Ken and Laurie McFarland Scholarship for Fisheries

Ken and Laurie McFarland Scholarship for Fisheries

The Ken and Laurie McFarland Scholarship for Fisheries was established by the Oregon Bass & Panfish Club (OBPC) to support students pursuing education and careers in fisheries. Ken and Laurie McFarland were dedicated, active members of OBPC for more than 20 years. Following their passing, their generous donation made this scholarship possible.

Founded in 1958, OBPC is the oldest warmwater fishing club in the Pacific Northwest. Its mission is to promote interest in warmwater fishing, protect and preserve fisheries, and enhance fishing opportunities through collaboration with fishery stakeholders. The club is committed to educating anglers of all ages on how, where, and when to fish for warmwater species in Oregon and Washington.

Criteria:
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria to qualify for this scholarship.
• Declared major in Fisheries
• Preferred 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Preferred candidate shows an interest in warm water fishing and from the Pacific Northwest

Requirements:
Once selected, the recipient must meet the following requirements in order to remain eligible for this scholarship.
• Must maintain full-time enrollment at MHCC (12+ credits per term) during each term the scholarship is in effect
• Must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) as defined by the MHCC Office of Financial Aid (excluding maximum timeframe requirements). Visit https://mhcc.edu/KeepMyAid/ for more information.

Scholarship Details:
• Funds will be distributed equally between fall, winter, and spring terms
• Scholarship funds may be used for tuition/fees and books; no cash will be disbursed
• Scholarship is not renewable

Award amounts are subject to change based on availability of funds.

OBPC also encourages catch-and-release practices and responsible stewardship to help sustain and protect fisheries for future generations.