J.L. & Velma Auer Scholarship

J.L. and Velma Auer established this scholarship through a planned gift.
Aldine and Lloyd Chapman Scholarship.

Irving Cook Scholarship

Irving is a long-time resident of El Dorado, Kansas, who has provided scholarship monies for years to aspiring students. He established his fund in 1991 during the Shaping the Vision capital campaign. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required for this scholarship. The applicant must also show financial need.

Mac Corbin Endowed Scholarship

Mac Corbin Endowed Scholarship for Agriculture

General Academic Scholarship 

This fund was created with the proceeds from the Butler Community College Foundation’s first  Grizzly Invitational Golf Tournament, instituted and chaired by Rocky Waitt of the Foundation Board of Directors. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required.

R.D. Hubbard Award of Excellence

Flo Kehr Excellence in Agriculture Endowed Scholarship

The Florence Kehr scholarships were created in 1982 by Florence Kehr, a Newton resident, to be used for nursing and agriculture scholarships. Florence and her late husband also contributed to a campus construction project in the 500 building. Florence lived in the northern part of Butler County until her death in 1966. Applicant must major in Agriculture and must plan to attain a bachelor’s degree.

McCormick/Bothwell Scholarship

Susan B. Allen Excellence in Nursing Scholarship

Gladys L. Squier Scholarship

Gladys Squier, a longtime resident of Beaumont, Kan., along with her husband James Clinton Squier, owned and operated the Beaumont Hotel while managing their ranch. Gladys had great affection for the people and the environs. She endowed the scholarship in 1987 to be used to assist needy persons wanting to attend Butler Community College, with preference given to physically handicapped students.

Clifford W. Stone Chess Scholarship

Clifford W. Performing Arts Scholarship

Cliff Stone is a man who has made the world a better place to live, especially in Kansas.  His home town of El Dorado and his interest in Wichita have both led to his becoming a benefactor of his great generosity and wisdom. Cliff has been quoted as being a “philanthropist and humanitarian” but these hardly begin to describe this kind and humble man. There is not enough room to list the accomplishments Cliff achieved.  Cliff was a pilot with the 15th Air Force in WWII. Shot down on his 51st mission, he became a POW at Stalag 1 for the remainder of the war. Upon returning to El Dorado, Cliff began his career as owner of Walnut Valley State Bank, now Commerce Bank. While in El Dorado he was on the Board of Directors and a major contributor to the Butler County Historical Museum, The Kansas Oil Museum, Butler Community College, The Coutts Museum of Art, El Dorado Inc., the Red Cross, Celebration of Freedom, the Freedom Memorial, and many more. All have benefited from his innovative ideas and financial contributions. In Wichita, Cliff was a major contributor and supporter to The Wichita Center for the Arts, the Wichita Art Museum, Botanica, The Wichita Symphony, Wichita Children’s Home, Exploration Place, The Sedgwick County Zoo, and many other organizations.  Cliff’s service to Wichita has been unsurpassed. Those who knew Cliff loved him. At the young age of 90, he was still a visionary and his generous financial contributions are only a part of his gifts. Cliff also contributed his time and leadership efforts to make Kansas a better place.  A soft spoken man with a twinkle in his eye, Cliff will always be a man to admire. Minimum GPA of 3.0, Major in Performing Arts, must participate in the Performing Arts Program outside of class, must be a sophomore, must possess career aspirations.

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Dr. Larry & Judy Abraham Athletic Scholarship

Sol & Mildred Blum Nursing Scholarship

Applicant must be a full time Nursing student. This scholarship’s first preference is to students from Butler County, and second preference is to students from Kansas.

Anna Louise Memorial Scholarship

Winnie Broers Estate Scholarship

Applicants must be a Nursing major at Butler Community College or University of Kansas. There is consideration to character, scholarship, and aptitude.

Samuel R. Clifford Agriculture Scholarship

Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 with a major in Agriculture. The applicant must be a sophomore, participate in Ag programs outside of class, and possess career aspirations.

O.J. & Mary K Connell Presidential Scholarship

This scholarship was endowed in 1998 and was designed to attract top-notch students to Butler Community College. Made possible by the children of O.J. and Mary K. Connell as a 55th wedding anniversary gift, it was the first of its type for the Butler Vision campaign in 2000. Applicants must have a miniumum GPA of 3.5 and major in Agriculture. Appliants must also be a high school graduate with a minimum GPA of 3.5 and posess leadership qualities through school or community involvement. This scholarship is renewable with the maintenance of a 3.5 GPA.

Ray & Carolyn Connell Presidential Scholarship

A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required for this scholarship. Applicants must be pursuing teaching/education or a pre-law program with intentions to attend law school and show financial need.

Warren Hall Coutts III Scholarship 

This fund was established in 1976 in memory of Warren Hall Coutts, III by his father, Warren Hall Coutts, Jr., a prominent El Dorado attorney. The younger Coutts, a 33-year-old attorney, was killed in an airplane crash in 1965 in western Kansas. In addition to the endowed art scholarship fund, his father created a living memorial through the Warren Hall Coutts, III Museum of Art in downtown El Dorado. Appliants must have a minimum GPA of 2.0, major in Art, and will present portfolios and answer questions to judges about their work.

Gamble-Morgan Scholarship

The applicant must have an accumulative GPA of 2.5 and show financial need. It is prefered that applicants are interested in teaching and/or agriculture and come from Butler,  Sedgwick, or Cowley counties.

Herbert & Lois Hart Scholarship

The Hart scholarship was created in 1982 by Herb and Lois Hart, El Dorado residents.  Herbert was in the oil business and died in 1993. The Hart’s were friends of the Endowment Director 1982 Sandra Seward (Howard) of Augusta. Applicants must major in Vocational Technical studies and reside in Butler and/or Greenwood county. Applicants must also intend to graduate.

Kehr Nursing Scholarship

Chuck & Deann Korte Scholarship

A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required. Applicant must major in Agriculture.

Leadership Studies Scholarship

Brian R. Miller Family Presidential Scholarship

Dorothy A. Miller Presidential Scholarship

Minimum GPA of 3.0, must show financial need.

