Grants & Scholarships » Scholarships

Whether established to honor or memorialize a loved one, to recognize a specific academic institution, or to support a particular field of study, Scholarship Funds provide benefits to students that affect their lives and our community today and for future generations. Foundation staff is available to help design a fund to meet the individual donor’s objectives.

SCHOLARSHIP QUALIFICATION CRITERIA FOR SELECTION APPLICATION PROCESS
Katherine H. Anderson Scholarship
(2008)		 Newman Catholic, Wausau East, and Wausau West High School graduating seniors Lower 90% of the graduating class with ability to succeed in college; Demonstrating an appreciation for Wausau’s quality of life; Demonstrating good citizenship through volunteerism and extra-curricular activities Apply through the high school’s general application process
Guidelines
Ann B. Applegate Piano Scholars Award
 Wausau Conservatory of Music piano student Highly motivated 6-12th grade piano student studying under Ann Applegate at the Conservatory of Music; Demonstrating talent worth nurturing further; With a strong desire to acquire quality piano instruction; Demonstrated financial need Apply through the Wausau Conservatory of Music
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Raymond A. & Amella P. Beilke Scholarship
 Marathon High School graduating senior Student who has maintained at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale; Planning to pursue an education in elementary education, nursing, pharmacy, or any other health care profession; Planning to attend an accredited college or university Apply through the high school’s general application process
Phyllis A. Bermingham Hmong Education Scholarship
 Resident of Marathon County or student attending a high school in Marathon County Able and deserving graduating Southeast Asian high school senior; Demonstrating a passionate commitment to social justice; Has demonstrated financial need; And plans to pursue a post-secondary education in any field of study Application deadline is the first business day of April
Guidelines Application
Elda Bonvincin Memorial Scholarship
 Newman Catholic, Wausau East, Medford, and Hibbing (MN) High School graduating seniors Student excelled in foreign languages during high school; and Plans to pursue an education in foreign language at an accredited college or university Apply through the high school’s general application process
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Bradley Foundation Scholarship
 Antigo Senior High School graduating senior Student demonstrating concern for the welfare of the school and its students; With distinguished leadership or participation in organizations at the school; With above average scholarship, which reflects distinguished effort Application available in the guidance office
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Win Brockmeyer Memorial Scholarship
 DC Everest, Newman Catholic, Wausau East, and Wausau West graduating senior This award recognizes the outstanding high school senior football players in the greater Wausau area based on recognition received by their coaches and peers as an outstanding football player and positive role model Students are nominated by the high school’s coaching staff
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Jack Brokaw Memorial Scholarship
 Wausau East High School graduating senior Hardworking student meeting the requirements of the school’s scholarship guidelines Planning to pursue a post-secondary education that utilizes the sciences Apply through the high school’s general application process
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June Brunner Schenzel Memorial Scholarship
(2009)		 Graduting senior from Mercer High School Priority will be given to students demonstrating a nontraditional path or calling; with a "pay it forward" attitude. Finanical need or academic achievement are not criterion in selection
Guidelines Application
William Cherek Scholarship
 Wittenberg-Birnamwood and Rosholt High School graduating senior See attached guidelines for criteria levels that include: Able and deserving student planning to pursue an accounting degree, or Member of St. Ladislaus Catholic Church Application deadline is the last business day of March
Guidelines Application
Dexter & Ruth Cihla Scholarship
 Rhinelander High School graduating senior Able and deserving student planning to attend an accredited college or university; Has maintained a strong GPA throughout high school Apply through the high school’s general application process
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Creske-Grassl Memorial Scholarship
 Mosinee High School graduating senior Student planning to attend an accredited college or university in any field of study; Demonstrated character, leadership, and service to school and community; Financial need Apply through the high school’s general application process
D&W Scholarship
 Tomahawk Senior High School graduating senior Able and deserving graduating seniors of Tomahawk Senior High School Apply through the high school’s general application process
Dennis A. Derwinski Memorial Scholarship
 Wausau East High School graduating senior Demonstrates a strong work ethic; Maintained average to above average grades; Participates in extra-curricular activities and displays community involvement; Demonstrates a sincere “thirst” for learning Apply through the high school’s general application process
Linda Dodd Memorial Scholarship
