2021 Ventura College Scholarship Program

2021 SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS

DONOR & RECIPIENT
COMMEMORATIVE
PROGRAM

FOR MORE INFO:
805.289.6461 | [email protected]
4667 Telegraph Rd, Ventura, CA 93003
VenturaCollegeFoundation.org

SPECIAL WELCOME MESSAGE

As Executive Director of the Ventura College Foundation,
it gives me great pleasure to share that the Foundation
awarded 400 scholarships to Ventura College Students
amounting to $652,758.40 in support in 2020-2021.
We are proud to walk alongside these students as they
overcome tremendous barriers to their education
including food insecurity, housing insecurity, financial
need, working multiple jobs, a virtual learning
environment, and a whole host of pandemic challenges.
The Foundation's goal each year is to provide impactful
support to students so it might be possible to eliminate
one ten-hour a week part-time job, spend more time
focused on their studies and successfully accomplish their
academic pursuits.
None of this would be possible without our remarkable
donors! Your generosity and support allows Ventura
College students to break through their barriers to
achieve their academic dreams. It is such a privilege to
partner with our visionary and big-hearted donors who
believe in the power of education to give economic resilience to every member of our community.

With gratitude,

ANNE PAUL KING
Executive Director
Ventura College Foundation
[email protected] | 805.289.6160

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Pg. 5
Pgs. 12-29
ABOUT THE VENTURA COLLEGE FOUNDATION Pgs. 32-50
2021-2022 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS Pgs. 51
2021 SCHOLARSHIP INDEX Pgs. 52
VCF REVIEW COMMITTEE
VCF BOARD & EMERITUS | VC EXECUTIVE TEAM

Thank You 2021 Scholarship Donors!

Due to the generosity of our scholarship donors, the Ventura College Foundation is awarding
$652,758.40 in scholarship support to deserving VC students to enhance their learning experience

& transform their lives!

Thank You to Bank of The Sierra
The Official Digital Program Sponsor



ABOUT THE VENTURA COLLEGE FOUNDATION

OUR MISSION: FACILITATING STUDENT SUCCESS

Established in 1983, the Foundation is one of the most successful community college foundations in
California, having raised more than $39.6 million dollars for Ventura College and its students.
The Ventura College Foundation transforms students’ lives through education by providing innovative
and vital resources and financial support. The Foundation collaborates with Ventura College to
enhance human potential, civic engagement, careers, and academic success of students enabling their
effective impact and legacy on the college, local workforce, and our community.

VCF PROGRAMS

GENERAL SCHOLARSHIPS
DAVID P. BIANCO TEXTBOOK LENDING & RESERVE LIBRARY
PHOENIX & VETERAN SCHOLARSHIPS
FOSTER YOUTH SUPPORT
WEEKEND MARKETPLACE
JERRY ARELLANO VETERAN RESOURCE CENTER LIBRARY
VC CORPORATE PARTNERSHIP & CAMPUS PROGRAMS SUPPORT

VCF STAFF

ANNE PAUL KING, Executive Director
GERRY PANTOJA, Director of Major & Planned Giving
JULI BLASINGAME, Director of Finance
JAIMEE GALVAN, Programs & Events Manager
JULIE HARVEY, Development Manager
ESMERALDA JUAREZ, Marketplace Supervisor
BROOKE WHITLEY, Development Database Assistant
CYNDIE WHITLEY, Finance Manager

FOR MORE INFO:
805.289.6461 | [email protected]
4667 Telegraph Rd, Ventura, CA 93003
VenturaCollegeFoundation.org

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

CAPTAIN SPONSOR

ADMIRAL SPONSOR

PIRATE SPONSOR

NAVIGATOR SPONSORS
TREASURE MAP SPONSOR
The Official Digital Program Sponsor

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In Memory of Aurora Loss (1918-2020)

Aurora Loss was born on January 22,
1918 and grew up on a farm in a mining
town in Montana. She was a woman
ahead of her time. She was an
independent, savvy, career-driven
woman.

Aurora began her professional
journey as a chambermaid and later a
waitress at the Grand Canyon Hotel in
Yellowstone Park. After years of
waitressing, she attended Billings
Business College which launched her
into a successful career in the
engineering industry and as a
government administrator that took her
many places including the Pentagon in
Washington D.C. during WWII.

While in Washington D.C., Aurora became ill and needed to be hospitalized. It was an era where women
had difficulty advocating for themselves. When the doctors brushed away her symptoms, she was shown
support and kindness by a nurse. She believed the nurse’s efforts on her behalf helped save her life.

Aurora eventually relocated to California to be closer to family. Aurora found an opportunity to return
the long-ago kindness she had received by supporting Ventura College nursing students with
scholarships and program support. In doing so, Aurora helped the future by honoring the past.

The benefit of her generosity extends to the community as her giving ensures there is a workforce of
qualified nurses. It is projected that there will be a nursing shortage through 2030 since so many nurses
are expected to retire in the coming years, as well as the aging population and the changing face of
healthcare. Ventura College is working to fill the nursing gap as it graduates an increasing number of
high-quality nurses who enjoy a 100% pass rate and success on the National Council Licensure
Examination (NCLEX).

Aurora passed peacefully on April 5, 2020 at 102 years of age. Aurora’s
legacy lives on through her generous bequest of nearly $200,000 to
both establish an endowed scholarship fund for nursing students and
to enable the VC Nursing Department to purchase medical training
equipment. Her generosity of spirit will ensure that generations ahead
will receive quality care and caring from Ventura College’s nursing
program graduates.

In Memory of Stan Weisel (1927-2020)

Stan Weisel passed into a new plane of existence on
Wednesday, January 29, 2020. He was a scholar,
humanitarian, philanthropist, and self-made man. Stan was
born on April 4, 1927 in Rochester, New York, and he
moved to Los Angeles in 1928. He graduated from Fairfax
High School in 1945 and was drafted into the army a few
months later. When the war ended, he attended UCLA and
put his sight on teaching.

Stan taught Jr. High School math and sciences, and when
the opportunity arose, he taught math at East L.A. College.
He moved to Ventura County in 1982 when he retired from
teaching, and has called the City of Ventura home for the
past 35 years. He was a walker and a talker, golf and tennis
player, duplicate bridge teacher, and lover of music and
dance. Most of all, his inquiring and curious mind propelled
his exploration for knowledge and wisdom.

His motto was to “pay it forward” and he did so by helping those in need. His gift to Ventura
College for the Phoenix program is notable and every year scholarships are given to women
returning to school whose lives were interrupted by “life”. The library at Ventura College (LRC) is
dedicated to him and his gift there continues to generate scholarships every year. In 2015 Stan
spoke to a gathering of students and donors:

“I want people to know how important, how satisfying, how joy-filled it is to give, to really help
others. Most people would love to make other people happy…education is the great equalizer. It
gives everyone a chance, no matter their story or background. I have a message to give to the
Phoenix Scholars in this room tonight. A Phoenix Scholarship is a push to help give you the
education in the area that’s best for you to better your life and the lives of
others around you. This scholarship gift is given to you so that eventually you
can give your treasure away to help others like you. And you will take my place
and the place of other donors in this room to make the world a better place, one
life at a time. Thank you for the opportunity to experience the joy of giving and
helping others.”

Stan continues to live through his love and generosity that forever linger in our
hearts and minds. We are each better for having known him, and we will miss his
quick wit and joyful good humor.

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In Memory of Elaine James (1946-2019)

On December 28, 1946, a miracle baby was blessed to the
union of Clifton and Lillian Marie McNeil. They named her
Elaine. Little Elaine McNeil was the sixth of nine children. She
was raised in Mobile, Alabama, in Ebenezer A.M.E.Z. Church,
where her parents were dutiful and dedicated members.
Elaine would go on to become a dedicated servant of her
Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. In the latter season of her life,
Elaine relocated to Oxnard, California, where she would
reside until her return to glory, on August 22, 2019.

Elaine was someone that did not seek publicity nor the
limelight unless it helped a cause that would benefit others.
She was in the Frontline documentary, “Snitch” that focused
on an effort to free Clarence Aron, a young, Black man in her
hometown who had been sentenced to life in prison without
parole for involvement in a drug conspiracy. Aron’s
involvement was minimal, yet he refused to “snitch” on other
offenders and was therefore imprisoned. Elaine made many
trips to Washington D.C. and was part of a groundswell of
people working to free him. Ultimately, he received a pardon from President Obama and was released
after two decades of imprisonment.

Elaine was also involved in the short 2004 documentary, “Mighty Times: The Children’s March”, about
the Birmingham, Alabama civil rights marches in the 1960’s. It focused on the bravery of young activists
in the Children’s Crusade. The film makers made use of her “distinctive Southern voice”, which earned
her name in the credits. It received an Academy Award for Best Documentary (Short Subject).

Elaine’s most prolific work and passion was in ministry and spanned more than 40 plus years. She
traveled all over the United States ministering and preaching the gospel. After serving in the capacity of
evangelist for many years, Ralph and Elaine co-founded Overcomers Community Outreach Ministries
(Heritage Square Hall Chapel, 731 A St, Oxnard, CA 93030), where they co-pastored and led a thriving
congregation, as a family. Those that are left to cherish her memory, will miss her infectious sense of
humor, bold convictions, wise advice, uncompromising love, and no-nonsense delivery of the Word of
God.

Elaine is survived by her husband, Ralph James. Elaine and Ralph have a history of
generosity with the Ventura College Foundation. They established scholarships in
honor of their mothers, Marie McNeil Memorial Scholarship (Elaine) and Maude A.
Broughton Memorial Scholarship endowment (Ralph). Ralph served on the Ventura
College Foundation Board of Directors and is retired from his career at Ventura College
as a beloved educational counsellor.

