Edith M. Bletcher Scholarship
University of Michigan Alumnae Council
Award Amount: $2,000
Deadline: 2026-05-01
Location: Benzie; Hillsdale, MI
Minimum GPA: Not specified
Grade Level: 12
Overview
The Edith M. Bletcher Scholarship was established in 2002 by the University of Michigan Alumnae Council to honor the 38-year career of Edith (Edi) Bletcher (1964-2002). A friend’s gift of $100 when Edi set off for college turned into a life dedicated to providing assistance to U-M students seeking financial help — and a friendly ear — during her 38 year U-M career. As Director of Student-Alumni Services, Edi administered alumnae/alumni scholarships and University merit awards, and developed nine new endowments for the Alumnae Council. While with Financial Aid she worked to make scholarship information more accessible for students, and played a key role in shaping the Shipman Society and Scholarship program.