Barry and Cheryl Brueggeman

Barry and Cheryl established this scholarship because they believe that education creates opportunity. Barry received his undergraduate degree at SIUE in Edwardsville, IL and his doctorate at the University of Wisconsin. Cheryl is a proud graduate of Butler Community College. She completed her degree in elementary education at Wichita State University. This scholarship was established for students working towards a degree in education.
Both Barry and Cheryl know the value of education as well as the importance of giving back to the community. They credit their success to having parents who valued education and to all the many caring and knowledgeable teachers who guided them along the way. Cheryl was born and raised in Eldorado, Kansas and is grateful to the many fine professors at Butler County Community College who enabled her to have a quality education experience so close to home. After completing degree requirements at Wichita State University, she taught elementary education for 35 years before retiring. It is their hope that this scholarship will help a student who is motivated and committed to pursuing a degree in education.