Jack A. Miller Men’s Basketball Endowed Scholarship

Richard B. Miller Presidential Scholarship

Minimum GPA of 3.0, must show financial need.

Shirley & Morris Moon Scholarship

Must be part-time student, show financial need, taking classes to gain more knowledge that will assist them in their current career.

Clara M. Myers Nursing Scholarship

Mr. & Mrs. L.W. Nixon Scholarship

The Nixon fund was established in 1986 by Mr. and Mrs. L.W. Nixon of El Dorado.  Mr. Nixon is a life-long supporter of the college and a former faculty member. The Butler Community College library was named in his honor at his retirement. Minimum GPA of 2.0, must be a student engaged in a major program of study in English, drama, literature, library science, or creative writing, minimum high school GPA of 2.0.

Parsons/Kunkle Memorial Scholarship

The Esther Parsons fund was established by her family in her memory in 1968. Esther had been interested in becoming a nurse since she was a child however, her parents wanted her to pursue a career in education. Esther taught school in southwestern Butler county for two years then started working at the hospital, eventually becoming an x-ray technician. Esther worked in the medical field until her death in 1966. The Esther Parsons Nursing Scholarship is the oldest endowed scholarship at Butler Community College.  Applicant should major in Nursing, Education, or Auto Body/Auto Tech.

Clifford Stone Agriculture Scholarship

Minimum GPA of 3.0, major in Agriculture, must participate in Ag outside of class, be a sophomore, possess career aspirations.

Wilber E. Stone Agriculture Scholarship

A gift established by the Stone Family Foundation. Minimum GPA of 3.0, major in Agriculture, must participate in Ag outside of class, be a sophomore, must possess career aspirations.

William E. Stone Agriculture Scholarship

FentonLoy & Louise M. Sullivan Scholarship

This scholarship was established in 1982 by a planned gift from Louise Sullivan. Major in Nursing, must be worthy and demonstrate need, must be making normal progress toward graduation.

LU & Crystal West Scholarship

L.U. West was a strong supporter of education, both at Fort Scott Community College, near his home county of Bourbon county and Butler Community College. His term as Butler county superintendent of schools was one of his proudest achievements. Minimum GPA of 2.0, must be a graduate of a Butler county tax-supported HS, must show financial need.

Mark D. & Vera Frances Memorial Scholarship

Major in Nursing.

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Dr. Galen & Ruth E. Abbott Memorial Scholarship

The Abbott memorial was created in memory of Dr. Galen and Ruth Abbott. Ruth Abbott died in 1971, Dr. Abbott in 1982. Dr. Abbott had lived in El Dorado since 1943. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Patmos Lodge #97, Wichita Consistory, Yorkrite Bodies, American and Kansas Optometric Society, Oddfellows Lodge, El Dorado Art Association, Audubon Society and the Amateur Radio Club. Applicants must have a major area of study in Journalism with a minimum GPA of a 2.5. The student must be a Butler Community College sophmore (not a transfer student). The recipient must be a Butler county resident, an El Dorado High graduate is preferred. If no sophmore student is eligible then recipient must have graduated from high school with a 2.5 GPA.

Eugene & Teddy Adams Scholarship

V.H. Adams Scholarship

Alumni Fund for Scholarships

American Institute of Wine and Food Wichita Chapter Scholarship

This is the first endowed scholarship for Butler Community College’s Culinary and Hospitality Arts Programs. The AIWF was started by noteworthy chef and celebrity Julia Child in 1981. The Wichita chapter has already donated more than $65,000 to culinary and continuing education scholarships at Kansas schools and their $30,000 matched gift to Butler will benefit a Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management student.

Andover Kiwanis Scholarship Fund for USD 385

Everett & Esther Nursing Atkisson

This scholarship was established by the late Mrs. Everett (Esther) Atkisson, who longed to be a nurse for many years, but was denied the opportunity because of her father’s objections. Applicant’s major area of study must be Nursing with a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Augusta Child Care Center Scholarship

The Augusta Child Care Center closed its doors in 1996. The remaining funds were used to establish this scholarship benefiting a student studying early childhood or elementary education. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 with a major in childcare. They must be an Augusta High School graduate enrolled in child care type curriculum, particularly a student with an interest in being certified under the pertinent laws and regulations in the State of Kansas for child care centers.

Augusta USD 402 Scholarship

Auto Trade School Scholarship

Nick and Judy Badwey Memorial Scholarship

Roy & Hazel Bankey Drama Scholarship

The Bankey Drama scholarship was established by Roy Bankey and his wife, the late Hazel Bankey. Hazel was an active participant in many different organizations and had a dream of establishing and developing this scholarship. She passed away in 1998. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.0, major must be Drama, and have graduated from a high school in Butler county.

Banks Family Scholarship

Established originally as the Banks Construction Company Endowed Scholarship.  After Banks Construction Company became Savage Services, the name of the scholarship was changed to the Banks Family Scholarship. There is no GPA requirement for this scholarship.

George & Frances Banks Scholarship

Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and show financial need.

Patricia Bayles Nursing Scholarship

Butler Operational Staff Book Scholarship

Gladys Faye Beuchat Scholarship

The Beuchat scholarship was created by Gladys Faye Beuchat as a planned gift in 1988. For 33 years,Gladys taught English, French, and Spanish at Butler Community College when it was referred to as El Dorado Junior College. She was extremely active in the Greenwood County Historical Society, was an original sponsor of the Order of the Purple at Butler Community College and kept the financial records for several years, all in addition to her teaching duties. Gladys’ friends say that students kept in touch with her for many years from all corners of the world. She was 98-years-old when she died in 1993. Applicants must be interested in Foreign Language, English, History, or Government.

William G. (Bill) Bidwell Memorial Scholarship

Bluestem USD 205 Scholarship

The Bluestem USD 205 Endowed Scholarship fund was one of nine scholarships for Butler county public high schools established in 1991 during the administration of Lou Clennan, President of the Endowment Association. Lou led the Scholarships-Making It Happen campaign. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required for this scholarship and the applicant must be a graduate of Bluestem High School or its successor.

