Available Scholarships

College of Health Sciences

Maurice M. Burkholder Scholarship

The Dr. Maurice Burkholder Scholarship was established in 1990. Dr. Maurice Burkholder was a retired physician who specialized in internal medicine and oncology. He was a charter member of the University/Community Health Sciences Association and its predecessor, the Advisory Council of the School of Health Sciences, since 1972. Dr. Burkholder served as Chief of Staff of both Saint Alphonsus and St. Luke’s Regional Medical Centers and President of the Ada County Medical Society. He was active in a number of community boards and committees dealing with health care. Dr. Burkholder died peacefully on January 13, 2009, at the age of 93.

Recipient must have a GPA of 2.8 or better, and demonstrate financial need.

Victor Duke Scholarship

The Victor Duke Scholarship was established in 1985. Dr. Victor Duke was the first dean of the College of Health Sciences. He started his professional career as a pharmacist, taught at the University of New Mexico and the University of Montana before assuming the dean position at BSU. He came to Boise State in 1972, where he was instrumental in organizing the College of Health Science, serving the growing needs of the area’s hospitals and other health care providers. Under his direction, the College of Health Sciences expanded to include six departments. All of the programs received professional accreditation under his guidance.

Recipient must have a 3.0 GPA or better, carry at least twelve credits, be a junior or senior entering the final year of the degree program, and demonstrate some financial need.

Dorothy and Franklin B. Jeppesen, M.D. Memorial Scholarship

The Jeppesen family established the Franklin B. Jeppesen Memorial Scholarship in 1982. Dr. Jeppesen was one of the state’s first urologists. He helped form almost every professional medical association and program in Idaho. Among them was an eight-state organization that was the forerunner of the American Medical Association and the Boise Chapter of American College of Surgeons. He was also the Chief of Staff at both major hospitals in Boise and the Idaho Physician of the Year in 1977.

Recipients must be Idaho residents enrolled as full-time students, have GPAs of 3.0 or better, and demonstrate financial need.

Robert and Kathy Kustra Health Sciences Scholarship

The Robert and Kathy Kustra Health Sciences Scholarship was established in the fall of 2003 by the College of Health Sciences in honor of the inauguration of Dr. Robert Kustra as President of Boise State University. The award rotates among the Departments of Community and Environmental Health, Radiologic Sciences, and Respiratory Care.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better, be an Idaho resident, full time junior or senior status, and demonstrate financial need.

Kristen and Aaron Messmer Health Sciences Scholarship

The Kristen and Aaron Messmer Health Sciences Scholarship was envisioned in 2002 by their parents, Joe and Marcie Messmer, as a tribute to their children. The Messmers made subsequent contributions to the fund to reach the endowment level. Preference is given to students who graduated from Skyview High or other Canyon County schools.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better and demonstrate financial need.

President Charles and Sally Ruch Inaugural Health Science Scholarship

The President Charles and Sally Ruch Inaugural Health Science Scholarship was established by the College of Health Sciences in 1994 as recognition of the appointment of Dr. Charles Ruch as the fifth president of Boise State University. Dr. and Mrs. Ruch have both led active careers in higher education.

Recipient must be enrolled as a full-time sophomore, junior or senior, with a GPA of 3.0 or better. If the student maintains at least the minimum GPA, the scholarship is renewable.

Department of Community and Environmental Health

Dr. Helen Beeman Altrusa Memorial Scholarship

An endowed scholarship in memory of the late Dr. Helen Beeman was established by the Altrusa Club in 1990. Dr. Beeman was a pathologist at Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center. She was a pioneer in the field of nuclear diagnostic medicine and was a founder of Treasure Valley Laboratory, Inc., in Boise. Dr. Beeman was honored as an emeritus fellow of the College of American Pathologists. She retired from the practice of medicine in 1982, but continued to consult with Boise area attorneys in medically-related litigation. Dr. Beeman was a member of the Altrusa Club of Boise and served as its president from 1969 to 1971. In 1981, she received the Club’s Woman of Achievement Award. Dr. Beeman was also a supporter of numerous professional, community and political organizations. She died in August 1989 in Boise.

Recipient must be a junior or senior studying Pre‐Medicine, having a GPA of 3.0 or better and demonstrate financial need.

Dentist and Physician Alumni Scholarship

Established in 1994, this fund was created by Micheal J. Adcox, M.D. Dr. Adcox was serving as chair of the scholarship committee for the BSU Alumni Association and realized that there was little in the way of scholarship assistance directed toward those pursuing careers in allopathic medicine or dentistry. He wrote to a number of Treasure Valley dental and medical professionals and asked for their contributions to build this scholarship fund. It continues to provide financial assistance for the College’s Pre‐Professional medical and dental students.

Recipients must have a goal of matriculating to medical or dental school, and have a GPA of 3.5 or better.

Robert DesAulniers Memorial Scholarship

The Robert DesAulniers Scholarship was established by his wife Elizabeth, and Central District Health Department in 1989. Robert DesAulniers was actively involved in the public health of Idaho’s citizens for 21 years. He spent 14 years as personnel Director of Health and Welfare, and Interim Director of the Idaho State School and Hospital. In 1979, he became the Director of Central District Health Department and served for seven years until his retirement. Mr. DesAulniers is best remembered by the staff at Central District Health Department as a man who enjoyed people and cared deeply about those less fortunate. He also enjoyed the outdoors and participated on various boards and committees that promoted a high quality of life.

Recipients must be residents of Idaho, have GPAs of 2.8 or better and upper division status or be graduate students in the College of Health Sciences. Preference is given to full or part-time employees of the Central District Health Department.

Jim and Georgia Girvan Master of Health Science Scholarship

This Graduate Program Scholarship was started in 2001 by Jim and Georgia Girvan to provide financial assistance to a student enrolled in the Master of Health Science Program. Dr. Girvan currently serves as Dean of the College of Health Sciences, and Ms. Girvan directs the Idaho RADAR network that dispenses information on preventing tobacco use, alcohol and other drug use or abuse.

Recipient must be admitted to regular status in the Master of Health Science program, and have a GPA of 3.0 or better.

Molly Lazechko Legislative Scholarship

Former State Representative Molly Lazechko from Legislative District 16 established The Molly Lazechko Scholarship in 1991. She received a B.A. Degree in Education at Boise State in 1976. The scholarship rotates between the College of Education and the College of Health Sciences.

Recipient must be a Freshman or Sophomore, have a GPA of 2.7 or better with financial need.

