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Great Basin College wants to be your choice for higher education. GBC offers associate and baccalaureate level instruction in career and technical education and academic areas. About 4,000 students are enrolled annually online from across the country and on campuses and centers across 86,500 square miles, two time zones, and ten of Nevada's largest counties. We border Arizona, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and California. We are GBC!
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RESOURCES
$50,000 Gift from Jarbidge Community Association Creates Two Endowed Scholarships at Great Basin College
Gift honors the Armstrong Family and will fund scholarships for Industrial Trades and Health Sciences students.
ELKO, Nev. – The Jarbidge Community Association has made a generous contribution to the Great Basin College Foundation, establishing two $25,000 endowed scholarships that will provide long-term financial support for students. The endowments will create scholarships for students pursuing careers in Industrial Trades and non-nursing Health Sciences programs such as Behavioral Health, Paramedic, Respiratory Therapy, and Medical Imaging. These are programs within Health Sciences that have historically received less scholarship support than Nursing but also play a vital role in addressing critical healthcare workforce gaps in Elko County.
The gift was made possible through funds entrusted to the Association from the estate of the Armstrong family, whose enduring generosity has had a significant and lasting impact on the Jarbidge community.
"The Association has benefited greatly from the generosity of the Armstrong family, and we want to uphold their legacy and pay it forward to others in Elko County," said Jackie Gilliam, secretary of the Jarbidge Community Association Board. "We feel Great Basin College is a tremendous asset to our region and supporting students through scholarships is one of the most meaningful ways we can strengthen our rural communities."
Through these scholarship funds, the Jarbidge Community Association ensures that students in Elko County have access to education and training that lead to rewarding, high-demand careers.
"We are deeply grateful to the Jarbidge Community Association for their incredible generosity," said Leslie Maple, executive director of Institutional Advancement for Great Basin College. "Because the principal investment is preserved with an endowed scholarship, these funds will provide life-changing educational opportunities year after year, creating a lasting impact on students and community workforce needs well into the future."
Individuals or organizations interested in contributing to the Jarbidge Community Association Endowments or establishing their own named scholarship are encouraged to contact the Great Basin College Foundation at GBCF@gbcnv.edu or by phone at 775-327-2382.
About the Jarbidge Community Association
The Jarbidge Community Association is dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich history, natural resources, and unique character of the remote mountain town of Jarbidge, Nevada. The Association works to protect historic sites, support educational efforts, and enhance the overall quality of life and general welfare of residents and visitors alike.
About the Great Basin College Foundation
The Great Basin College Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the mission of Great Basin College through student scholarships, program development, and capital projects. Serving more than 86,000 square miles across ten Nevada counties, Great Basin College provides accessible, high-quality education and workforce training that powers Nevada's rural economy.
For more information, visit www.gbcnv.edu/foundation.
Media Contact
Leslie Maple
Executive Director of Institutional Advancement
Great Basin College
leslie.maple@gbcnv.edu | (775) 327-2382
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1500 College Parkway
Elko, Nevada 89801
Why Great Basin College
Great Basin College offers associate and baccalaureate level education in academic, career and technical fields. Welcoming students from all corners of the country, both online and at our various campuses and centers, GBC's presence extends across two time zones and spans more than 86,000 square miles throughout Nevada. A leader in rural higher education, GBC takes pride in developing students who are well-prepared to meet the demands of industry and who contribute to the success and prosperity of the local economy.