 Marathon High School graduating senior See guidelines for criteria priorities that include: Special education student; Or students with a commitment to special education; Or students who exhibits sound social and leadership skills, and academic achievement Apply through the high school’s general application process
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Mark H. Dreyer Memorial Scholarship
 Newman Catholic, Wausau East, and Wausau West High School graduating seniors Accepted to a University of Wisconsin institution of higher education; With demonstrated financial need Apply through the high school’s general application process
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Tim Driscoll Memorial Scholarship
 Wausau East High School graduating senior Students who have been involved in high school athletics; Apply through the high school’s general application process
Donald A. & Arzelee M.S. Drown Scholarship
 Wausau East High School graduating senior Student has excelled in accelerated courses in the Social Studies and English IB (International Baccalaureate) program; Plans to pursue an education at an accredited college or university; Apply through the high school’s general application process
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John & Elena Dzubay Memorial Scholarship
 Wausau East High School graduating senior Must meet the requirements of the school’s general scholarship application; Demonstrate financial need; Plan to pursue a teaching career in the public schools Apply through the high school’s general application process
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Ort Enstad Kiwanis Scholarship
 DC Everest, Wausau East, and Wausau West High School graduating seniors Key Club member; Demonstrated involvement in the community; Leader in the school; Held a leadership role in the Key Club Apply through the high school’s general application process
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Walter (Coke) Fehl Hockey Scholarship
 Wausau area graduating high school seniors Graduating senior from East, West or DCE who has participated a local hockey program; Demonstrates the characteristics of a team player with a strong work ethic; Plans to attend any post-secondary institution of higher education in any field of study Application deadline is the first business day of April
Guidelines Application
Lucille & George Ferguson Memorial Scholarship (#1)
 Newman Catholic High School graduating senior Planning to pursue a career in the medical field; Demonstrated financial need; Preference is given to a student planning to attend Marquette University – then a University of Wisconsin school – then any school in the medical field Apply through the high school’s general application process
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Lucille & George Ferguson Memorial Scholarship (#2)
 Student planning to attend Newman Catholic High School Student who attended Newman Catholic Elementary School at St. Anne’s Parish; With demonstrated financial need Apply through school system’s general application process
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Kristin Nell Geurink Memorial Montessori Scholarship
 Students attending Montessori Children’s Village or Montessori Educational Center in Wausau, Wisconsin A child who would benefit from a Montessori education; And family demonstrates a strong financial need
Guidelines Application
William L. Goggins Memorial Scholarship
 Incoming freshman planning to attend Newman Catholic High School for four years Student will be selected based on: The demonstrated depth of understanding and personal insight into the essay topic “How a Catholic Education will Influence My Life as an American;” The quality of their two references; Maintaining a “B” average or greater; Financial need is not a factor in selection Any 8th grade student is eligible to apply Application deadline is the first business day of March
Guidelines Application
B.A. & Esther Greenheck Scholarship
 Deserving students whose parents are employed by Greenheck Fan Corporation. Excellent student with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.75; With above average potential for success in their field of study; A record of leadership, shown by their activities both in and out of the classroom; Demonstrated community service and extra curricular activity; Diversified interests and well-rounded backgrounds; Accepted to and planning to attend an accredited college or university Applications are available through the Greenheck Fan Corporation Human Resources Department and must be submitted by the close of business on the last day in March
Bellamy Hamilton Scholarship
 Wausau Conservatory of Music students Scholarships are not currently being awarded from this fund
Steve Hansen Earth Steward Scholarship
 Wausau East High School graduating senior Dedicated to the environment; Displaying a strong work ethic, a desire to do things right, and to make things better; Demonstrating the characteristics of integrity, compassion, caring, empathy, and kindness; Planning to pursue an education in any field of study at any accredited 4-year college or university, GPA is not a factor in selection Application deadline is the last business day of March
Guidelines Application
Elsie H. Heckman Memorial Scholarship
(2010)		 Merrill Senior High School Apply through the school's application process
Patricia Hedblom Memorial Scholarship
 Wausau East High School graduating senior Must meet the requirements of the school’s scholarship committee; Accepted for enrollment and planning to attend an accredited college or university Apply through the high school’s general application process
