Independence Community College announces the establishment of a new memorial scholarship.

 

The scholarship honors the memory of Trevor Joseph Martinez and will be available for the 2026-2027 academic year. The $500 per semester scholarship is designed to assist students who have participated in programs that provide additional support and opportunities for success, including Bridges Academy, AVID, Sparkwheel, JAG-K, and Adult Education.

 

To be eligible, students must have successfully completed at least one full-time semester at Independence Community College, maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher, and submit a personal statement describing how they plan to use the education they are pursuing. Applicants must also provide a reference from a representative of one of the qualifying programs.

 

The Trevor Joseph Martinez Memorial Scholarship will be administered by the ICC Foundation and is intended to support students who have demonstrated perseverance, personal growth, and a commitment to continuing their education.

 

Those interested in applying for the Trevor Joseph Martinez Memorial Scholarship should contact the ICC Foundation Office at 620-332-5625