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Lois Dale Bright Scholarship Recipients 2022

The Bright Foundation is excited to announce the 2022 Lois Dale Bright Scholarship Recipients.

Scholar Spotlight: Jada Thompson

“I have become very involved with the debate team, which is not something I would have been able to do if I also had to work full time. I compete in debate tournaments at schools all over the country, and last semester I qualified for nationals!”

Scholar Spotlight: Johanna Castillo

“Thanks to the Bright scholarship, I have been able to focus on my career goals. I have time to participate in student organizations, volunteer and do research. Knowing that I don’t have to work long hours has given me the freedom to try new things and focus on my studies.”

Scholar Spotlight: Anthony Arellano

“Aside from academics, the scholarship has also allowed me to experience the social side of college. I’ve been able to become friends with many people I never would have met outside of college. Without the stress of debt, I can focus on my own personal development and look forward to what the future has in store.”

Scholar Spotlight: Edwin Rojas

“Being a Bright Scholar means that I am surrounded by a group of people who all have a similar mindset and goals. We are not only here to succeed for ourselves, but we also hope to one day be able to give back to our communities and to others in need. Each Bright Scholar has the drive to want to do better in this world and impact others.”

Bright Foundation Launches Persistence Scholarship

The Bright Foundation is excited to announce the launch of a new scholarship, the Bright Scholars of Iowa Persistence award.

Scholar Spotlight: Emily Donner

“I cannot express how much weight has been lifted off my shoulders by this scholarship. Not only am I graduating with two degrees a year earlier than planned, but I will also have the freedom to travel within the United States or internationally to pursue different teaching positions.”