Mesa College
Scholarships

The scholarship application period is now CLOSED!

Thank you for applying for Mesa Scholarships. The review and nomination notification of scholarships have been completed. If you did not receive an email notification, while we applaud your efforts and support your educational goals, we regretfully do not have enough resources to award every student and are not able to provide you a scholarship this year. There were a large number of applications this cycle and it was very difficult to choose between our applicants.Thank you once again for applying.

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 Scholarship Recipients, Spring 2023

Academic Senate Scholarship

This scholarship fund was established by the Faculty of San Diego Mesa College Academic Senate to recognize and provide financial assistance to deserving students who are pursuing a career in education at a preschool, K-12, College or University.

Emma Bartlett
Catherine Brown

Ain't I A Woman

This scholarship was established by four women who have served as campus leaders in some way.  We know it's not easy, so we want to celebrate other women who proudly serve in leadership roles on our campus or in their communities.

Tyler Remillo

Albert J. Grennan Scholarship

This fund was established by Myra Harada to recognize, and provide financial assistance to, a deserving student majoring in a field of study in which the biological sciences are foundational.

Kayla Hynes

Allen Rogert Memorial Scholarship

Navy veteran Allen Rogert fought in WWII when he was just 17 years old. He admired those with an education & helped others better themselves through study. His wife & former mathematics professor, Sybil, created this scholarship in his memory.

Savanna Beeson
Kaitlin Calimbahin
Benjamin Capinski
Josias Flores
Jordon Warf

Architecture Program Design Scholarship

The Architecture Program Design Scholarship was established to recognize excellence in architectural design and provide financial assistance to a deserving student who is pursuing a four-year, five-year or graduate degree in Architecture.

Javier Valderrama

Armstrong Family Scholarship

The Armstrong Family Scholarship is intended to support highly motivated students who value intellectual challenges and have a passion for learning and the exploration of ideas. Students may demonstrate these qualities through their scholarship application itself; or by participation in student support programs, such as EOPS and Special Programs, or academic support programs. The fund is named in honor and memory of John Wilhelm Armstrong and is established by his wife, Elizabeth Armstrong, and children, Allan and Sarah.  Born in Brooklyn, NY, John spent his childhood in Norway during WW II and from his earliest days loved learning.  Inspired and encouraged by teachers and friends, John returned to the US to complete his BSEE degree at the University of Wisconsin. He became a radar engineer working in various capacities in the US, Italy, Greenland and England. Later he became a scientific and technical translator, combining his knowledge of several languages with his engineering and science expertise. John had a passion for learning and books and believed in the value of education. Having experienced childhood in an occupied country with scarce food and resources, John was acutely aware that education is the one thing that cannot be taken away. This scholarship is to honor John's lifelong love of learning.

Zubeyda Farah

Art Department Scholarship

The San Diego Mesa College Fine Art Department recognizes and awards students who have demonstrated outstanding artistic achievement.

Tina Mardan

Asian Pacific Islander American

This scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate
leadership and commitment to serving the Asian Pacific Islander
American (APIA) community through volunteer work.

Faith San Jose

Associated Students "Basic Needs" Scholarship

The Associated Students understand financial struggles students endure while attending college.  This scholarship provides financial support to assist with tuition, books, living expenses, and the day to day financial needs of college students.

Josephina Arellano
Natalie Cervantes
Shaura Crawford
Candice Davis
Jose Figueroa
Sydney Hang
Mimi Holmes
Samira Mohamed
Carolina Robertson
Amanda Salcedo

Associated Students Academic Achievement Scholarship

The Associated Students scholarship fund was established by the San Diego Mesa College Associated Students in Fall 2000 to recognize and provide financial assistance to students who have excelled academically.

Sepideh Bayat
Catherine Brown
Douglas Jenks
Mico Ramos

Associated Students Community Service Scholarship

The Associated Students scholarship fund was established by the Mesa College Associated Students to recognize and provide financial assistance to students who have made contributions to the community through community service and volunteerism.

