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Ray Stoesser Memorial Scholarship

Ray Stoesser Memorial Scholarship

Applicable For:

Undergraduate Students

Max Award Amount:

$5,000

Application Deadline:

01/12/2023
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About This Scholarship

The Ray Stoesser Memorial Scholarship is a scholarship program offered by the North Dakota Rural Water Systems Association (NDRWSA). The scholarship is designed to honor the memory of Ray Stoesser, who was a founding member of the NDRWSA and a strong advocate for rural water systems in North Dakota. The Ray Stoesser Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to a deserving North Dakota high school senior who is planning to pursue a career in the water or wastewater industry. To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must be residents of North Dakota and must plan to attend an accredited college or university.

The scholarship award amount varies from year to year, but typically ranges from $500 to $1,000. It can be used to cover tuition, fees, books, and other educational expenses.

Overall, the Ray Stoesser Memorial Scholarship is a great opportunity for North Dakota high school seniors who are interested in pursuing a career in the water or wastewater industry. The scholarship not only provides financial assistance but also recognizes and honors the contributions of a dedicated advocate for rural water systems in North Dakota.

Eligibility Criteria For Ray Stoesser Memorial Scholarship

To apply for the scholarship, interested students should visit the NDRWSA website and complete the scholarship application form. The application deadline is typically in the spring, and award recipients are typically announced in the summer. Although, eligibility criteria for this scholarship are as follows:

  • Candidates should be considering a profession in an area related to agriculture. Seniors in high school, college students, and/or recent graduates of colleges are all eligible to apply.
  • Candidates should send a video no longer than five minutes long that addresses the following question in addition to completing the online application form:
    • What do you envision for the American rice industry’s future?

Please discuss issues like food security/safety, sustainability, etc. that are important to the future of the US rice business.

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