran, Nouvel, Arthur Hill, Saginaw High or Valley Lutheran; and residents of one of the following localities: City of Saginaw, Saginaw Township or Buena Vista

Delphi Automotive Systems/General Motors Endowed Scholarship in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Established by: Delphi Automotive Systems/ General Motors Awards: 5 at $1,100 Assists electrical or mechanical engineering majors with excellence in their academics who demonstrate good character and leadership Department of Accounting - John A. Clinkenbeard Accounting Scholarship Established by: SVSU Department of Accounting Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists students with junior or senior class standing and academic achievement pursuing a degree in accounting Chad M. Dewey Memorial Scholarship Established by: Ashlie and Alayna Dewey Awards: 1 at $500 Assists students majoring in computer information systems or computer science with preference given to students pursuing a minor in cybersecurity and/or planning a career in a computer security related field continued on page 10

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ENGINEERING A SUCCESSFUL FUTURE AT SVSU DON C. LAW MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ALUMNI LEGACY ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

MacKenzie Miller As an engineering student, Don C. Law worked to pay his way through college for his engineering degree and founded a company, the Standish-based Magline, Inc., that has served our region for over 70 years as a manufacturer of aluminum material handling equipment. He never forgot those college years and despite his own success, remained sympathetic to those who were in the same position he once was.

Don Law likely would have admired MacKenzie Miller’s drive and determination to succeed. Diagnosed with dyslexia at 14, MacKenzie recalls her parents giving her some life-changing advice.

“My parents told me I had two choices: I could either sit around content with failing and whine about being terrible at what I am doing, or I could turn around and use it to my advantage.”

She chose the latter, capitalizing on her strengths in STEM subjects to earn 40 college credits while still in high school and to pursue a dual major in mechanical engineering and management at SVSU. “Don was a big believer in personal accountability and wanted 8

to help those who were committed to accomplishing their goals,” says Greg Ecker, president and COO of Magline.

“The Don C. Law Memorial Scholarship was created as an appropriate way to memorialize Don and to support those who were committed to helping themselves achieve success in the engineering field.”

MacKenzie’s path to SVSU wasn’t clear-cut early on, even with the encouragement of her mother, Angie, a 2014 graduate of SVSU’s Master of Science in Nursing program and past recipient of the Patricia A. Hansel Memorial Scholarship. MacKenzie’s status as a “legacy” student also led to her receiving the Alumni Legacy Endowed Scholarship.

“My mom wanted me to come (to SVSU) so badly. Being a stubborn teenager, I wanted to do the exact opposite of what she suggested. My original plan for college had a wrinkle in it and I had to pick a new school in two weeks.

I had another buddy in a very similar situation to me, and we decided we were coming to SVSU. I do not know why I fought my mom so much, because I honestly love Saginaw Valley. The campus feels like home to me. I like that the engineering department is not super huge, so I get to know my classmates and professors. There are also quite a few great study spots on campus, which to me is huge.”

MacKenzie, a graduate of Coleman High School, began working as a high school co-op for Corteva Agriscience and continued as a college co-op, working part-time during the academic year and full-time in the summer. Looking to the future, she would like to pursue a career in the chemical industry and to advance into management. Engineering has proven to be a good fit for her skills and the way her mind works.

“My brain is constantly working; it never shuts off. I will think about something until I can make sense of it. With engineering, you have to think outside of what is normal.

You want those off-the-wall ideas, the random questions and thoughts, anything that mentally sets you apart from the guy next to you. I have always fit this bill. I found my advantage, and I plan to use it.”

Greg Ecker and the team at Magline recognize the value in MacKenzie’s kind of thinking. Company leadership including Greg and members of the Law family are actively involved in the scholarship program and enjoy meeting with the students and their families. The company also offers internship and full-time career opportunities that contribute to the success of both aspiring engineers and the company.

“Business growth driven through engineering and innovation remains a core foundation of Magline’s business,” Greg says. Taking personal accountability to set and obtain career goals while always striving to exceed your personal best was a guiding principle of Don Law’s life and remains at the heart of the scholarship criteria. “The scholarships are only awarded to students who are committed to and excel in SVSU’s engineering program. It is rewarding to help students who take responsibility and are focused on successfully obtaining their goals through personal drive, passion and enthusiasm.”

MacKenzie is grateful to be the beneficiary of private scholarship support.

“I want to genuinely thank them [donors] for taking such a weight off my shoulders. I know how many hours it would have taken to earn that amount on my own. That kind of generosity motivates me through school so that hopefully one day I can also afford to give back to my community.”

Don Law Don Law is remembered by his family and colleagues as a man who believed success was about more than receiving a college degree and excelling in the engineering field. If Don could offer recipients of his scholarship some advice, Magline President and COO Greg Ecker and his team believe it would include encouraging a balanced and generous approach to life.

“Success incorporates a wellbalanced life with family, friends, personal interests, and a commitment to always giving back to society. Don was interested in helping students achieve their dreams. His legacy would ultimately be fulfilled if those who benefit from his vision and generosity would do the same and pay it forward in their lives.”

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Distinguished Technical Theatre Scholarship Established by: SVSU Foundation Awards: 1 at $4,000 Assists majors in theatre or theatre education with a minimum GPA of 3.50 in their major classes who demonstrate excellence in the design and technical areas of theatre

Joel Dorne Criminal Justice - Military Veterans’ Scholarship Established by: Cliff and Juanita Dorne Awards: 1 at $400 Assists criminal justice majors and minors and veterans of at least sophomore class standing enrolled full-time

Barbara Ann Divine Endowed Nursing Scholarship Established by: Susan Crane and Karen Hubner Awards: 1 at $600 Assists full-time students admitted to the nursing program who demonstrate academic achievement and a potential to contribute to the field of nursing

Dow Corning Employees Scholarship Fund Established by: SVSU Alumni Employees of Dow Corning Corporation Awards: 2 at $1,300 each Assists College of Business or College of Science, Engineering & Technology majors with a minimum of 31 credits who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership and good character

Dobulis Scholarship for Excellence in Mathematics Established by: Ilmars and Peggy Dobulis Awards: 1 at $750 Assists high-achieving junior or senior majors in math, applied math or math education with a minimum of 22 credits in math, with at least six of those credits at a 300-level class or higher Judith and Thomas Donahue/Capital Group Companies Endowed Scholarship in Political Science Established by: Judith and Thomas Donahue Awards: 3 at $1,000 each Assists juniors or seniors majoring in political science or public administration and demonstrating academic achievement Amy L. Dore Annual Nursing Scholarship Established by: Mr. Frederick A. “Fritz” Dore Newly established; first award for 2021-2022 academic year Assists students admitted to the BSN or RN-to-BSN program who demonstrate a commitment to excellence in the field of nursing Linneaus Dorman Endowed Scholarship in Honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Established by: Linneaus and Phae Dorman Awards: 1 at $1,200 Assists students who demonstrate academic achievement, good character and involvement in organizations that address issues of advancement and equity in education, health, criminal justice system, employment and government for all Phae H. Dorman Endowed Scholarship in Honor of Rosa Parks Established by: Linneaus and Phae Dorman Awards: 1 at $1,400 Assists students who demonstrate academic achievement, good character and involvement in organizations that address issues of advancement and equity in education, health, criminal justice system, employment and government for all 10

Dow Corning Foundation - SVSU - Community STEM Partnership Scholarship Established by: Dow Corning Foundation Awards: 10 at $1,000 each Assists students whose K-12 school district participated in the Dow Corning Foundation/SVSU Community STEM Partnership Program and are pursuing (or intend to pursue) a STEM major Terry and Jerry Drake Endowed Scholarship Established by: Estate of Terry and Jerry Drake Awards: 8 at $1,000 each Assists art or music majors who are residents of Bay, Midland or Saginaw counties who show scholastic achievement and potential Jim Dwyer, Sr. Endowed Scholarship Established by: Mr. James P. and Dr. Cheryl Dwyer Awards: 2 at $1,000 each Assists full-time students who are first generation in college and starting their second year at SVSU Sally Edgerton-Netke Memorial Scholarship in Early Childhood Education Established by: Family and Colleagues of Sally Edgerton-Netke Awards: 1 at $1,500 Assists graduate and undergraduate students majoring in early childhood education and demonstrating academic excellence, outstanding writing and scholarship, and understanding of developmentally appropriate teaching ELGA Credit Union Annual Scholarship Established by: ELGA Credit Union Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists students whose spouses or parents are members in good standing of ELGA Credit Union Larry Engel Memorial Scholarship Established by: Family and Friends of Larry Engel Awards: 3 at $1,100 each Assists students admitted to the College of Education, including accelerated teacher certification program students

Steven C. Erickson and Krista M. Srodes Endowed Scholarship in Design and Theatre Technology Established by: Steven Erickson and Krista Srodes Awards: 1 at $400 Assists theatre majors who demonstrate academic achievement and whose specialty area is design and theatre technology

Gerald C. Francis Endowed Scholarship Established by: Barbara Byron Awards: 1 at $425 Assists accounting majors who are nontraditional students and are employed to help finance their education and show potential for success and contribution to the field of accounting

Fabiano Brothers Business Scholarship Established by: Fabiano Brothers, Inc. Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists freshman College of Business majors who demonstrate the ability and potential to make a contribution to the field of business and a genuine interest in entrepreneurship

Frankenmuth Scholarship Established by: The Bronner Family Awards: 1 at $750 Assists full-time currently enrolled SVSU students who are graduates of Frankenmuth High School

John A. Fallon Award for Leadership Established by: SVSU Colleagues of John Fallon Awards: 1 at $600 Assists members of an SVSU non-revenue producing athletic team with a minimum class standing of sophomore who demonstrate leadership potential, academic achievement and high character Dr. Heidi L. Febert Memorial Award Established by: Family and Friends of Dr. Heidi L. Febert Awards: 1 at $400 Assists history majors of junior or senior class standing who are first-generation-in-college students and show academic excellence in their major Field Neurosciences Institute Scholarship for Neuroscience Nursing Established by: E. Malcolm Field, M.D. Awards: 3 scholarships; award amounts vary Assists high-achieving nursing students employed or to be employed with Ascension Saint Mary’s who have the ability or potential to contribute to field of nursing in general and neuroscience nursing in particular FIRST Robotics Scholarship Established by: Regional Technology Leaders Awards: 1 new award at $4,000 plus renewals

for returning students Assists participants in FIRST Robotics Competitions who demonstrate a commitment to leadership, service and academic success Forever Red Scholarship Established by: Forever Red Awards: 4 at $425 each Assists students who have completed at least one semester at SVSU and are fully enrolled for the following term

