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Table of contents Summary of Available Scholarships --------------------------------------------------------------- How to Apply----------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------- Addie Williams Returning Adult -------------------------------------------------------------------- Alumni Legacy ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 4 Year Transfer - St. Croix Valley AAUW --------------------------------------------------------- 4 Year Transfer-Nancy Hendrickson AAUW ----------------------------------------------------- Addic�on Studies Internship - Kotasek ----------------------------------------------------------- Anderson-Quanbeck – 1st Genera�on ------------------------------------------------------------ Associates of Fine Arts ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Associa�on for Facili�es Maintenance Engineering------------------------------------------- Barbara Ann Hoff Memorial ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Barry Schlotman Memorial Music ---------------------------------------------------------------- Brown-Keller Single Parent -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Business – Mildred Dahl – Accoun�ng----------------------------------------------------- Business – Ancona Title & Escrow----------------------------------------------------------- Business – Rit Family Founda�on---------------------------------------------------------- Business – Focal Point Financial – Office Technology---------------------------------- Chemistry/STEM - Simmons ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Cosmetology - Dalton -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dental Hygiene ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dental - Park Dental/ Dental Assis�ng ----------------------------------------------------------- Dr. Carl Gerber ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- EMS - Allina Health ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Engineering/ Facili�es - Herold -------------------------------------------------------------------- English - Herb Kjos ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ English – Stefanie Dojka Loupe Memorial ------------------------------------------------------- Enterprise Compu�ng Technology ---------------------------------------------------------------- ESOL/ Carolyn Odegard ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ESOL/ Ellen C. Mamer -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Financial Need – Richard & Mary Brainerd ------------------------------------------------------ Financial Need – Prat Nordstrom ----------------------------------------------------------------- Financial Need – Rising Star------------------------------------------------------------------------- Financial Need – Vukelich Achieve Your Dream ----------------------------------------------- Financial Need – Kathy Deshane ------------------------------------------------------------------- Gender Studies ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Harold Johnson (Pine County) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Hor�culture - Doris Hill /Gardens ----------------------------------------------------------------- Hor�culture - East Metro Spring Fling ------------------------------------------------------------ Hor�culture – Learn to Grow------------------------------------------------------------------------ Hor�culture - Garden Club of Ramsey County ------------------------------------------------- Hor�culture - Jon and Meta Belisle --------------------------------------------------------------

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Hor�culture - Mackenzie ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hor�culture - Minnesota Rose Society ----------------------------------------------------------- Human Services Internship - Tubman Home/ Hill --------------------------------------------- HVAC CenterPoint Energy ---------------------------------------------------------------------------HVAC Hea�ng and Cooling -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Interior Design - Gabberts --------------------------------------------------------------------------- ITT - Faculty --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ITT - Shavlik Family ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ J. Stanley Hill Legacy ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Jenna Ann Fredrickson Health & Well-Being --------------------------------------------------- Kopp Academic ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Kopp Cultural Diversity ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Kopp TRiO 1st Genera�on --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Law Enforcement-Ron Ryan Jr. Memorial ------------------------------------------------------- LGBTQ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Liberal Arts - Linda Engstrom ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Liberal Arts - Paw Boh Htoo Memorial ----------------------------------------------------------- Liberal Arts – Roy-Hathaway English ------------------------------------------------------------- Luger 1st Genera�on --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- M. Anwar Transla�ng & Interpre�ng ------------------------------------------------------------- Mathema�cs -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Matsukichi & Ushii Nakasone----------------------------------------------------------------------- Nursing - Helen Olson -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Nursing - Johnson American Legion #484 ------------------------------------------------------- Nursing - Kohler Memorial -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Nursing - Pat Fischer ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- O’Phelan Returning Adult --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ortho�cs & Prosthe�cs - Eiden Memorial ------------------------------------------------------- Ortho�cs & Prosthe�cs - Ken Chagnon Ortho�cs & Prosthe�cs --------------------------- Ortho�cs & Prosthe�cs - Northern Plains Chapter Ortho�cs & Prosthe�cs ------------ Ortho�cs & Prosthe�cs - Tamarack Ortho�cs -------------------------------------------------- Physical Educa�on, Health, Sports Management & Ac�vity -------------------------------- Psychology - Kurt Retka Memorial----------------------------------------------------------------- Radiological Technology - Durant Memorial ---------------------------------------------------- Skramstad Foster Care ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Solar and Renewable Energy ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SSS/ TRiO 1st Genera�on ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- STEM - Diana Hill -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- STEM - George Hill Memorial -----------------------------------------------------------------------

S�llwater Eagles 94, Career and Technical ------------------------------------------------------ S�llwater Rotary Club -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- STRIVE White Bear Lake Don Craighead Family ------------------------------------------------

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STRIVE White Bear Lake Louis Fors ----------------------------------------------------------- STRIVE White Bear Lake Stan Hill Family -------------------------------------------------------- STRIVE White Bear Lake Gunderson and Woodbury------------------------------------------ Teaching - Gladys Dickey ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Teaching - Larry Litecky ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Teaching - St. Scholas�ca ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Teaching or Nonprofit - Wellstone ---------------------------------------------------------------- Thorson Auto Service --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Unitarian Universalist Empowerment Adult ---------------------------------------------------- Veterans - Arthur O. Haukland VFW Post#1350------------------------------------------------ Veterans - Colonel Poter American Legion----------------------------------------------------- Veterans – Leaf Scholarship for Veterans-------------------------------------------------------- Veterans - Keep-Zimmer WBL VFW---------------------------------------------------------------- Veterans - Kramer Berg American Legion-------------------------------------------------------- Veterans - Scandia/ Marine Lions------------------------------------------------------------------ Veterans - Tango-Mike Ortho�cs & Prosthe�cs------------------------------------------------ Wildwood Lions Club, Career and Technical ---------------------------------------------------- William W. Buerkle Auto Service ------------------------------------------------------------------ Workforce Development HS Grads, STEM & Health Careers ------------------------------- Xcel Energy------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Scholarship Guidelines • You may apply for mul�ple scholarships but can only be awarded one. If you are in the

top-ranking posi�on for more than one scholarship, you will receive the scholarship with the higher dollar award.

• You must meet and maintain all of the criteria stated in the scholarship profile in order toapply.

• You may reapply each year for scholarships even if you were a previous recipient.• The term “credits” refers to those earned by the end of spring semester in the current

academic year or as stated in the criteria.• If you are awarded a scholarship, you must sign an acceptance leter agreeing to the terms

of the scholarship and write a thank you leter to the donor before funds will be released,and you will be invited to atend the scholarship awards banquet in the fall of the year ofyour scholarship award.

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Leadership & Service

Veterans

Summary of Available Scholarships

Gen Ed & Transfer

Applied Design & Industrial

Arts and Humanities

• Associates of Fine Arts• Barry Schlotman Music • English - Herb Kjos • English - Stefanie Dojka

Loupe • Liberal Arts - Linda Engstrom• Liberal Arts - Paw Boh Htoo • Physical Educa�on, Health,

Sports Management & Ac�vity

• Teaching - Gladys Dickey• Teaching - Larry Litecky • Teaching - St. Scholas�ca • Teaching or Nonprofit -

Wellstone

Business

• Rit Family Founda�on • Ancona Tile & Escrow• Mildred Dahl –

Accoun�ng • Focal Point Financial -

Office Technology

Health Sciences

• Dental Assis�ng - Park Dental

• Dental Hygiene• EMS- Allina Health • Nursing Emmanuel

Ogbebor Memorial • Nursing - Johnson American

Legion #484 • Nursing - Kohler Memorial • Nursing - Pat Fischer • Nursing - Helen Olson • O & P - Eiden Memorial • O & P - Ken Chagnon • O & P - Northern Plains • O & P - Tamarack Ortho�cs• Radiological Technology -

Durant Memorial

Human Services

• M. Anwar Transla�ng &Interpre�ng (TRIN)

