Students seeking scholarship assistance are invited to contact the Office of Financial Aid at (603) 897-8511.<\/p>\n
A summary of each scholarship is listed below. Full criteria for each fund is available in the Office of Financial Aid.<\/p>\n
Carl Amelio \u201974H Nursing Scholarship\u00a0<\/strong> Archambeault Hope Scholarship<\/strong> Dr. Rose\u00a0Arthur Scholarship<\/strong> William Barrett Scholarship<\/strong> Susan Carney Betkey \u201974 Scholarship<\/strong> Brenda Lois Birck Memorial Scholarship<\/strong> Dr. Daniel E. and Helen D. Black Scholarship<\/strong> Dr. and Mrs. James Black Memorial Scholarship\u00a0<\/strong> Fr. Edward E. Bracq Scholarship<\/strong> Chenard Family Scholarship<\/strong> In Kyong Chung Scholarship\u00a0<\/strong> Louise (Renaud \u201970) and Kenneth Classon Scholarship<\/strong> Donat Corriveau Family Scholarship\u00a0<\/strong> Dr. Normand R. Cote Memorial Scholarship<\/strong> Rena Couturier Memorial Scholarship<\/strong> Michael \u201909 MBA and Deborah Croatti Scholarship William Ames Curtright \u201902H Scholarship<\/strong> Pauline Cushion \u201996 Memorial Scholarship<\/strong> Dr. Christos Daoulas\u00a0Memorial Scholarship Davis Family Minority Merit\u00a0Scholarship\u00a0<\/strong> Alice LeBlanc Drew \u201956 Scholarship<\/strong> Louise E. McLellan Dubois Memorial Scholarship\u00a0<\/strong> Sr. Marie-Jeanne Ducharme, p.m. \u201956\/\u201961G French\u00a0Scholarship Bertrand C. Dufour Scholarship\u00a0<\/strong> Elmer and Esther (Guimond) Dugas Memorial Scholarship<\/strong> Margaret Quill Flynn \u201981H Scholarship<\/strong> Dr. Wilfrid L. Fortin Memorial Scholarship<\/strong> Polycarpe H. Genest and Marguerite Pigeon Genest Scholarship<\/strong> Grace Family Scholarship<\/strong> Rosalie Mielnicki Graveline Nursing Scholarship<\/strong> Yvonne Greenleaf\u00a0 \u201964\/\u201989G Memorial Scholarship\u00a0<\/strong> Kathie E. Haber Scholarship<\/strong> Dr. Paul V. Hajjar Award\u00a0<\/strong> Karen M. Hallinan \u201991 Scholarship<\/strong> Nelle Holmes \u201978H Scholarship<\/strong> Frank T. and Corinne M. Kennedy Scholarship<\/strong> Sr. Joseph Landry, p.m. \u201939\/\u201992H Memorial Scholarship<\/strong> Captain Naomi Lanouette RN, A.N.C. Scholarship<\/strong> Latvis Family Scholarship\u00a0<\/strong> Therese A. Levesque, Ph.D. \u201938 Scholarship<\/strong> The Honorable Mayor Donnalee Lozeau Leadership Scholarship<\/strong> Eugene Lylin Memorial Scholarship<\/strong> Dorothy Wong Lu \u201952 Scholarship\u00a0<\/strong> Charlotte Putnam Maney Scholarship\u00a0<\/strong> Wesley B. and Lucy O. Mansfield\u00a0Scholarship<\/strong> Denise Mart\u00ednez-Fay \u201993 Memorial Scholarship<\/strong> Kathleen \u201cKatie\u201d McCarthy Memorial Scholarship<\/strong> Richard F. Medas Scholarship<\/strong> Dr. Charles L. Mitsakos Scholarship<\/strong> Captain Mary Pierce Mosier\u00a0Scholarship<\/strong> Dayle Moulton Memorial Scholarship<\/strong> Mable A. Murphy Scholarship<\/strong> Nashua College Club Scholarship<\/strong> Margaret C. Nugent Awards<\/strong> Sr. Marcelle Papineau, p.m. \u201946 Scholarship<\/strong> Mona L. Pelletier \u201951 Scholarship<\/strong> Sr. Constance Perreault, p.m. \u201959 Scholarship<\/strong> Sr. Jeanne Perreault, p.m. \u201998H Honors Scholarship<\/strong> Sheila Phillips and George Brown Scholarship\u00a0<\/strong> Bertha Capen Reynolds Scholarship<\/strong> Thomas Richardson Scholarship<\/strong> RISE Memorial Scholarship Anne Marie Rivier Scholarship<\/strong> Maria E. Robert Scholarship<\/strong> Dr. George Shagory Memorial Scholarship<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Members of the Shagory family established this fund in 1999 as a tribute to Dr. George Shagory\u2019s life and many years of service to Rivier. Dr. Shagory was a professor of business since 1976 and served as chair of the graduate and undergraduate business departments. This scholarship assists a student enrolled in Rivier\u2019s MBA program who attends on a half-time basis.<\/p>\n Albert J. Shurkus Scholarship<\/strong> Deborah V. Skrekas Memorial Scholarship<\/strong> Student Government Association Leadership Scholarship Samuel A. Tamposi Sr. Scholarship<\/strong> Patricia A. Teixeira Nursing Scholarship<\/strong> Henry L. & Emeline L. Thibodeau Memorial Scholarship Sr. Sylvia Trottier, p.m. \u201943\/\u201993H Scholarship\u00a0<\/strong> Mary Ann Warpinski Memorial Nursing Scholarship Bee & H. Robert (Bob) Weisman Scholarship\u00a0<\/strong> Jonathan Wolf Memorial Scholarship<\/strong> The Wozniak Family Scholarship<\/strong> Josephine\u00a0and Jacob\u00a0Zator Scholarship<\/strong> Students seeking scholarship assistance are invited to contact the Office of Financial Aid at (603) 897-8511. A summary of each scholarship is listed below. Full criteria for each fund is […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":0,"parent":272,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-335","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n
