Bottineau, ND, January 9, 2026 –  Dakota College at Bottineau (DCB) proudly announces that four nursing students from its Minot location have been awarded the 2025 Trinity Health Foundation Nursing Scholarship. This scholarship program, made possible through the generous support of Trinity Health Foundation, continues to strengthen the pipeline of future nurses in the region.

“Our nursing students balance rigorous coursework, long clinical hours, employment, and personal responsibilities—all while striving toward the goal of serving others through compassionate care,” shares Roberta Valella, AD Clinical Coordinator. “Their hard work does not go unnoticed, and we are incredibly proud of the resilience and professionalism they demonstrate every day.”

Three of the four recipients have committed to joining Trinity Health upon graduation, reinforcing the shared mission of both organizations to support high-quality healthcare in north‑central North Dakota.

Receiving $10,000 scholarships are:

• Brett Chatten, Donnybrook, ND
• Robbyn Gimm, Minot, ND
• Briana Quick, Minot, ND

Receiving a $5,000 scholarship is:

• Kayci Powell, Minot, ND

DCB extends its congratulations to these outstanding students and expresses gratitude to Trinity Health Foundation for its continued investment in nursing education and workforce development. “I have absolutely no doubt that these scholarship recipients will become exceptional nurses. said Tara DeCrans, Assistant Professor/PN Clinical Coordinator. “It is a privilege to watch their growth from students into healthcare professionals for our community.”

Dakota College at Bottineau provides a high-quality education with a focus on career and technical programs, including a strong and growing nursing program serving communities across North Dakota.

-          Photo: Brett Chatten (ADN student), Robbyn Gimm (PN student), Kayci Powell (PN student), and Brianna Quick (PN student).