Bannockburn, IL (June 23, 2026) |
The GLCU Foundation for Financial Empowerment, in partnership with Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU), is pleased to announce the eight exceptional recipients of its annual Member Scholarship program.
Each student will receive a $2,500 scholarship to further their education at an accredited technical school, trade school, or a four-year college or university. The program exemplifies the credit union’s commitment to supporting its members’ educational development and financial wellness. By supporting their academic goals, GLCU and the GLCU Foundation are investing in the promising futures of its members and communities.
“We’re honored to recognize these outstanding students as they take the next step in their educational journeys,” said Matthew Rizzie, Executive Director of the GLCU Foundation. “Their perseverance, academic achievement, and dedication to serving others reflect the values we’re proud to support. We’re excited to see all they will accomplish in the years ahead.”
The requirements to apply for the scholarship included being a GLCU member, planning to attend or currently attending an accredited post-secondary institution or technical vocational or trade school, and having a minimum 2.50 cumulative GPA on a 4.00 scale. Consideration was also given to the applicants’ involvement in their schools and communities.
Meet the 2026 GLCU Scholarship Recipients
These deserving students were selected based on their outstanding academic achievements, community involvement, and dedication to their future studies:
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Gisela S – MA in Educational Leadership from the American College of Education
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Cole H – Nursing at Texas Christian University
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Charlie S – Sport Management at the University of Michigan
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Ciara W – Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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Jaiden M – Psychology at Hampton University
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Owen M – Music Production at the University of Southern California
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Terryn W – Psychology and Neuroscience at Lake Forest College
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Yesenia F – Master of Business Administration from Southern Illinois University
The recipients were honored at a reception at GLCU’s Bryn Mawr office on June 22. Attendees enjoyed refreshments and speeches from Steve Bugg, GLCU’s President and CEO, Matthew Rizzie, Executive Director of the GLCU Foundation, and Cathy Corbi, Board Secretary and Treasurer of the GLCU Foundation.
