Our Donors

Matt and Mollie Perkins

In honoring our pledge to pay it forward to the students of NDSU College of Pharmacy, we wish to provide a meaningful impact on the life of this scholarship recipient.

Matthew Burkholder Theatre Scholarship

Matt Burkholder was a gifted theatre artist, a generous collaborator, and an inspiration to anyone who had the opportunity to work with him. Matt earned his BFA in Theatre in 2005, completing a journey that included a decade long detour as an actor in Boston and...

Matthew Haught

This scholarship endowment aims to help students of North Dakota State University’s College of Business by making tuition slightly more affordable, especially for those without significant financial support from family and/or friends. As a grateful recipient of a few...

Maureen Ming

This scholarship was established in memory of Dennis R. Ming. Dennis graduated from NDSU with a BS, ‘79 and MS, ’81 in Agricultural Economics. His first job after completing his master’s degree was as a Research Associate for UGPTI. Dennis credited his education at...

MBN Engineering, Inc.

Established by MBN Engineering, Inc., this scholarship honors 2017 NDSU Mechanical Engineering graduate Anthony J.P. Martinez, who served as a Mechanical Designer with MBN Engineering for eight years and was a proud supporter of NDSU and Bison athletics. Anthony’s...

McCarthy Law, LLC

This scholarship fund is created in memory of Dr. Robert L Puyear, a Professor Emeritus at NDSU. Dr. Puyear discovered his passion for science and the natural world as a boy in his home state of Montana. He received his bachelor’s degree at Montana State University...

Melvern Anderson

Mel Anderson was raised on a farm in the Red River Valley at Shelly, Minnesota. He obtained a bachelor’s degree in 1965 and a Ph.D. in 1969 in Agronomy and Plant Breeding from North Dakota State University. Until 1978, Mel held research and teaching positions in the...

Merle and Shirley Johnson

Merle and Shirley Johnson were both born in Powers Lake, ND and have known each other their entire lives. Merle graduated in 1954 from North Dakota State University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and had a successful career in aerospace and rockets. They...

Merlin Gandrud

The family of Merlin Gandrud endowed this scholarship in his honor to assist students at North Dakota State University further their education in the field of Engineering. Merlin was raised on a farm in Mountrail County and was the first from his family to attend...

Merlin Kirschenman

Merlin D. Kirschenman is Retired – Professor Emeritus – Engineering and Architecture at North Dakota State University. He remembers while working for a company in California, they picked two individuals to attend Berkley or Stanford; ultimately Merlin chose Berkley...

Michael and Heather Olivier

Michael and Heather (Frank) Olivier have established a scholarship to help students in the pursuit of an engineering degree and to encourage participation in campus performing arts organizations. Michael graduated in 2005 with a BSEE and was involved in numerous...

Michael and Myrna Kiser

Mike’s grandmother, mother, aunt, and sister were all nurses. His mother was an Army nurse. The fund is established in their memory.

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 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

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.

Mike and Kara Johnson

This endowment is established to empower aspiring scientists and expand access to education in chemistry, biochemistry and physics by reducing financial barriers. Its purpose is to enable talented, motivated students to pursue chemistry, biochemistry and physics...

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, 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

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

Moore Engineering, Inc.

The Moore Engineering, Inc. Founders Scholarship honoring Clifford “Kip” Moore and Marshall Moore honors two founders whose careers embodied professional excellence and service to the engineering industry, the company they built, their communities, and their...

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. ...

Nathan and Jakelle Hoffmann

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

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...

NDSU Public Health Advisory Board

This scholarship represents the Alumni Board’s commitment to empowering future public health professionals whose work will strengthen, protect, and uplift communities.

North Dakota Corn Utilization Council

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

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

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

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