Dr. Karen Gougeon & Mr. Brad Gougeon

Mary C. Kato was a life-long resident of Bay City. She was a very loving mother and helped instill the love of leaning in her four children. All four were successful; three have college degrees and one has a career in the military. Dr. Karen Gougeon, Mrs. Kato’s youngest child, is a practicing dentist in Auburn and a graduate of Saginaw Valley State University with a degree in Medical Technology.

Dr. Gougeon established this scholarship to honor her mother’s commitment to education and her strong positive influence on her children’s lives. Dr. Gougeon also believes in the importance of encouraging women in their pursuit of degrees in the Sciences at Saginaw Valley State University.