• Law Enforcement - Ron Ryan Jr. Memorial

• Addic�on Studies Internship – Kotasek

• Human Services -Tubman Home/Hill

Social & Behavioral Sciences

• Gender Studies• Psychology - Kurt Retka

STEM

• STEM - RMS Science• Enterprise Compu�ng

Technology • ITT- Faculty • STEM - George Hill

Memorial • STEM - Diana Hill • Chemistry/ STEM -

Simmons • ITT- Shavlik Family • Mathema�cs

Cultural Diversity

• ESOL/ Carolyn Odegard • ESOL/ Ellen C. Mamer • Kopp Cultural Diversity• Matsukichi & Ushii

Nakasone Cultural Studies

Honors/Academics

• Roy-Hathaway SS &English • Kopp Academic

• Dr. Carl Gerber• J. Stanley Hill Legacy• Kopp Century Leadership• S�llwater Rotary Club

• Arthur O. Haukland• Keep-Zimmer WBL VFW • Kramer Berg American

Legion • Colonel Poter American

Legion • Tango-Mike O & P • Scandia/Marine Lions• Leaf Scholarship for Vets

• Addie Williams Returning Adult

• Alumni Legacy • Anderson-Quanbeck• Barbara Ann Hoff • Richard & Mary Brainerd• Brown-Keller• Harold Johnson • LGBTQ • Luger 1st Genera�on• 4 Year Transfer - Nancy

H. AAUW • 4 Year Transfer - St.

Croix Valley AAUW • O’Phelan Returning

Adults • Prat Nordstrom• Rising Star• Skramstad Foster Care• Unitarian Universalist• Vukelich Dreams • Kathy DeShane

• Cosmetology – Dalton• Engineering/Facili�es –

Herold • Associa�on of Facili�es

Maintenance Engin. • HVAC - CenterPoint

Energy • HVAC - Hea�ng and

Cooling • Hort - Doris Hill/ Gardens• Hort - Garden Club of

Ramsey County • Hort - Jon & Meta Belisle • Hort - MacKenzie• Hort - MN Rose• Hort - Spring Fling • Hort – Learn to Grow• Interior Design - Gabberts• S�llwater Eagles 94• Thorson Auto Service • William Buerkle Auto• Wildwood Lions Club • Xcel Energy


*All Scholarships are for Century College Students Only.

How to apply

Scholarships are available for application starting Saturday, February 1st, 2020.

Our scholarship process is fully online! We use the Award Spring Scholarship Tracking and Review System, which helps match students to scholarships based on answers to a questionnaire that is filled out as part of the online application process.

ALL applications require the following three items: 1. Personal Essay2. Unofficial Transcript3. One Letter of Recommendation*

*Unless otherwise noted.

To apply, go to https://centurycollege.awardspring.com

DEADLINE TO APPLY IS FRIDAY, MAY 15 2020 FOR FURTHER QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT (651) 779-3219.

• SSS/ TRiO 1st Genera�on • Kopp TRiO 1st Genera�on• Jenna Ann Fredrickson Health & Well-being• STRIVE White Bear Lake- Don Craighead Family • STRIVE White Bear Lake- Stan Hill Family • STRIVE White Bear Lake- Gunderson and Woodbury • STRIVE White Bear Lake- Stan Hill Family • Solar and Renewable Energy• Workforce Development HS grads, STEM & Health Careers

Other

https://centurycollege.awardspring.com/


Addie Williams Adult

Purpose To encourage education for adults age 30 or older who have demonstrated aptitude and desire for higher education, career development, life enrichment, and/or self-sufficiency. In honor of Addie Williams who pursued her college degree later in life.

Amount Multiple @ $1,500

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA

(cumulative) Letter of

Recommendation 6 + 2.5+ 1

• Personal essay demonstrates financial need.

Alumni Legacy Purpose The Alumni Legacy Scholarship was established in 2009 by the Alumni Association Board of Directors to attract students who, through family and relationships, have strong connections to the college and who will likely contribute to the development of the college’s relationship with its alumni long-term.

Amount 1 @ $1,500

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA


Recommendation 6 + N/A 1*

• Applicant is an incoming traditional or non-traditional student;• Personal essay explains his/her family relationship to an alum of Century College,Lakewood, or 916, articulate a strong connection to the college and demonstrate a desire to become and continue as a member of the Century College Alumni Association; • *Letter of recommendation from a relative who attended Century College, Lakewood or 916.

Gen Ed & Transfer

Gen Ed & Transfer


Anderson-Quanbeck Presidential

Purpose To encourage and support new entering students who are the first in their family to attend college. In honor of former Century College president Ron Anderson and his family.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA


Recommendation 9+ N/A 1

• Applicant is a high school senior who will graduate in the top 50% of the seniorclass and submits an official high school transcript; • Include the following in the personal essay:

• What it’s like to be the first in his/her family to attend college.• Personal goals and education objective.

Barbara Ann Hoff Memorial

Purpose To pay tribute to Barbara Ann Hoff, a loving and caring single mom and Century College employee for 19 years, by supporting single parents who are striving to overcome life’s obstacles while pursuing careers.

Amount 1 @ 1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant is a single parent of one or more children age 18 or younger, who areliving at home; • Personal essay explains educational plans, career goals, and financial need.

Gen Ed & Transfer

Gen Ed & Transfer


Richard & Mary Brainerd Purpose To support a Century College student in financial need. The Brainerds believe that educa�on is essen�al to the wellbeing of our society and that Century College is commited to transforming lives through an innova�ve and compassionate approach to educa�on. Amount 2 @ $1,000 Criteria

Credits (per semester)

GPA (cumulative)

Letter of Recommendation

6 + 2.0+ 1 • Personal essay indicates motivation, drive in their pursuit of a higher education, and demonstrates their financial need.

Brown – Keller Scholarship

Purpose

To encourage and support a single parent who has financial need, is highly motivated and shows promise in their pursuit of an education. Amount 1 @ $1,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6 + 2.0+ 1 • Applicant is a single parent with a child living at home; • Personal essay indicates motivation, drive in their pursuit of a higher education

and their financial need.

Gen Ed & Transfer

Gen Ed & Transfer


Century College Rising Star Purpose To encourage and support students pursuing an education at Century College who have financial need. Amount Multiple @ $1,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


4+* 2.5+ 1 • *Applicant has completed at least eight (8) credits at Century College; • Personal essay indicates motivation, drive in their pursuit of a higher education, and demonstrates their financial need.

John Luger Memorial Purpose To provide scholarships to students who are working adults with limited financial resources or who may not have access to any other financial resources. Preference may be given to students who are either immigrants or children of recent immigrants. Amount Multiple @ $1,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6+ 2.5+ 1 • Applicant has financial need as determined by the Century College Office of Financial Aid; • Preference given to:

a. Students who are a working adult or b. Students who may be children of recent immigrants or immigrants themselves.

International students are not eligible.

Gen Ed & Transfer

Gen Ed & Transfer


Harold Johnson (Pine County)

Purpose To encourage students who are from Pine County and may have graduated from a high school in Pine County to attend Century College.

Amount Multiple @ $1,500 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6 + 2.8+ 1

• Applicant has or will graduate from a high school located in Pine County, MN; • Applicant ranks in the top one-third of his/her high school class.

AAUW Northeast Metro Branch Nancy Jo Hendrickson Legacy

Purpose AAUW, (American Association of University Women) is an organization that has promoted higher education for women since 1881. The AAUW Northeast Metro Branch Nancy Jo Hendrickson Legacy Scholarship honors a member whose lifelong interest was in furthering education and opportunities for girls and women. To encourage a student transferring to a four-year institution upon completion of a two-year degree program at Century College.

Amount 1 @ $2,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA


Recommendation 6+ 3.0+ 1

• Applicant will graduate from Century in the spring and plans to transfer to a four-year college/university for the upcoming fall semester; • Applicant studies indicate intent to pursue a baccalaureate degree; • Personal essay demonstrates well-defined career goals and financial need.

