Dr. Mark and Cheryl Giffey Scholarship
Dr. Mark and Cheryl Giffey
History:
The Giffey Family has a long history in the Chehalis community, dating back to the 1940s when Lee and Frances Giffey opened a successful retail hardware store. This business operated until 1993, becoming a vital part of the local economy. Their son, Dr. Mark Giffey, earned his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Washington State University in 1982 and returned to Chehalis, where he practiced veterinary medicine and eventually became the owner of the Chehalis Centralia Veterinary Hospital. He remained in this role until 2018.
Throughout the years, the Giffey Family has been deeply involved in supporting the Chehalis community, serving on local boards and commissions, and contributing to programs focused on education, health, and economic development. Their commitment to improving the community extended to their strong support of W.F. West High School graduates pursuing higher education.
Scholarship Purpose:
The Dr. Mark and Cheryl Giffey Scholarship Fund was established to provide financial assistance to W.F. West High School graduates who are pursuing post-baccalaureate degrees in veterinary or human medicine. This scholarship aims to help reduce student debt for those pursuing advanced degrees in these fields, with a particular focus on supporting students attending Washington State University.
Eligibility Criteria
- Graduate of W.F. West High School
- Enrolled in a graduate program at Washington State University, specifically:
- College of Veterinary Medicine (Doctors of Veterinary Medicine program)
- Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine (Doctors of Human Medicine program)
- College of Nursing (Family Nurse Practitioner degree program)
Selection Considerations
- Preference will be given to applicants who intend to practice in a rural area
- Students enrolled in one of the above-listed programs at Washington State University
Additional Notes
The Dr. Mark and Cheryl Giffey Scholarship Fund is administered by the Vice Provost for Graduate and Professional Education at Washington State University, with assistance from the Chehalis Foundation.