Northern Michigan University nursing student Courtney Rajala of Cooperville, Mich., has been selected as one of four recipients of Lake Trust Foundation's 2025 New Beginnings Scholarship.
According to a press release, the New Beginnings Scholarship is awarded to those who want to pursue skilled trades and technical fields, encouraging Michigan students to advance in their careers and enter high-demand careers that support local communities. Each recipient is awarded $7,500 dollars to support educational expenses including tuition and textbooks.
The Lake Trust Foundation is an independent charitable organization of Lake Trust Credit Union based in Brighton, Mich.