Institutional Scholarships

(alphabetical by last name)

The amounts listed for the individual scholarships are average awards and based on the availability of funding.

ADRIANSON, MICHAEL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Open to Gogebic, Ontonagon, Iron County, Michigan, male high school graduates who have competed in basketball and shown outstanding ability. Applicants must try out for the GCC basketball team. $700 (1)

ARC OF GOGEBIC COUNTY SCHOLARSHIP

Open to full-time students of GCC who are majoring in a special education or human services career. The recipient must reside in Gogebic County and maintain a grade point average of 2.5. $400 (1)

ATHLETIC HERITAGE SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Students must be a member of the GCC basketball team and in good academic standing. Recipients may be either female or male and attend GCC on a full-time basis. Awards range from $200-800 per year.

AUKEE, ESKO AND VIRGINIA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

The recipient must have freshman status and be enrolled in an academic transfer program. The student must be a graduate of a Gogebic County high school and have an academic standing in the lower 50% of their class. The student shall be an average GPA student who has a history of being active in student activities. $500 (1)

BESSEMER’S A.D. JOHNSTON ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP FUND

The recipient must be a graduate of or have attended A.D. Johnston High School in Bessemer, MI and be a full-time student at GCC. The award is not limited to any specific academic or technical program. The recipient may be a traditional or non-traditional student. $250 (1)

BLOSHENKO, VIOLET ANDERSON SCHOLARSHIP

Open to second year Nursing students who are residents of Gogebic County. If there are no qualified applicants from Gogebic County preference will be given to residents of Iron County, Wisconsin. $100 (1)

BUCHKO, MICHAEL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Open to sophomore students majoring in mental health related field. Selection is based upon prior academic performance, financial need and instructor recommendation. $100 (1)

BUILDING TRADES SCHOLARSHIP

The recipient must be enrolled in the Building Trades Program and be in good academic standing with Gogebic Community College. There are no geographical residency restrictions for this scholarship. $1,000 (5)

CALLIGARO ON-CAMPUS HOUSING SCHOLARSHIP

The recipient must be a full-time student of GCC and must maintain a 3.0 GPA as well as be in good standing with the College. The scholarship will be awarded to students who are living in on-campus housing. Financial need may be considered. $1,000 (2)

CARUSO, NANCY SCHOLARSHIP

Open to sophomore students with at least a 3.0 grade point average who demonstrate financial need. $100 (1)

CHAPUT-HUOTARI ALICE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to a resident of Gogebic (MI) or Iron County (WI). The student must have a 3.0 GPA or better and be majoring in an Allied Health Degree Program. The student can have either freshmen or sophomore standing. $100 (1)

CHIANTELLO, ORESTE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Students who have demonstrated financial need will be given priority. The scholarship will be awarded to a freshman student with a 2.0 or better GPA who plans on transferring to a four year university to receive their Baccalaureate degree. $100 (1)

CONCERNED HEARTS CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

Open to second year students enrolled in the Associate Degree Nursing Program with a minimum first year GPA of 2.75. Applicant must be a resident of the school district in Ironwood, Bessemer, Wakefield, or Hurley. Awards are based on need and academic performance with special consideration given to students interested in specializing in cardiac patient care. $100 (1)

DAHLEN, MARY P. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Open to an incoming freshman majoring in business with orientation toward the banking profession. Must have cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better and be a resident of Gogebic County, Michigan, or Iron County, Wisconsin. $200 (1)

DAHLIN, GENE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to full-time students working toward an Associate of Applied Business degree. Preference will be given to Upper Michigan/Northern Wisconsin applicants with a 2.8 or better grade point average. Preference will also be given to students who are participating in the intercollegiate basketball program. $500 (2)

DEFELICE, ARMAND MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to a sophomore student enrolled in a business related transfer or occupational program. Priority is given to the student with the highest academic standing; financial need is optional. $100 (1)

ERICKSON, RUTGER F. & ASTRID LORENSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to a graduate of L.L. Wright High School who has demonstrated strong academic achievement. $500 (2)

ERWIN COMMUNITY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded annually to an entering freshman from Erwin Township. Application should be made through the Erwin Community Club.