Gen Ed & Transfer

Gen Ed & Transfer


AAUW St. Croix Valley Branch Purpose AAUW (American Associa�on of University Women) provides this scholarship to a student who is transferring to a four-year ins�tu�on upon comple�on of a two-year degree program at Century College. Amount 1 @ $1,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6 + 3.0+ 1 • Applicant plans to transfer to a four-year college/university for the upcoming semester; • Applicant indicates intent to pursue a baccalaureate degree; • Personal essay demonstrates well-defined career goals and financial need.

O’Phelan Scholarship for Returning Adults Purpose To provide access to higher learning as a steppingstone to economic independence for non-traditional or returning students who are committed to community service with preference given to single parents who are challenged by life’s circumstances. Amount 1 @ $1,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6 + 2.0+ 2 • Personal essay demonstrates financial need; • Preference given to single parents who are challenged by life’s circumstances.

Gen Ed & Transfer

Gen Ed & Transfer


Pratt and Nordstrom Family Purpose Paul Pratt and Marguerite Olson Pratt were farmers and in the Red River Valley. They were enthusiastic lifelong learners. This scholarship was created by Charlotte Pratt Nordstrom, their daughter and dedicated counselor at Century College for more than 25 years. It demonstrates how, through a lifetime of service and saving, one couple’s remarkable generosity will continue to provide support and encouragement to future generations.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant is a student with financial need;• Applicant has completed a minimum of one (1) semester at Century College;• Personal essay that describes their career goals and gives an example of how thissupport will help them achieve their dreams by reducing financial stress.

Mary Lou Mardaus Skramstad

Purpose To help a student who has been in foster care to succeed in college. This scholarship is a tribute to Mary Lou Mardaus Skramstad who grew up in foster care and went on to be a dear friend and accomplished professional making contributions to her community and family throughout her lifetime.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant can be either a high school graduate or a current Century Collegestudent who has lived in foster care at some point in his/ her life. Preference to students who may be or have ‘aged out’ of the foster care system; • Personal essay outlining personal goals and educational objectives.

Gen Ed & Transfer

Gen Ed & Transfer


Unitarian Universalist Empowerment Purpose Established by the White Bear Unitarian Universalist church to provide opportunities to adults seeking an education in order to earn a living wage. Amount 1 @ $1,200 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6+* N/A 1 • *Applicant must have successfully completed six (6) college credits; • Applicant must submit a personal essay outlining personal goals and education objectives; • Applicants should be enrolled or taking prerequisites for a two-year program that will enable them to earn a living wage upon completion; • Preference is given to current residents and graduates of Solid Ground programs.

Mark and Dolla Vukelich Achieve Your Dreams Purpose Established by Mark Vukelich’s wife and daughters, in honor of his positive and encouraging nature, his generosity of spirit, and in memory of him and of his mother, Sophie “Dolla”, to provide a scholarship to a student with financial need who shows promise in their career and educational pursuits. Amount 1 @ $1,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


N/A* 2.0+ 1

• Applicant is a student with financial need; • *Applicant has completed a minimum of one (1) semester at Century College.

Gen Ed & Transfer

Gen Ed & Transfer


Kathy DeShane

Purpose To pay tribute to the memory of Kathy DeShane, one of Century College’s original staff members for over 32 years, by continuing her belief and practice in paying it forward by helping students who are in extreme financial need.

Amount 1 @ $2,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA


Recommendation 6 + N/A 1

• Personal essay explains educational plans, career goals, and need for financialassistance; • Preference given to students experiencing extreme financial difficulties;• Preference given to returning adult student who have been out of school (high orcollege) for five (5) years or more.

LGBTQ Center Scholarship

Purpose To encourage and promote student leadership, activism, and commitment to civic engagement- particularly around gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation at Century College.

Amount 1 @ $500

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant submits a personal essay outlining their work and commitment to avisibility of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, two-spirit (LGBTQIA2S+) identities and communalities; • Preference is given to those commited to issues at Century College and withinMinnesota.

Gen Ed & Transfer

Gen Ed & Transfer


Roy-Hathaway English or Social Science Purpose This scholarship was created by a Century College leader in honor of two long-�me faculty at Century College, Judith Roy (History, Women & Gender Studies) and Bob Hathaway (English). The purpose of this scholarship is to support an outstanding student in their pursuit of academic excellence with a strong interest in either English or the Social Sciences. Amount 1 @ $1,500 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6 + 3.7+ 1 • Applicant is a student who has completed at least one semester at Century College; • Personal essay outlines future educa�onal plans and career goals, referencing their interest in either English or the Social Sciences.

Kopp Academic Purpose To recognize students for academic achievement. Supported by the Kopp Family Founda�on in honor of Lee Kopp who overcame barriers in pursuit of his educa�on and achieved professional success. Amount Mul�ple @ $1,500 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6+* 3.7+ 2 • *Applicant will have completed 24 credits at Century College by May 2020; • Personal essay outlines educa�on and career objec�ves; • Applicant’s coursework reflects an intent to major in a specific area.

Academics

Academics


John W. Dalton Memorial Cosmetology

Purpose To pay tribute to John W. Dalton, founder of the Century’s Cosmetology Program, by supporting the educational goals of highly motivated students dedicated to the field of cosmetology.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA


Recommendation 6+* 2.5+* 1

• *Applicant has completed twelve (12) credits in the Century College’s 916 Cosmetology Program and has a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher from Century or an approved articulation agreement from 916; • Personal essay demonstrates financial need;• Submits an official high school transcript and approved articulation agreement, ifin the 916 program.

Darrol S. Herold Career and Technical Purpose To empower students pursuing a career in a facilities / technical / engineering or building trades related field to overcome obstacles and barriers that limit their chances for success and their access to higher education.

Amount 3 @ $1,500

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant is enrolled in a building trades area: HVAC, solar, pre-engineering,welding, Facilities Engineering or area that would be utilized by a contractor; • Personal essay explains the obstacles or barriers that could potentially limithis/her chances for success and how this scholarship would assist in overcoming these issues.




HVAC - CenterPoint Energy/ Home Service Plus Purpose To encourage and support a student at Century College who is pursuing either an AAS degree in HVAC-R Technology or HVAC-R Technician diploma.

Amount 2 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant will be enrolled at Century College as at least a second semester student in the HVAC-R program; • Applicant will submit academic transcript and demonstrate an interest in HVAC-R through enrollment in appropriate courses; • Applicant must write a brief essay stating personal and career goals in HVAC-R.

Xcel Energy Purpose To encourage and support a student at Century College who is pursuing a career in an energy-based program such as Solar and Renewable Energy, HVAC and Facilities Maintenance Engineering.

Amount Multiple @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant will be enrolled at Century College in one of the following programs: Engineering, Solar and Renewable Energy, HVAC and Facilities Maintenance Engineering. • Applicant will submit academic transcript and demonstrate an interest in energy-based programs through enrollment in appropriate courses; • Applicant must write a brief essay that states personal and career goals in energy-based programs and need for financial assistance.




HVAC - Heating and Cooling

Purpose To encourage and support a student at Century College who is pursuing either an AAS degree in HVAC-R Technology or HVAC-R Technician diploma. The specialty of the HVAC-R Technician is the installation, repair and maintenance of heating and cooling, ventilation and refrigeration equipment in both residential and commercial applications.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant will be enrolled at least a second semester student in the HVAC-Rprogram. • Applicant will submit academic transcript and demonstrate an interest in HVAC-Rthrough enrollment in appropriate courses; • Applicant must write a brief essay stating personal and career goals in HVAC-R.

Solar & Renewable Energy

Purpose To encourage and support a student enrolled in the Solar and Renewable Energy program at Century College.

Amount 1 @ $1,000 pro-rated per semester unless designated otherwise

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA


Recommendation 6+* 2.5+ 1

• Applicant is enrolled in an Associate of Applied Science Degree or Cer�ficateprogram for Solar and Renewable Energy; • *Applicant will have completed twelve (12) credits at Century College by the end of the spring semester; • Personal essay that describes their educa�onal and career goals.




