William B. & Virginia S. Rolofson Scholarship

The William B. and Virginia S. Rolofson Scholarship was established in 2005. William (Bill) and Virginia both attended Belmont Elementary and Lincoln High School. Bill graduated from the Nebraska School of Agriculture at the University of Nebraska. He was a farmer and rural mail carrier for 30 years and later became the head custodian at Dawes Junior High School. Virginia earned a music teaching certificate from the University of Nebraska and was the Activities Director for the Belmont Community Center for 20 years. Bill and Virginia realized that education was the key to one’s future and quietly imparted “you can do it” encouragement to help youth achieve their dreams.

To be eligible, students must be members or affiliated with St. Luke United Methodist Church (formerly known as Lincoln Heights Methodist Church) in Lincoln, Nebraska; Raymond Community Church in Raymond, Nebraska (formerly Raymond United Methodist Church); or graduates of Lincoln North Star High School. Preference will be given to those students who are members of the aforementioned churches. Students must be pursuing full-time studies and planning to attend a qualified, accredited two-year or four-year university or college. Financial need may be considered.

Additional Application Requirement: One (1) reference’s e-mail address from the pastor, staff, or leader of affiliated church, if applicable. References will be notified to fill out an online form. (References from family members are not acceptable).