John Weinschrott Endowed Scholarships
The John Weinschrott Memorial Endowed Scholarship was established in 1983 by Mrs. Mary Muth in memory of her father, John Weinschrott. Mr. Weinschrott had a strong commitment to higher education and as a legislator was instrumental in establishing Eastern Montana Normal School (now MSU Billings). This endowed scholarship provides financial assistance to incoming freshmen from Eastern Montana who have maintained at least a 3.5 GPA in high school. The first scholarship was awarded in academic year 1984-1985.
The John Weinschrott Upperclassman Endowed Scholarship was established in 1983. This endowed scholarship provides financial assistance for education majors. The first scholarships were awarded in academic year 1992-1993.
Mary received her Education Diploma in 1932 from Eastern Montana College and her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education in 1938. In 1991, Mary was the recipient of the Alumni Merit Medallion Award and the Distinguished Alumni Award. She passed away in October 2012. Mary, alongside her husband Peter, supported numerous philanthropic organizations for decades. Mary’s selfless generosity and involvement will forever be remembered. Mary and Peter donated to more than 75 non-profit organizations including MSU Billings Foundation. She diligently served as a board member to many organizations and has been recognized over the years for her charitable endeavors. For a lady from Eastern Montana, Mary met leaders from government and the community including the Pope and several U.S. Presidents.
Impact
“I would like to thank you for providing such a generous scholarship. As I am sure you know, college is incredibly expensive so any help is greatly appreciated. I think it is wonderful that you care so much about higher education and are willing to give so much to ensure that future generations are able to go as far as they desire, even if they might have a harder time affording it. It means a lot to be to be chosen for the John Weinschrott Memorial Endowed Scholarship and it will definitely help me in achieving the best education possible. Thank you very much for the scholarship!” —Kayla B., Psychology major