Association for Facilities Maintenance Engineering Purpose To encourage and support a student enrolled in the Facili�es Maintenance Engineering program at Century College. This scholarship is supported by the professionals who work in the field of Facili�es Engineering and are members of this associa�on. Amount 1 @ $1,250 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6+* 2.5+ 1 • Applicant is enrolled in an Associate of Applied Science Degree or Cer�ficate program for Facili�es Engineering; • *Applicant will have completed twelve (12) credits at Century College by the end of the spring semester; • Personal essay that describes their educa�onal and career goals.

Doris Hill Horticulture Purpose Established by Mary West, in honor of her mother who was an avid gardener, to encourage and support students pursuing a career in horticulture. Amount 1 @ $1,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6+ 3.0 1 • Personal essay declares an interest in the study of Horticulture and indicates financial need; • Preference given to students interested in community gardens.




Garden Club of Ramsey County Horticulture Purpose The garden club of Ramsey County’s purpose is to encourage and support the educational goals of students dedicated to obtaining a degree in horticulture. Amount 1 @ $1,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6+ N/A 1 • Applicant must be enrolled in the Horticulture program at Century College; • Applicant must write a personal essay explaining career goals, educational plans, and financial need.

Jon and Metta Belisle Horticulture Purpose To support students pursuing a degree in Horticulture. The Belisle’s love gardening and are active in maintaining gardens in their community that are available to the public. Amount 2 @ $1,500 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6+* 2.5+ 1 • *Applicant will have completed at least twelve (12) credits at Century College by the end of spring semester; • Personal essay explains his/her need for the scholarship and career objectives.




Barbara B. and J. Keith MacKenzie Horticulture Purpose To support and financially assist Century College students seeking a degree in Horticulture. Amount Multiple @ $2,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6+* 3.0+ 1 • *Applicant will have completed at least twelve (12) credits at Century College by the end of spring semester; • Personal essay explaining educational plans, career goals, and need for financial assistance.

Learn to Grow Horticulture Purpose To encourage and support the educational goals of students dedicated to obtaining a degree in horticulture. This scholarship is supported by funds raised each year by Century College horticulture students and alumni at their annual plant sale. Amount 1 @ $1,500 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6+ N/A 1 •Applicant must be enrolled in the Horticulture program at Century College; • Personal essay explaining career goals, educational plans, and financial needs.




Minnesota Rose Society Horticulture Purpose To encourage and support the educational goals of students dedicated to obtaining a degree in horticulture. The Minnesota Rose Society was organized in 1939 to foster the hobby of growing roses in Minnesota and surrounding areas. It is affiliated with the American Rose Society, The University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum and the Minnesota State Horticulture Society. Amount 1 @ $1,500 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6+ N/A 1 •Applicant must be enrolled in the Horticulture program at Century College; • Personal essay explaining career goals, educational plans, and financial need; • Applicant is willing to attend a Rose Society meeting to meet the members and provide a short program outlining their career goals and aspirations.

East Metro Spring Fling Hor�culture Purpose To encourage and support the educa�onal goals of students dedicated to obtaining a degree in hor�culture.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant must be enrolled in the Horticulture program at Century College; • Personal essay explaining career goals, educational plans, and the need for financial aid.




Gabberts Interior Design Purpose To support and encourage a student who is interested in a career in Residen�al Interior Design. Amount 1 @ $1,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6+* N/A 1 • Applicant is pursuing an Interior Design Degree; • Applicant must complete 24 credits of degree coursework by the end of the current semester; • Applicant must complete a personal essay explaining why they are motivated to pursue a career in Residential Interior Design; • Top finalists may be asked to participate in an interview (share portfolio if you have one).

S�llwater Eagles 94 Career and Technical Purpose Eagles are community leaders. Since 1898, the Fraternal Order of Eagles and its dedicated membership have been working daily throughout the United States and Canada to help friends and neighbors in need. This scholarship is to support and encourage students pursuing a degree in a Career and Technical program at Century. Amount 4 @ $1,250 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6+ 2.0+ 1

• Applicant is a new or returning student enrolled in a Career and Technical program; • Personal essay explaining his/her educational plans for the future and financial need.




Thorson Auto Service

Purpose To support and encourage students in the automo�ve diploma program at Century College. This scholarship is sponsored by Seth Thorson, owner of Eurotech Auto Services, providing service and repair for BMW and other European imports. Seth also serves on the Century College automo�ve advisory commitee.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant must be enrolled at Century College in the automotive service diplomaprogram; • Personal essay explains personal and career goals.

William W. Buerkle Memorial Automo�ve

Purpose

Established by Mary Buerkle-Grant and John Grant in remembrance of William Buerkle’s entrepreneurial spirit and love of the automobile industry, to encourage students from the White Bear Lake community pursuing automotive related studies at Century.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA


Recommendation N/A 3.0+ 1

• Applicant must be enrolled at Century College in an automotive diplomaprogram;

• Personal essay explains personal and career goals;• Preference given to applicants who attended White Bear Lake Area Public

Schools.




Wildwood Lions Club Career and Technical Purpose To support the educa�onal goals of highly mo�vated students who are dedicated to con�nuing their educa�on in a voca�onal-technical field at Century College. Amount 2 @ $1,500 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6 + 2.5+ 1 • Personal essay explains educational plans and financial need; • Students who graduated from Mahtomedi High School or are Mahtomedi residents will receive preference.

Associate of Fine Arts – Fine Arts Scholarship Purpose To support and encourage a student who is interested in a career in art or design and ac�ve in art programs or related coursework at Century College. This scholarship is supported by faculty in the art department at Century College.

Amount 1 @ $1,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6 + 3.0+ 1

• Applicant is pursuing an AFA degree in art and will have completed twelve (12) credits (4 classes) in coursework in AFA-Fine Art by the end of the second semester. Courses may include Art History 1, Art History 2, Drawing 1, 2D Design, 3D Design; • Submits a one (1) page personal essay which outlines his/her interest in a career in art and what has motivated them to choose this field of study; • Preference given to a student with financial need.


Arts and Humanities


St. Scholas�ca Elementary Educa�on Purpose To encourage and support the educa�onal goals of those aspiring to pursue a four year teaching degree and teach at the elementary level.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• *Applicant has completed or is enrolled in at least six (6) credits at the �me of applica�on; • Personal essay explains educa�onal plans for the future and financial need.

Herb Kjos Memorial English Purpose To recognize students for past academic achievement in English wri�ng and literature and to support their con�nued pursuit of English and/or English-related fields.

Amount 2 @ $2,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA


Recommendation 6+* 3.0+ 2**

• *Applicant will have completed 16 credits at Century College with a cumulative GPA of 3.+ by the end of the spring semester; • **Submits two (2) letters of recommendation - one (1) from a Century CollegeEnglish Faculty member; • Submits a writing sample of less than 1,000 words;• Applicants who demonstrate proficiency in writing or the study of literature willreceive preference; • Applicants meet the following requirements:

1. Completion of English 1021 and another college-level English course atapplication;

2. Minimum grade of B in each English class taken at Century College;3. Cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher in English courses.

Arts and Humanities

Arts and Humanities


Physical Educa�on, Health and Exercise Science Purpose To recognize highly mo�vated students pursuing a career in Physical Educa�on, Health, Exercise Science at Century College and / or ac�vely par�cipa�ng in Student Life.

Amount TBD @ $500-$1500 prorated between fall and spring semesters

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA


Recommendation Preference 12+ N/A 1

• Open to incoming freshman or a current Century College student; • Applicants must be currently enrolled in or have completed two or more courses

in the Physical Education, Health and Exercise Science programs at Century • Applicant submits a written letter of recommendation from a member of the

Century or high school faculty/coach, counselor or teacher. • Personal letter outlines career goals & how this award would help achieve

these goals • Applicant must be enrolled in a minimum of six credits per semester,

preference 12 and pursuing a degree in the above programs.

Stefanie Dojka Loupe English

Purpose To pay tribute to Stefanie Dojka Loupe, a dedicated Century College English instructor for 19 years, by suppor�ng the educa�onal goals of nontradi�onal/returning students who show promise in their English courses and who may need financial assistance to pursue their educa�on.

