On May 15, WMU-Cooley Law School's Auburn Hills campus held their eighth annual charity event to raise money for the Western Michigan University Cooley Law School Scholarship. This year, the charity event was called FUNDS Financing the Undergraduate Needs of Detroit Scholars.
The event raised over $5,000 for the scholarship that helps Detroit Public School students who would otherwise not be able to afford undergraduate school. The scholarship will be awarded each year to a graduate of a Detroit public school who has expressed an interest in attending law school after college.
"This was a great opportunity for Cooley Law School to join together with the community to benefit Detroit public school students who are interested in law school," said Lisa Halushka, WMU-Cooley Law School assistant dean. "We will mentor the scholarship recipients throughout their undergrad experience and be accessible for future inquiries regarding law school."
The event featured a silent auction and live entertainment. The Detroit Public School All City Jazz Combo performed, and local hip hop artist Big John presented a selection of songs written just for the benefit. Stand-up comedians Adam Degi, Grand Rapids' Funniest Person recipient; and Stu McCallister, Gilda's LaughFest participant rounded out the evening's entertainment.
The scholarship is administered by Detroit College Promise, a non-profit organization which is part of the Detroit Public Schools Foundation. The scholarship fills the gap for students for needs that are not usually included in other scholarships or financial aid, such as transportation, clothes, and food.
Published: Mon, May 23, 2016
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