The Waseca Area Foundation is making it possible for a handful of Waseca residents to go to college.But these aren't your ordinary students.News 12's Nathan Harrington has the story.When some students are done with high school they close their books for good.But for others, it could be a life-changing event that sends them back to class.Jami Johnson says, "I was laid off from my job and trying to just go back and get some education that will help me find a job that is going to help me and my daughter for the future."But Jami's return to school wouldn't be possible without help from the Waseca Area Foundation and a scholarship from the EF Johnson Foundation, intended to keep the best and brightest in Waseca.Karen Buum says, "Edgar Johnson originally wanted to support and promote his workforce in the community of Waseca through additional education."So the Waseca Area Foundation decided to support those who decided not to continue their education right out of high school, with scholarships to area colleges, including South Central College.But for Erica Forsythe, that plan hasn't worked out like she thought.Erica Forsythe says, "I've been working locally and was finding it difficult to make ends meet and decided I didn't want to do that and live that way forever. I want to have a family. Want to be able to offer them more."Non-traditional students never had the advantages through financial aid that students right out of high school had.But the Waseca community is hoping the students receiving this scholarship better themselves and their community through a better education.Pat Abbe says, "Non-traditional students have often already settled here, they have families here sometimes, and they're interested in giving back to the community in terms of being a strong player in the workplace."Jami and Erica both want to be strong members of the medical field and know it won't be an easy road.But they are both confident their hard work will lead to success, and that they couldn't have done it without the help of this scholarship.Jami Johnson says, "I may not be able to focus as much of my time to school as I would need to, especially in nursing. It takes a lot of time."Erica Forsythe says, "Challenging myself, learning new skills. Feels like I am going to be a valuable member of my community. It's a good feeling."In North Mankato, Nathan Harrington, News 12.