SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb., – The Marjorie Jane Streeks Brown Scholarship is available for Banner County High School graduates attending a college or university with the goal of earning a degree in a health care related field. Students must be in their third or fourth year of undergraduate study in order to qualify.

Streeks Brown was born in Banner County in 1918. She remained an active member of the community throughout her life and was a strong supporter of education.

Students interested in applying must develop a letter of application including the following information: full name and address, field of medicine being studied and level of study, name and address of college or university, achievements (school, athletics, clubs, church, awards, community service), employment, number of dependants and reason why the applicant deserves the award. Applicants should also include a copy of their high school and college transcripts. Students must be a graduate of Banner County High School.

The scholarship is awarded through the Regional West Foundation scholarship committee. The deadline for application is May 1, 2007. Applications should be sent to Connie Ruff, Regional West Foundation, Marjorie Jane Streeks Brown Scholarship, 4120 Ave. B, Scottsbluff, NE 69361.

The mission of the Foundation is to serve the regional community in cooperation with Regional West Medical Center by seeking and administering donations in support of quality health care services and education.