University Of Oregon Senior Awarded $4,000 Scholarship From OnPoint Community Credit Union (Photo) - 12/15/25
Scholarship supports Lundquist College of Business students who pursue careers in commercial banking
EUGENE, Ore. — A senior accounting major at the University of Oregon’s Lundquist College of Business has been named the recipient of the OnPoint Community Credit Union Scholarship. The $4,000 award will support the senior during the 2025–2026 academic year as they pursue a career in commercial banking. While choosing to remain anonymous, the student shares how the scholarship will help.
“OnPoint’s generosity has made a significant difference in my academic journey, and I am truly honored to receive this scholarship. The support helps ease some of the financial burden; it also motivates me to continue striving for excellence in the field of accounting. I am inspired by OnPoint’s commitment to supporting students like me and hope to one day pay that generosity forward,” said the recent scholarship winner.
First-of-its-kind scholarship at the University of Oregon
OnPoint Community Credit Union created the first dedicated commercial banking scholarship at the Lundquist College of Business in 2024. It awards $4,000 annually to an undergraduate student who demonstrates an interest in a banking career.
“At OnPoint, we believe investing in education is one of the most powerful ways we can strengthen our communities,” said Bob Harding, senior vice president and chief commercial officer, OnPoint Community Credit Union. “Supporting students helps ensure the commercial banking industry continues to thrive with talented, passionate professionals who are ready to make a positive impact.”
Fueling commercial banking education
The OnPoint scholarship aligns with the school’s growing interest in commercial banking. Enrollment in the university’s commercial banking courses has experienced significant growth since 2020, offering students training in financial skills such as risk analysis, loan structuring and ethics, along with providing networking opportunities with industry executives.
2026-27 Applications Are Open
The scholarship application for the 2026–2027 school year will open on December 15 and close on February 16, 2026. The Lundquist College of Business oversees the application and selection process, which includes a personal statement, resume, and committee review. Recipients are selected based on financial need and the student’s interest in pursuing a career in banking.
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About OnPoint Community Credit Union
OnPoint Community Credit Union is the largest credit union in Oregon, serving over 631,000 members and with assets of $9.56 billion. Founded in 1932, OnPoint Community Credit Union’s membership is available to anyone who lives or works in one of 28 Oregon counties (Benton, Clackamas, Clatsop, Columbia, Coos, Crook, Curry, Deschutes, Douglas, Gilliam, Hood River, Jackson, Jefferson, Josephine, Klamath, Lane, Lincoln, Linn, Marion, Morrow, Multnomah, Polk, Sherman, Tillamook, Wasco, Washington, Wheeler and Yamhill) and four Washington counties (Clark, Cowlitz, Lewis and Skamania) and their immediate family members. OnPoint Community Credit Union is federally insured by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA). More information is available at onpointcu.com.
