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100 Women Strong

The 100 Woman Strong Scholarship is designed to help, support, and encourage female students who have a passion to succeed but might lack the financial resources to invest in their education.

The scholarship will help students get started on a path to a better job, better career, and a better life.

More information can be located at: The 100 Women Strong of Berrien County

Academic Mathematics Scholarship

Gloria Vanderbeck, Lake Michigan College alumna and recipient of the Lake Michigan Alumni Award created this award to encourage excellence for students enrolled in mathematic classes. As a former math teacher with Benton Harbor High School, Ms. Vanderbeck understood the importance of of math proficiency.

Based on the achievement of a grade A in Calculus I, students continuing on to the next level in mathematics will be eligible for the award as long as they maintain a grade of A in each level of mathematics, Calculus II, and III, and Differential Equations.

Academic Success Scholarship

It is the intent of the Fredrick S. Upton Foundation was to establish a scholarship that assist families of students with good academic performance and aspirations to get a 4-year degree. These families are not normally eligible for traditional forms of financial aid and the scholarship would assist in meeting the real costs of attendance.

Al & Sue Pscholka Family Endowed Scholarship

The Al and Sue Pscholka Family Endowed Scholarship is intended for students who are overcoming barriers to higher education. Former State Representative Al Pscholka grew up in a single family home and improved academically during his college years. This scholarship is intended to help those learners who are determined to not let barriers stand in their way of academic achievement, and are, committed to lifelong learning.

Andy Reves Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was made possibly by the generosity of Jill Clayes and Janie Reves in the memory of Andy Reves. This award honors Andy's memory by providing support to otherwise self-supporting students who are pursuing a college degree without the benefit of parental support.

Anne and David Brockway Scholarship

Anne and David Brockway created this scholarship specifically to help music students with the aspirations of receiving a bachelor's degree in Music Education or Music Performance.

Anne E. Mulder Scholarship

The Anne E. Mulder Scholarship was created to celebrate a student who exemplifies the personal qualities of commitment to quality, a concern for contribution, a demand for responsiveness and displays a respect for innovation.

Annette Bacehowksi Scholarship

The Annette Bacehowski Scholarship was created in memory of Annette and was designed to help a deserving student finance their education in Early Childhood Education, Engineering, or Life Science.

B & B Molders Endowed Scholarship

Britt Murphey, president of B & B Molders, believes that students who are involved in extracurricular or community service activities are on a path to being more successful students and citizens. It is the intent of the donor to reward students who have demonstrated involvement in school and/or community activities and who wish to continue their commitment while enrolled at Lake Michigan College.

Ballard Family Scholarship

In memory of Jerome Ballard and his mother Dorothy (Ballard) Pawlacyk, this scholarship is to encourage and support in-district students that plan to transfer to a college or university to earn a bachelor's degree.

Barnes and Noble Scholarship

Barnes and Noble remains committed to helping students succeed in the their journey of obtaining a college degree. As such, this scholarship was established by B&N to help pay educational costs for students planning on majoring in business programs.

More information regarding Barnes and Noble can be found here: Barnes and Noble

Benton Harbor Lions Club A.J. "Bud" Hoffman Honorary Scholarship

To honor Bud Hoffman's memory, the Benton Harbor Lions Club created the "AJ" Bud Hoffman Honorary Scholarship. This scholarship was established to help students pay the financial cost of attending Lake Michigan College. The scholarship helps to pay for tuition costs.

"AJ" Bud Hoffman was born on March 31, 1916 in Benton Harbor. Bud was an active member of the Benton Harbor Lions Club of which he served as president in 1969-1970. Bud was past district governor of Lions District 11-B-2 and received the lion's highest honor-The Melvin Jones Award in 1997.

Bernice Tiscornia Honors Program Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the Tiscornia Foundation to honor Bernice Tiscornia and her outstanding contributions to not only the community in which she lived, but to the entire state of Michigan. The Foundation wishes to reward academic excellence by offering significant financial assistance to students in the College's Honors Program. Students applying for this scholarship must submit an essay that includes their educational and career goals and documents past community service and/or their view of the importance of community service.

