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Mike Blasius Memorial Scholarship

  • 1 Available
  • Mike Blasius Family
Raymond “Mike” Blasius owned and operated Blasius Construction in Kimball, SD for nearly 50 years before his death in March 2022. Mike held his crew to the highest expectation of work ethic and attendance and was known for his quick and witty sense of humor. This scholarship will be awarded to a current Mitchell Tech student in a Construction and Manufacturing Technologies program who exhibits excellent attendance and work ethic. Preference is given to students from Mike’s hometown of Kimball, SD and the surrounding area.
Architectural Design and Building Construction
Construction & Manufacturing Technologies
Electrical Construction & Maintenance
Electrical Construction Maintenance SCADA Option
Heating & Cooling Technology
Machining and Manufacturing
Progressive Welding Technology
Must be a current full time student enrolled in an Construction & Manufacturing program Applicant must have excellent attendance Preference is given to students from Mike’s hometown of Kimball, SD and the surrounding area Applicant must complete the MTC Online application to be eligible to receive this scholarship.
$1000

Paulson Family Endowed Scholarship

  • 1 Available
  • Chuck & Lois Paulson Family
The Paulson Family Endowment was established in 2012. Long-time former Paulson Sheet Metal owners Chuck and Lois Paulson and their son Scott, present owner of Paulson Air, established the endowment to support recruitment scholarships for students enrolled in the Heating and Cooling Technology program. The scholarships will be awarded to students who meet the listed criteria applied to the recipient’s account for the Fall semester. The Incoming student awards will be announced by August 1 and applied to the recipient’s account for the Fall semester and in January for Current students and applied to their accounts the following Fall semester.
Heating & Cooling Technology
Applicant must be an accepted full-time student enrolled at MTC in the Heating and Cooling Technology program Applicant must complete the MTC Incoming online application and provide an online reference between January 1 and June 30 to be eligible for this scholarship. Current students must complete the online application during the Fall application period to be eligible for this scholarship.
$500

Tessier Family Foundation – Current Students

  • 3 Available
  • Tessier Family Foundation
The Tessier Family Foundation began providing funds for scholarships in 2014 for students enrolled in the Accounting/Business Management, Heating and Cooling Technology, LPN and Medical Assistant programs. The scholarships will be awarded in January each year and applied to the recipient’s accounts the following Fall semester.
First Year Student
Accounting
Heating and Cooling Technology
Licensed Practical Nursing
Medical Assistant
Applicant must be currently enrolled as a first year full-time student in Accounting/Business Management, Heating and Cooling Technology, LPN or Medical Assistant programs to be eligible for these scholarships. Applicant must complete the MTC current student online application during the open application period as instructed to be eligible for these scholarships.
$500

Tessier’s Endowed Scholarships – Incoming Students

  • 2 Available
  • Tessier Family Foundation, Mark Buche, Gopal Vyas
The Tessier’s Endowment was established in 2007 by the Tessier Family Foundation, Tessier’s, Inc., Mark Buche and Gopal Vyas. The purpose of the endowment is to provide scholarship funds to Heating and Cooling Technology students. These scholarships will be awarded in January each year and the funds will be applied to the recipient’s accounts the following Fall semester.
Heating & Cooling Technology
Applicant must be an accepted full-time student enrolled in the Heating and Cooling Technology program. Applicants must complete the MTI Incoming student online application and provide an online reference if requested between January 1 and June 30 to be eligible for these scholarships.
$1000

Van Buskirk Family Foundation Scholarship

  • 2 Available
  • Van Buskirk Family Foundation
The Van Buskirk Family Foundation Scholarship supports students pursuing education in the Heating & Cooling Technology, Architectural Design & Building Construction, and Electrical Construction & Maintenance programs at Mitchell Technical College. This scholarship reflects the Van Buskirk family’s commitment to strengthening the skilled trades workforce in South Dakota and the region. Applicants must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrate a history of community involvement. Preference may be given to students who express a commitment or strong interest in remaining in South Dakota after graduation. By investing in technical education and supporting students dedicated to their communities, the Van Buskirk Family Foundation aims to help develop the next generation of skilled professionals who will contribute to the region’s workforce and economic growth.
Architectural Design & Building Construction
Electrical Construction & Maintenance
Heating & Cooling Technology
Must be enrolled fulltime in a Mitchell Technical College program with a 3.0 GPA or higher. Must be enrolled in the Architectural Design & Building Construction, Electrical Construction & Maintenance, or Heating & Cooling Technology program. Must have a history of volunteering. Preference will be given to students committed to remaining in South Dakota upon graduation and who are from within 150 miles of Sioux Falls.

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