Vance B3 Fulton Accounting Endowed Scholarship Established by: Vance B. Fulton Awards: 1 at $400 Assists full-time accounting majors with financial need, academic achievement and a history of involvement in activities or organizations that promote diversity and inclusion Garb-Ko, Inc. 7-Eleven Scholarship Fund Established by: Garb-Ko, Inc./7-Eleven Awards: 1 at $550 Assists freshman college of Business majors with a demonstrated involvement and participation in community activities or co-curricular activities Gerity Broadcasting Company Scholarship Established by: Gerity Broadcasting Company Awards: 1 at $1,200 Assists new freshman students with academic potential Herbert and Doris Gettel Endowed Scholarship Established by: The Gettel Family Awards: 1 at $650 Assists new freshman students from the Thumb Area who are graduates of USA or Laker High Schools and demonstrate financial need Gilbertson Award for Study Abroad Established by: Dr. Eric and Mrs. Cynthia Gilbertson Awards: 4 at $1,000 each Assists students studying abroad who have completed a minimum of 24 credits at SVSU, demonstrate academic achievement, character and leadership Dr. Richard H., Alma W. and R. Scott Gilmore Endowed Scholarship Established by: Dr. Richard H., Alma W. and R. Scott Gilmore Awards: 2 at $1,000 each Assists members of the SVSU cheerleading team who demonstrate academic achievement and community service, with preference to those working with organizations affiliated with the United Way or Junior League 11

Glastender, Inc. Annual Business/Manufacturing Scholarship Established by: Glastender, Inc. Awards: 2 at $1,000 each Assists College of Business majors demonstrating academic achievement with priority given to students focusing on industrial management and industrial technology

Dr. Ravi and Dr. Rashmi Goyal Endowed Scholarship Established by: Dr. Ravi and Dr. Rashmi Goyal Awards: 2 at $1,000 each Assists newly enrolled, full-time freshmen demonstrating academic excellence and majoring in pre-nursing, preoccupational therapy or health science who are residents of Bay County

Bob and Marge Goedert Family Business Endowed Scholarship Established by: Rick and Mary Goedert Awards: 1 at $400 Assists students who are enrolled in a family business class, working for or planning to join their family business, pursuing a major within the College of Business and residing in the State of Michigan, especially the Great Lakes Bay Region

Eldon Graham Engineering Scholarship Established by: Dr. and Mrs. Eldon L. Graham Awards: 6 at $2,500 each Assists engineering, technology or technological processes majors showing scholastic achievement, character and leadership with preferences given to students whose college experiences were interrupted

Grace Goetz Memorial Nursing Scholarship Fund Established by: Familly and Friends of Grace Goetz Awards: 1 at $1,600 Assists junior and senior nursing majors showing scholastic and personal achievement, good character and leadership with preference to licensed practical nurses (LPN) or nursing assistants Gorden Organic Chemistry Scholarship Established by: Dr. Berner J. Gorden Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists students who have completed organic chemistry courses at SVSU and demonstrate potential for excellence and positive contribution to the field of chemistry Marc A. Gordon Memorial Scholarship in Acting Established by: Family and Friends of Marc A. Gordon Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists theatre majors with a minimum junior standing who demonstrate potential, ability and passion to excel in the art of acting and have previously performed in a minimum of four SVSU productions James P. “Jim” Gorzinski Memorial Scholarship Established by: Family and Friends of Jim Gorzinski Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists junior and senior majors in accounting or finance demonstrating academic excellence with preference for candidates from Mid-Michigan Gougeon Brothers Science Scholarship Fund Established by: Gougeon Brothers, Inc. Awards: 1 at $900 Assists junior or senior students majoring in chemistry, environmental chemistry, mechanical engineering or secondary education/chemistry or science majors with preference for Bay County residents

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William and Virginia Groening Memorial Scholarship Established by: William A. Groening Awards: 14 at $1,000 each Assists students enrolled full- or part-time with financial need and scholastic achievement/potential David and Jacqueline Hall Opportunity Scholarship Established by: David and Jacqueline Hall Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists Saginaw County College of Business majors who demonstrate academic achievement, leadership, character, commitment to diversity/inclusion and community service Patricia A. Hansel Memorial Nursing Scholarship Established by: E. Malcolm Field, M.D. Awards: 4 at $1,000 each Assists registered nurses pursuing a graduate degree in nursing demonstrating academic excellence, good character, service to the community and dedication and professionalism in the field of nursing with preference to those specializing in surgical nursing Dr. Douglas E. and Patricia M. Hansen Endowed Academic Scholarship (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Dr. Douglas E. and Mrs. Patricia M. Hansen Will assist full-time secondary education students with a minimum 3.0 GPA who are student-athlees with the career goal of coaching, especially track and field Bruce Allen Hart Scholarship Established by: Hart Family Awards: 4 at $350 each Assists Michigan residents taking chemistry 111; preference given to College of Science, Engineering & Technology majors from Bay, Midland and Saginaw counties Albert S. Harvey Memorial Scholarship Established by: Harvey Memorial Foundation Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists new freshmen or transfer students enrolled full-time at SVSU

John W. and Marilyn M. Hausbeck Memorial Scholarship Established by: Hausbeck Family Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists residents of the City of Saginaw who demonstrate academic achievement and commitment to their community through a strong history of community service and involvement during their high school years Gladys Hernandez-Zubulake Endowed Scholarship for Spanish Majors/Minors Established by: Gladys Hernandez-Zubulake and George Zubulake Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists Spanish majors or minors eligible to take upperdivision Spanish courses and demonstrating excellence in the language and their overall academics Thomas Hetherman Memorial Scholarship Established by: Lois Hetherman Awards: 1 at $500 Assists participants in the SVSU golf program with a minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or higher

“This donation truly helped me follow my goals and attend my top university. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.”

Trevor S. James and Rosemary Hill Scholarship in Music Established by: James and Rosemary Hill Awards: 1 at $500 Assists music or music education majors with financial need who demonstrate excellence in their music courses Hispanic American Community Endowed Scholarship in Memory of Dr. Victor Luis Castellanos Established by: Vicente Castellanos and the Regional Hispanic Community Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists new freshman students who have demonstrated character and leadership in promoting Hispanic awareness or cultural diversity to the people of their community Dawn Hoeg Memorial Basketball Scholarship Established by: Family and Friends of Dawn Hoeg Awards: 2 at $2,000 each Assists members in good standing of SVSU men’s or women’s basketball teams who have achieved at least sophomore class standing and demonstrate good sportsmanship and continued positive contribution to their team Joseph and Gladys Hoern Memorial Fund Established by: Joseph H. Hoern and Gladys M. Hoern Awards: 77 scholarships; award amounts vary Assists students from Bay, Midland or Saginaw counties who demonstrate financial need

William S. Hoffmann and John R. Willertz Endowed Scholarship Established by: Families and Colleagues of William F. Hoffmann and John R. Willertz Awards: 1 at $1,200 Assists history or history education majors with a minimum of 60 completed credits and demonstrating academic excellence Scott L. Holman Baycaster Scholarship Established by: Scott L. Holman, Sr. Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists family members of active or retired Bay Cast employees who are Michigan residents and demonstrate character and leadership with preference to majors in engineering, College of Business or College of Education, and then to other Bay Cast family members Frederick Douglas and Natalia Ruth Horak Memorial Endowed Scholarship Established by: Frederick “Fritz” Horak and Lucy Horak Awards: 1 at $1,600 Assists residents of Bay, Midland or Saginaw counties pursuing degrees in pre-medicine, nursing, medical technology, occupational therapy, psychology, social work or sociology and demonstrating a commitment to community service and academic achievement Jay Hornsby Scholarship Established by: Family and Colleagues of Jay Hornsby Awards: 6 at $1,000 each Assists new freshmen who are Midland Dow or Midland High School graduates demonstrating financial need and recommended by their high school counselors Huntley Scholarship in Science and Mathematics Established by: Dr. Deborah R. Huntley and Mr. Alton F. Huntley Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists first-year students in the College of Science, Engineering & Technology or the College of Education who plan to teach math or science for grades 9-12 IBEW Local 557 Endowed Scholarship Established by: International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 557 Awards: 1 at $400 Assists students who demonstrate good leadership, character and community involvement with preference for IBEW Local 557 member sons and daughters IEEE Endowed Engineering Scholarship Established by: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Awards: 1 at $900 Assists engineering majors, active members of the IEEE student branch and active participants in the Northeast Michigan section of the IEEE who demonstrate academic achievement, good character and leadership

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Independent Bank Opportunity Scholarship Established by: Independent Bank Awards: 5 at $1,000 each Assists second-year students who are eligible for Pell Grants International Study Abroad Endowed Scholarship Established by: International Study Abroad Donors Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists students who have been accepted for at least one semester of study abroad with an expressed interest in languages and different cultures Sara Louise Jackson-Nearing Accounting Scholarship (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Mr. James V. Nearing Will assist freshman students majoring in accounting who demonstrate academic excellence and financial need Robert Castro Jaime Endowed Scholarship Established by: Mr. and Mrs. James Jaime Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists Social Work majors who are residents of Saginaw, Bay, Midland, Huron, Tuscola, Sanilac, Gratiot or Isabella counties and demonstrate the ability or potential to make a positive contribution to the field of social work Walter T. James Memorial Scholarship Established by: Family of Walter T. James Awards: 3 at $1,225 each Assists students who demonstrate academic achievement, good character, commitment to community service, involvement in extracurricular activities and leadership with a preference to sociology, social work and criminal justice majors Lorraine E. Jarusel Scholarship for Nontraditional Students (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Lorraine E. Jarusel Will assist nontraditional students pursuing degrees at SVSU Leo Jean Memorial Endowed Scholarship Established by: Estate of Loretta L. Jean Awards: 7 at $1,100 each Assists transfer students with at least 24 credits transferring to SVSU with preference to students transferring from a university environment Marion Jean Memorial Endowed Scholarship Established by: Estate of Loretta L. Jean Awards: 8 at $1,000 each Assists transfer students with at least 24 credits transferring to SVSU with preference to students transferring from a university environment

