Our Purpose
The Marilyn Hunter-Thompson Nursing Scholarship of Excellence is proud to focus on providing financial assistance to high school students who will be pursuing a higher education in the health care field. Our scholarship aims to support and empower aspiring nurses by providing them with the means to achieve their educational goals and make a positive impact in the healthcare industry. We strive to stand out by fostering a community that values dedication, compassion, and excellence in nursing.
The Who & The Why
Marilyn Hunter-Thompson had been dedicated passiontae and loving nurse for 27 years, during her passing in 2020. At the top of Texarkana College of 1994, Mrs Marilyn-Hunter Thompson earned her vocational Nursing licening.
Ready to get to work she packed up, moved to Dallas, and began working in a Long Term facility on the memory ward. Mrs. Marilyn Hunter-Thompson had an exemplary work ethic.
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While mastering being a supportive wife, mother, working full time at the Long Term facility she found new love in Home Health and quickly picked up an additional job. She was the angel of Home Health and was quickly healing dozens of patients in their own homes. Her love in the field of home heath became larger than life itself, especially when her patients expressed gratitude. She didn't consider her clients patients but more as family and she loved them wholeheartedly.
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in 2005, she decided to pursue a higher education, enrolled in El Centro College and completed her degree to become a Registered Nurse in 2006.
She continued to work as a Home Health nurse but also decided to step out on faith and open her own Home Health agency, Faith and Family Healthcare Solutions in 2009.
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Although a small company, it was mighty and she prided herself on the work she did and opened the doors for many who had a dream and passion like her, which allowed her to offer several jobs to others.
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Mrs. Marilyn Hunter-Thompson had "healing hands" and could heal a wound in half the time the doctor diagnosed. She possessed a passion for nursing and was an all-around caregiver in her personal and professional life.
As a nurse, Mrs. Marilyn Hunter-Thompson instantly became an inspiration to those around her. She had a pure heart made of gold, which was infectious. She was far from standard and those around her noticed those positive attributes quickly.
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As Maya Angelgu quoted: "They may forget your name, bat they will never forget how you made them feel." Mrs. Marilyn Hunter-Thompson prided herself in ensuring every single patient felt cared for and nurtured and because of her diligence and with God's helping hands we can honor her memory with a scholarship in. hopes to ignite the same spark in our future nurses.
We believe in the power of aspiring nurses to embrace their potential, define their future, and contribute to transforming the healthcare landscape.
Our Mission
At the Marilyn Hunter-Thompson Nursing Scholarship of Excellence, our mission is to provide financial support and guidance to high school students who are passionate about pursuing a career in nursing. We are committed to nurturing their ambitions and empowering them to become compassionate and skilled healthcare professionals.
Our Vision
Our vision is to create a future where aspiring nurses have access to the resources and opportunities they need to excel in their education and careers. We aim to build a community that fosters innovation, inclusivity, and excellence in the field of nursing.
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Thank you for your interest in
The Marilyn Hunter-Thompson Nursing Scholarship of Excellence.
We are proud and honored to award an array of high school students seeking higher education and pursuing their dreams in healthcare. Now more than ever nurses are needed around the world and travel nursing is providing a vast amount of opportunities to treat people while simultaneously exploring new environments. Our purpose is to provide financial assistance to young adults who are seeking growth, mental and personal advancement, and most importantly the desire to learn from their mistakes and stay motivated.
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The Marilyn Hunter-Thompson Nursing Scholarship of Excellence gives out a number of scholarships in different increment ranges every year. As a 501(3)(c) Non-Profit Organization, our annual scholarship is dependent upon funding from generous donors and sponsors made throughout the year. We work diligently to ensure we can provide as many opportunities for high school students across Texas.
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The Marilyn Hunter-Thompson Nursing Scholarship of Excellence is open for applicants who have been awarded in the past to apply again to be considered for another award.
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re-apply, only official transcripts are needed, no new essay is required)
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ALL AWARD APPLICANTS must be able to attend the award ceremony in Texarkana, TX at their own expense. The ceremony is always held on the last Saturday in July. If you are unable to attend the award ceremony, you will not be able to receive your award.
CEREMONY DRESS CODE:
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No Shorts (basketball, board, skate, etc.)
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No T-Shirts
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No Casual Wear (sweatpants, denim, joggers, etc)
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No side cutouts, mini dresses or skirts
How We'll Send Your Award
We will send the total amount of the money to the university the awarded applicant will be attending where they can then decide how they would like to use the money (i.e. food, books, labs, laptops, campus needs, etc.) and in which semester (Fall Semester, Spring Semester, Summer Semester, etc.). Students can choose to use the total amount in 1 semester or use half of the amount in the first semester and half in the second semester.
What you need to Apply
