Grand Valley State University junior Brianne Docter, of Jenison, has been named a 2012 Goldwater Scholar. Docter is a chemistry major and Frederik Meijer Honors College student, and maintains a 4.0 GPA.

The nationally prestigious Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship, awarded to exceptional college sophomores and juniors aiming to pursue careers in science, mathematics and engineering, covers eligible expenses for undergraduate tuition, fees, books and room and board, up to a maximum of $7,500 annually.