SUSANVILLE—The Lassen College Foundation (LCF) today announced Bryor Mitton as the recipient of the 2019 Elliot Dow Memorial Scholarship.
The scholarship is available to graduating high school seniors that plan to attend Lassen Community College, current LCC students planning to transfer to a four-year university or LCC alumni currently at a four-year university. Preference is given to current or previous LCC students planning to pursue a four-year degree in Agriculture.
“This endowment creates a permanent legacy in support of Lassen Community College and in memory of Elliot Dow,” said Dr. Marlon Hall, President and Superintendent of Lassen Community College. “The scholarship’s selection committee is focused on choosing applicants that embody the qualities of Elliot. Bryor is an overwhelmingly clear choice for this scholarship and we are excited to welcome him to campus this month.”
Minton graduated from Upper Lake High School. He plans to pursue a career in Welding Technology and Ranch Agriculture Management and has already completed a year of welding classes at Mendocino College. While at Lassen, he will also compete for the Rodeo team. He plans to transfer to the Chico State and earn a degree in Agricultural Business.
The Elliot Dow Memorial Fund was established in 2016 in memory of Dow, an LCC alumnus, as a perpetual fund. It was established by a donation from family and friends of Dow and builds on donations provided by Dow’s friends and family. Anyone wishing to promote student education in agriculture science and technology at Lassen College can donate to the fund.
Dow is remembered as someone who encouraged classmates to complete their studies and obtain a degree. His personal support was instrumental in motivating others when they became discouraged and questioned their ability to continue.
For more information about donating to the Lassen College Foundation and Elliot Dow Memorial Fund, contact the Foundation’s Office at 530-251-8882 or lcfoundation@lassencollege.edu.
About Lassen College Foundation
Incorporated in 1977, the Lassen College Foundation is a public charity under IRC Section 501(c)(3). The foundation provides financial support to the College for scholarships and innovative programs. The objectives of the foundation are to continue providing scholarships to attend Lassen Community College, develop an alumni association, build an endowment fund and increase College involvement within the community and community involvement in the College.
