 While the attendees enjoyed a sumptuous brunch, Lincoln College Vice
President Debbie Ackerman led an informative program including
updates on three new scholarships awarded in 2012 and two new
scholarships to be awarded in 2013. Lincoln College student Robert
Wilhelmson of Fort Morgan, Colo., spoke on behalf of the student
recipients. Alumnus John Means of Mason City shared comments about
his days as a student and former teacher at Lincoln College,
providing insights on the scholarship established by his mother in
memory of his father, Dr. Jack Means.The following Lincoln
College students are the recipients of scholarships to attend the
college. The funds come from generous donations by some of Lincoln
College's closest alumni, parents and friends and help many
deserving students realize their dream of a college education.
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This year's scholarship
recipients.
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The Anna K. and Bernard E. Behrends Endowed Scholarship
was named in honor of brother and sister alumni Bernard, LC '48, and
Anna, LC '36, and is awarded to students demonstrating academic
promise who are graduates of a Logan County high school or a high
school in a district contiguous to Logan County. Each year, the
Behrends scholarships help deserving students to realize their dream
of a college education. This year's recipients are:
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a 2011 graduate of Lincoln Community High School and the son of
Dennis and Teresa Rekart of Lincoln.
Lindsey Sanders ,
a 2011 graduate of Lincoln Community High School and the
daughter of Steve and Cathy Sanders of Lincoln.
Luke Donath , a
2011 graduate of Lincoln Community High School and the son of
Aaron and Brenda Dunn of Monticello.
Sarah Edwards ,
a 2011 graduate of Lincoln Community High School and the
daughter of Troy Edwards and Tamara Baker of Lincoln.
Austin Potter ,
a 2011 graduate of Lincoln Community High School and the son of
Dawn and Jerry Potter of Lincoln.
Lauren Matson ,
a 2012 graduate of Lincoln Community High School and the
daughter of Rodney and Tammy Matson of Lincoln.
Taylor Perry ,
a 2011 graduate of Lincoln Community High School and the
daughter of Thomas and Teri Perry of Lincoln.
Anna Grace Maxwell ,
a 2012 graduate of Lincoln Community High School and the
daughter of Jeffrey and Rebecca Maxwell Jones of Lincoln.
Zachary Schleder ,
a 2012 graduate of Lincoln Community High School and the son of
Rodney and Missy Schleder of Lincoln.
Kenneth Newton ,
a 2012 graduate of Lincoln Community High School and the son of
Gene and Renee of Lincoln.
Sommer
McGowan-Williams , a 2012 graduate of Lincoln Community High
School and the daughter of Paula McGowan of Lincoln.
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Kayla Carrell ,
a 2011 graduate of Limestone Community High School and the
daughter of Cheryl Riggen of Bartonville.
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Kristin Davis ,
a 2012 graduate of Delavan High School and the daughter of Vicki
Dirks of Delavan.
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Lacey Green , a 2011 graduate of
Lincoln Community High School and the daughter of Colleen and
Kevon Green of Lincoln.
The J. Richard Gehlbach Endowed Scholarship was
established through a generous donation by John Gehlbach, a longtime
trustee of Lincoln College, and is given in memory of his son, J.
Richard Gehlbach. This year's recipients are:
,
a 2011 graduate of Roanoke-Benson High School and the daughter
of Lance and Tammi Gehlbach of Roanoke.
Courtney Sholar ,
a 2011 graduate of Hyde Park Academy and the daughter of Audrey
Anderson of Chicago.
Derek Breit , a
2011 graduate of Jefferson High School and the son of Patrick
and Wendy Breit of Rockford.
Anthony Higbee ,
a 2011 graduate of Manteno High School and the son of Dorothy
Higbee of Manteno.
Rachel Price ,
a 2011 graduate of Lincolnwood High School and the daughter of
Steve and Tammy Price of Waggoner.
Nicholas Galluzzo ,
a 2011 graduate of Prairie Ridge High School and the son of
Daren and Katrina Hellman of Crystal Lake.
Doron Benjamin ,
a graduate of King David High School and the son of Eric and
Vanessa Benjamin of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Kyla Dunn , a
2012 graduate of Kenwood Academy and the daughter of Karla Dunn
of Chicago.
Kathryn Novosad ,
a 2011 graduate of Wheaton Warrenville South High School and the
daughter of Russell and Gail Novosad of Wheaton.
Robert Lawlor , a 2011 graduate of
Hononegah High School and the son of Rob and Anna Lawlor of
Roscoe.
