The mission of the Ada Council for the Arts is the encourage artistic expression in all of its forms and to enhance, through the arts, the quality of life in our community. To that end the Council has determine to sponsor and support local education in the arts. The...

This fellowship was initiated by Alan “Poppy” Workman and his son,Steven Alan Workman, in honor of Kim "Schmidty"Schmidt ‘88 & ’00. The inspiration for this fellowship came from Alan and Steven and their family’s passion for supporting education. Alan and his wife...

Established by Alena Zachery-Ross ‘95. The Alena E. Zachary-Ross ’95 and Quinton Ross Muskegon Heights Scholarship was established by Alena Zachery-Ross ’95 and Quinton Ross. Alena graduated from Grand Valley State University (GVSU) in 1995 with degrees in psychology...

The Daphne Siegel Memorial PATHWAY Scholarship has been established by Alexis P. Siegel ‘14, in loving memory of her childhood dog, Daphne. Alexis wants to provide a resource for students facing similar circumstances she experienced as a student and to honor her...

The Alison McManus Walters ‘73 Fostering Success Scholarship was established in 2016 by Alison McManus Walters ’73. Alison earned a Bachelor of Arts with a double major in English and German, and a teacher certificate from Grand Valley State University (GVSU) in...

Established by Allison “Allie” J. Oosta ‘11 out of gratitude for the education she received in the Department of Writing at Grand Valley State University (GVSU). Allie graduated with the department’s distinction in writing honor and was involved as a leader in many...

Maria I. Perez started her life in Puerto Rico. As a teenager, she moved to New York City where she worked in the cafeteria for The French Hospital in Chelsea. She would gaze upon the nurses’ crisp, white caps and uniforms and longed to wear the same uniform. Being...

The Gregg K. Dimkoff Finance Scholarship was established by alumni, colleagues and friends of Gregg K. Dimkoff to honor more than 40 years of excellence in education and inspiration to students studying finance, accounting, and economics.

The Michael F. Young ’90, ’94 Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Michael f. Young to continue his legacy of leadership in Rockford, Michigan. Michael earned both his bachelors and masters degrees in Public Administration, and was a member of the...

The Hispanic Scholarship fund was established in 1992 but in October 2015, the scholarship was renamed by the Committee to Honor Cesar E. Chavez to honor the leadership of Lupe Ramos-Montigny ’79. Lupe Ramos-Montigny (D-Grand Rapids) is no stranger to hard work. Born...

To honor their 50th reunion, the Class of 1968 established the Class of 1968 Endowed Scholarship to assist students with the cost of a Grand Valley Education and to create a lasting legacy at Grand Valley State University (GVSU).

APICS The Association for Operations Management is the global leader and premier source of the body of knowledge in supply chain and operations management including production, inventory, materials management, purchasing, and logistics. Since 1957, individuals and...

Established by Andrew S. Abler ’78 in gratitude for the education he received at Grand Valley State University (GVSU) and in honor of his friend, Dr. Anthony J. Nieuwkoop, retired professor of Biomedical Sciences at GVSU. Andrew graduated from GVSU with a Bachelor of...

The Ann M. Dilley Jewelry/Metalsmithing Scholarship was established to honor Ann M. Dilley and her passion for the metalsmithing arts. Ann has been taking metalsmithing courses led by Beverly Seley at Grand Valley State University for more than 35 years. Ann’s...

Anita and Edward Bikowitz established the Grand Day at a Time Scholarship to make education more accessible to students with little or no means to pursue a four year degree. Anita did not have the means to attend college and did not qualify for any financial...

Anne Hiskes initiated The Brooks College Scholarship for Study Abroad on behalf of faculty and friends of the Brooks College of Interdisciplinary Studies. Brooks College offers a wide variety of opportunities for students to enrich their lives and support them in...

A fund was created by the Annual Giving team in University Development for alumni and friends of Grand Valley State University to support students who are the first in their family to earn a four-year degree.

This scholarship was established by an anonymous donor to make a Grand Valley State University education accessible to prospective students with the greatest financial obstacles to overcome. This families’ wishes are to assist a few deserving students from Kent...

Established by Anonymous out of gratitude for the benefits her education has afforded her, and to honor the memory of her parents.

Established by Anonymous out of gratitude for the benefits her education has afforded her, and to honor the memory of her parents.

Established by Anonymous out of gratitude for the benefits her education offered her, and to honor the memory of her parents.

This scholarship is created to offer students an opportunity to expand their horizons through studying abroad. It is the intent of the donors that these students participate and fully immerse themselves in a Grand Valley State University study abroad program.

The ARAMARK Student Excellence Endowed Scholarship was established by ARAMARK and GVSU Campus Dining to celebrate 25 years of service to Grand Valley State University. The purpose is to assist deserving students with the costs of a Grand Valley education. ARAMARK...

Mr. Blood is a proud graduate of the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University and wishes to establish this fund out of gratitude for the benefits his education afforded him. Mr. Blood earned both a bachelors and masers in business administration...

This scholarship was created to honor retiring Grand Valley State University President Lubbers and his wife, Nancy, and was the result of an extensive fund-raising effort made among the greater constituency of the University. President Lubbers’ dream and long-term...

This scholarship was created by Dr. Arnold C. Ott and Mrs. Marion P. Ott to honor Ms. Hilda C. Holder for her professional and personal service to the Otts for over forty years. Honoring Hilda with this scholarship is an expression of the Otts’ love for her and their...

The purposes of the scholarship are to support graduate education in business, to commemorate the business careers of A. Scott and Ruth P. Koeze, and to continue the Koeze Family’s long-standing support of Grand Valley State University. Ruth Koeze grew up in Grand...

Established by the Athletic Training Student Organization, Iota Tau Alpha, on behalf of past members of the organization.

Autocam Medical Engineering Scholarship was established by Autocam Medical Corporation under the leadership of President John C. Kennedy. Autocam Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of high-performance, precision CNCmachined components for demanding medical...