In Memory of Donald G. Gloisten Sr. (1928-2019)

Donald Gerard Gloisten Sr., beloved father, husband, brother,
grandfather, great grandfather, and friend, passed away June
10, 2019 of natural causes at home at the age of 91.

Don was born in NY and lived in a Coldwater flat above the
family deli in Brooklyn, NY. He attended Bishop Loughlin High
School, Seton Hall University, NJ., Saint Francis College,
Brooklyn, NY. and completed degrees in Bachelor of Arts,
Finance and eventually his JD.

After serving in the Army he hitch-hiked (Don had an
adventurous side) to Mexico City where he used the GI bill to
study for a few years. While in Mexico he climbed a number
of the Mexican peaks including Popocatepetl.

He started his Financial career as a runner on the floor of the

NYSE. After completing his law degree at night, he became

House Counsel and worked directly with Jack Dreyfus (a

financial giant) of the Dreyfus Fund, NY. Firms he worked with

are Wedbush Noble Cooke (now Wedbush), Bateman Eichler,

Hill, Richards, AM Kidder and Co, Glore Forgan Staats and the

NY Stock Exchange. Growing tired of working for others, Don Pictured: VC Foundation Board Chair Rob van

formed GBS Financial Corp in 1985, a full-service broker Nieuwburg presenting the Mary J. Gloisten Nursing

dealer and NASD member. Don won many awards for Scholarship to previous recipient, Jean Adame.

financial achievement including the prestigious Stock Broker

Hall of Fame in 1996. He also ran for Ventura City Counsel and was heavily involved in community

projects, politics and philanthropy. Over his lifetime he met many US presidents, senators and

dignitaries including Richard Nixon, Ronald Reagan, Bob Dole, and Newt Gingrich.

Don and his wife Mary enjoyed travelling the world. Don had a voracious passion for knowledge. He was
a student of life and a teacher to many in his over 20 years of teaching at UCLA. He was a published
author of many articles on finance and investments including his monthly Gloisten Investment Letter. He
was an accomplished photographer, pianist, painter, fisherman, philanthropist, father, storyteller, and
financier. One of Don's most recent passions was to help the younger generation understand the
dangers and allure of drugs. He coined the phrase, "Say Nope to Dope, Say Cool to School" and
introduced a musical/poetry contest to the local schools encouraging young children to express and
better understand the losses associated with drug and alcohol addiction.

He was beloved by all and special in so many ways. He touched many people's lives.

Don and Mary established the endowed Mary J. Gloisten Nursing Scholarship to
support Ventura College Nursing Students in perpetuity.

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GIVING THE GIFT OF EDUCATION THROUGH A SCHOLARSHIP
Education is the gift that lasts a lifetime and creating a scholarship is a wonderful
opportunity to turn a student’s dream into a reality. Donors are invited to participate in

our scholarship program by establishing a scholarship fund.
For more information, please contact

Gerry Pantoja, Director of Major and Planned Giving
at 805-289-6158 or [email protected]

2021 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

(in alphabetical order)

Audrey Abbe
Judith Leventhal Two-Dimensional Art Scholarship
Micheline & Albert Sakharoff Theatre Arts Scholarship

Kimberly Abbe
Mary Guthrie Teaching Scholarship

Jaime Adame
Ventura College Holistic Studies Scholarship

Yasmine Ahllamara
Advocates for Social Justice Scholarship
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship

Noah Aist
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
Western States Petroleum Association Scholarship

Joshua Alamillo
Dr. Joyce Mason Evans (VCCC Retired) Annual Scholarship
I-DA-KA Scholarship
Pier Angela Fiumerodo Memorial Scholarship

Nathan Albert
Fattarelli Family Trust Scholarship
Micheline Sakharoff Phoenix Scholarship

Sebastian Alvarez
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
Lillian Dember Scholarship
Ventura College Math & Science Scholarship

Deonte Amar
Don L. Carlton Family Scholarship

Nagham Arar

James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship

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Monique Archibeque
Osher Foundation Scholarship

Lesley Arenas
Mary Guthrie Teaching Scholarship

Aldair Arevalo
Bess Pinkstaff Scholarship
Terence P. O'Neill Memorial Scholarship

Shannon Arevalo
David P. Bianco Family Scholarship
Drs. Rosalind Warner and Michael Hogan Foster Youth Scholarship

Usman Asim
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
Totten J. and Frances M. Anderson Scholarship

Arturo Balderrama
Frank Nolan Memorial Scholarship
John and Glenda Hammer Science Scholarship

Alexis Baloyo
Frank Nolan Memorial Scholarship
Noah Charles Kriese Memorial Scholarship

Gabi Baltzell
Diana Lillie Seely Memorial Scholarship
Edmund Andreas Arredondo Memorial Scholarship

Cristian Barragan
Dr. Morris and Judith Leventhal Art Scholarship

Karen Barrera
Jacqueline D. Walker Memorial Scholarship
Jessica Prescott Art Scholarship

Rachel Becerra
Mary Guthrie Teaching Scholarship

Roman Becher
Bill Miller Memorial Scholarship
George R. Anderson Memorial Scholarship
John Tallman Memorial Scholarship
Miriam and Henry Schwab Memorial Aquatics Scholarship

Scott Bell
Southern California Edison STEM Scholarship
Ventura College Foundation Veterans Scholarship

Colin Braza
Carrasco Nungaray Family Scholarship
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship

Michael Bryant
California Resources Corporation Veteran Students Scholarship
Ventura College Foundation Veterans Scholarship

Natalia Bucio
Ed and Sue Stile Scholarship
Frank Nolan Memorial Scholarship

David Buck
Denise Baylor Automotive & Diesel Mechanics Scholarship
Tyrone Heritage Foundation Diesel Mechanics Scholarship
Ventura College Foundation Veterans Scholarship

Michael Bui
Osher Foundation Scholarship
Talle Stanton Scholarship

Shy Burgess
Osher Foundation Scholarship
Wendy McGee Memorial Nursing Scholarship

John Burns
Southern California Edison STEM Scholarship

Freida Candido
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
Ventura College Foundation Phoenix Scholarship

Audrey Carman
Gordon Ross Medical Scholarship

Kasondra Carriger
Elaine G. Tennen Endowed Nursing Scholarship
Mary J. Gloisten Nursing Scholarship
Prison Hospital Action Committee Scholarship
Taimi Chauveau Nursing Memorial Scholarship
VCSNA Peer Assistance Scholarship

Danielle Carrington
Lubock and Galligan Family Annual Scholarship

Kailey Case
Edith H. French Scholarship

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Sierra Castaldi
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
San Buenaventura Women's Club Scholarship

Anne Castaneda
Mary A. Sandoval Memorial Scholarship
Sandra Hope Thomas Art Scholarship

Angel Castanon
Frank Nolan Memorial Scholarship
Southern California Edison Green Jobs Initiative Scholarship

Isaias Castanon
Carole and Bea Dusek Memorial Scholarship

Floriana Castella
Linda Rose Memorial Scholarship
Paul and Bessie Carter Nursing Scholarship

Eva Castro
Stan Weisel Phoenix Scholarship

Jasmin Castro
Betsy Slover Phoenix, RN, Memorial Scholarship

Ariana Kaitlyn Cheng
Southern California Edison Green Jobs Initiative Scholarship
Southern California Edison STEM Scholarship

Elizabeth Clews
Barbara Meister Phoenix Scholarship
Bernice Beilin Memorial Phoenix Scholarship
Friends of Osher Education Scholarship

Melissa Corney
Benjamin Tanner Memorial Scholarship

Tania Cortez
Lupton Child Development Textbook Scholarship

Tracy Cortez Gonzalez
Contarino Family Scholarship
Friends of Osher Pirate Scholarship

Jazmin Cosio Rodriguez
Bess Pinkstaff Scholarship

A'ishah Crawford
I-DA-KA Scholarship
Mary Guthrie Teaching Scholarship

Jamie Cunanan-Block
Mary Guthrie Teaching Scholarship

Joanna Dam
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
Nicholas Joel Haverland Memorial Scholarship

Christine Davis
Nancy Steward Memorial Nursing Scholarship

Owen Davis
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
Southern California Edison STEM Scholarship

Hailey Day
Stan Weisel Phoenix Scholarship

Jolissa De La Torre
Osher Foundation Scholarship
Talle Stanton Scholarship

Dominique Delgadillo
Grey Dog Ranch Scholarship
Martin P. Knowlton Memorial Scholarship

Karisha Delrosario
Gene Haas Foundation Scholarship
George and Jean Woolley Memorial Scholarship
Ventura College Foundation Veterans Scholarship

Austin Dillon
Comfort Keepers Home Care Certified Nursing Assistant Scholarship
Micheline and Albert Sakharoff Nursing Scholarship
Talle Stanton Scholarship

Taiya Dos Santos Pinto
Don and Sandy Greenberg Scholarship

Angela Duran
Clean Power Alliance Voyager Scholarship
Gene Haas Foundation Scholarship

Danielle Enriquez
Gordon and Dorothy King Memorial Nursing Scholarship

Angela Escalante
Micheline and Albert Sakharoff Nursing Scholarship
Rebecca Singer-Beilin Memorial Scholarship

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Andres Escobedo
Osher Foundation Scholarship

Ernesto Fermin
Southern California Edison Green Jobs Initiative Scholarship

Anna Flores
California Environmental Education Scholarship
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
Southern California Edison STEM Scholarship

Leah Flores
Bess Pinkstaff Scholarship
Michael Kirkpatrick Seely Creative Writing Scholarship
Nellie Day Harris Scholarship

Nancy Fontanel
AMR Foundation for Research and Education EMT Scholarship

Jennifer Foss
Jessica Prescott Nursing Scholarship

Luis Garcia
Joe Hernandez Memorial Art Scholarship

Mariela Garcia
Osher Foundation Scholarship

Marlen Garcia
Tim Suel Memorial Scholarship

Sylvia Garcia
Ventura College Foundation Veterans Scholarship

Keaton Garibaldi
AMR Foundation for Research and Education Paramedic Scholarship

Angela Gerardi
Alice M. Bartlett Memorial Scholarship
Damián De La Peña Memorial Scholarship
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship

