How Many and What Kind of Scholarships Will be Awarded and to Whom? 
Dr. Calandra Green’s Memorial Scholarship is excited to announce the award of four $1,500 scholarships to qualified Oakland Community College Nursing students.  These scholarships will be given to students who demonstrate exceptional leadership qualities through their involvement on campus and in the community, by breaking down racial and cultural stereotypes, and by promoting unity and equity among all people.  Dr. Green served the Pontiac Community as a nurse for more than 28 years.  The peak of her success was her appointment the first African American woman to the position of Oakland County’s Health Officer. Dr. Green envisioned that public health would be rooted in the community.  She used her knowledge, skills, and commitment to move public health forward to achieve the goal of having healthy residents.   

Who can Apply and How? 
To qualify for the Dr. Calandra Green Memorial Scholarship an individual must: Be enrolled, have completed 30 credit hours, and be maintaining a 3.0 academic average in Nursing (ADN) – Traditional Track at Oakland Community College. Preference for these scholarships will be given to one student who resides in the City of Auburn Hills; one student who resides in the City of Pontiac; one student who resides in Waterford Township; and one student who resides in White Lake Township. Your application should highlight your involvement and leadership in working to promote equity among all people in your community and/or campus, and to foster an environment rich in diversity and multiculturalism.

If he/she/they is awarded the scholarship, an individual MUST be present and available for two of Holiday Extravaganza’s events, including the Scholarship Ceremony and Parade, both of which are in downtown Pontiac on the morning of  Saturday, December 5, 2026.

Submit application and 500 word or less essay no later than 12:00 p.m. on Monday, November 2, 2026. Essay must be in the applicant’s own words “Why I chose the field of Nursing”

Attached online to the application and essay in pdf format or send application and essay to 248-421-7198 as a photo.

How are the Recipients Selected?
A three-person committee that includes representatives from Dr. Green’s family and a member from the Holiday Extravaganza’s Board of Directors will select awardees based on their essays.  The selection by this three-person committee will be final. Students who are selected will be notified by November 8th, 2026.