The Al Carius and Frank Gramarosso Endowed Scholarship was established by alumni and friends of North Central College in honor of the two iconic coaches, mentors and teachers. Paige Runkle ’25, a sport management major from Mount Prospect, Ill., was recently named the first recipient of the scholarship.

The Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois Program seeks to prepare college students for careers in teaching, particularly in high-need schools, leading naturally to an association with North Central College.