Dr. Brian Bonte Memorial

The Dr. Brian Bonte scholarship fund has been established to assist students pursuing a CNA or EMT certification on the Hutchinson Campus. Dr. Bonte was one of the first EMTs in Iowa at the age of 17. He also worked as a nurse’s aide/orderly at the Veterans’ Hospital in Des Moines for four years. Both of these positions laid the foundation for Dr. Bonte’s interest in serving humanity through medical practice. He understood the importance of the immediate and individual medical care both EMTs and CNAs bring to patients and was on the receiving end of both professions at the end of life. The family of Dr. Bonte wishes to encourage men and women to serve their communities through these valuable and compassionate occupations. An additional scholarship opportunity is available for those pursuing nursing or paramedic degrees, reflecting the Bonte family’s dedication to supporting individuals committed to making a positive impact on healthcare and local communities.