09ScholarshipGrantReport

	Scholarship / Grant Report, 2009

		^{The HL Snyder Medical Foundation (“HLSMF”) proudly announces the awarding of the 2009 scholarships and grants to local Winfield students who are pursuing careers in healthcare.}

		^{The HLSMF Trustees formally welcomed the 2009 class of scholarship and grant recipients during a reception held at the Harbor at Winfield High School. On hand to congratulate the recipients were HLSMF trustees, USD 465 Superintendent Marvin Estes, family and friends. After an opening address, Scholarship Committee Chair, Hannelore Snyder Brown, presented each scholarship recipient with a certificate designating his or her scholarship or grant amount. Recipients were individually congratulated by Trustees and Scholarship Committee members, David Andreas, Dorothy Flottman, and Marjorie Snyder. The HLSMF Scholarship Committee was inspired by the consistent academic excellence these students achieved. Committee Chair Hannelore Snyder Brown stated, “While only a select percentage of WHS students choose a career in the healthcare fields, credit should be given to those who formulate the foundation upon which these students achieve their success. It is a tribute and a credit to the educators and parents of the Winfield community that not only do these students perform well during their High School career but that drive for superior achievement continues well into their tenure in college.” A total of $52,100.00 in scholarships and grants was awarded.}

		^{The 2009 Miller Scholar, named in honor of Dr. Franklin and Mrs. Ellen Miller, is Crystal Huffman, a senior at Southwestern College, School of Nursing. The Ellen Miller estate donated monies to the HLSMF to honor a Southwestern College, School of Nursing graduating senior. The 2009 HL Snyder Scholar is Whitley Spengler. Ms. Spengler is currently studying nursing at Southwestern College. The HL Snyder Scholar designation is awarded to a student who has shown exemplary success academically in their chosen major. Factored into this designation are the letters of recommendation from the recipient's professors, describing the student's ability to provide mentorship and leadership amongst their classmates.}

		^{Carrie Emerson received a $1,000 grant to complete her Respiratory Therapist certification at Cowley County Community College.} ^{Melissa Emerson was presented with a $1,000 scholarship. Emerson will receive her degree in Nursing from Emporia State University.} ^{Samara Fields received a $1,000 grant and is a Pre-Pharmacy major at Southwest Oklahoma State University.} ^{Scott McSpadden was awarded a $1,000 scholarship. McSpadden is attending NESU School of Optometry in Oklahoma.} ^{Jaden Bailey was presented with a $2,000 scholarship. Bailey is studying Dentistry at UMKC School of Dentistry.} ^{Cindy Groene received a $2,000 scholarship and will pursue her Family Nurse Practitioners degree from Wichita State University.} ^{Alexandria Kaufman received a $2,000 grant and is a Nursing major at the University of Kansas (KU Medical Center, Kansas City).} ^{Ashley Hall received a $2,000 scholarship. Hall is in her 2nd year of graduate work towards her doctorate in Physical Therapy.} ^{Megan Legako, Oklahoma State University, was presented with a $2,000 grant and is a Pre-Pharmacy major.} ^{Laurel Meysing received a $1,000 grant and is a Pre-Medicine major at Oklahoma State University.} ^{Shanie Maxwell, Southwestern College, is a Nursing student and received a $2,000 scholarship.} ^{Kari Roth, Southwestern College, was presented with a $2,000 scholarship and is studying Psychology.} ^{Arista Waite was awarded a $2,000 grant for her junior year at Lindenwood University where she is majoring in Athletic Training. She is also completing her coursework for her Physician’s Assistant.} ^{Megan Ziegler, University of Kansas, Pre-Pharmacy major was awarded a $2,000 grant.} ^{Susan Carver was awarded a $3,000 scholarship and is in her second year of Pharmacy at Creighton University.} ^{Emily Meyer received a $3,000 scholarship and is studying Radiology Technology at Washburn University.} ^{Craig Turner was presented with a $4,000 scholarship. Turner was admitted into the accelerated BS/MD program at UMKC. Only 100 students are accepted into this program each year. Of those 100 students, 50 students are from Missouri and the remainder come from all over the United States.} ^{Jennifer Sturich, University of Kansas Medical Center, is in her second year of Medicine and was presented with a $4,000 scholarship.}

		^{In a collaborative effort between USD 465, Winfield High School, Arkansas City High School, Cowley County Community College and HLSMF, a grant program was established to encourage and foster high school students interested in medical careers. The Marvin Estes and Dolly Bonfy Healthcare grant was awarded to students who will receive their Home Healthcare Aide and/or Certified Nurses Aide certification through Cowley County Community College. Students were required to satisfactorily complete their Healthcare Exploration classes, have an above average GPA, 2 letters of reference along with full grant application for review by the HLSMF Scholarship Committee. This year’s awardees are:}

		^{Elicia Gomez} ^{Lakisha Kemp} ^{Nancy Misasi} ^{Kelsey McDonald} ^{Kari Reed} ^{Arin Richardson} ^{Briana Rolo} ^{Amanda Walker} ^{Alyssa Trammell} ^{Molly Warren}
		^{The Scholarship Committee works in conjunction with Winfield High School teacher, Mr. Greg Carver and WHS administrators to award $500 grants to recent WHS graduates who intend to study in healthcare related fields.}
		^{Samara, Fields} ^{Erin Griffiths} ^{Sarah Kernell} ^{Laurel Meysing} ^{Craig Turner}
		^{Founded in 1943 by the Snyder family, friends and community leaders, the HLSMF has had a long standing commitment to medical research and to the community of Winfield that has been so generous in its support throughout the years. As a way to give back to the community and to support the next generation of entrants into medical and scientific fields, HLSMF established the scholarship and grant program in 2002. Two of the primary goals of the program are to help deserving Winfield students pursue careers in these professions, and to minimize the financial burden they incur during these academic endeavors.}

		^{The scholarship committee of HLSMF encourages all interested applicants to contact the organization. Call 221-4080 or visit the offices at 1407 Wheat Road for additional information.}