FARRELL, COACH MEN’S BASKETBALL SCHOLARSHIP

Open to students who are residents of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan or the Wisconsin reciprocity area. Applicants must have and maintain a 2.5 grade point average and be either a full-time or part-time student. Awarded to students who demonstrate a financial need based on their FAFSA information. $400 (1)

FINCO/FAFFORD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to a sophomore student who is majoring in Criminal Justice. The student must be a resident of Iron (WI) or Gogebic (MI) County. Primary award selection is based on an assessment of academic standing with secondary consideration given to financial need. $500 (2)

FORSLUND, CLARENCE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Open to full-time sophomore students who have a 3.5 GPA. The student must be enrolled in an accounting or business/finance program. The recipient must be a graduate of a Gogebic County, MI or Iron County, WI high school. $200 (1)

GERTZ, DENISE (COHEN) MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Open to high school graduates from Gogebic County or Hurley, Wisconsin, who are returning sophomores with a minimum G.P.A. of 3.25. The order of priority of academic major will be: 1) Pre-Law; 2) Pre-Medicine; 3) Foreign Languages; 4) Associate of Arts-Transfer. $800 (1)

GHELLER, LOUIS A. ENDOWED MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Open to freshmen or sophomore students who are majoring in a vocational technical program. Students must have demonstrated high school or college scholastic, vocational, athletic, musical, and/or student leadership. Participation in extracurricular school or community projects will be taken into consideration. The scholarship is based on financial need and the applicant’s lack of financial ability to otherwise attend GCC will be reviewed. $300 (2)

GOGEBIC COMMUNITY COLLEGE EMPLOYEE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Open to sophomore students with full-time status and a 3.0 or higher grade point average. The applicants are not limited to any geographical location or program of study. $500 (1)

GOGEBIC COMMUNITY COLLEGE FACULTY ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded by the GCC faculty members of the Michigan Education Association to a returning student who has excelled academically. $500 (1)

GOGEBIC COMMUNITY COLLEGE FACULTY ASSOCIATION VOCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to a student in a one year vocational program. GCC faculty members of the Michigan Education Association award the scholarship. The student must have a GPA of 3.0 or better. The award is made in December and currently enrolled students are given the opportunity to apply. $250 (1)

GOGEBIC COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to students who have demonstrated excellent scholastic achievement, participated in extracurricular activities and defined a clear set of educational goals. The scholarship is not limited to any geographical location or grade level. $500 (1)

GOGEBIC COMMUNITY COLLEGE HONOR SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to students who have achieved a 3.0 GPA or higher. The recipient must have participated in extra-curricular and community activities as well as stated their career and educational goals in a concise and clear manner on the scholarship application. There are no program or geographical residency restrictions on the scholarship. Amounts vary.

GOGEBIC COMMUNITY COLLEGE PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP

The recipient must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and be involved in various community and extra-curricular activities. Students must express their academic and career goals in a clear and concise manner. Recipients should be full-time students pursuing an occupational or transfer degree program. $1,000 (1)

GOGEBIC COUNTY RETIRED SCHOOL PERSONNEL SCHOLARSHIP

Open to Gogebic County residents who are pursuing a career in teaching. The student must have achieved sophomore standing and have a GPA of 3.0 or better. $300 (1)

HAKALA, JOHN B. AND MAE M. SCHOLARSHIP

Open to students with a 3.0 GPA or better who have demonstrated leadership abilities. The student must be attending full-time and participate in school and community activities. $500 (1)

HEALY, RUTH M. ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to the top ranking senior graduating from L.L. Wright High School attending GCC the following year. The amount of the award is based upon the cost of full tuition and fees for first and second semester.

IRONWOOD BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S CLUB SCHOLARSHIPS

Awarded to a returning sophomore attending full-time with a first year GPA of 3.25 or better. The applicant must have graduated from a high school located in Gogebic County or Iron County, WI. Award is based on a combination of academic achievement, financial need and concise outline of career plans. $300 (2)

IRONWOOD KIWANIS CLUB FRESHMAN SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to a graduating senior from L.L. Wright High School who has demonstrated outstanding academic achievement, citizenship, and participation in school activities and plans to attend GCC on a full-time basis. $300 (1)

IRONWOOD KIWANIS CLUB SOPHOMORE SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to a returning GCC sophomore who is a resident of Ironwood, Ironwood Township, or Erwin Township. The applicant must be a full-time student with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of high academic achievement, citizenship, and service to the community and college. $300 (1)

IRONWOOD-HURLEY ROTARY CLUB SOPHOMORE SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to a returning GCC sophomore who is a resident of the Ironwood-Hurley area. The applicant must be a full-time student with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. The scholarship award is based upon financial need, other forms of financial aid available to the student, scholastic achievement and future aims and goals. $500 (1)

