Scholarship/Awards

Dec 24, 2025, 8:41

Scholarship/Awards

In this section you will find information about scholarships and awards available to instructors and students. Read below to learn more.

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Tracy Figueroa Earned 2025 Idaho Potato Commission Postsecondary Educator of the Year Award

Tracy Figueroa Earned 2025 Idaho Potato Commission Postsecondary Educator of the Year Award

Monday, 11 August 2025 14:10

South Saint Paul instructor earned the national award for her commitment to culinary education and the foodservice industry.

By Lisa Parrish, GMC Editor
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Mary Levinski Earned 2025 Entrepreneurship Award from Kendall College National Louis University

Mary Levinski Earned 2025 Entrepreneurship Award from Kendall College National Louis University

Monday, 11 August 2025 14:10

The Sauk Rapids-Rice High School educator received national entrepreneurship award for creating a mobile coffee business lead by students of all abilities.

By Lisa Parrish, GMC Editor
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Elizabeth DeRose of Frederick Community College Honored with Technology Award Sponsored by RATIONAL USA

Elizabeth DeRose of Frederick Community College Honored with Technology Award Sponsored by RATIONAL USA

Monday, 11 August 2025 14:10

Director of the Hospitality, Culinary & Tourism Institute Elizabeth DeRose was recognized for incorporating modern culinary technology into the college’s culinary kitchen.

By Lisa Parrish, GMC Editor
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Peter Walsh Honored with Community Outreach Award

Peter Walsh Honored with Community Outreach Award

Tuesday, 06 August 2024 17:46

Metropolitan Community College’s Peter Walsh collaborated with a local group to teach fourth-grade students how to measure and cook food while making healthy, nutritious food choices.

By Lisa Parrish, GMC Editor
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CIA Educator Receives National Sustainability Award

CIA Educator Receives National Sustainability Award

Tuesday, 06 August 2024 18:01

Robert Perillo was recognized for his effort to reduce waste and fight food insecurity for people throughout New York.

By Lisa Parrish, GMC Editor
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St. Paul College Instructor Sara Johannes Honored with Technology Award

St. Paul College Instructor Sara Johannes Honored with Technology Award

Tuesday, 06 August 2024 17:44

Sara Johannes was honored for her incorporation of modern culinary technology and its potential to assist future employees in culinary kitchens.

By Lisa Parrish, GMC Editor
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Magnet Academy of Culinary Arts Instructor Christopher Bates Earns 2024 Idaho Potato Commission  Secondary Educator of the Year Award

Magnet Academy of Culinary Arts Instructor Christopher Bates Earns 2024 Idaho Potato Commission Secondary Educator of the Year Award

Tuesday, 06 August 2024 17:46

Christopher Bates received a national award for his unwavering support, guidance and culinary commitment to high school students.

By Lisa Parrish, GMC Editor
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Culinary Institute of Charleston at Trident Technical College’s Michael Carmel Earns National Award at Culinary Education Conference

Culinary Institute of Charleston at Trident Technical College’s Michael Carmel Earns National Award at Culinary Education Conference

Tuesday, 06 August 2024 17:46

Michael Carmel earned the Idaho Potato Commission Postsecondary Educator of the Year award for his innovative community partnerships, commitment to students and consistent leadership in working to protect the Guild of Culinary Arts.

By Lisa Parrish, GMC Editor
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Emily Willardson Earns 2024 Entrepreneurship Award

Emily Willardson Earns 2024 Entrepreneurship Award

Tuesday, 06 August 2024 17:46

Willardson created a student-run business – Café Pollinatedelivering hot, healthy meals to teachers in her building.

By Lisa Parrish, GMC Editor
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Desmond Keefe Earns 2024 Runner Up Entrepreneurship Award

Desmond Keefe Earns 2024 Runner Up Entrepreneurship Award

Tuesday, 06 August 2024 17:46

Keefe created an 800-hour, NRA-endorsed Foodservice Management Experiential Learning certificate for students in the culinary program.  

By Lisa Parrish, GMC Editor
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