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James R. and Anita H. Jenkins Endowed Scholarship for Student Success Established by: James R. and Anita H. Jenkins Awards: 4 new at $1,000 each plus renewals for returning students Assists new freshman students pursuing degrees at Saginaw Valley State University with awareness of African American and/or Native American culture and commitment to inclusion and diversity Jurgens Nursing Scholarship Fund Established by: William and Lori Jurgens Awards: 3 at $1,500 each Assists students admitted to the nursing program who demonstrate academic achievement with the potential or ability to make a positive contribution to the field of nursing Art Kackmeister and Gladys Benjamin Kackmeister Memorial Endowed Scholarship Established by: Thomas P. Kackmeister Awards: 2 at $1,500 each Assists students who demonstrate academic achievement, financial need and a commitment to women’s athletics through coaching, advocacy or participation Mary C. Kato Endowed Scholarship Established by: Dr. Karen Gougeon and Mr. Brad Gougeon Awards: 1 at $400 Assists students in the College of Science, Engineering & Technology or College of Education who show academic achievement, leadership, good character and community service, with preference given to pre-dentistry majors Kimberly Sue and Carol Lee Keipinger Memorial Business Scholarship Established by: Michael and Carolyn Keipinger Awards: 2 at $500 each Assists new freshman students who are College of Business majors and demonstrate high character, leadership and integrity, are involved in extracurricular activities and community service activities with special consideration given to participant(s) in band Oscar Kloha Scholarship Established by: Oscar W. Kloha Awards: 2 at $1,000 each Assists new full- or part-time undergraduate or graduate students who demonstrate financial need, scholastic achievement and leadership potential Kozlowski Jet’s Pizza Family Scholarship Established by: Kozlowski Family/Jet’s Pizza Awards: 2 at $1,000 each Assists students from Genesee, Bay or Saginaw County who are members of the SVSU track & field or cross country teams and/or pursuing a major in the College of Business

Joseph and Karen Krantz Family Charitable Foundation Scholarship Established by: Joseph and Karen Krantz Family Charitable Foundation Awards: 1 at $1,400 Assists students who are residents of Bay County, enrolled full-time and demonstrate academic excellence, a commitment to volunteering and community service Thomas E. Kullgren Engineering Scholarship (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Dr. Thomas E. Kullgren Will assist engineering students of sophomore standing or greater who demonstrate a strong work ethic and dedication to their studies Lamson and Humphreys Endowed Scholarship Fund Established by: Dr. B. J. Humphreys and Mrs. Laura Humphreys Awards: 4 at $1,100 each Assists undergraduate or graduate students (including transfer students) who demonstrate leadership, good character and community service with preference to pre-law students and those working to finance their education Edward and Kathryn Langenburg Endowed Scholarship Established by: Edward and Kathryn Langenburg Awards: 1 at $1,100 Assists students admitted to the SVSU teacher education program pursuing a major in secondary education who are graduates of a Bay County high school, with preference given to graduates of Western or Central High Schools Don C. Law Memorial Scholarship Established by: Magline, Inc. and Family of Don C. Law Awards: 5 scholarships; award amounts vary Assists mechanical engineering or electrical engineering majors of minimum sophomore class standing who demonstrate academic achievement, good character and leadership with preference given to graduates of high schools in Saginaw, Bay, Midland, Arenac and Gladwin counties Sara Margaret Leki Scholarship Fund Established by: Sara Margaret Leki Trust Awards: 2 at $1,130 each Assists Mid-Michigan area residents enrolled full-time who demonstrate academic achievement, leadership, character and community involvement Jason Liddell Scholarship Established by: Burger King Awards: 1 at $1,200 Assists members of the SVSU football team of junior or senior class standing who demonstrate academic excellence, good citizenship, community service and leadership potential

Herbert H. Lyon Scholarship Established by: Family and Friends of Herbert H. Lyon Awards: 2 at $1,150 each Assists students who are residents of Bay, Midland or Saginaw counties with financial need, academic achievement and potential for leadership Michael and Megan Major Military Service Scholarship Established by: Michael and Megan Major Awards: 1 at $500 Assists military members or dependents of a military member with preference given to actively drilling members of any branch of the ready reserves Gladys and Samuel Marble Graduate Business Scholarship Fund Established by: Dr. Samuel and Mrs. Gladys Marble Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists graduate students who have attended Delta College and are enrolled full-time in the College of Business, with preference given to those with leadership potential and community involvement Samuel D. Marble Memorial Scholarship Established by: Dr. Samuel and Mrs. Gladys Marble Awards: 1 at $1,100 Assists Delta College transfer students majoring in the liberal arts who show leadership, community involvement and academic achievement Marx Family Endowed Engineering Scholarship Established by: Marx Family Awards: 5 at $1,000 each Assists new freshman Tri-City and Thumb Area students pursuing degrees in engineering who achieve academic excellence Maurovich-Warner Endowed Veterans Scholarship Established by: Dr. Robert Maurovich, Ms. Nancy Warner and Mrs. Marguerite Warner Awards: 4 at $1,000 each Assists Michigan residents who are returning student veterans having served at least one year in full-time military service with preference to the U.S. Army who demonstrate financial need Gary A. McMall Memorial Scholarship Established by: Family and Friends of Gary McMall Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists students who are graduates of Nouvel Catholic Central High School or transfer students from Delta College pursuing majors in the Scott L. Carmona College of Business

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CONTINUING A MOTHER’S LEGACY OF HELPING STUDENTS SUCCEED THE TENA S. BARUTH BASKETBALL SCHOLARSHIP

The Baruth Men Born July 7, 1942, in Tzum, Netherlands, Tena Boomsma immigrated with her parents and her five siblings to the United States in 1948 and settled near Hitchcock, South Dakota, on a family dairy farm. Upon graduation from college, Tena taught at Carthage High School in South Dakota, where she became the first female basketball coach in the school’s history. She married Roger Baruth on May 27, 1967 and paused her career to be a stay-at-home mom while her children were young.

Roger gives his wife, who passed away in 2011, much credit for that, as he had his hands full running the family farm.

“She raised five boys and every one turned out to be a good person.”

In addition to her priority on bringing the family together for daily meals, they all shared a common passion: basketball. “Basketball was our thing away from the farm,” Roger said.

Tena applied her coaching skills to helping their sons excel, and Roger says it all started when one of them came home discouraged with his results in a hoop shoot.

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“They would be out on the court shooting free throws when the games were over and everyone else was going home. It was not unusual for them to shoot up to 200 free throws in one night.” She was soon traveling with her sons all the way to competitions in Colorado and Montana. Roger recalls that one of their sons barely missed nationals, but for the ball rolling around the hoop.

Tena resumed her career, earning her master’s degree in school counseling from South Dakota State University in 1994 and serving in the Huron School system for 13 years as an elementary and middle school guidance counselor. Tena had a positive impact on thousands of children during her career and instilled a commitment to education and a hard work ethic into her own children. All five of the Baruth sons have college degrees. Her youngest son, Randy, serves as SVSU’s head basketball coach.

Randy spotted a need among student-athletes in the basketball program for financial assistance for spring/summer tuition or to carry them through to getting their degrees once they completed their athletic scholarship eligibility.

He talked with his father about establishing a scholarship in Tena’s name, and Roger immediately agreed that was the right way to honor her memory. “My wife loved working with kids and she was a teacher. That’s what she loved.”

When asked what advice he thought Tena might offer to scholarship recipients, he said, “Appreciate what you’re getting and work hard for it.”

Darnell “D.J.” Hoskins, Jr., a recipient of the Tena S. Baruth Basketball Scholarship, appreciates it immensely.

When asked what he’d like to say to his scholarship donors, he replied, “You are greatly appreciated; the thought of even giving out a scholarship of this magnitude is doing people in need a great service. As a recipient of a scholarship, I am extremely grateful that others are willing to assist me in paying for my college degree and helping change my life.”

season was in jeopardy of being cancelled, but thankfully we were able to have some resemblance of a season, although nothing about it was normal.”

D.J. took from the pandemic experience an important life lesson about change and adaptability, something with which the young immigrant Tena could have likely identified as she adapted to a new life in a new country, and achieved success with her education, career, and family. “Honestly, the pandemic has taught me that adapting to the way the world has changed is very important to continue being successful and realizing just how big of a part it all is in our world’s history,” D.J. said.

While D.J. has a solid backup plan to pursue a career in the corporate world with his SVSU degree, his dream is to continue his basketball career. “If I am fortunate enough to extend my basketball career after college and play professionally, that would be a dream come true.”

Damon Bozeman, a Detroit native and 2016 graduate of SVSU’s basketball program and former scholarship recipient, is living the dream as he trains to begin his fourth year playing professional basketball in Australia.

“I decided to attend SVSU because of the great coaching staff. I felt that the coaches had my best interest (at heart) and they were going to help me succeed on and off the floor. My favorite memory of all time is winning the GLIAC conference. Being able to win something like that is special.

It was also special for all teammates because we all worked so hard to achieve that goal!”

D.J. plans to graduate in May 2022 with his degree in business administration. “This scholarship helped me significantly (to) pay for a summer class that I needed for my athletic eligibility and academic progress headed into my final year so I can stay on track to graduate. I am proud of making it this far, and the even better part is that I am going to finish what I set out to do when I stepped foot on campus, and that was to earn my degree and make my family proud.”

Damon also credits his time at SVSU, while earning his degree in health science, with preparing him for his international career experience. “Life after college was an easy transition because of SVSU. Attending SVSU showed me how to work and communicate with people from all different ethnicities. Also, while living in Australia I was able to meet many different people from all over the world. Because of SVSU, I had no problem transitioning from America to Australia.”

D.J. seems like a perfect fit for a scholarship inspired by family ties. When asked why he chose SVSU, he replied, “The family atmosphere attracted me to SVSU. Academically, socially, and athletically, the university has allowed me to grow and become a better individual.”

Scholarship donors hold a special place in his heart as people who make more than just a huge financial impact on students. “If I could talk to SVSU scholarship donors I would say, please continue to support our program because we appreciate all of the love and support!”

The 2020-2021 academic year was challenging and required personal growth for a lot of students, and student-athletes had a more unusual year than most. “Athletically, our entire

That sentiment sums up the focus of Tena Baruth’s life and career: loving, supporting and inspiring young people to succeed.

