The Michigan Education Association at Bay College has chosen the recipients of the annual Faculty Association Scholarship award. From left are Molly Campbell, MEA Faculty Association Scholarship Committee chair; Keaton Krouth, Escanaba Campus scholarship recipient; Jennifer Farnsworth, MEA Faculty Association Scholarship Committee chair; and Christina Reed, nursing faculty. Not shown is the Iron Mountain Campus recipient, who opted to remain anonymous. (Submitted photo)

ESCANABA — Full-time faculty members of the Michigan Education Association at Bay College have announced the recipients of the annual Faculty Association Scholarship award.

Established with the Bay College Foundation, the scholarship recognizes both the academic achievement and unmet financial need of current Bay College students. The fund provides two scholarships at $500 each.

This year’s recipients include Keaton Krouth of the Escanaba Campus and an Iron Mountain Campus student who has chosen to remain anonymous.

Krouth is pursuing an associate degree in nursing with the goal of becoming a registered nurse. Inspired by a family member working in the healthcare field, he developed an early passion for helping others and strengthening his clinical skills. After earning his certified nurse aide certification, his commitment to nursing only grew stronger.

“This scholarship will impact my time at Bay College in many ways, but most importantly it will allow me to reduce my work hours so I can focus more fully on my studies,” Krouth said. “I am extremely thankful for this scholarship and the financial support it provides as I work through the nursing program. By dedicating more time and energy to my classes, I can better prepare for my future as a registered nurse.”

After graduation, Krouth plans to transition from his current CNA role into a registered nursing position at a local nursing home, with long-term goals of working in a hospital setting and potentially exploring travel nursing opportunities.

The second recipient, an Iron Mountain campus student, expressed a deep appreciation for the support.

“Receiving this scholarship means so much to me,” the student said. “It eases financial stress and allows me to remain focused on my education and future goals. I am incredibly thankful to the faculty for their investment in students like me.”

To be eligible for the award, students must have completed 24 or more Bay College credits with a 3.0 or higher grade-point average and have applied for Bay College scholarships. The Faculty Association Scholarship is unique in that the selection occurs after the regular scholarship award process has been completed. Faculty select their recipients from a pool of students who still have some unmet financial need not yet covered by other scholarships and/or financial aid.

“Each year, our faculty look forward to recognizing students who demonstrate dedication, perseverance, and commitment to their education. This scholarship allows us to provide meaningful support as they continue working toward their academic and career goals. We are proud of this year’s recipients and all they are accomplishing at Bay College,” said Molly Campbell, Faculty Association Scholarship Committee chair.

Bay College students can apply for scholarships online at www.baycollege.edu/scholarships.

For more information on the Bay College Foundation, go online to www.baycollege.edu/foundation, email foundation@baycollege.edu, or call 906-217-1700.