\nEstablished by Carl Amelio \u201974H, this scholarship recognizes and honors a graduate of the St. Joseph School of Nursing who chooses to pursue a career as a registered nurse through additional education at 小猪视频. Mr. Amelio\u2019s belief in the two schools\u2019 Catholic mission and their devotion to excellence in education and Christian values is exemplified by the creation of this scholarship.<\/p>\n
\nCreated by Patricia Archambeault in memory of her husband, Gerard, who battled amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig\u2019s Disease. The scholarship recognizes Gerard\u2019s strong Christian and Catholic values and is awarded to a student from a New Hampshire high school majoring in an undergraduate nursing or health professions program.<\/p>\n
\nThis scholarship was established in honor of the founder of the Rivier Institute for Senior Education (RISE), who also served as Dean of the Undergraduate Evening School. The fund supports evening students who have demonstrated a commitment to the\u00a0greater Nashua community through volunteer work or public service.<\/p>\n
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\nEstablished by Margaret Barrett in memory of her husband, William Barrett, friend and former Rivier trustee. The award is made to students in the chemistry department, or, if no eligible chemistry students exist, to a student studying biology, nursing, or health sciences.<\/p>\n
\nCreated in 1985 through a bequest from an alumna, this scholarship assists female single parents studying for an undergraduate degree.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished by\u00a0the family of Brenda Lois Birck, this scholarship\u00a0recognizes her commitment to the value of higher education for students who have displayed both leadership qualities and a desire to serve others. The scholarship is awarded to New Hampshire residents studying at Rivier at least half time and pursuing a bachelor\u2019s degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education.<\/p>\n
\nThis scholarship was established to honor the lives and work of Dr. and Mrs. Daniel E. Black and their long friendship for and affiliation with 小猪视频. This scholarship is available for qualified students to study nursing and\/or a course of study that will lead them to medical school.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished by the couple\u2019s daughter, Marion Black, the scholarship recognizes Dr. Black\u2019s commitment to providing excellent medical care to his patients, his recognition of the value of personal involvement in patient care, and the family\u2019s concern for the Nashua community. The scholarship will be awarded annually to full-time undergraduate students with preference given to students studying in fields related to the practice of medicine: nursing, premedical, and health sciences.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished in 1995 by Fr. Edward E. Bracq, chaplain at Rivier from 1975 to 1984, this scholarship assists a woman attending the School of Undergraduate Studies at least half-time, with preference given to nontraditional and\/or physically challenged students.<\/p>\n
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\nCreated by Fran\u00e7oise, Jeanne d\u2019Arc, and Marcelle \u201957\/\u201963G Chenard in memory of their brother, Robert E. Chenard, this scholarship recognizes the dedication of the Chenard family to the education of youth in New Hampshire. They encourage youth to make positive contributions to their communities. The scholarship benefits a full-time undergraduate student who demonstrates academic excellence and community involvement; preference is given to students of Franco-American descent.<\/p>\n
\nThis scholarship recognizes Mr. Chung\u2019s long affiliation with the\u00a0University and reflects his respect for higher education, the Sisters of the Presentation of Mary, and the City of Nashua. The award will benefit a full-time undergraduate student from Nashua. Preference will be given to students majoring in nursing or the health sciences.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished to recognize Louise\u2019s appreciation of her Rivier education as a graduate of the Class of 1970 and to serve as an inspiration to other alumni to support current and future students. This scholarship is available for full-time undergraduate nursing students.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished by members of his family, this fund serves as a tribute to Donat Corriveau\u2019s life and recognizes his long affiliation with the University. The scholarship reflects Donat Corriveau\u2019s respect for the Sisters of the Presentation of Mary and their commitment to educating young men and women.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished by the Cote family, this scholarship is awarded to sophomores pursuing bachelor\u2019s degrees in nursing or the health sciences.<\/p>\n
\nCreated by the Couturier family and friends to honor Rena Couturier and her dedication to the nursing profession. The recipient should be a full-time undergraduate student majoring in Nursing.<\/p>\n
