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November 2010 Navy
By LCDR Gail Holzworth, USNR (Ret)
The Committee and the Association of the United States Navy would like to congratulate these recipients of the scholarship awards:
Alexandra A. Colt
San Diego, CA 92106
Weeks/Mellish Scholarship
Alexandra loves learning. Inducted into the National Spanish Honor Society, she was also top honor roll student in her school, earning her a National Merit Commended Student. Also loving children, Alexandra became interested in psychology and will be combining the two as a pediatric neuro psychologist. Working toward this goal, she has traveled across country to Baltimore to attend Johns Hopkins University. Loving football, perhaps the Baltimore Ravens will be gaining another fan. We wish you the very best.
Christina M. Robinson
COMNAVFORKOREA, UNIT 15250
APO, AP 96205-5250
Weeks/Mellish Scholarship
A second-time winner of an AUSN scholarship, Christina has been attending University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana in the General Engineering Program. She is planning a secondary field in Computer Sciences, and a minor in math. Continuing to work with children, as she did in Korea, Christina volunteers at the Crisis Nursery. She is a member of the Society of Women Engineers. We wish you continued success in your chosen fields.
Michelle L. Wojciechowicz
Rydal, PA 19046
Weeks/Mellish Scholarship
Michelle is entering her sophomore year at George Washington University in the College of Engineering. She has an interest in languages and worked as an unpaid intern on the Hill. Michelle was active in Girl Scouts and high school sports. She was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal; Union League of Philadelphia's Good Citizen's Award; President's Award for Educational Excellence; and was a National Merit Scholar. When Michelle completes her Engineering Degree, she is thinking about a career in the United States Marine Corps. We wish her every success.
Ryan P. Green
Lakeside, AZ 85929
Weeks/Mellish Scholarship
Ryan is attending Arizona State University as a freshman this year. His interest is in Computer Sciences. While in high school, Ryan enjoyed music and scuba-diving clubs. Good luck to you, Ryan.
Holly S. Epple
Floyds Knobs, In 47119
Weeks/Mellish Scholarship
With an interest in Premed, Holly is attending Indiana University as a freshman. During her high school years, Holly was a member of the National Honor Society, Secretary of the Senior Class, and a volunteer in her church and community. She loves to travel and has enjoyed an astronomy class, and the NASA Space Camp for three years. Best wishes to you, Holly.
Matthew L. Johnson
Waverly, OH 45690
CAPT Roland M. Hamilton Scholarship
Matthew has been accepted to Wright State University and looks forward to becoming a Physician. He enjoys music, and was in the marching band in high school. Matthew volunteers with the Leo and Lions clubs in his community. We wish him every success.
Kristin E. Fox
Burke, VA 22015
Carol Young Brook Foundation Scholarship With an interest in both science and veterinarian medicine, Kristen entered the University of Florida as a freshman this September. She participated in high school track and field sports, and was a member of the National Honor Society. Good luck in your chosen field.
Matthew J. Lopez
Austin, TX 78739
CAPT Irene N. Wirtschafter Scholarship
Matthew has been accepted into the freshman class at Rice University. With many diverse interests, Matthew has not yet chosen his field of specialization. Boy Scouting was a big interest in his growingup period. In high school, he was a member of the marching band and was inducted into both the National Honor Society and the National Spanish Honor Society. Good luck, Matthew.
William N. McCarthy
Winchester, MA 01890
CAPT Fred Carl Scholarship
A supporter of old-fashioned values, William will be entering the college of his choice with a major in Chemistry. He was elected to the National Honor Society and the National Spanish Honor Society in high school. William has music as his favorite thing to do, playing the alto sax in a jazz band. The summer of his senior year, he worked in a biochemistry lab on drug design with peptide "warheads" for treatments of cancer and diabetes. We wish you the best.
Brandon R. Minton
Zephyrhills, FL
CWO4 Lorna E. Bridenstine Scholarship
A second-time awardee of a scholarship, Brandon is a sophomore at the University of Florida, majoring in History. He is active in Gator Wesley Athletics group, playing intramural sports. Not sure of his ultimate goals, Brandon continues his academic studies. Good luck, Brandon!
Yohanna P. Lantz
Tyngsboro, MA 01879
CAPT Haig Boudour Scholarship
Yohanna is a sophomore at Ithaca College, pursuing a degree in Performing Arts. The things that influenced her most in life, were being class president for three years in high school and doing serious acting for seven years. Yohanna was the recipient of the President's Scholarship from Ithaca College. These recipients have the highest academic achievements. Best wishes in achieving your goals.
Rebecca R. Prose
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
USAA Scholarship
With what she describes as a "lifechanging experience," Rebecca attended a Colorado State Patrol Youth Academy. Prior to this week-long course, she wanted to be a Marine Biologist. Now, Rebecca is attending Arizona State University as a freshman in the school of Criminal Justice. She is a semi-professional ballet dancer, and a skilled photographer. Rebecca was inducted into the National Honor Society and Arts Honor Society. Following in her father's footsteps, she plans on joining the fire department during college. Our best to you in your endeavors.
Nicole L. Kallmeyer
Union, KY 41091
CAPT Richard Hendel Scholarship
A second-time winner of an AUSN scholarship, Nicole continues at Northern Kentucky University in her sophomore year. As most improved rider at NKET, Nicole works with her horse, getting ready for shows when not in the classroom. Law is still a career goal, as well as having her own horse farm. Our best wishes to you.
Christopher Honeycutt
San Diego, CA 92131
CAPT Blanche B. Schultz Scholarship
Christopher has entered Villanova University as a freshman, majoring in Business, with the ultimate goal of being a military pilot. An Eagle Scout, Christopher is also interested in sports and helps coach a sixth grade flag football team. Good luck in accomplishing your goals.
Steven J. Jew
Hayward, CA 94542
Carol Young Brook Foundation/CAPT James M. Coopersmith Scholarship
A second-time awardee of a scholarship, Steven continues on his chosen path of Physical Therapy at California State/East Bay. He also continues mission work with his church, doing outreach to teens and building homes in Central America. We wish you continued success.