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Warren "Ed" Brown Scholarship

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MENDOCINO COUNTY

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Warren "Ed" Brown Math/Engineering Scholarship Fund

Overview: Scholarship honoring Warren "Ed" Brown, a Mendocino County native and accomplished chemical engineer who passed away in 2005 from cancer. Created by the Ukiah High School Alumni Association at the Community Foundation.

Background:

  • Ed Brown was born and raised in Redwood Valley

  • Graduated from Ukiah High School in 1973

  • Earned BS in Chemical Engineering from UC Davis in four years (considerable achievement)

  • Earned MS in Chemical Engineering from UC Davis

  • Worked at Chevron for 26 years (1980-2006) in various engineering and management roles

  • Supported facilities in California, Mississippi, Saudi Arabia, Japan, Venezuela, and Nigeria

  • Known for mentoring young engineers

  • Passionate about outdoor activities: cycling, hiking, cross-country skiing

  • Explored Italian Alps by bicycle in summer 2005

  • Diagnosed with rare, aggressive cancer and died shortly after

    • Focus Areas:

  • Math and Engineering

  • Honors students with intelligence, focus, and determination

  • Students who want to make a difference through work, friendships, and approach to life

  • Similar to Ed's passion for the outdoors and personal growth

    • Eligibility:

  • Likely Ukiah High School graduates or Mendocino County students

  • Pursuing math or engineering education

  • Demonstrated intelligence and focus

  • Interest in making positive contributions

    • Geographic Scope: Mendocino County, particularly Ukiah High School alumni

    Contact:

  • Community Foundation of Mendocino County

  • 204 South Oak Street, Ukiah, CA 95482

  • 707-468-9882 or 707-468-5529

  • info@communityfound.org

    • How to Apply

    Application Process

    No specific application details provided in the available text. Contact the Community Foundation directly for application procedures and requirements.

    Contact Information:

  • Community Foundation of Mendocino County

  • 204 South Oak Street, Ukiah, CA 95482

  • 707-468-9882 or 707-468-5529

  • info@communityfound.org

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