Victor & Nelle Boellner Scholarship

Margaret and Burton Bowlus Scholarship for Science

Established by Dale and Nellie Corson, Dale is Margaret Bowlus’s brother and a former President Emeritus of Cornell University. He attended college in Emporia and then at the University of Kansas. Among his many interests are chemistry and physics. Criteria was changed in 2007 to reflect the donors wishes for a student of Math or Science to receive this scholarship. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required for this scholarship. The applicant must be a major in Science/Math and must be a graduate from a Butler county high school with a minimum GPA of 3.0 average.

Jerry & Joan Branson Scholarship for Agriculture

Margaret M. Brazil Music Scholarship

Margaret M. Brazil, El Dorado/Eureka, Kan. resident during most of her 88 years of life.  She taught piano and organ in both towns and was the church organist for services, funerals and weddings. She retired when she was 80-years-old. Minimum GPA of 3.0, major in piano, organ accompaniment and/or, teaching.

Winnie Broers Memorial Scholarship

The Winnie Broers nursing scholarship was established in 1980 through a planned gift.  Applicants must be a Nursing major at Butler Community College or the University of Kansas. There is consideration to character, scholarship, and aptitude.

Nancy Brown Scholarship

Nancy Brown, Andover Middle School science teacher, and Dr. Alan Brown, Butler Community College biology faculty, wanted to create a scholarship at Butler Community College that would give a student originating from Andover Central Middle School the opportunity to attend college when for the lack of resources and a little push they would not have furthered their education beyond high school.  A GPA between 2.5 and 3.5 is required for this scholarship. Applicants must show financial need, have attended Andover Middle School and graduated from Andover Central High School.

Time Browning Memorial Scholarship

Butler County Conversation District Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the Butler County Conservation District Board of Directors in 1995. David Sundgren, Butler Vision 2000 campaign chairman worked with the board to begin this fund.  A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required for this scholarship. The applicant must major in Agriculture and it is preferred that the recipient be a Butler county high school graduate.

Caryne Caye & Carolyn Buckner Memorial Scholarship

This fund was established in memory of Caryne Caye Buckner in 1978 by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Buckner, Jr., of El Dorado. This scholarship is for a graduate of Circle High School that was active in sports or music. The recipient must have graduated with a minimum GPA of 3.0. The recipient must major in music or sports and be enrolled full-time (12 credit hours or more).

Fritz Buell Scholarship

Shirley Jackson started the Fritz Buell Scholarship in 2005 in memory of her brother.  Fritz graduated from Augusta High School in 1948 then attended Butler and sang in a men’s quartet. His first job after school was with Boeing where he developed a great interest in computers. Later, Fritz and others started a company called AID doing work for small companies that could not afford computers. Fritz then went to work in the computer department for Clinton Oil Company, which later became Energy Reserves.  His last employment was with Koch Industries in the Exploration Division setting up the computer department. After his retirement in 1995, Fritz continued working on genealogy on the computer. A minimum GPA of 3.5 and a major emphasis on Computer Science is required. This scholarship is for a student from Augusta seeking an Associate of Science in Computer Science.

Devin Burress Memorial Scholarship

Paul & Pamela Bush Scholarship

This scholarship has a minimum GPA of 2.75 and the applicant must have graduated from Rose Hill or Derby High School. The applicant must also show financial need.

Butler County Tennis Association Scholarship

Butler County Shrine Club Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the Butler County Shrine Club members in 2012. The Butler County Shrine Club is part of the Midian Shrine out of Wichita, Kan. The members of this club reside primarily in Butler and the surrounding counties.

Butler of McConnell Family Scholarship

Wayne E. Butler Memorial Scholarship

Bill & Lucy Callaway Golden Bear Athletic Scholarship

Eugene E. Carlson Music Scholarship

Robert H. Chism Art Scholarship

Robert H. Chism was a long-time art instructor at Butler Community College. He retired from in 1992. Applicants must have a major emphasis in Art.

Circle USD 375 Scholarship

Applicants must have a miniumum GPA of 2.5 and be a graduate of Circle High School.

R.A. Clymer Scholarship

This scholarship was established as a result of a dinner staged by the El Dorado Chamber of Commerce to honor Rolla Clymer. The late Rolla Clymer was a leader in the community and the state of Kansas. Applicant must be a sophomore, a resident of Butler County, and/or a graduate from a Butler county high school. This applicant must hold the highest grades their freshman year.

Commerce Bank Agriculture Scholarship

Applicants for this scholarship must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and must major in Agriculture.

Clara R. Connell Nursing Scholarship

The Clara Connell fund was created in 1982 by Mary K. and O.J. Connell, Jr. in memory of O.J.’s mother. Mr. Connell was a charter member of the Endowment Association’s Board of Directors and a life-long resident of Butler county. Applicants must be a Nursing major, seeking employment in El Dorado, and in financial need.

O.J. Connell Jr. Memorial Scholarship 

This scholarship requires a minimum GPA of 2.5 with a major in Government or Law. Applicants must have a 2.5 Cumulative High School GPA and they must be a Butler County resident.

Leonard L. Conner Memorial Scholarship 

The Conner fund was originated in 1982 by brothers David and Chris Conner in memory of their father, Leonard L. Conner. Mr. Conner was a resident of Cassoday, Kan. He was a member of the Cassoday United Methodist Church, Masonic Lodge, Cassoday Lions Club, and the Township Board. He was also a former mayor. During his lifetime, Leonard was a bus driver for elementary school children and a custodian at Flinthills High School. He cared about students and enjoyed attending their sports activities. Applicants for this scholarship must be a sophomore who was an active member in Campus Crusade for Christ their freshman year.

Tim & Emily Connell Scholarship

Three generations of the Connell Family have been involved in the agriculture and animal husbandry in the Butler county area of the Kansas Flint Hills. “We have been lucky enough to reap the material and spiritual rewards of the prairie and want to encourage others to do likewise.” This scholarship is to assist and reward those students who demonstrate a commitment and passion for the field of agriculture.

