Bernard Ambrosino Hospitality Scholarship

Bernard Ambrosino Hospitality Scholarship

Overview: An endowed scholarship established to honor Bernard Ambrosino, owner and head chef of the Silver Fox Steakhouse in Casper. This is the first scholarship for Casper College hospitality and tourism majors. The scholarship was recently endowed thanks in part to a $10,000 donation from Dick and Addie Wagner.

Award Amount: $1,500 per student (two awards annually, beginning 2024-2025 school year)

Geographic Scope: Wyoming residents

Focus Areas: Hospitality and tourism education

Eligibility Requirements

• Major in business, hospitality, or tourism
• Minimum 2.0 GPA
• Enrolled in a minimum of six credit hours
• Wyoming resident
• Demonstrate financial need

Preference Given To

• Pathways Innovation Center culinary students
• Current or past employees of the Silver Fox Steakhouse

Matching Funds

All contributions to the Bernard Ambrosino Hospitality Scholarship are matched dollar for dollar from an allocation by the state of Wyoming.

Background

Bernard Ambrosino was the owner and head chef of the Silver Fox Steakhouse and was a pillar in the Casper community for 44 years. His commitment to the community was displayed through his genuine smile and acts of kindness to both staff and patrons. This scholarship was established to help students pursue a career in the hospitality industry and to honor Bernard's legacy of exceptional hospitality.

Contact Information:

Phone: 307-268-2256

Email: foundation@caspercollege.edu

Address: 125 College Dr. Walter H. Nolte Gateway Center, #306, Casper, WY 82601