Dr. George Schaiberger Sr., Dr. Howard VanOosten and Dr. Lloyd Wiegerink Memorial Scholarship
The Medical staff at MyMichigan Medical Center West Branch established this memorial scholarship as a tribute to Dr. George Schaiberger, Sr.; Dr. Howard VanOosten; and Dr. Lloyd Wiegerink. All three physicians were pioneers of the early years of the Medical Center, and this scholarship was created in memory of the many selfless hours of exceptional medical care provided by these physicians who were and are venerated as pillars of the West Branch community. The fund will assist students attending or registered to attend higher institutions of education and employees of MyMichigan Medical Center West Branch pursuing their education in a medical career.
A tuition award up to $800 will be granted to anyone interested in furthering their education in health care with preference given to high school seniors and students, or MyMichigan Medical Center West Branch employees entering a field of study related to health care. Scholarships will be paid directly to the recipient’s educational institution upon notification of acceptance into an accredited educational institution.
Who Should Apply?
Eligible applicants must:
- Have a primary residence in Alger, Au Gres, Gladwin, Hale, Houghton Lake, Mio, Prescott, Roscommon, Rose City, St. Helen, Tawas, West Branch, Whittemore
- Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Be accepted to an accredited educational institution in a health care field of study. Proof of enrollment required.
Application Process
Electronic applications for the upcoming school year will be accepted beginning January 1st of each year with the deadline of May 1st. Applications and support documentation will only be accepted electronically. To apply, complete the following steps:
- Complete the online Dr. George Schaiberger, Sr., Dr. Howard VanOosten and Dr. Lloyd Wiegerink Memorial Scholarship Application. No longer accepting applications, please check back on January 1, 2025.
- You will receive email confirmation that application has been received.
- Submit required documentation to scholarship-georgehowardlloyd@mymichigan.org
- Subject Line - First & Last Name - Schaiberger, VanOosten and Wiegerink Scholarship Application
- Please submit the following as attachments to the email:
- One (1) recommendation letter from a teacher or professor
- A current transcript (official or unofficial)
- One (1) letter of recommendation from individuals other than your teacher/professor who will address your strengths, skills and any other information that should be taken into consideration
- Include enrollment/acceptance letter into an accredited educational institution
All items of the application are due in full by May 1st.