Chelsea & Hazel Cook Scholarship 

Established in 1994, this scholarship was endowed in 1996 by Hazel Cook in memory of her husband, Chelsea. Chelsea was a firm believer in the value of education. Hazel passed away in 1998. She was a teacher for many years and trained as a pharmacist as well, spening her summers in that profession. Hazel was a long-time member of the First United Methodist Church in El Dorado. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required for this scholarship.

Russell & Eva Cour Scholarship 

The Cour scholarship was established in 1993 in memory of Russell and Eva Cour by their children Tom Cour, Jerry Cour, and Carole Widick. Both Russell and Eva had strong commitments to learning and were supportive of educational opportunities in Butler county. Russell was the third generation Cour to farm land in eastern Butler county.  When ill health forced him to give up farming, he was hired by the Department of Agriculture and rose to the position of statewide auditor. Eva was born Eva Guinty and was raised in Elbing, Kan. Eva taught in Prospect and Midian Townships county schools.  She later worked for The El Dorado Times newspaper and the Butler County Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation office. This scholarship has a requirement of a minimum GPA of 2.0.

Cox/Jack Athletic Scholarship

R.D. & Edith Criss Scholarship

The Criss scholarship was established in 1976 in memory of the late R.D. and Edith Criss of Augusta, Kan. to assist vocational students. Son Ramon Criss of El Dorado is an honorary member of the Endowment Association’s Board of Directors. Applicants must major in Industrial Education and be a Butler county resident for a minimum of one year.

Madge Dalton Memorial Scholarship

The Madge D. Dalton Scholarship was established in 1983 in memory of Madge Dalton, a poet and artist who resided in El Dorado. Applicants must have a minimum of a B average and  be resident and high school graduate of Kansas. They must also major in Art.

Edith & Harry Darby Scholarship

The Edith and Harry Darby scholarship was established in 1985 to promote the philosophy of Harry Darby a former United States senator from Kansas, by awarding scholarships to outstanding students. Senator Darby was appointed to the United States Senate in 1949 where he served until 1950. He was well-known for philanthropic contributions to business, politics, and civic organizations. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required to apply and the applicant must be enrolled in at least 15 credit hours. Applicants must be seeking four yearr degree and should posess qualities of leadership, citizenship, and moral character.

Kathryn & Harry Day Endowed Nursing Scholarship

The Kathryn Day fund was established in 1990 by her husband Harry Day, their son Dr. Jon Day, and their  daughter Suzanne Day Woods. Kathryn Day was a lifelong resident of Butler county and sister to Wilda Courser, Butler Community College Alumni Association life member. Applicants must major in Nursing and must show financial need.

Keith Day Memorial Scholarship

Charles E. DeLano & Family Scholarship

Delora Evelyn Demo & Dale E. Covert Nursing Scholarhsip

Joseph L Derr Scholarhsip

Distinguished Alumni Scholarship

Original donors and past Distinguished Alumni Award recipients Steve Pershall, Debbie Hinnen, Mike Fagg, David Sundgren established this scholarship. It is preferred that the recipient is related to an Butler Community College alumnus/alumna and is a Butler county resident. Applicants must demonstrate community involvement, and show financial need.

Pat & Sylvia Do Nursing Scholarship

A minimum GPA of 3.5 is required for this scholarship, along with a major in Nursing. Applicants must be seeking employment in El Dorado and are preferred to be a person showing leadership qualities through school or community.

Don & Jean Domann Scholarship

The Don Domann Scholarship was established in his memory by his family. Don was a Kansas educator for 30 years as a classroom teacher, coach, principal and assistant superintendent of schools. He served the El Dorado school system from 1969 to 1978 and then owned Don’s Sport Store until his death in 1989. Jean’s name was added to the scholarship when she passed away in 2010. This scholarship requires a minimum GPA of 2.0.

Jeffrey S. & Teressa K. Eastman Education Scholarship

James A. Eaton Memorial Scholarship

Jim & Susie Edwards “Make a Difference” Scholarship

Applicant must be a non-traditional student, with a major in Business Technology and must have completed the GED process at Butler Community College.

El Dorado High School Class of 1954 Scholarship

This scolarship was established in 1983 to honor the El Dorado High School class of 1954 members. Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and also be an El Dorado High School graduate, with a high school GPA of 2.5.

El Dorado High School Class of 1962 Scholarship

This is a scholarship fund established by the El Dorado Class of 1962 during the Scholarships – Making It Happen campaign in 1991. Pete White, Butler Community College staff member, spearheaded the project to establish the fund with El Dorado resident Carolyn Dwire. Applicants must be a sophomore enrolled in at least six credit hours and must be an El Dorado High School Graduate or a lineal descendant of an El Dorado High School Graduate.

El Dorado Municipal Band Scholarship in Honor of Mr. Holem & Mr. Dace

El Dorado Soroptimist Scholarship

The El Dorado Soroptimist International Organization established this scholarship fund in 1984, which initially funded only nursing students. It was expanded to include allied health students in 1992. Applicant must be a major in Nursing and a full time non-traditional student that is residing in Butler County. The applicant is evaluated on past academic achievement, character, and need.

El Dorado USD 490 Scholarship

This fund was established during the 1991 Butler Community College Endowment Association’s Scholarships –Making It Happen campaign. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. The applicant must also be a graduate of El Dorado High School.

Garland P. “Jack” Ferrell, Jr. Scholarship

The Garland P.Ferrell (Jack Ferrell, Jr.) endowment was created in 1980 by Mrs. Garland P. Ferrell, Jr and family in memory of him. Mr. Ferrell was rancher from the Beaumont, Kan. area who served on the college Board of Trustees in the 1960’s. A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required. The student must also be a graduate of Bluestem High School with a GPA of 2.0 and be an active member in a church.

John K. & Mary P. Fisher Scholarship

Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and must be an El Dorado High School graduate with intentions to go to Butler Community College for two years.

Flinthills USD 492 Scholarship

This fund was established during the college’s Scholarships – Making it Happen campaign in 1991. Applicants must have a miniumum GPA of 2.5 and be a graduate of Flint Hills High School.

