Mary Adrian Memorial Adult Learner Scholarship

Mary Adrian Memorial Scholarship Fund for Adult Learners and Leaders

In honor of Mary Adrian's life, Mary's family and RRCC colleagues are developing a scholarship in her memory. Please consider making a contribution in any amount to establish a one-time scholarship supporting adult learners attending Red Rocks Community College in Academic Year 2024-25. Every donation will be matched dollar for dollar through Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative in honor of our true friend and amazing advocate for adult learners, herself having been one.

"It only makes sense that since I am personally a lifelong learner and currently earning a long overdue degree, that I would work for an institution of higher education. I love helping students find the resources and support they need to be successful in college. The variety of hats I wear within my position taps into many skills including creative problem solving, organizing, directing, designing, communicating, training, coordinating, purchasing, information gathering, implementing and so much more. Every day is different and it's true...you learn something new every day! At least it's true for me."  

       -Mary Adrian 

Mary fought a courageous fight since September of 2024 against very aggressive leukemia. Despite all the treatments, doctor visits, tests, and hospital stays, she always kept a positive outlook, looking at the glass half full - in true Mary fashion. That was her outlook on life. She will be tremendously missed by those of us who knew her. 

"Mary meant the world to me and to so many of us. We can honor her memory by living our lives like she did, with compassion, humility, faith, and love."

       -Dr. Lisa Fowler, Dear Friend, Vice President Student Affairs, RRCC

Celebration of Life service for Mary Adrian on August 16, 2024, at Evergreen Memorial Park. 

Evergreen Memorial Park

26624 N. Turkey Creek Road 

Evergreen, Colorado 80439