IRONWOOD-HURLEY ROTARY CLUB VOCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to a freshman student who is attending GCC full-time. Student must have a high school GPA of 3.0 or better and reside in the Ironwood/Hurley area. A financial aid form must be filed with the GCC Financial Aid Office for a determination of need. The student must be enrolled in a vocational program. $500 (1)

IRONWOOD WOMAN’S CLUB FRESHMAN SCHOLARSHIP

Open to seniors of L.L. Wright High School who will be attending GCC. $100 (1)

IRONWOOD WOMAN’S CLUB SOPHOMORE SCHOLARSHIP

Open to residents of Ironwood, Ironwood Township, and graduates of L.L. Wright High School who have successfully completed their freshman year at GCC and will enroll the following year as a sophomore at GCC. $100 (1)

JALONEN, HELEN EDUCATION MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Open to sophomore students who are majoring in elementary education. Students need to demonstrate a strong commitment to children. Priority is given to students who show financial need. $500 (1)

JALONEN, ISAAC AND OLGA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Open to students who are majoring in an environmental, art, or elementary education degree transfer program. The recipients are not limited to any geographical location or grade level. $500 (1)

JAREK, AILEEN HIETANEN NURSING SCHOLARSHIP

The recipient must be a full-time student enrolled in the nursing program at GCC. The award will be given to students who maintain a 3.0 GPA. There are no geographical restrictions on the scholarship. $100 (1)

JOHNSON, WILLIAM SCHOLARSHIP

Open to freshman or sophomore students with a 3.0 grade point average. Students must be a graduate of Luther L. Wright High School and major in radio communications, ski area management or music. $150 (1)

JOSEPHSON, RAGNAR AND IRENE ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

The student must have graduated from a Gogebic County, MI or Iron County, WI high school with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. The recipients can either be freshmen or sophomores with full-time status. There will be three $300 scholarships awarded annually to one student majoring in nursing, one student majoring in business, and one student majoring in any academic program.

KEWEENAW LAND ASSOCIATION, LIMITED SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to a qualified student enrolled or accepted for admission in one of the related areas of natural resources. The scholarship is open to a freshman or returning sophomore who graduated from a Gogebic County high school. $250 (1)

KIWANIS AUTOMOTIVE AWARD IN MEMORY OF LAURI LAHTI

Awarded to a sophomore student enrolled in the Automotive Technology Program. The scholarship is open to a student who graduated from a Gogebic County high school. $100 (1)

KRAUSE, JOSEPH F. AND JUDITH A. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Open to students who are attending full-time. The recipient must be a high school graduate of Gogebic or Iron counties and have a GPA of 3.0 or better. The award is given to the student with the greatest financial need. $100 (1)

KRELL, DORIS M. BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Applicants can be either an incoming freshman or a returning sophomore seeking an Associate Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Secretarial Science. Students must demonstrate financial need and have a minimum GPA of 3.0. $500 (1)

KRIZMANICH, MARY M. & TONY J. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

The recipient should be a full-time student with sophomore status who has graduated from a high school in Gogebic County. Students should be in a business program with emphasis on pre-engineering or drafting. Recipients must maintain and have a minimum GPA of 2.5. $100 (1)

LADIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Open to returning sophomores based primarily on need but also on academic merit. Applicant must have been raised and attended high school within a 60 mile radius of Ironwood. $200 (1)

LADY SAMSON ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP

Open to female students who have competed in basketball and shown outstanding ability. Applicants must try out for the Gogebic Lady Samson basketball team. Amounts vary.

LAFORGE, MARGARET RUTH MEMORIAL NURSING SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to a student enrolled in the Licensed Practical Nursing Program. The student must have good academic standing and financial need. $100 (1)

LEHTINEN-WAINIO SCHOLARSHIP

Open to freshman students who have excelled academically and have demonstrated a strong commitment to community and school activities. Strong leadership skills as well as personal accomplishments will be taken into consideration. $275 (1)

LEVINSTEIN, MOSES AND MARY ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to a full-time student with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 or higher. The recipient can be either a freshman or sophomore and is not limited to any geographical location. $750 (1)

LINDBERG, EDNA M. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

The student must be enrolled in a degree seeking program with at least a three-quarter-time attendance. The recipient is not limited to any specific geographic location or academic program and can be either a freshman or sophomore student. Awarding will be based on outstanding academic achievement. $200 (1)