John Francis Memorial Scholarship

Frank & Sally Freeman Scholarship

Frank joined the Foundation board in 1994. He served as vice president in 1997 and president from 1998-1999. Frank and Sally know how important it is for young people to have funds available to further their education and help them become productive citizens in the community. Sara, Frank and Sally’s daughter, is very active in the performing arts. Frank and Sally see the important role their daughter’s involvement in the performing arts has played in her development. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. The applicant must major in Performing Arts.

Frank & Beverly Gaines Academic Scholarship

This fund was established by Frank and Beverly Gaines of Hamilton, Kan. Frank is an attorney, banker, and was a Kansas senator for many years and serves as an honorary member of the Foundation’s Board of Directors. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. The student must major in Nursing and are preferred to be former or current residents of Wilson or Greenwood counties.

Frank & Beverly Gaines Nursing Scholarship

Ronald James “R.J.” Gaines Memorial Schoalrship

Helen Galloway Scholarship for Visual Arts

John G. & Mildred L. Gish Memorial Scholarhsip

Elsie & Virgil Godding Memorial Scholarship

The Godding fund was established in 1983 in memory of Elsie and Virgil Godding.

Janice Graham Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship was established in 2005 by sisters Jana and Laura Graham in memory of their mother, Janice Graham. Applicants must be a nursing student who shows financial need and is a single parent.

Lee Roy & Teresa Grange Nursing Scholarship

The Grange fund was created in 1992 in memory of Lee Roy Grange by his wife, Teresa Grange. The field of nursing was chosen because of the fine nursing care Mr. Grange received from Butler Community College nurses at the hospital. Mr. Grange was a long-time resident of El Dorado and a longstanding member of the fraternal organization Forty and Eight, a branch of the American Legion. Nursing scholarship was one of their endeavors. His son, John Grange , is a former college trustee of 12 years as well as a local businessman and active member of the college’s Booster Club along with his wife Nancy.  Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and plan to major in Nursing.

Fred L. Green Scholarship

The Fred Green scholarship was established in 1990 in memory of Fred Green, El Dorado resident. He was best known as a pilot and flight instructor and taught more than 100 people to fly. For several years, Fred taught the science of flight at Butler Community College. He was friend of the late L.U. West, charter member of the Endowment Association. Applicants must be a graduate of a Butler county tax-supported high school and must have attended that high school during their junior and senior years of high school.

Robert Waitt Haberlein Scholarship

This fund was established in memory of Robert Waitt Haberlein, an El Dorado native who was killed in an airplane crash in 1965 at the age of 34. Robert was a graduate of El Dorado High School and Oklahoma University. His mother, Mary Waitt Haberlein, established the fund in 1981. Robert was a partner in the A.G. Haberlein men’s clothing store in El Dorado with his mother, a Wichita native. Applicant must have graduated from El Dorado High School in the upper part of their class. They must also have good character.

Haines Family Scholarship

Phillip Hamm Memorial Scholarship

The Hamm memorial was established in 1982 in memory of Phil Hamm, El Dorado banker and charter member of the Endowment Association in 1966, and was the first president of the association. Mr. Hamm’s wife Rosemary and family established the scholarship due to Mr. Hamm’s interest in the college and in furthering the education of young people in the community. Applicants must major in Business or Music and must have graduated from a Butler county high school.

Dennis W. & Ardis I. Hanson Scholarship 

This fund was established to help young people obtain a college education. The Hanson’s have been residents of El Dorado since 1960 and are proud of Butler Community College and what it provides. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and plan to major in Accounting. They must have graduated from a Butler county high school.

Ena Rae Harstine Nursing Scholarship

Lance B. Hayes Excellence in the Communications Arts Scholarship

Pat Hearrell Scholarship

The Hearrell fund was initiated in 1988 in memory of Pat Hearrell. Mr. and Mrs. Hearrell sponsored the “Cage” in El Dorado for more than 10 years, contributing their time and efforts to help community youth. The establishment of this fund was a personal project of the Endowment Association board member and three-time past president Stephen Waite.  A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required. Applicant must also be a graduate of El Dorado High School and show financial need.

Clyde Hebert Scholarship for Science

Perry & Dorothy Henman Scholarship

Established in 1998, this nursing scholarship is for a non-traditional student. It is named in honor of Perry and Dorothy, who herself became a licensed practical nurse after the age of 40. Iris Lawrence of El Dorado is Dorothy and Perry Henman’s daughter. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and plan to major in Nursing.

Larry & Jo Hess Scholarship

Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 and must be a Butler county high school graduate. This scholarship is available to academic or technical students.

Dana Royce Hilmer Book Scholarship 

This book scholarship was established in 1995 by Dana Royce Hilmer, a student and graduate of Butler Community College. He wanted to share his gratitude for being fortunate enough to have furthered his education with the help of the faculty and staff at Butler Community College. Upon his death, Dana requests ‘Memorial’ be added to the name of his scholarship. A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required. This scholarship includes books. Applicants must be a non-traditional student over the age of 30.

Lorene Hodges Music Scholarship

RoJean E. & Ralph W. Holem Scholarship

A minimum GPA of 2.5, is required. Applicants must participate in Butler Community College’s band or major in music and must have a high school GPA of 2.5.

Ollie & Gay Isom Scholarship for Track & Cross Country

JB Ranch Scholarship for Agriculture

Judge Michael Jaworsky Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Janice Jaworsky in memory of her husband, The Honorable Judge John Michael Jaworsky. Janice says her husband was ‘ever a student’. Not only did John teach classes at Butler Community College, but continued to study and learn throughout his life. His areas of interest ranged from history to theology, art and architecture to politics and continuing study of the law. It is Janice’s hope that through this scholarship his memory will live on with succeeding generations of serious students. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0, must be a Pre-Law major, and have graduated from Hillsboro High School with a minimum high school GPA of 3.0.

Dr. J.H. Johnson Scholarship 

The Johnson fund was created in 1979 in memory of Dr. J.H. Johnson, an El Dorado physician. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 and must have a 2.0 GPA or better from a Butler county high school.

