Dushinske & Jamison Water Resources Scholarship

The North Dakota Water Education Foundation (NDWEF) has awarded the 2026 Dushinske & Jamison Water Resources Scholarship to Emma Hoffert, Bismarck; Raymond Holle, New Salem; Jacey Hutton, Max; and Jada Schwartzenberger, Napoleon.

Emma Hoffert, a graduate of Bismarck High School, will attend the University of North Dakota to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in political science. After completing her undergraduate studies, she plans to attend law school and become an attorney, with the long-term goal of serving as a judge.

She is the daughter of Rochell and Troy Hoffert.

Raymond Holle of New Salem is a freshman at the University of North Dakota, where he is pursuing an undergraduate degree in biology. Following the completion of his undergraduate studies and research, he plans to continue his education at the University of Minnesota to earn a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree.

 He is the son of Charles and Catherine Holle.

Jacey Hutton, a graduate of Des Lacs-Burlington High School, will attend Minot State University, where she plans to major in architecture. After earning her degree, she hopes to remain in North Dakota, where she feels most at home. She plans to use her architecture degree to help build and strengthen communities throughout the state while also starting a family.

She is the daughter of Hayley Hutton and Zachary Steele.

Jada Schwartzenberger of Napoleon is a freshman at North Dakota State University, where she is studying to become a pharmacist. She plans to return to a rural community to serve as a pharmacist, helping populations that often have limited access to healthcare. In many small towns, pharmacists are among the most accessible healthcare professionals, providing not only medications but also essential guidance, education, and support.

She is the daughter of Terry and Mary Schwartzenberger

The essays written address the topic of “your most vivid memory concerning water.”

The Dushinske & Jamison Water Resources Scholarship Endowment was created by the North Dakota Water Education Foundation through the North Dakota Community Foundation to honor the memory of Russ Dushinske and Warren Jamison. Both men were known for their exceptional service, strong leadership, and lifelong commitment to water development in North Dakota.

Each year, the endowment awards four $1,500 scholarships to outstanding North Dakota students. Recipients must attend a college or university within the state. Preference is given to students pursuing studies in water-related fields or those with family members who have been actively involved in managing North Dakota’s water resources.