The H. Safford & Betty Peacock Foundation Scholarship was
established by generous benefactors "Saf" and Betty Peacock. This
year's recipients are:
,
a 2012 graduate of Elyria High School and the daughter of Brian
and Bernice DeKam in Elyria, Ohio.
Aaron Bravick ,
a 2011 graduate of Lincoln High School and the son of James and
Elizabeth Bravick, of Wisconsin Rapids, Wis.
Shelby Leigh ,
a 2011 graduate of Lincoln Community High School and the
daughter of Pamela Loveall of Lincoln.
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Loury Rodriguez ,
a 2011 graduate of Nova High School and the daughter of
Francisco and Mirquella Rodriguez of Davie, Fla.
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Alex Young , a
2011 graduate of Peotone High School and the son of Wendy
Barzycki of Peotone.
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Chukwuka Iwe ,
a 2011 graduate of Saint Louis Park High School and the son of
Peter and Evelyn Onyema of Sierra Vista, Ariz.
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Ryan Trowbridge ,
a 2009 graduate of St. John Vianney High School and the son of
Diane and Darrel Trowbridge of St. Louis, Mo.
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Reginald Martin ,
a 2007 graduate of Hillcrest High School, and son of Tonya White
of Calumet City.
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Kristen Craig ,
a 2010 graduate of Willowbrook High School and the daughter of
Earl and Erica Craig of Hanover Park.
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Michael Hardwick , a 1995 graduate
of Lincoln Community High School and son of Frank Hardwick of
Lincoln.
The Dr. & Mrs. David J. Daniel Scholarship was established
by former faculty member Dr. David Daniel and his wife, JoNell, to
honor his former students and is awarded to students who have an
interest in business, accounting, management or marketing. This
year's recipients are:
,
a 2010 graduate of IENH, Brazil and the daughter of Everton and
Rejane Cury of Novo Hamburgo, Brazil.
Matthew Liddell ,
a 2012 graduate of Wauconda High School and the son of Mark
Liddell and Maggie O'Hara of Island Lake.
Takesha Hughes ,
a 2012 graduate of Peoria High School and the daughter of Anisha
Hughes of Peoria.
Doron Benjamin ,
a graduate of King David High School and the son of Eric and
Vanessa Benjamin of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Loury Rodriguez , a 2011 graduate of
Nova High School and the daughter of Francisco and Mirquella
Rodriguez of Davie, Fla.
The Marguarite & Paul Berger Memorial Scholarship is
awarded to a worthy student in memory of Paul, LC '32, and
Marguarite, LC '36. This year's recipients are:
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a 2011 graduate of La Cueva High School and the son of Geneva
and Eduardo Hernandez of Albuquerque, N.M.
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Matthew Liddell ,
a 2012 graduate of Wauconda High School and the son of Mark
Liddell and Maggie O'Hara of Island Lake.
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Lance Joseph ,
a 2012 graduate of Rich Central High School and the son of
Charles and Janet Joseph of Country Club Hills.
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Kendra Holcom , a 2012 graduate of
Oak Hills High School and the daughter of Dennis and Brenda
Holcom of Converse, Ind.
The Lincoln College Faculty & Staff Scholarship was
established through the annual employee giving campaign. This year's
recipients are:
, a
2012 graduate of Thornton Fractional North High School and the
son of Joel and Maria Flores of Calumet City.
Jasmine Bell ,
a 2012 graduate of Bolingbrook High School and the daughter of
Ledwayne and Sandra Bell of Bolingbrook.
Courtney Crowell ,
a 2011 graduate of Lincoln Community High School and the
daughter of Colleen Crowell of Lincoln.
Alex Jones , a 2012 graduate of
Shelbyville High School and the son of Jack and Becky Jones of
Shelbyville.
The R.J. Gossett Theatre Endowed Scholarship was
established by LC alumna R. Jean Gossett, Class of 1947, to
encourage students interested in the theatrical arts. This year's
recipients are:
,
a 2010 graduate of Thornton Fractional South High School and the
daughter of Cora Murphy of Lansing.
Orrin Keown , a 2012 graduate of
Okaw Valley High School and the son of David and Christina Keown
of Findlay.
The Frances Lane Moriearty Memorial Scholarship was
established by Dr. Pam Moriearty and Scott Moriearty to honor the
memory of their mother and is awarded to a returning male and female
student. This year's recipients are:
,
a 2011 graduate of Centennial High School and the son of Belinda
Washington of Campaign.
