Nick Varney always had a desire to learn. Now, as a high school teacher and education policy enthusiast, he is helping others discover that desire for themselves.

In 2002, when Bill and Nila Siddoway were discussing where to take a vacation, Nila said, “Why don’t we establish a scholarship instead?”

Felix Mududa was dead set on becoming a pilot — until he took a pastry class. He’s now earned his Associate in Applied Science from the Culinary Arts Institute and is transitioning into the Hospitality Management program.

Because of a scholarship, Jessica Norris chose UVU. Now with her graduation approaching soon, she is proud to be a Wolverine and plans to use her talent to help others find strength through dance.