Departmental Scholarships

(Special Awards)

These departmental scholarships are given to students in the spring of the year to be applied toward the coming school year. Students are selected by the faculty and the Financial Aid Committee. Applications are distributed by the Office of University Financial Aid each fall. Further information may be obtained from the Office of University Financial Aid.

Abens Family Scholarship

This scholarship is given annually to a student majoring in biblical and theological studies or youth ministry who wishes to be effective as a lay person in a profession of his or her choice. The recipient must be at least a junior, maintain at least a 3.0 GPA, and be recommended by the major professor. This is not a need-based scholarship. (EAA002)

Accounting and Business Encouragement Scholarship

This scholarship is given to an upperclassman of good scholastic standing who exhibits a strong Christian commitment, without regard to financial need, and who is majoring in business, economics, or accounting. (EAA004)

Anderson-McJunkin Family Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to students in need of financial assistance for their undergraduate education who have demonstrated a commitment to spiritual growth and community service. (EAA006)

Anna Anderson Memorial Scholarship

An annual scholarship is given from the estate of Anna Anderson of Topeka, Kans., to a student of good scholastic standing who evidences leadership in campus activities. (EAA008)

B. Laverne Anderson Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is given in memory of Laverne Anderson to children of Baptist General Conference missionaries who are attending Bethel University. (EAA011)

Charlotte Anderson Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to nursing majors who demonstrate financial need. (EAA009)

Dr. and Mrs. Karl W. Anderson Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is established in memory of Dr. and Mrs. Karl W. Anderson and is awarded to pre-medical students at Bethel University. (EAA010)

Thomas K. Anderson Memorial Scholarship

Established in memory of Thomas Kirk Anderson (C’73) by his family, this scholarship is awarded to business majors, based upon financial need, with preference for one female and one male recipient annually. (EAA012)

J. O. and Clara M. Backlund Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Linnea M. Backlund in memory of her parents, J. O. and Clara M. Backlund. This scholarship is awarded to undergraduate students selected by the scholarship committee. (EAB015)

Reverend William G. and Ruth J. Backlund Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a deserving student making acceptable academic and career preparation progress while exhibiting a high level of Christian character and leadership. (EAB016)

August F. and Ella M. Becker Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is given in memory of August and Ella Becker to undergraduate students who are actively growing and maturing in their walk and commitment to Jesus Christ. Preference is given to students (a) from small communities in the Dakotas and Nebraska, or (b) who are active members of a Baptist church (or churches with doctrines, ordinances, and practices similar to Baptist). (EAB018)

Lawrence and Audrey Berglund Scholarship

These scholarships are given annually to qualified students who demonstrate both academic achievement and financial need. (EAB019)

Violet Bergquist Spanish Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a Spanish major who will teach Spanish or will use it in missionary work in a Spanish-speaking country. (EAB020)

Margo Bergstrom Memorial Scholarship

This award is given through the Temple Baptist Church of Portland, Ore. Usually it is given to a student who demonstrates financial need, is from its congregation, and is recommended by the Temple Baptist Church. On occasion, it may be given to a student from elsewhere. (EAB002)

Terence W. Berntson Scholarship

In memory of Bethel alumnus Terence W. Berntson (C’76), this scholarship is given to worthy Bethel students in the College of Arts & Sciences who demonstrate financial need and who are studying anthropology, French, or history. (EAB022)

Hazel and George Berquist Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is provided in memory of this loving, generous couple to provide assistance to undergraduate and seminary students from the Midwestern states of the United States (excluding Minnesota). The students must be members of a Baptist General Conference church who demonstrate financial need. (EAB021)

Bethel University Golf Scholarship

Earnings from this fund raised through the annual “Bethel Golf Classic” fundraising event are awarded to a student who demonstrates financial need regardless of his or her major. (EAG069)

Donald C. and Jo G. Bishop Scholarship Fund

Several $1,000 scholarships are awarded to business and economics majors and/or students in summer missions or interim assignments. They are only for returning students. (EAB024)

David and Sadie Blomberg Scholarship

This scholarship provides an annual award of $500 to all students enrolled from the Moraine Valley Baptist Church in Illinois, the Sawyer Highlands Baptist Church in Michigan, and the Hinsdale Baptist Church in Illinois. It may also provide awards for qualifying students from the Midwest Baptist Conference of the BGC.