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Nancy S. Meadows Memorial Graduate Grants in Education Established by: Dr. Robert W. and Mrs. Nancy S. Meadows Awards: 1 at $500 Assists students who have completed at least six credit hours toward a degree in the educational leadership program at the master’s or educational specialist level at SVSU Means Industries, Inc. Annual Mechanical Engineering Scholarship Established by: Means Industries, Inc. Awards: 2 at $1,250 each Assists full- or part-time students who are mechanical engineering majors

Dominic Monastiere Endowed Scholarship Fund Established by: Dominic and Pamela Monastiere Awards: 1 at $600 Assists first-generation college students with financial need who are graduates of a Bay County high school pursuing majors in the College of Business

Mary Merchant Art Scholarship Established by: Family of Mary Merchant Awards: 1 at $1,500 Assists majors in art, fine arts, graphic design or visual arts education from the Great Lakes Bay Region who demonstrate community involvement/service

Merlyn Mondol Endowed Scholarship Established by: Rajkumari Mondol Wiener and Dr. Merlyn Mondol Awards: 2 at $1,000 each Assists junior and senior psychology majors who have the ability to promote campus diversity to encourage global understanding and goodwill

Michigan Sugar Company Endowed Scholarship Established by: Michigan Sugar Company Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists Michigan College of Science, Engineering & Technology majors with preference given to agriculture minors and/or those planning careers in an agriculturerelated field

Edward B. “Ted” Morley, Jr. Memorial Endowed Athletic Scholarship Established by: Morley Companies, Family and Foundation Awards: 5 at $1,100 each Assists outstanding student athletes who have achieved academic excellence in high school

Midland Rotary Scholarship Established by: Midland Rotary Foundation Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists new incoming full-time freshman students from Midland County with minimum high school GPA of 3.0 and minimum SAT scores of 900-1050 and who demonstrate financial need

Morley Companies Endowed Scholarship for Student Success Established by: Morley Companies, Family and Foundation Awards: 1 at $500 Assists second year students with financial need who are residents of Saginaw County with preference given to firstgeneration in college students

J. William Miller Endowed Engineering Scholarship Fund Established by: J. William Miller Awards: 1 at $800 Assists returning or transfer engineering majors who have achieved at least sophomore status, academic excellence, good character and leadership Rhea Miller Scholarships in Music Established by: Rhea E. Miller Awards: 22 scholarships; award amounts vary Assists music and music education majors demonstrating excellence in their music courses and in vocal or instrumental performance with a preference to incoming freshmen

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Barbara Lee Mitchell Endowed Scholarship in Vocal Music Established by: Dr. James L. Mitchell Awards: 2 at $1,000 each Assists full- and part-time music and music education majors

Mridha International Student Leadership Award Established by: Dr. Debasish Mridha and Mrs. Chinu Mridha Awards: 1 at $1,300 Assists graduate and undergraduate international students involved in campus leadership and engagement Trisha Muladore and Covenant Nursing Endowment Established by: Mr. and Mrs. James G. Muladore Awards: 8 at $1,000 each Assists students admitted to the nursing program demonstrating financial need, academic achievement, commitment to community service and the ability or potential to make a positive contribution to the field of nursing

Multi-Cultural Engineering Scholarship Opportunity Fund Established by: Macro-Michigan Pre-Technical Education Partnership (M3PEP) Awards: 1 at $1,700 Assists junior and senior engineering or science majors who demonstrate character and leadership with preference for Bay, Midland and Saginaw County residents Claire and Toivo Myllykangas Endowed Scholarship Fund Established by: Estate of Claire and Toivo Myllykangas Awards: 5 at $1,000 each Assists new freshmen who are residents of Saginaw County achieving academic excellence with consideration of economic opportunity and prior educational opportunity Derrick Nash Memorial Education Scholarship Established by: Craig and Joan Douglas Awards: 1 at $1,300 Assists students demonstrating academic achievement who are accepted into the College of Education with preference given to students who have the ability or potential to make a positive contribution to the teaching profession Donald F. Nash Memorial Textbook Award Established by: Barbara N. Ewend and the Estate of Donald F. Nash Awards: 10 at $1,000 each Assists students achieving academic excellence in high school and demonstrating leadership, community involvement and financial need National Association of Purchasing Management (NAPM) Saginaw Valley Chapter Scholarship Established by: National Association of Purchasing Management - Saginaw Valley Chapter Awards: 1 at $450 Assists junior and senior majors in the College of Business who demonstrate leadership Ruth and A.R. O’Connor Memorial Endowed Golf Scholarship Fund Established by: Children of Ruth and A.R. O’Connor Awards: 3 at $1,250 each Assists members of the SVSU golf team with demonstrated ability to contribute to success of the golf program with preference given to Saginaw County residents James E. O’Neill, Jr. Scholarship Established by: Family and Friends of James E. O’Neill, Jr. Awards: 3 at $1,000 each Assists Saginaw County student athletes in baseball, golf, softball or tennis who demonstrate scholastic achievement, leadership potential and good citizenship with preference given to first-time-in-college students

Patricia Orr Endowed Business Scholarship Established by: Patricia Orr Awards: 1 at $500 Assists junior and senior Bay County College of Business majors who demonstrate academic achievement, financial need and involvement in activities/organizations that promote gender equity Oscar P. and Louise H. Osthelder Scholarship Established by: Oscar P. and Louise H. Osthelder Awards: 9 at $1,000 each Assists new freshman students who are residents of Bay County and show scholastic achievement, character, leadership and financial need Alan Ott and Chemical Bank Endowed Scholarship Fund Established by: Alan Ott and Chemical Bank (now TCF) Awards: 4 at $1,000 each Assists Mid-Michigan residents who are business or finance majors who demonstrate academic achievement, leadership and community involvement Otto, Westendorf and Wilhite Endowed Agricultural Scholarship Established by: Otto, Westendorf and Wilhite Families Awards: 1 at $400 Assists students planning to pursue a career in agriculture, including those with an agricultural studies minor as part of a bachelor’s degree program at SVSU Ricardo Pastor Spanish Scholarships Established by: Dr. J. Ricardo Pastor Awards: 8 at $500 each Assists students with a major or minor in Spanish/Spanish education who have achieved at least sophomore standing and academic excellence with preference given to residents of the Great Lakes Bay Region Elizabeth D. Paulick Endowed Scholarship Fund Established by: Ernest E. Paulick Awards: 1 at $1,400 Assists College of Business majors from Michigan who demonstrate community involvement, academic potential and financial need with preference given to nontraditional students, especially freshmen and transfer students Ernest E. Paulick Presidential Piper Endowed Scholarship (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Ernest E. Paulick Will assist students who are minimum grade two pipers or have competed at those levels within the prior two years and are recommended by a recognized piping judge or piping teacher

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Wesley F. Pearson and Harriet F. Pearson Scholarship Fund Established by: Estate of Harriet F. and Wesley F. Pearson Awards: 8 at $1,000 each Assists new freshman students with financial need and academic achievement planning to reside on campus Florence “Goody” Peters Civic Engagement Scholarship Established by: Family and Friends of Florence “Goody” Peters Awards: 1 at $400 Assists students of at least sophomore status who are members in good standing of an SVSU athletic team and at least one SVSU Registered Student Organization and have shown commitment to community service

“Receiving this scholarship has given me a sense of pride and responsibility.”

Jordan B. PNC Bank DECA Collegiate Scholarship Established by: PNC Bank Awards: 8 at $750 each Assists freshman students pursuing majors in the College of Business who are DECA High School Division members showing strong academic performance PNC Entrepreneurship Scholarship Established by: PNC Bank Awards: 2 at $2,000 each Assists junior or senior College of Business majors who have maintained academic excellence and shown interest in entrepreneurship activities or are involved in the creation of a business venture Pride Center Scholarship Established by: SVSU Pride Center Awards: 1 at $1,350 Assists undergraduate or graduate students who exemplify a commitment to the LGBTQIA+ community through service and scholarship with preference given to students who have financial need Public School Academy Scholarship Established by: SVSU School/University Partnership Awards: 131 scholarships; award amounts vary Assists graduates of one of the Public School Academies who demonstrate leadership and academic achievement/ potential George and Lynn Puia International Studies Endowment Established by: Dr. George and Mrs. Lynn Puia Awards: 2 at $500 each Assists students of sophomore or higher class standing participating in their first study abroad experience 20

Sebastian and Ida Ramet Endowed Scholarship for the Study of Foreign Languages or Cultures (scholarship revised in 2020 to Sebastian and Ida Ramet Endowed Scholarship for the Study of the Arts and Humanities) Established by: Dr. Carlos and Mrs. Jean Ho Ramet Awards: 1 at $1,100 Assists students participating in a study abroad experience with preference given to students with majors or minors in modern foreign languages, international studies or Asian studies Harry E. Rappa Memorial Engineering Scholarship Established by: Family of Harry E. Rappa Awards: 1 at $2,000 Assists students with undergraduate degrees in engineering and employed engineers enrolled in the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program or enrolled in the computer science and information systems (MSCIS) program with a preference for candidates with career experience Howard Lynn Rephan Scholarship Established by: Melvin and Laynor Rephan Awards: 1 at $500 Assists new freshman students enrolled full-time who have scholastic potential Residence Housing Association Endowed Scholarship (Endowment in Progress) Established by: SVSU Residence Housing Association Will assist students with a minimum GPA of 2.5 who reside on campus and demonstrate leadership and service experience and the potential to positively impact the campus community Jeffrey L. Roberts Endowed Scholarship in Chemistry Established by: Mr. Jeffrey L. Roberts and Ms. Mari McKenzie Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists new freshmen or new transfer students who are chemistry majors and graduates of Michigan high schools who demonstrate scholastic performance, leadership and character Dr. Janet K. Robinson Memorial Endowed Scholarship Established by: Family and Friends of Janet K. Robinson Awards: 1 at $900 Assists high-achieving psychology majors who have completed a minimum of 60 credit hours and plan to pursue graduate study in clinical or experimental psychology Theodore Roethke Student Writing Award Established by: Friends of Theodore Roethke Awards: 1 at $2,000 Assists students talented in creative writing of fiction and poetry who present a portfolio of polished creative work and demonstrate promise for continued growth and excellence in the field of creative writing

David A. Roy Memorial Scholarship Established by: Rob and Sage Roy Awards: 3 at $430 each Assists residents of Bay, Midland or Saginaw counties majoring in education, accounting, general business, management, nursing, medical laboratory science or occupational therapy Dr. Roosevelt Ruffin Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund Established by: Family and Friends of Dr. Roosevelt Ruffin Awards: 3 at $1,000 each Assists Saginaw County students with need, scholastic performance, community involvement, leadership potential, with preference to graduates of Saginaw High School or the City of Saginaw Adult GED program Roosevelt Ruffin Diversity and Inclusion Theatre Scholarships Established by: SVSU Theatre Department Awards: 1 at $500 Assists theatre or theatre education majors enrolled taking at least 12 credits per semester and demonstrating a commitment to diversity and inclusion Harold M. and Norine L. Rupp Endowed Scholarship Established by: Harold M. and Norine L. Rupp Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists new full-time students who are Michigan residents who demonstrate academic achievement, involvement in community service and extracurricular activities Jack M. and Lila J. Ryder Endowed Scholarship (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Jack M. and Lila J. Ryder Will assist full-time students who demonstrate academic achievement, commitment to community service and/or extracurricular involvement and demonstrate leadership or leadership potential Saginaw Bay Underwriters Employees Endowed Business Scholarship in Honor of Kurt Ewend Established by: Employees of Saginaw Bay Underwriters Awards: 2 at $1,150 each Assists junior and senior College of Business majors who demonstrate academic excellence and leadership with preference for employees and children/grandchildren of employees of Saginaw Bay Underwriters Saginaw Business and Professional Women’s Club Scholarship Established by: Saginaw Business and Professional Women’s Club Awards: 1 at $1,500 Assists nontraditional students who demonstrate the ability or potential to make a positive contribution to society and their chosen field with preference given to students from Saginaw County