Phil & Sheila Music Scholarship

Greg & Helen Joyce Scholarship

Dr. Glen Kassebaum Nursing Scholarship

Gertrude Kassebaum established this fund in 1991 in memory of her husband, Dr. Glen E. Kassebaum, who was well-known as “Dr. K”. An El Dorado physician for more than 60 years, he was one of the original members of the Butler Community College Board of Trustees. He helped create the college’s nursing program, and also the Butler County Mental Health Center. The Kassebaum Garden, located in front of the 1500 Bldg, was constructed in his honor during a campaign in 1993. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Applicant must major in Nursing.

Richard M. Kelly Memorial Scholarship

A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required.

Gayle A. Krause Scholarship for Math & Engineering

Corina Krieser Talent Scholarship

Blenda Kuhlman Scholarship

The Kuhlmann fund was established in 1975 as Blenda Kuhlmann’s planned gift. Blenda was an El Dorado resident, an El Dorado High School teacher and a Butler Community College English teacher.

Earl Eugene (Gene) Lacy Memorial Scholarship

John K. & Rosemary Lay Scholarship 

John Lay taught Human Sexuality at Butler Community College for many years.  Rosemary is an accomplished china painter. Applicant must have a minimum of C average and must pursue a career in the field of sociology and/or better society. They must also show financial need.

Archie Leben Scholarship

Hallie was a Home Economics teacher at El Dorado Jr. High School. Archie was well known in the community. He was a real estate agent and very supportive, interested and involved in the workings of the El Dorado community. Minimum GPA of 3.0, must show financial need, resident of Butler county and a graduate of a Butler county high school, involved in community and campus activities, and have potential for contribution to the community/society.

Cory Thomas (Bud) Leffler Memorial Scholarship

Flora Leland Scholarship

Link Family Memorial Scholarship

Kay Little Scholarship

Bryan D. Long Scholarship

This scholarship was established in 1980 in memory of Bryan Long. Bryan was an El Dorado resident and was attending El Dorado High School when he died at age 17. Applicant must be a graduate from El Dorado High School.

Ted & Edna Losh Scholarship

This fund was created in 1975 in memory of Ted Losh. Ted was an owner of the Losh Motor Company. Applicant must be a graduate of Bluestem High School in Leon, Kan.

Elaine Mann Scholarship

Roger Mathews Silversmith Scholarship

Carl Owen McAfee Scholarship

Levi & Mabel McCarty Scholarship

Justin McClure Scholarship

McCormick Family Scholarship

The McCormick scholarship was created in 1991 from 2/3 of the proceeds from an auction of the family home of brothers Harry, Mack and Jack McCormick. The home was situated at 8th and Orient streets in El Dorado, on the banks of the Walnut River. Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and be a graduate of El Dorado High School.

J.B. & Mary McKay Scholarship

Jim McKay Men’s Basketball Scholarship

Meeks Scholarship

Mid-America Anesthesia Professionals, LLC Scholarship

Godfrey & Emma Miller Scholarship

Molk Nursing Scholarship

The Molk endowment was established in 1977 in memory of Sophia Berman Molk and Isador Molk of El Dorado, Kan. Mrs. Molk was born in Lithuania and came to the United States as a small child. She married Isador Molk in New York and came to live in El Dorado in 1921. She was a noted author and poet who wrote several published books and retired secretary for the American Red Cross. Mrs. Molk was a member of the Hebrew Synagogue, the Sisterhood, and the Authors Club and was very interested in health education. Applicant must major in Nursing.

Molk V-Tech Scholarship 

The Molk endowment was established in 1977 in memory of Sophia Berman Molk and Isador Molk of El Dorado, Kan. Mrs. Molk was born in Lithuania and came to the United States as a small child. She married Isador Molk in New York and came to live in El Dorado in 1921. She was a noted author and poet who wrote several published books and retired secretary for the American Red Cross. Mrs. Molk was a member of the Hebrew Synagogue, the Sisterhood, and the Authors Club and was very interested in health education. Applicant must major in Vocational/Technical studies.

Molk General Academic Scholarship

The Molk endowment was established in 1977 in memory of Sophia Berman Molk and Isador Molk of El Dorado, Kan. Mrs. Molk was born in Lithuania and came to the United States as a small child. She married Isador Molk in New York and came to live in El Dorado in 1921. She was a noted author and poet who wrote several published books and retired secretary for the American Red Cross. Mrs. Molk was a member of the Hebrew Synagogue, the Sisterhood, and the Authors Club and was very interested in health education

Sophia Molk Nursing Scholarship

The Molk endowment was established in 1977 in memory of Sophia Berman Molk and Isador Molk of El Dorado, Kan. Mrs. Molk was born in Lithuania and came to the United States as a small child. She married Isador Molk in New York and came to live in El Dorado in 1921. She was a noted author and poet who wrote several published books and retired secretary for the American Red Cross. Mrs. Molk was a member of the Hebrew Synagogue, the Sisterhood, and the Authors Club and was very interested in health education. Applicant must major in Nursing.

Lillian G. Morgan Memorial Scholarship

Robert & Esther Morrison Scholarship

Applicant must show financial need.

George M. Myers Scholarship

Marc Myers, son of George M. Myers, established endowed scholarship in 1989. George M. Myers, Inc., an El Dorado firm, has been completing contracts in the construction industry for over one-half century. George Myers was president of the company until his death in 1974. Marc Myers assumed the presidency at that time. Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.0, first preference goes to an employee of GMM.

Elmo & Rojane Nash Memorial Scholarship

George & Esther Neumeyer Scholarship 

The Esther Neumeyer fund was established in 1984. Esther studied nursing in Hutchinson, Kan. and received her R.N. degree in 1929. In 1939 she became head nurse of Remington Arms Company in Bridgeport, Conn. and after retiring in 1975, remained active in the profession until her death in 1983. When George Neumeyer, Esther’s brother died in 1993 the scholarship’s name was changed to include his name. Mr. Neumeyer died at the age of 99 and 11 months. Applicant must major in Nursing.

