Our Stories
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Every gift, every connection, and every success has a story behind it. The space shares the inspiring journeys of 鶹ԭ alumni, donors, volunteers, and students. These students lives have been positively impacted by the Foundation.
Our Stories
Braden Fee
Devils Lake, ND
I wasnt quite sure where I wanted to go for college, but the supportive atmosphere really touched me. The cost was also a big factor, and that truly helped solidify my decision.
鶹ԭ has many, many scholarships to help students attending college. My scholarships helped bring relief from worrying about how I was going to pay for college.
Braden is a qualifier for International DECA competitions.
Braden received a scholarship from the Brian and Deb Houkom Endowment.
Tucker Bercier
Belcourt, ND
Scholarships played a huge role in Tucker Bercier college journey. He chose 鶹ԭ because it was a way to learn to be independent yet close to home. While at 鶹ԭ he received honor scholarships, the Susan E. Greenleaf endowed scholarship and external scholarships.
Scholarships have been beneficial in allowing me to focus on the content of my studies, rather than the financial burdens. The generous donors of 鶹ԭ have helped shape my entire career path, so I am forever grateful."
After graduating this December, Bercier transferred to continue studies with a goal of being a social science educator.
Mariah Foote
Mariah Foote attended 鶹ԭ from 2015 - 2017. She earned her Associate Degree of Science from 鶹ԭ in those two years. Mariah transferred to the University of Mary to pursue a psychology bachelor and a Doctor of Occupational Therapy. With her full college education, Mariah will work as an occupational therapist.
Mariah college education started at 鶹ԭ and to her, it was a great experience. I am deeply grateful for the support and encouragement I received from the 鶹ԭ staff, particularly Shaun Prince. Her guidance and unwavering belief in my potential were instrumental in my education journey, Mariah said.
Mariah advice to students: 鶹ԭ offers great support and services like TRiO, which guided me to my degree.
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