Bernice was extremely active in her community and state. She served on the local boards of the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra, the YWCA and the Maude Preston Palenske Library building committee and was a past president of the Community Services Council and the Twin Cities branch of the American Association of University Women. Nominated to serve on Governor George Romney's Commission on Education, Bernice was tremendously proud to be a delegate to the White House Conference on Aging in 1965. She was a member of the committees that established and located Lake Michigan College.

Berrien County Bar Association Scholarship - recent high school graduates

The Berrien County Bar Association has established this scholarship as part of the Association's commitment to public service, and its belief in the value of higher education and its importance to a person's, and community's quality of life.

Berrien County Medical Society

It is the intent of the donors, the members of the Berrien County Medical Society, to establish a scholarship fund to provide financial assistance for students in both the Registered Nursing and Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) programs at Lake Michigan College. It is the hope of the society's members that the recipients of the awards will remain in the area after completion of their programs to benefit the healthcare needs of the people in the communities the College serves.

Betts Rittmeyer Scholarship - math, science or physical education majors

The Betts Rittmeyer Scholarship was established by contributions form Lake Michigan faculty, friends and family of the late Betts Rittmeyer.

Betts Rittmeyer was a respected and beloved member of the Lake Michigan College faculty. In 1990 she was named Outstanding Teacher of the Year by the Community College Consortium, a partnership of the University of Michigan, University of Toledo, and Michigan State universities. She was also voted as Lake Michigan College's Outstanding Teacher of the Year in 1989-90. As a member of the College's Retention Committee, Rittmeyer worked hard to develop ways to help students, including those at high risk achieve college success.

Betts served as President of the Lake Michigan College Faculty Senate, President of the Kalamazoo Weavers Guild, and member of the steering committee of the Michigan League of Handweavers. She was an avid jogger and swimmer.

Betty Westmaas Piano Scholarship

This scholarship was created by Allan J. Westmaas in honor of his wife Betty. In recognition of her fondness for the piano, this award is to be given to music majors, with preference given to a student majoring in piano performance or pedagogy who plan to transfer to four-year colleges or universities to pursue bachelors' degrees.

“Life is like a piano. What you get out of it depends on how you play it.” – Tom Lehrer.

Birk Family Viticulture Endowed Scholarship

The Birk Family Viticulture Endowed Scholarship was established in memory of the late Michael E. (Mike) Birk of Saint Joseph Michigan, by his loving wife Cindy and children Amy and Mitch who share both his joy of learning and his calling to help others.

As members of the Lake Michigan College family, the Birks wish that this scholarship be awarded annually to a student or students entering or continuing the Wine and Viticulture program at Lake Michigan College.

Birk Family Welding Endowed Scholarship

The Birk Family Welding Endowed Scholarship was established in memory of the late Michael E. (Mike) Birk of Saint Joseph Michigan, by his loving wife Cindy and children Amy and Mitch who share both his joy of learning and his calling to help others.

As members of the Lake Michigan College family, the Birks wish that this scholarship be awarded annually to a student or students entering or continuing the Welding program at Lake Michigan College.

Bradley J. And Walter B. Petigoritz Scholarship

The Bradley J. and Walter B. Petigoretz Endowed Scholarship was created to reward individuals who exhibit outstanding personal and/or academic achievement.

Brenda Layne Communications Scholarship

It is the intent of the donor, Ms. Brenda Layne, to provide an educational opportunity to a graduate of Eau Claire High School interested in pursuing a career in the field of Communications. The Brenda Layne Communications scholarship will help a student who may not otherwise have the means to get started on a path to a better job, a better career, and a better life, while at the same time, strengthen our community by helping to build a better workforce for the future.

Britt and Judy Murphey Family Endowment

Britt and Judy Murphey believe that students who are involved in extra-curricular or community service activities are on a path to being more successful students and citizens. It is Britt and Judy's intent to reward students who have demonstrated involvement in school and/or community activities and who wish to continue their commitment while enrolled at Lake Michigan College.

Bud Timothy Rohm Memorial Scholarship

The "Bud" Timothy Rohm Memorial Scholarship was made in loving memory by his parents Judy and Mark Rohm as a way to honor their son. The scholarship is designed to honor students who demonstrate hard work and motivation.

