Clifford Chief had a philosophy of involving others in business decisions, setting the foundation for the participative management style that is evident today. The Badger Mining Corporation established this scholarship in honor of the memory and legacy Mr. Chier created and to recognize the foundry industry for its role in the success of the company for over hald a century.

2007 - Olivia Underwood – University of Alabama
2006 - Sean Stefaniak - Penn State
2005 - Karen Deason - University of Windsor
2004 - Alan Johansen - Alan Johansen
2003 - Matthew Mitchell - University of Wisconsin-Platteville