John & Fritz Howland Memorial Scholarship
 Mosinee High School graduating senior Demonstrating qualities of leadership; Planning to pursue a post-secondary education in any field of study Apply through the high school’s general application process
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George & Lois Johnson Memorial Scholarship
 Wausau East High School graduating senior Demonstrating an interest in the humanities including History, English, or Social Studies; Demonstrating financial need; Planning to attend an accredited college or university Apply through the high school’s general application process
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Elizabeth Hardy Kanemoto Scholarship
 Wausau East High School graduating senior Interested in pursuing a degree in the Fine Arts (if no students qualify then a student interested in Anthropology); Minimum GPA of 3.0 Demonstrating financial need Apply through the high school’s general application process
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Joanne D. & Robert J. Kumbera Memorial Scholarship
 DC Everest, Wausau, and Jeannette, PA School Districts graduating seniors Scholarships are not currently being awarded from this fund
Emma C. Larson Memorial Scholarship
(2009)		 Wausau East High School graduating senior Student must demonstrate academic excellence and financial need to the high school selection committee Apply through the high school’s general application process
Nancy B. Laabs Memorial Medical Scholarship
 Medford High School graduating senior Planning to pursue an education in any medical field of study; Demonstrating a passion for medicine No scholarships are currently being awarded from this fund
Guidelines Application
Barbara A. Lattimer Scholarship
 Wausau Conservatory of Music graduating senior Current student in voice at the WCM; Must have studied at least two semesters of voice at the WCM at the time of the competition; Applicant must be accepted for enrollment at an accredited college or university and plan to begin within six months of the competition; Must be planning to major in Vocal Music or Musical Theater Applications must be submitted to the Foundation office by the close of business on the 2nd Friday in March. Competition date to be announced by WCM
Guidelines Application
Kyle R. Long Scholarship
 Wausau Conservatory of Music graduating senior Medford, Gilman and Rib Lake High School graduating senior Three levels of selection are developed (see guidelines) including: Students with special educational needs or learning disabilities; Or those planning to pursue a career working with special educational needs or learning disabled students; Or hardworking graduating seniors with demonstrated financial need; Application deadline is the last business day of March
Guidelines Application
Marathon County Farm Progress Days Scholarship
 Resident of Marathon County or currently studying at a school within Marathon County Planning to pursue a degreed program, short course, or continuing education program within the University of Wisconsin, or Wisconsin Technical College System; Possessing potential for successful work in the agricultural industry Application deadline is the first business day of February
Guidelines Application
Marathon County Labor Council Scholarship
 Marathon County graduating seniors Child or grandchild of a Marathon County Labor Union member in good standing; Planning to pursue an advanced education; Demonstrating an understanding of the labor movement through a written essay; Reflecting a record of academic achievement and extracurricular involvement, with an emphasis on leadership; and Demonstrating financial need Application deadline is the last business day of March
Guidelines Application
Mark Foundation TLC Scholars Award
 Marathon County resident graduating from a high school in Marathon County Accepted at an accredited college, university, or technical school, and Eligible for need-based federal or state aid, such as Stafford or Perkins subsidized loans Submit application to the guidance office by the first school day in March
Guidelines Application
Peter A. Mattiacci Athletic Scholarship
 Wausau East High School graduating senior Attended grades K-12 in the Wausau Public School system; Participated in varsity sports; Intends to pursue a post-secondary education Apply through the high school’s general application process
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McKenna-Mann Performing Arts Scholarship
 Antigo High School graduating senior Students who have distinguished themselves in the performing arts, including theater production, and Who have been accepted for admission and plan to attend an accredited college or university as a full-time student It is not necessary that the recipient pursue a post-secondary education in the performing arts
Guidelines Application
Berland A. Meyer Scholarship
 Wausau East and Wausau West graduating senior Student must meet the school’s GPA and general criteria requirements to apply for scholarships; Demonstrate characteristics of leadership and volunteerism; Plan to pursue a career in PreK-12 education; Be accepted for enrollment and plan to attend an accredited college or university Apply through the high school’s general application process
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Mitchell Metal Products Scholarship
 Merrill High School graduating senior Concern for the industrial/vocational arts area of study; Distinguished leadership or participation in one or more student organizations at Merrill High School; Potential to make a contribution to improving conditions within our society; Above average academic aptitude, which reflects distinguished effort for his or her ability