Carol L. Sizer Endowed Piano Scholarship

Established by Stephen Sizer to honor his wife's lifelong commitment to the arts and education in Berrien County, this scholarship was designed to help music majors with the financial cost of attending Lake Michigan College.

Carole & Don Hodgman Endowed Scholarship for South Haven area students

Recognizing the cost of a college education can be beyond some students financial ability, Carole and Don Hodgman established this scholarship to provide assistance to students who have a strong desire to attend college but do not have the sufficient means. Preference for this scholarship will be given to students who, through their essay or letter of recommendation, document a commitment to learning, career training or retraining.

Catherine & Lawrence Sizer Scholarship

The donor of this scholarship endowment, Catherine S. Tingley, wishes to honor the memory of her parents, Catherine and Lawrence Sizer, with this scholarship to benefit music students.

Champions for Change Endowed Scholarship

It is the intention of the donor, Cornerstone Alliance, to establish an endowed scholarship in partnership with Lake Michigan College, to assist Lake Michigan College students. Cornerstone Alliance, a partner in the Champions for Change program and a Harbor Shores cooperative partner, wishes to help students who dream of becoming entrepreneurs and innovators creating successful businesses and serving the community.

Charles M. Hedges Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship will be awarded to students in the Accounting program or Business Administration program (Accounting major).

Cooper Fine Arts Endowed Scholarship

Established by a bequest from the estate of Emily and Wayne Cooper in 1981, the Cooper Fine Arts Endowed Scholarship was intended to provide student scholarships, to be awarded on the basis of merit. To be eligible, applicants must be enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, art or theatre programs. Students who participate in Lake Michigan College theatre productions will also be eligible.

Corewell Health (Lakeland Health) Studies Endowed Scholarship

Recognizing the importance of an educated workforce and its impact on Lakeland's ability to deliver vital healthcare services, it is the desire of (Lakeland Healthcare) Corewell Health promote the pursuit of healthcare education. As a regional healthcare system, (Lakeland Healthcare) Corewell Health is dependent on highly trained medical professionals, and therefore, they support this scholarship to assist students who are interested in working locally.

Cornerstone Alliance Endowed Scholarship

Cornerstone Alliance has established this scholarship in partnership with Lake Michigan College to offer assistance furthering job growth and creation in Southwest Michigan. Cornerstone Alliance promotes the education and professional development of our community's future entrepreneurs and innovators as they build prosperous businesses or work in within targeted industries.

Craig & Theresa Erickson Scholarship - nursing majors

Understanding the significant work necessary to complete a Nursing degree, Craig and Theresa Erickson created this scholarship to help a deserving Nursing student finance their education at Lake Michigan College.

Cummings, McClorey, Davis & Acho Endowed Scholarship

Understanding the importance of recognizing academic excellence, the donors of this scholarship wished to reward students who academically excel by helping to finance their educational costs at Lake Michigan College.

Deborah, Laura and Marjorie Weinstein Scholarship

Understanding the significant financial barrier facing single parents as they strive to obtain their degree, Deborah, Laura and Marjorie Weinstein established this scholarship to help minimize these barriers and lift up single parents to improve their quality of life through higher education.

Donald & Mary Rimes Endowed Scholarship

Understanding that financing a post-secondary education can be taxing on many students, Don and Mary Rimes established this scholarship to help students who, without assistance would likely not be able to attend or remain in college.

Dr Elfie Schults-Berndt Honorary Music Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Ronald Schults, David and Anne Brockway, and Nancy Conybeare in honor of the work and passion of Dr. Elfie Schults-Berndt

In 1991 Elfie was appointed full-time faculty at Lake Michigan College where she served as Director of Music, teaching applied piano, music theory, and aural comprehension. She enjoyed performing solo recitals and concertos but her greatest musical interest was found in collaborating with fellow musicians on chamber music.

She was in demand as a collaborative artist and appeared frequently throughout the country in chamber recitals, in summer music festivals, and university recital series. She performed in Steinway Hall, NY in May of 2008. Elfie was dearly beloved by her hundreds of students. She was a gifted and inspirational teacher.

Elfie taught her students that the important thing in life was not necessarily found through music, but in being the best person you can. Be a force for good.

