Schmid Family Scholarship in Memory of Jack R. Schmid

The Schmid Family Scholarship was established in honor of Jean and Dr. Jack Schmid to recognize their lifetime commitment to learning. Jack began his post-secondary education at Austin Community College (now Riverland Community College) after returning from World War II. He eventually obtained Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Michigan State University and a Doctorate from the University of Arkansas. He pursued a career in pharmacology research at 3M. Jean obtained a bachelor’s degree in physical education from the University of Northern Iowa and Master’s degree in counseling a t the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. She was a K-12 educator and counselor in several school systems during her career. The Schmid’s love of education and learning has been an inspiration to many family members who followed in their footsteps.