Alexia Geronimo-Anctil
Osher Foundation Scholarship
Talle Stanton Scholarship

Sarah Gianelli
Collin Family Scholarship
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship

Fernando Godoy
Osher Foundation Scholarship

Liliana Gomez
SEIU Local 99 Classified Senate Scholarship
Talle Stanton Scholarship

Anayeli Gonzalez
Scholarship Reader Merit Award

Hazel Gonzalez
Heizer Family Phoenix Scholarship

Laura Gonzalez
Frank Nolan Memorial Scholarship
Harry J. and Lucille E. Earl Scholarship

Caterina Green
Frank Nolan Memorial Scholarship
Susan M. Buchter Nursing Scholarship

Charles Griep
Frank Nolan Memorial Scholarship

Michelle Gurrola
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
Joyce Ogawa Yoshioka Memorial Scholarship

Guadalupe Gutierrez
Alfred Howe Davis Memorial Scholarship
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship

Julianna Gutierrez
Tony & Ruth Garcia Scholarship

Jessica Hahn
Friends of Osher Holistic Health Scholarship
Paige-Bianco Textbook Scholarship

Kamar Hanna
Frank Nolan Memorial Scholarship

Whitney Harchanko
Stan Weisel Phoenix Scholarship
Taylor Family Scholarship

Elijah Harnar
Clean Power Alliance Voyager Scholarship
Westlake Village Garden Club Scholarship

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Alexa Hernandez
Southern California Edison Green Jobs Initiative Scholarship

Giselle Hernandez
Alfred Howe Davis Memorial Scholarship
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship

Jacob Hernandez
Don and Sandy Greenberg Scholarship
Frank Nolan Memorial Scholarship

Jair Hernandez
Southern California Edison STEM Scholarship

Jeanette Hernandez
Larry Meister Memorial Business Scholarship

Jocelyn Hernandez
Sam & Mary Saputo Scholarship
Ventura College Academic Senate Scholarship

Viva Hernandez
Barbara R. Burton Memorial Scholarship
John and Glenda Hammer Education Scholarship

Jeannette Hidalgo
Seiji Yoshioka and Mary Phillips Yoshioka Scholarship

Sophia Holdorf
Helen Yunker Music Scholarship
Kenneth D. Helms Memorial Choral Scholarship
Kenneth D. Helms Memorial Organ Scholarship
Micheline & Albert Sakharoff Music Scholarship

Salbador Ibarra
Benjamin Tanner Memorial Scholarship

Timothy Jackman
American Legion Post 339 (Ventura) Scholarship
Ventura College Foundation Veterans Scholarship

Michelle Jacobs
Dr. Joyce Mason Evans & David A. Evans Phoenix Scholarship
Maude A. Broughton Memorial Scholarship

Don Rogerio Jayanetti
Ventura College Foundation Scholarship

Humberto Jimenez
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
John and Cherie Brant Ventura Boys & Girls Club Scholarship

Rosely Jimenez
John and Glenda Hammer Science Scholarship

Brianna Kaneshiro
Martin P. Knowlton Memorial Scholarship

Amanda Kellner
Bill and Elise Kearney Phoenix Scholarship
Eric William Borchard Memorial Scholarship

Isaac Lara
Barbara Ann Mrvichin Memorial Scholarship
Carole Olsen-Bryan Memorial Scholarship
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship

Evan Laubacher
Tommy Anthony Paramedic Scholarship

Athena Lazos
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
VC East Campus Scholarship

Allison Lebus
Alexis Dember Scholarship
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
Stan Weisel Phoenix Scholarship

Jessica Lehrfeld
Southern California Edison STEM Scholarship
Viento Y Mar Environmental Scholarship

Brandon Lewandowski
Don L. Carlton Family Scholarship

Crystal Lightsey
John and Glenda Hammer Engineering Scholarship
Kada Family Scholarship

Christina Lopez
Heizer Family Phoenix Scholarship
John and Glenda Hammer Science Scholarship

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Frank Nolan Memorial Scholarship
Ruth Hemming Phoenix Scholarship

Maria Lopez Garcia
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
Micheline Sakharoff Phoenix Scholarship

Aldo Luis
Southern California Edison Green Jobs Initiative Scholarship

Eva Luna
Gordon Ross Medical Scholarship
Janet and Mark L. Goldenson Nursing Scholarship

Melissa Lunsford
Brett Larsen Scholarship
George & Eleanor Tillquist Scholarship
Nancy Steward Memorial Nursing Scholarship
Santa Clara Valley Healthcare Scholarship

Vanessa Lynn Macias
Dr. Thomas B. O'Neill Nursing Scholarship
Prison Hospital Action Committee Scholarship

Dustin Macke
Carl Stehle, Jr. Physical Science Scholarship
Southern California Edison Green Jobs Initiative Scholarship

Abel Magana
Clean Power Alliance Voyager Scholarship
Southern California Edison Green Jobs Initiative Scholarship

Hannah Magana
Dr. Joyce Mason Evans & David A. Evans Phoenix Scholarship
Guadalupe Lopez Nursing Scholarship

Ivan Magdaleno
Anika M. Veres Nursing Scholarship
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship

Joel Manzo
Ventura Downtown Lions Club - Fred W. Smith Osher Scholarship

Rojelio Manzo
Frank S. and Ardella J. Watts Memorial Scholarship

Kyle Marik
AMR Foundation for Research and Education EMT Scholarship

Marcos Marmolejo Jr
Harry J. and Lucille E. Earl Scholarship
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship

Avery Marshall
AMR Foundation for Research and Education Paramedic Scholarship

Sean Martinez
AMR Foundation for Research and Education EMT Scholarship

Francisco Marquez
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
Papa Kam Tong Tshing Memorial Scholarship

Monique Marshall
Gerald Jones Memorial Scholarship
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
Ventura College Foundation Veterans Scholarship

Carlos Martinez
Dave & Liz Kraus Phoenix Scholarship
Ojai Family Podiatry Clinic, Dr. James Todd Beaty, DPM Scholarship

Roula Matouk
Lucia Tebbe Memorial Phoenix Scholarship
Venoco, Inc. Phoenix Osher Scholarship

Meredith McCalmont
Linda McSherry-Roos Environmental Studies Scholarship
Ventura College Foundation Phoenix Scholarship

Devin Mccree
Barbara Meister Teaching Scholarship
Cavola Family Scholarship

Jonathan Mchale
Southern California Edison Green Jobs Initiative Scholarship

Jeremiah Medina
Southern California Edison Green Jobs Initiative Scholarship
Tyrone Heritage Foundation Diesel Mechanics Scholarship

Michael Medina
AMR Foundation for Research and Education Paramedic Scholarship
Dr. Joyce Mason Evans & David A. Evans Phoenix Scholarship
Taylor Family Scholarship

Melissa Mejia
Clean Power Alliance Voyager Scholarship
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
Southern California Edison STEM Scholarship

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Cheuvront Family Scholarship

Angel Meza Lopez
Blalock Family Scholarship
McNeely Family Scholarship

Gabriel Miramontes
Ventura College Holistic Health Graduate Scholarship

Angelica Miranda Luna
Southern California Edison STEM Scholarship

John Misheff
Carole Olsen-Bryan Memorial Scholarship
Wendy Dunn Memorial Scholarship of Ventura College

Danny Mogollon
Frank Nolan Memorial Scholarship
Saticoy Community Club Scholarship

Mia Monaco
Southern California Edison Green Jobs Initiative Scholarship

Melanie Montiel
Tony & Ruth Garcia Scholarship
Wendy Dunn Memorial Scholarship of Ventura College

Monica Montoya
Associated Students of Ventura College Osher Scholarship

Axel Mora Castanon
Gary Daniel Newcomb Memorial Scholarship
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
Ventura College Foundation Phoenix Scholarship

Noah Morehead
Paramedic Scholarship Reader Merit Award

Jessica Moses
Arthur Sumliner Memorial Scholarship

Veronica Nila
Creative Arts Foundation Trust Scholarship

Erica Nolan
Janet and Mark L. Goldenson Nursing Scholarship
Nancy Steward Memorial Nursing Scholarship
Paul and Bessie Carter Nursing Scholarship

Irene Ottaviani
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
Southern California Edison STEM Scholarship

Alissa Palacios
Ellyn & Jim Dembowski Scholarship

Garrett Parker
Southern California Edison Green Jobs Initiative Scholarship

Arturo Parra
Barbara R. Burton Memorial Scholarship
E. Elaine Daniels Memorial Scholarship

Marcellino Pena
Hickerson Family Scholarship
Southern California Edison Green Jobs Initiative Scholarship

Jesus Perez
Gerald R. Curtis Engineering Scholarship

Jimena Perez Arroyo
American Association of University Women Ventura County Branch Bevans/Klein Scholarship
Carl Stehle, Jr. Physical Science Scholarship

Robert Porras
Kada Family Scholarship
Ventura College Foundation Veterans Scholarship

Ellyzel Charizee Ramirez
Lupe and Robert Piros Nursing Scholarship
Micheline Sakharoff Nursing Scholarship

Jasmine Ramirez
Edith H. French Scholarship

Sarah Rand
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
Wendy McGee Memorial Nursing Scholarship

Drew Reyes
Bill Miller Memorial Scholarship
Miriam and Henry Schwab Memorial Aquatics Scholarship

Larissa Reyes
Osher Foundation Scholarship
VC Dreamers Scholarship

Angela Rillo
Prison Hospital Action Committee Scholarship

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Christopher Ringor
Donald E. Stout Memorial Scholarship