Mountain States Tumor Medical Research Institute-Boise State University Research Fellowship

Mountain States Tumor and Medical Research Institute is a collaborative partnership between St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center/Mountain States Tumor Institute and the Boise VA Medical Center. MSTMRI was established in 1994 to conduct basic and clinical research in cancer, heart disease and aging. MSTMRI was founded to increase the potential for important discoveries with the intrinsic goal of bringing new developments in therapy to patients in a timely manner.

Each year two Boise State University Pre-Medical students are awarded a one-year fellowship that gives them hands-on experience in a laboratory working under the supervision of physicians and post-doctoral researchers.

Mulder Partners for Health Scholarship

Carol Mulder and her mother, Alba Marie White, established this scholarship to assist students in the Graduate Program in the College of Health Sciences. Financial need is a criterion.

William Nolan Memorial Scholarship

The family established the William Nolan Scholarship in 1978 after William's death from an automobile accident. William Nolan was a 1973 Boise State University graduate in environmental health. He worked for the Central District Health Department as an environmentalist. Bill was a strong advocate for environmental quality and environmental health. Because of his sense of humor, he was very effective in working with people on environmental issues.

Recipients must be Idaho residents, have GPAs of 3.0 or better and be Environmental Health majors.

Dr. Charles & Diane Robertson Scholarship

The Dr. Charles and Dianne Robertson Scholarship was established in 2005 by James and Georgia Girvan as the Dean’s Scholarship for Community and Environmental Health. In 2007, the name of the scholarship was officially changed to recognize and honor the Robertsons. Dianne H. Robertson was born in Hammet, Idaho and graduated from Glenns Ferry High School. She received her Master of Social Work degree from Smith College in 1988 and joined the Boise State Social Work faculty in 1989. Mrs. Robertson maintained a private practice in clinical social work from 1988 to 2000. Charles (Chuck) Robertson was born in Gooding, Idaho. He attended the University of Idaho and earned his MD from Washington University. Dr. Robertson was a ward medicine intern at Barnes Hospital, completed his diagnostic radiology residency at the Mallinckrodt Institute, and served at the U.S. Navy Hospital in Taipei. Dr. Robertson was with the Boise Radiology Group. He was an instructor in radiology at Harvard University at Massachusetts General Hospital, and was also a Boise State volunteer faculty for the College of Health Sciences Pre‐Medicine Program.

Recipients must have GPAs of 3.0 or better and demonstrate financial need.

Dr. William Venning Health Sciences Honors Scholarship

The Dr. William Venning Health Sciences Honors Scholarship was established in 2003. Dr. Venning received his medical degree from Duke University. He began his career in hospitals in the eastern United States, and joined the St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center staff in Boise, Idaho, in 1956. Dr. Venning’s specialty was in pediatric medicine with a focus in allergies. Before his retirement, he was very active in regional and national boards of medicine. In Idaho and surrounding states, his peers recognized him as a leader in pediatric medicine. He retired from St. Luke’s R.M.C. medical staff in 1984 after almost 44 years of health care service.

Recipients must be enrolled full time in the Honors College and demonstrate financial need. Consideration will be given to academic merit.

Venning Pre-Medicine Scholarship

The Venning Pre‐Med Scholarship was established by Dr. William Venning in 1989 to support pre‐medical students.

Recipients must have GPAs of 3.5 or better, be sophomores, juniors or seniors in the Pre‐Medicine Program and demonstrate financial need.

Lisa K. Warren Memorial Medical Technology Scholarship

The Lisa K. Warren Memorial Medical Technology Scholarship was established in 1986. Lisa K. Warren was a Boise State graduate and a graduate of the St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center School of Medical Technology. She worked as a medical technologist in the laboratory at St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center for eight years prior to her death which occurred after a very short battle with cancer.

Recipients must be an Idaho resident, have GPAs of 3.0 or better, and be seniors.

Francis T. Wassler Pre-Med Scholarship

This Scholarship was established in 1995 as the Ronald Wassler Pre‐Med Scholarship by his mother, Frances T. Wassler. At Frances’ passing in 2004 the family requested a change in the name to honor Frances’ memory.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better and be in their second year as a Pre-Medicine major.

Nursing

Ada County Medical Society Alliance Nursing Scholarship

Established in 1983, the scholarship is granted under an endowment established by the Ada County Medical Society Alliance. The Alliance disbanded in 2000, but the scholarship remains to support nursing education at Boise State University.

Recipient must be an Idaho resident, GPA of 3.0 or better, be in his/her second professional year in an AS program, and demonstrate financial need.

Fermin and Regina Aldecoa Scholarship

Mrs. Aldecoa’s background is in nursing as a 1940 graduate of Saint Alphonsus and a graduate anesthetist. The Aldecoa’s are very aware of the impending shortage of nurses and wanted to do something to help the effort to educate more nurses.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better and demonstrate financial need.

Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health Nursing Scholarship

In keeping with its mission of promoting health and wellness, the Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health established an endowed nursing scholarship at Boise State University in 2004. The donation was matched with funds from the Boise Industrial Foundation to create the nursing scholarship. Gary Dyer, Vice Chairman for the Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health, was instrumental in securing the scholarship gift. As Board Chair of the Friends of Nursing, he wanted to ensure that the donation from the Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation had a positive impact on the health and wellness of all Idaho residents.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better.

Dorothy Helen Bostwick Memorial Nursing Scholarship

The Dorothy Helen Bostwick Nursing Scholarship was established by Barbara Bostwick in 1993 as a memorial for her mother who died in 1991. Barbara Bostwick, a Registered Nurse, established the scholarship because she knew her mother took great pride in her own profession as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Her mother was a great believer in education and encouraged her children and grandchildren to continue their education past high school.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better and demonstrate financial need.

Emma Bowen & Violet Moore Endowed Scholarship

The Emma Bowen & Violet Moore Scholarship was established in 2004 by Gordon Bowen. Mr. Bowen wanted to memorialize his wife Emma and dear friend Violet and at the same time benefit undergraduate students in the Department of Nursing. Gordon, a Boise Junior College alumnus, and his daughter Mary Thode, created this endowment as a legacy in perpetuity.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better.

Neal A. and Dorothy Jedlick Broyles Nursing Scholarship

The Broyles Scholarship was established in 2003 by the widowed Dorothy Broyles. She wanted to provide for Idaho residents who are juniors or seniors enrolled in the Nursing Program at Boise State. A lifelong resident of Boise, Dorothy wanted to memorialize her husband who had been with the Boise Police Department.