David M. and Sadie L. Blomberg Missionary Scholarship Fund

In recognition of the important contribution students from missionary families make to Bethel University, the Blomberg Missionary Scholarship Fund provides an annual award of at least $200 to all Bethel University students who are children of missionaries and spent the majority of their high school years outside of the United States. This award is made without regard to financial need. (EAB031)

Merilyn Blomgren Memorial Scholarship

An annual scholarship established in memory of Merilyn Blomgren by her family and friends is awarded to a student who demonstrates academic achievement. (EAB025)

Gust and Dagny Bohlin Memorial Education Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded in memory of Gust and Dagny Bohlin to Bethel University students who demonstrate financial need and who are preparing to become teachers. (EAB023)

Mable Elsie and Ernest Eugene Bonar Voice Scholarship

This scholarship has been established by Alson Toavs in memory of his maternal grandfather and grandmother. It is awarded to a junior or senior vocal major to assist with the costs of lessons. (EAB026)

Ray I. and Genevieve Brace Scholarship

An annual scholarship is given to a student already accepted into medical school. It may also be given to a student who by all indications will be accepted into medical school. The funds are to be used toward Bethel tuition and fees. (EAB030)

Ralph and Marie Brushaber Memorial Scholarship

These awards are given to students in the band who show high promise of future leadership and service and who give evidence of vital faith in Jesus Christ. The students must also demonstrate financial need. (EAB027, EAB032)

Barbara Burton Memorial Scholarship

This annual scholarship is given in loving memory of Barbara Burton’s life by her friends and family to the top senior chemistry major, regardless of financial need. (EAB028)

Edith and James Calhoun Memorial Scholarship

These scholarships are available to reduce loan debt for Bethel University students who are preparing for missionary service. (EAC033)

Bert H. Carlson Memorial Scholarship

Scholarships in the amount of $1,500 are given annually to qualified history or political science majors who demonstrate both academic achievement and financial need. The scholarship is given out of Bert Carlson’s love for Bethel and his desire that students grow intellectually and spiritually. (EAC034)

The Rev. and Mrs. C.A. Carlson Memorial Scholarships

This scholarship is awarded to undergraduate students chosen by the Scholarship Committee. (EAC035)

C. Emanuel Carlson Memorial Scholarship

An annual scholarship has been established as a memorial to the life and work of Dr. Emanuel Carlson—dean of Bethel College from 1945 to 1954, professor of history and political science at Bethel Academy and College from 1928 to 1954, and executive secretary of the Baptist Joint Committee on Public Affairs from 1954 to 1971—and as an encouragement to worthy students to pursue academic excellence in service to God and mankind. (EAC036)

Dorothy Christison Memorial Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the estate of Dorothy Christison for the purpose of funding a scholarship for qualified persons enrolled in the nursing program at Bethel University. (EAC041)

Karen & Don Ciske Nursing Scholarship

The fund was established in memory of Cleo Atkinson, mother of retired Bethel nursing professor Karen Ciske. This scholarship is awarded to worthy students in the College of Arts & Sciences who demonstrate financial need and who are enrolled in the Department of Nursing.

Class of ’64 Scholarship

This award is presented on behalf of the members of the Bethel University Class of ’64 to an upperclass student (sophomore to senior) who has demonstrated scholarship excellence, leadership excellence, Christian service involvement, and a financial need. The student selection is made by the Bethel Scholarship Committee. (EAC042)

Class of ’76 Award

The Class of ’76 gives an annual award to a chemistry student who models Christian commitment, integrity, academic excellence, perseverance, a positive spirit, and mutual support. (EAC040)

Coca-Cola and Bethel Campus Store Scholarship

This scholarship was established by The Coca-Cola Company and the Bethel Campus Store. It is awarded to a student with financial need who comes from a single-parent family. (EAC046)

Communication Scholarship

This annual scholarship was established to encourage communication majors. It is awarded to two seniors majoring in communication, regardless of their need. (EAC179)

Community Life Scholarship

An annual scholarship is awarded to students who have contributed significantly to the campus through planning and participating in activities to strengthen campus spiritual life. (EAC167)

Royden S. and Fern M. Dane Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was given in memory of Royden S. and Fern M. Dane and financed by their estate. The Dane Fund is to supply one or more scholarships for eligible students. (EAD047)

Walter H. and Lydia Deubener Memorial Scholarships

This scholarship is awarded to undergraduate students selected by the Scholarship Committee. (EAD048)

Lillian Devine Memorial Biblical and Theological Studies Scholarship

This scholarship is to be given annually to deserving junior and senior students of good scholarship demonstrating interest and proficiency in biblical and theological studies who are preparing for full-time Christian work. (EAD049)

Dwyer Nursing Endowment

In recognition of William and Ruth Dwyer’s interest in encouraging nursing as a professional career and gifts from the Banner Health System, the fund awards worthy students who are pursuing a career in nursing.First preference is given to incoming students, then to continuing students. (EAD050)

Esther V. Eastlund Memorial Scholarship

Each year a scholarship is given from the estate of Esther V. Eastlund to a worthy student studying for the ministry or for missionary work. (EAE051)