Elfie received numerous awards for her teaching. These included being chosen as the 2006 Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching Michigan Professor of the Year by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), which administers the U.S. Professors of the Year program. She was named LMC Faculty of the Year, 2000; received NISOD Excellence Awards 2000, 2006, (National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development); and LMC Professional Development Grants.

Dr. Mary Anderson Endowed Scholarship

The donor of this scholarship wishes to provide scholarship assistance to students who demonstrate academic excellence and have declared a major field of study.

Dreamer Scholarship - for undocumented students

The Dreamer Scholarship was designed to help students who, by definition of their immigration status are not otherwise eligible to receive financial aid. Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or Dreamers cannot receive federal or state student financial aid, making the cost of a higher education difficult or outside of their reach. This scholarship helps these students defray the cost of their education at Lake Michigan College.

Elaine L. Taylor Memorial Scholarship

In recognition of the value of a college education at any time in one's life, the donors of this endowed scholarship fund, Don and Jan Radde, wish to assist non-traditional students (defined as students who have been out of high school for at least 5 years) who were unable to enter college upon high school graduation or who college education was interrupted. The scholarship is named in memory of Mrs. Radde's mother.

Elijah Burton Scholarship - for healthcare students

It is the intent of the donor, Mr. Elijah Burton that this scholarship serves to support and encourage those students who have the passion and drive to succeed but lack the financial resources.

The Elijah Burton scholarship will help encourage a student to complete their degree and get started on a path to a better job, a career, and a better life, while at the same time, strengthen our community by helping to build a better workforce for the future.

Ernest L. & Mattie M. Robinson Family Scholarship

It is the intention for the donor of this scholarship, Renee' R. Williams, to honor Ernest Jr., Nathaniel, Caroline, and Dinah, as well as her sister Betty's daughter, Lisa Bowman, with this award. This scholarship will assist others to pursue their educational and career goals. The donor wishes preference to be given to students who have taken some college-level classes, and who have demonstrated motivation and academic success in those pursuits.

Fettig Scholarship

It is the intention of the donors to provide opportunities for Benton Harbor High School graduates and Benton Harbor residents who are pursuing higher education and a degree at Lake Michigan College. Students who have participated in the Boys and Girls Club will be given highest priority.

First Congregational Church Scholarship

Members and friends of the First Congregational Church UCC of South Haven wished to provide assistance to students from the South Haven School District who, without this support likely would not be able to attend College.

Frank Hoffman Memorial Scholarship - for skilled trades majors

This scholarship has been established in memory of Frank Hoffman. This scholarship is intended to give students the same opportunities Frank had in his education and career.

Golda and William Madison Memorial Scholarship Lake Michigan College Educational Fund

The Golda and William Madison Memorial Scholarship established by the Lake Michigan College Educational Fund in June of 1989.

Grand Valley Automation Scholarship - stem majors (science, technology, engineering, math)

It is Grand Valley Automation's desire to assist those driven students pursuing education in the STEM Technology field who are experiencing difficulties in that pursuit as a result of financial hurdles.

Harriet F. Upton Memorial Southwest Michigan Realtors Scholarship

Established in 1993, the Harriet F. Upton Memorial Scholarship is intended to provide significant financial assistance to current and/or incoming Lake Michigan College students who are dependent children of Southwestern Michigan Association of Realtors, Inc. (SWMAR) members. It is the intent of the donors-the Board of Directors of the Association- to reward academic excellence in the selection of recipients.

Harrison Family Endowed Scholarship

The donors of this scholarship wish to provide assistance to qualified students who are graduates of Lakeshore High School entering college the fall after graduation.

Harry "E" Ross Scholarship for Ecology, Conservation, Forestry, and Agriculture

This scholarship was created to provide financial assistance to students pursuing higher education at Lake Michigan College who plan to pursue a career related to the field of natural sciences. Preference will be given to students who plan to teach ecology or conservation or work in the fields of forestry or agriculture.

Harry B. Ross Scholarship

This scholarship was designed to provide financial assistance to a student who has completed one year of study at Lake Michigan Collage and has proven themselves by outstanding work in their chosen subjects. Recipients will display intelligence, ingenuity, persistence, and enthusiasm for their studies, demonstrated by their grades and the recommendations of their instructors.