\n<\/span><\/b>This scholarship re<\/span>cognizes undergraduate students pursuing business degrees with a desire to serve the business and local community with a commitment to leadership and ethics. Created by Rivier Board of Trustee member and alumnus Michael and his wife Deborah, the scholarship recognizes the quality education Michael received in the University\u2019s MBA program and their desire to support students on their educational path to degree completion.<\/span><\/p>\n
\nThis scholarship was established to help prepare qualified scientists for the future and is\u00a0awarded to a full-time student majoring in a science field or a student preparing to teach science.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished in 1997 by members of Pauline\u2019s family as a tribute to her life and years of study towards her baccalaureate degree. Pauline attended classes part-time studying accounting while working and caring for her family. She had nearly completed her degree when she was diagnosed with a terminal illness. The scholarship honors her life and recognizes a continuing Professional Studies student.<\/p>\n
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\n<\/strong>This scholarship supports full-time students pursuing undergraduate degrees in education or nursing. Family members established the fund in 2008 in honor of Dr. Daoulas, who served as Dracut Superintendent of Schools for 38 years and taught in Rivier\u2019s graduate education program.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished by the Davis family and will be awarded annually to a minority full-time undergraduate student majoring in math or science. Preference will be given to students of African-American heritage.<\/p>\n
\nThis scholarship was created by Alice\u2019s husband, Richard Drew, to recognize his wife\u2019s dedication to her alma mater and her desire to give back to support current and future students. It is awarded annually to a fulltime undergraduate student majoring in business.<\/p>\n
\nThis fund was established by Armand Dubois, to recognize his wife\u2019s commitment to the value of higher education for women who have demonstrated both leadership qualities and the desire to serve others.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Established by Eric and Antoinette Rivard Drouart \u201974, this scholarship recognizes Sr. Marie-Jeanne\u2019s commitment to the French language and culture and the French-Canadian heritage in New England. Recipients should be full-time undergraduates majoring in French and\u00a0preference is given to students of Franco-American heritage.<\/p>\n
\nThis fund recognizes Bert Dufour\u2019s commitment to higher education at Rivier\u00a0University as exemplified in his many years of dedicated service as a professor in the biology department and as a student advisor while serving as Department Chair. The scholarship will be awarded annually to an undergraduate student working towards a bachelor of science degree in biology.<\/p>\n
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\nEstablished by Laurette Dugas Billig \u201948 in memory of her brother and sister-in-law. The award recognizes their commitment to the value of continuing education and their involvement in helping others.<\/p>\n
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\nThis scholarship serves as a tribute to a former Rivier Trustee and recognizes her many years of service to 小猪视频, the Nashua community, and the State of New Hampshire.<\/p>\n
\nCreated by the Fortin family to recognize Wilfred\u2019s eminent career in the field of healthcare, his love of learning, service to his country, community and family and to benefit undergraduate students.<\/p>\n
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\nEstablished to provide assistance to students attending Rivier\u00a0University from Manchester, NH. Preference is given to students who are members of St. Anthony\u2019s Parish.<\/p>\n
\nThis scholarship recognizes the Grace Family\u2019s long affiliation with Rivier\u00a0and reflects the Grace family\u2019s respect for the Sisters of the Presentation of Mary and for the education Agnes Grace received while an undergraduate student and graduate of the Class of 1959.\u00a0The recipient shall be a full-time undergraduate student majoring in Education.<\/p>\n
\nThis scholarship recognizes\u00a0Ms. Mielnicki Graveline\u2019s commitment to the University\u2019s Catholic mission and to nursing education. As a nurse and instructor at Rivier, it reflects her desire to create opportunities for nursing students to learn in a caring environment. It also honors the dedication of nursing instructors and students who work diligently to bring themselves and others to spiritual, physical, and mental healing, and human dignity.<\/p>\n
\nThe Women\u2019s Studies Committee of Rivier\u00a0University created this scholarship in memory of Yvonne Greenleaf, alumna and longtime math professor. The scholarship will be awarded to a student minoring in women\u2019s studies or majoring in math, science, or computer science. Preference will be given to students who\u00a0are the first member of their family to attend college.<\/p>\n
