Our Donors

Colorado Plateau Horseman’s Hall of Fame Scholarship

The Colorado Plateau Horseman’s Hall of Fame Scholarship was established the Colorado Plateau Horseman’s Hall of Fame (CPHHOF). The mission of the CPHHOF is to recognize and honor those horsemen and horsewomen, as well as those special horses, who have made a...

Colorado Water Officials Association Division 5 Scholarship

The mission of the Colorado Water Officials Association is to benefit its members by providing an organization through which water resource personnel within the Division of Water Resources and the Colorado Water Conservation Board can educate the State’s citizens as...

Connie McIntire - Altrusa Scholarship Endowment

The Connie Mcintire-Altrusa Scholarship Endowment was established by Altrusa International of Montrose, CO Inc. in honor of Connie McIntire for her service to the organization. Ms. McIntire was a charter member of the Altrusa Club of Montrose beginning in June 1975....

Consuelo Murdoch Roy Performing Arts Scholarship

The Consuelo Murdoch Roy Performing Arts Scholarship was established in memory of Consuelo Murdoch Roy by her daughter Suzanne Quamme. Known as Connie, Consuelo Murdoch Roy was born in 1915 in Newport News, Virginia where her father worked as a Naval Engineer in the...

Continuing Unexpected Connections/MSI Endowment

The Continuing Unexpected Connections/MSI Endowment has been established as a part of the Mesa Scholarship Initiative. The following is a statement from the donor on the inspiration to establish the Endowment. My name is Joyce Owens. As a child I grew up in a loving...

Copeland Family Endowed Scholarship

The initial funding of the endowment is from Dr. Mitch Copeland. Dr. Copeland is a Fruita Monument High School graduate and third-generation physician in the Grand Valley. He, his family, and their practice, Western Orthopedic Sports Medicine, have a long history of...

Cornelison / WCCC General

This scholarship was established by Western Colorado Community College. They are committed to student success. Whether you are interested in an associate degree, a certificate, customized industry training, or a change in your career options, they are here to serve...

CO/WY Chapter of the American Fisheries Society Endowed Scholarship

The Colorado/Wyoming Chapter of the American Fisheries Society will partially fund the endowment through a 1:1 match made toward private donations up to a maximum match contribution of $12,500. As private donors are identified, they will be recognized as donors to...

Crime Stoppers of Mesa County

These scholarships have been established to assist students of good character who wish to pursue careers in law enforcement and protect their communities from crime. Crime Stoppers of Mesa County began in 1983 with a volunteer board of 18 community members sharing...

Crime Stoppers of Mesa County - Derek Geer Memorial

Crime Stoppers established this scholarship in memory of Deputy Derek Geer who was shot while on duty. These scholarships, are being established to assist students of good character who wish to pursue careers in law enforcement and protect their communities from...

Cutter Endowed Aviation Scholarship

The Cutter Endowed Aviation Scholarship was established by Robert C. Cutter, an alumnus of Colorado Mesa University, Foundation board member, long-time donor and pilot.

Dalby, Wendland & Co., P.C.

Dalby, Wendland & Co., P.C. provides premier financial-asset assessment, advice, and strategies for minimizing your tax exposure and helping you keep more of your own money. Dalby Wendland is the largest public accounting, audit, and business advisory firm...

David M Gardner Memorial Scholarship

The David M. Gardner Scholarship was established by Edward and Lois Gardner in memory of David M. Gardner. He was born in Boulder on November 19,1957. He spent his childhood in Grand Junction and graduated from Central High School. He attended Mesa College and...

Dean & Mary Harris Jazz Scholarship

Dean and Mary Harris are lifelong learners and lovers of the arts, and believe that music is a universal language that enriches persons and their communities. Mary is a Human Resources Director and pianist, and Dean is an attorney and vocalist. Mary and Dean were...

Dean Quamme Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established in memory of Dean Quamme. Dean L. Quamme, age 83, passed away April 18, 2019, at his home in Grand Junction. Dean was born August 13, 1935, in Lebanon, Oregon to Stanley and Josephine Quamme. He attended high school in Salem, Oregon....

Dennison Family Memorial Scholarship Fund

This scholarship has been established by Jason Dennison, who wishes to provide financial assistance to one deserving Colorado Mesa University Student.

Dick and Gaylene Thompson Endowment

Dick and Gaylene are both graduates of Montana State University who value higher education. This scholarship is established to provide opportunities for those who will be the first in their families to graduate college. They intend to support students through their...

Dieter Sander Engineering Endowed Scholarship

The Dieter Sander Engineering Endowed Scholarship was established by the Sander Family wishes to provide financial assistance to three Colorado Mesa University Students.

Don MacKendrick History Scholarship

The Don MacKendrick History Scholarship was established by Don MacKendrick, who wishes to provide financial assistance to a Colorado Mesa University Student.

Don Meyers Art Scholarship

Richard Krieger and Ann Sanders Shopbell established this scholarship to remember their friend Don Meyers. In addition to be a friend, Ann and Don were colleagues at CMU for many years. This scholarship expands on one originally established by CMU’s Department of Art...

Donna H Crouch Scholarship

The Donna Crouch Memorial Scholarship was established by John Crouch in memory of Donna Crouch. Donna was born on December 28, 1939 in Damar, KS. Donna received her Nursing Degree from the Dominican School of Nursing in Great Bend, KS in 1960, followed by a...

Douglas E. Aden and Lorraine L. Jensen Endowed Scholarship

Lorraine L. Jensen taught fifth grade in Billings, Montana for 17 years and served as the president of the Billings Education Association for three years. For many years she worked at her church as well as at a child advocacy center in Grand Junction, Colorado, which...

Doyle E. Burns Scholarship

The Doyle E. Burns Scholarship was established by Colorado Mesa University Montrose Campus who wish to provide financial assistance to a Colorado Mesa University Student.

Dr. Dorr Burns Computer Science Scholarship

Dr. Henry H. Zeigel and Margaret Zeigel Scholarships

The Dr. Henry H. Zeigel and Margaret Zeigel Scholarships were established through a generous contribution from Mrs. Margaret Zeigel.

Dr. John Redifer ASG Scholarship

The Scholarship is being established by the Associated Student Government, in recognition of Dr. John Redifer. They wish to provide support to a currently enrolled student who has the potential to further his/her education with their financial assistance.

Dr. Kit Neacy Scholarship Fund

Dr. Kit Neacy, a periodontist in Los Angeles who died in 2020, was a big believer in education, particularly for students with the drive to succeed. A proud graduate of the University of Southern California, her connection to western Colorado was through her cousin,...

Dr. Russ Walker Memorial Environmental Science Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is being established by members of Dr. Russ Walker’s family as a memorial to honor his passion and commitment for teaching; his love of the outdoors and the environment; and his 26 years at Colorado Mesa University. Dr. Russ Walker made his mark in...

Dr. Ruth Maurer Scholarships

The funding of this scholarship is from Ruth and Charles Maurer. Dr. Maurer is a professor emeritus of the Colorado School of Mines. She was also a professor at West Point Military Academy and has taught adjunct courses in developmental math at CMU. Dr. Maurer’s...

Dwight & Carolyn Tope Endowed Scholarship Fund

The Dwight & Carolyn Tope Endowed Scholarship’s initial funding of this endowment is from Rock Tope through a Vanguard Charitable Fund· established by Dwight and Carolyn Tope. Rock is the son of Dwight who grew up in Grand Junction, Colorado. Dwight’s father was...