Scholarships
Mobridge Regional Healthcare Foundation Medical Career Scholarship - $1000
Who is selected?
The Foundation's goal is to award applicants who will choose to pursue a career in healthcare. Award decisions will be made solely at the discretion of the Foundation's scholarship committee, and are final. Students who are awarded the Mobridge Regional Healthcare Foundation Medical Career Scholarship will be required to sign a scholarship agreement setting forth their commitment to serve rural residents upon successful completion of their medical program.
Eligibility
An applicant must be either a Traditional or Non-Traditional student from the four county area (Campbell, Corson, Dewey and Walworth).
An applicant must be pursuing a healthcare career in a profession involving direct patient care within the hospital setting. Some examples of these professions include: nursing, paramedic, pharmacy, surgical technology, radiology technology, laboratory technology, respiratory therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy.
Applicants should inquire with the Foundation staff before they complete the application if they are unsure if requirements for eligibility are satisfied. All funds will be sent directly to the school attending and will be available second semester.
When to apply?
Scholarship applications are available annually the first week in February and must be completed and returned to the Foundation no later than the last business day in March. Decision will be communicated to the applicant by May 1st.
For more information about the Mobridge Regional Healthcare Foundation Medical Career Scholarship, call or e-mail Darcy Dykhouse.
Phone: 605.845.8128
Email: dldykhouse@primecare.org
Recipient of the 2024 Mobridge Regional Healthcare Foundation Medical Career Scholarship
The recipient of the Mobridge Regional Healthcare Foundation Medical Career Scholarship for 2024 is Leah Overland. Leah is working for MRH in addition to pursuing her nursing degree from the University of Mary with an anticipated graduation in Spring of 2026.
2025 application form: Healthcare Foundation Scholarship
Dr. Ben Henderson Medical Career Advancement Memorial Scholarship - $1000
Who is selected?
The Foundation's goal is to award applicants who will choose to pursue a career with Mobridge Regional Hospital & Clinics or Mobridge Care and Rehabilitation Center, LLC. Award decisions will be made solely at the discretion of the Foundation's scholarship committee, and are final. Students who are awarded the Dr. Ben Henderson Medical Career Advancement Scholarship will be required to sign a scholarship agreement setting forth their commitment to serve rural residents upon successful completion of their medical program.
Eligibility
An applicant must be currently employed at Mobridge Regional Hospital & Clinics or Mobridge Care and Rehabilitation Center, LLC, and must be in good standing. A reference from the applicants supervisor is a requirement for consideration for this scholarship.
An applicant must be pursuing a healthcare career in a profession involving direct patient care within the hospital setting. Some examples of these professions include: nursing, paramedic, pharmacy, surgical technology, radiology technology, laboratory technology, respiratory therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy.
Applicants should inquire with the Foundation staff before they complete the application if they are unsure if requirements for eligibility are satisfied. All funds will be sent directly to the school attending and will be available second semester.
When to apply?
Scholarship applications are available annually the first week in February and must be completed and returned to the Foundation no later than the last business day in March. Decision will be communicated to the applicant by May 1st.
For more information about the Dr. Ben Henderson Medical Career Advancement Scholarship, call Darcy Dykhouse at 605-845-8128 or e-mail dldykhouse@primecare.org.
Mobridge Healthcare Foundation provides this annual scholarship opportunity to those pursuing their dream of service to others.
2024 Recipient of the Dr. Ben Henderson Medical Career Advancement Memorial Scholarship
The recipient of the Dr. Ben Henderson Medical Career Advancement Memorial Scholarship is Shawna Maier. She is pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Clarkson College with an expected graduation date of Summer 2025.
2025 application form: Dr. Ben Henderson Scholarship Application
Dr. Keith Nolop Medical Career Scholarship - $5000
Who is Selected?
The Foundation’s goal is to award applicants who will choose to pursue a career in the medical field. Award decisions will be made solely at the discretion of the Foundation’s scholarship committee, and are final.
Eligibility
An applicant must be pursuing a healthcare career in a profession involving direct patient care or as a medical researcher and be a graduate of a local high school. Examples of these professions include doctor, nurse, and pharmacist.
Applicants should inquire with the Foundation staff before they complete the application if they are unsure if requirements for eligibility are satisfied. All funds will be sent directly to the school attended.
When to Apply?
Scholarship applications are available annually the first week in February and must be completed and returned to the Foundation no later than the last business day in March. Decision will be communicated to the applicant by May 1st.
For more information about the Dr. Keith Nolop Medical Career Scholarship, call or e-mail Darcy Dykhouse at:
Phone: 605-845-8128
E-mail: dldykhouse@primecare.org
Dr. Keith Bradley Nolop had a distinguished career of over 25 years in drug development from conception to approval with a focus on allergy, asthma, and cancer products. His work included the blockbuster drug Nasonex, a groundbreaking melanoma treatment, and highly-engineered cancer therapies. He also was the author of over 50 peer-reviewed articles and the recipient of several patents. Born in Minneapolis, MN in 1953, he moved with his family to Mobridge, SD in 1960, where he enjoyed a typical small town boyhood full of activities and games. However, he was not particularly athletic and from an early age, evinced an extraordinary interest in science and math. Rather than play with new toys, he was more likely to take them apart, just to see how they worked. Always a model student, he earned perfect grades from elementary school through college - a rare feat in the days before grade inflation. In high school he was an Eagle Scout, first chair baritone in All-State Band, a representative to Boy's State (where he captured first place in the comprehensive written examination), and the state's highest scorer in the National Merit Scholar competition. He graduated as top student in the Mobridge High School Class of 1971. He studied biology at the University of South Dakota, where he was Editor of the school newspaper (the Volante) and a member of Delta Tau Delta fraternity. He was elected to Phi Beta Kappa as a junior and graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1975. His next stop was Vanderbilt University School of Medicine where, true to form, he was honored as first in his class. After receiving his Doctor of Medicine, he began a career in medical research and drug development, starting with a stint at the University of Louisville. Dr. Nolop spent over 11 years with Schering-Plough and then 13 years as Chief Medical Officer for three successful biotechnology companies: CoTherix, Plexxikon, and Kite Pharma. In recent years he was an independent consultant. Keith loved skiing, hiking (especially Yosemite), wine tasting, Latin music, international travel, movies, and playing the bass guitar. He also was active in animal rights organizations.
2024 Recipient of the Dr. Keith Nolop Scholarship
The 2024 recipient of the Dr. Keith Nolop Scholarship of $5000 is Logan Vetch. Logan is pursuing a degree in pharmacy from South Dakota State University.
2025 application form: Dr. Keith Nolop Scholarship Application
Mobridge Healthcare Foundation provides this annual scholarship opportunity to those pursuing their dream of service to others.
1401 10 Ave W * PO Box 580
Mobridge SD 57601
605-845-8128