Arica Sadler , a 2008 graduate of
Hartsburg-Emden Junior-Senior High School and the daughter of
Alice Brim of Emden.
The Logan County Voiture 985 Forty & Eight Scholarship is
awarded to students with an interest in nursing. This year's
recipients are:
,
a 2011 graduate of Lincoln Community High School and the
daughter of Thomas and Teri Perry of Lincoln.
Kayla Bartz , a 2012 graduate of
Lincoln Community High School and the daughter of Candi Gesner
of Lincoln.
The R.W. Garrett Insurance Agency Scholarship was
established by Roger Garrett to support students who show academic
potential. This year's recipients are:
,
a 2011 graduate of Centennial High School and the son of Belinda
Washington of Champaign.
Rikki Cleeton , a 2012 graduate of
Williamsville High School and the daughter of Lori Plumlee of
Williamsville.
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 The J.M. Abbott and Associates Scholarship recipient is
Kentrell Graham, a 2012 graduate of Centennial High School and
the son of Schaffe and Charlene Smith of Champaign.
The Debra D. Mills Ackerman Memorial Endowed Scholarship
was established by Wayne Ackerman, in memory of his wife Debra Dee
Mills Ackerman, Lincoln College Class of 1993. This year's recipient
is Kalie Reavis, a 2011 graduate of Springfield High School
and the daughter of Chris and Brenda Reavis of Springfield.
The Alexander Family Endowed Scholarship was established
in memory of W. Herbert Alexander, Lincoln College trustee and
alumna, Class of 1934, by his wife, Genevieve Alexander. This year's
recipient is Jasmine Bell, a 2012 graduate of Bolingbrook
High School and the daughter of Ledwayne and Sandra Bell of
Bolingbrook.
The Angela Beltchenko Dance Scholarship was established by
Michael and Laura Beltchenko in honor of their daughter and is
awarded to a full-time student participating in dance activities.
This year's recipient is Aron Durant, a 2012 graduate of
Macomb High School and the son of Marie Durant of Macomb.
The Daniel W. Bock Scholarship was established by Daniel
Bock, a Lincoln College trustee. This year's recipient is Kaitlyn
Frye, a 2011 graduate of Bluff High School and the daughter of
Dianna Frye of New Berlin.
The Melissa Brassard Memorial Scholarship was established
in memory of Melissa Brassard, a volleyball player and posthumous
member of the LC Class of 2005, and is awarded to a member of the
Lady Lynx volleyball team. This year's recipient is Beth Daniels,
a 2011 graduate of Trico Senior High School and the daughter of
Travis and Heather Daniels of Willisville.
The Arthur & Amanda Bree Memorial Scholarship was
established by former trustee Judith Morley in memory of her
parents, Arthur, Class of '36, and Amanda Bree. This year's
recipient is Jason White, a 2012 graduate of Bloom High
School and the son of Michael White of Chicago Heights.
The Mr. & Mrs. Edward Buehler Memorial Scholarship is
awarded to a deserving freshman student. This year's recipient is
Nathan Robinson, a 2011 graduate of Clinton Community High
School and the son of Jennifer Kanta of Weldon and Jerome Robinson
of McLean.
The Commerce Bank Scholarship recipient is Shelby
Hurckes, daughter of Michael and Nancy Hurckes of Ringwood.
The Linda L. Cooper Memorial Scholarship was established
by friends and family in memory of Mrs. Cooper, a former trustee of
Lincoln College. This year's recipient is Kalie Reavis, a
2011 graduate of Springfield High School and the daughter of Chris
and Brenda Reavis of Springfield.
The Robert D. Edwards Family Memorial Scholarship was
established by his family. Mr. Edwards was a member of the LC board
of trustees. This year's recipient is Julio Velasquez, a 2010
graduate of Cibola High School and the son of Julio Velasquez and
Alba Contreras of Albuquerque, N.M.
The Warren Gallagher Memorial Scholarship was established
by his family. Gallagher was a generous benefactor and former
trustee of Lincoln College. This year's recipient is Kendra
Holcom, a 2012 graduate of Oak Hills High School and the
daughter of Dennis and Brenda Holcom of Converse, Ind.
The Ruth Lee Gee Memorial Scholarship was established by
Carol Gee in memory of her mother, Ruth Gee, Lincoln College Class
of 1939. This year's recipient is Caresse Daniel, a 2012
graduate of Marshall Metro High School and the daughter of Kisha
Daniel of Chicago.
