Dane G. Hansen Scholarship
by Cody Pearce
May 11, 2010
The Dane G. Hansen Educational Scholarships are financial sums for college-bound students consisting of anywhere from $2000-$5000, and most are renewable yearly. It is for 26 different counties, the full list of which can be seen at http://www.hansenfoundationscholarships.com. To apply you must have the following:
• at least 3.50 GPA
• ACT (American College Test) score of 21 or better
• take a qualifying test in Colby, KS
• intend to go to a KS 4-year college
• be an active participant in extracurricular school and community activities
• display good citizenship, leadership, and moral integrity
Dane G. Hansen died in 1965 when he was 82. He left the majority of his fortune amassed in numerous industries, including ranching, earth-moving, and oil development. When his trustees authorized a "Hansen Scholarship Program", it was generally because of his concern for people, especially young people. Among his foundation's other charitable interests is the Dane G. Hansen Boy Scout Camp (Kirwin, KS).
The Dane G. Hansen Scholarship was this year awarded to Taylor Pearce. He received the award after completing several steps, including the grueling test, interviewing process, and submitting a resume. In his own words, the test was "perhaps the most difficult and longest test he has ever taken". Says Pearce, "It was worth the effort to complete the process, no matter the difficulty."
