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John S. Meek Family Scholarship – To provide financial
assistance to an economically disadvantaged student that has
demonstrated progress toward attaining an A.A degree from
Harbor College or toward transfer to a four year institution.
Latina Leadership Network Student Club Scholarship
– Awarded to a member in recognition of their leadership,
academic excellence, community outreach, fundraising efforts,
and networking for the Latina Leadership Network.
Linda Whitehead Scholarship - Established by her family,
in memory of Linda Whitehead. This scholarship continues
her legacy of teaching and learning. Awarded to a student who
has demonstrated dedication to Health/Kinesiology.
Nick and Betty Zorotovich Scholarship – Established in
memory of Nick Zorotovich, a former chair of the Social
Sciences Division at LAHC and his wife, Betty, a long time
teacher in San Pedro. This scholarship is awarded to an
outstanding student in the field of social sciences.
Nursing Division Scholarship – The Nursing faculty selects
students from each graduating class to receive the following
scholarships funded by the Foundation Nursing Scholarship
fund: Sally Gay Professional Nurse Award; Wendell Black
Bedside Nurse Award; and Leadership Award. In addition,
clinical agencies offer awards to nursing students. Other
agencies that serve our students also periodically offer
scholarships.
Osher Scholarship – Funding is provided by the generosity
of the Bernard Osher Foundation as part of the California
Community Colleges Scholarship Endowment. Mr. Osher’s
vision is to “not only benefit the community college students
of today but countless more for years to come”
Paul M. and Catherine M. Humphreys Scholarship – Rev.
and Mrs. Humphreys spent nearly a half century ministering
to the spiritual, physical, and emotional needs of others.
Ricky K. Benjamin Speaker Scholarship
Established by Ricky K. Benjamin, LAHC staff member and
first-ever LAHC Scholarship Ceremony Student Speaker, this
annual scholarship is awarded to the runner-up applicant for
Graduation Speaker. If no runner-up exists, the scholarship
will be awarded to an active student member of Alpha Gamma
Sigma Honor Society with a G.P.A of 3.0 or higher and has a
minimum of 30 hours of volunteer experience.
Rosa Hoodye Scholarship - Established in memoriam of her
caring spirit and dedication in service to the staff and students
at Harbor College.
Soroptimist International of Los Angeles Harbor Women’s
Opportunity Award – The Women’s Opportunity Award who
provide the primary financial support for their families and
who have shown an outstanding commitment to obtaining a
college degree or completing a vocational program.
Spanish American Institute Scholarship – The Spanish
American Institute is a private, nonprofit organization
dedicated to providing educational assistance to Hispanic
students in Southern California.
Stephen P. Harshfield Scholarship – This scholarship was
established in honor of Stephen P. Harshfield who directed
the Disabled Student Programs and Services from 1972 until
1986. Awards of varying amounts have been made annually
to disabled students who have been in the Disabled Student
Program at least one semester, have “strong motivation,
determination and perseverance to overcome their disabilities
to achieve their educational goal,” and are example of what
the human spirit can overcome when faced with tremendous
adversity. Apply through Special Programs and Services.
William L. Gram Scholarship – Established by his family,
this scholarship honors the memory of William L. Gram,
History Professor, who served the students of Harbor College
from 1966-1995.
Watson Land Company – The Watson Land Company
originated from the land holdings of the Dominguez family
descendants as one of the original Spanish land grants in
Rancho San Pedro. Today, the company is the largest land
owner in the City of Carson where it actively participates
in community activities and especially supporting youth.
As Harbor College serves a large student population from
Carson, Watson Land Co. established a scholarship for students
entering the fields of Architecture, Planning, Business, and
International Trade.
Wendell C. Black Scholarship Fund – This fund has been
established by friends, colleagues, former students, and
community leaders to honor the former president of Harbor
College, Wendell C. Black. The income from this fund is used
to establish scholarships each semester, based on the criteria
selected by the fund’s trustees.
William McMasters Scholarship - This fund has been
established in the memory of William McMasters, former
Assistant Dean of Admissions and Guidance. Income from
this fund is used to award one or more scholarships per year
to deserving students who show academic perseverance and
improvement.
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