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Scholarships New scholarships in <strong>2015</strong>-16 The Gene Humphrey Scholarship Fund in memory of Hughie E. Humphrey honors the memory of both Rolene Humphrey’s husband and his son. Available to full-time students with high academic performance who are majoring in a science, technology, engineering or math discipline. The Carla’s Wings of a Butterfly ADN Scholarship was established in honor of a cherished SIC nursing instructor by her family. Funds from this scholarship will pay for tuition, fees and books for a student in the Associate Degree Nursing program. Graves-Absher Scholarship (Profiled on page 8) The Foundation processes over 230 scholarships every year, providing students with thousands of dollars to help them achieve their dreams. Scholarships help cover tuition, books, and related expenses that make education accessible and affordable. Yearly, more than 70 percent of Southeastern students receive some form of financial aid and/or scholarships and approximately $4 million is awarded. The application deadline for scholarships is Feb. 28. Additional information can be found on the web at www.sic.edu/scholarships. Alumni & Friends The Southeastern Illinois College Alumni & Friends Association was created to continue the relationship between the College and its former students. : There are three levels of membership priced between $30 and $100, in addition to a new lifetime membership priced at $1,000 ($200/year for five years) that will be used to start building a new alumni endowment. The SIC Alumni & Friends Association has established a scholarship program that is open to all students with preference given to children/legal wards of current members of the Association. “I chose SIC because it is close to home, and I just wasn’t ready to go away to a big university yet. SIC has already done a lot for me – being able to take college classes during high school was a big help to get a jump on college.” “Scholarships allow me to focus on school without stressing about the money … and that’s the important thing.” Rachel Mace Foundation Scholarship Recipient from Eldorado Majors: Business and Music 12
Friendraising Breakfast with Santa Southeastern Illinois College held Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 5 in conjunction with SIC theatre’s musical production of A Christmas Story. Nearly 160 people enjoyed a pancake breakfast, story time, selfies with a cute little Christmas dog (nicknamed Santa Paws for the day), coloring time with “Santa’s helpers” and of course, pictures with the jolly man himself. Numerous clubs, sponsors and volunteers were involved with the success of Breakfast with Santa including Art, Math and Science, Nursing, Phi Beta Lambda (business club), Phi Theta Kappa (honor society), Student Ambassadors, Student Activities, Student Government, Theta Sigma Phi (theatre club) and Auxiliary Services. The nearly $800 raised will help provide scholarships to area students. “This event was fun for everyone involved,” said Melody Bryant, communications and relations specialist, and organizer of the event. “I truly enjoyed watching SIC students, faculty and staff come together for the children of this area. It was an absolute pleasure to see the joy on the children’s faces when it was their turn to see Santa. This event was a complete success. What a wonderful way to get into the Christmas spirit!” Plans are underway to offer this event to the community again next year. Three-year-old Hallee Whitlock of Elizabethtown enjoys her breakfast after seeing Santa during Breakfast with Santa at SIC. Magician and Entertainer, Chris Egelston brought children up as assistants during his magic show at Under the Big Top children’s event at SIC. Fun was had by all who attended Under the Big Top at Southeastern Illinois College on Saturday, April 23 in conjunction with SIC theatre’s production of Barnum: The Musical. Over 100 people attended the event, which included entertainment by magician Chris Egelston, a petting zoo by Joe Phillips, balloon animals, face painting, games and prizes as well as cotton candy, popcorn and many other tasty treats. Several volunteers even came dressed as clowns lending even more of a circus feel to the event. Numerous clubs, sponsors and volunteers were involved with the success of Under the Big Top including Art, Circle K, Cosmetology, Math and Science, Nursing, Phi Beta Lambda (business club), Student Ambassadors, Student Activities, Student Government, Theta Sigma Phi (theatre club), SIC Auxiliary Services and SIC Environmental services. Carrier Mills United Methodist Church allowed SIC to use their cotton candy machine, McKinley Avenue Baptist Church provided the elephant game, and Legence Bank donated the popcorn. “I was excited to see our SIC students enjoy making this a fun day for the children,” said Angie Wilson, marketing coordinator and event co-coordinator. “The magician did a great job of getting the kids involved in the show, and Joe Philips brought out some adorable baby animals that the kids just loved! He even brought out a tiny pony for the kids sit on, which was such a great addition.” 13 Under the Big Top
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