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Gene & Carolyn Molinaro Scholarship
 Union Grove (Racine) High School graduating senior Graduating seniors from Union Grove High School who plan to pursue their education at the university level Apply through the high school’s general application process
Robert J. Neugebauer Scholarship
 Newman Catholic, Wausau East, and Wausau West High School graduating senior Student demonstrating financial need; Planning to pursue a post-secondary education as a full-time student within six months of graduation from high school Apply through the high school’s general application process
Northland Lutheran High School Scholarship
 Student planning to attend Northland Lutheran High School Apply through school’s general application process
OjO-Dor Scholarship
 Lakeland Union High School (Minocqua, WI) graduating senior Scholarships are awarded based on: An assessment of academic achievement; Financial need; Future educational promise; and Leadership capabilities Applications must be submitted to the guidance office by the first school day in March
Guidelines Application
Gloria Paustian Memorial Scholarship
 Members of First English Lutheran Church in Wausau, Wisconsin Funds are included in the First English Scholarship Fund to be awarded to students planning to attend a Lutheran college or university Contact church office or the pastor
Matthew R. Paustian Engineering Scholarship
 Wausau West High School graduating senior Student must have maintained a GPA in the upper 1/3 of their class; Plan to attend an accredited college or university; Major in engineering Apply through the high school’s general application process
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Russell C. & Dorothy A. Paulsen Scholarship
 Wausau School District High School graduating senior Students planning to attend an accredited institution of higher education in any field of study with preference given to former students of Dorothy A. Paulsen; If there are no qualified former students of Mrs. Paulsen, then preference is given to students formerly enrolled in the Title I program; Financial need is not a criteria for selection Applications are available in the guidance office for students that qualify for consideration
Tom & Phyllis Riiser Scholarship
 Northcentral Technical College student Graduate of a Wausau area high school; Attending NTC; With demonstrated financial need Apply through NTC’s general application process
River Valley Bank Music Scholarship Fund
(2010)		 Wausau Conservatory of Music students Apply through the Conservatory of Music scholarship process
Rotary Club of Wausau Scholarship
 Graduating high school seniors of the greater Wausau area Awards are based on the student's community service and leadership Applications available in the school’s guidance office or career center
James T. Schremp Memorial Scholarship
 Mosinee High School graduating senior Scholar athlete; Planning to attend a University of Wisconsin school – with preference given to UW-Madison students Preference given to students planning to pursue a degree in business Applications distributed to Mosinee High School seniors
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Marvin C. Schuette Memorial Scholarship
 Criteria yet to be determined To be determined
Cornelia L. Seim Scholarship
 Northcentral Technical College or University of Wisconsin-Marathon County student Graduate from a central Wisconsin area high school attending NTC or UWMC; Has characteristics, qualities, and attributes that display potential for success; Demonstrates financial need Apply through application process at NTC and UWMC
Paul C. Simon Memorial Scholarship
 Merrill High School graduating senior Scholarship #1 – Student planning to pursue a business degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA; Scholarship #2 – Student exhibiting financial need with a minimum 2.5 GPA; Demonstrating a solid work ethic, with a no-nonsense approach to his/her education Is recognized within the school and the greater community, as an individual possessing integrity Apply through the high school’s general application process
Russell Sliwicki Memorial Scholarship
 DC Everest High School graduating senior Planning to pursue a post-secondary education in an environmental or agriculturally related field of study; Provide evidence of a commitment to the above through their coursework, community involvement, service or club activities Application deadline is the first business day of March
Guidelines Application
Scott Stasney Freedom Award
 Wausau East High School graduating senior This is not a scholarship award but rather a monetary award based on: Student’s thoughts conveyed in an essay titled, “What Freedom Means to Me as an American” Application deadline is the last business day of March
Guidelines Application
David & Emily Streich Scholarship
 Merrill High School graduating senior Planning to pursue study in a field relating to veterinary services (first choice) or nursing (second choice); Accepted for enrollment in an accredited technical school or college Apply through the high school’s general application process
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Jerome Thiessen Aviation Financial Assistance Fund
(2010)		 Student from Wisconsin enrolled in an aviation program at one of Wisconsin’s technical colleges. Applicants not meeting minimum GPA criteria are encouraged to apply. Application deadline is April 16, 2010.