Sarah Greenbergs
Mimi Holmes
Kimberly Kritzer
Trevor Messerly
Samira Mohamed
Beatriz Rollick

Bart and Jerri Hazlet Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established in loving memory of Bart Hazlett, a volunteer trombonist with the Mesa College Bands, by his dear wife Jerri.

Tara Yousefi Nejad

Biology Department Scholarship

This fund was established by the Biology Department faculty to recognize and provide financial assistance to a deserving student majoring in a field of study in which Biological sciences are foundational.

Marcy Fernandez Calderon
Samantha Rone

Braille Transcribers' Scholarship Award for Visually Impaired Students

The Braille Transcribers' Scholarship Award for Visually Impaired Students was established at Mesa College in 1996, through an endowment from the Braille Transcribers' Guild.

Jesus Gonzalez
Shawn Heileman
Angel Mangrobang
Kevin Merin
Zahra Soltani
Kensie Thornton

Burdg Family Scholarship

This scholarship was established in memory of Marvin and Roberta Burdg, to provide support to students at Mesa College.

Alondra Alvarez
Natalie Cervantes
Candice Davis
Jessie Gray

Cal Coast Cares Foundation College Scholarship

The Cal Coast Cares Foundation Scholarship program provides monetary support for academic expenses to current college students in San Diego and Riverside counties who are pursuing accredited degrees.

Mohamad Badr
Gia Lori Blaylock
Sepideh Khoshabi
Reyn Nishii

CalWORKs Scholarship

The Mesa CalWORKs Scholarship supports San Diego Mesa College students actively using our CalWORKs services for the purpose of their educational advancement.

Danielle Cole
Iltze Flores

Cesar and Bette Gonzalez Chicana and Chicano Studies Department Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Mesa College faculty/staff to recognize outstanding scholarship & leadership. It was named in honor of César A. González Trujillo, Professor Emeritus & founding Chair of Chicano Studies at San Diego Mesa College (1970) & his wife Bette B. Gonzalez.

Edwin Carbajal
Melanie H Stuart

Charles W. Patrick Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established by San Diego Community College District in memory of the first Chancellor of the San Diego Community College District. Charles W. Patrick was a great leader who helped build the district, one building at a time.

Fatimah Aljumali
Edgar Vielma

Chef Mark Blaauboer Memorial

Chef B had an influential role in shaping San Diego’s culinary and hospitality industry through education. The Chef Mark Blaauboer Memorial Scholarship was established to ensure that his values, leadership, and mentorship remain present in the industry.

Jose Figueroa
Jacqueline Navarro

Cher Fertig Memorial Art Scholarship

Cher is remembered and celebrated by all who knew her. She was an enthusiastic Mesa College Fine Arts Graduate, alum of the Museum Studies Program, a committed member of the Mesa College Art Gallery staff, and a wonderful artist throughout her life.

Alexandra Maverick

Christine Balderas Student PTA  Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the Physical Therapy
Assistant (PTA) class of 2015 to reflect the inspiration provided by Professor Balderas to assist a second-year student with financial assistance.

Randolf Hubilla

Cynthia K. Wilson Memorial Scholarship

Cynthia K. Wilson nurtured love and laughter with her family and friends, had an unbreakable spirit in overcoming obstacles and a strong work ethic in school and otherwise. These values and this scholarship are her legacy.

Husna Ayoubi
Jessie Grey
Kimberly Kritzer
Jessica O'shea
Erika Roman

D.S.P.S. Dream, Strive, Persevere & Succeed

This scholarship fund was established by the Disability Support Programs & Services Department at San Diego Mesa College to recognize and support a DSPS student currently in good standing with the program.

Erika Roman

D.S.P.S. Scholarship

This scholarship fund was established by Irene Evans in memory of her daughter, Marianne Jennifer Evans, to recognize and provide financial assistance to a deserving DSPS student currently in good standing with the program.