Saginaw Enterprise Entrepreneurship Endowment Established by: James R. Doane/Saginaw Business Incubator, Inc. Awards: 2 at $1,300 each Assists students of at least sophomore class standing majoring in the College of Science, Engineering & Technology or the College of Business with preference given to students with a minor in entrepreneurship Saginaw Valley Chapter of the Construction Financial Management Association Scholarship Established by: Saginaw Valley Chapter of the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) Awards: 1 at $700 Assists accounting or finance majors of at least sophomore class standing who have achieved academic excellence, good citizenship, strong character and leadership potential Nicholas S. Scheall Memorial Scholarship Established by: Mrs. Linda Scheall Awards: 4 at $1,500 each Assists freshman students majoring in the College of Science, Engineering & Technology who participated in extracurricular activities or programs focusing on STEM education during their high school years Ronnie I. Scheall Memorial Scholarship Established by: Mrs. Linda Scheall Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists MSW or MBA students with preference given to firstgeneration college students, nontraditional students and/or students who have participated in activities or organizations that promote diversity and inclusion Ronald A. Schlicker Scholarship Established by: Estate of Ronald A. Schlicker Awards: 60 at $1,000 each Assists residents of Bay, Midland or Saginaw counties who demonstrate scholastic achievement and financial need Henry E. Schwartz Memorial Business Scholarship Established by: Mr. Henry E. Schwartz and Mrs. Patsy Hill Schwartz Knoy and Family Awards: 2 at $1,000 each Assists College of Business majors who demonstrate scholastic achievement, character, financial need and leadership potential in business, industry or public sector Patsy Hill Schwartz Endowed Music Scholarship Fund Established by: Mr. Henry E. Schwartz and Mrs. Patsy Hill Schwartz Knoy and Family Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists music majors who demonstrate scholastic achievement, character and leadership in the Department of Music

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Seitz Creative Writing Scholarship Established by: Jim and Melissa Seitz Awards: 1 at $1,200 Assists creative writing majors or minors who have achieved at least junior class standing and excellence in writing and overall academics Jeffrey Sexsmith Memorial Scholarship Established by: Friends and Family of Jeffrey Sexsmith Awards: 6 at $1,000 each Assists members of the SVSU golf team who demonstrate good character Robert W. Sidney Endowed Scholarship Established by: Robert W. Sidney Awards: 1 at $400 Assists Michigan residents achieving academic success and showing involvement in community service and extracurricular activities Sigma Pi Alumni Association Endowed Scholarship Established by: Sigma Pi Alumni Association Awards: 1 at $800 Assists members in good standing of the Theta-Beta Chapter of the Sigma Pi Fraternity, International with commitment to community involvement, citizenship and volunteerism Gerald I. and Olena Smith Community Service Endowed Scholarship Established by: Major Gerald I. and Mrs. Olena Smith Awards: 1 at $400 Assists Michigan residents with financial need who have performed community service such as the Peace Corps, military service or volunteered with a local community organization Maynard Smith Trust Scholarship Established by: Maynard L. Smith Awards: 75 at $1,000 each Assists students who demonstrate involvement in extracurricular activities or service to the community and exhibit potential to contribute to and enhance the quality of campus life Russell H. and Maxine E. Smith Endowed Scholarship for Student Success Established by: Russell H. and Maxine E. Smith Charitable Foundation Awards: 2 at $1,500 each Assists Bay County second-year students enrolled full-time who demonstrate financial need, with preference given to first-generation college students

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Spence Annual Tennis Scholarship Established by: Herbert A. Spence, III and Kathryn C. Spence Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists athletes in the SVSU tennis program, eligible to participate under NCAA II guidelines, who demonstrate good character and the ability to contribute to the competitiveness or success of the SVSU tennis team Spence Brothers Endowed Scholarship for Engineering Established by: Spence Brothers Construction Company and Spence Family Awards: 3 at $1,000 each Assists engineering majors who demonstrate scholastic achievement, financial need, leadership and character Standing Wheelchair Company Annual Scholarship in Memory of Douglas Spooner Established by: Standing Wheelchair Company and the Family of Douglas Spooner Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists students with a physical or learning challenge, with preference to majors in the College of Science, Engineering & Technology Dr. Benjamin C. Stark Biology Scholarship Established by: Martin H. Stark Awards: 1 at $1,500 Assists freshman biology majors achieving academic excellence in high school and demonstrating financial need Morrison M. and Julie A. Stevens Scholarship Established by: Morrison and Julie Stevens Awards: 1 at $750 Assists nontraditional students who are residents of Bay, Saginaw or Midland counties who demonstrate financial need, with preference given to majors in the colleges of Business, Education or Science, Engineering & Technology James F. and Elizabeth A. Stoddard Endowed Scholarship Established by: Dr. James F. Stoddard Awards: 10 at $1,000 each Assists nursing students from Bay, Arenac or Iosco County who demonstrate the ability or potential to make a positive contribution to their chosen field Charles J. Strosacker Scholarship Established by: Charles J. Strosacker Foundation Awards: 6 at $1,000 each Assists College of Science, Engineering & Technology majors who have financial need with preference given to engineering majors

Student Association Community Improvement Endowed Scholarship Established by: SVSU Student Association Awards: 2 at $1,000 each Assists students of minimum sophomore standing who achieve academic excellence and demonstrate an outstanding commitment to community service

SVSU Endowed Scholarship for Student Success Established by: U.S Department of Education T3 Grant Funds Awards: 5 scholarships at $1,000-$2,000 each Assists full-time students with a minimum 2.5 GPA entering their second, third or fourth year at SVSU and demonstrating financial need

Student Association Legislative and External Affairs Scholarship Established by: SVSU Student Association Awards: 1 at $500 Assists students who have a history of political/volunteer experience

SVSU Endowed Science Research Scholarship Established by: SVSU Science Club Awards: Award amounts vary Assists students enrolled in specific courses in the College of Science, Engineering & Technology with preference to those possessing the highest grade point averages and most credits earned in their majors

Student Association Student Empowerment Endowed Scholarship-Academic Focus Established by: SVSU Student Association Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists students enrolled at SVSU for at least one academic year at the time of application who demonstrate academic achievement and/or potential

SVSU Faculty Association Chrysalis Endowed Scholarship Fund Established by: SVSU Faculty Association Awards: 2 at $1,000 each Assists nontraditional students who have completed a minimum of 12 credits at SVSU with academic success

Student Association Student Empowerment Endowed Scholarship-Extracurricular Focus Established by: SVSU Student Association Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists students enrolled at SVSU for at least one academic year at the time of application with a strong commitment to community service and involvement

SVSU Faculty Association Endowed Scholarship Established by: SVSU Faculty Association Awards: 3 at $1,766 each Assists students demonstrating academic excellence with preference for nontraditional students, second degree students pursuing a new field and immediate family of SVSU alumni

Student Association Student Study Abroad Endowed Scholarship Established by: SVSU Student Association Awards: Award amounts vary Assists students enrolled at SVSU for at least one academic year with a strong history of community service who commit to volunteering while receiving the scholarship

SVSU Health Professional Alumni Endowed Scholarship Established by: SVSU Health Professional Alumni Awards: 3 at $450 each Assists academically excellent juniors and seniors who are residents of Arenac, Bay, Huron, Midland, Saginaw, Sanilac or Tuscola counties pursuing majors within the College of Health & Human Services or the College of Science, Engineering & Technology

SVSU Endowed Nursing Scholarship Established by: SVSU Nursing Faculty, Alumni and Friends Awards: 1 at $800 Assists nursing students showing financial need, academic achievement and the personal characteristics identified by professional nursing organizations as needed in nursing students in order to meet current and projected needs of the profession and society SVSU Endowed Scholarship for Students from India Established by: Dr. and Mrs. K.P. Karunakaran Awards: 1 at $1,900 Assists international students achieving academic excellence and enrolled in a degree program

SVSU Memorial Scholarship Fund Established by: Donors of SVSU Memorial Gifts Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists freshman or transfer students enrolled full-time SVSU/Ming Chuan International Student Endowed Scholarship Established by: Ming Chuan University Awards: 5 at $1,080 each Assists full-time international students pursuing degree programs at SVSU

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ON AN UPWARD TRAJECTORY AT SVSU

AMERICAN LEGION POST 22 LEGION RIDERS SCHOLARSHIP SCOTT AND NANCY CARMONA ENDOWED BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Gabriel Villarreal, III Gabriel Villarreal, III has been on an upward trajectory, from his graduation from Freeland High School until his present status as a senior at SVSU, on target to graduate in May 2022. When asked what achievement in college made him the proudest, Gabe explained, “My GPA is the highest at SVSU than ever before. I have come so far since high school.

I left Freeland High School with a 2.545 GPA. I graduated Delta College with somewhere around a 3.2-3.3. Now, I have a 3.6. I also am in an international economics honor society, Omicron Delta Epsilon, and was recently inducted as a member of Pi Sigma Alpha, a political science honor society.” This most recent honor required Gabe to be in the top 1/3 of his class.

Gabe’s achievements at SVSU have been recognized with the American Legion Post 22 Legion Riders Scholarship and the Scott and Nancy Carmona Endowed Business Scholarship. An economics and political science major, Gabe’s future plans include law school with a focus on medical malpractice, and possibly service in the U.S. Army. With his bachelor’s degree from SVSU, he would be eligible to serve as an officer, continuing a long-standing family tradition of military service. His mother served in the U.S. Air Force, 24

his father in the Army, his maternal grandfather in the Army Air Corps and his paternal great-grandfather fought in Papua, New Guinea, during World War II. His interest in the law also stemmed from his connection to family, having seen his grandparents cope with nursing home issues that inspired his choice of medical malpractice as a focus for his legal studies.

The American Legion Post 22 in Saginaw was established in 1919. The post serves a variety of needs for the community and veterans including Honor Guard for funerals, participation in flag lines with the Michigan Patriot Guard, and supplying equipment such as canes, walkers, and crutches for veterans and their families. The Legion provides youth programs and is involved in many other service activities throughout the year. The SVSU scholarship is funded with money raised by the Legion Riders and the Sons of the American Legion to assist veterans and their families.

