Our Donors

Michael R. Hunke Family Scholarship

Michael R. Hunke Family Scholarship

Michael and LeAnn are excited and proud to support the academic endeavors of students in the College of Business at NDSU. Michael graduated from NDSU in 1994 with a double major in Accounting and Business. The rich educational experience he gained while attending...

Michael Uetz

Michael Uetz

Michael Uetz grew up in Beach, North Dakota, spending his summers and holidays on his family’s ranch raising cattle and quarter horses. This upbringing was the basis for building Michael’s passion for agriculture and for his desire to support those who wish to make a...

Midwest Dairy Association

Midwest Dairy Association

The Midwest Dairy Association proudly represents over 4,400 dairy farms to 41 million consumers across our region. We work on their behalf to build dairy demand by inspiring consumer confidence in our products and production practices.

Millie Tareski

Millie Tareski

Val Tareski was a professor of the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering with emphasis on Computer Engineering at North Dakota State University. Val was passionate about helping students who wanted to attend NDSU and pursue their education and was...

M. L. Buchanan

M. L. Buchanan

M.L. Buchanan, a graduate of Oklahoma A&M College and the University of West Virginia, came to NDSU in 1945 and was designated to lead what eventually became the Department of Animal Science in 1946. He held that position for a period of 30 years. During his time in...

Mona and Edward Zander

Mona and Edward Zander

We are pleased to offer this scholarship in honor of a distinguished graduate and friend, Kristi Hanson.

Nancy Jo Johnson Endowed Scholarship

Nancy Jo Johnson Endowed Scholarship

Recognizing the importance of higher education, this fund is created to assist students with their personal, educational and career goals. Although my career path took me into politics, I still credit the background and knowledge I acquired at NDSU as beneficial. ...

ND Soybean Council Graduate Scholarship

ND Soybean Council Graduate Scholarship

The purpose of this scholarship is to expediate ongoing soybean studies, provide trained professionals who can ensure the continuing vitality of the ND soybean industry, and encourage students to pursue studies on soybeans and their production.

ND Soybean Council Undergraduate Scholarship

ND Soybean Council Undergraduate Scholarship

The purpose of this fund is to provide financial assistance to undergraduate students pursuing a degree in the College of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources at North Dakota State University. The scholarship will support students who are interested in...

North Dakota Freshman Opportunity Scholarship

North Dakota Freshman Opportunity Scholarship

The donor(s) intent is to provide scholarships for freshman students who are admitted to NDSU, who possess modest academic credentials. Rather, the recipient should have demonstrated financial need, some ‘grit’ to them, and have overcome personal hardship in their...

North Dakota Society of Professional Engineers Educational Foundation

North Dakota Society of Professional Engineers Educational Foundation

The NDSPE Educational Foundation is a 501c3 non-profit organization started in 1984 exclusively for the educational benefit of North Dakota resident engineering students attending North Dakota State University, University of North Dakota, and University of Mary....

Nystuen Family Endowment Scholarship

Nystuen Family Endowment Scholarship

This scholarship endowment is in recognition of the heritage of the Nystuen family in North Dakota and at NDSU. Albert Nystuen emigrated from Norway in 1903. He filed a homestead claim on a piece of land in the unplowed prairie of Divide County, North Dakota in...

Olander Engineering Scholarship for Returning Students

Olander Engineering Scholarship for Returning Students

John and Shari Olander’s purpose is to use this award to attract and retain some of the best and brightest students possible.

Olander Freshman Engineering Scholarship

Olander Freshman Engineering Scholarship

John and Shari Olander’s purpose is to use this award to attract and retain some of the best and brightest students possible.

Olander Health Professions Scholarship

Olander Health Professions Scholarship

John and Shari Olander’s purpose is to use this award to attract and retain some of the best and brightest students possible.

Otter Tail Corporation Foundation

Otter Tail Corporation Foundation

Otter Tail Corporation delivers value by building strong electric utility and manufacturing platforms. We deliver above-average returns through commercial and operational excellence and growing our businesses. We commit to quality and value in everything we do. And...

