The Kelly Erisman Memorial Scholarship was established in 2019 by her spouse, Kara Kugler-Wright. Kelly was a native Lincolnite who attended Lincoln Southeast High School and went on to play softball at the collegiate level for the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Throughout her life, she owned and operated many bars that were inclusive to all guests and provided a welcoming atmosphere. She was known for her fun sense of humor and a source for advice because she was fair and nonjudgmental. Some of her hobbies included scuba diving, technology, graphic design, music, and a drive for adventure.
To be eligible for the scholarship, students must be attending the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, have maintained a high school or college GPA of 2.5 or above, and have demonstrated support of the LGBTQAA+ community through active participation in school, community, or campus involvement.
To apply, visit the online form at https://lcf.academicworks.com/ and submit all required attachments by 11:59pm on March 15th. Students will need to submit their high school or college transcript(s), financial information that shows the Student Aid Index (SAI), and a personal essay that describes the student's involvement in the LGBTQAA+ community.
More details at: https://lcf.academicworks.com/