WGU Washington Honors the Memory of Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Tim Lowenberg with $10,000 Scholarship Opportunity for Members of Military Community

KENT, Wash., Nov. 1, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- To celebrate the life of Major General Tim Lowenberg, as well as his decades of honorable service to his state and nation, WGU Washington is proud to offer the Major General Tim Lowenberg Heroes Scholarship. Three Washington heroes will be selected to receive the award. Military personnel, retired military, veterans, or military spouses are encouraged to apply. Valued at up to $10,000 ($2,500 per term, up to four terms), the funds can be applied to any of WGU Washington's more than 60 degree programs. The deadline to apply for the Major General Tim Lowenberg Heroes Scholarship is January 31, 2018.

"What he did for our state and nation is immeasurable, but I'll remember Tim most for his warmth, kindness, and what he gave of himself to help others achieve their dreams," said Dr. Rich Cummins, Chancellor of WGU Washington. "He was – and will always be – a hero. Hopefully, the scholarship will, in a small way, honor his amazing legacy."

Lowenberg was a great Washingtonian and trusted advisor to WGU Washington. Among his many, outstanding accomplishments, he served as adjutant general of the Washington Military Department and commander of the Washington National Guard from 1999 until his retirement in 2012, highlighting a career that spanned more than 44 years in the U.S. Air Force.

He was a tremendous advocate for increased access to educational opportunities, helping establish the Washington Youth Academy in 2008 that empowers at-risk youth to improve their educational levels and employment potential to become responsible and productive citizens. He served on the WGU Washington Advisory Board since 2013.

Lowenberg passed away at his home in University Place, Wash. in August 2017. He was 70 years old.

"Major General Tim Lowenberg lived a life of service to his state and his country. Trudi and I send our thoughts to his family and will hold them in our hearts as they remember him, and we hope all Washingtonians will do the same," said Gov. Jay Inslee after learning of Lowenberg's passing. "America's freedom endures because of those who answer the call to serve. General Lowenberg was the epitome of service, and on behalf of a grateful state and nation, I want to thank him and his family for their service and sacrifice."

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