Amount 1 @ $1,500

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant is enrolled in or has completed at least one (1) developmental or college-level English class;

Arts and Humanities

Arts and Humanities


Paw Boh Htoo Memorial Liberal Arts Purpose In honor of Paw Boh Htoo, a Century College student, ac�ve member of the Karen community, and mother of two, to encourage and support students of diverse cultural backgrounds who are the first in their family to atend or graduate from college to achieve educa�onal success.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant will have completed at least two semesters at Century College byspring; • Applicant must write a personal essay about community service involvement, aswell as academic and career goals; • Preference given to a student of Karen heritage.

Linda Engstrom Memorial Liberal Arts

Purpose To encourage and support a new or current student pursuing the liberal arts. Linda Engstrom was an alumni of Lakewood Community College and served on the Alumni Associa�on Board of Directors for many years.

Amount 2 @ $2,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant is a new or current student who is pursuing the liberal arts and hasplans to transfer to a four (4) year college or university; • Applicant must write a personal essay that states the academic and career goals.

Arts and Humanities

Arts and Humanities


Larry Litecky Legacy Teaching

Purpose To encourage and support the educa�onal goals of aspiring teachers. Dr. Larry Litecky served as president of Century College from 2000-2011. Under his leadership the campus experienced dynamic growth and change. New ini�a�ves to support student success resulted in Century College becoming the first college in Minnesota selected for the na�onal Achieving the Dream program. Dr. Litecky believed in the power of Century’s teachers. This scholarship supports the educa�onal goals of those aspiring to teach at the postsecondary level.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• *Applicant has completed 20 credits at Century College with a cumula�ve GPA of 3.5 or higher; • Personal essay details the principles and values connected to a life of teaching.

Barry Schlotman Memorial Music

Purpose To encourage and support a student pursing music at Century College. Barry Schlotman was a trombonist and pianist who enjoyed performing Jazz, Dixieland, and Classical music. He also composed and arranged instrumental music for musicians in the Twin Ci�es.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant is a current student at Century who plans to pursue an AFA degree in music; • Applicant must write a personal letter that states academic and career goals and describes his or her love of music; • Applicant must submit a written recommendation from a music instructor at Century

Arts and Humanities

Arts and Humanities


Gladys Dickey Teaching

Purpose To honor Gladys Dickey, a lifelong educator, by encouraging students to enter the field of educa�on. Gladys Dickey was born in Iowa in 1888 and began her lifelong career as an elementary school teacher in 1912. She loved children and children’s literature - her enthusiasm for the stories of early American history was contagious. She touched so many lives and enriched them all, not only of her pupils, but of her nephews and nieces, who hope that this scholarship will enable others to follow her example.

Amount 1 @ $2,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• *Registered at Century for at least two (2) semesters and has completed at least twelve (12) credits in college-level or developmental courses by the end of the spring semester; • Personal essay shows intent to become a teacher and demonstrates financial need.

Paul and Sheila Wellstone

Purpose To recognize students interested in the pursuit of a career in non-profit, public policy or teaching. Paul and Sheila Wellstone dedicated their careers to improving life for the people of Minnesota. This scholarship is supported by the staff at Century.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• *Will have completed twelve (12) credits at Century College by the end of spring semester with a cumula�ve GPA of 2.5 or higher; • Personal essay shares the student’s belief in serving others through their future career, which is similar to the principles and values of Paul and/or Sheila Wellstone.

Arts and Humanities

Arts and Humanities


MARK YOUR CALENDAR


Focal Point Financial Office Technology

Purpose To support and encourage a student enrolled in the Office Technology program. This scholarship is supported by a graduate of Century College who is a local business leader.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant is a current Century College student enrolled in the Office Technologyprogram; • Personal essay outlining personal goals and educa�onal objec�ves.

Ancona Tile and Escrow

Purpose To encourage and support students interested in pursuing a career in the Business or Finance area. This scholarship is supported by a graduate of Century College who is a local business leader.

Amount 1 @ $1,500

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Personal essay that declares an interest in the study of business or financeoutlining personal goals and educa�on objec�ves; • Applicant can be either a high school graduate who will be star�ng at CenturyCollege or a current Century College student.

Business

Business


Rit Family Founda�on Purpose To encourage high school students or returning adults who have an interest in obtaining a degree in business to atend Century College prior to transfer to a four-year program. This scholarship is supported by a graduate of Century College who is a local business leader. Amount 2 @ $1,500 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


12+ 3.0+ 1

• Has a 3.0 GPA or higher in high school or in previous college courses; • Applicant enrolls in business-related courses with emphases that will lead to a degree in Business Administra�on, Marke�ng, Accoun�ng, Adver�sing, or related; • Personal essay outlines future goals and explains financial need.

Business


Mildred Dahl Scholarship

Purpose This scholarship is provided by the American Financial Women’s Alliance to encourage and support a student interested in pursuing a career in accoun�ng.

Amount 1 @ $600

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant must submit a personal essay that outlines one’s personal goals andeduca�on objec�ves to pursue a degree in accoun�ng.

Carolyn and Robert Odegard ESOL

Purpose To encourage and affirm students from diverse cultures who can benefit from developmental educa�on as a steppingstone to higher educa�on, career development, life enrichment, and self-sufficiency. This scholarship is in memory of the Odegards who were ac�ve at Century and in the local community.

Amount 2 @ $1,500

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant has been enrolled at Century College in a developmental educa�oncourse, usually the final semester of English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL); • Personal essay demonstrates financial need;• Preference given to a student over 30 years of age who is or has been registeredfor developmental classes in ESOL.

Cultural Diversity

Business


Ellen C. Mamer ESOL Student Purpose To encourage students from diverse cultures, including interna�onal students, who benefit from classes in Century College’s ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) program to con�nue to pursue higher educa�on. Given in memory of Ellen Mamer, a beloved former ESOL teacher at Century.

Amount 2 @ $3,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA


Recommendation 6+ 3.2+ 2*

• Applicant has completed or is enrolled in at least 12 ESOL credits at Century College at the �me of applica�on; • Applicant indicates in the personal essay how much she or he appreciates and values ESOL instruc�on, and specifies how ESOL sets a strong founda�on for more college courses; • *Submits two (2) recommenda�ons, at least one from an ESOL instructor.

Kopp Cultural Diversity Purpose To encourage cultural diversity at Century College and empower ethnic minority students to achieve educa�onal success. In honor of Lee and Barbara Kopp and the Kopp Family Founda�on. Amount Mul�ple @ $1,500 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6 + 3.0+ 1 • Applicant will have been enrolled in Century College for at least two (2) semesters by the �me of applica�on and has completed at least twelve (12) credits in college-level or developmental courses; • Personal essay explains why he/she meets the requirements for cultural diversity and demonstrates financial need.

Cultural Diversity

Cultural Diversity


Matsukichi & Ushii Nakasone

Purpose To honor the parents of re�red Century College faculty member Edwin (Bud) Nakasone by encouraging students interested in and knowledgeable about Asian culture to enter the field of educa�on or the social sciences.

Amount 1 @ $1,500

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• *Applicant will have been enrolled in Century College for at least two (2) semesters and completed at least twelve (12) credits in college level or developmental courses by the end of spring semester; • Personal essay indicates a demonstrated interest and knowledge in Asian cultureand financial need; • Applicant intends to enter the field of educa�on or any of the social sciences.

Mitchell Cultural Diversity Purpose To encourage cultural diversity at Century College and in the community. To support students from diverse ethnic and religious cultures who seek to improve their lives and their community through educa�on and training. Supported by the Mitchell family and friends.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• *Applicant has been enrolled in Century College for at least two (2) semesters and will have completed at least twelve (12) credits in college level or developmental courses by the end of spring semester; • Preference given to first genera�on immigrant students & those demonstra�ngfinancial need.

Cultural Diversity

Cultural Diversity


Mohamad Anwar Transla�ng & Interpre�ng (TRIN) Student Purpose To assist and encourage Century College students in the Transla�ng and Interpre�ng (TRIN) program. Amount 1 @ $1,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6 + 2.5+ 1 • Applicants must be accepted into Century College’s TRIN program.

