AG Communications Corporation of Genoa created this scholarship before relocating to Arizona. Learning 21st century electronics technology could be your key to career success. Students of Electronics and Computer Technology find rewarding careers in areas such as...

This scholarship was established by the families of Arden Perry & Kathryn Cornell. These former instructors recognized the importance of English and study skills classes for beginning students. This scholarship displays their belief that these particular classes...

This scholarship was established in memory of Ben Harris, his love of horticulture and his found experiences while at Kishwaukee College.

Bill Springer was a dedicated employee who worked for GTE & Contel for 18 years prior to his death in 1992. This scholarship was originally dedicated to him by members of the Bill Hinkston Telephone Pioneer club. The Hinkston group was a telecommunications related...

This scholarship was created in memory of Bruce Cobb, a 1989 Kishwaukee College graduate who was dedicated to horticulture.

The children of Bud & Kay Stocking established this scholarship in recognition of their parents who individually, were not only wonderful, caring parents, but who were also very devoted to the good of their community. As members of the Rochelle Rotary Club, the...

This scholarship was established in memory of Dr. Linda Stoltz Caruthers, an outstanding English teacher who respected the varied views of students and rejoiced in their achievements.

This scholarship was established by Dean Burgemeister in memory of his wife Betty Jean Burgemeister. Betty Jean had an early interest in nursing that stayed with her throughout her life. She contributed her love of nursing to the influence of her aunt whom she...

The DeKalb Area Garden Club’s membership consists of citizens throughout DeKalb County who share the fellowship of gardening and nature through programs and projects. This scholarship was created in order to inspire college students to follow their aspirations and...

The DeKalb Fire Fighters Local 1236 created this scholarship in the early 1980’s. The scholarship memorializes Author LaPointe and Johnny Isom who were both DeKalb firefighters who died of cancer. The scholarship is intended to recognize the roles of the health care...

Longtime supporters of Kishwaukee College, Robert and Doris Boey established this scholarship to assist Asians or Asian Americans in pursuing a degree or certificate at Kishwaukee College.

This scholarship was established in memory of Gary Metcalf. Gary was a resident of the DeKalb/Sycamore community for more than 50 years. He was an Army veteran, provided service to area farmers, and was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and friend. At the age...

The Harold C. Flanigan Memorial Endowment fund was established by his four children as a memorial to his faithful service as superintendent of Hiawatha school district and as the first business manager of Kishwaukee College.

Bill and Bonnie Mullins of Shabbona have established this scholarship in honor of Bill’s parents, the late Howard and Martha Mullins. This scholarship does not require that the student be accepted into the Kishwaukee College Nursing Program, rather it is for...

The Board of Directors of the Illinois Community College System Foundation provides this annual scholarship to encourage and support the high level of health care received in Illinois. Kishwaukee’s Nursing Program has one of the highest overall NCLEX-RN (State Board...

Rolf Achilles established this scholarship in loving memory of his mother Regina who loved gardening. Horticulture is a growing and expanding industry with a strong job market. Kishwaukee College’s general Degree gives a student a well rounded education in most of...

Chef James Salomone-Fuerst grew up in Chicago, in a large Italian-American family. He worked in construction until his late-thirties, when he decided to pursue his life-long passion for cooking by attending culinary school. Drawing inspiration from his mother and his...

Jeanne Henderson enrolled at Kishwaukee College in its initial year, 1968. After graduating with an Associate’s Degree, she obtained her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education at NIU. A valiant supporter and true friend of Kishwaukee College, Jeanne valued...

Brian and Katrina Davis along with their daughter Jessica, have established this scholarship in memory of their son & brother, Jeremy Davis, a Kishwaukee College graduate who died tragically in a motorcycle accident September 2004.

As esteemed alum of Kishwaukee College, Jesus Romero has been a generous friend to the College for many years. His annual Cinco de Mayo celebrations have generated tens of thousands of dollars which Jesus has used to help Hispanic students pursue their dreams of a...

This scholarship was established by the Kishwaukee College Alumni Association to “pay forward” the gift of knowledge.

The faculty and staff at Kishwaukee College not only believe in education, they believe in the community in which they serve. So much so, they created the Employees Reaching Forward Endowment to provide scholarships to Kishwaukee College students each year.

This scholarship was established in 1994 by family members, friends, and associates as a tribute to “Dutch” for his relentless dedication to Kishwaukee College. One of the founding fathers of Kishwaukee College, “Dutch” served on the first Board of Trustees...

In addition to being an employee at Kishwaukee College, Leah Wach was a wife, mother of four, a dedicated student, and a member of Phi Theta kappa. Her commitment to her family, academics and helping others always came first. Upon her sudden passing in the fall of...

Les Springmire was a dedicated educator who believed in the value of education to the core of his being. He displayed this dedication through teaching Industrial Arts at RTHS for 31 years, sitting on the Kings Elementary Board for 9 years and by serving as a...

This memorial scholarship honors Marie Ann Pierce who enjoyed a successful career as director of the Kishwaukee College Bookstore for 32 years. A devoted mother and life-long resident of Rochelle, Ann passed away in December of 2002 after a valiant battle with cancer.

Joe and Evelyn Bussone established this scholarship in memory of their son Mark Joseph Bussone, a graduate of the Kishwaukee College Radiology Program.

Michal Bennett and the Makers Art Group created this scholarship fund in honor of Michael’s 28 years of service as an art instructor at Kishwaukee College. It was their hope and dreams to provide aspiring artists the opportunity to create and show their work. Art...

Philip Nye (1910-1992) was a founding trustee and Emeritus member of the Kishwaukee College Foundation, Board of Directors. This scholarship was established in his honor by his wife Lenore and his son, Philip H. Nye Jr.

Rebecca Williams was a dedicated employee of Kishwaukee College who served for over 35 years. She impacted the quality of service provided by Kishwaukee College positively. Her family and colleagues created this scholarship in her loving memory and in honor of her...