Sagrid E. Edman Undergraduate Nursing Scholarship

Established in honor of Dr. Edman, founding chair of the Bethel University nursing program in 1981 and chair of the Department of Nursing until her retirement in 1997, the fund assists worthy nursing students in the undergraduate nursing program. Students, selected by the nursing faculty, are seniors who best exemplify excellence in clinical nursing practice, Christian care, and compassion, and who demonstrate leadership potential and rank high academically. (EAE052)

Edwall Music Memorial Scholarship

A scholarship is awarded to a music major who is majoring in either voice or instrumental and who demonstrates financial need. (EAE053)

Elementary Education Encouragement Scholarship

This scholarship is given to an upperclassman who is majoring in elementary education without regard to financial need. The recipient must be in good scholastic standing and exhibit a strong Christian commitment. (EAE054)

Reuben and Ethel Englund Memorial Scholarship

A scholarship is given annually in memory of Mr. and Mrs. Englund by their children. The recipient is to be a musician, with preference given to a string performer. (EAE056)

Amy M. Erickson Memorial Scholarships

These scholarships are given in memory of Amy M. Erickson to undergraduate students selected by the scholarship committee. (EAE057)

Dorothy Erickson Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student selected by the scholarship committee who demonstrates financial need. (EAE058)

Fair Family Scholarship

The Fair Family Scholarship is awarded in recognition of Christian stewardship to a full-time college sophomore whose cumulative GPA is 3.0 or higher and who demonstrates active involvement in church activities. Preference is given to pre-seminarians pursuing a vocation in the pastorate, missions, or youth ministries. The scholarship is renewable for up to two years provided the student maintains a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. (EAF060)

David Maynard Frost Scholarship

The fund makes awards to students from single-family homes who demonstrate financial need, with preference given to dependents of widows and widowers. Awards of $1,000 may be renewed for students maintaining a 3.0 GPA or higher. (EAF066)

Garven Family Fund Scholarship

This scholarship fund, established by David and Gayle Garven, provides three student scholarships. The Family Fund provides a scholarship of $1,000 each to an incoming freshman, a provisional student, and an incoming minority student. The Jeffrey D. Garven Memorial Fund provides an award of $1,000 to a male sophomore or junior who has shown signs of spiritual maturity at Bethel and who places a high priority on Christian growth. First priority would go to a student from Minnetonka High School or a lacrosse player. (EAG063, EAG064, EAG065)

Geis Family Scholarship

Two scholarships are awarded to full-time Bethel University students who show high promise of future leadership and service and exhibit evidence of a strong Christian faith. Each recipient must be at least a sophomore in the year the scholarship is received and must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA unless other outstanding attributes are considered worthy of making an exception to this criterion. The scholarship is renewable provided the recipient meets the scholarship criteria and is making satisfactory progress toward graduation. (EAG003)

Bonnie E. Goodwin Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is given to honor the memory of Bonnie Goodwin and to assist undergraduate students in great financial need. (EAG070)

Lester R. and Esther M. Granlund Encouragement Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a junior or senior of good scholastic standing with strong Christian commitment, regardless of financial need. (EAG071)

Gloria Grayum Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a nursing student who is preparing for mental health service, is in need of financial assistance, and has a GPA of 2.5 or above. (EAG072)

Gruez Physics Scholarship

Recipients of this scholarship are selected by the faculty of the Department of Physics and must be enrolled in a calculus-based physics or pre-engineering program at Bethel. Candidates must also be involved in at least one extracurricular activity that is NOT directly connected to physics, mathematics, or computers (e.g., performing arts, athletics, service projects, etc.). Up to three scholarships are awarded each year. (EAG073)

Charles and Marilyn Gustafson Nursing Scholarship

This annual scholarship is awarded to a deserving nursing student. (EAG075)

J. Alfred Gustafson Memorial Scholarship

An annual award is given from the estate of Mabel T. Danielson, J. Alfred Gustafson’s daughter, as an encouragement to a worthy student. (EAG074)

Margaret-Rose Guthrie Memorial Scholarship

This is an annual scholarship established in memory of Margaret-Rose Guthrie by family and friends. The recipient will be at least a junior who demonstrates scholastic ability, expresses an interest in service to others (not necessarily in a Christian field), and is a member of a Baptist affiliation. (EAG076)

Sara Haile-Selassie Scholarship

In recognition of a woman of color who overcame great difficulties in coming to America and then pursuing with excellence an education in the sciences at Bethel, this scholarship will be awarded to students of color and international students at Bethel University who are pursuing a degree in the sciences. (EAH077)

Truman and Verna Halvorsen Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to students who are preparing for careers in Christian ministry or education, have at least a 3.0 GPA, and demonstrate financial need. (EAH078)

Ralph E. and Mary J. Hammond Scholarship

As an example of their commitment and generosity to serve both the College of Arts & Sciences and the seminary, professor Mary Hammond and her late husband, professor Ralph Hammond, give this scholarship to assist students in financial need at both schools. Previously two separate scholarships, this is awarded to College of Arts & Science students in even years and seminary students in odd years. (EAH001)

