This scholarship is very meaningful to me because I am a first-generation college student. Being in college means a lot not only to me, but also to my family, who have supported me every step of the way. Receiving this scholarship helps ease the financial burden and allows me to continue pursuing my education with focus and determination. Thank you for believing in my potential and investing in my future, it really means a lot to me.

I chose to go to Bushnell because it is centered around faith and community, and it was something that I really thought I would benefit from as an individual. I decided on my major in business because I am passionate about leadership, problem-solving, and creating opportunities that can make a positive impact on other people.

After graduation, I plan to open a gym and work as a personal trainer. My goal is to combine my passion for fitness with my business degree so I can help people improve their health while also creating a space that gives back to the community.

I’m gonna level with you, I wasn’t expecting a scholarship around this time. I received word that I had been awarded a scholarship from the OAICU around the time I was told by Social Security that I no longer qualified for disability payments. So when the news came to me that I had been awarded a scholarship, it provided me with much needed relief as I knew my financial aid for what I wish to study at George Fox University was secure. Thank you so very much for awarding me this scholarship!

Originally, I started my freshman year at George Fox University with a major in Mechanical Engineering. Primarily because I wanted to learn more about aviation. But since the school didn’t have a dedicated Aerospace Engineering degree, I went for the next best thing. However, I struggled in the prerequisite classes and I was feeling concerned about if this really was the path I wanted to take. So I decided to schedule an appointment with a school counselor to get my affairs in order. During the meeting, he (the counselor) mentioned that I actually sounded more into the business aspect of things. Since the guy that inspired me to go into mechanical engineering was also a business entrepreneur and filmmaker (that guy being Howard Hughes), I decided to change majors. So, after I got my mother’s permission and an okay from my CAP coach, I changed my major. Ever since then, I’ve done much better in college and I think I’ve found my calling.

Get an internship in a film studio to learn more about filmmaking and the business aspect of running such a studio. Afterwards, should things go according to what I have in mind, I can start my own film studio. I’m thinking about going to graduate school for either business or cinematic arts, but I’ll just have to see where the wind blows.

This scholarship is very meaningful to me because I am able to pursue higher education and continue to study the subject I love and am passionate about. Thank you very much!

I chose to attend Lewis & Clark College because I wanted to attend a school that offered small class sizes, the opportunity to meet a wide variety of students and faculty, and to stay close to home. I chose to pursue Biochemistry & Molecular Biology because I have always been interested in learning more about the mechanisms that carry out the functions of the human body. Due to the liberal arts curriculum at LC, I have gotten the opportunity to take various classes outside of my major, which has allowed me to receive a more well-rounded education.

Continue a path in science, apply to graduate school, and hopefully pursue a career in science education.

I am very grateful to be receiving this scholarship. As an accounting major whose program’s requirement is 150 credits to meet the credit requirement for the CPA exam, I will be taking an extra semester. This scholarship will help ease my financial burden for the current academic year and allow me to save more money in preparation for the extra semester I will be taking. Thank you so much for the support and giving me the opportunity to look forward to finishing my undergraduate term strong.

Around the time I started high school, my brother had mentioned taking some accounting classes with a fun and interesting teacher. When I took the accounting classes, I really liked the teacher and the material covered. That teacher told me he was a Pacific University alumnus. I also learned about Pacific University through the high school AVID program, which included a visit to the university. When it was time for me to pick a college, I researched Pacific’s accounting program, and I found it was a good program. Thus, I chose Pacific University because of its accounting program, and I chose the accounting major because I had long decided on it in high school, but it really was thanks to an amazing and fun teacher.

After graduation, I plan to study for the CPA exam and then take the CPA exam so I can receive my license as a CPA. Then, I will continue building work experience at firms so I can continuously learn about my profession and become a better accountant. I look forward to being able to help future clients and firms.

Thank you, PGE Foundation, for this generous scholarship. I am extremely grateful for your continued support towards my academic goals and my future. This scholarship has taken a significant amount of weight off my family’s shoulders in paying off my student loans. The offloading of this stress, while it may seem minor, has huge implications for my family and me and allows me to work more confidently and with less anxiety towards my goals of becoming a physician and helping underserved communities.

I chose University of Portland because of its beautiful campus, and it also allowed me to stay closer to home with my family since I live in Oregon. The small class sizes and supportive and tight-knit community drew me in, and the experience I've had at UP for almost four years now has been amazing.

I plan to apply to medical school with the goal of becoming a physician in the future. I am interested in areas such as family medicine, pediatrics, and anesthesiology.

This scholarship means so much to me because it helps relieve the financial burden that comes with my degree. Only my father works in the household, and I don't make nearly enough to pay for school on my own. I would like to thank those who made this scholarship possible and express my gratitude to the donor.

I chose Warner Pacific University because it was close to home, and it had the degree I was pursuing. Also, my mom attended this school when she went to college, so it felt like the right choice.

After graduation, I plan to continue working the job I have now until I can find a another job in my field. I'm not too anxious to start working full-time just yet , I would like to find a career I'm going to enjoy.

This scholarship gives me the opportunity to continue to study at my dream institution. Without this, I would not still be here, so I am very thankful!

I chose Willamette because I liked how tight-knit the community is here, and the fact it is known for their great voice faculty!

I plan to attend grad school overseas and continue my education in Music.