TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — A local foundation has announced a group of scholarships for the 2025-2026 school year.
Horizon Health and the Horizon Health Foundation are offering scholarships to local students
The Horizon Health Foundation is offering the following scholarships:
Doc Acklin Scholarships
Two graduating seniors from Paris Cooperative High School will each receive a $1,000 scholarship. The scholarships are awarded to outstanding seniors who embody the character traits of the late Dr. James Acklin (scholastic ability, participation in athletics, and character).
Dr. Acklin was a lifelong Paris resident and a family physician at Paris Community Hospital for 34 years. He was an avid athlete, coach, and fan of Paris High School athletics. He was a respected member of the Tigers’ cross-country team that captured an unprecedented four consecutive state championships from 1946-49.
Dr. Leland Phipps Memorial Scholarship
The $1,000 scholarship is awarded to a Horizon Health employee to further his or her education in the healthcare field. This may be awarded as two $500 scholarships or one $1,000 scholarship, depending on applicants’ needs.
Dr. Phipps was a pioneer in the evolution of Paris Community Hospital/Family Medical Center and the cornerstone of its medical staff. He passed away suddenly May 22, 2017. His legacy was honored in 2022 with the opening of the Paris Clinic expansion, which includes the Phipps Center for Primary Care–a dedicated space for primary care providers.
EMT-Basic Certification Scholarships
Two full scholarships will be awarded to cover the cost of an upcoming EMT-Basic certification course. Scholarships are available to persons age 18 or older who reside within Horizon Health’s primary service area. The scholarships cover the cost of the course, as well as the required background check and drug screening. These scholarships were generously established by the Horizon Health Foundation Board.
Nursing Foundation Scholarships
Horizon Health’s Department of Nursing is offering two $500 scholarships to applicants who are currently enrolled in, or have been accepted into, a nursing program. The scholarships are funded through various sources, including the annual Nursing Twilight Walk honoring all community nurses, the Nursing Honor Guard program, and private donations.
The PCH Volunteers are offering the following scholarships:
PCH Volunteers
· $1,500 scholarship – Available to any Edgar County high school graduating senior.
· $1,500 scholarship – Available to any full-time or part-time Horizon Health employee.
How to Apply Applications can be completed online at MyHorizonHealth.org/Scholarships and must be received by end of business Thursday, April 10. For more information, contact Michelle Wilken at 217-466-4277 or MWilken@myhorizonhealth.org.
