Dr. Roger F. & Anita R. Wendt Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Siouxland Community Foundation
About the Siouxland Community Foundation
Description: Since 1988, the Siouxland Community Foundation (SCF) has worked to build a stronger, more vibrant Siouxland. The foundation connects donors, nonprofits, and community leaders to address community needs and create opportunities for future generations. Its work includes scholarships, grants, and support for lasting philanthropic legacies.
- Serving the Siouxland region since 1988
- Supporting students, nonprofits, and donors
Scholarship Background
History of the Award: The Dr. Roger F. and Anita R. Wendt Memorial Scholarship is administered by the Siouxland Community Foundation in Sioux City, Iowa. Family and friends established the fund in 2011 in memory of Anita and Dr. Wendt. Dr. Wendt served Sioux City students for 44 years, including nine years as a teacher and 35 years in administration, before retiring in 2002.
- Established in 2011 by family and friends
- Honors Anita and Dr. Roger F. Wendt
Purpose
Purpose: The scholarship assists graduating seniors from Sioux City public high schools with post-secondary education costs. Applicants must plan to study education at an accredited college or university. Anita Wendt valued education at all levels.
- Supports post-secondary study in education
- For graduating seniors from Sioux City public high schools
Eligibility
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors at East, North, or West High School in Sioux City, Iowa. They must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. Applicants must also be pursuing a degree in education.
- Must attend East, North, or West High School
- Minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0
- Must pursue a degree in education
Selection Criteria
Selection Criteria: Recipients are selected based on several factors. These include high school academic performance, school and community service, financial need, and evaluation of the applicant’s essay. The source does not specify how these factors are weighted.
- Academic performance and service are considered
- Financial need and essay evaluation are considered
Award and Application
Award Value: The scholarship provides a nonrenewable award of $1,000. Application Timeline: Applications must be received by the February deadline. Applicants must submit the completed online application, an essay, and an official high school transcript through the SCF common application.
- Award: $1,000, nonrenewable
- Deadline: February
- Required materials: online application, essay, and official transcript