Irene Hanwell Memorial Scholarship

This annual scholarship is given in memory of Irene Hanwell by Mrs. Millie Hanwell to a student whose life exemplifies a sincere Christian commitment and who demonstrates financial need. (EAH081)

Irene Hanwell Memorial Nursing Scholarships

Two annual scholarships are given from the estate of Irene Hanwell to nursing students preparing for Christian mission service who demonstrate financial need. (EAH080)

Leonard and Doris Hasselblad Memorial Scholarship

This award is given by the family of Leonard O. Hasselblad of San Jose, Calif., to perpetuate his long-standing relationship to Bethel University and to further his desire to help young people secure an evangelical Christian education. (EAH082)

William Randolph Hearst Endowed Scholarship Fund

This scholarship has been funded by the Hearst Foundation with the intention of providing scholarship funds for students with financial need who intend to reside in the United States after completing their studies. (EAH085, EAH086)

Graydon Held Memorial Scholarship

An annual scholarship is granted to a qualified student demonstrating an interest and proficiency in business education and meeting established criteria of need and achievement. This award is given in honor of Graydon Held, who served as comptroller at Bethel University from 1968 until his death in 1978. (EAH083)

Sheloa Hanson Hillman Memorial Scholarship

Two scholarships are given in memory of Sheloa Hanson Hillman, a 1974 graduate of Bethel University, by her family and friends. These scholarships are awarded annually upon the recommendation of the women’s athletic department to two women athletes who demonstrate financial need. (EAH084)

Edith Holm Scholarship Fund

This scholarship is for students who demonstrate financial need and who have shown initiative in earning a portion of their college expenses. Students must also have high academic standing and demonstrate Christian purpose. (EAH087)

Edna V. Holm Nursing Scholarship

Two scholarships will be awarded each year to nursing students contemplating missionary service and showing financial need. These scholarships are given in memory of Edna V. Holm, who graduated in 1929 from Mounds Midway School of Nursing and served as a missionary with her husband in Assam, India, and Ethiopia. (EAH088)

Lydia Holm Scholarship Fund

An endowment established from the estate of Lydia Holm in appreciation of Bethel’s mission of excellence and Christian ministry, the fund is available to worthy students attending the College of Arts & Sciences at Bethel University. (EAH089)

Lynn Cherie Hummel Memorial Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship was established in memory of the life of Lynn Cherie Hummel, who died while a nursing student at Bethel. It is awarded annually to a promising and dedicated junior nursing student based on faculty recommendation. (EAH090)

Fred and Ellen Jacobson Scholarship Fund

Established by Betty Jacobson in honor of her parents, awards are made to worthy students in the College of Arts & Sciences who are enrolled in the department of nursing or are pursuing a pre-medicine degree. The students must also demonstrate financial need. (EAJ091)

Jacol Computer Science Encouragement Award

This scholarship is given to deserving computer science students selected by the department faculty. (EAJ092)

John and Elaine Jahnke Scholarship for Children of Missionaries

This scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate financial need and who have acquired their basic education in schools of a foreign country and/or who have been home schooled. Recipients’ parents must be duly appointed career missionaries. (Short-term service does not qualify.) This does not include staff members of local churches and parachurch organizations. (EAJ094)

Thelma Jahnke Memorial Scholarship

An annual scholarship is given in memory of Thelma Jahnke to a junior or senior nursing student who demonstrates financial need. (EAJ093)

Martin Janke Memorial Scholarship

An annual scholarship of $500 is provided by friends of the Janke family for an upper-level student majoring in history. The recipient is nominated by the faculty of the Department of History. (EAJ095)

Albert H. and Edythe M. Jensen Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established to perpetuate the influence of Mr. and Mrs. Albert H. Jensen and as a memorial also to Joanne Jensen Trettien, a former Bethel student. It is to provide financial aid and encouragement to Bethel University students who show proficiency in music and meet the established requirements of need and academic achievement. (EAJ096)

Elizabeth Tobey Johnson Scholarship for Nursing Education

An annual scholarship is given in memory of Elizabeth Tobey Johnson by her children to a junior or senior nursing student who shows a strong aptitude for patient care. (EAJ097)

James E. Johnson History Scholarship

This scholarship was established to perpetuate the influence of James E. Johnson. It is established to provide financial aid and encouragement to a Bethel University history student who has indicated financial need and excellence in scholarship. (EAJ098)

Janet Wingblade Johnson Memorial Art Scholarship

An annual award established in the memory of Janet W. Johnson by her husband, Eugene L. Johnson, professor of art emeritus. This award is to be given to a promising young artist, preferably working in clay, nominated by the ceramics instructor and confirmed by the faculty of the Department of Art. (EAJ099)

