The Grupe Company, based in Stockton, and Turlock-based MedicAlert have each donated $50,000 to California State University, Stanislaus for the purpose of funding additional Presidential Scholarships.
MedicAlert Foundation's donation to the University's Presidential Scholarship Fund is in celebration of its 50th anniversary in 2006 and serves as a tribute to the visionary founders of MedicAlert Foundation, Dr. Marion and Chrissie Collins. The $50,000 Presidential Scholarship will be presented to a nursing student at CSU Stanislaus, recognizing MedicAlert's dedication to supporting the funding of nursing education.
MedicAlert President and CEO Paul Kortschack said, "We are delighted to fund this scholarship for the students at the University. We hold the University in high esteem for their high academic standards across all disciplines and the role the University plays in addressing the healthcare needs of the region."
The Grupe Company's donation strengthens an existing partnership between CSU Stanislaus and The Grupe Company, which owns and operates the facilities that house the University's Stockton campus.
Fritz Grupe said, "Phyllis and I are pleased to be able to participate in the Cal State Stanislaus Scholarship program. There is a definite need in our community to help some extremely bright students better their education. We would encourage others in the community to also get involved."
CSU Stanislaus President Hamid Shirvani said, "We are delighted to partner with Grupe and MedicAlert to provide scholarships to our top students. These two companies have made a solid investment in the future of our brightest and best students and, by doing so, have demonstrated their commitment to furthering educational opportunities in the Central Valley."
Both the Grupe and MedicAlert Presidential Scholarships will be funded over a four-year period, with $12,500 being awarded to the two selected students annually. The scholarships cover the full cost of tuition and fees, books, room, and board at CSU Stanislaus.
Presidential Scholars must have a 3.8 GPA and a combined 1350 SAT verbal/math or 30 ACT composite score. The program is part of CSU Stanislaus' effort to keep talented young people in the Central Valley. For a list of the 2006-07 Presidential Scholars, please contact Kristin Olsen, Director of Public and Institutional Relations, at 667-3610.
MedicAlert President and CEO Paul Kortschack said, "We are delighted to fund this scholarship for the students at the University. We hold the University in high esteem for their high academic standards across all disciplines and the role the University plays in addressing the healthcare needs of the region."
The Grupe Company's donation strengthens an existing partnership between CSU Stanislaus and The Grupe Company, which owns and operates the facilities that house the University's Stockton campus.
Fritz Grupe said, "Phyllis and I are pleased to be able to participate in the Cal State Stanislaus Scholarship program. There is a definite need in our community to help some extremely bright students better their education. We would encourage others in the community to also get involved."
CSU Stanislaus President Hamid Shirvani said, "We are delighted to partner with Grupe and MedicAlert to provide scholarships to our top students. These two companies have made a solid investment in the future of our brightest and best students and, by doing so, have demonstrated their commitment to furthering educational opportunities in the Central Valley."
Both the Grupe and MedicAlert Presidential Scholarships will be funded over a four-year period, with $12,500 being awarded to the two selected students annually. The scholarships cover the full cost of tuition and fees, books, room, and board at CSU Stanislaus.
Presidential Scholars must have a 3.8 GPA and a combined 1350 SAT verbal/math or 30 ACT composite score. The program is part of CSU Stanislaus' effort to keep talented young people in the Central Valley. For a list of the 2006-07 Presidential Scholars, please contact Kristin Olsen, Director of Public and Institutional Relations, at 667-3610.