LORENSON FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

Applicants may be full-time or part-time students and are not limited to any geographic location or high school attended. Students may have either freshman or sophomore status and can be enrolled in any program of study. Students need to have and maintain a 3.0 grade point average. $1,000 (2)

LUND, ALFRED “CLIFF” ANNUAL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

The student must be a non-traditional student, with a family from Gogebic County and can either be a full-time or part-time student. The applicant must have sophomore status with at least a 2.5 grade point average. $100 (1)

LUND, VERNER J. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to sophomore students majoring in computer-related programs. The students must be graduates of high schools in Gogebic County or Iron County, WI, in good academic standing with financial need. $400 (1)

MORICHETTI, SERAFINA A. (“SUDS”) AND MADELEINE M. MEMORIAL NURSING SCHOLARSHIP

Awards will be given to full-time students in the LPN or Associate Degree Nursing Program. Preference will be given to residents of Iron County, Wisconsin or Gogebic County, Michigan. The recipient must maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.5. $500 (2)

NASI, BRIAN T. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Applicants must be enrolled in the Building Trades or Construction Technology Program and have freshman status. Students should be enrolled full-time and must maintain a 2.5 GPA. $200 (1)

OJIBWAY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY EMPLOYEE CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

The recipient should be a full-time student majoring in criminal justice or corrections. The scholarship is restricted to students from the following counties: Iron County, WI; Gogebic County, MI; Ontonagon County, MI; or Iron County, MI. The scholarship should be awarded to a freshman student and there are no GPA restrictions. $200 (2)

PAKONEN, ARTHUR AND ALMA ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to a descendant of Arthur or Alma Pakonen. Second choice is given to a student of Erwin Township. The student will be a full-time student with the greatest amount of financial need. $200 (1)

PAOLI, MARY AND LOUIS SCHOLARSHIP

The recipient should be a full-time student and enrolled in a business administration degree transfer program. The recipient must also be from Gogebic County, MI or Iron County, WI and should maintain a 2.5-3.0 GPA. $200 (1)

PATRICK, JOHN & KATIE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Open to a second year associate degree nursing student with a minimum first year GPA of 2.75. The applicant must be a resident of Ironwood, Bessemer, Wakefield, or Hurley. Priority will be given to the student with greatest financial need who has demonstrated interest in coronary care. $300 (1)

PISCA, GEORGE FRANCIS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Open to high school graduates from Gogebic County who have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Students must be enrolled in a program leading to a baccalaureate degree. Selection will be based on GPA, citizenship, and character. $300 (1)

PLESH, STEVEN R. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Open to both freshmen and sophomore applicants from the Gogebic Range with demonstrated academic talent. Special consideration will be given to students enrolled in a business-related field of study. Citizenship, leadership, community involvement and financial need may also be considered. $150 (1)

PROSEK, WALTER F. SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to freshmen students who have graduated from Hurley High School with a 3.0 or higher GPA. The students must be full- time and are not limited to any specific academic program. $1,000 (3)

RAJKOVICH, JOHN ENDOWED FUND

Open to students who are attending full-time and have a GPA of 3.0 or better. The student can either be a freshman or sophomore and must exhibit leadership skills in the community as well as the school. $500 (4)

ROONI, LEONARD AND LORRAINE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Applicants can either be enrolled as a full-time or part-time student and have an interest in the Gogebic range area. Students must demonstrate a good work ethic as well as kindness towards others. $200 (1)

ROSSI, JENNIFER T.-WIMI/WJMS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to a full-time student from the Wisconsin counties of Ashland, Iron, Bayfield, Price, Vilas, or Oneida; or the Michigan counties of Gogebic or Ontonagon. The recipient must have and maintain a 2.5 or higher GPA. $200 (1)

SAMARDICH, GEORGE R. ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to full-time students with either a freshman or sophomore status. The recipient must have a 2.5 grade point average and is not limited to any program of study or geographical location. $500 (1)

SAMSON ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP

Open to male students who have competed in basketball and shown outstanding ability. Applicants must try out for the Gogebic Samson basketball team. Amounts vary.

