Cervenkas named 2011 Philanthropists of the Year
 Sara Woodie '15, (left) first recipient of the Robert and Debra Cervenka Scholarship, and Philanthropist of the Year Debbie Cervenka. |
Northland College has named Debra and Robert Cervenka the 2011 Philanthropists of the Year. The
award is given annually to recognize individuals who demonstrate
exceptional support of Northland and its educational mission. Through
the commitment and support of Bob and Debbie Cervenka, of Phillips,
Wisconsin, Northland has made great strides towards its institutional
goals. Their support of the College's marketing and enrollment programs
has strengthened Northland's position in a competitive marketplace, and
they have provided transformative educational opportunities for students
through the gift of scholarship. "We are often asked why we support Northland College and the answer is really pretty simple," says Debbie. "We love northern Wisconsin. Northland College is a critical part of keeping the community and area special, while providing jobs and a cultural connection to our environment." |
"Our scholarship to a Northland student does two things," says Debbie. "First, it enables a young person from northern Wisconsin to have the benefit of receiving a liberal arts education from a small college that is connected to our natural environment. And, second, we hope that students will develop the passion for giving back as they grow and proceed through life."
