Figure Skating - Scholarships

Annually, the BGSU Ice Arena awards scholarships designed to offset the cost of ice time to rising competitive figure skaters. For 2012, the Marissa Rose Scholarship application period is closed. The award winner receives an engraved plaque, recognition in local publications and $250.00 of ice time during the skating season at the BGSU Ice Arena.

Scholarship Selection Criteria 

1.  Demonstrates an interest in and an ability in figure skating
2.  Attended skating sessions on a regular basis throughout the skating season
3.  Passed at least the US Figure Skating Pre-Preliminary Freestyle Test or all three Preliminary Dance Tests
4.  Well rounded participation in figure skating activities5
5.  Demonstrates acceptable behavior on the ice

Submission Deadline: Pending for Spring 2013

For additional information contact Laura Dunn: 
Email: dunnle@bgsu.edu
Phone: 419.372.8686.

Current and Past Scholarships Descriptions

Scott Hamilton Award: Named in honor of Scott Hamilton, Bowling Green native, 2 time Olympian and 4 time World Figure Skating Champion. 

Kay Thurman Award: Named in honor of former BGSU Ice Arena Business Manager.

Dr. F. Fred Householder Award: Named in memory of Bowling Green Figure Skating Club long time member and supporter. 

Ruby Ginke Award: Named in memory of Bowling Green Skating Club judge and long time member.

Marissa Rose Memorial Scholarship: Named in memory of 16 year old Bowling Green Skating Club member. 

Continuing scholarship contributions may be made to the Bowling Green State University Foundation - Ice Arena Fund:

Mail to:

BGSU Foundation Inc.
Mileti Alumni Center
Bowling Green, OH 43403
(Include 30-000570 in memo line)

A complete name and address is necessary if a receipt is desired.  All donations are tax deductible.

Scholarship Winners 1974 - Present