Published on January 16, 2026

Bronson Nurses Awarded Nursing Scholarships for 2026 Academic Year 

Eight side by side headshots of Bronson's eight 2026 Nurse Scholarship Winners.

Photographed left to right: Dylan Arbanas, BSN, RN; Gabrielle Bommerscheim, RN; Madison Holcomb, BSN, RN, HNB-BC; Stephanie Kohlert, RN; Lauren Kurtz, BSN, RN; Megan Munn, RN; Kaylee Nagel, RN; Jill VanOrman, RN, EMT-P

Bronson Healthcare proudly announces the recipients of its 2026 Nursing Scholarships. These registered nurses (RNs) were selected from a pool of applicants across the Bronson Healthcare system and will receive scholarship funds to support their pursuit of advanced nursing degrees.

"With a growing demand for highly skilled nurses, our patients rely on caregivers who are prepared to meet increasingly complex health challenges," explains Tresa Kruis, Vice President of Patient Care Services & Chief Nursing Officer at Bronson Methodist Hospital. "That’s why supporting our nurses in advancing their education is essential. Not only does it strengthen their professional growth, but it also directly improves patient care and outcomes."

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Scholarship Recipients:

  • Gabrielle Bommerscheim, RN: Bronson Methodist Hospital, Extended Medical Care Unit
  • Stephanie Kohlert, RN: Bronson Commons, Post-Acute Care
  • Megan Munn, RN: Bronson Methodist Hospital, Labor & Delivery
  • Kaylee Nagel, RN: Bronson Methodist Hospital, General Medical Unit
  • Jill VanOrman, RN, EMT-P: Bronson LakeView Hospital, Emergency Department

Master of Science in Nursing Scholarship Recipients:

  • Dylan Arbanas, BSN, RN: Bronson Battle Creek Hospital, General Medical Unit
  • Madison Holcomb, BSN, RN, HNB-BC: Bronson Methodist Hospital, Labor & Delivery
  • Lauren Kurtz, BSN, RN: Bronson Methodist Hospital, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit

These scholarships are funded through the Margaret H. Varney Scholarship Endowment, established by Bronson Health Foundation. Margaret Varney, a graduate of the Bronson School of Nursing and a former Bronson Methodist Hospital employee, left a lasting legacy through this fund, which continues to support the development of exceptional nursing professionals. To learn more about this and other Bronson Health Foundation funds, visit bronsonfoundation.com.

Every day, Bronson nurses make a meaningful impact by delivering care with expertise, compassion and heart. If a nurse has made your experience better, consider nominating them for a DAISY Award at bronsonthankanurse.com. You can also share your story of exceptional care with anyone on Team Bronson at bronsonpositivity.com. Your story has the power to inspire, uplift and spread a little more positivity in our community.