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Basic Information

Deadline:
April 15, 2026

Description

Created in 1982 from the estate of Flossie Widney, this scholarship honors the traditions of farming for the people of Whitley County and is intended to enlarge the progress and contentment of rural living. B.V. was a graduate of Tri-State College with a B.S. in Science and was a staff member at Purdue University. Flossie attended courses at Purdue University. This scholarship is awarded based on financial need, scholastic ability and personal character. Preference is given to Whitley County students seeking a degree from Purdue University in the field of Agriculture or students seeking an Engineering or Science Degree from Trine University. Students pursuing a degree in Health and Human Services degree from Purdue will also be considered.

This scholarship is administered by the Community Foundation of Whitley County.

Eligibility Criteria

Residency:
Whitley County
High Schools:
Churubusco Jr./Sr. High School, Columbia City High School, Whitko High School
Colleges:
Chattahoochee Valley Community College, Trine University
Fields of Study:
Pre-Veterinary Studies, Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant, COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES, Computer Programming, Information Science/Studies, Information Science/Studies, Computer Science, Computer Science, Computer Software and Media Applications, Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, ENGINEERING, Biomedical/Medical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, General, Engineering Science, Engineering Science, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Geological/Geophysical Engineering, Geological/Geophysical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians, BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES, Biology, General, Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology, Zoology/Animal Biology, Zoology/Animal Biology, Genetics, Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography, Neuroscience, Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, PHYSICAL SCIENCES, Astronomy and Astrophysics, Chemistry, Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences, Physics, PSYCHOLOGY, Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology, School Psychology, Homeland Security, Homeland Security, Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist, Dental Assisting/Assistant, Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, Health and Medical Administrative Services, Medical/Clinical Assistant, Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant, Occupational Therapist Assistant, Pharmacy Technician/Assistant, Respiratory Therapy Technician/Assistant, Radiologist Assistant, Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic), Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist, Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist, Surgical Technology/Technologist, Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician, Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer, Athletic Training/Trainer, Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician, Pre-Dentistry Studies, Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies, Pre-Pharmacy Studies, Pre-Nursing Studies, Pre-Chiropractic Studies, Pre-Occupational Therapy Studies, Pre-Optometry Studies, Pre-Physical Therapy Studies, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, Public Health, Art Therapy/Therapist, Music Therapy/Therapist, Occupational Therapy/Therapist, Physical Therapy/Therapist, Health Aides/Attendants/Orderlies, Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services, Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage, BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES, Business Administration, Management and Operations, Accounting and Related Services, Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations, Finance and Financial Management Services, Hospitality Administration/Management, Human Resources Management and Services, International Business, Actuarial Science, Marketing, Insurance, Insurance, General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations, Construction Management