Dental Hygiene Purpose To encourage and mo�vate Dental Hygiene students to con�nue professional associa�on involvement and develop ac�ons, behaviors, and a�tudes which are consistent with the profession’s commitment to public service. Amount 1 @ $1,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


9+ 2.5+ 1 • Applicant is a first-year dental hygiene student in good academic standing who has maintained a program GPA of 2.5 or higher; • Submits a writen essay outlining the following:

1. Previous or present community volunteerism/ac�vi�es; 2. Reflec�ons on how a�tude affects professionalism; 3. Commitment to future involvement in a professional dental organiza�on (SADHA, ADAA).

Health Sciences

Cultural Diversity


Park Dental - Dental Assis�ng Internship

Purpose To encourage and support the educa�onal goals of students dedicated to obtaining a degree in Dental Assis�ng.

Amount 1 @ $500 for spring internship 1 @ $500 for summer internship

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA


Recommendation N/A N/A 1

• Applicant has been accepted into or is currently enrolled as a full-�me student inthe Dental Assis�ng program at Century College; • Applicant will be in good standing academically and must demonstrateexcep�onal performance in pa�ent care as determined by a faculty commitee; • Applicant must write a personal essay explaining career goals, educa�onal plans,and why they should be selected for the Park Dental Scholarship.

Allina Health EMS

Purpose To encourage and support the educa�on and career goals of highly mo�vated Century College students who are enrolled in the EMS / paramedic program.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Registered in the paramedic program with EMS-Paramedic as the declaredmajor; • Personal essay describes educa�onal plans, career goals, and financial need;• Applicant must agree to follow EMS scholarship and program guidelines;• Applicant has not received an “F” for any EMS coursework.

Health Sciences

Health Sciences


Norman C. Johnson American Legion #484 Memorial Nursing

Purpose To assist students in the Century College nursing program who reside in and intend to prac�ce nursing in Ramsey or Washington County, MN.

Amount 1 @ $1,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


4+ N/A 1 • Applicant resides in Ramsey or Washington County, MN; • Applicant is entering the second year of a two-year program and has the academic poten�al to graduate from the nursing program; • Personal essay explains plans to become a registered nurse, to con�nue in the nursing profession, and desire to work in Ramsey or Washington Coun�es, MN • Personal essay demonstrates financial need.

Don and Helen Kohler Memorial Nursing Purpose To help reduce educa�onal expenses for a student enrolled in Century College’s nursing program. This scholarship remains with the applicant while the student is in good standing in the Associate of Science in Nursing Program at Century College. In memory of the Kohlers.

Amount 1 @ $1,500 split between semester three (3), four (4) and five (5)

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant must be accepted into Century College’s nursing program; • Applicant must submit a personal essay explaining career goals and aspira�ons to be a registered nurse; • Applicant passes the nursing courses before receiving the subsequent semester award; • Applicant demonstrates financial need, verifiable through the Financial Aid Office.

Health Sciences

Health Sciences


Pat Fisher Memorial Nursing

Purpose To pay tribute to the memory of Pat Fischer, the Director of the Century College Health Service for 25 years, a loving wife and mother, and a compassionate nurse, by suppor�ng students who are pursuing careers in nursing.

Amount 1 @ $1,500, 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA


Recommendation 6+ N/A 1

• Applicant must be enrolled in or accepted into Century College’s basic oraccelerated nursing program; • Personal essay expresses passion for the nursing profession and financial need.

Applica�on Deadline: April 25, 2019 (for this award only)

Helen and Larry Olson Nursing

Purpose Established in 2017 by Helen and Larry Olson to support a Century College nursing student with demonstrated financial need. Helen Olson is an alumna of the nursing program.

Amount 1 @ $500

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant is accepted in the MANE Nursing Program at Century College;• Personal essay explaining their financial need and how this scholarship will helpin the student’s success.

Health Sciences

Health Sciences


James Eiden Memorial Ortho�c & Prosthe�c Purpose In honor of James Eiden, a Korean War veteran who benefited from a prosthe�c device and volunteered as a model for the O&P program, to support students in the field of ortho�cs and prosthe�cs who are in financial need. Amount 1 @ $500 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


12+ 2.5+ 1 •Applicant will be enrolled in the Ortho�c or Prosthe�c program; •Personal essay demonstrates a commitment to ataining an Ortho�c or Prosthe�c Technician degree; •Preference given to a student who is a veteran, and/or demonstrates financial need.

Ken Chagnon Memorial Ortho�c & Prosthe�c Purpose To pay tribute to Ken Chagnon, ortho�c and prosthe�c educa�onal pioneer, by suppor�ng the educa�onal goals of highly mo�vated students who are dedicated to helping the physically challenged through a career in ortho�cs and prosthe�cs. Amount 2 @ $1,500 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


12+ 3.5+ 1 • Applicant is a graduate of at least one ortho�c/prosthe�c program at Century College; • Applicant is enrolled (or will be enrolled) in O&P with a minimum of twelve (12) credits per semester leading to an AAS degree or a cer�ficate in O&P during each semester the award is received • Personal essay demonstrates financial need.

Health Sciences

Health Sciences


Northern Plains Chapter AAOP Ortho�c

Purpose To encourage and support students interested in par�cipa�ng in and advancing the field of Ortho�cs.

Amount Varies @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant will be enrolled in the Ortho�c program with a minimum of twelve (12)credits during each semester the award is received; • Personal essay explains the need for scholarship assistance and commitment toataining an Ortho�c-related degree; • Preference given to first year students.

Tamarack Ortho�cs

Purpose To encourage and support the educa�onal goals of highly mo�vated students who are dedicated to helping the physically challenged through a career in ortho�cs and demonstrate financial need.

Amount 2 @ $2,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant is enrolled (or will be enrolled) in an ortho�c technician or prac��onercourse with a minimum of twelve (12) credits per semester leading to an AAS degree or cer�ficate in O&P during each semester the award is received; • Personal essay demonstrates financial need.

Health Sciences

Health Sciences


Jared M. Durant Memorial Rad Tech Purpose To pay tribute to Jared M. Durant, a former Century College Radiologic Technology student, by suppor�ng the educa�onal goals of students who are pursuing a career in radiologic technology.

Amount 1 @ $1,500

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA


Recommendation 6+ 3.0+ 1*

• Applicant is a first year Radiologic Technology student, at the �me of applica�on; • Personal essay explains goals for the future and financial need; • *Submits at least one (1) leter of recommenda�on from a community member OR clinical facilitator OR professional radiology technologist demonstra�ng that the student shows responsibility, compassion, and professionalism.

Ron Ryan Jr. Memorial Law Enforcement

Purpose To pay tribute to the legacy of Century Alumnus Ron Ryan Jr. by suppor�ng the educa�onal goals of students who are dedicated to community service through a career in law enforcement.

Amount 2 @ $1,500

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Pursuing a Law Enforcement degree and is enrolled for a minimum of six (6) credits during each semester the award is received OR enrolled in the required skills program full-�me; • Applicant has completed or is enrolled in at least four (4) core requirement courses for the Police Officer Standards and Training Board (POST) at the �me of applica�on.

Human Services

Health Sciences


Dick and Barb Kotasek Addic�on Studies Internship

Purpose To encourage and support the educa�on and career goals of highly mo�vated Century College students who are enrolled in the chemical dependency program.

Amount Approximate $800 for cost of internship in fall or spring

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant has completed Introduc�on to Drugs and Alcohol (CDEP 1020);• Personal essay explains educa�onal plans, career goals, and financial need;• Preference given to students experiencing extreme financial difficul�es;

Tubman Human Services Scholarship (Hill Family)

Purpose To support students at Century College from diverse backgrounds who demonstrate outstanding dedica�on to community service and who, based upon personal experience and academic career objec�ves, are likely to be leaders in human services field in the community.

