Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine

Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine

At Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science we are embarking
on a 5-year, $5 million campaign to increase support for scholarships.
Supporting the Next Century
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science is
embarking on a 5-year, $5 million campaign to increase
support for scholarships. Scholarships transform
the student experience and lend critical support to
our mission to invest in the educational future of
tomorrow’s health care leaders.
The rising cost of educating health professionals has
an impact on both students and patients. The cost of
schooling can prevent well-qualified students from
enrolling and staying in school. This means that the
best and the brightest may not be the health care
professionals of the future and that the workforce of the
future will not be as diverse as the population it serves.
Rosalind Franklin University has had tremendous
growth in enrollment over the past five years, and it has
expanded its health sciences education to five graduatelevel
colleges and schools. Raising additional funds for
scholarships will help Rosalind Franklin University to
remain competitive with peer institutions, to attract and
retain the highest caliber of students, and to maintain
a diverse student body. Additionally, accrediting
organizations look for scholarship support when
making accreditation decisions.
The University strives to invest in the education of
health professionals, both now and in the future, while
maintaining a strong financial position. We provide
a top-quality education and maintain a reputation
for giving back to our community. The University
prides itself on teaching medical team members, rather
than just the individual through our interprofessional
teaching model. Our students have access to some of
the best facilities and state-of-the-art training and
educational capabilities, including the new Morningstar
Interprofessional Education Center, the Education and
Evaluation Center, and the Gross Anatomy Laboratory.
For the University to maintain this high standard and
provide sufficient financial aid to students it requires
additional funds.
The University’s Board of Trustees, President, and Deans
are committed to assisting students with scholarships
and financial aid to the greatest degree possible. Please
join us today with your support.

their
Dreams

A
ndrew Elliot
“
The Scholl Alumni Scholarships have
significantly lessened the financial
impact on my family.
”
A second career can be a daunting thought, especially after going through the four years it takes to get a law degree and
with a family, but Andrew Elliot is doing just that. Andrew graduated from DePauw University in 2000 and received his
Juris Doctorate from DePaul University’s College of Law in 2003. He then practiced law in Decatur, Illinois for four years.
He married his wife, Michelle, in September of 2007.
Andrew realized being a lawyer was not fulfilling his dreams the way he wanted. His career in law was not leading him
to the life he wanted and he looked to his family. Andrew’s father and brother are doctors, both of his grandfathers had
been doctors, so he decided to try his hand in podiatric medicine. Along with his younger brother, Edward, he enrolled
at the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in 2009. In June of 2010, his daughter Katherine arrived.
Scholarships have helped Andrew and his family tremendously. Andrew reflects, “When you start running the numbers,
it can be very scary. The Scholl Alumni Scholarships have significantly lessened the financial impact on my family.” In
addition, Andrew feels that his scholarships have rewarded his hard work and have given him a reason to push himself
harder. As he reflects on his first year and the time he spent away from his wife and daughter, he feels that all the extra
time and effort has paid off.
Andrew and his brother, Edward, hope to return to Decatur after graduation and start their own practice. Because of the
strong experiences at Scholl College, with professors who really understand what today’s podiatric physicians need to
practice, Andrew feels he will be well prepared.

