2026-2027 Mai Family Scholarship and Earlin Nuss Memorial Scholarship

Through the generosity of the Mai Family and Earlin Nuss Family, two scholarships are available to students who are confirmed members in good standing of St. John Lutheran Church in Russell, KS.

Mai Family Scholarship applicants may receive awards for no more than four years, and must apply annually.

The Earlin Nuss Memorial Scholarship is a one-time award; eligible applicants must be Russell High School graduating seniors.

Applicants must be:
1. A 2026 High School graduate; OR
2. A full-time student at any college/technical school and maintain a passing grade in at least 12 credit hours for the most recent semester/date at any college/technical school.

Special consideration is given to those applicants who have been active in the worship life and youth activities of the church.

A single application may be submitted for consideration for either (or both) the Mai Family Scholarship and the Earlin Nuss Memorial Scholarship. Hard copy applications are available in the church office. All applicants must be completed and returned no later than Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Notification of award and amount will be made in writing to each recipient. Awards will be presented directly to the educational institution.

*According to St. John Lutheran Church By-Laws, a "member in good standing" is a confirmed member that has communed and given of record during the current year or preceding calendar year.*

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* 1. Applicant First and Last Name

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* 2. Email

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* 3. Current Mailing Address

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* 4. Permanent Mailing Address (if different)

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* 5. Phone Number

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* 6. Date of Birth

Date

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* 7. Parent/Guardian 1 - Name and Contact Number

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* 8. Parent/Guardian 2 - Name and Contact Number

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* 9. What is your level of education as of May 1, 2026?

2026 High School Graduate

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* 10. High School (Name and Location)

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* 11. College/Technical School attending Fall 2026 (Name and Location)

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* 12. Fall 2026 Semester/Instruction Start Date

Date

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* 13. College Major/Technical Degree you are planning to pursue.

Current (or Recent) College/Technical School Student

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* 14. College/Technical School Most Recently Attended (Name and Location)

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* 15. Semester/Date Most Recently Attended

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* 16. College/Technical School Attending Fall 2026

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* 17. 2026 Semester/Instruction Start Date

Date

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* 18. College Major/Technical Degree

Activities, Honors and Work Experience

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* 19. High School/College Activities and Honors

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* 20. Community Service Activities and Honors

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* 21. Work Experience

Essay Questions
Please respond to the following thoughtfully and specifically.

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* 22. Give a brief summary of your personal and educational goals.

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* 23. Describe how St. John Lutheran Church has influenced your life and journey of faith.

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* 24. Explain why this scholarship is important to you.

Character Reference
Please give the name and contact information of one adult character reference (cannot be related to you). Reference should be an active member of St. John Lutheran Church, Russell KS.

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* 25. Character Reference Name and Contact Number:

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* 26. How do you know your Character Reference?

Attachments
Please provide transcript and any other attachments as necessary. PDF documents preferred.
If you are unable to attach the following to this application please email them to St. John Lutheran Church Office- stjohn@ruraltel.net

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* 27. High School Transcript (for 2026 High School Graduates ONLY)

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* 28. Most Recent College/Technical School Transcript

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* 29. Fall 2026 Enrollment Schedule

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* 30. Resume

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