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\nEstablished by Steven F. Haber in honor of his wife to support undergraduate and graduate teacher education, specifically in computer science, mathematics, and education.<\/p>\n
\nThe family and friends of Dr. Hajjar established this award to recognize dedicated business students who demonstrate a commitment to the pursuit of ethical business practices. The recipient will be a senior business student who has contributed to the Rivier community or his or her own community in a meaningful way.<\/p>\n
\nDennis Hallinan established this scholarship in memory of his wife to provide scholarship aid for nontraditional students pursuing degrees in nursing. The scholarship serves as a tribute to Karen Hallinan\u2019s spirituality and her strong ties to 小猪视频.<\/p>\n
\nAwarded to students who have participated in or supported programs sponsored by the Center for Peace and Social Justice, this scholarship was established in 1997 to recognize Nelle Holmes, a leader in education and public service who served on Rivier\u2019s Advisory Board for many years.<\/p>\n
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\nEstablished by the Kennedy family to recognize the long-held conviction of Mr. and Mrs. Kennedy that the higher education of women is of the utmost importance. This scholarship was created to assist full-time female students. Preference is given to students who have completed one full year of study.<\/p>\n
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\nEstablished as a memorial to Sr. Joseph Landry, p.m. \u201939\/\u201992H, beloved professor of education, this scholarship recognizes students majoring in education with a clear dedication to achieving excellence.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished in 1990 to provide support for students pursuing degrees in nursing, this scholarship recognizes Naomi Lanouette\u2019s devotion to the nursing profession.<\/p>\n
\nCreated by members of the Latvis-Arel family, to honor the lives of Joseph and Doris Latvis and Joseph\u2019s sister Anna Latvis Bouba, this scholarship is awarded\u00a0to undergraduate nursing students.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished by members of her family, this scholarship serves as a tribute to Dr. Levesque\u2019s life and her love of God, country, family, and education. It also reflects Dr. Levesque\u2019s respect for the education she received as an undergraduate student and one of\u00a0Rivier\u2019s first graduates from the Class of 1938.<\/p>\n
\nCreated by business leaders in the city of Nashua to recognize the Honorable Donnalee Lozeau\u2019s legacy of leadership and service to the city and its constituents as Mayor. The recipient should be enrolled full-time and demonstrate a commitment to leadership and service.<\/p>\n
\nThis scholarship was created by his mother, Olga Flory, to recognize his life and the important role of his undergraduate education at Rivier. Born in Russia, Eugene was a beloved member of the Rivier community and the Raiders volleyball team. It is awarded to a full-time undergraduate who demonstrates academic achievement and an interest in sports, music, art, or community service.<\/p>\n
\nThis scholarship recognizes Mrs. Lu\u2019s respect for the education she received at Rivier as a member of the Class of 1952. The fund benefits students pursuing a full-time undergraduate degree.<\/p>\n
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\nEstablished by her family, this scholarship serves as a tribute to her life, her commitment to the nursing profession, and the education of nurses. Recipients must\u00a0exhibit the qualities and dedication to become an outstanding nursing professional.<\/p>\n
\nRecognizes Wesley and Lucy\u2019s commitment to nursing and the health sciences, their love of learning and teaching and their longtime devotion to the Greater Nashua community.\u00a0This scholarship fund is dedicated to strengthening the learning of nursing, biology, and education in an environment that maintains an emphasis on community and public service. The recipient should be a full-time day or evening student majoring in nursing, biology or education.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished by members of her family as a tribute to her life and years of study toward her associate degree in nursing. The recipient shall be a nontraditional nursing student who exhibits the qualities and commitment to become an outstanding nursing professional.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished by members of her family, the Kathleen McCarthy Memorial Scholarship serves as a tribute to her life and to her dream of becoming a teacher. This scholarship reflects the family\u2019s respect for the education Kathleen received while a student at Rivier. The scholarship is awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate student majoring in education.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished by MJ Scrivener Medas \u201974\/\u201985G to recognize her husband\u2019s long-standing affiliation with Rivier. The scholarship for an undergraduate student was established to\u00a0acknowledge both Richard and MJ\u2019s\u00a0service to the Rivier Alumni Association.<\/p>\n
