Have you scheduled your semester check in with the scholarship coordinator?
Reisher is here to support you. We have resources to, career exploration and internships, financial coaching and overall support.
If you have an in-depth question or situation, or you need scholarship or financial specific help, get on Mack's calendar!
For academic advising needs, IRIS is always here to support you on your academic journey! Schedule with an IRIS Academic Advisor to utilize their specialties!
Orionna Byrd
Meet Your Peer Advocate
- Major: Business Administration
- Class Standing: Junior
- Hometown: Aurora, CO
- Hobbies and Interests:
- Why I Chose CMU: I chose CMU because I am the type of person who wants to try everything in life. CMU offers a variety of options and opportunities that other Universities do not. One of the opportunities being the Hospitality Management program. That knowledge is what drew me to CMU as well as the beauty that surrounds the campus.
Pragya Luitel
Meet Your Peer Advocate
- Major: Computer Information Systems Minor: Business Analytics
- Class Standing: Junior
- Hometown: Kathmandu, Nepal, but grew up in Grand Junction, CO
- Hobbies and Interests: If I am not immersed in school or work, my favorite hobby is cooking.
- Why I Chose CMU: I chose CMU because it provided me with a sense of belonging. CMU is where I could not only pursue my academic goals but also find a community that feels like home.
If you want or need a quick check-in to touch base or ask a quick question your Peer Advocates are happy to arrange a time to meet with you!
General Eligibility Criteria
- Colorado resident
- Have a completed FAFSA for the year of application
- Demonstrate specific financial need as determined by FAFSA
- Enroll as a full-time student each semester (12 or more credits)
- Pursuing a Bachelors degree
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (CMU or transfer)
Continuing CMU Students
Must meet the above general eligibility criteria in addition to the following:
- Sophomore standing (30-59 completed credits) by Fall of the next year enrolled at CMU
- Have a cumulative CMU GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Have an expected graduation date within 3 years of being selected as a Reisher Scholar
Transferring Students
Must meet the above general eligibility criteria in addition to:
- Transfer from a junior or community college with a junior standing by the first year enrolled at CMU.
- CMU Tech students with a completed associates may qualify
- Transferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Have an expected graduation date within 2 years of being selected as a Reisher Scholar
Renewal Criteria
All criteria must be met to be eligible.
- Student must successfully complete a minimum of 12 credit hours each fall and spring semester (scholarship not available during the summer session).
- Maintain cumulative Colorado Mesa University GPA of 3.00 or higher.
- Must stay on-track to graduate within funding timeline (3 years for continuing, 2 years for transfer students).
- Complete the FAFSA every year in a timely manner to meet early priority deadlines
- Work an average of 10 hours per week during the school year
- Attend required Reisher Scholar events
- Thurs. Jan. 25th 5:30-7 PM Houston 104 Reisher Spring Kickoff Event - RSVP here
- Mon. Feb. 12th 4-6 PM University Center 213 Reisher Valentines for Seniors - RSVP here
- Fri. Feb. 23rd 5:30-7:30 PM Escalante Hall 130 Board Game Night - RSVP here
- Mon. March 4th Angleos Pottery 2478 Patterson Rd STE 11 - Pottery Painting - RSVP here
- Mon. March 11th 6:00-7:00 PM Kodiaxe, Reisher midterm Axe Throwing - RSVP here
- Wed. April 10th 12-5 PM Non-Trad Team Scavenger Hunt across CMU campus and Grand Junction - RSVP here
- Wed. April 17th 2-4pm Cooking class with Aharon at CMU Tech - RSVP here
- Thurs. April 18th 6-8 PM Bowling at Freeway Bowl - RSVP here
- Wed. May 1st TBD Reisher Spring Banquet - RSVP here
- Sat. May 4th 11 AM-1 PM Foster Fieldhouse Court 1, Young Athletes Play Group Volunteer with Special Olympic events - email Sarah [email protected] to RSVP and get more information
- Sat. May 11th 11 AM-1 PM Foster Fieldhouse Court 1, Young Athletes Play Group Volunteer with Special Olympic events - email Sarah [email protected] to RSVP and get more information