Recipient must be an Idaho resident, have a GPA of 3.0 or better, and have junior or senior status.

Anna and Blanche Chaney Nursing Scholarship

Sisters Anna and Blanche Chaney grew up on a central Idaho family ranch. Both were graduates of St. Margaret’s School in Boise and then St. Luke’s Hospital School of Nursing. Blanche worked for the Veterans Administration until her induction into the U.S. Army Nurse Corps in 1943. She served in England during WWII. Following her 1946 discharge she worked in California. After returning to Boise she worked for many years as a nurse for the Pittenger Medical Clinic. This scholarship was established by their nephew, Phil Chaney, to honor their memories and the profession they both loved.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.5 or better and junior status.

Sharon Crim Memorial Nursing Scholarship

The Sharon Crim Memorial Nursing Scholarship was established in 1994 by Sharon's husband, John Crim and family. Sharon was a caring and compassionate R.N. Sharon was a Boise State University graduate and a nursing scholarship recipient. The Sharon Crim Scholarship was established to provide funding for non-traditional students to pursue a career as a Registered Nurse.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better and junior status.

Laura Moore Cunningham Foundation Scholarship

Laura Moore Cunningham Foundation scholarships were made available in 1990 as a result of a grant from the Laura Moore Cunningham Foundation. The Board of Directors of the Foundation were designated in 1963 in the will of Laura Moore Cunningham, daughter of C. W. Moore, a Boise pioneer and founder of West One Bank. The Board of Directors awards grants only to tax-exempt organizations within the State of Idaho to assist, equip, or provide for the maintenance of institutions for the advancement of learning.

Recipient must be an Idaho resident and GPA of 3.0 or better.

Paula Z. Davis Nursing Scholarship

The Paula Z. Davis Nursing Scholarship was established in June of 2006 in memory of Paula by her husband Perry E. Davis. It is for nursing students with priority consideration given to current employees of both Emerson House in Boise, Idaho and Guardian in Nampa, Idaho. Both these facilities took care of Paula during her final stages of life and the family was very impressed with the care and compassion of the employees. Paula's family recognizes the need for educated nurses and wanted to help others toward that goal, especially employees at those firms who want to pursue higher nursing education.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better and demonstrate financial need.

Phyllis DeBois Memorial Nursing Scholarship

The Phyllis DeBois Memorial Nursing Scholarship was established in 1991 in memory of her mother by daughter Pat Dorman. Dr. Pat Dorman is Professor Emeritus from the Department of Sociology at Boise State University. Mrs. DeBois recognized the great value of higher education. She was an avid reader and very conscious of health issues and nutrition. She taught courses on nutrition and was a member of the Ada County and State of Idaho Homemakers Extension Councils.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better and senior status.

Albert & Hazel DeMeyer Memorial Nursing Scholarship

The Albert and Hazel DeMeyer Memorial Nursing Scholarship was established in 1988 by their daughter Joanna “Jody” DeMeyer, RN. Albert and Hazel were partners in the farming and cattle business over a span of sixty years, and developed the Lazy D Ranches located on Cloverdale Road, Blacks Creek, and Big Fiddler. The scholarship was established to give others an opportunity in a profession of which their daughter was proud; and a profession that could help people in the Treasure Valley, where the DeMeyer had lived so long.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.5 or better and junior or senior status.

Friends of Nursing Jody DeMeyer Memorial Scholarship

This memorial scholarship was established in 2004 with gifts from current and past members of the BSU Friends of Nursing Board. Memorializing the Board's longtime leader was important to the Board in commemorating her dedication to the nursing field. Jody was a Boise State nursing faculty member in the 1950s and founded Friends of Nursing in 1988, whose mission is to raise scholarships for nursing students at Boise State. Jody also served as V.P. of Patient Care Services at St. Luke's and after 16 years of service retired in 1987.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better and enrolled full time in the Nursing Department.

Wretha Durst Memorial Nursing Scholarship

Wretha Elizabeth Stevens Durst was born in 1922 in Hartford, Kansas. As a depression‐era farm girl, she quickly learned the meaning of hard work, sacrifice, life of simple pleasures and caring for one’s family and neighbors. She carried these early childhood principles with her throughout her life. Wretha never had wealth that could be counted, but her treasure chest was, nonetheless, overflowing. Her riches were measured by the hundreds of people – young and old – for whom she showed compassion. Wretha was a nurse’s aid at the V.A. Hospital in the early 1940’s, before her marriage to Harry Durst. When she was widowed in 1962, at age 38 (and with five children), Wretha returned to her life’s calling. She learned to drive a car and was hired to work in Labor and Delivery at St. Alphonsus Hospital from the early 1960’s to the mid‐1970’s. Wretha aspired to take her career further, by becoming an LPN, but financial circumstances prevented her from achieving that dream. It is her family’s fondest hope that with this scholarship, many nurses will attain their dreams and embody Wretha’s legacy of kindness, caring and compassion for all.

"If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion…" Dalai Lama

Recipient must be a full or part time nursing student with a GPA of 3.0 or better, and demonstrate financial need.

Betty M. Fish Nursing Scholarship

The Betty M. Fish Nursing Scholarship was established by Betty Fish in her will upon her death in 1995. When the estate was settled in 1998, Betty’s brother, Walter Young, officially designated the criteria for this scholarship to Friends of Nursing.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better and demonstrate financial need.

Kathleen Good Memorial Nursing Scholarship

The Kathleen Good Memorial Nursing Scholarship was established in 1987 in memory of Kathleen by her husband, Arnold. Kathleen graduated from Saint Alphonsus Hospital School of Nursing. She worked as an RN at Saint Alphonsus Hospital, St. Luke's Hospital, and hospitals in Kentucky, Wisconsin, Oregon, and Washington, D.C. She helped organize and direct the first hospital volunteer services in Idaho and was chairman of the first Idaho Disaster Committee. Mrs. Good served on the Board of the American Red Cross and the Red Cross Blood Committee and organized the first Candy Striper program in Idaho. Arnold served on the Board of Directors of the Friends of Nursing until his death in 2003. Their children continue to support this scholarship in support of nursing education.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better.

