Each year, the Clara Barton Foundation awards scholarships to applicants interested in pursuing a degree in the medical field. These scholarships have been funded through scholarship endowments that have been established over the years. This year the foundation awarded 12 scholarships, totaling $6,500.
The Verda Lane scholarship was made possible through an endowment established by her family in honor of her years of dedicated nursing service. This scholarship supports students in their academic journey toward becoming Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) graduates, or pursuing a Doctorate in Nursing. This year, the Verda Lane scholarship was awarded to Livvy Brewer of Hoisington, Braden Mooney of Hoisington, and Nicole Taylor of Larned.
- Livvy Brewer: Graduate of Hoisington High School (Class of 2022). Currently a CNA at Clara Barton and enrolled in the Nursing Program at Fort Hays State University. Plans to graduate as a Registered Nurse with her BSN and return to Clara Barton.
- Braden Mooney: Graduate of Hoisington High School (Class of 2021). Currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Science and Nursing Program at Newman University. Plans to gain experience in an Emergency Department or ICU and continue his education to become a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.
- Nicole Taylor: Graduate of Larned High School (Class of 2021). Currently enrolled in the Nursing Program at Fort Hays State University. Plans to graduate in the fall of 2024 with her BSN.
The Jonathan Witt Scholarship supports students planning to pursue a healthcare professional curriculum. This scholarship is the oldest scholarship offered, having been continually awarded since the formation of the Hospital Auxiliary organization in the 1950’s. The auxiliary members voted to rename the scholarship in 2004 and established an endowment with the Foundation in honor of Jonathan Witt, son of Dr. Dan and Sandi Witt. This year the scholarships were awarded to Madison Hanzlick (Wilborn), Jordyn Boxberger, and Shellamae Farmer, all of Hoisington.
- Madison Hanzlick: Graduate of Hoisington High School (Class of 2017). Currently enrolled in the Doctorate of Nursing Program at Fort Hays State University while working as an RN on an as-needed basis. Plans to graduate in the spring of 2025 and establish herself as a Family Nurse Practitioner in a rural primary care clinic.
- Jordyn Boxberger: Graduate of Hoisington High School (Class of 2024). Currently enrolled at Dodge City Community College to play volleyball and achieve her Associate in Science with a major in Health Sciences. Plans to then further her education at Kansas State University, majoring in nursing, to ultimately become a Pediatric Nurse.
- Shellamae Farmer: Graduate of Hoisington High School (Class of 2024). Currently a CNA at Clara Barton and enrolled at Wichita State University to compete in track and field and obtain her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. Plans to attend medical school after WSU to eventually become a Cardiothoracic Surgeon.
The Sadie Stalcup Scholarship was established in recent years to honor Sadie Stalcup, a long-time nurse at Clara Barton Hospital. This year, the scholarships were awarded to Maleigha Schmidt of Hoisington, Taylor Lashley of Great Bend, and Paige Lamatsch of Odin.
- Maleigha Schmidt: Graduate of Hoisington High School (Class of 2019). Currently enrolled at the Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine in Wichita. Plans to graduate in June 2027 – specialty undetermined.
- Taylor Lashley: Graduate of Great Bend High School (Class of 2024). Currently working in the Therapy Department at Clara Barton and enrolled at The University of Kansas. Plans to study speech-language hearing-communication disorders.
- Paige Lamatsch: Graduate of Hoisington High School (Class of 2024). Currently enrolled at Fort Hays State University. Plans to major in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
The Dr. Robert Moore Scholarship was established at the request of the late Dr. Moore’s family to assist employees of Clara Barton Hospital with their continuing education. This year, the scholarships were awarded to Emilee Hall and Diana Quiroz-Sanchez of Great Bend, and Patricia Matteson of Claflin.
- Emilee Hall: Graduate of Great Bend High School (Class of 2024). Currently a CNA at Clara Barton and enrolled at Barton Community College. Plans to complete the Nursing Program at Barton and continue her education to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
- Diana Quiroz-Sanchez: Former graduate of Great Bend High School. Currently a CNA and Ward Clerk at Clara Barton. Plans to continue her education through Hutchinson Community College to become a Licensed Practical Nurse, and eventually a Registered Nurse.
- Patricia Matteson: Currently a CNA at Clara Barton and enrolled at Barton Community College. Plans to become a Registered Nurse by 2026.
If you would be interested in making a contribution to any of these endowments or to the Clara Barton Foundation, please visit www.clarabartonhospital.com, contact the Foundation at 620-292-0814 or mail your tax-deductible contribution to P.O. Box 25 Hoisington, Kansas 67544.
