Marion Hudson Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was originally established at Dana College in 2003 and re-established at Midland University in 2010. Marion Hudson was the first African-American student to attend Dana College, graduating as a member of the Class of 1956. Beyond his legacy of opening the doors of Dana to minority students, Marion Hudson was a multi-sport athlete, setting records in track and field and football, and becoming one of Nebraska’s most acclaimed athletes. Beyond his stellar athletic ability and the great reason for his athletic success was his goal to be an exemplary athlete, student and person in life. This scholarship is to be awarded to an African-American student athlete who personifies the qualities the legendary Marion Hudson.