Otter Tail Corporation Foundation Electrical Engineering Scholarship

Otter Tail Corporation Foundation Electrical Engineering Scholarship

Otter Tail Corporation delivers value by building strong electric utility and manufacturing platforms. We deliver above-average returns through commercial and operational excellence and growing our businesses. We commit to quality and value in everything we do. And...

Packet Digital

Packet Digital

Chris Grahn was a cherished member of the Packet Digital family who unexpectedly passed away in 2022. Chris attended NDSU and graduated with a BS in Electrical Engineering in 2012. As a software engineer at Packet Digital, Chris exemplified everything an engineer...

Packet Digital Endowment

Packet Digital Endowment

Packet Digital, a Fargo based engineering and manufacturing company, is a global leader in battery and power innovation. As battery technology continues to advance, so does the need for nurturing the bright minds of the future. Our continued innovation and success...

Palmer and Sheryl Holden Animal Science Scholarship

Palmer and Sheryl Holden Animal Science Scholarship

Dr. Palmer Holden graduated from North Dakota State University in 1965 a with a B.S. degree in Animal Science. He then went to Iowa State University for master’s (1967) and Ph.D. (1970) degrees in Animal Nutrition. After serving in Vietnam with the U.S. Army, he...

Pamela Puppe Nursing Scholarship

Pamela Puppe Nursing Scholarship

Dear Nursing Student, I’m giving this gift in hopes that someday you will pay it forward and help another young person fulfill their dream in becoming a nurse which is such an Honorable Profession. My reason is simple…I wanted to be a nurse. I too had near perfect...

Pamela Solseng Scholarship

Pamela Solseng Scholarship

The Pamela Solseng Scholarship is given to a mother working toward her BSN who is coming back to school for further education and resides or plans to practice within North Dakota. The scholarship is funded by the Pamela Solseng Ovarian Cancer Fund. Pam was diagnosed...

Patricia Waletzko

Patricia Waletzko

Stephanie was born in St. Cloud, MN on June 15, 1994. She attended St. Joseph’s Elementary School in Waite Park, graduated from Cathedral High School in 2012 and then attended St. Cloud State University where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with degrees in Biomedical...

Paul and Sharon Madson

Paul and Sharon Madson

Sharon and Paul Madson have created Engineering Scholarships in recognition of the value an engineering education can have on developing skills that lead to a productive and full life.

Paul Berg

Paul Berg

Dr. Paul Berg (PB) represents an extraordinary and lasting contribution to the livestock and meat industry through his teaching, extension, research, and service. He has influenced multiple generations of agriculturalists as a 50+-year faculty member in the Animal...

Paul & Signe Nystuen

Paul & Signe Nystuen

This scholarship endowment is in recognition of the quality engineering education Paul received from NDSU and the wonderful career and life it provided. Paul received his BS in Mechanical Engineering in 1972 from NDSU and continued his education there receiving his...

Paul Sumedinger

Paul Sumedinger

Mathaus Sumedinger, Sr. was born in Vienna, Austria and immigrated to the United States. My father, Mathaus Sumedinger, Jr. was born in New Orleans, LA and, with an eighth-grade education, developed a substantial business. I was basically raised in a rural setting,...

Peggy Gaynor Scholarship

Peggy Gaynor Scholarship

The Peggy Gaynor Scholarship was established at the time of Peggy Gaynor’s retirement from her position at NDSU. She had worked in the University’s Counseling Center for 30 years and appreciated the opportunity to work with students. Her intention is that the...

Peltier Business Leadership Scholarship

Peltier Business Leadership Scholarship

Jay Peltier is proud to support North Dakota State University through scholarships focusing on leadership, community and education. Jay graduated from NDSU in 2006 with degrees in Business Administration and Mass Communication. He credits much of his success to the...

Pharmacy Class of 1955 - Jim Schaack Memorial Scholarship

Pharmacy Class of 1955 - Jim Schaack Memorial Scholarship

Here is why Jim Schaack represents the Class of 1955 so well. Academics: He was selected to Rho Chi and Phi Kappa Phi. Campus Activity: He was selected to Blue Key and Who’s Who in Colleages and Universities. Greeks: He as an active member of Sigma Chi, held a...