Skiff Auxiliary offering health field scholarships
The Skiff Medical Center Auxiliary has announced several scholarship opportunities for Jasper County students pursuing a health-related degree.
Application forms are available at the hospital’s administration office, DMACC and at high school guidance counselor’s offices throughout Jasper County.
The following scholarships will be awarded in May: one $1,000 Lydia E. Swihart Nursing Scholarship for students pursuing a two-year associate nursing degree or a four-year degree nursing program, one $1,000 Sterling and Maxine Swanger Nursing Scholarship for students pursing a degree in nursing, one $500 Janet and Joyce Slycord Nursing Scholarship, one $500 nursing scholarship in honor of Lois Vogel, one $500 health related scholarship given in memory of Ronald R. Ross, one $500 Geneva Trost Field of Medicine Scholarship and additional $500 and $1,000 scholarships for students interested in pursuing an education in nursing and other health-related careers.
Completed applications and references must be received by Skiff Medical Center by 4 p.m. Thursday, March 31. Personal interview will not be required. Scholarship selection will be based upon financial need, scholastic performances, post accomplishments, activities, leadership, personal references and goal statement.
More information regarding the scholarships can be obtained by contacting Skiff Auxiliary Scholarship Chairperson Pat Drew at (641) 791-7634.