Maria Rivas
Paul and Bessie Carter Nursing Scholarship

Maria Rivera
Lupton Child Development Textbook Scholarship
Patricia Sanchez Ehret Memorial Scholarship

Raisa Rivera
Lupe and Robert Piros Nursing Scholarship

Richard Rivera
Southern California Edison Green Jobs Initiative Scholarship

Barbara Robersonojeda
Dr. Thomas B. O'Neill Nursing Scholarship
Guadalupe Lopez Nursing Scholarship
Stan Weisel Phoenix Scholarship

Marissa Roberts
Alfred Howe Davis Memorial Scholarship
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship

Anthony Rodrigues
Blalock Family Endowed Scholarship

Angel Rodriguez
Southern California Edison Green Jobs Initiative Scholarship

Bryan Rodriguez
Bob Gowder Family Scholarship
Jessica Prescott Library Science Scholarship

Enrique Rodriguez
Chappy Morris Scholarship
SEEAG Career Pathways in Agriculture Scholarship
Southern California Edison STEM Scholarship

Joelle Rodriguez
James Doyle Memorial Scholarship
Osher Foundation Scholarship

Kelley Rogers
Peña Family Autism Scholarship
Ventura Downtown Lions Club Fred W. Smith Scholarship

Deanna Romero
Stan Weisel Phoenix Scholarship

Jenna Rooney
Bess Pinkstaff Scholarship

Emily Rosales
Gene Haas Foundation Scholarship

Telloria Roseman
Classified Senate Scholarship
Kada Family Scholarship
Ventura College Foundation Veterans Scholarship

Lisa Marie Ruiz
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
Joyce Ogawa Yoshioka Memorial Scholarship
Professor Ismael "Mayo" De La Rocha Memorial Scholarship

Ester Ruvalcaba
Ventura College Foundation Scholarship

Diego Salas
Dr. Joyce Mason Evans (VCCC Retired) Annual Scholarship
Hemming Family Scholarship

Fabian Saldana
Southern California Edison Green Jobs Initiative Scholarship

Jordan Sandoval
Southern California Edison Green Jobs Initiative Scholarship

Juan Saucedo
Osher Foundation Scholarship

Aariana Saunders
Rohan Zen Scholarship
Talle Stanton Scholarship

Elizabeth Sehn
Southern California Edison Green Jobs Initiative Scholarship
Westside Scholarship

Hosanna Sessing
Gene Haas Foundation Scholarship
Southern California Edison Green Jobs Initiative Scholarship

Kevin Smith
Associated Students of Ventura College Osher Scholarship
Kristin & Richard Taylor Phoenix Scholarship

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Melissa Solis
Contarino Family Scholarship
Dr. Thomas B. O'Neill Nursing Scholarship
Friends Of Osher Scholarship
Guadalupe Lopez Nursing Endowed Scholarship

Tisha Cleodette Soriano
Friends Of Osher Nursing Scholarship

Diana Suarez
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship

Cheyenne Summers
Frank Nolan Memorial Scholarship
Southern California Edison Green Jobs Initiative Scholarship

Samin Syam
Gene Haas Foundation Scholarship

Angelica Terrazas
Alfred Howe Davis Memorial Scholarship
Arlene Goldberg Memorial Scholarship
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship

George Thomas
Dr. Joyce Mason Evans & David A. Evans Phoenix Scholarship
I-DA-KA Scholarship

Nicholas Thompson
Donna Santo Family Scholarship
Frank Nolan Memorial Scholarship

Rhiana Thompson
Eleanor Tillquist Phoenix Scholarship

Cassandra Torres Ortiz
Martinez y Ewens Anasazi Annual Scholarship
Niamatullah SA and A-Ishah MA Memorial Scholarship
Southern California Edison Green Jobs Initiative Scholarship

Shay Traverse
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
League of Women Voters of Ventura County Scholarship

Sloane Tribble
Eleanor Tillquist Phoenix Scholarship

Lorenia Valdez
Amy Cherot Foster Our Future Scholarship
Talle Stanton Scholarship

Christopher Vargas
Gene Haas Foundation Scholarship

Yareli Vasquez
Brian Marshall Memorial Scholarship
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship

Maria Vega
Goldman Metalworking Scholarship
Osher Foundation Scholarship
Ventura College Foundation Phoenix Scholarship

Elizabeth Vences-Vivero
Employer Advisory Council Scholarship

Brenda Vigil Hernandez
Osher Foundation Scholarship

Jessica Vitagliano
Ruth Hemming Foster Youth Scholarship

Jeanette Viveros
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
Western Ventura County - Employer Advisory Council - Avelina Villalobos Scholarship

Derek Wahl
Bess Pinkstaff Scholarship

Elijah Walker
Gene Haas Foundation Scholarship
Ventura College Foundation Veterans Scholarship

Blake Ward
Ventura College Foundation Scholarship

Alana Wedemeyer
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
Talle Stanton Scholarship

Camille Werner
George & Harriet Arita - Tai Boy Biology Scholarship
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
Southern California Edison STEM Scholarship

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Kaitlyn Williams
Betsy Slover Phoenix, RN, Memorial Scholarship
Jessica Prescott Nursing Scholarship
Paul and Bessie Carter Nursing Scholarship

Javier Zamora
James V. and Idah W. Iliff Memorial Scholarship
Stanley Prescott Business Scholarship

Alyna Zarate
Associated Students of Ventura College Scholarship
Frank Nolan Memorial Scholarship

Melanie Zarate
Gene Haas Foundation Scholarship
Southern California Edison Green Jobs Initiative Scholarship

Anli Zhou
Frank Nolan Memorial Scholarship

Piper Ziv
Dr. Thomas B. O'Neill Nursing Scholarship
San Buenaventura Women's Club Osher Scholarship
Wendy McGee Memorial Nursing Scholarship

Crystal Zuniga
Rotary Club of Oxnard Sunrise Scholarship



2021 SCHOLARSHIP INDEX

ADVOCATES FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was created to support students pursuing careers in social justice by advocating
for inclusion and equality for people of color, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQAI+
community, individuals struggling with immigration issues, women and girls, citizens who are
experiencing hunger or are economically marginalized, and/or members of other marginalized
groups in our society.

ALEXIS DEMBER SCHOLARSHIP
The scholarship was established to benefit Physical Sciences or Mathematics majors.

ALFRED HOWE DAVIS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in honor of Alfred Howe Davis to support students majoring in
Journalism, Media Studies, Public Relations or Communications.

ALICE M. BARTLETT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Friends and family of Alice Bartlett created this scholarship in her memory. It is awarded to a
student of any discipline who demonstrates significant financial need and involvement in the
community.

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN VENTURA COUNTY BRANCH BEVANS/KLEIN
SCHOLARSHIP*
The Ventura County Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) was
founded in 1911, incorporated in 1951 and has come to the end of its existence. The membership
felt that this scholarship would keep the name of the group alive and honor two women who made
generous planned gifts allowing the interest to be used for scholarships. The Mary Bevans
Scholarship was endowed in 1941 for $3,000, and art and architecture were her interests. The
Maureen Klein scholarship was endowed for $5,500 in 1970, and her interest was language.
Maureen Klein was a past President and Scholarship Chairman for the Ventura Branch. This
scholarship is awarded to a student who is passionate about gender equity.

AMERICAN LEGION POST 339 (VENTURA) SCHOLARSHIP
Chartered and incorporated in 1934, American Legion Post 339 has a long tradition of service to
Ventura County. Its primary interest is support of Veterans and service members, and helping
young men and women to become future leaders.

AMR FOUNDATION FOR RESEARCH AND EDUCATION EMT SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was created by AMR Foundation for Research and Education and benefits current
students enrolled in VC Paramedic Studies.

AMR FOUNDATION FOR RESEARCH AND EDUCATION PARAMEDIC SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was created by AMR Foundation for Research and Education and benefits current
students enrolled in VC Paramedic Studies.

AMY CHEROT FOSTER OUR FUTURE SCHOLARSHIP*
This scholarship was established to benefit students majoring in Sciences, Engineering or Fine Arts.

ANIKA VERES NURSING SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was created by Anika Stikkers-Veres, former VC Nursing student, to support
students pursuing careers in nursing.

ARLENE GOLDBERG MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Friends and family of Norman Goldberg established this scholarship in memory of his wife, Arlene,
who supported the Ventura College Journalism program for many years. It benefits a re-entry
student majoring in Journalism, Public Relations or Communications who is passionate about
gender equity.

ARTHUR SUMLINER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established by a generous gift from the Arthur and Marcia Sumliner estate to
benefit students graduating from Ventura College and pursuing careers in medicine with a
preference to support students studying pharmaceuticals.

ASSOCIATED STUDENTS OF VENTURA COLLEGE OSHER SCHOLARSHIP*
The Ventura College ASB represents the students of Ventura College by participating in various
forums and committees, both on and off campus. This scholarship benefits students actively
involved in ASB and student government.

ASSOCIATED STUDENTS OF VENTURA COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
The Ventura College ASB represents the students of Ventura College by participating in various
forums and committees, both on and off campus. This scholarship benefits students actively
involved in ASB and student government.

BARBARA ANN MRVICHIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is awarded to a Buena High School graduate, planning a career in teaching. It is in
memory of Barbara Ann Mrvichin, who was Buena High School Spanish teacher.

BARBARA MEISTER PHOENIX SCHOLARSHIP
Barbara Meister, a retired educator and renowned community philanthropist, established this
scholarship to benefit a re-entry student who has overcome hardships and is seeking an education
to pursue their dreams.

BARBARA MEISTER TEACHING SCHOLARSHIP*
Barbara Meister, a retired educator and renowned community philanthropist, established this
scholarship to benefit an outstanding student pursuing a career in teaching with a preference to
those who want to teach at the elementary level.