\nThe Dr. Charles L. Mitsakos Scholarship recognizes Dr. Mitsakos\u2019 commitment to the field of education and service to Rivier as long-time Chair of the Department of Education. The scholarship is dedicated to strengthening the learning and teaching of education in an environment that maintains an emphasis on community and public service. The award will be made annually to a 小猪视频 full-time Undergraduate or Professional Studies student majoring in education.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished by Captain Mary Pierce Mosier, U.S. Navy, Retired and a graduate of the Class of 1973, to assist undergraduate students majoring in math or science.<\/p>\n
\nCreated by Dayle\u2019s family in recognition of her distinguished 43-year career as a registered nurse, her positive and optimistic nature, and her ability to make everyone she came into contact with feel better about themselves. This scholarship is available to full-time undergraduate nursing students who have graduated from a New Hampshire high school.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished by her son, Rev. Gerald T. Murphy in 1991 to provide scholarship support for students pursuing degrees in nursing, this scholarship honors Mable A. Murphy\u2019s thirty years of nursing service.<\/p>\n
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\nThe Nashua College Club Scholarship was created by The Nashua College Club in 2013. The funds benefit students pursuing a full-time undergraduate degree.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished in memory of Margaret C. Nugent to benefit students who have completed two years of undergraduate study and have made significant contributions in the areas of arts, leadership, and social commitment.<\/p>\n
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\nEstablished in memory of a dedicated teacher and long-time chair of Rivier\u2019s Mathematics department to provide scholarship support for a full-time undergraduate student majoring in mathematics or computer science.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished to benefit undergraduate students attending on at least a half-time basis, this scholarship reflects Mona Pelletier\u2019s respect for the Sisters of the Presentation of Mary and for the education she received as a Rivier student.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished in 1989 in honor of Sr. Constance Perreault, p.m. \u201959 former Alumni Director of Rivier. Recipients must be enrolled full-time pursuing an undergraduate degree.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished in recognition of Sr. Jeanne\u2019s seventeen years as Rivier president, this fund benefits students of exceptional academic standing enrolled in the Sr. Jeanne Perreault Honors Program.<\/p>\n
\nAwarded annually to a female undergraduate student, this need-based scholarship recognizes the long affiliation of Sheila Phillips and George Brown with Rivier. The scholarship also reflects their respect for the education Ms. Phillips\u2019 daughter, Kimberly Phillips Bebyn \u201991\/\u201995G received at Rivier.<\/p>\n
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\nA need-based scholarship given by an anonymous Rivier alumna, this fund provides assistance to a full-time Rivier student in good academic standing with preference given to students majoring in sociology or minoring in social work.<\/p>\n
\nThis scholarship was established in 1997 in recognition of the long-standing affiliation of Thomas Richardson and Delta Education, Inc., with Rivier. The scholarship benefits a student attending Rivier at least half-time, with preference given to employees of Delta Education, Inc. and members of their immediate families.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>This scholarship was established by participants in the Rivier Institute for Senior Education (RISE). It serves as a tribute to the lives of its deceased members, family and friends. The scholarship is awarded\u00a0to a full or part-time student attending Rivier with preference given to a student who has earned more than 30 credits and is currently enrolled in at least two courses per semester.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished to provide scholarship assistance to relatives of the Sisters of the Presentation of Mary of the Manchester Province who are enrolled as full-time undergraduate students.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished by her family to honor Miss Robert, a long-time resident of Manchester, NH, and a very devout Catholic. The scholarship is awarded to\u00a0full-time undergraduate students.