Rex & Naomi Newcom Scholarship

The Newcom fund was established in 1979 by Rex and Naomi Newcom, former residents of Whitewater, Kan. An enduring interest in Butler County Community College prompted the gift. Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.8, be a graduate of a Butler county high school, and have a 2.8 or better high school GPA.

Nursing Alumni Scholarship

Applicant must major in Nursing, be a non-traditonal student who successfully finished the first semester of the nursing program, and demonstrates leadership skills. Priority given to a student who has not received other scholarships.

Lorrita Orndorff Memorial Scholarship for Nursing

Dr. Norman H. & Arlena Overholser Scholarship

Pace Loval # 5-251 Scholarship

Robert Parriott Memorial Scholarship

Patrick Parry Scholarship for Biology

Patmos Lodge #97 AF & AM Scholarship

Chad & Doris Patton Scholarship

Colonel James F. Patton Scholarship

The Colonel James F. Patton Scholarship was established in his memory by friends and family in 1983. Col. Patton was killed in an explosion of a United States Air Force cargo plane while on a mission in Turkey in 1982. He graduated from El Dorado High School in 1954 and from Butler County Community College in 1956. Col. Patton received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Omaha. Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.0, major in Business, have recently graduated from El Dorado High School with C average, show financial need, and be of good moral character.

Bill & Steve Pershall Scholarship

Pester Refining Scholarship

This fund was established in 1981 by the Pester Refining Company. Applicant must be a resident of Butler county and a graduate of a Butler county high school and show financial need.

Ronald D. Pickrell Memorial Scholarship

Brock Poe Memorial Scholarship

Richard Porter Memorial Scholarship

Ted Powe Memorial Scholarship

Thomas L. Prichard CPA Scholarship

PKHLS Scholarship for Pre-Architecture

This scholarship was established by John Prigmore and George Krievins to aid architecture students. Their firm, PKHL Architects has a strong association with Butler Community College. Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and major in Architecture.

Professional Engineering Consultants Scholarship

PEC is one of the largest engineering firms in Kansas. The firm has been annually recognized as one of the top 500 design engineers in the country since 1993.
More than 250 people are employed in six locations in Kansas and Oklahoma.  The firm has been instrumental in recent significant projects at Butler Community College and in El Dorado, Kan. Those projects include BG Products Veterans Sports Complex and facilities
for BG Products and Barton Solvents.

Betty Prohodsky Scholarship

Marc Adam Reeves Scholarship for Agriculture

Established by Jim and Sally Reeves in memory of their son, Marc. Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and major in Agriculture. Priority given to Butler county high school graduate.

Mary Richards Reeves Scholarship for Teaching

Remington USD 206 Scholarship

The Remington Scholarship was established during the Butler County Community College Endowment Association’s Scholarships – Making it Happen campaign in 1991. Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and be a graduate of Remington High School.

Forrest Richards Scholarship

Jerry Richards Scholarship

Mildred Riggs Scholarship

Glenna Rodman-Monfort Memorial Scholarship

Rose Hill USD 394 Scholarship

This fund was established during the Scholarships-Making it Happen campaign of 1991.  Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and be a graduate of Rose Hill High School.

Clarence Seeber Memorial Scholarship

Lynda Seward Scholarship

The Seward scholarship was established in 1988 in memory of Lynda Seward, a former business manager of Butler Community College. Applicant must be a Butler county resident with first priority given to a non-traditional female student.

Raymond (Bud) Seymour Memorial Scholarship

Robert (Bob) Shelton Scholarship

The Shelton scholarship was created in 1981 in memory of Robert N. Shelton and his wife Thelda of El Dorado and his children, Bob Shelton, and Sondra Hackler. Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 and be a graduate of a Butler county high school.

Shipley Family Scholarship

The Shipley Family Scholarship was established in 2011 by Curt and Judy Shipley. Curt was an educator for 13 years as a teacher and a coach at Milton High School and Garden City High School.  Curt later served as the Butler Grizzly Basketball coach, and Athletic Director.  Curt was also the Dean of Math, Science, and Behavioral Science at Butler.  Curt retired from Butler in 1996 after 26 years of service. Curt’s wife Judy was an elementary school teacher and the middle school secretary.  Before Judy’s retirement in 2005 she was a realtor for 20 years.

Dorothy I. Shoemake Memorial Scholarship

The Shoemake scholarship was established in 1985 in memory of Dorothy Shoemake of El Dorado, the greatly loved mother of three daughters, whose dream it was to become a nurse was unfulfilled in the 1930′s due to financial reasons. It was Dorothy’s desire to help other young women realize their dream. Applicant must major in Healing Arts and show financial need.

Ernest C. Skiles Memorial Scholarship

This unrestricted scholarship was established in 1984 in memory of Ernest Skiles.

Denise Smith Scholarship

The Denise Smith fund was established in 1985 in memory of Denise Smith by her parents. Denise, a former El Dorado resident, died unexpectedly at the age of 26. She graduated from El Dorado High School and Butler Community College. She received her bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts from Fort Hays State University and was working on her M.B.A. from Wichita State University. Applicant must show financial need.

Ray L. & Edna Smith Scholarship

This scholarship fund was created in 1979 by Ray L. and Edna V. Smith. Mr. Smith was a local resident and businessman.

Richard I. Spann Scholarship

Mr. Spann taught business classes at Butler Community College in the 1930’s. He lived in the Kansas City area and passed away in 2005. Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.5.

Ray Sparks & Helen Reynolds Art & Creative Writing Scholarship

Mike Stroh Academic Scholarship 

This scholarship was established in 1996 in memory of Mike Stroh by his wife Donna, family members, and friends from Texaco Refining & Marketing of El Dorado. Mike was well known at Butler Community College due to his work with college administrators in the early to mid-1990s to establish the Texaco Center for Teaching Excellence, a resource room for faculty. Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and show financial need.

Rita Sullivan Scholarship

George E. Swift Jr. Scholarship

Manley & Lois Tague Agriculture Scholarship

This fund was established by Lois Tague in memory of her husband. The award may also be used to support the agriculture program needs as identified by the instructor. Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 and major in Agriculture with priority given to Butler county high school graduates.