Anna Budge Graham Nursing Scholarship

Anna Naser Budge Graham was born on a ranch north of Fairfield. After high school, she entered nurse’s training at St. Luke’s Hospital in 1943 (during World War II) where she studied and worked 6-1/2 days a week. After graduating and passing the State Boards, she was hired at St. Luke’s Hospital. In 1953 she married Dr. Bruce Budge. Along with his private practice, Dr. Budge taught at Boise State and was also the BSU athletic team doctor for many years. They had one daughter, Ann, who studied pharmacology in college, but passed away at age 22. In 1987, fifteen years after Dr. Budge passed away, Anna married Idaho native Chester Graham who also grew up in Fairfield. He passed away in 2001. The Anna Budge Graham Nursing Scholarship was established in 2000 through the generosity of Chester and Anna Graham.

Recipient must have a GPA of 2.7 or better and demonstrate financial need.

Richard and Elsie Grant Nursing Scholarship

The Richard and Elsie Grant Charitable Trust made a grant to Boise State University to fund nursing scholarships in 2007. We are grateful to the Grant Trust for this very generous gift.

Recipient must be a full or part time nursing student and demonstrate financial need.

Luella Glasgow Hendryx Scholarship

Luella Glasgow Hendryx graduated from Buhl High School in 1923 and married Odus J. Glasgow in 1925. She worked with her husband in the tire distribution business, purchasing a distribution center and moving to Boise in 1934. They retired in 1958 and Mr. Glasgow passed away a few years later. Luella and James W. Hendryx were married in 1982. Luella was very active in the community. She held leadership positions in many groups including The Order of the Eastern Star, Daughters of the Nile, All Saints Episcopal Church Guild, PEO Sisterhood and Jobs Daughters. Mrs. Hendryx passed away in December 2002.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better.

Mary M. Hopkins Memorial Nursing Scholarship

Evan J. Hopkins, as a memorial to his wife established the Mary M. Hopkins Memorial Nursing Scholarship in 1999. Their three sons, one daughter, daughter-in-law, and two grandsons attended Boise Junior College, Boise State College and Boise State University.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better, junior or senior status, be an Idaho resident and demonstrate financial need.

Zachery Perry Hurst Memorial Nursing Scholarship

To remember and honor the brief life of Zachery Perry Hurst (May 13, 2006 ‐ May 15, 2006) his grandparents, Annette and Robert Hurst created this nursing scholarship. In addition, they wish to pay tribute to the faith and courage of Zacheryʹs parents Perry and Valerie Hurst. During his brief life Zacheryʹs mother, Valerie, was a student in the nursing department at Boise State University. Life is precious and we should honor and serve each other daily. Nursing is a privileged profession in which one can honor and serve individuals as they cope with issues of living and dying. The Hebrew meaning of Zach is, "Remembered by God." We too remember Zach!

Recipient must be a full or part time nursing student.

Idaho Association of Nurse Anesthetists Scholarship

This scholarship was created in May 2007 by members of the Idaho Association of Nurse Anesthetists. They presented a check to Boise State University representatives at their annual state convention here in Boise. The fund is earmarked for those interested in pursuing a career as a nurse anesthetist.

Recipient must be a full time nursing student.

Margaret Graham Iseli Nursing Endowment

Margaret Graham Iseli completed nurse’s training at Multnomah County Hospital in Portland, Oregon in 1933. She served in the Army Nurse’s Corp and served in WWII in France and North Africa. After her discharge from the service, Margaret moved to Bend, Oregon with her husband, raised her daughter, Kirsten and worked in many realms of nursing for the ensuing 35 years. She taught the first practical nursing program at Central Oregon Community College in Bend and was the first director of the Home Health Agency in Deschutes County in Central Oregon. Her daughter, Kirsten, also became a registered nurse and established this scholarship in 2001 in honor of her mother.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better, junior or senior status, be an Idaho resident and demonstrate financial need.

Doris A. Kelly Memorial Nursing Scholarship

The Doris A. Kelly Memorial Nursing Scholarship was established through her estate in November 1989. Doris was Associate Professor of Nursing at BSU for 28 years. She established the scholarship in her will to honor her profession by assisting students pursuing nursing careers. Doris obtained a baccalaureate degree from the University of Denver and a Masters of Nursing from the University of Washington. She worked as an office nurse, staff nurse, Army Head Nurse, and as a Public Health Nurse before joining the nursing faculty at Boise State University.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better.

Dorothea Kunert Memorial Nursing Scholarship

Erhardt Kunert established the Dorothea Kunert Memorial Nursing Scholarship in 1992 in memory of his wife. After an active and healthy life as a homemaker and a mother of three daughters, Dorothea died of breast cancer. It was her wish that instead of spending money on funeral expenses, her family would establish a scholarship. Because there are a number of nurses in their family, the Kunerts chose to establish the scholarship for nursing students at Boise State University.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.5 or better and junior status.

Lucile LeRoy Memorial Nursing Scholarship

Lucile LeRoy Memorial Nursing Scholarship was established by Lucile in 1986 prior to her death. Lucile graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1934 with a Bachelors Degree in Nursing, at that time an exceedingly rare achievement. Lucile had a genuine love for her profession and wanted to share the opportunity for caring people to become involved. Lucile wanted to make the way easier for those nursing students needing financial help.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better.

Lojek Family Nursing Scholarship

The Lojek Family Nursing Scholarship was established in 1992 by Don and Cecelia Lojek. Primary selection of this award is based upon aptitude for and dedication to the nursing profession and a desire to concentrate in the specialty of medical/surgical nursing in a hospital setting. Don is a Boise attorney and Cecelia is a Registered Nurse.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.1 or better, junior or senior status, and demonstrate financial need.

Jodie Long and Veronica Loucks Nursing Scholarship

Jodie Long established this scholarship in 2007. It is named for her and her best friend, Veronica “Roni” Loucks. Jodie created this fund as a way of helping students who are struggling financially, to complete their nursing education. She is a very private person who believes that her life has been blessed and this is a way she can give back. Jodie insists she gets a big “high” from being able to do this and that assisting others is “the right thing to do.” Jodie chose nursing education because she credits Roni and other nurses like her with saving her life on more than one occasion.

Recipients must be a full time nursing student, demonstrate financial need, and be either a junior or senior in the bachelor’s program with the minimum required GPA, or be a student in the master’s program with a 3.0 GPA or better.

Sara Evelyn Morrow Nursing Scholarship

Walter Morrow and his aunt, Vera Marie Morrow, established this scholarship in 2003 in memory of Sara Evelyn, Vera's daughter. The family thought it very important to help those who are working hard to be successful, including single parents enrolled in the Nursing program as juniors or seniors. Sara exemplified those characteristics and memorializing her in this fashion was very befitting.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.25 or better, junior or senior status, and demonstrate financial need.

