Northland Awards $10K in Scholarships
Northland Area Federal Credit Union has awarded $10,025 in 2024 Jerry Erickson Higher Education Scholarships to ten local member students.
Northland leaders determined that the Jerry Erickson Scholarship program is a cornerstone of the company's commitment to education and the development of future leaders in our communities. The recipients, who are Northland members in good standing, with a minimum 3.00 grade point average, pursuing further education, are chosen through a rigorous process that evaluates their academic achievement, leadership, community service/involvement and essay content.
"Northland named the scholarship program after the late Jerry Erickson, a retired volunteer and Veteran who served the credit union for nearly 50 years," said CEO Pete Dzuris. "These young scholarship winners have demonstrated outstanding potential. We are honored to perpetuate Jerry Erickson's legacy and positively impact our community. Jerry was known for his tireless service and dedication to Northland. We are indebted to his knowledge, vision, and commitment, which propelled us to where we are today and continues to inspire us.”
Alane Taylor, Northland's member service and operations director and scholarship coordinator, said, "We were impressed with the quality of applicants this year. Each application was a testament to their hard work and dedication. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all of them for their efforts to apply for the 2024 Jerry Erickson Scholarship Award. We wish all of the applicants success in their future endeavors.”
This year's Jerry Erickson Scholarship Winners are:
- Erica Bernard - Erica plans to attend Saginaw Valley State University.
- Katelyn Bielas - Katelyn plans to attend Ferris State University.
- Gabrielle Gray - Gabrielle will attend University of Michigan
- Isaac Hopp - Isaac attends Central Michigan University.
- Cole Katterman - Cole is attending Saginaw Valley State University.
- Colleen Kubisiak - Colleen is currently attending Michigan State University
- Mikayla Mertes - Mikayla plans to attend Kirtland Community College.
- Evan Mochty - Evan is a student at Michigan State University.
- Chiason Shuart - Chaison plans to attend the University of Michigan.
- Kyle Velasco - Kyle plans to attend University of Michigan.
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