WINONA LAKE, Ind. -- Grace College announced it was recently awarded a $78,000 grant from the K21 Health Foundation to purchase equipment to enhance its medical imaging program offered in partnership with John Patrick University.

Grace officials say the school's new sonogram machine and ten Butterfly IQ+ units will be used to train students in diagnostic ultrasound, expand the curriculum, and ensure graduates are prepared to meet the region's healthcare needs.

“Grace College is committed to preparing students for health careers serving our community and beyond,” said Dr. Nate Bosch, dean of the School of Science and Engineering at Grace. “Our medical imaging program trains students in diagnostic ultrasound, a field experiencing increasing demand in Kosciusko County, along with three other imaging technologies. We project 50% of the program’s graduates will work in medical facilities serving Kosciusko County residents.”

The K21 Health Foundation is a private foundation aiming to improve health and wellness for the residents of Kosciusko County.

Bosch says these industry-standard ultrasound tools will help students gain skills for clinical and full-time positions.