Dushinske & Jamison Water Resources Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by North Dakota Water Education Foundation
Dushinske & Jamison Water Resources Scholarship
Applications are being accepted for the 2026 Dushinske & Jamison Water Resources Scholarship. Submit your application by April 15, 2026. Scholarship recipients will be named in May 2026 and their names and stories will appear in North Dakota Water magazine.
About the endowment
The Dushinske & Jamison Water Resources Scholarship Endowment was established by the North Dakota Water Education Foundation (NDWEF) together with the North Dakota Community Foundation to honor the contributions of Russ Dushinske and Warren Jamison. The fund recognizes their leadership and long-term dedication to water development in North Dakota. As NDWEF Executive Director Dani Quissell explains, the endowment is a lasting tribute to Russ and Warren and enables annual support for the next generation of water leaders through scholarship awards.
Awards and eligibility
- Four scholarships will be awarded for 2026. Each scholarship is $1,500.
- Applicants must be students enrolled at a college or university in North Dakota.
- Preference will be given to students pursuing water-related studies or those who come from families actively involved in the management of the state’s water resources; however, applicants from other fields who meet the enrollment requirement are eligible.
Requirements and submission instructions
- Essay: Attach a two-page essay (12-point font, double-spaced) describing your most vivid memory concerning water.
- Recipients are expected to attend the Annual North Dakota Water Convention Awards Banquet on December 10, 2026, and deliver their winning essay either in person or via a virtual presentation.
- In addition to the essay, please include the following information (type responses):
1) Honors and awards
2) Non-academic school activities and special interests
3) A high-resolution photo
4) Career plans after college graduation
5) Reasons for applying for this scholarship
Timeline
- Application deadline: April 15, 2026
- Winners announced: May 2026
- Awards banquet and presentations: December 10, 2026
For more information on how to apply or to submit materials, follow the NDWEF application instructions or contact the North Dakota Water Education Foundation.