Scott (B.S., 1981) and Nancy Carmona established endowed scholarship programs in both engineering and business, and have provided strong support to SVSU, Scott’s alma mater, for many years. Most recently, they made the leadership

gift to the expansion and enhancement of SVSU’s business school, recognized by the naming of the Scott L. Carmona College of Business in 2020. The Scott and Nancy Carmona Endowed Business Scholarship assists full-time College of Business majors in their second year or later who demonstrate academic excellence and leadership.

Though Gabe receives benefits through the Veterans Administration, works to help finance his education and has taken out loans, that still doesn’t cover the full cost of his college education. He credits scholarship support with making the essential difference. “It has helped tremendously. There is no way I could have afforded college without it.”

Gabe’s decision to attend SVSU was based on the smooth transfer process from Delta and Gabe’s choice to remain close to home, where he puts a priority on family time with his girlfriend and their son. They are looking forward to welcoming a new daughter in the near future, and Gabe plans to spend some time after graduation focusing on his role as a father before starting the next phase of his educational and career journey.

Gabe expressed his gratitude for scholarship support and his hope to make a similar impact on future generations.

“Thank you so much. This money is the only thing that kept me in school. Without you (donors) I wouldn’t be where I am today. Regardless of how hard someone works, financial struggles can really take the wind out of your sails. Someday, hopefully, I am able to pay it forward and grant scholarships myself.”

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Jason Sweet Greek Life Student Leadership Scholarship Established by: Jason Sweet Awards: 1 at $250 Assists student leaders who demonstrate a commitment to the principles of Greek Life through their campus involvement (scholarship, service, philanthropy and leadership) Theatre Scholarship Established by: SVSU Foundation Awards: 8 scholarships; award amounts vary Assists theatre or theatre education majors who demonstrate academic achievement

Gerald R. Trudell Memorial Scholarship Established by: Northern Tube / Tubular Metal Systems Awards: 1 at $800 Assists junior or senior engineering or manufacturingfocused majors with priority given to Northern Tube employee children

Thompson Family Freshman Achiever Scholarship Established by: Robert and Ellen Thompson Awards: 10 at $5,000 each (new awards) Assists second-year students (completed two semesters) at the university, pursuing a four-year degree

“The generosity shown to me has allowed for my dream to become a reality — to be the first person in my family to attend college.”

Robert and Ellen Thompson Military Scholarship Established by: Robert and Ellen Thompson Awards: 10 at $4,000 each (new awards) Assists honorably discharged veterans and drilling reservists of the U.S. military or members of the National Guard with financial need Robert and Ellen Thompson Scholarship for Working Families Established by: Robert and Ellen Thompson Awards: 246 scholarships; award amounts vary Assists students with financial need who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership and community service Robert and Ellen Thompson Transfer Student Scholarship Established by: Robert and Ellen Thompson Awards: 20 at $3,000 each (new awards) Assists transfer students from a Michigan college or university with financial need and academic excellence who plan to attend SVSU full-time Shannan Thompson Memorial Scholarship Established by: Dick and Sue Thompson Awards: 1 at $1,500 Assists incoming freshmen who are Nouvel Catholic Central graduates and demonstrate academic achievement, character and leadership Abou Traore Student Scholarship Established by: Friends of Abou Traore Awards: 1 at $800 Assists students committed to campus/community involvement and the potential to make a continuing meaningful contribution to their community in the service of others

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Triskelions Scholarship Established by: Triskelions Awards: 2 at $1,300 each Assists new freshman students enrolled full-time who show scholastic achievement, character and leadership

Hannah T. Dean Paul J. Uselding Endowed Scholarship for Family Business Established by: Morrison and Julie Stevens Awards: 1 at $550 Assists junior or senior College of Business majors who are Michigan residents and second generation or beyond in a family that owns and operates a family business USWA Local 12075 Annual Scholarship for Health Care Established by: United Steel Workers of America (USWA) Local 12075 Awards: 2 at $500 each Assists students must be pre-OT, OT, nursing or health sciences majors who have achieved at least sophomore status with the potential or ability to make a positive contribution to the health care field USWA Local 12075 Annual Scholarship in Human Services Established by: United Steel Workers of America (USWA) Local 12075 Awards: 1 at $500 Assists majors in social work, criminal justice, public administration or political science who have achieved sophomore standing and demonstrate financial need and the ability or potential to make a positive contribution to their chosen fields USWA Local 12075 Dannie Garver Memorial Scholarship Established by: United Steel Workers of America (USWA) Local 12075 Awards: 1 at $500 Assists minimum sophomore class standing students with financial need pursuing degrees in social work, criminal justice, public administration or political science

Daisy Margaret Van Benschoten Memorial Endowed Scholarship Established by: Harvey E. Van Benschoten Awards: 1 at $600 Assists history majors who demonstrate good character and the need for encouragement in their goal of selfimprovement

Weinlander Fitzhugh Endowed Scholarship Established by: Principals and Employees of Weinlander Fitzhugh Awards: 5 at $1,000 each Assists accounting or computer science majors with first preference given to members of the Weinlander Fitzhugh family and next preference to first-time-in-college students

Varsity Athletic Endowed Scholarship Established by: SVSU Athletic Alumni and Friends Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists athletes in completing their degrees when they have exhausted their eligibility for athletic assistance grants

Donald and Barbara Weyenberg Science Scholarship Established by: Dr. Donald and Mrs. Barbara Weyenberg Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists majors in the College of Science, Engineering & Technology with strong academic performance in high school who demonstrate character, leadership and extracurricular involvement/community service

Gloria J. and Douglas E. Wagener Support Staff Endowed Scholarship Established by: SVSU Support Staff Association Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists members of the SVSU Support Staff Association or their families Mary C. Walker Nursing Scholarship Established by: Mrs. Edna Walker and Mr. Raymond C. Walker Awards: 1 at $600 Assists students who have completed their third semester of the clinical nursing program, demonstrate scholastic achievement, leadership and a holistic attitude toward nursing Walter Walpole Memorial Scholarship Established by: Walbro Corporation and the Walpole Family Awards: 3 at $1,100 each Assists students with financial need, character, scholastic achievement and leadership Jean Davis Warrick Endowed Business Scholarship Established by: Dr. Earl and Mrs. Jean Davis Warrick Awards: 1 at $1,300 Assists junior and senior majors in the College of Business who demonstrate character, leadership and academic achievement Al Watrous, Watrous Family, Marty Stark Golf Scholarship Established by: Al Watrous, Watrous Family and Martin H. Stark Awards: 3 scholarships; award amounts vary Assists members of the SVSU golf team who demonstrate character, academic achievement and dedication to golf program in high school or college

Richard Burdette White Memorial Scholarship Established by: Mrs. Alice L. White Awards: 1 at $600 Assists students who are golf team participants/potential participants who demonstrate good character with preference given to students whose parents are members of Bridgeport Country Club W. Leslie Whittaker Memorial Scholarship Established by: Family and Friends of W. Leslie Whittaker Awards: 1 at $500 Assists students who have completed at least 24 credit hours of college coursework, including the basic skills requirements and are planning to work with young people in the basic literacy skills Harvey Randall Wickes Annual Scholarship Established by: Harvey Randall Wickes Foundation Awards: $20,000 in scholarships and athletic grants Assists students who are enrolled full-time and demonstrate academic excellence and leadership potential, with preference given to new freshman students Russell C. Will Memorial Scholarship Established by: Friends and Colleagues of Russell C. Will Awards: 1 at $300 Assists computer science or computer information systems majors with preference given to graduates of Midland High School, then graduates of any high school within Saginaw, Bay or Midland counties G. James and Lyla Williams Scholarship in Nursing and Teacher Education Established by: G. James and Lyla Williams Awards: 12 at $1,000 each Assists full-time students accepted in either the BSN (nursing) or teacher education program who demonstrate improvement in their GPA since their freshman year 27

SSG William R. Wilson, III Memorial Scholarship for Military Students Established by: Ted Lind and Jenna Briggs Awards: 1 at $1,200 Assists current members of the military (active duty, Navy Reserve, Army/Air National Guard, Army Reserve, Marine Corps Reserve), veterans or dependents of a military member killed in action (KIA) Windy Scholarship Fund Established by: Michael and Bridget Windy Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists students who graduated from Tuscola County high schools, especially Reese graduates, who are majoring in the College of Business or computer information systems Wineman Technology, Inc. Endowed Scholarship Established by: Wineman Technology, Inc. Awards: 1 at $900 Assists students of sophomore or higher class standing pursuing degrees in electrical or mechanical engineering with preference given to students who graduated from high schools in Saginaw, Bay or Midland County, especially those who are employed as interns with Wineman Technology Ann L. Wintermyer Memorial Endowed Nursing Scholarship Established by: Dr. Robert L. Wintermyer Awards: 9 at $1,000 each Assists students with financial need who are admitted to the nursing program and demonstrate academic excellence and the ability or potential to contribute to the field of nursing Jack and Alice Wirt Scholarship Established by: Jack and Alice Wirt Awards: 6 at $1,000 each Assists returning or transfer students with financial need who have completed at least 30 credits toward a degree program Wolgast Corporation Endowed Scholarship Established by: Wolgast Corporation Awards: 1 at $900 Assists engineering majors who demonstrate academic achievement, character and leadership with preference given to students with an interest in the construction industry Wolverine Bank Endowed Scholarship Fund Established by: Wolverine Bank (now Horizon Bank) Awards: 2 at $1,400 each Assists Mid-Michigan residents who demonstrate achievement, leadership and character

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Jerry A. and Marcena C. Woodcock Endowed Scholarship Fund Established by: Jerry A. and Marcena C. Woodcock Awards: 3 at $1,000 each Assists students who demonstrate achievement, leadership and character, with preference given to health care, education, commerce or engineering majors Steve Yanca Memorial Social Work Scholarship Established by: Family and Colleagues of Steve Yanca Awards: 1 at $1,000 Assists Social Work majors with preferences for those who are Great Lakes Bay Region residents, have demonstrated leadership and are engaged in community service in the region Lloyd and Judy Yeo Endowed Business Scholarship Established by: Lloyd and Judy Yeo Awards: 2 at $1,400 each Assists College of Business majors with an established record of achievements Yeo and Yeo Accounting Scholarship Established by: Yeo & Yeo, PC CPAs and Business Consultants Awards: 1 at $1,500 Assists full-time senior accounting majors demonstrating academic achievement with the intent to enter the CPA profession upon graduation Leonard and Janet Zeilinger Endowed Agricultural Scholarship Established by: Family of Leonard and Janet Zeilinger Awards: 6 at $1,000 each Assists students who plan to pursue a career in the agriculture field including students pursuing an agricultural studies minor as part of a bachelor’s degree program to be completed at SVSU Douglas Zielinski Memorial Scholarship in Mechanical Engineering Established by: Mrs. Carolyn Zielinski Awards: 1 at $1,800 Assists junior or senior mechanical engineering majors with the ability or potential to make a positive contribution to the field of mechanical engineering