Ashley Mulalley

Devan Caddell Memorial Scholarship

Devan Caddell was an honor student and cross-country and track star. In 2007, he passed away in a car accident. The Exercise Science faculty and staff created this scholarship to honor his hard work and dedication to his sport and education.

Amya Jones

Dr. Granville N. Moore Pre-Med Scholarship

The scholarship was established by Judy Sundayo in memory of her father, Dr. Granville N. Moore, who provided medical care to the poor for over fifty years. The award honors an under-represented pre-med student, committed to serving the Black community.

Shuara Crawford

Dr. Judy Sundayo Leadership Scholarship

The Dr. Judy Sundayo Leadership Scholarship exists to support & uplift current African American/Black students who have demonstrated a commitment to creating diverse inclusive community at Stan Diego Mesa College and in the San Diego community.  Examples below.

Jaynell Armstrong
George Buchanan

Dr. Kevin Branson LGBTQIA+  Scholarship

The LGBTQIA+ population is often marginalized and not recognized as valued members of society. Kevin understands the barriers many LGBTQIA+ students face and recognizes the dedication, bravery and perseverance required to achieve academic, professional, and personal success.

Dawson Akita
Elliott Linwood
Matthew Werner

Dr. Tom Kaye Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established in memory of Dr. Tom Kaye, who served Mesa students and the community for decades, to provide financial support to veterans who are pursuing a degree or certificate.

Daniel Taylor

Dream Again Scholarship

Education changes lives and we all deserve a second chance sometimes. This scholarship is for students who have not let set-backs hold them back.

David Cambron

E.F.K. Music Scholarship

This scholarship was established to support students pursuing music at Mesa College.

Duncan Amiee

EOPS Scholarship

This scholarship was established to recognize Extended
Opportunities Programs and Services (EOPS) students.

Jaynell Armstrong
Melat Kassahun
Amanda Salcedo
Tessa Smith

Emmanuel Jimenez Molina Memorial Aquatics Scholarship

The Emmanuel Jimenez Molina Memorial Aquatics Scholarship was created in loving memory of Emmanuel Jimenez Molina, who was a local aquatics coach, two sport scholar-athlete and conference champion.

Torrey Brindell

English Department Scholarship

From the faculty of the English Department, this scholarship is awarded to an outstanding English major.

Duy Duong

Fashion Club Fashion Design Scholarship

The Fashion Program's Fashion Club recognizes students who have stepped up to the plate, by being involved, specifically with  leadership and community service skills.

Jennifer Morales

Fashion Club Fashion Merchandising Scholarship

The Fashion Program's Fashion Club recognizes students who have stepped up to the plate, by being involved, specifically with  leadership and community service skills.

Annette Antunes

Fashion Program Scholarship

The Fashion program fosters a sense of service by setting aside funds earned at the annual student fashion show to recognize that a successful career in fashion begins with perseverance, attention to detail and collaboration.

Amya Jones

Fashion Technology Scholarship

This scholarship was created by the Fashion program to recognize emerging talent that embraces both fashion and technology. The future of fashion will be redefined by technology and innovation.

Juanita Boyer

Francis X. Gold Scholarship

Frank X. Gold was a quadriplegic for twenty years and lived an independent life. This scholarship is for the mobility limited and those enrolled in courses designed to help those who are disabled

Julian Rodriguez

Fred J. Horn Memorial Scholarship

Our mission is to inspire San Diego Promise students to learn key life and business lessons necessary to succeed in their future endeavors. Applicants will search for inspiration through case studies featured in online podcasts "Lessons from the Top" by Guy Raz and "Masters of Scale" by Reid Hoffman.

Gia Lori Blaylock
Jacob Ollar
Elizabeth Velazquez

Friendly Feast Rising Star Pastry Scholarship

Friendly Feast is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that produces food and drink events to celebrate chefs and lift up the local community. This award was created to help an aspiring professional baker or pastry chef reach their educational goals.

Leonardo Daniel Sanchez Baltazar

George and Evelyn Peterson Scholarship

This scholarship was made possible by the George and Evelyn Peterson Endowment. It is intended for continuing Mesa students who have  participated in community service.