BARBARA R. BURTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is awarded to a student pursuing a career in Early Childhood Education in memory
of Barbara R. Burton.

BERNICE BEILIN MEMORIAL PHOENIX SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship in the memory of Bernice Beilin, is intended to support a re-entry student who is
devoted to completing college and helping others.

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BENJAMIN TANNER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Anne and David Tanner honored their son, Benjamin, who was an EMT and aspired to be a
paramedic, by establishing this scholarship to benefit a student enrolled in the Paramedic Studies
Program at Ventura College.

BESS PINKSTAFF SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established by the California Beta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa to
benefit an education major planning to teach at the elementary, middle or high school level in
honor of charter member, Bess B. Pinkstaff. ADK works to recognize outstanding women
educators, build fraternal fellowship among women in the profession, promote high standards in
education and promote educational and charitable projects and activities.

BETSY SLOVER PHOENIX, RN, MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP*
The family and friends of Betsy Slover Phoenix, RN, established this scholarship in her memory to
benefit students enrolling or currently enrolled in the Ventura College Nursing Program.

BILL AND ELISE KEARNEY PHOENIX SCHOLARSHIP*
Ventura County philanthropists Bill and Elise Kearney established this scholarship to benefit a re-
entry student.

BILL MILLER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Friends and family of longtime Ventura College Aquatic Instructor, Bill Miller created this
scholarship in his memory. It is awarded to students participating in the Ventura College Aquatics
program who are transferring to a four year university or college.

BLALOCK FAMILY ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP* & BLALOCK FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship benefits an outstanding student in any discipline. It was established by Ventura
College Alum Charlene Blalock in honor of her family and in memory of her twin sister Cheri Love.

BOB GOWDER FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
The family of Bob Gowder established this scholarship to benefit a full-time student of any
discipline.

BRETT LARSEN SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in memory of our son who died at the age of 14, after a 10 year
struggle with cancer, and supports students purusing a career in nursing.

BRIAN MARSHALL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Carol Marshall established this scholarship in memory of her husband, Ventura College Golf Coach
Brian Marshall. It benefits an outstanding athletic student (preferably one who plays on the
Ventura College Golf Team) and is transferring to a four year university.

CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is awarded to an Environmental Studies Student demonstrating significant
community activity involving environmental issues.

CALIFORNIA RESOURCES CORPORATION VETERAN STUDENTS SCHOLARSHIP
The CRC Veteran Students Scholarship was established to provide annual scholarships to Veteran
students to enable them to reach their higher education goals. This scholarship serves to relieve
Veteran students from financial hardships promoting well-being, easier transition to civilian life,
and academic success.

CARL STEHLE, JR. PHYSICAL SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP
Nancy Stehle established this scholarship in memory of her husband, Carl Stehle, Jr., a geologist.
This scholarship benefits a Physical Science major.

CAROLE AND BEA DUSEK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Inspired by the lives of her mother and aunt, Jetam Aharon-Ezer, established this scholarship to
honor the work of a paramedic student who is passionate about gender equity in the field.

CAROLE OLSEN-BRYAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
In memory of Carole Olsen-Bryan. She was a graduate of Ventura College and a third-grade teacher
for 16 years.

CARRASCO NUNGARAY FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
Marian and Marco Nungaray established this scholarship to benefit students who demonstrate
leadership in the community or on the Ventura College campus.

CAVOLA FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
Frank Cavola created this scholarship to benefit deserving students studying the field of
Engineering or Photography.

CHAPPY MORRIS SCHOLARSHIP
Mission Produce, in memory of Chappy Morris, created this scholarship for students who are
passionate about agriculture.

CHEUVRONT FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP*
Virginia Stout established this scholarship to benefit a deserving student meeting the Ventura
College Foundation’s academic standards for scholarships. This scholarship benefits an outstanding
student enrolled in any field of study.

CLASSIFIED SENATE SCHOLARSHIP
The Classified Senate of Ventura College established this scholarship to benefit all relatives of
current classified employees and former classified employees and former classified employees,
who are returning to school.

CLEAN POWER ALLIANCE VOYAGER SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established by the Clean Power Alliance in support of students pursuing
careers in green/sustainable energy and/or development.

COLLIN FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
VC Foundation Board Member Kenneth Collin established this scholarship to benefit an
outstanding student interested in Engineering or Sciences.

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COMFORT KEEPERS HOME CARE CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship honors and supports the education and work of Certified Nursing Assistants in
Ventura County. We thank all Ventura College CNA curriculum students for their commitment to
high quality and compassionate care! Comfort Keepers Home Care is proud to invest in their
futures.

CONTARINO FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
The scholarship was established in honor of the Contarino family to benefit an outstanding
Ventura College nursing student.

CREATIVE ARTS FOUNDATION TRUST SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established to benefit a student who transferred to Ventura College from
Ventura High School and is studying writing, art, music, drama, or photography.

DAMIÁN DE LA PEÑA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Karen and José de la Pena established this scholarship in memory of their youngest son, Damián,
who attended Ventura College and studied math and sciences. He aspired to have a career in
neuropsychology. This scholarship supports students majoring in Psychology.

DAVE & LIZ KRAUS PHOENIX SCHOLARSHIP
Dave and Liz Kraus created this scholarship to support a re-entry student studying humanities.

DAVID P. BIANCO FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP*
VC Foundation Board Emeritus David Bianco established this scholarship for students who were
emancipated foster children or had lived in transitional housing during their lifetime.

DENISE BAYLOR AUTOMOTIVE & DIESEL MECHANICS SCHOLARSHIP
Denise Baylor created this scholarship to support a student currently enrolled in Ventura College’s
diesel or automotive programs.

DIANA LILLIE SEELY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The friends and family of Diana Lillie Seely established this scholarship to benefit a student
majoring in Theater or Arts.

DON & SANDY GREENBERG SCHOLARSHIP*
Don and Sandy Greenberg created this scholarship to benefit a student majoring in Education or
Liberal Arts.

DON L. CARLTON FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP*
Mr. Carlton established this scholarship to benefit students majoring in Business.

DONALD E. STOUT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Virginia Stout established this scholarship in memory of her late husband Donald, who worked as a
photojournalist for the Ventura County Star for many years. It benefits students majoring in
Photography.

DONNA SANTO FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP*
Ventura College Foundation Board Member Donna Santo established this scholarship in honor of
her family to benefit a re-entry student in any area of study.

DR. JOYCE MASON EVANS & DAVID A. EVANS PHOENIX SCHOLARSHIP
The Dr. Joyce Mason Evans & David A. Evans Phoenix Scholarship is awarded to a re-entry student
who is passionate about gender equity and who will be transferring to a four-year college or
University in pursuit of a degree.

DR. JOYCE MASON EVANS (VCCC RETIRED) ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Dr. Joyce Mason Evans (VCCC Retired) Scholarship is awarded to current VCCC students
pursuing an Associate of Arts Degree in History.

DR. MORRIS & JUDITH LEVENTHAL ART SCHOLARSHIP*
Judith Leventhal established this scholarship in memory of her husband, Morris, a master ceramics
artist devoted to the VC art department. This scholarship benefits students majoring in applied
arts.

DR. THOMAS B. O’NEILL NURSING SCHOLARSHIP
The late Dr. Thomas O’Neill, long-time VC faculty member and head of the Biology Department,
established this scholarship which benefits outstanding students enrolling or currently enrolled in
the VC Associate Degree Nursing Program.

DRS. ROSALIND WARNER AND MICHAEL HOGAN FOSTER YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP
Drs. Rosalind Warner and Michael Hogan established this scholarship to benefit an outstanding
student who is currently or formerly in the foster care system.

E. ELAINE DANIELS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established by the friends and family of E. Elaine Daniels to benefit an
outstanding student majoring in English who plans a career in teaching.

ED AND SUE STILE SCHOLARSHIP*
This scholarship was established by Mr. and Mrs. Stile to benefit an outstanding student with a
passion and desire to succeed.

EDITH H. FRENCH SCHOLARSHIP
The trust of Edith H. French created this scholarship to assist a student planning on teaching in a K-
12 school.

EDMUND ANDREAS ARREDONDO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
In loving memory of Edmund Andreas Arredondo, artist, stylist, costumer, actor, producer and
lover of live and lover of the arts.

ELAINE G. TENNEN ENDOWED NURSING SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established to benefit a student enrolled in the Ventura College Nursing
Program.

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ELEANOR TILLQUIST PHOENIX SCHOLARSHIP
VC Foundation Board Emeritus George E. Tillquist created this scholarship as a gift to his wife, VC
Foundation Board Member Eleanor Tillquist. This scholarship benefits re-entry students who have
overcome hardships in order to pursue an education.

ELLYN & JIM DEMBOWSKI SCHOLARSHIP*
Ventura College Foundation Board Member Ellyn Dembowski and her husband Jim established this
scholarship to benefit excellent students pursuing any area of study.

EMPLOYER ADVISORY COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP*
This scholarship was established by the Western Ventura County Employer Advisory Council (EAC)
to benefit a student studying Business Administration. The VC EAC is an independent, nonprofit
organization that works with the Employment Development Department to improve the quality of
employment services in Ventura County.

ERIC WILLIAM BORCHARD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in memory of Ventura College Alumnus, Eric Borchard, by his
family and friends. It recognizes those students with a documented physical or learning disability
who, like Eric, triumph in the face of adversity, and ensures that they too are able to reach their
full potential.

FATTARELLI FAMILY TRUST SCHOLARSHIP*
The Fattarelli Family established this scholarship to benefit students enrolled in the Ventura
College Nursing Program.

FRANK NOLAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The friends and family of Frank Nolan created this scholarship to benefit an exceptional student in
any discipline.

FRANK S. & ARDELLA J. WATTS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP*
The daughters of Frank and Ardella Watts established this scholarship in their memory. It is
awarded to a student majoring in Performing or Fine Arts.