The John F. Nagel Foundation Nursing Scholarships

Since 1990, the late Mildred E. Nagel, a Registered Nurse, and the other board members of the Foundation have sponsored nursing scholarships. The John F. Nagel Foundation is a private foundation formed in 1989, by Mildred E. Nagel, in memory of the founder of Nagel Beverage Co., John Henry Eberhardt Nagel, and the succeeding presidents of the company, John F. Nagel, Jr. and John F. Nagel II. The Nagel Beverage Company was founded in 1895 in Boise, and has operated continuously as a soft drink bottling company. An objective of the Foundation is to provide assistance to deserving students.

Recipients must have a GPA of 3.0 or better and monies are divided between the AS and BS Nursing Programs.

Norco I Nursing Scholarship

The Norco Nursing Scholarships were established in the spring of 2006 by Jim Kissler, owner of Norco, and the Kissler Family Foundation to assist students pursuing careers in nursing. Norco is a distributor of medical oxygen and equipment for patient care.

Recipient must have a GPA of 2.75 or better.

Norco II Nursing Scholarship

The Norco I & II Nursing Scholarships were established to provide financial support for undergraduate nursing students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in nursing. Mr. Jim Kissler, originator of these scholarship endowments, recognizes the value of a strong, educated nursing force.

Recipient must have a GPA of 2.75 or better.

Norco III Nursing Scholarship

The Norco III Nursing Scholarship was established in the spring of 2006 by Jim Kissler and the Kissler Family Foundation to assist students pursuing a master’s in nursing degree.

Recipient must have a GPA of 2.75 or better.

Nursing General Scholarship

The Department of Nursing Academic Scholarship is aligned with our mission to foster intellectual development and excellence in nursing education through teaching, learning, scholarship and service. The scholarship recipient exemplifies stellar academic achievement.

Recipient must be enrolled in the Department of Nursing, and have a GPA of 3.0 or better. The award will alternate between the Bachelor program and the Graduate program.

 

Nursing General Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the Friends of Nursing to assist high scholastic students on their pursuit of a Nursing degree. The Department of Nursing acknowledges the efforts and contributions of the Friends of Nursing to its students.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better.

William C. and Mary H. O’Leary Nursing Scholarship

Joan Faye Robertson established this scholarship in 2007 to honor the memories of the O’Learys. It is designated for students in their first year of the nursing program. We sincerely appreciate the donor’s generosity in making this important gift.

Recipients must be full or part time nursing students with GPAs of 3.0 or better, and must demonstrate financial need.

Ed and Jeanne Osborne Nursing Scholarship

The Ed and Jeanne Osborne Nursing Scholarship was established in December, 2008. Ed was a founding director of Boise State University Friends of Nursing – established in 1988 to help address a nursing shortage. An early goal was to raise $1,000,000 to fund scholarships to help enrollment. This goal has been far exceeded but registered nurses are still in great demand. Steady population growth in Idaho coupled with increased longevity are two major factors. Ed was actively involved in health care as a director of Blue Cross of Idaho, St. Alphonsus Medical Center and its parent, Holy Cross Health System. Ed and Jeanne wish to help address health quality in Idaho for years to come.

Recipient must have a 3.0 GPA or better, have junior, senior or graduate student status, and be enrolled in the Department of Nursing.

 

 

Edmund and Alice Palmatier: Memorial Nursing Scholarship, Graduate Nursing Scholarship, & Honors Nursing Scholarship

Three scholarships are available to nursing students, including one for Honor students and one for students pursuing a graduate degree. The Edmund and Alice Palmatier Memorial Nursing Scholarships were established through Alice’s estate. Alice R. Palmatier (1903 ‐ 1991) and her husband Ed (Edmund) were ranchers who purchased four small acreages of land in the desert southeast of Boise which was used for summer range. The Palmatiers owned this land for about fifty years. Alice worked shoulder to shoulder with Ed and the ranch workers. She was a member of the Idaho Cattle Association Cowbells for many years. The scholarships were established because Alice was impressed with the nursing care given to her husband while he was a patient at the Boise VA Medical Center.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better. Graduate Program recipient must have a GPA of 3.5 or better.

Anna Marie Barnes Payne Memorial Scholarship

The Anna Marie Barnes Payne Memorial Nursing Scholarship was established in 1993. Mrs. Payne was born in 1923 in Seattle, Washington. She had dreamed of being a nurse, but after the war she married, moved to California, and began raising a family of five children. She went to work in California as a medical assistant and remained in that profession throughout her working life. She did anything she could to ensure that her children were raised to value education. Anna's children have gone on to flourish with that value for education instilled in them by their mother. Anna's value for education is the reason her children established a scholarship in her memory. It is their desire that their mother's generosity in life be memorialized by the granting of a scholarship in her name to a deserving nursing student.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better and express a desire to work in oncology nursing.

Martha S. Reese Nursing Scholarship

The Martha S. Reese Nursing Scholarship was established in 1997 by her daughter, Phyllis Redding, who worked in the medical profession for 45 years.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0, junior or senior status, be working on a BS and demonstrate financial need.

Edna Reutzel Memorial Nursing Scholarship

The Edna Irene Kuster Reutzel Memorial Nursing Scholarship was established in 1992 as a memorial by her daughter and family. Edna's dream was always to be a nurse but she never realized this dream. She raised four stepchildren and three children of her own. One of her daughters graduated from Boise State Nursing Program in 1973.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 and demonstrate financial need.

Gordon Ross Medical Foundation

Thanks to the generous contribution of this Foundation, this is the seventh year the Gordon Ross Medical Foundation Scholarships are available to Boise State University nursing students.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0, junior or senior status, and demonstrate financial need.

St. Luke’s Medical Staff Scholarship for Nursing Excellence

Members of the medical staff at St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center joined together in 2006 to establish this scholarship fund. They directed awards be made based on academic merit and demonstrated clinical excellence.

Diana Burleigh Sparks Nursing Endowed Scholarship

Diana Lee Oberbillig Burleigh Sparks was born May 14, 1946, in Stibnite, ID. She died May 8, 2002, from the lifelong complications of Type 1 diabetes. She was a 1968 graduate of Boise Junior College with a degree in nursing. She earned a bachelor of science in 1980 at the University of San Francisco and later, a Master’s in Education from the University of Idaho. Following her death, her husband and family established an endowed scholarship to honor both her commitment to nursing and to celebrate her life.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0.