Guidelines Application
Charles Thorpe Scholarship in the Visual Arts Scholarship
 Wausau East High School graduating senior Planning to major in Visual Art or Art Education; Planning to attend UW-Madison (1st choice); or an accredited college or university with a quality visual arts or art education program (2nd choice); Having demonstrated a commitment to art education through participation in the art curriculum in high school Apply through the high school’s general application process
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Ralph Tinker Memorial Scholarship
 Wausau East and Wausau West graduating senior Plans to attend an accredited college or university in any field of study; Has characteristics, qualities, and attributes that display potential for success; Demonstrated financial need Apply through the high school’s general application process
Peter & Carol Tomasi Scholarship
 Wausau East High School graduating senior Plans to attend an accredited college or university; Has the highest National Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) score in their graduating class Apply through the high school’s general application process
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Archie C. Towle Aviation Scholarship
 Aviation student within 50 mile radius of the Wausau area Able to demonstrate ability and a strong desire to pursue a career in aviation The recipient must be able to pass at least a 2nd class FAA medical examination for flight training. No exam is necessary for maintenance training Application deadline is the last business day of February
Guidelines Application
Kimberly A. Van Den Elzen Memorial Scholarship
 Greater Wausau area resident Be a graduating high school senior or a high school graduate; Have been accepted for enrollment in a post-secondary institution of higher education; Plan to pursue a career in human resources; Demonstrate a commitment to the community and the welfare of others Application deadline is the first business day of April
Guidelines Application
Chia Vang & Chue Lor Scholarship
 Central Senior High School (St. Paul, MN) graduating senior Preference will be given to Southeast Asian students; Demonstrating volunteerism and service to their community; Demonstrating respect for the elderly population; The student must plan to attend a 4-year college or university as a full-time student within the upcoming year pursuing a degree in any field of study Apply through the high school’s general application process www.central.spps.org
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Tim Volz "79" Memorial Scholarship
(2009)		 Graduating senior from Merrill High School Scholarship will be awarded to a student who plans to pursue a post secondary education at any college, university, or technical school. Preference will be given to the student ranked #79 in their graduating class, if in good standing; as that was Tim's football jersey number while attending Merrill High School Apply through the high school’s general application process
Pastor Walter & Blanche Wahl Clergy Development Scholarship
 Southeastern Minnesota Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America (ELCA) seminarians Provides scholarships for seminarians from, or first year pastors serving in, the Southeastern Minnesota Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America (ELCA) Apply through the Synod office
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Christopher M. Wallschlaeger Memorial Scholarship
 Student planning to attend Newman Catholic High School Student who demonstrates an understanding of Christian principals and a desire to deepen their Catholic faith through education; Actively participates in any team sport and other extra curricular activities Application deadline is the last business day of March
Guidelines Application
Wausau Area Builders Association Scholarship
 Graduating high school seniors in the communities served by the WABA Graduating high school senior; 2.5 GPA or greater; Preference will be given to students with an affiliation with the WABA; Students planning a career in the shelter industry are especially encouraged to apply Application deadline is the first business day of April
Guidelines Application
Wausau Area H.O.P.E. Hmong Women Scholarship
