GSRMC | Scholarships

Joan C. Krammes Memorial Scholarship for Nursing Education

Purpose

In addition to honoring the memory of Joan C. Krammes, a Good Samaritan Emergency Department nurse and supervisor for 27 years, and department director 1994-2004, the purpose of this scholarship program is to offer financial support to Good Samaritan employees and/or community members who are interested in furthering their healthcare career in any field of nursing, especially Emergency Nursing. Applicants could also be interested in a Registered Nurse (RN), a Bachelor's of Nursing (BSN), or Master's of Nursing (MSN) program of study. This scholarship is not based totally on financial need, but rather also on merit, academic promise and community service.

Eligibility

A scholarshiip award(s) will be presented annually. An applicant MUST already be enrolled at or accepted to an accredited post-secondary institution. Current (2008) high school graduates ARE NOT eligible.

Disbursements

One scholarship will be awarded annually.

Guidelines

Applications requesting scholarship funds must be submitted to Good Samaritan Foundation Scholarship Committee by April 1. Applications will be available in the Emergency Department, in the Foundation Office at Good Samaritan, or online at www.gsrmc.com.

Scholarship Criteria

Applicants must already be an enrolled student in an accredited post-secondary institution studying for a career in any nursing program as described above under the purpose.
The application must be accompanied by two references. It is preferred one reference be given by a supervisor; the other by a designee of a group that the applicant does community service work with (ie: American Cancer Society, United Cerebral Palsy; local fire company, etc.)
The application must be accompanied by a short essay (2 pages or less) highlighting why he or she should be considered for this scholarship. This essay should also include other pertinent information concerning the applicant's circumstances (familial, financial, or otherwise) which would be helpful in assessing merit, such as honors, activities, community service, and work experiences. The applicant should also address future plans as related to the chosen career or area of study.
A college transcript (if applicable) must accompany the application.

Click here for the 2008 Joan C. Krammes Memorial Scholarship for Nursing Education Application.

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