Linda Ostrom Johnson Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is given to a Bethel University student who has been accepted into the elementary education major. Preference should be given to Minnesota residents from the east-central areas around Cambridge or Mora. (EAJ101)

Russell W. Johnson Pre-med Scholarship

An annual award given by alumnus William Slivka, Class of 1953, in recognition of Russell W. Johnson, biology professor at Bethel from 1951-1976, who excelled as a teacher and influenced the lives and careers of many students. It is to be awarded to the most promising junior who is a pre-medical student. (EAJ100)

Janice Turnblom Jorgensen Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship, given by the husband of Janice Turnblom, was originally established at Mounds Midway School of Nursing from which Mrs. Jorgensen was a graduate. The scholarship was transferred to Bethel University in 1993. Grants are given to Bethel nursing program students planning employment in the nursing home field upon graduation. (EAJ102)

Deubener Juenemann Students of Color Scholarship

This scholarship is given in memory of Deubener Juenemann to undergraduate students of color who demonstrate financial need. (EAJ103)

Gladys Kleinsasser Memorial Scholarship for Medical Mission

This scholarship is awarded to any undergraduate upperclass student with a 2.5 GPA or higher, who has an intention and/or career goal of medical mission. (EAK108)

Jeff Koenigsberg Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is established in loving memory of Jeff, who died of cancer in 1996 at the age of 13. It is intended to be awarded to a promising art student with financial need, who demonstrates unique and genuine talent, in recognition of Jeff’s unique personality, creative nature, and promising artistic ability. This scholarship is intended for returning students majoring in visual arts, upon the recommendation and confirmation of the art department faculty, as an encouragement to students to develop their God-given gifts within a Christian environment. (EAK109)

Gunnar Kronholm Business Scholarship

In honor of former banker, Bethel administrator, and adjunct faculty member Gunnar Kronholm whose life exemplifies faithful Christian service and ethical business practice, this scholarship is awarded to students majoring in business in the College of Arts & Sciences. (EAK110)

C. Richard Lane Multicultural Student Memorial Scholarship

This gift has been given to encourage multicultural students in all areas of their college life. The award is given to multicultural students with financial need and demonstrated qualities of leadership and character. (EAL117)

John A. and Ethel M. Lee Journalism Scholarship

An annual scholarship is given to a student who shows interest and proficiency in journalism and has financial need. Proceeds from the Martin Erickson Memorial Scholarship partially fund this scholarship. (EAL107)

Emily L. Lewis Scholarship

The fund awards worthy students who demonstrate financial need, with preference given to those pursuing a teaching career. (EAL112)

Harold and Gertrude Lidbom Memorial Scholarship

Several annual scholarships are given in memory of Harold and Gertrude Lidbom. (EAL114)

Dwight Lindbloom Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to education majors in good standing who anticipate a career in public education teaching. (EAL115)

David and Richard Lissner Memorial Scholarship

An annual scholarship is given in memory of David Lissner, former president of the Bethel Foundation, and in memory of his son, Richard Lissner, to a student who demonstrates financial need, with preference given to a student from a rural area. (EAL116)

James R. Lonn Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a student who has a 2.0 GPA or above and who demonstrates financial need. (EAL118)

Margaret Magnuson Scholarship

Established by Dr. Warren Magnuson in memory of his wife in appreciation for kindness and care shown her by the staff of Friendship Village of Bloomington, the scholarship is awarded to students pursuing nursing or related caring professions who have been/are/desire to be employed by Friendship Village of Bloomington. (EAM120)

Pearl B. Magnuson Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need, in remembrance of the life of Pearl Magnuson. (EAM121)

Wilbur and Ruth Marker Music Scholarship

The scholarship is available to a worthy music student in the university’s College of Arts & Sciences who demonstrates financial need. (EAM122)

Katie Marriott Scholarship

Several awards are made annually to undergraduate music students (preferably band members) and to nursing students with financial need and Christian character. (EAM123, EAM124)

James and Norma Mason Speech Scholarship

This award is given annually to a deserving upper-division student in the area of speech. (EAM125)

Dr. Ruth Eckert McComb Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to an upperclass undergraduate student who demonstrates financial need and who has excellent academic performance along with a deep commitment to Christ and His service. (EAM126)

Minnesota Multicultural Student Endowment Fund

This award is given to promote educational opportunities for Minnesota multicultural students who demonstrate financial need. The funds in this endowment are provided by the St. Paul Companies. (EAM128, EAM129)

Minnesota Private College Fund Scholarships

The Minnesota Private College Fund provides more than 40 annual scholarships for Bethel University students. These scholarships are funded by the generous donations of private businesses and foundations, such as American Express, B.C. Gamble and P.W. Skogmo Fund of the Minneapolis Foundation, Buuck Family Foundation, Cargill, Casey Albert T., Medtronic, Meslow First Generation Scholar, Minnesota Mutual, Minnesota Power, Northern States Power, Rahr, St. Paul Companies, Thrivent Financial Community Service Scholarship, U.S. Bank, UPS, Wells Fargo, and The West Group. Recipients are selected by the Office of University Financial Aid from eligible financial aid applicants.