Amount 4 @ $2,000 for Internship I or Internship II in Human Services degree program

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA


Recommendation N/A N/A 1

• Resident of Ramsey, Washington, or Dakota County in Minnesota;• Applicant agrees to do an internship, service learning project and/orinforma�onal interview at the Tubman (Hill) House. • Personal essay outlines personal experiences and career objec�ves;

Human Services

Human Services


Dr. Carl Gerber Scholarship for Leadership and Service

Purpose Dr. Carl Gerber became president of Lakewood Community College in 1968 and completed his service in 1985. He provided the needed leadership to move the new, fledgling college into a highly regarded educa�onal ins�tu�on. This scholarship pays tribute to the history of Lakewood Community College and the effec�ve leadership of Dr. Carl Gerber.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Personal essay that describes his/her desire to pursue a higher educa�on and indicates specific instances that demonstrates leadership quali�es and service involvement;

J. Stanley Hill Legacy Purpose To pay tribute to J. Stanley Hill, founder of the Century College Founda�on and strong supporter of community service, by suppor�ng the educa�onal goals of students commited to community service and helping others. Amount 1 @ $1,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6+ 3.0+ 1* • Personal essay outlines previous or present community volunteerism/ac�vi�es, goals for the future, and need for scholarship assistance; • *Submits at least one (1) leter of recommenda�on from a group that indicates student’s commitment to community service and length of �me or hours served.




S�llwater Rotary Club

Purpose To support the educa�onal goals of highly mo�vated students who are dedicated to con�nuing their educa�on.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant is a graduate of S�llwater High School-District #834 or a resident of theS�llwater area and includes this informa�on in the personal essay; • Personal essay demonstrates financial need and explains educa�onal goals• Preference given to a parent.

Gender Studies

Purpose To encourage students interested in Gender Studies to complete the Gender Studies Cer�ficate Program.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• *Applicant has completed at least 12 college-level credits with a GPA of 3.25+; • Applicant has completed at least two (2) courses included in the GST Cer�ficateProgram with a strong B average or above; • Applicant adds the GST Cer�ficate to degree plan and submits an Interac�veDARS Audit for verifica�on; • Submits a one (1) page leter discussing reasons for pursuing the Gender StudiesCer�ficate and how Gender Studies training will apply to future academic and career plans.




Kurt Retka Memorial Psychology Purpose To support and mo�vate students interested in pursuing a four-year degree in the field of psychology. Amount 1 @ $1,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6+* 3.0+ 1 • *Completed twelve (12)+ credits at Century College with a cumula�ve GPA of 3.0+; • Applicant has successfully completed General Psychology (PSYCH 1020); • Personal essay indicates an interest in psychology, including both academic and professional goals related to the study of psychology; • Preference given to students with a record of academic excellence.

Enterprise Compu�ng Technology Purpose To encourage and support students with a financial need enrolled in the Enterprise Compu�ng Technology Program (cer�ficate or degree) who are in pursuit of a career working in the computer and technology fields. Amount 1 @ $1,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


9+* 2.5+ 1 • *Applicant has completed at least twelve (12) at Century College and is enrolled in the Enterprise Compu�ng Technology program; • Personal essay demonstrates financial need and indicates mo�va�on and passion for a career in the ECT profession.

STEM



ITT Faculty Purpose To encourage and support students with a financial need enrolled in the Informa�on and Telecommunica�on Technology Program who are in pursuit of a career working in the computer and technology fields. Supported by faculty in the ITT program.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant has completed at least twelve (12) credits at Century College and isenrolled in the Informa�on and Telecommunica�on Technology program; • Personal essay demonstrates financial need and indicates mo�va�on andpassion for a career in the Informa�on and Technology profession.

Shavlik Family

Purpose To encourage and support students with a financial need enrolled in the Computer Science, Computer Informa�on Systems, or Cybersecurity, Virtualiza�on and Forensics programs and who are in pursuit of a career working in the computer and technology fields.

Amount 1 @ $5,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• *Applicant will have completed twelve (12) credits at Century College by June and is enrolled in the Computer Science, Computer Informa�on Systems, or Cybersecurity, Virtualiza�on and Forensics programs; • Personal essay indicates mo�va�on for pursuing a career in a computer andinforma�on technology profession and demonstrates financial need.

STEM

STEM


Diana R. Hill Purpose The purpose of the Diana R. Hill scholarship is to support students studying STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) courses, encouraging them to pursue a career in one of these fields. Diana has been a long-�me supporter of the students of Century College and the work of the Founda�on.

Amount 1 @ $1,500

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• *Applicant has completed or is enrolled in at least twelve (12) credits at the �me of applica�on; • Applicants personal essay explains educa�onal plans for the future and financial need.

George S. Hill Purpose Established by George S. Hill’s siblings, in honor of his 70th birthday, to encourage and support students studying in one of the STEM areas (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) to pursue a career in one of these fields. Amount 1 @ $2,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


12+* 3.0+ 1 • *Applicant has completed or is enrolled in at least twelve (12) credits at Century College at the �me of applica�on; • Personal essay explains educa�onal plans for the future and financial need.

STEM

STEM


Mathema�cs Purpose To recognize students for academic achievement in mathema�cs and to support their con�nued pursuit of mathema�cs and/or mathema�cs-related fields.

Amount 1 @ $1,500

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA


Recommendation 6+* 3.0+* 1

• *Applicant will have completed sixteen (16) credits at Century College with a cumula�ve GPA of 3.0 or higher and has a GPA in mathema�cs courses of 3.25 or higher with a B or beter in the last college-level mathema�cs course at the end of spring semester; • Applicant meets these requirements: Comple�on of Math 1061 or higher-levelcourse at �me of applica�on, and; Minimum grade of B in each mathema�cs course taken at Century. • Applicants who rank among the top 25% of students at Century College in atleast one round of the Student Mathema�cs League Contest, sponsored by the American Mathema�cal Associa�on of Two-Year Colleges and given twice each academic year will receive preference.

RMS Science

Purpose To provide a scholarship to a student who is pursuing academic studies in the sciences. Amount Mul�ple @ $1,111

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• *Applicant will have completed six (6) credits at Century College and is studying science, such as physics, engineering, chemistry or other STEM area; • Applicant submits a personal essay that describes their educational and career

goals.

STEM

STEM


Simmons STEM / Chemistry Purpose The Simmons STEM / Chemistry Scholarship was established to support students studying STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) or specifically Chemistry courses, encouraging them to pursue a career in one of these fields. Supported by Ms. Simmons, who had a successful career due to having pursued a PhD in chemistry. Amount 2 @ $3,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


12+* 3.0+ 1 • *Applicant has completed or is enrolled in at least twelve (12) credits at the �me of applica�on; • Personal essay explains educa�onal plans for the future and financial need. • Preference given to students majoring in Chemistry.

Arthur O. Haukland VFW Post 1350 North St. Paul Purpose To encourage and support a Century student who are military veterans or currently serving in the U.S. armed forces. Amount 2 @ $500 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


5+ 2.0+ 1 • Personal essay that indicates mo�va�on and drive in their pursuit of a higher educa�on; • Applicant is a military veteran or is a current member of the U.S. armed forces.

STEM

Veterans


Kramer Berg American Legion

Purpose The Kramer Berg American Legion Scholarship is given to encourage and support a Century College student who is a veteran of the U.S. armed forces.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA



• Applicant is a veteran who has received an honorable discharge from the U.Sarmed forces; • Personal essay that states his/her educa�on plan as well as financial need.

Colonel Phillip L. Poter Purpose American Legion Post 566 in Lino Lakes, MN is proud to partner with Century College and offer the Colonel Phillip L. Poter scholarship for Veterans that are con�nuing their college educa�on.

