21 May 2008

The Howard and Mildred Eychaner Minority Scholarship announced the 2008 scholarship will be presented to Matthew Rodriguez, a student at De Kalb High school during the 39th Annual De Kalb High School Senior Awards Night, tonight at 6:30 PM.

The Howard and Mildred Eychaner Minority Scholarship is named in memory of Howard and Mildred, long time residents of De Kalb until their deaths in 2005. During their lives, Howard and Mildred welcomed many minority families and individuals into the community, beginning with African Americans and Cubans in the late 1950's.

The Scholarship honors minority students (defined as race, ethnicity, national origin, disability or sexual orientation) who will attend Northern Illinois University. The scholarship is awarded based on academic aptitude, academic achievement, financial need and community service.