Minority Student Endowment Fund

This award is given out of concern for promoting educational opportunities for worthy minority students who demonstrate financial need. The funds for this endowment are made available in memory of Pamela Baltz, Sabina Gustafson, and Berta Osbeck. (EAM130)

Missionaries’ and Pastors’ Dependents Scholarship

These scholarships are awarded to dependents of missionaries and pastors who demonstrate financial need and academic potential. (EAM131, EAM132)

JoAnn Moberg Memorial/Friends of Bethel Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship is given, in honor of the memory of JoAnn Moberg’s life of dedication to God, family, and ministry through nursing, to junior or senior nursing students who demonstrate financial need as well as academic excellence and service to Christ. It is funded by family, friends, and the Friends of Bethel. (Formerly known as the Bethel Auxiliary, FOB is a group of volunteers who meet regularly to pray for Bethel and provide student scholarships and faculty grants.) JoAnn’s life was marked by Christian love, a humble spirit, and academic excellence. JoAnn was an FOB member since its founding in 1991. (EAM133)

Mounds Midway Nursing Scholarships

Five scholarships are awarded annually to incoming freshmen who intend to major in nursing and who demonstrate financial need. These scholarships are renewable for the sophomore, junior, and senior years, provided the recipient remains a nursing student in good standing and continues to demonstrate need. This scholarship is intended to continue the fine tradition of educating Christian nurses who began at the Mounds Midway School of Nursing under the sponsorship of the Baptist Hospital Fund. (EAM141, EAM143)

Mounds Midway School of Nursing Memorial Scholarship

Established by alumni of Mounds Midway School of Nursing in honor and in memory of its students and faculty, the fund is used to assist worthy Bethel University undergraduate nursing students who demonstrate financial need. (EAM145)

James R. Mullins Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established in memory of James R. Mullins, Class of 1969, to assist any students who demonstrate financial need. (EAM134)

Raymond and Esther Jorgenson Mullins Memorial Scholarship Fund

In memory of Raymond and Esther Jorgenson Mullins, this scholarship will be awarded to worthy Bethel University students in the College of Arts & Sciences who demonstrate financial need. (EAM135)

Vera Narregang Piano Scholarship

This scholarship was established in appreciation of Vera Narregang. It is awarded annually to an outstanding piano emphasis music major upon the recommendation of the faculty of the Department of Music. (EAN136)

Stephen F. Nelson Memorial Scholarship

Established in memory of Bethel alumnus Stephen Nelson who taught high school physics and had a business career at Honeywell, this fund is to encourage future generations to honor and glorify God as they pursue their studies at Bethel and their careers. (EAN144)

Arthur and Kathleen Newcombe Memorial Scholarship

This endowment is given by Garvin and Lynne McGettrick in memory of Lynne’s parents to provide private music lessons for students of evident Christian commitment, musical ability, and financial need. (EAN138)

“Nontraditional Age” Scholarship

An annual award is made to enable a student of nontraditional age who would otherwise lack sufficient funds to attend Bethel University. (EAN140)

John Nordquist Memorial Music Scholarship

This music scholarship is awarded to a serious performer whose aim is to glorify God through his or her art. (EAN142)

Gertrude Nyborg Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship has been given in memory of Miss Gertrude Nyborg by Mrs. Carl A. Schultz of Meriden, Conn. The recipient must have a cumulative GPA of 3.6 or better. (EAN146)

Marvin T. Nystrom Scholarship Endowment

This annual scholarship is awarded to a deserving student who demonstrates financial need without designation of any particular discipline. The recipient must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and be a U.S. citizen. The award is made to a student who will be a junior during the first year of the award, and will be renewed during the senior year if the student continues to meet the above requirements. (EAN147)

Lloyd M. and Elsie B. Olson Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship should be awarded to worthy Bethel University students in the College of Arts & Sciences from Forest City, Iowa. First consideration will be given to first-year students who demonstrate financial need. The award may be renewed after the first year. (EAO148)

Pamela G. Olson Mathematics/Physics Scholarship

The fund was established to assist worthy Bethel University students who demonstrate financial need and who are majoring in mathematics or physics in the College of Arts & Sciences. The award is available to undergraduates and is renewable if an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher is maintained.