Impact 356 Endowed Scholarship

As a tribute to the late community leader and diversity pioneer, Mabel Lee Johnson. This scholarship is intended for focused, degree-seeking students with a drive to persist and a passion for service to their community, as well as for the empowerment of its people.

Indiana Michigan Power Scholars Award - science and technology students

Through this scholarship, Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) seeks to help persons who are underemployed or unemployed gain the technical and academic skills necessary to become employed in a high-skill, high-wage, and high-demand job in the greater southwest Michigan area.

Indiana Michigan Power Scholars recipients are role models for the other persons who seek to improve their lives by gaining the skills necessary to secure the careers of their choice.

Iva Willming Nichols Endowed

The intent of this scholarship is to support students who may not be able to invest in their own education. This is especially true for single parents supporting children.

Jack and Ursula Wilson Scholarship

To honor Jack and Ursula Wilson, their family created this scholarship to support and encourage non-traditional students to better themselves by pursuing higher education. This scholarship is specifically designed for students pursuing studies in healthcare related fields.

James & Charlene Gunn Scholarship

James and Charlene Gunn wishes to provide financial assistance to students enrolled in a manufacturing or trade related program.

Janice Varney South Haven Endowed Scholarship

It is the intention of the donors to recognize the contributions of Ms. Janice Varney to the advancement and success of students at the South Haven campus.

Ms. Varney has made a long-standing commitment to helping students overcome barriers intended to help a student get started on a path to a better job, a career, and a better life, while at the same time, strengthening our community by helping to build a better workforce for the future.

Jay Marcoux Hospitality Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the Jay Marcoux Hospitality Foundation. It was designed to assist students from the South Haven, Covert, or Bangor school districts who are in the Culinary or Hospitality Management Program.

Jespersen Family Scholarship

Charles and Lorraine Jespersen created the Jespersen Family Scholarship is to provide individuals who, without financial aid, would likely be unable to attend college with the opportunity to receive a college education. The donors would like individuals to receive the scholarship who may be financially ok but do not have any extra money to attend college.

Jim and Joan Smith Manufacturing Career Scholarship

Jim and Joan Smith believe that the manufacturing industry is a cornerstone to the region's economy. With this scholarship, they wish to encourage more students to explore careers in manufacturing, enroll in Lake Michigan College manufacturing programs, and begin careers in manufacturing.

Jina McIlvenny Family Nursing Scholarship

The Jina McIlvenny Family Nursing Scholarship is a tribute to the memory of Jina McIlvenny by her family. As a dedicated nursing professional and emergency room director, Jina embodied the compassionate, competent care that the Lake Michigan College Nursing Program seeks to nurture in its students.

John E.N. and Dede Howard Endowed Music Scholarships for Lake Michigan College

Kenneth F. Ankli Memorial Scholarship

The family of Kenneth F. Ankli wishes to establish an endowed scholarship in Mr. Ankli's memory. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of academic achievement and financial need.

Kenneth F. Dee Memorial Scholarship

It is the intention of the donors of this scholarship to celebrate and honor Ken Dee's life by providing financial assistance to self-supporting students enrolled in any career tech education program or class. This scholarship is intended to help a student get started on a path to a better job, a career, and a better life, while at the same time, strengthening our community by helping to build a better workforce for the future.

Kenyon Scholarship

The donor of this scholarship, Keith Kenyon, wishes to provide scholarship assistance where the need is greatest.

Kohn Bancroft Family Foundation Scholarship

It is the intent of the donor, the Kohn-Bancroft Family Foundation, that this scholarship recognize the Kohn Bancroft Family Foundation's commitment to the success of Lake Michigan College and our students. This scholarship is intended to help a student get started on a path to a better job, a career, and a better life, while at the same time, strengthening our community by helping to build a better workforce for the future.

Lake Michigan College Advancement Scholarship

It is the goal of the donors, members of the College's Institutional Advancement and Planning Division staff, to reward students who have advanced the reputation and value of Lake Michigan College, and inspired other students or the community-at-large by their academic, personal and/or extracurricular achievements.