Harvey and Helen Springer Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship is to honor the parents of Pamela J. Springer. Neither Harvey nor Helen graduated from college, yet they raised their daughter to know that college was always a part of her future. Harvey and Helen supported their daughter and celebrated with her through four college degrees; the final one being a PhD. Harvey and Helen were so proud when their daughter chose to become a college professor; a profession both believed to be an honor. This scholarship will help to enable another nursing student to realize the dream of completing advanced nursing education and giving back to the profession by becoming a nursing professor.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.25 or better.

Madge McBride Stacy Memorial Nursing Scholarship

The Madge McBride Stacy Memorial Nursing Scholarship was established by her estate and her nephew, Patrick McBride in 1994. Madge McBride Stacy was born in 1919 at Hoyt, Colorado. She was the daughter of Henry Leigh and Allie Rose McBride. Madge graduated from Boise High School in 1937. She was a secretary for the Ada County Extension Services from 1961 until 1981, when she retired.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0.

Stemmler Family Nursing Scholarship

Brandy Stemmler graduated from Baylor University School of Nursing with a BSN in 1993. She worked at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, TX and Duke University Health System in Durham, NC. She is currently employed at St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center in the surgical ICU. Dr. Bertram Stemmler is a radiologist at Intermountain Medical Imaging and St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center. Both have always had a strong commitment to healthcare. Their experience in the profession helped them recognize and appreciate the integral role nurses play in patient care. By funding this scholarship, they hope to promote and encourage dedicated individuals to succeed in this field.

Recipient must be a full or part time nursing student with junior or senior status and a GPA of 3.0 or better.

Stirn Memorial Scholarship

The Stirn Memorial Scholarship, established in 2003 by Georgia and Jim Girvan, honors Georgia’s parents, Elmer and Betty Stirn. Betty, a Registered Nurse, received her baccalaureate degree in nursing from Kansas State University. She served in the Navy as a nurse during World War II and practiced for many years in hospitals in Tacoma, Washington. Elmer was also a veteran of World War II where he served in the U S Army. Both Betty and Elmer valued education and encouraged their daughters and son to obtain a college education.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better, junior or senior status, be a full time nursing student, and demonstrate financial need.

Hilary Straub Memorial Nursing Scholarship

Hilary was born in Selma, Alabama in April 1947 to Arthur and Edith Van Buskirk. Her father was an Air Force officer and, as a result, the family lived in various places along the east coast. Swimming and the Girl Scouts were her favorite activities as a girl. In 1961 Arthur was posted to Turkey and Hilary spent her high school years immersed in a foreign culture and attended the American School in Ankara. The service attitude of the Girl Scouts led to becoming a “Candy Striper” hospital volunteer and the plan to become a nurse. The family returned to the United States in 1965 to settle in Florida. Hilary implemented her nursing dream and earned her Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from the University of Florida in 1969. Along the way she met and married Robert Straub, another child of the military, and her husband for 41 years. Bob’s military service and later work at the Interagency Fire Center brought them to the West and then Boise in 1974. After about ten years of clinical nursing practice Hilary joined the BSU nursing facility. She taught at BSU for 22 years. Along the way 8 summer terms were spent away earning a Master’s degree in Education from Indiana University and a Doctorate in Nursing from the University of Texas, Austin. Her service work extended beyond nursing to include Mountain Search and Rescue, American Red Cross, and the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill. This scholarship was established in 2008 by Hilary’s friends, family, and the faculty of the BSU School of Nursing.

Recipient must be enrolled in the Department of Nursing, have a GPA of 3.0 or better, and be in their sophomore year or higher or be in the Graduate Nursing Program. Preference will be given to those who have served or are currently serving in any branch of the armed services or those whose parents served in the military.

Helen Sutherland Nursing Scholarship

Helen Sutherland was the single mother of three boys. This scholarship was established in 2007 to help single parents pursue higher education. Because of the affectionate care she received in multiple healthcare facilities after suffering a stroke, and the knowledge that there is a looming nursing shortage in our nation, Helen’s sons established a nursing scholarship to honor her life and spirit. The scholarship is intended for single parents seeking a nursing degree at BSU, with preference given to single mothers.

Recipient must be a full time nursing student and demonstrate financial need. Preference will be given to single mothers caring for at least one child in their home.

Harold W. Swartley Nursing Scholarship

The Harold W. Swartley Nursing Scholarship was established in June 2008. A contributor to the General Nursing Scholarship fund for several years previous, Harold created this endowed fund to assure that there would continue to be scholarship awards for years to come. His first gift was in response to a Public Service Announcement, created by the Boise State Friends of Nursing, which suggested that everyone would need a nurse at some point in their life. Harold took it to heart and began supporting education for nursing students at Boise State University.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better and be enrolled in the Department of Nursing. Preference will be given to single mothers.

Mae Swinehart Memorial Nursing Scholarship

Dr. Loy Swinehart established the Mae Swinehart Memorial Nursing Scholarship in 2001. Mae graduated from the University of Washington with a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing in 1940. She worked as an emergency room nurse in Seattle and Chicago before moving to Boise in 1947. Mae was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 1966, but remained a devoted wife and mother until her death in 1993.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 and freshman status.

Clair F. and Zita A. Vahey Memorial Nursing Scholarship

The Clair F. and Zita A. Vahey Memorial Nursing Scholarship was established by Dr. JoAnn T. Vahey (Professor, Department of Nursing) and her family, John and Robert Vahey and Mary G. Vahey DeStephano, in honor of their parents to provide an opportunity for women to earn a baccalaureate degree in nursing. Neither Clair nor Zita had the opportunity to attend college because of limited finances. Both, however, used every means possible to educate themselves as well as their children and to assist others to gain an education.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0, junior status and demonstrate financial need.

Mary VanVacter Memorial Nursing Scholarship

The Mary VanVacter Memorial Nursing Scholarship was established in 1990 by her daughter, Dale VanVacter Angers, retired Major in the U.S. Army, to provide opportunity for today's women to pursue a career in nursing. Mary did not have the opportunity to pursue any formal nursing education. She did use every learning opportunity available to her so that she could care for the sick in her family and in the community.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better, junior status, and demonstrate financial need.

Helen Pettet Wright Nursing Scholarship

The Helen Pettet Wright Nursing Scholarship was established in August 2002 by Helen Pettet Wright, a native Idahoan, through her will. Helen was a registered nurse graduating from St. Luke’s Hospital Nurse Training School in 1939. Most of Helen’s professional career was spent in the Washington and California working in hospitals and physician’s offices. She returned to Idaho upon her retirement in 1980 to be near her family. Helen was aware of the great need for registered nurses and felt that many would need financial assistance to accomplish their goal.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better and demonstrate financial need.