NAMED PROGRAMS AND AWARDS Raana Akbar Memorial Lecture on Islam and Culture Established by: Dr. Waheed Akbar Supports lectures that enrich knowledge of Islamic culture and interfaith understanding that are offered free to the community Allen Foundation, Inc. Research Fund Established by: Allen Foundation, Inc. Supports research by SVSU faculty and students in the areas of health and nutrition Frank and Lucille Andersen Endowed Professorship in Nursing Established by: Frank N. Andersen Foundation Brings a distinguished health professional to SVSU to create and oversee a research, service, or academic program Mary H. Anderson Adjunct Faculty Award Established by: Family of Mary H. Anderson Provides an award to recognize outstanding SVSU adjunct faculty Dr. Shiv K. Arora Student Investment Portfolio Endowment Established by: Dr. Shiv K. Arora Allows SVSU students to engage in “real world” investment activities by managing an actual portfolio Athletic Leadership Development Fund (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Mr. John A. and Dr. Sally A. Decker Will assist SVSU employees pursuing leadership professional development experiences, especially those that will enhance the leadership of athletic programs and operations Barstow Humanities Seminar Established by: Barstow Foundation Brings a nationally recognized humanities scholar and teacher to SVSU as a guest speaker

Albert J. Beutler Forums On Ethics and Practice Established by: Friends and Colleagues of Albert J. Beutler Supports forums that address contemporary issues related to ethical practice and behavior The Bleckes’ Health/Human Services Professionals Fund Established by: Dr. Jan and Mr. David Blecke Promotes and supports professional development and continuing education opportunities for SVSU health professions faculty and staff Boehm Writing Center Tutor Service Award Established by: Diane M. Boehm Funds projects designed and executed by student writing tutors that support the mission of the Writing Center and benefit SVSU, the community, and/or the writing center field Diane Boehm ePortfolio Award Established by: Diane M. Boehm Recognizes the creative and effective integration of writing and multimedia by SVSU students via the medium of ePortfolios Botz Liberal Arts Fellowship Established by: Janet M. Botz Encourages and supports career exploration, preparation, and internships for liberal arts majors pursuing success in business, industry, and other personal and professional endeavors Arnold and Gertrude Boutell/Citizens Bank of Saginaw Executive-in-Residence Established by: Arnold and Gertrude Boutell Memorial Fund/Citizens Bank Supports teaching and professional service by an executive-in-residence in the College of Business Braddock-Petersen-Renna Awards for Excellence (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Colleagues of Drs. Braddock, Petersen, and Renna Will support student awards for excellence in the fields of specialization of Drs. Braddock, Petersen, and Renna 29

MJ Brandimore Residential Life Emerging Leader Endowed Award Established by: SVSU Alumni and Friends of MJ Brandimore Recognizes full-time students living on campus who demonstrate a strong commitment to making a positive impact on their community and the lives of others Ruth and Ted Braun Awards for Writing Excellence Established by: Ruth and Ted Braun Recognizes excellence in student writing in multiple disciplines and funds publication of winning student works Braun Fellowship Established by: Harvey Randall Wickes Foundation in honor of Ruth and Ted Braun Recognizes the exceptional accomplishments and potential of select SVSU faculty and staff by funding a research or special project Dr. Charlie Brown Endowed Instrumental Ensemble Fund (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Terry L. Lutz Will promote excellence and support expenses related to SVSU Music Department ensembles Cardinal Fund Endowment Established by: Cardinal Athletic Club Provides athletic assistance grants for SVSU’s student athletes Cardinal Sins Endowment Established by: Cardinal Sins Staff and Readers Funds costs associated with production of the SVSU publication, Cardinal Sins Center for Public Policy and Service Endowed Award (Endowment in Progress) Established by: SVSU Faculty and Staff Will assist students preparing for careers in public service by funding costs of internships and service-based projects Chubb Endowment (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Dr. Andrew and Mrs. Jennifer Chubb Will benefit SVSU students through programs or scholarships; final terms to be determined

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College of Education Student/Faculty Research Endowment Established by: US Department of Education T3 Grant Encourages and supports collaborative research projects involving students, faculty and staff in the College of Education Charles Curtiss Award (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Herbert A. Spence, III and Kathryn Curtiss Spence Will recognize student leadership and excellence; final terms to be determined Department of Mechanical Engineering Student Award Established by: SVSU Department of Mechanical Engineering Provides annual awards to mechanical engineering majors with academic achievement, character, and leadership who demonstrate potential for meritorious completion of their major Dow Chemical Company Centennial Chair in Global Business Established by: Dow Supports a distinguished scholar and teacher in the College of Business who will engage in teaching, scholarly work and service activities within the university and the community Dow Corning Foundation Professorship in Education Established by: Dow Corning Foundation Recognizes, rewards and promotes scholarly performance in teacher preparation at SVSU Dow Corning Public Service Award Established by: Dow Corning Foundation Provides awards to SVSU students who demonstrate commitment to public service that support the costs of a service project or travel/living expenses associated with an internship in state government Dow Entrepreneurship Institute Endowment Established by: Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation Stimulates creation of new business ventures, serves as a resource for research activities aimed at business innovation, and provides internship opportunities for student entrepreneurs

Dow Science and Sustainability Center Fund Established by: Dow Chemical Company Foundation Serves SVSU and K-12 students and educators by funding the Dow Science and Sustainability Education Center at SVSU, including a summer research experience and the mobile research lab Herbert H. Dow Endowed Professorship in Chemistry Established by: Dow and Dow Family Supports a distinguished scholar and teacher in the Chemistry Department who will engage in teaching, scholarly work, and service activities within the university and the community Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow STEM Scholars Network Established by: Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation Supports STEM learning experiences for K-12 students, including the Summer STEM Opportunities Camp for middle school students.

Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Student Research and Creativity Endowment Established by: Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation Provides support to the SVSU Undergraduate Research Program which integrates the university’s teaching and research missions through the creation and facilitation of faculty/student research partnerships Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Visiting Scholars and Academic Development Fund Established by: Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation Supports expansion and enrichment of curricular offerings for students and cultural offerings for people of the surrounding community and fosters continued intellectual development of accomplished faculty Economic and Technology Summit Endowment (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Harry L. Leaver Will support informational summits conducted by the SVSU Business Excellence Centers Ederer Literacy Center Endowment (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Mary Lou and Roselynn Ederer

William and Julia Edwards Lectureship Established by: William and Julia Edwards Supports lectures by influential scholars and speakers in the areas of philosophy and religion Endowed Lecture in African American Culture Established by: Drs. Mamie and Odail Thorns; Dr. Eric Gardner Supports visits by nationally known scholars of AfricanAmerican culture to SVSU for public lectures and shortterm residencies Malcolm and Lois Field Endowed Chair in Health Science Established by: Dr. and Mrs. E. Malcolm Field Supports a distinguished scholar and teacher in the College of Health and Human Services who will engage in teaching, scholarly work and service activities within the university and the community James V. Finkbeiner Professorship in Ethics Established by: Harvey Randall Wickes Foundation Supports a distinguished scholar and teacher in the College of Arts and Behavioral Sciences who will engage in teaching, scholarly work, and service activities within the university and the community Ken Follett Archive Endowment Established by: Ken Follett Supports the maintenance and administration of author Ken Follett’s archives, held at the Melvin J. Zahnow Library Ralph and Marilyn Frahm Agricultural Research Endowment Established by: Marilyn and Ralph Frahm Supports and encourages students and faculty to engage in agricultural research and add to the growing body of information archived by the Saginaw County Agricultural Society Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Conservation Endowment Established by: Rosalind Fredericks Provides funds for the preservation and conservation of the sculptural and other artistic works by Marshall M. Fredericks on the SVSU campus

Will provide support for the SVSU Literacy Center

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Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Exhibition Endowment Established by: Friends of the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Provides funds for presentation of a regular schedule of changing exhibitions at the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum at SVSU Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Operations Endowment Established by: Friends of the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Provides funds for regular operating costs of the Museum Rosalind C. Fredericks Education Trust Established by: Friends of the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Funds programs that expand the audience for the Museum by improving services to visitors, including programs for K-12 students in the region Gerstacker Fellows Endowment Established by: Rollin M. Gerstacker Foundation Provides a leadership development program for a select group of premier teachers and administrators each year and creates a new cadre of educational leaders throughout the State of Michigan who will increase the quality of K-12 education in their communities Fred G. and Leona M. Geyer Endowed Nursing Education Support Fund Established by: Leona M. Geyer Trust Supports current needs and priorities of the SVSU Nursing Department as determined by the dean of the College of Health and Human Services Gilbertson-Field Endowment (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Dr. and Mrs. E. Malcolm Field Will benefit SVSU students through programs or scholarships; final terms to be determined Gilmore-Williams Memorial Fund Established by: Dr. Richard H. and Mrs. Alma Gilmore Provides annual support for the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Eldon L. Graham Engineering Department Endowment Established by: Dr. and Mrs. Eldon L. Graham Provides support for programs and equipment for the Engineering Department

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Stuart D. and Vernice M. Gross Award for Literature Established by: Stuart D. and Vernice M. Gross Funds an award for literary works in the areas of regional history and historical fiction/drama, with preference to works focusing on Michigan-related subject matter Mayme Hamilton and Mary Pat Hamilton Award for Excellence in Tutoring Established by: Dr. Eugene Hamilton Provides an award to recognize outstanding SVSU student tutors George Heron Emergency Fund for Social Work Students Established by: Friends and Colleagues of George Heron Provides assistance to social work students with urgent and unforeseen financial hardships House Family Award for Teacher Impact Established by: Robert J. House Recognizes faculty in the Colleges of Arts and Behavioral Sciences, Business, and Education who have a profound positive impact on the lives of their students Interdisciplinary Studies Endowment Established by: Dr. Albert C. Plaush Encourages the exchange of information and ideas across disciplines by providing support to relevant projects through the Undergraduate Research Program Leopold J. Kantzler Fellowship Established by: The Kantzler Foundation Supports a fellowship program for students who are Bay County high school graduates and show leadership, character, commitment to community service, and potential for future community service Karpovich Endowment (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Dr. David Karpovich Will benefit SVSU students through programs or scholarships; final terms to be determined Judith Kerman Faculty Teaching and Mentoring Prize in Technology and Culture Established by: Dr. Judith B. Kerman Funds grants for projects that recognize the important relationship between teaching, classroom learning, and mentorship through research in the signficance of technology from a humanities perspective