FRIENDS OF OSHER SCHOLARSHIPS*
The Friends of Osher Foundation Scholarships were generously funded by a consortium of local
donors, and challenge matches by the Ventura College Foundation and the Bernard Osher
Foundation. Recipients are all continuing students at Ventura College and have demonstrated their
desire to complete their higher education.

GARY DANIEL NEWCOMB MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is established by the Newcomb family in memory of their son, Gary Daniel
Newcomb, whose passion for computers and love of family filled his life. The scholarship benefits
students pursuing an education in a computer-related field.

GENE HAAS FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Gene Haas Foundation created this scholarship to benefit a student majoring in Engineering,
Machining Manufacturing or Computer Aided Design.

GEORGE & ELEANOR TILLQUIST SCHOLARSHIP
Respected community philanthropists, George and Eleanor, established this scholarship for a
student living in Ventura who majors in Nursing or Emergency Medical Services.

GEORGE & HARRIET ARITA - TAI BOY BIOLOGY SCHOLARSHIP
Harriet and George Arita established this scholarship in recognition of their beloved dog, Tai Boy.
Students receiving this scholarship must major in Biology, Zoology, Botany, or Environmental
Biology. The scholarship is geared toward students who will be transferring to a four year college
or university who plan to teach K-12, or plan to conduct research in Basic Biology, Zoology, Botany,
or Environmental Biology.

GEORGE & JEAN WOOLLEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP*
VC Foundation Board Emeritus Dr. John Woolley established this scholarship in honor of his
parents, George and Jean Woolley, to support a Veteran student majoring in Associate Justice, Law
Enforcement or Liberal Arts.

GEORGE R. ANDERSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
George Anderson coached football, cross country and track at Ventura College in a career spanning
some 33 years. The Family and friends of George Anderson created this scholarship to support a
Ventura College athlete transferring with a preference that they transfer to any University of
California campus.

GERALD JONES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Jones family established this scholarship to celebrate the memory of Gerald Jones and his
passion for the sciences and higher education. Gerald was an orphan, but refused to let this
challenge get in his way. He travelled the world, worked as a diver on the atomic bomb tests in the
Pacific and loved his family. This scholarship will help a student from a disadvantaged background
who is seeking a major in the sciences.

GERALD R. CURTIS ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIP
Bambi Curtis created this scholarship in loving memory of her husband “Jerry” to help support a
highly qualified Ventura College student to acquire an advanced degree in engineering in order to
help benefit our global society.

GOLDMAN METALWORKING SCHOLARSHIP
Martino and Marcelle Goldman created this scholarship to benefit a deserving welding or
construction student at Ventura College.

GORDON & DOROTHY KING MEMORIAL NURSING SCHOLARSHIP*
This scholarship was established by Gordon King to benefit a student pursuing a career in Nursing.

GORDON ROSS MEDICAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship benefits a student pursuing a career in Nursing.

GREY DOG RANCH SCHOLARSHIP
Grey Dog Ranch supports the development and education of veterinary technicians; their skill and
care is essential to positive patient outcomes. We seek to help students break down financial
barriers so they can access the education they deserve.

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GUADALUPE LOPEZ NURSING ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
The children of Ventura College Alumna, Guadalupe Lopez, created this scholarship to be awarded
to a student enrolling or currently enrolled in the VC Nursing Program who demonstrates
leadership in advocating for gender equality and/or the rights of Hispanic/Latinx/Mexican
communities.

GUADALUPE LOPEZ NURSING SCHOLARSHIP*
The children of Ventura College Alumna, Guadalupe Lopez, created this scholarship to be awarded
to a student enrolling or currently enrolled in the VC Nursing Program who demonstrates
leadership in advocating for gender equality and/or the rights of Hispanic/Latinx/Mexican
communities.

HARRY J. & LUCILLE E. EARL SCHOLARSHIP
Harry J. and Lucille E. Earl created this scholarship to be awarded to a graduate from a Ventura
County high school majoring in Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering or other
science technology.

HEIZER FAMILY PHOENIX SCHOLARSHIP*
Linda Heizer Seaman created this scholarship to support the educational endeavors of re-entry
students.

HELEN YUNKER MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP
VC Foundation Board Emeritus Helen Yunker was one of Ventura’s most renowned and well-loved
supporters of the Arts. She created this scholarship to support students majoring in Music.

HEMMING FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP*
Ventura College Foundation Board Vice-Chair, Dr. Ruth Hemming, established this scholarship for
continuing students majoring in Communications, Journalism and Liberal Arts.

HICKERSON FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship benefits a student demonstrating community involvement and financial need.

I-DA-KA SCHOLARSHIP
The former I-DA-KA social club established this scholarship to benefit a female re-entry student
with community service experience, majoring in Social Science, Sociology or Teaching. I-DA-KA is
an Indian word for “We Serve.”

JACQUELINE D. WALKER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Walker family and the Santa Paula Society of the Arts funded this scholarship to benefit a
student majoring in visual arts, preferably aqua media painting.

JAMES DOYLE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Ventura County Community College District Police Officers Association created this scholarship
in honor of Officer James Doyle, a district police officer killed in the line of duty. The scholarship is
awarded to a student majoring in Criminal Justice.

JAMES V. & IDAH W. ILIFF MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Idah Iliff, a Ventura City Councilwoman from 1949 until 1961 and a high school teacher, established
this scholarship in honor of her husband, James Iliff, who taught Mathematics at Ventura College
for 30 years. Students receiving this scholarship must be continuing their education at a four-year
university or college.

JANET & MARK L. GOLDENSON NURSING SCHOLARSHIP*
Community philanthropists, Janet and Mark L. Goldenson established this scholarship to support
Nursing majors in their second year of the Nursing program.

JESSICA PRESCOTT ART SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established by a generous bequest from the Stanley and Jessica Prescott
Estate for students majoring in Art.

JESSICA PRESCOTT LIBRARY SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP*
This scholarship was established by a generous bequest from the Stanley and Jessica Prescott
Estate to benefit students majoring in the social sciences.

JESSICA PRESCOTT NURSING SCHOLARSHIP*
This scholarship was established by a generous bequest from the Stanley and Jessica Prescott
Estate for students enrolling or enrolled in the Ventura College Nursing Program.

JOE HERNANDEZ MEMORIAL ART SCHOLARSHIP*
Tess Hernandez created this scholarship in memory of her husband Joe, a long-time art student at
VC and an expert watercolorist to benefit students majoring in Art.

JOHN AND CHERIE BRANT VENTURA BOYS & GIRLS CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
John and Cherie Brant continue their long-time support of the Boys and Girls Club through this
scholarship benefiting students that have attended the Boys and Girls Club in the City of Ventura.

JOHN AND GLENDA HAMMER EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP
John and Glenda Hammer created this scholarship to benefit a student majoring in Education.

JOHN AND GLENDA HAMMER ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIP
John and Glenda Hammer created this scholarship to benefit a student majoring in Engineering.

JOHN AND GLENDA HAMMER SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP*
John Hammer established this scholarship in memory of his wife, Glenda, to benefit a student
planning a career in the sciences.

JOHN TALLMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established by the family and friends of John Tallman, who began his career at
Ventura College as Aquatics Director in 1972. He also served as Budget Manager, Dean of
Instruction, and Vice Chancellor of Instruction. Mr. Tallman brought more than 200 palm trees
from around the world to Ventura College, which now has the largest collection of palms in the
state. This scholarship is awarded to an athlete who is transferring to a four-year college or
University.

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JOYCE OGAWA YOSHIOKA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in memory of Joyce Ogawa Yoshioka in support of students who
intend to pursue a career in law.

JUDITH LEVENTHAL TWO-DIMENSIONAL ART SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in memory of Judith Leventhal to benefit a deserving student
studying drawing, painting, or photography.

KADA FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP*
Lynne Kada established this scholarship in honor of her family. It benefits Veteran students with a
preference for those majoring in STEM.

KENNETH D. HELMS MEMORIAL CHORAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Kenneth D. Helms scholarships were both established in memory of Kenneth Helms by his
wife, Elizabeth, to honor his long career in music. The Kenneth D. Helms Memorial Choral
Scholarship benefits music students with a preference to those who participate in Choir or
Choral Conducting as a part of their music studies.

KENNETH D. HELMS MEMORIAL ORGAN SCHOLARSHIP
The Kenneth D. Helms Memorial Organ Scholarship is awarded to a music student with a
preference to a student who participates in Organ Conducting as a part of Music Studies.

KRISTIN & RICHARD TAYLOR PHOENIX SCHOLARSHIP
Ventura College Foundation Board Emeritus Richard Taylor and his wife, Kristin, created this
scholarship to support re-entry students at Ventura College. Mr. Taylor was instrumental in
creating the Phoenix Scholarship Program 21 years ago.

LARRY MEISTER MEMORIAL BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP*
Philanthropist Barbara Meister established this scholarship in memory of her late husband. It
benefits a student who majors in Business.

LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF VENTURA COUNTY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established to benefit students majoring in Political Science, History or
Government.

LILLIAN DEMBER SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established to benefit students majoring in life sciences.

LINDA MCSHERRY-ROOS ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES SCHOLARSHIP*
This scholarship was established by community philanthropist, Linda McSherry Roos, for continuing
students pursuing environmental studies.

LINDA ROSE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
My aunt Linda was an amazing woman and I miss her everyday. When in her last days she inspired
and encouraged me to pursue my degree in nursing. Although my degree was gained after her
devastating loss, I care for my patients as I would have cared for her if given the chance. I also
received financial aid and scholarships through VC Foundation, which made it possible to put
myself through the ADN Program. I am now in the position to not only give back but to also honor
the strong woman who helped spark the fire within me. I love you and miss you my Linda Lou, and
I am proud to do this in your memory.

