Vermilion Campus Foundation hosted the 2024 Scholarship Banquet at Grand Ely Lodge on September 19th, at 6 pm featuring the Minnesota North College – Vermilion campus scholarship recipients.
We celebrated achievements of Minnesota North College – Vermilion Campus students, honoring their educational journey. The scholarship banquet continues the over 20-year annual banquet tradition. The Vermilion Foundation Supporter award, was given to Butch and Lucy Diesslin to honor their years of educational service and financial scholarship support.
Over 110 people attended the evening event, enjoying a lovely meal and visiting with students, donors, alumni, foundation board, community members, and the Minnesota North College – Vermilion Campus team. Photos of students and attendees are included in this press release packet for publishing.
Event sponsors included; silver sponsor Ely Bloomenson Community Hospital Foundation, bronze sponsors Edward Jones and Walker, Giroux, & Hahne CPA. Our sincere thanks for the financial support for the students and community. In-kind donations were provided by; Grand Ely Lodge.
Incorporated in 1979, Vermilion Campus Foundation supports the college in providing exceptional, affordable education to Vermilion students. The Foundation works closely with Vermilion staff and faculty to support academic excellence, professional success, and community involvement. The Foundation awards academic scholarships and facilitates programs designed to help students and keep them on course for degree completion.
