Success in the Future
Lydia Cottrell - Student, Radiographic Imaging
"This scholarship is so meaningful to me. Not only does it help me so much financially, but it will make me work even harder to ensure my success in the future. I want nothing more than to be successful in my future. I will work hard and continue to get good grades. Thank you so much."
Two-Time Grad is Regional Leader
Dr. Ann Pohl - Res. Care, 1989 / Nursing, 1995 | Member, Rhodes State College Board of Trustees | VP & Chief Nursing Officer, Lima Memorial Hospital
"The scholarship opportunities I received while I was [at LTC/Rhodes State] told me someone believed in me; that someone wanted me to succeed; that someone was in my corner. I wouldn’t be standing in front of you today if it weren’t for scholarship donors such as yourselves. More importantly –your generosity - has set an example for me of giving back and investing in the students here at Rhodes State College. I choose to give back because I have always felt fortunate and blessed by the funding I received. But also knowing that I can truly help someone else pursue their dream and find success motivates me."
Nursing Team Serves Internationally
Alora Stacey - Nursing, 2020 & Amy McKamey - Nursing, 2008
From the ranks of Rhodes State students come individuals with more than a skill. From here, come people with purpose.
Nursing grads Alora Stacey and Amy McKamey found themselves together on a team traveling on a 16-hour flight from the United States to South Africa in the cold of February 2023.
Both Amy and Alora were renewed in their assurance that their skills in nursing are more than just skills, but open doors to offer hope and help. READ MORE
Outstanding Alum Credits Rhodes for Track to Yale
Nicholas Pratt, MD, RN - Nursing 2014
Nick has represented himself as an alumnus of Rhodes State College on both the national and international level. He is one of the nation's few graduates of nursing school and medical school. He is currently a resident physician at one of the nation's top psychiatric residency training programs at Yale University.
“My time at Rhodes State College has tremendously impacted my personal and professional life,” he said. “I would characterize it as my most impactful academic experience. It provided me with real-world experience, ignited my passion for the healing arts, and kickstarted my career. My journey at Rhodes enriched me with invaluable mentorship and a community that championed my ambitions. Rhodes State College provides our community with transformative impacts. I am proud to have represented Rhodes State on both the national and, now, international scale. I look forward to continuing to do so.” READ MORE
Scholarships a Family Affair
Kayla Nalley - Student, Occupational Therapy Assistant
Matthew Nalley - Student, Business Administration
"I am a mother to five children & working towards my Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant. This money will help me with the pretty expensive school costs & allow me to not have to take out so many loans. Thank you so much!" - Kayla
"Thank you to anyone who participated in the annual golf outing to help support the proceeds for this scholarship. Through your generosity I am able to have some of the hardships of school costs lessened." - Matthew
Scholarships "Mean the World"
Andrew Phillips - Student, Accounting
"I was the recipient of [a] scholarship this year. I am truly thankful for this wonderful blessing that you have given me. When I received the message that I had been chosen, I had a massive sense of relief and joy sweep over me. I have had a lot of negative events in my life, so this was an extremely pleasant surprise, especially emotionally. This scholarship means the world to me, and I cannot even begin to describe or put into words how absolutely thankful I am for this blessing. This will allow me to further my education by earning my bachelor's degree in financial planning to become a certified financial planner, while also earning a minor in real estate along with its license. As you can tell, I have mountains for goals and very high expectations for myself and my future, and this help is a large step towards the finish line for me. I do not believe that I could ever write enough words to truly express how meaningful this scholarship is to me and how endlessly appreciative I am of this."