Lake Michigan College Alumni Association Endowed Scholarship

The Lake Michigan College Alumni Association has established an endowed scholarship to benefit a deserving student. To be eligible students must be related to an LMC Alumnus. Preference will be given on the basis of merit first, then financial need.

Lakeland Choral Vocal Music Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the Lakeland Choral Society to help support a vocal music student enrolled at Lake Michigan College.

Leo J. Berger Endowed Scholarship

It is the intent of the donor a graduate of Lake Michigan College, to establish a scholarship to assist Lake Michigan College students. The students must demonstrate progress, and commitment toward earning their Lake Michigan College degree. By creating this scholarship, Mr. Berger wishes to help other students who appreciate the value of education, and the lessons of personal responsibility.

Leo Berger was awarded LMC's Clarence Beckwith Distinguished Alumni Award in 2004.

Linda Marutz Endowed Scholarship

The family of Linda Marutz established this scholarship as a memorial to their wife and mother who served as a valued longtime employee of Lake Michigan College.

Donors to the fund include family, colleagues, and friends of Linda.

Lois I. & James W. Richmond Nursing Scholarship

Lois and James W. Richmond wish to recognize the vital role nurses perform in delivering quality healthcare to patients, the contributions nurses make to healthcare organizations and the impact nurses have on the quality of life in communities. This scholarship encourages excellence and leadership in both the classroom and in clinical settings: both of which are so important to the total nursing educational experience.

Lory A. Schults Memorial Scholarship

It is the intention of the donors, Ronald Schults to endow a scholarship for students interested in pursuing a career in engineering or a related field, or in the Equestrian field.

Louise Requardt Naylor Scholarship - applied music students

It is the intent of the donors, who wish to remain anonymous, to establish this scholarship to honor the memory of Louise Requardt Naylor, a former piano teacher and a graduate of the Peabody Conservatory in Baltimore, Maryland.

It is their hope that this scholarship will "provide" tuition for an applied music student at the College, preferably a piano student, chosen by the scholarship committee. If the scholarship committee feels no such student is qualified, it may be awarded another music student whom they might choose.

Marie Pastrick Olney

The Marie Pastrick Olney Endowed Scholarship has been established by Frank and Cathey Pastrick in memory of Mr. Pastrick's mother. Mr. Pastrick served as a member of the Lake Michigan College Board of Trustees. It is the intent of Mr. and Mrs. Pastrick to provide scholarship support for the Lake Michigan College Nursing students who demonstrate excellence in the field of Nursing, financial need, and exhibit enthusiasm for the nursing profession and special compassion for those in their care.

Marohn Family Scholarship At Lake Michigan College

It is the intent of the donors, the William D. Marohn Family, to fund two endowed scholarships that will be awarded to individuals who are likely to live and work in the local community. The donors wish the recipients to be from the Benton Harbor, St. Joseph or Stevensville area. The donor's intent is to assist students whose education will help build our community.

Merlin & Carolyn Hanson Endowed Scholarship

It was the desire of Merlin and Carolyn Hanson to recognize and promote excellent education in the healthcare field. As such, they created this scholarship to assist students demonstrating strong academic performance in the Lake Michigan College Nursing Program,

Michael L. Swift

It is the intention of the donors, Mr. David and Dr. Martha Swift, to name this scholarship in the honor of their son Michael L. Swift.

Mike and Lisa Welch Family Endowed Scholarship - graduates of Lakeshore Public Schools

It is the intent of the donors, Mr. and Mrs. Mike Welch, that this scholarship not only serves to encourage those who are trying to better themselves by pursuing an education, but more importantly, that supports Lake Michigan College students who have a desire to start their own business or follow an entrepreneurial path.

Miller-Davis Endowed Scholarship

This endowed scholarship was established through the generosity of the Miller-Davis Company and was designed to assist with educational costs and to help students achieve their educational goals

Music Matters Endowed Scholarship

This endowed fund shall benefit students enrolled in music classes at Lake Michigan College.

Nancy & Jim Krzyzewski Endowed Scholarship - manufacturing and engineering majors

It is the intent of Nancy and Jim Krzyzewski to promote education in the manufacturing/engineering field. This scholarship is intended to help a student get started on a path to a better job, a career, and a better life, while at the same time, strengthening our community by helping to build a better workforce for the future.

