Scholarships
Luther College students participating in TRIO Student Support Services are eligible to apply for two scholarships.
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“These scholarships are more than financial support — they’re a recognition of our students’ resilience, leadership and academic excellence,” said Jennifer Hanifl, director of TRIO Student Support Services.
Steven Mark Anderson Scholarship
The Steven Mark Anderson Scholarship benefits Luther College students involved in TRIO Student Support Services. The Steven Mark Anderson Scholarship was established in 2001 by Lloyd and Kathy Anderson of Ames, Iowa, in memory of their son, Pastor Steven Mark Anderson, who graduated from Luther in 1985.
Up to six students receive $1,000 each through this scholarship.
Six Luther College students have each received a $1,000 Steven Mark Anderson Scholarship for the 2021-22 academic year.
Six Luther College students have each received a $1,000 Steven Mark Anderson Scholarship for the 2020–21 academic year.
Five Luther College students have each received a $1,000 Steven Mark Anderson Scholarship for the 2019-20 academic year. Recipients of the scholarship were announced during the Luther College TRIO Celebration Banquet on April 10. Recipients include Emmy Buntrock, Taehjona Hodges, Julia Lieb, Viola Niyizigama and Grace Weinrich.
The Steven Mark Anderson Scholarship benefits Luther students involved in the TRIO Achievement Program. TRIO provides “holistic, individualized support and comprehensive programming that promotes students’ academic success, personal development and sense of community.” The federally funded program has been sponsored by Luther for over 45 years and serves approximately 185 students annually.
Recipients include Jasmine Elliott, Samantha Ferguson, Lilah Gray, Emily Marthaler, Kaylee Martin, Samuel Nemechek and Samantha Reesman.
Karen Julesberg Scholarship
The Karen Julesberg Scholarship benefits Luther College students involved in TRIO Student Support Services. Karen Julesberg ’60 of Madison, Wisconsin, has sponsored this scholarship since 2012.
Up to four students usually receive $1,000 each from this scholarship.
“When I was considering the many worthwhile opportunities that support Luther students and programs, it took me some time to select one that not only fit my interests but also touched my heart,” said Julesberg. “Once I learned about TRIO with its variety of activities designed to support income-eligible and first-generation students, my choice was easy.”
Four Luther College students have each received a $1,000 Karen Julesberg Scholarship for the 2022-23 academic year.
TRIO Student Support Services
Luther College
700 College Drive
Preus Library 107
Decorah, Iowa 52101
Office Hours
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Additional hours as scheduled.
Phone: 563-387-1269
Fax: 563-387-1411