Dushinske & Jamison Water Resources Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by North Dakota Water Education Foundation

Dushinske & Jamison Water Resources Scholarship — 2026

Overview
- Applications for the 2026 Dushinske & Jamison Water Resources Scholarship are now open. There is a spring 2026 application deadline; winners will be announced in May 2026.
- Four scholarships of $1,500 each will be awarded to students attending a college or university in North Dakota.
- Recipients must attend the Annual North Dakota Water Convention Awards Banquet on December 10, 2026, and present their winning essays (in person or virtually).

Background (brief)
- The scholarship endowment was created by the North Dakota Water Education Foundation (NDWEF) with the North Dakota Community Foundation to honor Russ Dushinske and Warren Jamison for their leadership and lifelong commitment to water development in North Dakota.
- NDWEF Executive Director Dani Quissell notes that the endowment is intended to support future generations of water leaders through annual scholarships.

Who should apply
- Any student enrolled at a college or university in North Dakota.
- Preference will be given to students studying water-related fields or those whose families have been actively involved in managing the state’s water resources, although applicants are not limited to those backgrounds.

Award details
- Four awards, $1,500 each.
- Winners announced in May 2026; results will be published in North Dakota Water magazine.

Application requirements (what to submit)
1. Essay (attach)
- Topic: YOUR MOST VIVID MEMORY CONCERNING WATER.
- Format: two pages, 12-point type, double-spaced.
2. Typed information (please include all of the following):
- Honors and awards
- Non-academic school activities and special interests
- A high-resolution photo
- Career plans after college graduation
- Reason(s) for applying for this scholarship

Presentation requirement
- If selected, you will present your essay at the North Dakota Water Convention Awards Banquet on December 10, 2026 (attendance may be virtual if necessary).

A few quick tips (from a teacher)
- Be specific and vivid in your essay: sensory detail and reflection make a memory come alive.
- Connect that memory to your interest in water or your future goals if appropriate.
- Proofread carefully and submit a high-quality photo.

Note: The application form and exact submission instructions are not included here—check the scholarship announcement or the NDWEF for deadlines and submission details.