LUBOCK AND GALLIGAN FAMILY ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Lubock family believes in the transformative power of higher education and knows that
Ventura College can be the engine that drives future success. This scholarship supports the dreams
of students in the fields of Accounting, Business Administration, and Agriculture and Natural
Resources Management who are working towards degrees from Ventura College or a four-
year university. Preference will be given to students at Ventura College, where Bonnie began her
own educational journey as a single parent and earned an AA in Accounting, and to students
planning to attend California State University Northridge, where both Alan and Bonnie graduated
with Accounting degrees.

LUCIA TEBBE MEMORIAL PHOENIX SCHOLARSHIP
Friends and family of VC Foundation Board Emeritus Lucia Tebbe established this scholarship in
memory of her passionate support for re-entry students who come back to Ventura College to con-
tinue their education and better the lives of their families, their community and themselves. Lucia’s
pivotal financial support and leadership helped to create the Phoenix Scholarship program in 1999.

LUPE & ROBERT PIROS NURSING SCHOLARSHIP
Lupe and Robert Piros established this to benefit a student enrolled in the VC Nursing Program.

LUPTON CHILD DEVELOPMENT TEXTBOOK SCHOLARSHIP
John Lupton established this scholarship in memory of his beloved wife, Jeri, who served as a
Childcare Instructor for many years at VC. This textbook scholarship benefits a student enrolled in
child development courses.

MAMA LIN TSHING SCHOLARSHIP
Lin Tshing “Mama” has been a vendor at the Ventura College Foundation Market Place for more
than twenty-six years. As a symbol of her family’s gratitude for the many years of patronage the
Ventura College Foundation has provided, Mama is offering this scholarship to an outstanding
student.

MARTIN P. KNOWLTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP*
Ventura College Foundation board members David Bianco and Amy Cherot established this
scholarship through the Center for Future Studies. It honors Martin P. Knowlton, who co-founded
ElderHostel with Mr. Bianco. This scholarship benefits a continuing student studying social sciences
with an interest in exploring new paradigms.

MARTINEZ Y EWENS ANASAZI SCHOLARSHIP
Michael Ewens and Lydia Martinez-Collins established this scholarship to benefit first-generation
students who demonstrate a commitment to and/or leadership in advocating for the rights of
Native American communities and who also have a passion for community service. This scholarship
honors Mike's 34 years of teaching at Ventura College and his military service in three American
wars.

MARY A. SANDOVAL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Friends and family of Mary A. Sandoval created this scholarship to benefit a student who
demonstrates leadership in advocating for the rights of Hispanic/Latinx/Mexican communities.

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MARY GUTHRIE TEACHING SCHOLARSHIP
Mary Guthrie, former Ventura College Administrative Dean of Student Personnel Services,
established this scholarship through a generous bequest. It benefits students transferring to a four
year university to become teachers.

MARY J. GLOISTEN NURSING SCHOLARSHIP
Community philanthropists, Donald and Mary Gloisten, created this scholarship to benefit Nursing
students.

MAUDE A. BROUGHTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP*
Mr. James created this scholarship in memory of his mother, Maude, to benefit students
who demonstrate a commitment to and/or leadership in advocating for the rights of
African American/Black communities who are pursuing a career in Nursing or health sciences.

MCNEELY FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
George McNeely began teaching Agriculture at Ventura College during the Great Depression.
Before he retired in 1972, he also served as the Dean of Students. George was a founding board
member of the Foundation. The Ventura College Foundation honored Mr. McNeely by naming the
planned giving legacy society in his honor. The scholarship benefits a student in Nursing, or any of
the sciences.

MICHAEL KIRKPATRICK SEELY CREATIVE WRITING SCHOLARSHIP
The friends and family of Michael Kirkpatrick Seely created this scholarship in his honor to benefit
an outstanding student studying writing.

MICHELINE & ALBERT SAKHAROFF MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP
Micheline Sakharoff established this scholarship as a tribute to her husband Albert and their
mutual love of music. It benefits an outstanding music student.

MICHELINE & ALBERT SAKHAROFF NURSING SCHOLARSHIP*
The Sakharoffs established this scholarship to benefit students enrolled in the Ventura College
Nursing Program.

MICHELINE & ALBERT SAKHAROFF THEATRE ARTS SCHOLARSHIP*
The Wasserman family created this scholarship in honor of Micheline and Albert Sakharoff to
benefit students majoring in the arts with a preference for theatre arts students.

MICHELINE SAKHAROFF NURSING SCHOLARSHIP
Friends and family of Micheline Sakharoff created this scholarship on Micheline’s 90th birthday to
honor her tremendous commitment and philanthropy to Ventura County.

MICHELINE SAKHAROFF PHOENIX SCHOLARSHIP
Friends and family of Micheline Sakharoff created this scholarship on Micheline’s 90th birthday to
honor her tremendous commitment and philanthropy to Ventura County.

MIRIAM AND HENRY SCHWAB MEMORIAL AQUATICS SCHOLARSHIP
A beloved local philanthropist, passionate classical music champion and long-time supporter of
Ventura College, Miriam Emily Schwab made a bequest of $12 million through her estate to
Ventura College to benefit the Ventura College Instrumental Music Program as well as the Ventura
College Aquatics Program. This scholarship benefits VC aquatics students who are transferring to a
university.

NANCY STEWARD MEMORIAL NURSING SCHOLARSHIP*
Dr. Evan Slater and his wife, Fran, established this scholarship in memory of Nancy Steward. It
benefits a student enrolled in the Ventura College Nursing Program.

NELLIE DAY HARRIS SCHOLARSHIP
The Buena Center Business and Professional Women’s Club created this scholarship in honor of
member, Nellie Day. This scholarship benefits students who demonstrate a commitment to and/
or leadership in advocating for gender equality who are majoring in Education.

NIAMATULLAH SA AND A-ISHAH MA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established by Saliha Sha in memory of his mother. It benefits a student
who demonstrates a commitment to and/or leadership in advocating for immigrant rights and who
is passionate about community service.

NICHOLAS JOEL HAVERLAND MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established to encourage the study of the Biology field, in memory of Ventura
College student Nick Haverland’s love of the natural world of Ventura County and beyond.

NOAH CHARLES KRIESE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP*
Former board member Laura Kriese established this scholarship in memory of her nephew, Noah,
to benefit students majoring in science or music.

OJAI FAMILY PODIATRY CLINIC, DR. JAMES TODD BEATY, DPM SCHOLARSHIP*
This scholarship was established for continuing students majoring in the arts.

OSHER FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP*
The Osher Foundation Scholarship was provided through the California Community Colleges
Scholarship Endowment initiative, a program of the Bernard Osher Foundation.

PAIGE-BIANCO TEXTBOOK SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established by Dave Bianco, Ventura College Foundation Board Member
Emeritus and founder of Elderhostel, in honor of Robert Paige who was a member of the
Longwood Cricket Club when Mr. Bianco was the manager. It benefits a student with ADA
recognized disabilities.

PAPA KAM TONG TSHING MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
“Papa” Kam Tong Tshing was a vendor at the Ventura College marketplace for more than 27 years.
As a symbol of his families’ gratitude for the many years of patronage the Ventura College
Foundation provided, Papa created this scholarship opportunity to benefit an outstanding VC
student. Papa’s son, Peter Tshing, continues to award this scholarship in Papa’s memory.

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PARAMEDIC SCHOLARSHIP READER MERIT AWARD
This scholarship was established by the Ventura College Foundation Scholarship Review Committee
to benefit outstanding paramedic students of Ventura College.

PATRICIA SANCHEZ EHRET MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP*
Family members established this scholarship for students planning on careers working with
children.

PAUL AND BESSIE CARTER NURSING SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established from the estate of Ventura County residents, Paul and Bessie
Carter. The scholarship will benefit nursing students to assist with the cost of the program.

PEÑA FAMILY AUTISM SCHOLARSHIP
To benefit a Ventura College student with autism as they work towards meeting their educational
goals.

PIER ANGELA FIUMERODO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2016 to honor and celebrate the memory of Pier Angela (nee
Barla) Fiumerodo, the mother of Anthropology Professor, Dr. Maria Teresa (Gigi) Fiumerodo. Pier
Angela was a loving and hard-working mother and immigrant to the United States. This scholarship
will help a student studying anthropology or child development who demonstrates a commitment
to and/or leadership in advocating for immigrant rights and/or gender equality.

PRISON HOSPITAL ACTION COMMITTEE SCHOLARSHIP*
The Prison Hospital Action Committee of Camarillo disbanded in 2009 and awarded the funds for
this Ventura College nursing scholarship.

PROFESSOR ISMAEL “MAYO” DE LA ROCHA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Friends and family of long-time Ventura College Professor Ismael “Mayo” De La Rocha established
this scholarship in his honor to benefit an outstanding Chicano Studies student who demonstrates
a commitment to and/or leadership in advocating for the rights of Hispanic/Latinx/Mexican
communities and gender equality.

REBECCA SINGER-BEILIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Beilin family created this scholarship to honor Rebecca-Singer Beilin. It benefits students
majoring in Nursing.

ROHAN ZEN SCHOLARSHIP*
Jan and Hal Wasserman established this scholarship in honor of their grandson, Rohan Zen, to
benefit students majoring in Biology or Environmental Studies.

ROTARY CLUB OF OXNARD SUNRISE SCHOLARSHIP*
The Rotary Club of Oxnard Sunrise established this scholarship to benefit current residents of Port
Hueneme or Oxnard.

RUTH HEMMING FOSTER YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP
VC Foundation Board Vice-Chair Ruth Hemming established this scholarship to benefit an
outstanding student who is currently or was formerly in the foster youth system.

RUTH HEMMING PHOENIX SCHOLARSHIP
Ventura College Foundation Board of Directors Vice Chair Dr. Ruth Hemming established this
scholarship to support re-entry students who have overcome hardships and are pursuing their
dreams through an education.

