The devotion of a sister to her brother’s last wish has established a new engineering scholarship at Michigan State University.

The Steven James Church Mechanical Engineering Endowed Fund will benefit those interested in careers in mechanical engineering, said his sister Anne Marie Church, who lives in Grand Rapids.

“Having got his start at Michigan State, it was Steve’s wish to establish a scholarship that would allow others to study mechanical engineering at MSU as he had done,” Church said. “I am establishing this fund in his loving memory.”

Tamara Reid Bush, professor and interim chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, said she is excited that the experiences Steven Church had in mechanical engineering during his time at MSU resulted in a desire to give back to future students.

“It is passion from alumni, like Steven, that continues to confirm the positive, collaborative learning environment at MSU. The mechanical engineering faculty and students are extremely grateful for the kindness and support provided by this scholarship.”

To read more about Steven Church and his legacy, visit egr.msu.edu.