Department of Radiologic Sciences

Gary Craychee Memorial Scholarship

Dr. Walter and Greg Craychee established the Gary Craychee Memorial Scholarship in 1995. This scholarship honors Dr. Gary Craychee, education supporter and former Department of Radiology Assistant Professor. Dr. Craychee received his master’s degree from North Dakota State University and his doctoral degree from the University of Iowa. He taught at BSU for eight years. He died in 1989, shortly after accepting a position at the University of Kuwait.

Recipients must be full-time students enrolled in the Radiologic Sciences Department and have a GPA of 3.0 or better. Selected students must demonstrate success, both academically and clinically..

Dr. James Mack Radiologic Tech Memorial Scholarship

The Mack Radiologic Tech Memorial Scholarship was established in 1989. The Dr. James Mack Memorial/ Saint Alphonsus Radiology Group Scholarship honors the memory of Dr. James Mack. Dr. Mack was a prominent member of the Saint Alphonsus Radiology Group and the first Medical Director for the Radiologic Sciences Program. Saint Alphonsus Radiology Group honors him with this endowment. Students receiving this scholarship must be accepted into the Radiologic Sciences Program and show academic success.

Recipient must be a full‐time student enrolled in the Department of Radiologic Sciences and have a GPA of 3.0 or better.

MRI Center of Idaho Student Scholarship

The MRI Student Scholarship was established in 2000 by the MRI Center of Idaho/MRI Mobile, Idaho’s oldest and largest provider of MRI services. The scholarship is designed to promote the Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) specialty within the radiologic sciences field while also assisting a qualified student in reaching his or her academic and career goals in MRI.

Recipients must be accepted into the MRI program, have GPAs of 3.0 or better, and must submit a letter outlining their academic achievements and career goals.

Anna Mae O’Reilly Memorial Scholarship

Anna Mae O'Reilly, a dedicated 6th grade teacher, inspired her students to learn and to acquire a strong foundation in education. Entering her “no-nonsense” classroom, students were recipients of her integrity, caring and professional excellence. Through the years, she received countless letters from former students relating their progress, sharing family photographs, and expressing their appreciation. We honor Mother and Grandmother, Anna Mae O'Reilly, by honoring students who demonstrate enthusiasm for the opportunity to attend Boise State University, and are committed to furthering their education: Ronald O'Reilly, M.D.; Kevin O'Reilly, Ph.D.; Brin O'Reilly, Ph.D.; Kirk O'Reilly, Ph.D.; Tara O'Reilly, Ph.D., and Molly, Gage, and Olivia Mae O'Reilly.

Recipients must be in pursuit of a Bachelors degree (after acquiring an Associates of Science degree). Selection criteria to be based on scholastic achievement, performance during clinical site rotations and demonstration of an “enthusiasm to learn.”

Drs. Brin and Ron O’Reilly Radiologic Sciences Scholarship

The Drs. Brin and Ron O’Reilly Scholarship was established in 2004 by James and Georgia Girvan as the Dean’s Scholarship for Radiologic Sciences. It was renamed in 2007 in honor of the O’Reilly’s contributions to health sciences programs at Boise State University. Dr. Brin O’Reilly has enjoyed careers in both journalism and counseling. She was the editor of the medical journal Contemporary Surgery and currently is a licensed clinical counselor and a member of the Association of Personal Historians. From 1981 until his retirement in 1994, Dr. Ron O’Reilly was the Chief of the Division of Nuclear Medicine and the Medical Director of the Breast Care Center at Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise. Dr. O, as he is fondly referred to by the students and faculty, joined the College of Health Sciences at Boise State University in 1994 as an affiliate faculty. He volunteers his time to share a radiologist’s perspective of film interpretation with radiography and respiratory care students. He has also been a strong advocate for the faculty and programs offered by the Radiologic Sciences Department.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better and demonstrate financial need.

Connie Petersen Computed Tomography Radiological Science Scholarship

The Connie Petersen Computed Tomography Radiological Science Scholarship was established in 2001. Connie Petersen has held the position of Computed Tomography Technologist since 1989 and has had the opportunity to teach in the Boise State University Computed Tomography and Radiologic Science programs since 1993. The experience of working with radiology students and observing their excitement in offering quality patient care inspired Connie Petersen to offer this scholarship. It is her desire to assist in the education of outstanding students, who have a desire to embrace new technology and who will be an asset to the profession of Computed Tomography Technologists.

Recipients must be accepted to the Computed Tomography program and possess GPAs of 3.0 or better. Selected students must demonstrate success both clinically and academically.

Primary Health Medical Group Radiology Scholarship

Primary Health Medical Group established this scholarship for second year students in the professional component of the Radiography Program in the College of Health Sciences.

Recipient must be enrolled full time and be entering the second year of the professional component of the Radiography Program.

Radiologic Science Alumni Scholarship

The Radiologic Science Alumni Scholarship was established in 2006 by an alumnus of the Boise State University Radiologic Sciences Program. Donations from previous graduates of the BSU Radiologic Sciences Program were collected, and are still being solicited, in an effort to provide scholarships for current students in the program. This effort is an attempt to offset a portion of the financial burden associated with higher education.

Recipient must be full‐time student enrolled in the Radiologic Sciences Department possessing a GPA of 3.0 or better. Applicants must submit a 500 word essay discussing their educational goals.

Department of Respiratory Care

Jason and Shirley Ashworth Memorial Respiratory Care Scholarship

The Jason and Shirley Ashworth Memorial Respiratory Care Scholarship was initiated in 2008 to honor Jay and Shirley for their support of their children, grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and many friends and relatives. Jay and Shirley were wonderful mentors who instilled in their children the love for family, the value of education, the importance of long‐term goals and the confidence to pursue these goals. Their support of, and belief in, their children was unwavering. Jay and Shirley were actively involved in community service organizations including the American Legion, Veteran’s of Foreign Wars, 40 and 8, BPO Elks, BPO Does, Easter Seal Society, Mental Health Association of Idaho Falls and serving as the Registrar for the elections. They demonstrated a strong commitment to each of these activities and helped instill in their children the importance of giving of oneself for the betterment of others.

Gail Bishop Memorial Respiratory Therapy Scholarship

The scholarship is granted under an endowment established by the Ada County Medical Society Alliance to honor Gail Bishop who was Past President of the Alliance. This scholarship program was established in 1983.