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\nBill and Dawna Schleifer created this scholarship to assist non-traditional students who are already registered nurses and are returning to college to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. It is awarded annually to a non-traditional undergraduate student enrolled in the RN to BS program.<\/p>\n
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\nThis scholarship was established in memory of the former chair of Rivier\u2019s religious studies department to provide financial assistance to undergraduate degree candidates who lack the financial resources to attend college. Special consideration is given to international students.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished in 1997 by members of her family, the Deborah V. Skrekas Memorial Scholarship assists students who live in Massachusetts and who have completed at least 15 credit hours in the Rivier MBA program.<\/p>\n
\n<\/span><\/b>Created by the Executive Board of the University\u2019s Student Government Association to support the Vision 2020<\/i> goal of expanding access to a Rivier education to qualifying and deserving students. The scholarship recognizes that Rivier students possess outstanding leadership qualities that prepare them for personal and professional success. This scholarship supports full-time students enrolled in an undergraduate day program and who hold leadership positions at Rivier.<\/span><\/p>\n
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\nEstablished by the Tamposi family for full-time students at Rivier who exemplify determination, commitment to community service, and a strong work ethic. Preference is given to students residing in the Nashua, NH area.<\/p>\n
\nCreated by Mark Hand RN, MSN, CNE in memory of his sister Patricia. Patricia was always proud of her youngest brother\u2019s accomplishments as a nurse and nursing instructor at Rivier. The scholarship benefits undergraduate or graduate nursing students from New Hampshire or Massachusetts.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Sr. Lucille C. Thibodeau, p.m., Ph.D., tenth president of Rivier, established this scholarship in memory of her parents. This scholarship assists first-generation college students attending Rivier full-time, majoring in English or Communications. Preference is given to Catholic high school graduates.<\/p>\n
\nThis fund, established by Lise Ouellette \u201955 and Dr. Paul Ouellette, recognizes Sr. Sylvia\u2019s commitment to Rivier and its mission. Throughout her 51-year career, including nearly 40 years as a professor and chair of the chemistry department and 18 years as Rivier\u2019s first athletic director, she was an advocate for the education of women, especially in the sciences. The scholarship will be awarded to a full-time student majoring in one of the science fields.<\/p>\n
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\n<\/strong>The scholarship\u00a0<\/strong>was created to recognize Mary Ann Warpinski, RN. Although she did not attend Rivier, she received an excellent nursing education through St. Mary\u2019s School of Nursing in Rochester, Minnesota. Throughout her life she exhibited the compassion, caring, and devotion to helping others that is the hallmark of a great nurse. Even when her memory failed in her later years, she consistently identified as a nurse and took great pride in her nursing profession. This scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate nursing student with preference to first-generation students and\/or students from rural areas.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished by H. Robert Weisman to recognize his longstanding involvement with and devotion to Rivier, this scholarship is awarded\u00a0to a full-time student majoring in mathematics, computer science, a physical science, or education with the intent of teaching any of those disciplines at the middle or high school level.<\/p>\n
\nEstablished by his family to serve as a tribute to Jon\u2019s life and strength of character, this scholarship is awarded\u00a0to a full-time undergraduate student who\u00a0demonstrates a solid work ethic and commitment to overcoming adversity to accomplish goals. The fund recognizes the positive spirit that enabled Jon to overcome challenges and serve as a role model for his peers and family members. Diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy as a child and in a wheelchair since age 10, Jon became a strong advocate for the disabled, serving as a local ambassador for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.<\/p>\n
\nThis scholarship was created by Joseph Wozniak, graduate of the Class of 1976, in memory of Sr. Clarice Dion, fifth President of Rivier. \u00a0The scholarship recognizes full-time undergraduate students who display academic excellence, leadership qualities and a desire to serve others.<\/span><\/p>\n
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\nEstablished in 1995 and named for the late\u00a0parents of Susan Zator, a graduate of the Class of 1966, this scholarship is awarded annually to a full-time student pursuing a bachelor\u2019s degree in business, nursing, or biology. The scholarship honors Josephine Adamczyk Zator, a loving mother and an astute and dedicated businesswoman, whose own academic career was cut short due to her family’s financial constraints. It also honors Jacob Ludwig Zator, a loving father and a largely self-educated man who never lost his enthusiasm for life and learning.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"