Scholarship Donor Profiles

Levinskas, Dave Scholarship in Viticulture and Enology

Dave has a passion for wine and enjoys supporting local students at Washington State University. Award Requirements The principal of this Fund shall be used for two (2) graduate scholarships (Masters), including tuition, books, and fees, to be awarded based on financial need, to one male student and one female student enrolled in the Viticulture […]

Brown, Harold R. Graduate Education Fund

Harold Brown was a successful businessman who wanted to give back to society through the foundation he created. Food security and production were causes that were important to him because of the work done by his nephew, Professor Timothy D. Murray. Providing opportunities for students to advance their education in plant pathology will help enable […]

Koenig Family Scholarship

This scholarship was created by colleagues and friends of Rich Koenig, his wife Teresa, and son Nicholas, in appreciation of Rich’s leadership in the role of Interim Dean and his willingness to step into roles as needed for CAHNRS. The Koenig family contributes to this scholarship to help students pursuing undergraduate degrees in plant and […]

Mann Family Endowed Scholarship

Barb and Eric Mann were first introduced to the Viticulture and Enology program within WSU at an Auction of Washington Wine event. Passionate about the work that Thomas Henick-Kling initiated at the Wine Science Center in Tri-Cities and a history serving in the military, the Mann’s decided to create an endowed scholarship that specifically benefits […]

CAHNRS Community Scholarship

The intent of this scholarship is to support College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resources (CAHNRS) students who may otherwise not be able to complete their degree due to financial hardship. Award Requirements The distributions from this Fund shall be used for scholarships to student(s) majoring in CAHNRS degrees who demonstrate strong potential, work ethic, […]

AgWest Farm Credit Latinx CAHNRS Scholarship

AgWest Farm Credit is an agricultural financial cooperative providing financing and related services in the Pacific Northwest. Farm Credit is committed to the land grant mission and values partnerships with their land grant universities. This gift will help prepare the next generation of agricultural professionals. Award Requirements The principal of this Fund shall be used […]

Staley Family Endowed Excellence Scholarship

Multiple generations of the Staley family have attended Washington State University, including William A. Staley, the current President, and CEO of Belco Forest Products. Belco was founded in 1978 by John Staley and has been operated by the Staley family since. One of the core values of Belco Forest Products is sustainability, which for us, […]

Pitts, Max Memorial AMDT Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is established in loving memory of Max Pitts. Max attended WSU and pursued a degree in Apparel, Merchandising, Design & Textiles (AMDT), with an emphasis in merchandising. Max loved fashion and saw his future through the AMDT degree. He was a friend to many and loved by his family, friends and Phi Sigma […]

School of the Environment Outdoor Inclusion Scholarship

Jeff and Jaime are WSU alumni who would like to support underrepresented students preparing for careers in public land management, wildlife and fisheries science/conservation, and outdoor recreation. Award Requirements Will be awarded to underrepresented students with a focus in outdoor recreation, public land management, and fish & wildlife

Picha Family Scholarship

David Picha graduated from WSU in 1972 with a B.S. in Agronomy. While his career took another path, the study of the Earth’s natural resources remains a priority. David and Kay Picha established this scholarship to help the next generation of students as they pursue the same education. Award Requirements This is a need-based scholarship […]