Photo (left to right) Dr. Pete Karsten, Campus President Baker College of Auburn Hills, Michael Vickers, Award Recipient, and Jackie Buchanan, Genisys Credit Union President and CEO.��
Auburn Hills, Mich. � Genisys Credit Union, which provides services to anyone who lives or works in the Lower Peninsula, recently funded the 2014 Dianne Addington Community Leadership scholarship to local Baker College student, Michael Vickers.
"We are grateful to be able to assist students in their academic career," said Jackie Buchanan, President and CEO of Genisys Credit Union. "We wish Mr. Vickers the best of luck with his future endeavors."
This $2,000 scholarship was created in honor of former CEO, Dianne Addington, who retired in 2010. Addington served on many boards in the community throughout her career, including the Baker College of Auburn Hills Board of Regents.
Vickers was selected as the recipient of this award due to his passion to give back to his community. Vickers serves as a Pastor for a church located in Pontiac, MI. In addition he works closely with The Baldwin Center and Hope Warming Center by volunteering to help serve food to local residents in need and by working to motivate individuals who did not complete their high school degree, to prepare and take the GED test.�
"I am honored to receive this scholarship for something I love doing. It is so wonderful for others to recognize the importance of volunteering," said Vickers.
Vickers is currently pursuing a bachelors degree in Human Resources at Baker College. It is his aspiration post- graduation to run a homeless shelter and feeding center to assist those in need in his community.�
"Baker College of Auburn Hills is very proud to have Mr. Vickers as a student and graduate of our institution. �While juggling the responsibilities of a busy family life, a professional career, and significant community involvement, Mr. Vickers was able to successfully complete his associates degree", said Dr. Pete Karsten, Campus President Baker College of Auburn Hills. �"We are pleased that he is returning to Baker College to obtain his bachelors degree. �I am thankful for the support of Genisys Credit Union in providing an annual scholarship to a deserving Baker College student."��
This is one of several scholarships that Genisys Credit Union offers to collegiate students. Throughout the year Genisys Credit Union provides a scholarship for Cleary University degree-seeking students that serve their communities as volunteers and leaders. They also support the Miss Oakland County Scholarship program and each year they grant a scholarship to an exemplary Rochester Adams High School DECA student. Genisys Credit Union partners with the Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce to provide two scholarships for the Rochester Hometown Christmas Parade Jr. Grand Marshals. In addition, Genisys provides the Making A Difference Scholarship through their social media platforms. Lastly, the Fran Anderson Making A Difference scholarship is presented by Genisys Credit Union through the Holiday Extravaganza parade.
About Genisys Credit Union:
Genisys Credit Union is a not-for-profit, member-owned financial institution that has been committed to helping its members financially since 1936. Based out of Auburn Hills, MI, Genisys is one of the largest credit unions in Michigan, with over 144,000 members and 23 branch locations. They also provide business loans and a range of services for small to mid-sized businesses.� Genisys Credit Union is proud to be making a difference in their communities, and truly believes that Genisys is "where you come first". Connect with Genisys on Facebook and Twitter by following "GenisysCU". For convenient access to your account, download the Genisys iPhone App in the iTunes Store and Android App in the Google Play Store. For more information or a calendar of events, visit Genisys online at www.genisyscu.org.
Photo (left to right) Dr. Pete Karsten, Campus President Baker College of Auburn Hills, Michael Vickers, Award Recipient, and Jackie Buchanan, Genisys Credit Union President and CEO.��