DUBOIS – Carson Dombroski was named the recipient of the Sandra Dunlap Scholarship presented by Christ Lutheran Church, DuBois.
He is a son of Dr. Ed and Nikki Dombroski of Treasure Lake, and is a graduate of DuBois Area High School.
Dombroski is entering his sophomore year at Thiel College, Greenville, majoring in the Health Systems Pre-Physician Assistant program.
He is in the accelerated 3-2 program and will receive his degree in year four, but will have completed one of two years of graduate school at that point.
“This is a great thing that Mr. (James) Dunlap has done, I really appreciate it,” said Dombroski. “This is a really good way to help further my education and my financial situation.”
Dombroski is also appreciative of his church.
“Christ Lutheran is another family to me,” he said. “I could talk to anyone at the church and they would have my back like I would have theirs.”
His experiences at Christ Lutheran only enhanced his appreciation.
“I have great memories from attending Sunday School, volunteering at the DuBois Food Pantry, volunteering and attending the church picnic and vacation Bible school and participating in the youth weekends and retreats,” said Dombroski.
“It was a wonderful experience. I am glad I was raised in this church. When I can, it is always nice to return home to go to church. I might be gone, but my church family is still here.”
Reflecting on his present situation and the future, Dombroski said, “I am excited to be on my own. I want to help make the world a better place. I have always wanted to help people and see them get better. It is rewarding to see the final results.”
The Sandra Dunlap Scholarship was established by the family of Sandy Dunlap (1937-2019). The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial assistance to one student each year of any age, pursuing post-high school education or training.
The scholarship is awarded for one academic year. Consideration for this scholarship is given to all who apply and awarded by a committee, which includes a pastor, members of church council and members of the congregation.
Preference is given to eligible recipients who are confirmed members who regularly attend worship and participate in some way in the wider ministry of Christ Lutheran Church.
If no students meet the first preference in a given year, funds may be awarded to any eligible students who are active in Christ Lutheran Church family, then less active students in the church family and subsequently to even non-members of Christ Church.
Applicants must be enrolled in an institution of higher education, beyond high school level; college, university or technical/vocational school.
Donations to the Sandra Dunlap Scholarship are ongoing. They may be sent to Christ Lutheran Church, c/o Sandra Dunlap Scholarship Fund, 875 Sunflower Dr., DuBois, PA 15801.