The Marygrove Advantage
Marygrove offers several merit-based awards to help supplement the cost
of tuition for deserving students. These awards help attract and sustain
those who have excelled academically at the high school or college level.
These individuals have the opportunity to benefit from all of the unique
educational opportunities that Marygrove offers. For many students,
an award can make the difference of receiving any higher education,
let alone one that has the quality that our liberal arts emphasis provides.
Award recipients bring high academic standards to the College as well
as great enthusiasm and diversity. From the heart of Detroit, across
the country and even overseas, these students bring a unique history
and knowledge that enriches the College for all our students. Your support
of the Marygrove Advantage Campaign will help fund more awards for more
students, helping the best and brightest receive the Marygrove Advantage.
Amy Pavlov, class of 2008, major: undecided
Being the daughter of a Marygrove graduate, Amy always knew about Marygrove,
but until she visited the campus, she didn’t know Marygrove. Struck
by the campus’s beauty and impressed by the friendly atmosphere,
she knew Marygrove was for her. Even so, Amy is the youngest of five
children, and scholarship offers played a crucial role in choosing a
college. Because of Amy’s high academic performance in high school,
she was offered a full tuition Distinguished Scholar Award from Marygrove.
Since enrolling at Marygrove, Amy has continued to excel academically and received a writing award during this year’s Contemporary Authors Series. She values the personal interaction between students and faculty at Marygrove College. Amy says, “Your professors become a part of your life.” Her participation in two study abroad programs helped her to get to know her classmates and professors further, producing even more opportunities for learning.
Ernest Mavunga, class of 2007, major: chemistry
Ernest was born and raised in Zimbabwe and came to the USA in 2002.
After spending a year at a community college, Ernest was ready to transfer
to a four-year college. He applied to schools all over the country,
but because of his status as an international student, was only offered
half-tuition scholarships. Ernest could not afford the remaining costs.
His search continued. When he met a Marygrove admissions counselor at
a recruitment event, his search ended. As a member of Phi Theta Kappa
honor society, Ernest was eligible for a full tuition award from Marygrove.
Ernest reflects, “Now that I look back, I see the Marygrove community
is just right for me. If I had gone to any other school, the experience
would not have been as fulfilling. The faculty
here, prepare the students for the world out there.” Ernest is
looking forward to a career as a physician and more immediately, a summer
research internship at John Hopkins University.
He credits the constant support of faculty members for this tremendous
opportunity.
Give by phone or email
You can make your gift by phone or email, or have your questions answered
by contacting the Office of Funds Development at (313) 927-1445 or email
giving@marygrove.edu.
Online giving
Visit our secure donation page at http://www.marygrove.edu/development/scholarships.asp
to make your contribution to the Marygrove Advantage Campaign.
Matching gifts
Marygrove receives thousands of dollars each year in matching gifts.
If you or your spouse's employer matches gifts, please enclose their matching
gift form with your contribution.