Judy Collado
Chelsea Johnson
Sofia Lopez-Orraca
Daniela Resendiz

Gladys E. Carter Memorial Scholarship

The children of Gladys Carter created this scholarship in memory of their mother. She was extremely talented in the creative arts. She believed in the power of education, and strongly encouraged and supported others in their educational pursuits.

Olan Cazad
Shuara Crawford

Gustavo Romero Music Scholarship

This scholarship award was established by the Music
Department, under the leadership of Professor Irvin King, to
provide financial assistance to music students who excel in
the areas of performance.

Steven Le
Lee Taeryung

Hands' Family Pay It Forward Scholarship

This scholarship celebrates students who embody the idea of paying it forward through service to their community. It is awarded to a student(s) who has had kindness extended to them and has paid that generosity forward through service to others.

Gia Blaylock
Amanda Salcedo

Jan Ellis Memorial Scholarship

Jan Ellis was the heart and soul of the Mesa College dance program for over thirty years. She had knowledge, experience, and an abundance of love and support for her students and colleagues. This scholarship was created to honor her memory.

Tara Yousefi Nejad

Jeff Berry Languages Scholarship

This scholarship is named in honor of Professor Jeff Berry and was established by his colleagues at San Diego Mesa College's Department of Languages to recognize and provide financial assistance to deserving and outstanding students.

Maverick Alexandra
Leyva Ivanna
Diana Macías Rodríguez

Jensen Family Veterinary Technology Program

This scholarship fund was established by the Jenson Family Trust to recognize and provide financial assistance to students majoring in Veterinary Technology.

Vianka Lemus

Jerry Schad Memorial Scholarship

Long-time professor and department chair Jerry Schad inspired many students through his writings, photographs, and star parties, to deepen their understanding of the natural world. This scholarship was established to honor his legacy here at Mesa.

David Cantu
Jullian Rodriguez

Joyce Skaryak Classified Senate Scholarship

The Classified Senate would like to support Classified
Professionals: full-time, part-time (NANCE) and work-study
professionals who participate in lifelong learning to better
serve our students, departments, and the college.

Jacob Muniz
Jennifer Park
Yaman Tarakji

KP Radiologic Technology Scholarship

The Radiologic Technology Program Scholarship is awarded to students fully enrolled in the program. It is fully funded by Kaiser Permanente and designed to help those who qualify with the costs of attending the program.

Mirna Akko
Honda Azo
Joseph Burnett
Huong Dam
Catherine Kennedy
Melody Konishi
Solomon Kumie
Abdihakin Musse
Alexander O'toole
Vanessa Revilla
Jared Reynoso
Omar Reynoso
Kayla Sierra
Marilor Torno

Kathy Fennessey Kindness Scholarship

This scholarship was established in honor of Ms. Fennessey, who retired from Mesa after years of dedicated service to students, to support those who serve their community with kindness and a heart full of care.

Faith San Jose

Kendra Jeffcoat Memorial Scholarship

Kendra was a Mesa College educator for many years.  She was also a beloved member of the Rancho Bernardo Sunrise Rotary Club, which established this scholarship in her memory.

Douglas Jenks

LEAD Scholarship

This scholarship is designed to provide an equitable resource to a student that exemplifies leadership and values diversity, equity, & inclusion efforts both inside the classroom and in the field of healthcare.

Brenda Chilazi

Learning Resource Center Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to one or more deserving students who demonstrate how the Learning Resource Center (LRC) has helped them in advancing their educational goals.

Ian Angel
George Buchanan
Mimi Holmes

Legaspi-Roberts Scholarship for the Performing Arts

The Legaspi-Roberts Scholarship for the Performing Arts supports passionate students studying performing arts at Mesa College.