Recipients must be full-time students entering the third or fourth year of the respiratory therapy program and have a GPA of 2.8 or better.

Marjorie Dittrich Respiratory Care Scholarship

The Marjorie Dittrich Respiratory Care Scholarship was established by Drs. Bill and Mary Dittrich in honor of his mother, Marjorie Dittrich. The scholarship is to be awarded each year to a Respiratory Care student. As Dr. Dittrich said, “This scholarship has been established in memory of the best teacher I ever had, and the most compassionate and giving person I ever knew.”

Recipient must be a full-time student, a sophomore or junior, have a GPA of 2.75 or better, and demonstrate financial need.

Delores DeLawyer Memorial Respiratory Care Scholarship

The Delores DeLawyer Memorial Respiratory Care Scholarship was initiated in 2009 to honor Delores for her support of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Delores was devoted to her family and stayed at home to raise her children. As a stay at home mother, Delores was able to volunteer countless hours working with the English-as-a-second language program. After her children were grown, Delores returned to the work force and finished an eighteen year career as a loan officer for Farmer’s Home Administration. Delores thoroughly enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She instilled in her grandchildren a sense of responsibility to the community and was always supportive of their endeavors. Delores was selfless in helping others and has passed on this trait to her children and grandchildren.

Faculty and Staff Respiratory Care Scholarship

Established in 2008 to support the educational goals of Respiratory Care students, the Faculty and Staff Respiratory Care Scholarship recognizes the promise of students engaged in learning, research and community involvement. The goal of this scholarship is to enable students to reach their full potential. The scholarship is funded by contributions from the faculty and staff in the Department of Respiratory Care.

Recipient must be enrolled full time in the Department of Respiratory Care.

Idaho Pulmonary Associates Respiratory Care Scholarship

Idaho Pulmonary Associates is a group of 13 physicians specializing in pulmonary disease, critical care medicine and sleep disorders. Started in 1989, the physicians have been critical to development of Respiratory Care in the Treasure Valley. The physicians serve the community in many ways including as medical directors of Respiratory Care at Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center, at St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center, and at Boise State University, as well as medical directors of three sleep disorders centers. The physicians also recently opened a second clinic and 8‐bed sleep laboratory in Meridian, which will be certified by the U.S. Green Building Council as one of the first environmentally efficient medical offices in Idaho. The physicians in Idaho Pulmonary Associates are an essential part of the critical care units in the area, providing intensive care to the sickest patients. They are leaders in research and recognized for the state‐of‐the‐art care they provide for their patients. They provide on‐going education for respiratory therapists, nurses, and physicians through lectures, patient rounds, and bed‐side clinical teaching.

Recipient must be enrolled full time in the Department of Respiratory Care, have a GPA of 2.75 or better, and demonstrate financial need.

The ISRC Shirley Gossi Thimsen Memorial Scholarship

The ISRC Shirley Gossi Thimsen Memorial Scholarship was established in 2007 in honor of Shirley Gossi Thimsen. It is awarded each year to a Respiratory Care student. Shirley began her college education and career at the age of 40, after being a stay at home mom with five children. Upon receiving her degree in Respiratory Therapy from Boise State, she was one of the first respiratory therapists in Idaho. During her professional career of more than 30 years, she served the community in many ways. She started the Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Department at the Elks Rehabilitation Hospital, was a respiratory care instructor at Boise State University and served on the Medical Advisory Board for more than 30 years. With her gentle manner, she taught us how to listen to patients and treat them as family. Shirley was completely dedicated and one of the best in her field. She held education as a high priority. One of her many goals was to support others in obtaining their educational goals.

Recipient must be enrolled full time in the Department of Respiratory Care, be in his/her sophomore year or later, and have a GPA of 2.5 or better.

Kissler Family Foundation Scholarship

The Kissler Family Foundation Scholarship was established and first awarded in 1992. Larry Kissler, the founder of Norco, is a long time supporter and friend of respiratory care. This scholarship was developed to assist with the educational expenses of students who show great promise in furthering the profession of respiratory care.

Recipient must be enrolled full‐time, have at least a 3.0 GPA and possess a great desire to enhance the profession of Respiratory Care. Priority is granted to an Idaho resident who is entering the third year of the respiratory therapy program.

Merrick Family Respiratory Care Scholarship

The Merrick Family Respiratory Care Scholarship was established in 2006 by David and Kay Merrick. It is awarded each year to a full‐time student enrolled in Respiratory Care. Dr. Merrick was one of the first pulmonologists in the Treasure Valley. He served the medical community in many ways, including serving as the Medical Director of Respiratory Care at St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center for many years. He also served as the Medical Director of the Respiratory Care Program at Boise State for more than 30 years. During that time period he taught the respiratory therapists, nurses and physicians more than pulmonary medicine; he taught them how to provide effective medical care with the compassion and the gentleness he displayed with his patients. Dr. and Mrs. Merrick were also instrumental in the establishment of the Gail Bishop Memorial Respiratory Therapy Scholarship.

Recipient must be enrolled in the Respiratory Therapy program and be registered for a minimum of eight credits while receiving the award.

Dr. David K. and Kay Merrick Scholarship

The David K. Merrick Scholarship was established in 2005 by James and Georgia Girvan to honor the contributions made by Dr. and Mrs. Merrick. It is awarded each year to a full‐time student enrolled in Respiratory Care. For more than 30 years, Dr. David K. Merrick played a leading role in the health care of the community and education of health care professionals in the Boise Valley. He was a leading pulmonologist whose number one concern was to provide high‐quality patient care. He taught respiratory therapists, nurses and physicians how to practice state‐of‐the‐art medical care, while still keeping the patient as a person the primary focus. Dr. Merrick served as the Medical Director of the Boise State University Respiratory Care Program for more than 30 years teaching one or two, two or three credit, Pulmonary Medicine courses each year. This required taking time out of his practice, every week, to work with students. In addition, he was an outstanding clinician and educator at the patient’s bedside teaching the staff how to “see the big picture”. A mentor for more than 500 respiratory therapists, and countless nurses and physicians, Dr. Merrick’s demeanor, patient advocacy and pursuit of excellence in health care have left an indelible mark on our community. Mrs. Merrick was involved with the community in many ways, including the Medical Alliance through which she was instrumental in establishing the Gail Bishop Memorial Respiratory Therapy Scholarship. Kay is also the past president of St. Luke’s Auxiliary, Ada County Medical Alliance, and Idaho Medical Alliance.

Recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or better and demonstrate financial need.