E.D. "Bud" and Jean Retter Scholarship

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Everett Donald “Bud” Retter (1913-1992) and Jean Ellis Retter (1915-2004) were natives of Winton, Minnesota. Bud worked most of his professional life for Ashland Oil Company and in 1951 the Company transferred the Retter family to Findlay, Ohio. They stayed because they liked living in Findlay and quickly became involved in the community and First Presbyterian Church. Bud was active in the Elks Lodge and Kiwanis and his favorite sport and hobby was golf. Jean belonged to the Orphan Annie Investment Club, loved to play bridge, and was artistic with interior designs. The Retter’s valued education and believed that their three children were well prepared for college at Findlay High School. Because of their devotion to Findlay, Jean Ellis Retter established this scholarship during November 1998 in memory of her husband and she served on the selection committee until her passing.

Standard for Determining Eligibility of Students

• The applicant must be a Findlay High School graduating senior who will be a full-time freshman at an accredited university or college.
• The applicant must have been enrolled in and showed proficiency in a variety of math and science classes.
• The applicant must be pursuing a major in a math or science related curriculums at the post-secondary educational level.
• The student must have demonstrated good citizenship, dependability and character. Student achievements and accomplishments are to be considered primary factors in selection.
• The applicant must have participated in school and community activities.
• The applicant must have maintained a 3.0 GPA or above.
• The applicant must be a citizen of the United States of America.
• Students who receive full scholarship support from other organizations or institutions will not be considered for this scholarship.