Patricio Garcia

Marshall Award for Academic Achievement and Leadership

This scholarship was made possible by an endowment from John F.S. and Kaori O. Marshall.  It is intended to recognize students in the fields of Business Administration/Accounting or Liberal Arts/Sociology  for academic achievement and leadership

Matthew Edgar
Ingrid Romero

Maximilian Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Joan Adaskin, in memory of her beloved pet, Maximilian. For many years, Ms. Adaskin was a faculty member in the mathematics department at Mesa College.

Anahis Mendoza
Miles Rosas

Mesa Counseling Department Scholarship

Mesa Counseling faculty recognize students who have taken Personal Growth at Mesa and can clearly communicate what they have learned about their personal, academic, and career goals, as well as share how they coped with challenges or barriers.

Kaying Fang

Michael Murphy Memorial Scholarship

Alumnus Michael Murphy was an architect, builder, and instructor who earned a degree from UC Berkeley. He enjoyed life and had a strong desire to help others. This scholarship is for students pursuing a career in architecture, interior design, or related fields.

Nhat Duong
Jessica O'shea
Maria Ximena

Michaele DeTemple Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship honors Michaele DeTemple and provides scholarships to full time second year students in the multisubject K-8 Elementary Education Preparation Program.

Reyn Nishii
Lauren Spellerberg

Nancy Jo Brown Art Scholarship

The Nancy Jo Brown Art Scholarship is awarded annually to eligible students with a focus on fine art.

Bethany Little

New Horizons Scholarship

The New Horizons Scholarship aims to recognize San Diego Mesa College students that have dedicated time and effort to build and support their respective communities on 
 campus by helping them reach their own dreams and goals in higher education.

Alicia Kolehmainen
Phoebe Truong

Nicki Carano Memorial Scholarship

Nicki Carano studied dance at Mesa College and became a professional dancer and musician. Family and friends created this scholarship to celebrate her love for the performing arts.

Tara Yousefi Nejad

Noel Johnson & Ray Vital Memorial Scholarship

Honors the Memories of Noel Johnson and Ray Vital. Noel Johnson and Ray Vital were two of Mesa College's most Outstanding Classified Professional Staff Members. The scholarship honors the decades long service Noel Johnson and Ray Vital provided to the Mesa College Community.

Kaitlin Calimbahin

Nutrition and Nutrition & Fitness Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the faculty of Mesa College's Nutrition Department for Nutrition or Nutrition & Fitness majors who have achieved outstanding scholarship and leadership.

Rosalind Neuman

OSHER

The Osher Foundation provides post-secondary scholarship funding to colleges and universities across the nation, with special attention to reentry students. It also supports a national lifelong learning network for seasoned adults.

Briana Aldape Cazares
Alfredo Amparo
George Buchanan
David Cantu
Edgar Estrada
Baleria Hernandez Ayala
Alex Hu
Aranza Hurtado-Villarreal
Alyssa Moore
Morales-Flores
Rosalind Newman
Jessica O'shea
Annaliesa Potter
Ashley Rivera Flores
Adonis Seymour Ramos

Pay It Forward Personal Growth Donna Kieselbach Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is for Personal Growth 120 students who wish to continue on to the Baccalaureate level. This was inspired by Donna Kieselbach who was an ardent supporter of higher education.

Din Parast Saleh Aylin

Peggy Gray Spanninga Transfer Scholarship

The scholarship is intended to provide financial support for community college students who have gained consistent work experience while attending college and demonstrate a commitment to continuing their education at a four-year university.

Crystal Badu
George Buchanan
David Cantu
David Cantu
Aylin Din Parast Saleh
Christian Gonzalez Ruiz

Physical Sciences Department Scholarship

Established by the faculty of the Physical Sciences Department, this scholarship recognizes outstanding students who are majoring in Engineering, Physics, Geology, or general Physical Sciences--students who will change the world!

Savanna Beeson
Kaitlin Calimbahin
Erica Garcia Badaracco
Christian Gonzales Ruiz
Jordon Warf

Picky Eats Robotics Scholarship

The Picky Eats Robotics Scholarship is to recognize college students that had competed in First Inspires (FLL, FTC, FRC) Programs at the elementary/middle/high schools or have gone back to mentor kids for robotics.  It's important to continue supporting college students in the field of STEM, but to also inspire them to become mentors within their community.

