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Scholar Spotlight: Sidney Ayers

Bright Scholar, Sidney Ayers, is a Human Physiology major on the Pre-PA track at the University of Iowa. Sidney is expected to graduate in the Spring of 2022. Read more about Sidney to find out her favorite things about Iowa's campus!

Scholar Spotlight: Rosemary Galdamez

Bright Scholar, Rosemary Galdamez, is an Environmental Science major with a minor in Women’s and Gender Studies. She attends Iowa State University and is expected to graduate in Spring of 2022. Read more about Rosemary to find out her biggest accomplishment in college!

University of Northern Iowa Hosts Reception for 2021 Bright Scholars of Iowa

On September 21, 2021, the University of Northern Iowa hosted a reception in recognition of the 2021 Bright Scholars of Iowa Recipients at UNI. Scholars and their supporters gathered at The Commons Ballroom on UNI's campus to be honored and commended.

Scholar Spotlight: Kian Weimer

Bright Scholar, Kian Weimer, is a Computer Science and Engineering major. He attends the University of Iowa and is expected to graduate in Spring of 2022. Read more to find out Kian’s plans after college as well as where he sees himself in the future!

Scholar Spotlight: Mackenzie Wisneski

Bright Scholar, Mackenzie Wisneski, is a TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) and Spanish Teaching major. She attends the University of Northern Iowa and is expected to graduate in May of 2023. Read more to find out Mackenzie’s biggest challenge since starting college, which helps teach a valuable lesson to all college students.

2021 Lois Dale Bright Scholarship

The Bright Foundation is excited to announce the 2021 Lois Dale Bright Scholarship Recipients.

2021 Bright Scholars of Iowa at ISU

The Bright Foundation is excited to announce the 2021 Bright Scholars of Iowa recipients attending Iowa State University.

2021 Bright Scholars of Iowa at U of Iowa

The Bright Foundation is excited to announce the 2021 Bright Scholars of Iowa recipients attending the University of Iowa.

2021 Bright Scholars of Iowa at UNI

The Bright Foundation is excited to announce the 2021 Bright Scholars of Iowa recipients attending the University of Northern Iowa.

Alumni Spotlight: Dianna Huisman

Dianna studied Biology and Biochemistry, graduating with a BA from the University of Northern Iowa. She is now currently attending the University of Nebraska Medical Center as a graduate student.

Alumni Spotlight: Derek Steffen

This week’s alumni spotlight goes to Derek Steffen! Derek graduated from the University of Iowa with a BA in Journalism and Mass Communications. Read his full interview to learn more about Derek's life, post-college.

Alumni Spotlight: Raegen Smith

This week’s alumni spotlight goes to Raegen Smith! Raegen earned a Bachelor of Science in Management with a minor in dance. Read her full interview below to follow the path Raegen took after graduating from Iowa State University!

“Being a Bright Scholar means being part of a family that is selfless and giving, and which strives to provide a better future for today’s youth who, in turn, will contribute to society.”

“During college, the Bright Scholarship allowed me to focus on school instead of working multiple jobs to stay afloat. In my three years since college, the same has been true – instead of being forced to worry about accepting any job just to pay my student loans, I’ve been able to chase (and land) my dream job!”

“The most valuable part of being a Bright Scholar was experiencing college from a different perspective. I am so grateful for every opportunity and position I was able to hold because I had nothing to worry about and could truly enjoy every moment. Having the freedom to get involved allowed me to further my professional development and give back to the college and community, things I would not have been able to do if I didn’t have the scholarship.”

“I’m a student at DMACC and this award is extremely helpful and appreciated. All this past semester, I’ve been working and going to school while barely making it by. This award will give me the chance to focus on school more. I am so honored to receive it and I am so thankful there are people like you to help college students, like myself, out. I plan on finishing up school and becoming an elementary teacher. The scholarship will help me get one step closer to that goal!”

“This is a great community of scholarship recipients to be part of. The scholarship has improved my life in so many ways – not only by allowing me to graduate debt-free in just eight semesters, but also by providing a support system and a network of other Bright Scholars.”

“With each passing semester I become even more thankful for this scholarship. My college experience has been phenomenal and this scholarship deserves all the credit. You have allowed to me the opportunity to thoroughly enjoy receiving my education at the University of Iowa. I am thankful to be a Bright Scholar of Iowa. Thank you so much for the college experience you have let me have through this scholarship.”