Organ Transplant of Southwest Michigan/ Edward F. Heyn Memorial Scholarship

The community of Baroda, surrounding communities, the Edward F. Heyn Organ Donor Donation Stamp Committee, and the Organ Transplants of Southwestern Michigan (OTOSM) have established an endowed scholarship in memory of Edward F. Heyn. An organ donor recipient himself, Mr. Heyn was active in promoting donor awareness and in persuading the United States Postal Service to issue a postage stamp for organ donation tissue.

Patti Lee Legacy Scholarship

In her role as instructor, clinical manager, director of the Rad Tech Program, and student services faculty advisor, Patti Lee provided care and direction to many thousands of students, especially to international students. With this scholarship she sees to it that students will continue to benefit from her care and support.

Race Relations Council Service Award Scholarship

It is the intent of the donors of the Race Relations Council, to build positive relations within a diverse community to demonstrate community service to the church, school or other advocacy initiatives.

Redhawk Futures

High school students graduating from an in-district high school in 2024 can receive free tuition to attend Lake Michigan College through the Red Hawk Futures Scholarship program.

Administered by the Lake Michigan College Foundation, all 2024 high school graduates in LMC’s district are eligible for the last-dollar scholarship, covering 100 percent of tuition for classes starting Fall 2024 through Spring semester 2026.

There is no GPA requirement. Students must start college at LMC in the Fall of 2024 to qualify. Students will receive this scholarship for two years of full-time enrollment and must remain in good standing with LMC to continue to receive funding.

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Redhawk Future Scholarship

Rich Wohlfert Memorial Scholarship

It is the intention of the donors of this scholarship, friends of Rich Wohlfert, to celebrate his life and honor his memory by supporting students enrolled in the Hospitality Management Program and the Culinary Management Program at Lake Michigan College. The late Rich Wohlfert had an established career in the foodservice industry and made many friends along the way. The donors wish preference to be given to students with one year's experience in the food service industry and with a demonstrated interest in a career in food service.

Richie & Karen Barnes Family Scholarship

It is the intent of the donors, Richie and Karen Barnes and their family, to assist students who may not qualify for other substantial financial aid. The donors do wish character and motivation to be considered in the selection of recipients and would also like the preference to be given to adults with families as they "know the financial hardships of trying to live on one income while bettering oneself through earning a degree.

Robert Small Scholarship - Benton Harbor residents

The Robert Small Scholarship has been established by the Robert Small family, through the Lake Michigan College Educational Foundation. The intent of this scholarship is to assist deserving Lake Michigan College students who are residents of the city of Benton Harbor or Benton Township.

Rotary Club of South Haven Scholarship

It is the intention of the donors, the members of the Rotary Club of South Haven, to provide financial assistance to South Haven area residents who will attend Lake Michigan College and who have demonstrated financial need. It is their hope that this scholarship can help to overcome obstacles to attendance and enhance success toward obtaining accredited college coursework.

Schalon Foundation Music Scholarship

It is the intention of the donors of this award to support students enrolled in the Lake Michigan College Music Department. This scholarship is established in support of the Music Matters Campaign.

Seed of Hope Scholarship for South Haven Students

To promote graduation from college by a South Haven student who has academic promise and financial need. It is the hope of the founders of this scholarship that the recipients will help someone else as a "seed of hope" once they are gainfully employed in their career. Students must attend one of Ward's meeting upon receipt of the scholarship award.

Senator Harry Gast Leadership Endowed Scholarship

Harry Gast served with distinction as Michigan's State Senator for the 20th District from 1978 until his retirement in 2002. During his distinguished career of public service, he was, among other things, an advocate for education, and a strong voice in the State for the importance and value of community colleges. Through his position as Chair of the Community College subcommittee, as well as the Senate Appropriations and Capital Outlay committees, Senator Gast was a champion for community colleges, their projects, and, especially, their students. This scholarship is established to honor Senator Gast for his tireless work on behalf of Lake Michigan College and for his efforts in transforming the educational landscape of the greater Southwest Michigan region.