SAM & MARY SAPUTO SCHOLARSHIP
Mary Saputo established this scholarship to benefit a student engaged in their community.

SAN BUENAVENTURA WOMEN’S CLUB OSHER SCHOLARSHIP*
The San Buenaventura Women’s Club promotes friendship among its members and supports
social, civic, educational, cultural, and social welfare projects in the community. This scholarship
benefits re-entry female students who are at least 25 years old residing in the City of Ventura.

SAN BUENAVENTURA WOMEN’S CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
The San Buenaventura Women’s Club promotes friendship among its members and supports
social, civic, educational, cultural, and social welfare projects in the community. This scholarship
benefits students who demonstrate a commitment to and/or leadership in advocating for gender
equality.

SANDRA HOPE THOMAS ART SCHOLARSHIP
Family and friends of Sandra Thomas established this scholarship in her memory to benefit an
outstanding student majoring in fine arts. Mrs. Thomas was a life-long educator and Ventura
resident with a great appreciation for the arts.

SANTA CLARA VALLEY HEALTHCARE SCHOLARSHIP
The Santa Clara Valley Healthcare Scholarship Committee, created this scholarship to benefit a
student in the VC Nursing program.

SATICOY COMMUNITY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
Vivian Pham established this scholarship to benefit a student who went to Saticoy Elementary and
Ventura Unified District High Schools or lives in the Saticoy area and graduated from private or
parochial equivalents serving the area.

SCHOLARSHIP READER MERIT AWARD
This scholarship was established by the Ventura College Foundation Scholarship Review Committee
to benefit outstanding students of Ventura College.

SEEAG CAREER PATHWAYS IN AGRICULTURE SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is awarded to students currently earning a degree in agriculture with plans to
puruse a professional career within the agriculture industry.

SEIJI YOSHIOKA AND MARY PHILLIPS YOSHIOKA SCHOLARSHIP
Seiji and Mary Yoshioka established this scholarship to benefit a re-entry single parent pursuing a
career in nursing.

SEIU LOCAL 99 CLASSIFIED SENATE SCHOLARSHIP*
This scholarship was established to benefit a child, grandchild, dependent or relative of a Ventura
College Classified employee.

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SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON GREEN JOBS INITIATIVE SCHOLARSHIP*
Southern California Edison established these scholarships to serve students studying in a STEM
field with a preference to students pursuing careers with the goal of benefitting the environment.

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON STEM SCHOLARSHIP
Southern California Edison established this scholarship to honor students pursuing a degree in a
STEM field who are transferring to a four-year college or University.

STAN WEISEL PHOENIX SCHOLARSHIP
Stan Weisel created this scholarship to benefit re-entry students whose lives were interrupted by
“life” but have returned to Ventura College to pursue their dreams. Stan sadly passed away on
January 29, 2020 but his love and generosity will forever live through this scholarship award.

STANLEY PRESCOTT BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP
The Stanley Prescott Business Scholarship was established by a bequest from the Stanley and
Jessica Prescott Estate. Students receiving this scholarship major in Business.

SUSAN M. BUCHTER NURSING SCHOLARSHIP
Luther Tolo created this scholarship to support students pursuing a career in nursing.

TAIMI CHAUVEAU NURSING MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The friends and family of Taimi Chaveau established this scholarship in her memory to benefit
students enrolled in the Nursing Program.

TALLE STANTON SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established from the estate of Talle Stanton in honor of Alpha Gamma Sigma
and the veterans of the Vietnam War who served in the years 1962 and 1963. The Talle Stanton
Scholarship benefits a student studying the health sciences.

TAYLOR FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP*
VC Foundation Board Emeritus Richard and Kristin Taylor created this scholarship to benefit a
student who demonstrates a commitment to and/or leadership in advocating for gender equality.

TERENCE P. O’NEILL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Terence O’Neill created this scholarship in 1998 to support the students of Ventura College. He
taught Western Civilization and Russian History at Ventura College for 32 years before retiring. It
benefits students majoring in History, Social Science or Economics who plan to teach.

TIM SUEL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Established by the Suel family in memory of Tim Suel, this scholarship benefits students who
demonstrate a commitment to and/or leadership in advocating for social justice and anti-racism,
are enrolled in the Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) program at Ventura
College, and are pursuing a career in counseling.

TOMMY ANTHONY PARAMEDIC SCHOLARSHIP
Tom and Mary Anthony created this scholarship in honor of the paramedics who saved the life of
their grandson, Tommy. It benefits a student in the Paramedics Studies program.

TONY & RUTH GARCIA SCHOLARSHIP*
Dr. Ronald Garcia established this scholarship in honor of his parents, Tony and Ruth. It benefits
students pursuing a degree in health care who are committed to serving the Hispanic community.

TOTTEN J. AND FRANCES M. ANDERSON SCHOLARSHIP
Former Ventura College faculty member, Dr. Totten J. Anderson, and his wife Frances established
this scholarship to benefit a student majoring in Political Science or Public Affairs Major.

TYRONE HERITAGE FOUNDATION DIESEL MECHANICS SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is generously funded by the Tyrone Heritage Foundation in support of VC students
currently enrolled in the diesel mechanics program.

VC DREAMERS SCHOLARSHIP
The VC Dreamers scholarship provides financial support to students who demonstrate
a commitment to and/or leadership in advocating for immigrant rights and are committed to
learning and pursuing higher education to improve their lives and the lives of others.

VC EAST CAMPUS SCHOLARSHIP
Ventura College East Campus Faculty and Staff established this scholarship to benefit students
from the Santa Clara River Valley Communities of Fillmore, Piru, and Santa Paula to support their
academic and career goals.

VCSNA PEER ASSISTANCE SCHOLARSHIP
The Ventura College Student Nurses Association established this scholarship to benefit students
entering their third or fourth semester in the Nursing program who are also members of VCSNA.
Preference is given to students demonstrating community service.

VENOCO, INC. PHOENIX OSHER SCHOLARSHIP*
This scholarship was established by Venoco, Inc. to benefit re-entry students continuing their
education at Ventura College.

VENTURA COLLEGE ACADEMIC SENATE SCHOLARSHIP
These scholarships are funded through the efforts and staff of the Ventura College Academic
Senate. They are awarded to exceptional students who have a 3.0 minimum GPA.

VENTURA COLLEGE FOUNDATION PHOENIX SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is funded through the generous donations of individuals and the Ventura College
Foundation Board of Directors to benefit a re-entry student.

VENTURA COLLEGE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is funded through the generous donations of individuals and the Ventura College
Foundation Board of Directors to benefit students of Ventura College.

VENTURA COLLEGE FOUNDATION VETERANS SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established by community donors to benefit veteran students.

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VENTURA COLLEGE HOLISTIC HEALTH GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established to benefit students who are majoring in Holistic Health Studies or
Alternative Medicine and are transferring to a four-year college or University. Students who are
actively involved with the VC Holistic Health Club may also qualify. Students who meet both criteria
are preferred.

VENTURA COLLEGE HOLISTIC STUDIES SCHOLARSHIP*
This scholarship was established to benefit students who are majoring in Holistic Health Studies
and/or students who are actively involved with the VC Holistic Health Club.

VENTURA COLLEGE MATH & SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP
David Oliver, past Dean of the Ventura College Math & Science Department, established this award
to benefit an outstanding student pursuing a career in the Math or Science.

VENTURA DOWNTOWN LIONS CLUB - FRED W. SMITH OSHER SCHOLARSHIP*
The Downtown Ventura Lions Club generously donated this scholarship to benefit a continuing
student in any area of study.

VENTURA DOWNTOWN LIONS CLUB FRED W. SMITH SCHOLARSHIP
The Downtown Ventura Lions Club generously donated this scholarship to benefit a continuing
student in any area of study.

VIENTO Y MAR ENVIRONMENTAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Gonzalez family endowed this scholarship in memory of a beloved son and brother and
beloved aunt and sister both of whom attended Ventura College. VC was an important step to
success for numerous other family members. This scholarship is intended as a “step” for the
benefit of a transferring student with a major in Environmental Science or Music.

WENDY DUNN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP OF VENTURA COLLEGE
Mr. Dunn established this scholarship in honor of his wife, Wendy, to benefit a student who has
overcome personal hardships or challenges.

WENDY MCGEE MEMORIAL NURSING SCHOLARSHIP
In loving memory of his wife, Wendy McGee, Jim McGee established this scholarship to benefit
students pursuing a career in nursing.

WESTERN STATES PETROLEUM ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established to benefit a student majoring in Engineering, Geology, Chemical,
Welding, Electronics or Machine Shop.

WESTERN VENTURA COUNTY – EMPLOYER ADVISORY COUNCIL – AVELINA VILLALOBOS
SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established by the Western Ventura County Employer Advisory Council (EAC)
to benefit a student studying Business Administration. The VC EAC is an independent, nonprofit
organization that works with the Employment Development Department to improve the quality of
employment services in Ventura County.

WESTLAKE VILLAGE GARDEN CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship benefits a transfer student accepted into a four year university or college for
Agriculture, Botany, Conservation, Ecology, Entomology, Environmental Science, Floriculture,
Forestry, Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning or related fields.
WESTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP
The Westside Community Council created this scholarship to benefit a student who is a resident of
the Westside of Ventura.
*The Bernard Osher Foundation pledged an overall gift of $50-million to launch the California
Community Colleges Scholarship Endowment – the largest gift ever given to any community
college system. Through the Osher Foundation’s generous matching dollars, our local donors, and
the VC Foundations’ challenge match, the campaign, which ended in 2011 was a major success. VC
Foundation raised 296% of its target goal –the best fundraising record of any college in the state –
which resulted in new scholarships for 89 students at VC annually, in perpetuity.

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