Amount 1 @ $1,000

Criteria Credits

(per semester) GPA


Recommendation 9+ 2.5+* 1

• Applicants must be either honorably discharged or currently serving members ofany branch of the United Stated Armed Forces (Must submit DD Form 214, NGB Form 22, or a memorandum from applicant’s commander if s�ll serving) • All Veterans are eligible to apply for the scholarship, but priority will be given toapplicants that fall into the following:

1. Enrolled members of American Legion Post 566 that are in good standing;2. Residents of Lino Lakes, Circle Pines, Centerville, Lexington, and Blaine;3. Combat Veteran (as defined by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs);

• *Applicant must have a 2.5 G.P.A. in any degree or cer�ficate program at Century College or first year applicants must have a 3.0 G.P.A in their most recent term of high school;

Veterans

Veterans


Keep-Zimmer VFW Post 1782

Purpose To encourage and support a Century College Student who is a military veteran, or currently serving in the U.S armed forced. Amount 1 @ $1,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6+ 2.0+ 1 • Applicant is a veteran who has received an honorable discharge from the U.S armed forces, or currently serving in the U.S military; • Personal essay that states educa�on plans and any financial need.

Tango Mike Veterans Ortho�c & Prosthe�c Purpose To foster veteran students who want to pursue an ortho�c and prosthe�c career. Amount 1 @ $1,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


12+* 2.0+ 1** • *Applicant is currently enrolled (or will be enrolled) in an ortho�c or prosthe�c program with a minimum of twelve (12) credits per semester. • **Applicant must submit at least one (1) leter of recommenda�on from a prac��oner or educator in the ortho�c and prosthe�c field or from a former military unit supervisor. • Applicant has been granted an honorary discharge from the United States Armed Forces; • Personal essay must demonstrate that he/she is commited to achieving academic success while in pursuit of acquiring an ortho�c or prosthe�c degree. Applica�on Deadline: August 2020

Veterans

Veterans


Scandia/ Marine Lions Club Purpose To encourage and support a Century student who is a military veteran or currently serving in the U.S armed forces. Amount 1 @ $1,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6+ 2.0+ 1 • Personal essay that indicates mo�va�on and drive in their pursuit of a higher educa�on; • Applicant is a veteran or a current member of the U.S. armed forces. Student may be asked to atend a mee�ng of the Scandia / Marine Lions to be acknowledged for their accomplishments.

Leaf Scholarship for Veterans Purpose To encourage and support a Century student who is a military veteran or currently serving in the U.S. armed forces. Amount 1 @ $1,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6 + 2.0+ 1 • Personal essay that indicates mo�va�on and drive in their pursuit of a higher educa�on; • Applicant is a veteran or a current member of the U.S. armed forces.

Veterans

Veterans


SSS/ TRiO First Genera�on

Purpose To encourage Century College students par�cipa�ng in the SSS/TRiO program to con�nue their educa�on towards a bachelor’s degree. Amount 1 @ $2,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


12+ 2.0+ 2 • Applicant is a first-genera�on college student (both parents do not have a bachelor’s degree) who is planning to complete a bachelor’s degree immediately a�er atending Century College; • Applicant has completed 10+ MNTC credits with a 3.0 or higher MNTC GPA and has successfully completed a college-level math class. • Personal essay explains academic and career goals; • Submits a copy of an Academic Plan developed with and signed by the SSS/TRIO Counselor which is allied with the applicants stated goals.

Kopp TRiO Purpose To encourage current/past par�cipants in Federal TRiO programs, including Upward Bound, Student Support Services, and Educa�onal Talent Search, to pursue their college educa�on. Amount Mul�ple @ $1,500 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


6 + 2.75+ 2 • Applicant has a high school or college cumula�ve GPA of 2.75 or higher; • Applicant has successfully par�cipated in one of the pre-collegiate TRiO programs for at least two (2) years or Student Support Services for at least one (1) year; • Submits documenta�on of accomplishing TRiO program personal and academic goals.

Other

Other


Jenna Ann Fredrickson Memorial Purpose To encourage and support a student at Century College who has dealt with mental health and/or substance abuse problems or issues. Jenna grew up in White Bear Lake, MN and graduated from WBLHS. She was crea�ve, with a sense of humor while being adventurous. Her interests included reading, wri�ng, animals, and nature. The scholarship is sponsored by her family who remember her for her spirit, courage, and love of life. Amount 1 @ $1,000 Criteria


GPA (cumulative)


3+ 2.0+ 1 • Applicant must write a personal essay that states academic and career goals and relates his/her experience with mental health and/ or substance abuse problems or issues; • Preference given to a student with financial need.

Other


The STRIVE Scholarship Program was established by Don Mooney in 1987

STRIVE - White Bear Lake Don Craighead Family Purpose To encourage and mo�vate students from the White Bear Lake Area High School to improve their academic scores and to con�nue educa�on at Century College following high school gradua�on. Amount One @ $1,500 split between fall and spring semester Criteria • Applicant needs to apply for the STRIVE program in the fall of the senior year to the White Bear Lake Area Learning Center counselor; • Applicant shows the most academic improvement in the senior year at White Bear Lake Area Learning Center. • Applicant is enrolled at Century College for a minimum of three (3) credits during each semester the award is received.

STRIVE - White Bear Lake Don Mooney

Purpose To encourage and mo�vate students from the White Bear Lake Area High School to improve their academic scores and to con�nue educa�on at Century College following high school gradua�on. Amount Supports full year’s tui�on. Criteria • Applicant needs to apply for the STRIVE program in the fall of the senior year to the White Bear Lake Area Learning Center counselor; • Applicant shows the most academic improvement in the senior year at White Bear Lake Area Learning Center; • Applicant is enrolled at Century College for a minimum of three (3) credits during each semester the award is received.

Other

Other


STRIVE - White Bear Lake Louis Fors Purpose To encourage and mo�vate students from the White Bear Lake Area High School to improve their academic scores and to con�nue educa�on at Century College following high school gradua�on. Amount 1 @ One Years Tui�on and books (up to 12 credits each semester) for both fall and spring Criteria • Applicant needs to apply for the STRIVE program in the fall of the senior year to the White Bear Lake Area Learning Center counselor; • Applicant shows the most academic improvement in the senior year at White Bear Lake Area Learning Center; • Applicant is enrolled at Century College for a minimum of three (3) credits during each semester the award is received.

STRIVE - White Bear Lake Stan Hill Family Purpose To encourage and mo�vate students from the White Bear Lake Area High School to improve their academic scores and to con�nue educa�on at Century College following high school gradua�on. Amount 1 @ One Years Tui�on and books (up to 12 credits each semester) for both fall and spring Criteria • Applicant needs to apply for the STRIVE program in the fall of the senior year to the White Bear Lake Area Learning Center counselor; • Applicant shows the most academic improvement in the senior year at White Bear Lake Area Learning Center; • Applicant is enrolled at Century College for a minimum of three (3) credits during each semester the award is received.

Other

Other


STRIVE - White Bear Lake Gunderson & Woodbury Families Purpose To encourage and mo�vate students from the White Bear Lake Area High School to improve their academic scores and to con�nue educa�on at Century College following high school gradua�on. Amount 1 @ $2,000 Criteria • Applicant needs to apply for the STRIVE program in the fall of the senior year to the White Bear Lake Area Learning Center counselor; • Applicant shows the most academic improvement in the senior year at White Bear Lake Area Learning Center; • Applicant is enrolled at Century College for a minimum of three (3) credits during each semester the award is received.

Workforce Development Purpose Encourage students to pursue a degree to put them into high demand jobs around Minnesota. Supported by the Minnesota State Legislature and local area businesses.

Amount 66 @ $2,500-$3,000 split between fall and spring semester

Criteria

• Students must be enrolled/declared into advanced manufacturing, health care services; automo�ve, early childhood educa�on, informa�on technology (web design) programs; • Students must be entering high-demand occupa�ons upon gradua�on following the same methodology used to determine high demand for leveraged equipment; • Preference for students with financial need.


GPA (cumulative)


9+ N/A 1

Other

Other


The mission of the Century College Foundation is to help transform and enhance the lives of our diverse student population by providing educational opportunities, financial support, and advocacy – one student at a time.

Documents

Understanding scholarship listing booklet 2020... · ITT - Faculty ----- ITT - Shavlik Family ----- ... FOR FURTHER QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT (651) 779-3219. • SSS/ TRiO 1 st Genera