 Graduating high school seniors from the greater Wausau area Hmong minority woman; With a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater; A positive role model for younger girls; Exhibiting personal integrity; Displaying a desire to better the community; Planning to enroll as a full-time student and work toward an associate, bachelor, or masters degree in the upcoming school year Application deadline is the first business day of April
Guidelines Application
Wausau East Class of 1960 Scholarship
 Wausau East High School graduating senior Planning to pursue a 4-year accredited college or university In any field of study Demonstrating financial need Apply through the high school’s general application process
Wausau East Girl's Swim Team Scholarship
 Wausau East High School graduating senior Involved with the girl’s swim team for at least three years including senior year Qualify for team recognition Application deadline is the first business day of March
Application
Wausau East Mathematics Department Scholarship
 Wausau East High School graduating senior Must meet the general requirements of the school’s scholarship committee Have taken four (4) years of math in high school – through pre-Calculus And taken at least one (1) semester of Computer Science Intend to major in college in one of the following areas: Mathematics, Mathematics Education, one of the Physical Sciences, Engineering, or Computer Science And must have participated in Mathematics or Computer Science contests during high school Apply through the high school’s general application process
Wausau Education Association Foundation Scholarship
 Wausau East and Wausau West graduating senior Apply through the high schools’ general application process
Wausau High School Class of 1963 Scholarship
 Wausau East High School graduating senior Planning to pursue an education within the University of Wisconsin system Apply through the high school’s general application process
Wausau TIDE Scholarship
 Graduating senior members of the Wausau TIDE Swim Club The student must have swam at least four seasons for TIDE (seasons do not have to be consecutive) including their junior and/or senior year; See additional requirements on the attached guideline Application deadline is the first business day of March
Guidelines Application
Richard Weinreis Memorial Scholarship
 Resident of Marathon County Candidates have had formal court contact through the Marathon County Department of Social Services juvenile intake system within the past seven years; With a plan for education or training that would provide for personal career advancement Application deadline is the last business day of March
Guidelines Application
Brett Robert Weller Memorial Scholarship
(2009)		 DC Everest High School graduating senior Preference will be given to students who plan to pursue their post-secondary education at Brett's alma mater, UW-Eau Claire Apply through the high school's general application process
Shari K. Widmark Memorial Scholarship
 Wausau East High School graduating senior Participated in high school athletics; Demonstrating the characteristics of a team player with “spunk” or passion for the game; Accepted for enrollment in a post-secondary institution of higher education; Application deadline is the first business day of April
Guidelines Application
Wisconsin Aviation Hall of Fame Scholarship
(2010)		 Student from Wisconsin attending one of the four technical colleges in Wisconsin with an aviation program Must meet academic standards and participate in extra-curricular and community activities Application deadline is April 16, 2010
Guidelines Application
Harry K. Wrench, Jr. Memorial College Scholarship
 Communities served by Wisconsin Fuel & Light prior to its closing. Greater Wausau area or Manitowoc area graduating high school senior (see guidelines for specific schools) Preference will be given to children of Wisconsin Fuel & Light employees as of its closing on April 1, 2000. Criteria in order of importance: Exceptional scholastic achievement; Potential for success in student’s chosen field; Leadership and involvement in community; Diversified interests and well-rounded personality Application deadline is the last business day of March
Guidelines Application
Neng & Bao Xiong Volvo Scholarship
 Wausau area high school graduating senior (DC Everest, Newman Catholic, Wausau East, and Wausau West High Schools) Demonstrated volunteerism and service to the community; Demonstrated acceptance of cultural differences; Planning to attend college in any field of study Application deadline is the first business day of April
Guidelines Application