MONROE, Mich. – The Foundation at Monroe County Community College has awarded the Betty Swartout Memorial Scholarship to Jenna Diekman. The $1,100 scholarship is to be used for tuition, fees, books and supplies.
Diekman of South Rockwood is a 2016 graduate of Airport High School. Diekman plans to attend MCCC for two years before transferring to a four year university to pursue a career in education. Jenna is a member of Monroe County 4- H. She is the daughter of Sandra Ann Diekman.
To be eligible for this scholarship, a student must have a GPA of 2.5 or above, entering their second-year as a student who is in the pre-education transfer program or planning to pursue a degree in the field of elementary education. Majors of study include degrees in Early Childhood Development or Teacher Paraprofessional with a commitment to complete studies in a baccalaureate Elementary Education program. Applicants must have at least a cumulative 3.0 GPA, be a Monroe County resident and preference will be given to students who attended Monroe Public Schools, Monroe, MI.
For more information on available scholarships and financial aid, please contact the MCCC Financial Aid Office at (734) 384-4135. If you are interested in information about funding a scholarship, contact The Foundation at MCCC at (734) 384-4214.