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CHI Partnership Addresses Healthcare Workforce Demands

BISMARCK, ND, October 30, 2014 — The ɫ���� rolled out three new scholarships as part of its partnership with Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI).

The CHI Scholarship Program offers a tuition-free senior year option to students majoring in nursing, and generous incentives to a variety of healthcare industry related programs such as accounting, business administration, counseling and marketing.

ɫ���� President Monsignor James P. Shea believes the scholarships are a “game-changer” for North Dakota and the region.

“This is an incredible opportunity,” stated Shea. “It turns college dreams into reality, expands the pool of well-trained healthcare professionals and raises the standard of living for the good people of the Northern Plains.”

According to University officials, students can earn scholarships ranging from $3,000 up to a tuition-free senior year. To qualify, applicants need to be accepted and complete courses on the Bismarck campus.

Dr. Jodi Roller, Dean of the School of Health Sciences and Professor of Physical Therapy at the ɫ����, said the CHI Scholarship Program is a timely one as the need for healthcare workers continues to grow.

“The demand for h