SANTINI, TERESA ANN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to sophomore nursing students from the Gogebic Range who are returning to college while also raising a family. Both financial need and academic performance will be considered. $750 (3)

SELL, EARLE SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to students who have a GPA of 3.0 or better and are residents of Iron County, WI or Gogebic County. The student can either be a freshman or sophomore and should have a major in history, genealogy, archeology, or anthropology. The scholarship will be awarded to a financially deserving student. $100 (1)

SENDEK, EDWARD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to a sophomore student with a major in business or education. $100 (1)

SJOWALL, MARY LOUISE AND OSCAR EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP

Students must be enrolled full-time in an education degree transfer program. Awards are given to either freshman or sophomore students and are not limited to any specific geographic location. The recipient must have a 3.0 GPA or higher. $500 (1)

SOLIN, JACOB A. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Open to freshmen or sophomore students who have exhibited scholastic achievement. Student must be enrolled in either an academic or vocational degree program . Student financial need is optional. $200 (1)

SUPERIOR SNO-X, INC. SCHOLARSHIP

The recipient must be a full-time Ski Area Management student from Gogebic County, MI or Iron County, WI. The recipient shall have freshman status and will have graduated high school with a minimum of a 2.5 GPA. Preference will be given to single parents. $500 (1)

SWANSON, GUS ENDOWED VOCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP

Priority is given to students from the Ironwood (MI) Area School District. If there are no qualified recipients from Ironwood, the next priority are students in Gogebic County. Students must be majoring in the following programs to be eligible: Automotive Technology, Construction Technology, or Utility Technician. $750 (4)

SWANSON, ROBERT A. SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Awarded to either a freshman or sophomore student who is majoring in a business-related field. Students must exhibit scholastic achievement. $600 (1)

TABACCHI, ZERA F. SCHOLARSHIP

Students who graduate of the Ironwood Area Schools are eligible to apply. Recipients must be a sophomore student and be degree seeking. Students need to have a GPA of 2.5 or greater and exhibit some level of financial need. $350 (1)

TALASKA, RAYMOND R. ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Applicants should be full-time students enrolled in a two year business transfer program. The residency of the student is not limited to any geographic area. The student should have sophomore status with a 2.5 or higher grade point average. $200 (1)

TRIER’S SCHOLAR-ATHLETE SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Available to a Gogebic County or Hurley resident with an interest in sports who has demonstrated financial need as well as the ability to succeed academically. Preference will be given to former employees of Trier’s Drug Store. $400 (1)

VANDERMADE, G & J MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to incoming freshmen students who have excelled academically. The student must possess leadership skills as well as participate in community and school activities. $500 (1)

WELLS FARGO BANK, MICHIGAN ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP

Open to full-time students enrolled in a business degree program. The recipient shall be a high school graduate of Ironwood, Bessemer, or Wakefield schools in Michigan or Hurley or Mercer, WI schools. The award is made to a sophomore with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. $500 (1)

WILLIAMS, REGINALD T. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Available to a Gogebic County resident who has successfully completed his/her freshman year at GCC and will return the following year as sophomore. The applicant must be enrolled in an academic program. $100 (1)

WIRTANEN/MINDS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to students who are incoming freshmen and have achieved a 3.0 GPA or better. Students must have participated in extracurricular and community activities. Leadership, character, and communication skills will also be taken into consideration. $300 (1)

YELICH, LOUIS AND ANN MEMORIAL ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

Recipients must be graduates from a high school in Gogebic or Ontonagon Counties in MI, or from Iron or Ashland Counties in WI and graduated from high school with a minimum grade point average of 3.0. Students should have freshman, second semester status and maintain a 3.0 grade point average. Students must be attending GCC full-time. $100 (1)

YELICH, MARY LOUISE SCHOLARSHIP

Recipients must be graduates from a high school in Gogebic or Ontonagon Counties in MI, or from Iron or Ashland Counties in WI and graduated from high school with a minimum grade point average of 3.0. Students should have freshman, second semester status and maintain a 3.0 grade point average. Students must be attending GCC full-time. $100 (1)

ZIEM, RAYMOND AND ISABELLE ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

Open to freshmen or sophomore students who are attending full-time. Students who are descendants of either Raymond or Isabelle Ziem are given priority. If there is no direct descendent who applies, priority is then given to residents of Ironwood Township. Students with the greatest financial need among eligible applicants are given priority. $200 (1)

ZINN, JUDGE EUGENE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

The award will be given to a student who needs assistance in paying for their educational costs. The recipient’s financial need will be taken into consideration as well as any financial assistance the student is receiving. $1,000 (1)