2019 All-USA Academic Team WCC Foundation Earl Settlemyer Scholarship recipient Graduated in 2020 with Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree, with honors SURABHI SUBEDI
In her own words
Surabhi, an international student from Nepal, is brave, inspired, and ready to take on the world. Despite growing up in a conservative, male-dominated culture, she was raised to stand up against gender inequality and celebrate her abilities. Surabhi credits her grandmother who inspired her to pursue education, remain strong, and persevere in the face of injustice. “I am continually motivated by the fact that I have been granted an opportunity that millions of women born in many parts of the world are denied,” she said. Surabhi maintained a near-perfect GPA while balancing her commitment to the ASWCC. She served as the ASWCC vice president for clubs, and worked hard to foster connections among students by increasing club participation. Surabhi’s passion and energy for the role and her fellow students shined through in all
her interactions with students, faculty and staff at WCC. After graduating from WCC, Surabhi transferred to Smith College, where she’s pursuing a degree in government and environmental science and policy. The WCC Foundation offers more than $330,000 in scholarship opportunities to about 200 Whatcom Community College students each year. Awards typically range from $750 to $5,500 and are funded by private donations, endowments, planned gifts, local businesses, and partnerships with other area nonprofits. While some scholarships have specific criteria, most awards are available to any WCC student in good academic standing, including full and part time students, Running Start students, and international students. Last year, 60% of our applicants were offered a scholarship.
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