Established by Dr. and Mrs. Probst to assist students attending medical school. Dr. Probst, M.D., grew up in Dearborn County and practiced dermatology for more than 30 years in Columbus. The Probsts are lifelong members of the Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod.

Established in recognition of Mr. Leonard’s service to the Columbus Regional Hospital and to the area’s healthcare system.

Established in memory of Dana Barton Merter, an avid tennis player and a supporter of junior tennis. Bartholomew County graduating high school senior who has played tennis and is pursuing post-secondary education. Letter of recommendation from a current or former tennis coach required. Financial need will be considered.

Established through a bequest from the estate of William Carr Lentz in memory of his wife.

Established by a group of Bartholomew County parents whose children wanted to play competitive travel baseball in 2000 and supported by the Bartholomew County Parks and Recreation Board of Directors.

Established by the Columbus Business and Professional Women’s organization (BPW) in memory of Mabel Suverkrup, a charter member of the Columbus BPW (1923); and Conni Richards, a member active on both the local and state levels of BPW.

Established in 2017 by the Columbus Autism Network (CAN) to assist an individual who has been diagnosed on the autism spectrum in seeking a postsecondary education.

Established by Mr. and Mrs. Condit to promote nursing education for Bartholomew County students.

Established by family and friends in memory of Charles Shepherd, who passed away in 2002. Mr. Shepherd was a retired vice president of engineering at Arvin Industries North American.

Established by Chris and Shannon Clulow in honor of Chris’ grandfather Casey Fishe, who was very influential in Chris’ life and continues to serve as his biggest role model. Casey grew up in a very challenging environment as an orphan in foster care and later battling, like many, through the Great Depression. The challenges in his life did not diminish his spirit of determination, kindness and caring. Casey was a true giver, always putting the needs of others before himself and the Clulows are pleased to create this scholarship to honor his memory.