Karl A. Olsson Memorial Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to Bethel University students enrolled in the nursing program. (EA0149)

Oscar E. and Mary Ostling Memorial Scholarship

Awards are granted to worthy Bethel undergraduate students in memory of Oscar and Mary Ostling, Swedish immigrants and active members of Salem Baptist Church of Chicago. The Ostlings were involved in establishing the world mission board of the Baptist General Conference and with women’s ministries of the conference. (EAO151)

Ruth M. Palmquist Scholarship

A scholarship is given from the estate of Mrs. Jennie Thornburg Jennings for a female student needing financial assistance. (EAP152)

David A. Parod Memorial Scholarship

An annual award is made to an athlete in his or her junior year. The recipient must have a GPA of at least 2.0. (EAP153)

Muriel Paulson Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to any Bethel University student working toward a degree in Christian education. The recipient must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. (EAP154)

Pepsi Cola Company and Bethel Campus Store

Established with funding from the Pepsi-Cola Company, this scholarship is awarded to a student with financial need who comes from a single-parent home. (EAP155)

Thomas A. Perkins Memorial Music Scholarship

This scholarship is given to assist worthy music majors who demonstrate financial need. (EAP156)

Bertha Petersen Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship has been established by an endowment from Bertha Petersen’s estate to assist worthy students. An annual award is made to a student who has a 3.6 cumulative GPA. (EAP157)

Bob Peterson Business Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a freshman who demonstrates financial need and who intends to major in business, participates in extracurricular activities, demonstrates spiritual leadership, ranks in the upper third of high school class, and has a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. Renewable for up to three years if recipient is a business major, involved in extracurricular activities, has a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, and demonstrates leadership in campus ministry activities. It may be awarded to a sophomore or junior business major who demonstrates financial need and is involved in extracurricular and campus ministry activities upon recommendation of faculty or staff (if freshman not available). (EAP158)

Doraine Peterson Business Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a freshman who demonstrates financial need, has declared an interest to major in business, and who maintains extracurricular participation in music. The recipient should demonstrate spiritual leadership, involvement in campus activities, and must have a 3.2 GPA while in high school. The scholarship may be awarded to an upperclassman if a freshman candidate is not available. This scholarship is renewable for up to three years if the student continues to meet the above listed qualifications and maintains a 3.0 overall GPA. (EAP159)

Sena Petry Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student selected by the scholarship committee. (EAP160)

Virginia E. and Susan J. Port Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is given annually by Dr. Wilbert Port in memory of his wife, Virginia, and his daughter, Susan. Susan graduated from Bethel in 1975 and was a member of the Bethel Choir. This award is given to a member of the Bethel Choir who is in need of financial assistance. (EAP161)

Professor’s Restaurant Scholarship

This award is given each year to a Bethel University athlete who has demonstrated financial need and exemplary Christian character, who has made a constructive contribution to campus life, and who is making academic progress. (EAP163)

Reader’s Digest Foundation Scholarship

Four annual scholarships are awarded from a fund provided by Reader’s Digest to students with superior academic standing who demonstrate financial need. (EAR165)

Harold and Velma Rixe Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is given in memory of Mr. and Mrs. Rixe to undergraduate students selected by the scholarship committee. (EAR164)

Rocky Mountain Scholarship

An annual award is given to a student who represents the Rocky Mountain Baptist Conference area, possesses leadership potential in terms of Christian character, and demonstrates financial need. In the event no student from the Rocky Mountain area qualifies, it may be given to a student from another area. The award may be granted to one student or may be divided among two or more. (EAR168)

Betty Royer Memorial Piano Scholarship

This scholarship was established in appreciation of Betty Royer. It is awarded annually to an outstanding piano-emphasis music major upon the recommendation of the faculty of the Department of Music. (EAR172)

Betty Royer Memorial Voice Scholarship

This scholarship was established in appreciation of Betty Royer. It is awarded annually to an outstanding voice-emphasis music major upon the recommendation of the faculty of the Department of Music. (EAR169)

Bernard A. and Winnie L. Rust Christian Ministry Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded annually to an undergraduate student preparing for Christian ministry. (EAR170)

Bernard A. and Winnie L. Rust Music Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded annually to an undergraduate student majoring or minoring in music. (EAR171)

Alice L. Ryan Memorial Scholarship Fund

This scholarship is given in memory of Alice L. Ryan, her love for God, and commitment to students. It is given to students in the College of Arts & Sciences in the elementary education degree program who demonstrate financial need. (EAR208)

Dr. Russell and Inez Sather Scholarship for Elementary Education

This scholarship is awarded to students majoring in elementary education. Recipients must be recommended by the faculty and maintain a 3.0 or better GPA. Preference will be given first to students from Polk, Red Lake, Marshall, Pennington, Norman, Kittson, Lake of the Woods, Mahnomen, and Clearwater counties in Minnesota. Awarding will commence in the sophomore year and continue through the senior year. (EAS173)

Dr. Russell and Inez Sather Scholarship for the Health Sciences

This scholarship is awarded to students majoring in a health care professional program. Recipients must be recommended by the faculty and maintain a 3.0 or better GPA. Preference will be given first to students from Polk, Red Lake, Marshall, Pennington, Norman, Kittson, Lake of the Woods, Mahnomen, and Clearwater counties in Minnesota. Awarding will commence in the sophomore year and continue through the senior year. (EAS175)

