Ottawa, Kan. – 成人快手 is proud to announce the establishment of the Mary Elizabeth Martin Scholarship & Emergency Use Fund for students in our nursing programs who are experiencing hardship.
The fund is administered through the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation (GKCCF), with U.S. Bank serving as trustee.
OU recognizes that not only are nurses the backbone of health care, but that there is a critical shortage. Ottawa has offered BSN degrees since 2013, as well as a master’s, and recently launched a BSN Pre-Licensure program in January 2024.
“We’re committed to addressing the healthcare shortage, not just in Kansas City, but nationally,” Dr. Kevin Maret, President of OU Professional & Online, said. “We understand the burden that some of our students face outside the classroom, and the creation of this fund is designed with that in mind. Educating students is our goal but supporting them in their personal lives is a big part of that. We’re so thankful to GKCCF for joining us in this endeavor and making this a possibility.”
Students will be able to apply for assistance each year, with a maximum amount of $500 per student awarded annually.
More details will be released in the coming months regarding application details and requirements. For further information on our nursing programs, visit: www.ottawa.edu/nursing.