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Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College (NEO) is proud to announce the establishment of the Lea Mercer Nursing Memorial Scholarship, a new endowed scholarship aimed at supporting deserving nursing students. This generous gift will be managed by the NEO Development Foundation as a permanent scholarship endowment fund.
Lea Mercer, a lifelong healthcare professional with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), dedicated her life to the field of healthcare. In addition to her work as a nurse, she was a member of PEO, the Pilot Club, and served as a Board Member of the Wesley Foundation. Alongside her husband, Larry, Lea shared an enduring passion for advancing the healthcare profession and supporting future generations of nurses.
The Lea Mercer Nursing Memorial Scholarship will provide financial assistance to deserving students pursuing a Nursing degree at NEO. Scholarship recipients will:
- Demonstrate financial need by completing the FAFSA.
- Be enrolled as Nursing majors.
- Maintain a GPA that aligns with the requirements of the NEO Nursing Program.
“This scholarship honors Lea Mercer’s legacy of care, compassion, and dedication to fostering excellence in healthcare,” said Ryan Orcutt, Executive Director of Development. “Her life of service continues to inspire, and this endowment ensures her impact will be felt for generations to come.”
By supporting nursing students, the Lea Mercer Nursing Memorial Scholarship reflects the college’s commitment to academic excellence, community engagement, and the development of future healthcare leaders.
