2004-2005 COLLEGE CATALOG - Luzerne County Community ...

ANGELA M. PARRELLA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This award was established and endowed in 2003 by Ms. Rosella Fedor in memory
of her aunt, Angela M. Parrella. Applicant must be an adult learner/non-traditional
student entering their second year of the LCCC Nursing program and be in
good academic standing. Special consideration will be given to students showing
dedication and strong work ethic.
GRACE PESAVENTO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
G.P.A. 2.5 or higher
Established in 2001 by Ann Isaacs, this award is presented annually in memory of
her mother, Grace Pesavento. Applicant must be enrolled in the Nursing program
and be interested in pursuing an RN Degree. Applicant must have unmet
financial need.
KAREN WILLIAMS POTOSKI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Established by the family of the late Karen Potoski, an LCCC graduate and dedicated
professional, through an annual golf tournament held by family and friends.
Applicant must be enrolled in the Surgical Tech curriculum and show academic
potential and a commitment to the field of Surgical Technology.
FRANCES E. RICK MEMORIAL ENDOWED NURSING SCHOLARSHIP
Established in 1990 by the late Carl J. Rick in memory of his wife, Frances E. Rick.
Applicant must be entering their first year of the Nursing program. Students who
have not been officially accepted into the Nursing program by the scholarship application
deadline may also apply. Applicant must be enrolled full-time, be involved in
school, community or career activities and a resident of Luzerne County.
DR. THOMAS AND ELIZABETH WILLIAMS SCHOLARSHIP
(first year Dental Hygiene students)
G.P.A. Required: 2.0 or higher
Established in 1991 by Dr. Ann Williams, former vice-president of LCCC in honor
of her parents. Applicant can be either alternates or accepted into their first year
of the Dental Hygiene program and be a Luzerne County resident.
THE LISA J. ROWLEY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 1999 through the generosity of the friends of
Lisa J. Rowley, who served the College for seventeen years as a faculty member
and director of the dental health department. Through her dedication, perseverance
and determination the dental health programs became a strong, well-respected
asset to the College and dental community. Scholarship selection is based
on demonstrated financial need and the ability to genuinely care about people.
THE RUTH AND SIDNEY SEEHERMAN MEMORIAL ENDOWED NURSING
SCHOLARSHIP
G.P.A. Required: 2.5 or higher
Established in 1990 by son, Howard and daughter, Judith and the LCCC Nursing
Forum in memory of Ruth Seeherman who was LCCC’s Director of Nursing from
1983 to 1993. Applicant must have successfully completed their first year of the Nursing
program and be employed at least 20 hours or more per week. Special consideration
given to applicants involved in school, community, or career activities.
WYOMING VALLEY HEALTH CARE SYSTEM SCHOLARSHIP
G.P.A. Required: 3.5 or higher
Established in 1996 by the medical staff of Wyoming Valley Health Care System.
Applicant must be enrolled part or full time in the LCCC Nursing program and
demonstrate promising clinical skills. Letters of reference should be from instructors
indicating clinical ability. Though not a requirement, consideration will be
given to students with financial need.
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