Hyunkyun Ahn

Picky Eats Scholarship

Aiden Lo is a high school student, active community volunteer, and also a Type 1 Diabetic. He started a volunteer organization called Picky Eats. Their goal is to support local charities that address food insecurity and support education.

Leilannie Chavez
Christian Yahir Gonzalez Ruiz

Puente Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a Puentista (currently enrolled or a former Puente student still enrolled at Mesa) that is motivated to continue their educational career at a 4-year institution and shows financial need.

Paula Cantu
Claudia Moreno
Daniela Resendiz
Jorge Salman-Avitia

Richard & Eloise Johnston Health Services Scholarship

This scholarship was established by San Diego Community College District to honor Dick Johnston, former President of the SDCCD Board of Trustees to assist students who have been accepted into a health-related program.

Rocio Ibarra

Robert J. Hamer Memorial

This scholarship fund was established by Terri Miracle in memory of her father, Robert J. Hamer, to recognize and provide financial assistance to a deserving student who is majoring in Fine Arts or Graphic Design.

Nancy Mitchell

Ruth Kern Scholarship

The Ruth Kern Scholarship is awarded annually to eligible students majoring in Business, Business Administration, Business Management, Marketing, Real Estate, Computer Information Science, Computer Business Technology, or Multimedia.

Paulina Contreras
Rebekah Soliman

SDCCD Management Association Scholarship

The San Diego Community College District Management Association scholarship supports success and equity in higher education. This scholarship is open to all students who overcame adversity, exemplified leadership or contributed to the community.

Sima Yaghoubi
Farah Zubeyda

STAR TRIO

This scholarship recognizes Mesa students who are active participants in the STAR TRIO program; have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher; and are graduating or transferring to the 4-yr university in the upcoming academic year.

Douglas Jenks
Austin Nash

Samuel F. Garcia

This scholarship is to honor the life of a loving man with a heart of gold. His childlike humor and laugh is so greatly missed. Through his personal struggles, he always maintained his humor in everyday things, his signature touches to his culinary creations such as "The Mexican Burger" remain unsurpassed. Above all, the love and affection he gave all that he loved remains unsurpassed. Making him irreplaceable and his love, neverending. We will forever love and miss you Sammy.

Kevin Merin

San Diego County Hotel/Motel Scholarship

The San Diego County Hotel/Motel Scholarship is awarded annually to eligible students majoring in: Hotel/Motel Management, Travel & Tourism, and Food Service occupations.

Melanie Osuna-Labrado
Allegra Pompeo

Sidney W. Brossman Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the Brossman family in memory of Sidney W. Brossman, who served as the first Chancellor for the State Community College System of California and was an administrator with the San Diego Community College District.

Duong Duy

Sin Fronteras Scholarship

The Sin Fronteras Scholarship awards funding to Undocumented Students of San Diego Mesa College for the purpose of their educational advancement.

Anahis Mendoza

Susan Linnet Cox Memorial Scholarship

Susan Linnet Cox is remembered as an inventive creative who worked as a fashion stylist and introduced a course to our students that allowed them to go out and professionally style their wares for the web, brochures and publication.

Vivian Lopez

The Architecture Department Chairs' Scholarship

The Architecture Department Chairs' Scholarship is available students in good academic standing and are currently enrolled in architecture program at San Diego Mesa College.

Jessica O'shea

The Dr. Edward and Edwina Alexander Scholarship for Disadvantaged Students Pursuing Careers in the Chemical Sciences

This scholarship is established to support Mesa College students aspiring to pursue careers in the Chemical, Biomedical, and /or STEM disciplines.

Aylin Din Parast Saleh

Thomas E. Dowd Scholarship

This scholarship is in memory of Thomas E. Dowd, Sr. who served in the Asiatic-Pacific Theatre during World War II.  A man of integrity with a zest for life, loving husband and father. This grant is to support a Mesa veteran or active duty student.