Franc A. Landee Award for Teaching Excellence Endowment Established by: Family and Friends of Dr. Franc A. Landee Supports an award recognizing teaching excellence among SVSU faculty Crystal M. Lange Post-Graduate Incentive Award Established by: Dr. Crystal M. Lange Provides encouragement and financial assistance to employees of SVSU in their pursuit of post-graduate degrees Library Endowment (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Staff and Friends of Melvin J. Zahnow Library Will provide funds to support the needs and priorities of the Melvin J. Zahnow Library Ludington Fellowship in Public Policy and Service Established by: The Honorable Thomas L. Ludington and Mr. John S. Ludington Provides support and encouragement to students demonstrating an active commitment to public service and community involvement by assisting with the costs of an internship experience Lyman-Parker Nonprofit Fellowship in the Arts Established by: David Lyman and Nancy Parker Supports an internship for an SVSU student in a regional nonprofit arts organization Francis X. MacKenna Chemistry Student Research Fund Established by: Friends and Colleagues of Francis X. MacKenna Supports research by SVSU students who demonstrate academic excellence in their field and complete certain courses in organic and analytical chemistry Mattar Spirit Award Established by: Steve and Nancy Mattar; Swim and Dive Team Parents Recognizes members of the swim and dive team who exhibit exceptional spirit and support for the team Hunter Maxwell Memorial Basketball Camp Scholarship Established by: Craig Maxwell and Greta Bolger Provides financial assistance to K-12 students enabling them to attend a basketball camp at SVSU

Rhea E. Miller Concert Series Established by: Rhea E. Miller Trust Funds an annual series of concerts by renowned musicians at SVSU for the benefit of students and the community Rhea E. Miller Music Department Endowment Established by: Rhea E. Miller Trust Provides support to the SVSU Music Department to benefit students and enhance the department’s programs Dr. James Lee Mitchell Endowment for the College of Business Established by: Dr. James L. Mitchell Provides funds for student scholarships, program enhancement, or other activities in a manner that will enrich the experience of SVSU business students as determined by the dean of the College of Business Ming Chuan Multilingual Writing Award Established by: Ming Chuan University Recognizes outstanding undergraduate writing by SVSU students for whom English is not their native language Carleen K. Moore, RN Nursing Excellence Award Established by: Terry and Carleen Moore Supports recognition of outstanding regional nurses through awards and an annual event Morley French Immersion Fellowship Established by: Morley Companies Provides a French immersion experience in Quebec for an SVSU student who, upon completion, will receive a paid internship with the company NEST Fellowship Established by: SVSU Friends and Alumni Supports awards to students who commit to working an established number of hours per week to support success of their fellow students in the areas of wellness, technology, academics and social events Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Endowment Established by: Bernard Osher Foundation Supports the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at SVSU Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) MemberSupported Endowment Fund (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Members of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Will enhance programming, physical facilities and equipment for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute 33

Owsley/Yang Endowed Award Established by: Gene and Karen Yang Supports an annual award to an outstanding biology student William H. Parth Cardinal Formula Racing Endowment Established by: Estate of William H. Parth Provides funds for the SVSU Cardinal Formula Racing program Harold W. Peterson Award for Excellence in Elementary or Secondary School Teaching Established by: Dr. Harold W. Peterson Funds an award recognizing excellence amoung elementary and secondary teachers within the SVSU service area Pioneer Club Endowment (Endowment in Progress) Established by: SVSU Senior/Retired Faculty, Staff, Board Members Will provide support for SVSU students and/or programs; specific terms to be determined Albert C. Plaush Endowment Established by: Estate of Dr. Albert C. Plaush Provides funds for the SVSU Chemistry Department Mel A. Pryor Memorial Fund (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Dr. Joseph Ofori-Dankwa Will provide funding to an SVSU student who attends Victorious Believers Ministries to visit Ghana as part of a faculty-led trip Donna J. Roberts Fellowship Endowment Established by: Donna J. Roberts Funds a leadership development program of distinction for students that culminates in an international travel experience Theodore Roethke Fund Established by: Morley Foundation Provides support for activities and events that promote and preserve the legacy of Theodore Roethke Rupp Endowment (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Vicki and Brock Rupp Will benefit SVSU students through programs or scholarships; final terms to be determined

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Thomas and Hilda Rush Distinguished Lectureship Established by: Thomas and Hilda Rush Recognizes and rewards SVSU faculty and staff who, by their creation or development of significant scholarly or artistic work, have distinguished themselves and brought recognition to SVSU SVSU Athletic Endowment Fund Established by: SVSU Athletics Department Supports program enhancement, graduate student coaching opportunities, equipment purchases and other needs of the Athletics Department SVSU Baseball Endowment (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Friends of Cardinal Baseball Will support scholarships for members of the SVSU Baseball Team SVSU Club Sports Endowment (Endowment in Progress) Established by: SVSU Club Sports Staff Will benefit scholarships or programs of the Club Sports program SVSU Foundation Resource Grant Fund Established by: SVSU Endowment Donors Funds grants for projects by SVSU faculty and staff involving and benefiting SVSU students including program start-ups, special events and student domestic conference travel SVSU Outstanding Performance Award Established by: ARAMARK, Barnes & Noble, Wolverine Power Marketing Cooperative, TCF Bank, Trisha and Jim Muladore Recognizes the accomplishments of employees who have demonstrated outstanding individual and/or team performance at SVSU SVSU-Spatz Endowment for Performing Arts Established by: Estate of Virginia Spatz Supports scholarships for students in music and theatre and visiting artists/playwrights-in-residence working directly with students SVSU Student Emergency Fund Established by: SVSU Friends and Alumni Provides assistance to students with urgent, short-term financial needs

Saginaw Bay Writing Project Endowment Established by: Saginaw Bay Writing Project Provides ongoing support for activities associated with the SBWP as determined by its site director and the SVSU provost Saginaw County Child Development Center Endowment Established by: Saginaw County Child Development Centers, Inc. Supports continuing education and professional development for early childhood educators Florence F. “Jo” Saltzman Award for Excellence Established by: Family, Friends and Colleagues of Florence F. “Jo” Saltzman Supports an award recognizing a student in the SVSU Honors Program who writes the outstanding thesis of the year

Charles J. Strosacker Endowed Chair in Engineering Established by: Charles J. Strosacker Foundation Supports a distinguished scholar and teacher in the field of engineering who will engage in teaching, scholarly work and service activities within the university and the community Charles J. Strosacker Engineering Equipment Fund Established by: Charles J. Strosacker Foundation Provides resources for the acquisition of new equipment and the updgrade of existing equipment necessary for achieving academic excellence in SVSU engineering programs Richard P. Thompson Endowment (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Family and Colleagues of Richard P. Thompson Will benefit SVSU students through programs or scholarships; final terms to be determined

Schneider-Branch Endowment (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Ann Schneider-Branch

Title 3 Grant Endowment Established by: US Department of Education T3 Grant

Will benefit SVSU students through programs or scholarships; final terms to be determined

Supports programs and scholarships in accordance with the terms of the Title 3 federal grant

Carol M. Shuler Mathematics and Science Camp Scholarship Established by: Friends and Colleagues of Carol Shuler Provides grants to K-12 students enrolling in SVSU summer camps focusing on math and science Sims Awards for Excellence in Public Speaking Established by: Linda and Lawrence Sims Supports an annual student public speaking competition and awards for the winning entries Clifford Spicer Endowed Chair in Engineering Established by: Dr. and Mrs. E. Malcolm Field Supports a distinguished scholar and teacher in the field of engineering who will engage in teaching, scholarly work and service activities within the university and the community Stevens Center for Family Business Endowment Established by: Stevens Family and Stevens Worldwide Van Lines Provides funding to the SVSU Stevens Center for Family Business

Raymond E. Tyner Writing Excellence Award and Memorial Fund Established by: Friends and SVSU Colleagues of Dr. Tyner Supports awards to SVSU students who demonstrate excellence in creative and non-fiction writing Velasquez Endowment (Endowment in Progress) Established by: Jenée and Christian Velasquez Will benefit SVSU students through programs or scholarships; final terms to be determined Venture 21: An Entrepreneurship Curriculum Development Fund Established by: Melvin L. and Hilda J. Zuehlke Foundation Supports augmenting the College of Business curriculum in the areas of entrepreneurship and small- and mediumsize enterprise Vitito Global Business Leadership Institute Endowment Established by: Robert J. (Bob) and Marianne M. (Bobbi) Vitito Funds a fellowship program for SVSU students focusing on leadership development, service, and an international travel experience 35

Joseph A. Vogl Golf Award for Leadership Established by: Joseph and Susan Vogl Recognizes members of the SVSU golf team who demonstrate leadership, sportsmanship and excellence Voices in the Valley Endowment Established by: Dr. Judith B. Kerman Provides funding to bring distinguished poets and authors of fiction and non-fiction to SVSU to perform readings of their work Earl J. Warrick Award for Excellence in Science Research Established by: Dow Corning Foundation Recognizes SVSU faculty who demonstrate excellence in a significant body of research and scholarly achievement Harvey Randall Wickes Professorship in International Studies Established by: Harvey Randall Wickes Foundation Supports a distinguished scholar and teacher in the College of Business who will engage in teaching, scholarly work and service activities within the university and the community Harvey Randall Wickes Professorship in Nursing Established by: Harvey Randall Wickes Foundation Supports a distinguished scholar and teacher in the field of nursing who will engage in teaching, scholarly work and service activities within the university and the community Wickson-Nickless Distinguished Lectureship in Business Established by: Wickson-Link Memorial Foundation and the Allen E. and Marie A. Nickless Memorial Foundation Provides funding for forums to study and debate contemporary events and issues that influence business policies and behavior Wiener Model United Nations Endowed Award Established by: Raj Mondol Wiener and Richard Wiener Funds awards to student participants in the SVSU Model United Nations program who demonstrate academic excellence and career goals in government, public advocacy or law

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Richard V. Wolohan Fellowship in Leadership and Service Established by: Wolohan Family Foundation/Wolohan Lumber Company Supports a leadership- and service-focused fellowship program for SVSU students that includes renewable scholarship support Gene and Karen Yang Biology Department Faculty Award Established by: Gene and Karen Yang Funds awards for SVSU biology faculty who demonstrate excellence in teaching and research in their field Lloyd and Judy Yeo Business Development Endowment Fund Established by: Wickson-Link Memorial Foundation in honor of Lloyd and Judy Yeo Supports the development of programs in the College of Business that are relevant to the needs of area businesses and enhance the curriculum of the university Suk Koo Yun Natural Science Award Established by: Family, Friends and Colleagues of Dr. Yun Recognizes students in the natural sciences who epitomize the same enthusiasm for learning as did Dr. Yun for teaching, as nominated by a natural science instructor