Jean M. Brown graduated from the St. Francis School of Nursing in 1938. She went on to become Caterpillar’s first Industrial Nurse, a role she deeply valued. Inspired by her career, she wanted to help others pursue nursing as well.
Through her will, Ms. Brown established an endowed scholarship to support nursing students with financial need, with preference given to those pursuing a career in Occupational Nursing. The scholarship fund was created following her passing in October 2000.
Selection Criteria
Financial need
Essay
Extracurricular activities
Professional/educational goals and achievements
Online letter(s) of reference/recommendation
Requirements
Applicant must reside within a 50-mile radius of the City of Peoria (excluding Knox and McLean counties)
Applicant must be pursuing an education in the field of nursing. Undergraduate, graduate, and certifications in a specific nursing field are eligible
Applicant may be enrolled as part-time or full-time
Applicant must be in good academic standing at the institution in which he or she is enrolled