their
Dreams

Ansgar
Olsen
“
A scholarship can change how a student
feels, motivate them to work harder,
allow them to focus fully on their studies
and give them the freedom to pursue
other academic advances.
”
Diabetes affects 246 million people worldwide, including 23.6 million in the United States alone. Zebrafish, a small
guppy-like fish from southeast Asia, can regenerate nearly all its body parts. While these two facts may seem
disconnected, research being done at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science by faculty and students may
lead to groundbreaking discoveries. In type 1 diabetes, the pancreas does not produce insulin which is necessary to break
down certain foods. Because of the zebrafish’s ability to regenerate its body parts, watching whether or not the
zebrafish could repair its pancreas in a diabetic state could provide breakthroughs for humans.
Ansgar Olsen matriculated in 2004 and is now in his third year at Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine.
“Scholl had the strongest research credentials [of the Podiatric schools]. It was the strongest place to pursue my passion.”
Shortly after enrolling, he was called up by the Army Reserve to serve his country in Iraq. He was called twice to
active duty, once for Operation Enduring Freedom and once for Operation Iraqi Freedom. Ansgar received numerous
commendations and medals for his service.
Upon his return from the Army, he decided not only did he want to pursue his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, but he also
wanted a PhD in Cell Biology and Anatomy at the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. Ansgar completed his
first two years at Scholl College and then entered the PhD program under Dr. Robert Intine. Now, back at Scholl College,
Ansgar is eager to complete his work on his DPM.
Ansgar feels that he has been encouraged to pursue his academic interests at Rosalind Franklin University. He has been
able to strike a balance between his studies and research, something he hopes to continue after graduation. Ansgar hopes
to be able to strike a balance between clinical work, research and teaching.
Ansgar Olsen is a prime example of someone who wants to further the advancements of podiatric medicine. His
scholarship has allowed him to pursue these interests. “A scholarship can change how a student feels, motivate them to
work harder, allow them to focus fully on their studies and give them the freedom to pursue other academic advances,”
says Ansgar.

our support
For more information on the Centennial Scholarship Campaign, Supporting the Next Century, please contact us.
Call us at (847) 578-3223
Email us at advancement@rosalindfranklin.edu
Visit us online at www.rosalindfranklin.edu/administration/ia.aspx

With your support, you can help
ensure the University’s commitment to
tomorrow’s health care professionals.
Ways to support
Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine
Scholarship Fund
Established as a general scholarship fund for Scholl College,
donations of any amount can be made in your name, the name of
a loved one, or to honor a faculty member or dean. Additionally,
Dean Nancy Parsley, DPM ’93, has created the Dean’s Scholarship
Fund in which she has pledged a portion of her salary and
encouraged other members of Scholl College to do the same.
Named Scholarships
Establishing a named scholarship is one of the most meaningful
and lasting ways to support Scholl College. Contributing towards
a scholarship signifies your commitment to benefit the University
and its students. Named scholarships can be either need-based or
merit-based as determined by the donor’s wishes.
a. $10,000 annually, with a four-year commitment, is
required to establish a named scholarship.
b. $15,000 annually, with a four-year commitment,
provides a half-tuition scholarship for a student.
c. $30,000 annually, with a four-year commitment,
provides full tuition to a student.
Planned Giving Opportunities
Planned gifts, such as bequests, can be designated for scholarship
use. These gifts, depending on the donation, may be endowed and
have a lasting impact on Scholl College’s future.
Naming and Capital Opportunities
The University has designated areas around the campus that
may be named to honor a loved one, favorite faculty member or
to recognize a donor’s generosity. Naming a physical space can
ensure our facilities remain on the cutting edge.

the Donor Bill of Rights
Donor Bill Of Rights
Philanthropy is based on voluntary action for the common
good. To ensure that philanthropy merits the respect and trust
of the general public, and that donors and prospective donors
can have full confidence in Rosalind Franklin University of
Medicine and Science, we declare that all donors have these
rights:
1. To be informed of the organization’s mission, of the
way the organization intends to use donated resources,
and of its capacity to use donations effectively for their
intended purposes.
2. To be informed of the identity of those serving on the
organization’s governing board, and to expect the board
to exercise prudent judgment in its stewardship
responsibilities.
3. To have access to the organization’s most recent
financial statements.
4. To be assured their gifts will be used for the purposes for
which they were given.
5. To receive appropriate acknowledgment and recognition.
6. To be assured that information about their donations
is handled with respect and with confidentiality to the
extent provided by law.
7. To expect that all relationships with individuals
representing organizations of interest to the donor will
be professional in nature.
8. To be informed whether those seeking donations are
volunteers, employees of the organization or hired
solicitors.
9. To have the opportunity for their names to be deleted
from mailing lists that an organization may intend to
share.
10. To feel free to ask questions when making a donation
and to receive prompt, truthful and forthright answers.
Developed by: the American Association of Fund-Raising
Counsel (AAFRC), Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP),
Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE),
National Society of Fund Raising Executives (NSFRE).
Initial Endorsers: Independent Sector, National Catholic
Development Conference (NCDC), National Committee on
Planned Giving (NCPG), National Council for Resource
Development (NCRD), and United Way of America.

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