This scholarship was established by Richard Akers who was a professor of the Social Sciences at Kishwaukee College and who established this fund upon his retirement. Studying History at Kishwaukee College opens doors to a number of opportunities while giving you the...

This scholarship was established in memory of Kishwaukee College’s longtime Agriculture Mechanics Instructor and Agriculture Division Chair, Rollan Bonneau.

Rowland & Lucille owned and operated Rendell Jewelers in downtown DeKalb for 73 years. They closed their doors on May 21, 1986 and gave generously to the horticulture and jewelry programs at Kishwaukee College. Upon their passing a third fund for the Kishwaukee...

Ruth Ashelford Pollock loved nursing. During her life, she took pride in staying true to three things: family, education, and the importance of the human touch. Her legacy now lives on through her generosity to the students and programs at Kishwaukee College.

Nurturing a lifelong desire to help others, Ruth I. Hall began her nursing career at the Geneva Hospital in Kenosha Wisconsin in the OB/Pediatrics department. She joined the Army Nursing Corp in 1942 where she served until 1962 and retired holding the rank of...

Shane Meyers was literally a “Kish Kid” being born during his mother’s first year of employment at the college. Not being a very studious person, his first year at Kishwaukee College was not very successful. He dropped out of school and moved to Colorado to be a ski...

Sue Ann Maki began her beloved career as a Frontier Nurse in the Appalachian Mountains. Later she displayed that love by assisting in ground breaking kidney transplants at the University of Colorado. Her 40 year nursing career is a testament of her dedication to...

Many Physicians in the Sycamore area pull resources together to provide support for this scholarship. They are a dedicated group of professionals who realize the potential of Kishwaukee College students. Dr. Ovitz was among these champions of nursing and shortly...

Family and friends established this Marketing and Management scholarship in memory of Terry Leffelman. The Business, Marketing, and Management program at Kishwaukee College educates business professionals to succeed in today’s dynamic global marketplace. Business...

The Rufus Brown Memorial Scholarship was established in his honor by Pamela Brown and friends. As an instructor at Kishwaukee College, Rufus Brown shared his lifelong love of music with all of his students, staff and co-workers. Kishwaukee College also has a Music...

Ruth Ashelford Pollock loved horticulture. During her life, she took pride in staying true to three things: family, education, and the importance of the human touch. Her legacy now lives on through her generosity to the students and programs at Kishwaukee College.

As one of Sycamore’s oldest and largest employers, the Suter Company is dedicated to the community. Established in 1925, this family owned and operated food manufacturing business continues to support students through this endowed scholarship.

Tom & Nancy Roberts created this scholarship for student who display an exceptional ability in theatre. Theatre as an academic field holds to the core values of artistry, discipline, collaboration, discovery, diversity, and community. Kishwaukee College puts on a...

Life long and respected citizens of Rochelle, Vernon & Dorothy Smith dedicated their lives to helping others. The Smiths were community leaders who exerted a positive influence on the greater Rochelle area. Vernon was instrumental in the founding of Kishwaukee...

Veronica M. Ream was an avid and accomplished gardener who was always interested in education. Having no children of her own, she spent her life building wonderful relationships with her three nieces. Those relationships were inspiration for niece Pat Michel, who...