Lucille M. Saxon Scholarship in Missions

This scholarship is awarded annually to an upperclass undergraduate student who has indicated serious interest in a missions career and is exhibiting interest through success in appropriate course work and missions-related extracurricular activities. (EAS174)

Myrtle M. Shaver Memorial Nursing Scholarships

Several scholarships are awarded annually to Bethel University students working toward a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. (EAS176)

W. Robert Smith Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a student of any concentration or vocational goal who expresses serious interest in serving in a leadership capacity in an evangelical Christian church. This award is in honor of Dr. W. Robert Smith who was an intern pastor at Trinity Bible Church in Phoenix, Ariz. The recipient shall be at least a junior, attain and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA, demonstrate need, give evidence of future success, and be recommended by the major professor and department instructional personnel. (EAS178)

Bill and Becky Ann Stewart Scholarship

An annual scholarship is provided by Bill and Becky Ann Stewart for students who desire to enter a Christian field of endeavor or who wish to be effective in spreading the word of Christ as lay persons in a profession of their choice. (EAS180)

Mr. and Mrs. Sidney L. Stolte Scholarship

This scholarship is given annually in memory of Mr. and Mrs. Sidney L. Stolte to a senior who has shown leadership, character, and scholastic achievement and is preparing to serve God in world missions. (EAS181)

Elvira M. Svard Scholarship

The fund awards worthy students who demonstrate financial need and who are pursuing a teaching career. (EAS182)

Theatre Arts Scholarship

This performance scholarship is awarded by Department of Theatre faculty to encourage outstanding drama students. (EAT009)

Ron Tschetter/Dain Rauscher Scholarship

Established in honor of Ron Tschetter by the Dain Rauscher Foundation for his years of service, the fund awards worthy junior and senior students who are pursuing a career in business. Qualified applicants will be required to demonstrate financial need. (EAT183)

Ralph E. Twite Memorial Scholarship

Two annual scholarships are awarded to third- or fourth-year students in music and business (one scholarship in each area). Recipients must be the top students in their major. (EAT184, EAT185)

Frank J. and Eileen J. Voth Scholarship

This fund is established in honor of the ministry of Frank and Eileen Voth with deep gratitude to God for His provision throughout their life together. Awards are given to children of Baptist General Conference pastors or missionaries who show academic promise and who demonstrate financial need. (EAV186)

Wallendorf Scholarship Endowment

This scholarship has been established by Paul Wallendorf, Class of 1926, in loving memory of his wife, Helen, and his daughter, Barbara. It is awarded annually to students who demonstrate financial need with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.6. (EAW187)

Maurice and Germaine Wessman Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded in memory of Maurice (Duff) Wessman and Germaine (Gerry) Wessman who loved the Lord and His Bethel with all their hearts. (EAW190)

Wheelock Parkway Baptist Church Memorial Scholarship

Upon the dissolution of the Wheelock Parkway Baptist Church, it was decided to establish a scholarship fund to assist Bethel University students who demonstrate Christian commitment and character, maintain academic achievement, and demonstrate financial need. (EAW191)

Bill and Ruth Widen Memorial Scholarship

An annual scholarship is given to a female student with ultimate plans for missionary nursing or other missionary service. (EAW196)

Helen E. Widen Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student selected by the Scholarship Committee who demonstrates financial need. (EAW194)

Margaret E. Widen Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded in memory of Margaret E. Widen to a Bethel University student. (EAW195)

Mildred M. Widen Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded in memory of Mildred M. Widen to a Bethel University student. (EAW197)

Wilmot Road Baptist Church Scholarship

Upon the dissolution of the Wilmot Road Baptist Church, its members decided to establish a scholarship fund to assist Bethel University students. (EAW198)

Alfred J. and Rosalie Wingblade Scholarship

A scholarship is given as a memorial to Alfred and Rosalie Wingblade’s 42 years of service to Bethel. A.J. Wingblade served as principal of Bethel Academy beginning in 1907 and as professor of Greek and Christian education in the college. The award is given to a promising student who has demonstrated aptitude for the use of the Greek language in New Testament studies. (EAW199)

Whirlpool—Fern A. Worm Scholarship

This scholarship is given in memory of Fern A. Worm, who worked as chief nurse for Whirlpool in St. Paul, Minn., for 29 years. It is awarded to an upperclass Bethel University student with a nursing major. (EAW192)

David F. and Vicki D. Ylkanen Scholarship Fund

This scholarship is given by the Ylkanens, recognizing their lifelong interest in young people and education. It is awarded to students majoring in business, communication, education, or nursing who demonstrate financial need and whose Christian faith and witness are evident.