Virgilio Aquino
Reyn Nishii

Thomas and Frances Wong Scholarship

The Thomas Wong Family wishes to award a student in good academic standing who is enrolled in Architecture or Building Construction Technology, a student who is an active member or veteran of the U.S. military, or an advocate of the APIA community.

Peter Contreras
Javier Valderama

Tina Recalde Student PTA Scholarship

This scholarship, first established by the Physical Therapist Assistant Class of 2015 in honor of Dr. Tina Recalde, has continued to provide first-year PTA students the support needed to achieve success in the program.

Sean Anderson

Tony & Lido Szeto Family Scholarship

The Szeto's kids are grateful of the foresight of Tony and Lido in recognizing the importance of the education, and the many dedicated teachers. Education changed their life and they would like others having the same opportunities.

Husna Ayoubi
Leyla Hayward
Kimberly Kritzer
Shannon Price
Jullian Rodriguez

Toomath Scholarship

The Toomath Scholarship was established to support students seeking vocational training.

Anica Baluta-Freitas
Ashley Neal

Tran Cao Civil Engineering Scholarship

The Tran Cao Civil Engineering Scholarship will assist the academic pursuit of a San Diego Mesa College student who has the intention to obtain an advanced degree and a career in civil or related engineering field.

Christian Gonzalez Ruiz

Trejo/Ybarra Latinas in STEM

This scholarship was established to promote diversity in STEM fields. Eligible candidates will include students identifying as female, Latina, and one of the following majors: Biology, Chemistry, Computer and Information Sciences, Engineering, Geology, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, and Physics.

Sofia Lopez-Orraca

Veterans of Mesa Scholarship

The Veterans of Mesa Scholarship was created to reward and recognize Mesa student veterans that are involved in the community, have demonstrated academic success, and have taken up leadership roles on campus.

Edgar Matthew
Jacob Muniz

Warren Keith Rigdon Scholarship

Warren K Rigdon established this scholarship to support Mesa College students in need.

Andrea Calles-Virgen
David Cantu
Samira Mohamed
Alejandro Valderrama Montes
Sima Yaghoubi

William Cyran Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was created in the memory of William T. Cyran, who helped to the establish the Social Sciences Department at Mesa College in 1965. He taught philosophy and logic at Mesa until his retirement in 1979.

Candice Davis

William and Margaret Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Kathleen Fennessey in memory of her parents, William Hassett and Margaret Roy to provide financial assistance to a deserving student who is actively involved in community service and volunteer work.

Colleen Hobson

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Mesa College Foundation Scholarship

The Mesa College Foundation Scholarship, established by a bequest and funded by the generous support of community donors, is awarded annually by the Foundation Board to Mesa students who exhibit resilience in the face of financial constraints.

Husna Ayoubi
Camaryn Preston

Board of Trustees Scholarship - Supported by the Scott A. and Elizabeth V. Christensen Foundation

The San Diego Community College Board of Trustees Scholarship, supported by the Scott A. and Elizabeth V. Christensen Charitable Foundation, provides funding for students in career-technical education programs.

Fatimah Aljumali
Sean Andersen
Brenda Chilazi
Danielle Cole
Jessie Grey
Sofia Lopez-Orraca
Anahis Mendoza
Maureen Parker
Michiko Payne

Annette Bening Promise 

Established in 2018 in honor of Mesa College alumna, Annette Bening. This scholarship is awarded to one student each at City, Mesa, and Miramar colleges and San Diego College of Continuing Education who demonstrates academic excellence and a commitment to service.

Faith San Jose

Chancellor's Scholarship

The Chancellor's Scholarship was established by the Chancellor’s office to recognize students for academic excellence and exemplary service to the college and community.

Juanita Lukisa

President's Award for Academic Excellence

The President's Award Scholarship recognizes recipients for achieving academic excellence, commitment to their community, and leadership during their time at Mesa College.

George Buchanan

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