Shellito Family Scholarship At Lake Michigan College

Dave and Joyce Shellito have funded an endowed scholarship to provide substantial assistance to students. The donors wish preference be given to, but not limited to, single mothers, single parents, or single black males who are working to overcome systemic obstacles, improve their education and broaden their career options to make a better life for themselves and their families.

Sizer Music Matters Scholarship

With this scholarship Steve and Carol Sizer, wish to honor Dr. Elfie Schults-Berndt's contributions to the Lake Michigan College Music Department and to offer financial support to the students enrolled in LMC music programs that were so important to her.

Snow Road Scholarship - Wine and Viticulture majors

This scholarship is to provide support for the education of a promising new winemaker in need of financial aid, enrolled in classes in the Lake Michigan College Wine & Viticulture Technology program. The scholarship funds are awarded spring and summer semesters during the 1st year of the program.

St. Julian Winery in Memory of David Braganini

It is the intent of the donor to encourage students to pursue a degree in the Enology and Viticulture program and start on a path to a career in the wine industry.

Standen Memorial Scholarship for Manufacturing Technology and Industrial Arts Students

The family of the late Ben Standen, longtime faculty member and administrator at Lake Michigan College established this Memorial Scholarship is to encourage the study of the industrial arts and manufacturing technology programs and to assist promising students to successfully complete courses of study in these disciplines and pursue a career in manufacturing technology.

Stephen R. Sizer Endowed Vocal Music Scholarship

This scholarship was originally established in 1999 by Carol L. Sizer to honor her husband's lifelong commitment to the arts and art education in Berrien County.

Student Life Endowed Scholarship

The donors of the Student Life Endowed Scholarship wish to recognize outstanding achievement in the classroom as well as leadership among students in the residence halls and student activities. This scholarship is awarded to a resident of Beckwith Hall.

Tomasini Endowed Scholarship

It is the intention of the donor of this scholarship, Mary Jo Tomasini, to provide scholarship assistance to students who, without this assistance, likely would not be able to attend college or remain enrolled in college. The donor wishes preference to be given to a student from a single parent family or single parent.

Valentine Memorial Scholarship at Lake Michigan College

Established in 1991 in honor of Lake Michigan College Counselor Festus Valentine, the Valentine Memorial Scholarship is intended to provide financial assistance to incoming Lake Michigan College students who enroll in a helping profession such as elementary education, early childhood development, or (pre)nursing. It is the intention that preference is given, though not limited, to minority students. Any student who shows the ability to benefit and is committed to helping future generations should apply.

Virginia Kowerduck Nursing Scholarship

This Scholarship was established in 1987 by a dedicated and caring family in remembrance of the healthcare professionals that were so important to them. This scholarship is designed to be awarded to a Nursing student to help them with the costs of their education.

Warren & Lou Gast Music Scholarship

It is the intention of the donors of this award, Lou, and the late Warren Gast, to support students enrolled in the Lake Michigan College Music Department. This scholarship is established in support of the Music Matters Campaign.

Whirlpool Corporation Leadership Scholarship Program

The Whirlpool Corporation Leadership Scholarship Program seeks to promote the value of an improved quality of life for individuals, businesses, and communities. The Scholarship provides support to area youth and adults who are interested in pursuing or advancing their careers in business and have demonstrated excellence in the classroom or the workplace.

Whirlpool Scholarship

It is the intent of the donors of this scholarship to provide financial assistance to students who aspire to advance their own educational level.

Women in Wine

The purpose of the St. Joe Wine Shoppe Women in Winemaking Fund is to encourage, support, and celebrate women interested in, pursuing, and excelling in the Winemaking industry. The donors wish to allocate funds directed to scholarships for the LMC Wine and Viticulture program and to provide programmatic support for the program. The scholarship is intended to support the tuition, fees, books, technology, daycare, transportation, housing and any related educational expense.

Y Esat & Benju Sezer Scholarship

Established by the Sezers, the donors wish to continue the tradition of support for scholarships established over years. This scholarship is designed to assist students pursuing Information Technology or Computer Information Systems degree programs.

Yaggi Family Endowed Scholarship

It is the intention of the donors, Tim and Kim Yaggi, to assist students in their pursuit of post-secondary education. They wish student recipients to be permanent in-district residents of Berrien County.