Geologist and instructor Kent Sundell establishes scholarship fund
A professional studio microphone represents the announcement of the new Kent Sundell scholarship fund at Casper College, Wednesday, April 1, 2026. (Casper College image)
Geologist and former Casper College Geology Instructor Kent Sundell, Ph.D., has established a generous scholarship fund at Casper College.
The endowed scholarship fund will provide five scholarships per year, each ranging in value from $1,000 to $2,000.
“The purpose of establishing this scholarship is to financially and therefore emotionally support any students who are interested in a career in geology, while realizing that strong student backgrounds in geography, chemistry, physics, and astronomy are essential for a better understanding of geological processes on Earth and throughout the solar system,” Sundell said.
To qualify, applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA, be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours, and major in geology, chemistry, physics, astronomy, or geography, with preference given to geology majors. Applicants do not need to be Wyoming residents.
According to Sundell, he based the scholarship’s major areas on his love of geology and the other subdisciplines of geology that he taught at Casper College. Those subdisciplines included geochemistry, geophysics, mapping, planetary geology, paleontology, geohydrology, volcanology, glaciology, caving, landslides, natural disasters, and economic geology.
To apply for this and other Casper College scholarships, go to the CC Foundation and Institutional Scholarships page
Sundell Scholarship Summary:
- Scholarship Established: Geologist Kent Sundell, Ph.D., has established a generous endowed fund at Casper College.
- Award Details: The fund provides five annual scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $2,000 each.
- Purpose: To provide financial and emotional support for students pursuing careers in geology and related scientific fields.
- Eligibility: Applicants must maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA and be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours.
- Qualifying Majors: Open to students majoring in geology, chemistry, physics, astronomy, or geography.
- Preference: Priority is given to geology majors.
- Residency: Applicants are not required to be Wyoming residents.
- Application: Interested students can apply online at caspercollege.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/foundation-institution.