Glenn Taliaferro Scholarship

Janet N. & Louis W. Men’s Basketball Scholarship

Robert Y. & Florence M. Taliaferro Scholarship

First preference to a student from Butler county.

Wayne & Gayle Taliaferro Women’s Basketball Scholarship

Technology Scholarships

Roy Vickery Scholarship

Vietti Student Success Fund

Ervin A. & Ann H. Voth Scholarship

Marguerite & Leroy Waite Scholarship

This endowed general scholarship fund was established in 1993 in memory of Marguerite and LeRoy Waite by friends and family. LeRoy was born in the 19th century in a cabin near Santa Fe Lake Road, south of Towanda, Kan. He died at the age of 109, was the great-grandfather of former Endowment Association President Stephen Waite and father of Noble Waite of El Dorado. Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and be a full-time student with preference given to students from Butler county.

Stephen L. & David A. Waite Scholarship

Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.5, major in Business or Physics, and be a Butler county resident.

Edwin Walbourn Scholarship

Rick & Janet Weidenheimer Scholarship

LU West Basketball Scholarship

Robert F. White Trust Scholarship for Agriculture

K.T. Wiedemann Memorial Scholarship

The Wiedemann fund was established in 1971 in memory of K.T. Wiedemann, a well known Butler county oil man and rancher. He died in 1961 of injuries suffered in an automobile accident. Applicant must be a graduate of a Butler county high school, a resident of Butler County, and obtain three letters of recommendation, one of which will be from his/her high school advisor or principal.

Gary E. Wilkerson, RN. Scholarship for Nursing

Established by Gary Wilkerson’s wife, Cheryl, and two sons, Matthew and Marcus Wilkerson in his memory. Gary Wilkerson of Severy was a longtime El Dorado resident who graduated from Butler County School of Nursing in 1982. He worked as a nurse for 24 years, the past 10 at Susan B. Allen Memorial Hospital as a surgery and recovery nurse.  Applicant must be a resident of Butler or Greenwood county, major in Nursing, preferred to have plans of working in Greenwood/Butler County hospitals, with preference going to a non-traditional student.

Tom & Beverly Wilkinson Scholarship

This nursing scholarship was established in 1982 by Tom and Beverly Wilkinson. In memory of their children Rick and Julie who died as young children in the 1960’s of Cystic Fibrosis. Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.5, major in Nursing, preferably a Butler Co Resident, show financial need, and have evidence of potential to succeed.

Ruth Wilson-Brooks Nursing Scholarship

Wilson-Hartwig Scholarship

Walter & Cuma Woods Scholarship 

Cuma Woods established this scholarship in memory of her husband Walter in 1985. Mr. Woods was an educator in Leon and Whitewater, Kan. schools and served as superintendent of Kansas State Boy’s Industrial School in Topeka for two years. For more than 20 years, he served with the Butler County Conservation District and was contracting officer for the Little-Walnut Hickory and Muddy Creek. Applicant must major in Nursing with preference given to residents from Butler county, particularly those from the Leon area.

Bill & Martha Wyss Scholarship

Martha Wyss established this scholarship in honor of her deceased husband, Bill. The Whyss’ spent all of their lives in Butler county and were very involved in the community.  For this reason, Martha chose to have the scholarship support a student from one of the Butler county high schools. Applicant must show financial need and have graduated from a Butler county high school.

Helen Teter Zebold Math/Science Scholarship

Carter Zerbe Family Memorial Scholarship

Carter J. Zerbe was a 53 year resident of Augusta, Kansas, active as a community and church leader.  He was the longtime publisher of the Augusta Daily Gazette until his retirement in 2004.  He also served as regional manager for Liberty Group Publishing after that company acquired the newspaper in the mid 1990’s.

Carter was born in Burlington, Iowa, into a newspaper publishing family and held high regard for all aspects of community journalism—reporting and writing, photography, bookkeeping, advertising sales, page layout, printing and distribution.  After succeeding his father as full-time publisher of the Augusta Daily Gazette in 1979, he led the award-winning publication for more than 25 years, providing job opportunities to countless college students during hands-on internships.

Carter graduated with honors from Wichita State University, after attending night classes for nearly a decade as an adult student.  During his years as Gazette publisher, he served on the Augusta Unified School District 402 Board of Education for eight years, with one term as board president.  Following his retirement, Carter served on the Board of Trustees for Butler Community College, where he was board president for two terms.

A strong proponent for education, Carter worked hard to voice the business case for improved student access with expanded and improved facilities, strengthened academic programs to enhance achievement, and development of training opportunities that lead to gainful employment.  He was a tireless advocate for Butler Community College students, particularly returning adults who attended while balancing other work and life responsibilities.

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Adelante Scholarship

Irene Baldwin Animal Welfare Scholarship

Bluestem Vintage Auto Scholarship

Boeing Charitable Trust Scholarship

Boyer Educational Trust Scholarship

James & Catherine Buck Charitable Trust Scholarship

Butler IT Scholarship

Golda Fowler Scholarship

Mary Eva Brown Hamilton Memorial Scholarship

International Student Scholarships

David Kohls Memorial Scholarship

Latino Outreach Program Scholarship

Glenn & Dianne Lygrisee Scholarship

Justin McClure Scholarship for Baseball

Molk GED/Re-entry/Non-Traditional Student Scholarships

Molk Admissions Ambassador Scholarship

James E. Perry & Donelda M. Brown Vocational Scholarship

Perez Scholarship for Administration of Justice Scholarship

Jim & Sally Reeves Scholarship

Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.0, show financial need, and be a graduate of Bluestem High School.

Lonnie & LaDonna Snook Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Lonnie and LaDonna Snook in 2007. Having benefitted Lonnie by attending El Dorado Junior College and LaDonna by scholarships, these practicing Catholics seek to assist their church, their community, worthy recipients and Butler Community College through these scholarships. Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.0, be a non-athlete, a graduate of a Butler county high school, be a practicing Catholic, and show financial need without receiving Financial Aid.

Study Abroad Programs and International Student Scholarships

Program Support Funds

Student Emergency Fund

 

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