Students who want to start their education studies at Hesston College can benefit from the newly established Carole King Jefferson Endowed Education Scholarship.

Carole King Jefferson graduated from Hesston College in 1963. She eventually earned a degree in education and library science and spent 34 years working as an educator at Valley City (N.D.) State University. The scholarship was established by her family following her death in December 2011 to honor her passion for education and to help students pursuing education meet their goals.

Recipient priority will be given to a student intending to major in education.

“The addition of this scholarship will give more students the opportunity to benefit from the immediate hands-on experiences students find when they start here,” said Yvonne Sieber, vice president of Advancement. “We are grateful for this generous gift and faithful alumni who support our students in so many ways.”

Hesston College has almost 100 endowed scholarships awarded on an annual basis that help offset the costs of higher education for students who have particular interests, qualifications or financial need.