About the scholarship
The Dean and Vay Lousberg Scholarship Fund was established to help aid in the financing of continuing education for graduating students from Northeastern Colorado high schools.
Scholarship amount: $2,000
Number of awards: 3
Scholarship awards are one-time awards. The amounts awarded to a selected recipient may be used for the cost of attendance. All scholarships will be paid directly to the recipient’s school and must be used for the upcoming academic year. Award disbursement is contingent upon the outside scholarship policies of a recipient’s college or university.
Eligibility
- Be a student who is graduating or has graduated from one of the following high schools: Haxtun High School, Sterling High School, Caliche High School, Fleming High School, Merino High School, or Prairie High School.
- Applicants do not have to be current graduating seniors; students who have graduated from one of the aforementioned high schools and are already enrolled in continuing education may still apply.
- Have financial need
- Have a GPA of 3.0 or above
About Dean and Vay Lousberg
Dean and Vay Lousberg, both hailing from farming families in Northeastern Colorado, have deep-rooted connections to their community. Vay’s career as a teacher and her extensive volunteer work exemplifies her commitment to serving others. In their dedication to education and community support, they created this scholarship to provide financial assistance to graduating students from Northeastern Colorado high schools. The scholarship aims to assist these students in pursuing further education, empowering them to achieve their academic and career goals.
“I deeply and sincerely want to thank you for choosing me for this scholarship that will greatly help me further my education. I have relentlessly worked towards furthering my degree while trying to balance working full-time and raising four small children. I graduate from Northeastern Junior College’s nursing program this month, and I plan on finishing up my bachelor’s in nursing and applying for a Masters in nursing upon getting my degree. My future goal is to get my Masters in either Family Medicine or Psychiatry. Education has always been a passion of mine and something that I have shoved aside for a long time so that I could be a parent first. That leap of faith is the reason why I will become a Registered Nurse in a few short days. Your donation is greatly appreciated, and I am so thankful that you chose me to be the recipient of your scholarship.”
“Thank you so much for your generous support through this scholarship program. This scholarship will play a key role in helping me pursue my dream of becoming an extension agent specializing in 4-H Youth Leadership Development. I will be majoring in Agricultural Education, and my long-term goal is to work with youth to promote leadership, personal growth, and agricultural knowledge, just as others have done for me through 4-H and FFA. Your investment in my education means more than words can express, and it brings me one step closer to making a meaningful impact in rural communities.”
“I am deeply honored to have been selected for this scholarship. It serves as a reminder of the importance of hard work, dedication, and the kindness of individuals like yourself who are committed to supporting students in their educational endeavors. Rest assured, I will use this scholarship to its fullest potential, striving for excellence in my studies and actively contributing to my community. Your generosity has inspired me to pay it forward in the future, assisting others as you have graciously assisted me. Once again, thank you from the bottom of my heart for your generosity and belief in my abilities. Your support has made a significant difference in my life, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity you have provided me.”
“I am writing with gratitude and deep appreciation for selecting me as a recipient of the Dean and Vay Lousberg Scholarship and the Eastern Colorado Scholarship. Your scholarships are making college a possibility for me, and will help me to achieve my academic goals. My current plans are to finish my Associate of Science degree at Northeastern Junior College. After that, I plan on transferring to a Colorado University to complete my Bachelor’s and Master’s in the field of Chemistry or Astrophysics. My dream is to go on and complete my Doctoral degree after that. I would love to have a career working for NASA or SpaceX. It is hard to put into words how much this scholarship means to me, but please know that I am incredibly thankful for your support. Your generosity in forging the future for students like me is an investment in our world for future generations. Thank you again for investing in my future.”
“I want to express my heartfelt thanks for selecting me as a recipient of the Dean and Vay Lousberg Scholarships. It means so much to receive this generous support, and I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity it provides. This scholarship not only eases the financial stress of pursuing my education, but it also motivates me to continue working hard toward my academic and career goals. I’m committed to making the most of this opportunity and hope to one day give back and help other students achieve their dreams, just as you’ve helped me.”
