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Dr. Robert W. Petry Memorial Scholarship

Description

Established by Mrs. Rosie Petry in memory of Dr. Robert Warren Petry M.D. who practiced Allergy, Clinical Immunology and Internal Medicine in Columbus for 34 years. Dr. Petry embodied the same attributes of a cross country runner including dedication, endurance, strength, strong work ethic, positive attitude, mental toughness, loyalty and kindness. Cross Country runners care about their teammates as Dr Petry cared for his patients, family, friends and community.

Criteria

  • Graduating seniors from a Bartholomew County high school who plan to attend an accredited post-secondary institution in pursuit of a technical certificate, associate’s degree, or bachelor’s degree
  • Applicant must have been a member of the Columbus North or Columbus East Cross Country team.

Begin accepting applications

October 1, 2026

Application Deadline

January 29, 2027, 4pm

Scholarship amount

$1000-$2000
Scholarship Applied Toward
Tuition & Qualified Educational Expenses

Questions?

Contact Scholarship & Grant Officer Jen Morrill at jmorrill@heritagefundbc.org.