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Established in response to growing enrollment in ºÚÁÏרÇø’s nursing and health careers programs and the need for a highly educated healthcare workforce. This fund is supported with donations from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, The Sam J. Frankino Foundation, Katherine T. O’Neill, Park Foundation, Sherwick Fund of The Cleveland Foundation, and numerous individuals and businesses.

Criteria

• Admitted to ºÚÁÏרÇø’s Nursing program or another health career program.
• Meets minimum GPA requirements for program.
• Applicant must be in good standing.

Established in 2009 to support the advancement of individuals in our community. The Bowens have been longtime partners of ºÚÁÏרÇø, with Gail serving as a ºÚÁÏרÇø Foundation Board director. The Bowen family is committed to our community and are active in several foundations that support education, social services and the arts. This scholarship is renewable for up to three years.

Criteria

• Pursuing a degree or certificate in any ºÚÁÏרÇø health careers program, including nursing.

Established in memory of David Duncan, a Cleveland public school graduate who survived a vicious attack en route to class in the 11th grade. Cleveland residents responded by donating to a college fund that enabled Duncan to earn a bachelor’s degree. He went on to earn master’s and doctorate degrees and enjoyed a successful career as a teacher and administrator. He taught biology at ºÚÁÏרÇø for more than a decade.

Criteria

• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Sophomore academic standing.
• City of Cleveland resident.
• Pursuing a degree or certificate in any ºÚÁÏרÇø health careers program, including nursing.

Established in 2017 to recognize Morton G. Epstein for his numerous contributions to ºÚÁÏרÇø, the ºÚÁÏרÇø Foundation and the Greater Cleveland community. In his 14 years of service as a Foundation Board director, Epstein was dedicated to ensuring educational access and degree completion. This fund provides financial assistance for students who might not otherwise be able to access or continue their college education.

Criteria

• Minimum 2.75 GPA.
• Cuyahoga County resident.
• At least one year of coursework completed.
• Preference given to students enrolled in a health careers program.

Established in memory of William A. Falkenstein Jr.

Criteria

• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Enrolled in ºÚÁÏרÇø’s Nursing or Surgical Technology program.
• At least two semesters of coursework completed.

Established through a generous grant from the David and Inez Myers Foundation, this scholarship is designed to meet the needs of students in various health career occupations. Awards may also be made for educational expenses such as child care, temporary transportation costs, tutoring and other situations that may restrict a student’s access to education.

Criteria

• Enrolled in a Health Careers Institute program.

As a ºÚÁÏרÇø alumna and advocate for higher education, Daphne Johnson left a lasting legacy through the support she gave to her husband, Alex Johnson, in his role as ºÚÁÏרÇø president. Her full life, passion, talents and love for animals will continue through the work of students who receive assistance through the scholarship fund established in her name.

Criteria

• Admitted into ºÚÁÏרÇø’s Veterinary Technology program.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.

Established in memory of Karen Kress‐Burke, clinical instructor in respiratory therapy at ºÚÁÏרÇø’s Western Campus. See Respiratory Care program manager for application. Recipients selected following interview by special committee.

Criteria

• Minimum 2.7 GPA.
• Second‐year student.
• Enrolled in ºÚÁÏרÇø’s Respiratory Care program.

Established by Medical Mutual of Ohio to provide educational opportunities for future healthcare workers. Recipients are recognized as Medical Mutual Scholars.

A trusted insurer for more than 85 years, Medical Mutual is the oldest — and one of the largest — health insurance companies based in Ohio. The company provides peace of mind to more than 1.6 million Ohioans through its high-quality health, life, disability, dental, vision, indemnity and wellness plans. The company offers fully insured and self-funded group coverage, including stop loss, as well as Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement and individual plans.

Medical Mutual’s status as a mutual company means it can operate for the benefit of its members without needing to meet the demands of stockholders or Wall Street analysts. Instead, the company focuses on developing products and services that allow it to better serve its customers and Ohio communities and help its members achieve their best possible health and quality of life. Learn more at medmutual.com.

Criteria

• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Enrolled in any ºÚÁÏרÇø health careers program, including nursing.

As part of its mission, MetroHealth not only takes care of the ill and injured — it also focuses on “Leading the way to a healthier you and a healthier community through service, teaching, discovery and teamwork.” In an effort to extend that mission, this fund supports MetroHealth employees and their family members as well as residents of the neighborhoods surrounding its Main Campus Medical Center. This scholarship is renewable for one year as long as criteria are met.

Criteria

• Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA.
• Enrolled in a workforce training program that leads to a certificate or credential in a high-demand field.
• Preference given to MetroHealth employees and their family members, students who reside in MetroHealth’s core communities and students enrolled in a ºÚÁÏרÇø health careers program.
• Develop and sign an Academic Plan (credit students only).

Established to recognize Gloria Moosmann’s dedication and commitment to ensuring educational access for students who face financial barriers while pursuing a ºÚÁÏרÇø education. In a career spanning more than 45 years, Moosmann has the distinction of having worked with all four College presidents. She led the first major gifts campaign of the ºÚÁÏרÇø Foundation. Under her leadership, the Foundation experienced significant growth in program development and enhancement as well as in student scholarships.

Criteria

• Minimum 2.5 GPA.
• Nursing student enrolled for at least nine credits per semester.

Established to support nursing students at ºÚÁÏרÇø.

Criteria

• Minimum 2.75 GPA.
• Admitted into ºÚÁÏרÇø’s Nursing program.

Established in honor of Don Pilch, a valued former employee of Ohio Desk who was known for his enthusiasm, friendship and warmth.

Ohio Desk is Northeast Ohio’s leading provider of premier workplace solutions including custom interior design services, move and asset management, furniture and architectural products, and rental services.

Criteria

• Enrolled in any ºÚÁÏרÇø health careers program, including nursing.

Established to recognize the critical role that physical and occupational therapy assistants play in patient support and recovery. Two annual awards: one to a student in ºÚÁÏרÇø’s Physical Therapist Assisting Technology program and one to a student in the Occupational Therapy Assistant Technology program.

Criteria

• Minimum 2.7 GPA.
• Demonstrated financial need.
• Studying physical or occupational therapy assisting at ºÚÁÏרÇø.

Established to assist students pursuing health careers education at ºÚÁÏרÇø.

University Hospitals is leading healthcare and advancing how we heal, teach and discover by delivering the highest quality care through personalized experiences and meaningful innovation. Every day for nearly 150 years, UH physicians, nurses and employees have renewed our promise to patients. UH serves communities across Northeast Ohio through 18 hospitals, including our nationally ranked UH Case Medical Center, UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital, UH Seidman Cancer Center and more than 40 health centers. UH Case Medical Center is the primary affiliate of Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, a nationally recognized leader in medical research and education.

Criteria

• Admitted to any ºÚÁÏרÇø health careers program, including nursing.
• Applicant must be in good academic standing.

Established by the Cleveland Academy of Veterinary Medicine, this fund is supported by numerous donations including gifts made by the Cleveland Academy of Veterinary Medicine and the Medina Kennel Club Inc.

Criteria

• Minimum 2.7 GPA since Veterinary Technology program admission.
• One or two semesters of Vet Tech coursework completed.

Established in 1998 by Al and Jan Widiger to recognize the increasing need for skilled health professionals and make a lasting difference by helping students pursue education in related fields. Recipients receive a minimum of $250.

Criteria

• Minimum 2.7 GPA with C grades or higher
• At least 15 college credits accumulated.
• Enrolled in any ºÚÁÏרÇø health careers program, including nursing, with interest in pursuing an advanced degree.