Note: This press release is available in a formatted PDF for download at this link
The Wharton County Junior College Foundation is proud to announce the establishment of the Bonnie Hopkins Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship, generously donated by the West Fort Bend Women’s Charity, will benefit veteran students, their relatives, or Fort Bend County residents pursuing degrees from Wharton County Junior College.
Janice Gillen and Susan Cannata, presented this gift on behalf of the West Fort Bend Women’s Charity to the WCJC Foundation. This scholarship will be awarded to students who are veterans, relatives of veterans or Fort Bend County residents, beginning with the upcoming 2023-24 academic year. To apply for the scholarship, applicants may visit the Foundation’s scholarship website (wcjcfoundation.awardspring.com) or contact the Financial Aid office at Wharton County Junior College.
The WCJC Foundation President Suzanne Armour praised the scholarship. “We are thrilled to be able to offer this scholarship and continue our support of students, veterans, and residents of Fort Bend,” Armour said. “We know the need is great with our students, so we are humbled by the generosity of the West Fort Bend Women’s Charity and we look forward to awarding this scholarship to worthy students for many years to come.”
Bonnie Hopkins was raised in a military family. She attended schools around the globe, depending upon where the military stationed her father. As a result, Bonnie developed an appreciation for different cultures around the world. Bonnie continued in her father’s footsteps by joining the United States Army as a 2nd Lieutenant. After serving her country, she taught English at the University of North Carolina and then at Saint Phillips College in San Antonio. Bonnie fought a courageous battle against myeloma before she passed in June 2006. She truly believed in education, which is why her family has worked with the West Fort Bend Women’s Charity to establish this scholarship in her memory.
The scholarship was praised by the Foundation’s Director, Jonathan Jeter. “We are pleased and honored to support veterans and their families as they pursue an academic degree.” Jeter said. “Thank you to the family for their generosity and the staff at the West Fort Bend Women’s Charity for helping us support achievement through scholarships.”
The Wharton County Junior College Foundation, a 501(C)(3) non-profit whose mission is to provide educational awareness and financial support to Wharton County Junior College, has been expanding their outreach and impact over the past few years. This includes the hiring of their first Foundation Director, the introduction of several community events, and an increase in scholarships awarded and community engagement.
The WCJC Foundation Office is located on the Wharton campus inside the J. M. Hodges Library. For additional information on the Foundation or to learn how to support their mission visit wcjcfoundation.org or contact Jonathan Jeter at jeterj@wcjc.edu or 979-532-6981.