The Janet Harris Memorial Scholarship was established by
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas M. Harris in memory of their daughter and is
awarded to an outstanding art student. This year's recipient is
Elysabeth Connolly, a 2011 graduate of Geneva High School and
the daughter of Edward and Nancy Williams of Geneva.
The Hartsburg State Bank Endowed Scholarship is awarded to
a student athlete from Logan County. This year's recipient is
Arica Sadler, a 2008 graduate of Hartsburg-Emden Junior-Senior
High School and the daughter of Alice Brim of Emden.
The James T. Hickey Endowed Scholarship is awarded in
memory of Hickey, former chairman of the LC board of trustees and a
member of the Class of 1947. This year's recipient is Nicholas
Cameron, a 2012 graduate of Lincoln Community High School and
the son of Anthony and Janet Cameron of Lincoln.
The Nathan Holden Memorial Scholarship was established in
memory of Nate Holden, a baseball player and posthumous member of
the LC Class of 2003, and is awarded to a member of the Lynx
baseball team. This year's recipient is Cody Litwiller, a
2011 graduate of Eureka High School and the son of Curtis and Lisa
Litwiller of Eureka.
The Jim and Nancy Ireland Music Scholarship was
established by generous benefactors Jim and Nancy Ireland and is
awarded to a student participating in musical activities at Lincoln
College. This year's recipient is Allen Mendez, a 2010
graduate of Lyons Township High School and the son of Carlos and
Sandra Mendez of La Grange.
The Albert & Ruth Kapik Endowed Scholarship is awarded to
a local graduate. This year's recipient is Kylie Ash, a 2011
graduate of Lincoln Community High School and the daughter of Lisa
and Brian Ash of Lincoln.
The William A. & Katherine A. Komnick & Marjorie Komnick Smith
Scholarship was established by Elsie Menzel, LC Class of 1941,
in memory of her parents and sister. This year's recipient is
Hayley Goebel, a 2011 graduate of Franklin Central High School
and the daughter of Lisa and John Goebel of Indianapolis, Ind.
The Wilbur Layman & Louise Walker Layman Scholarship was
established by friends and family. Mr. Layman, LC Class of 1927, was
a member of the LC board of trustees. This year's recipient is
Robert Wilhelmson, a 2009 graduate of Fort Morgan High School
and the son of Robert and Evelina Wilhelmson of Fort Morgan, Colo.
The Logan County Bank Scholarship recipient is Austin
Gallego, a 2012 graduate of Bryan High School and the son of
James and Candy Gallego of Bryan, Texas.
The Edward R. Madigan Memorial Scholarship was established
in memory of this distinguished LC alumnus, Class of 1955. This
year's recipient is Taylor Hewitt, a 2012 graduate of Bureau
Valley High School and the daughter of Rob and Kelli Hewitt of
Manlius.
The Anna Hayes McCarthy Memorial Scholarship was
established by her family in memory of Mrs. McCarthy, a member of
the LC Class of 1915. This year's recipient is Katrina Lindsey,
a 2012 graduate of Centennial High School and the daughter of
Elizabeth Porter of Champaign.
The Dr. Jack Means Memorial Scholarship was established by
his family and is awarded to a graduate of Illini Central High
School. This year's recipient is Jenny Johnson, a 2012
graduate of Illini Central High School and the daughter of Gregory
and Rebecca Johnson of Mason City.
The Novak/Elder Endowed Scholarship was established by
June Novak-Bock and is awarded to a student athlete. This year's
recipient is Desmond Rush, a 2011 graduate of Centralia High
School and the son of Reggie Foxworth and Dawn Rush-Foxworth of
Centralia.
The Jack Peifer Scholarship was established by John and
Margaret Peifer and is awarded to a student with financial need.
This year's recipient is Tiera Outlaw, a 2012 graduate of
Neshaminy High School and the daughter of Sonja Bryant of Levittown,
Pa.
The Lowell and Juanita Quisenberry Scholarship was
established by Richard Quisenberry in memory of his parents,
Juanita, Class of 1924 and Lowell, Class of 1928. This year's
recipient is Edrianel Tookes, a 2012 graduate of Lincoln
Community High School and the daughter of Dean and Nelia Modaff of
Lincoln.
The Rotary Club of Lincoln Scholarship recipient is
Sarah Behrends, a 2011 graduate of Illini Central High School
and the daughter of Brent and Rosemary Behrends of San Jose.
The Mark Shannahan Memorial Scholarship was established by
Gary and Betty Shannahan in memory of their son and is awarded to a
member of the Lynx track or cross country team. This year's
recipient is Aleksander Stojanovic, a 2011 graduate of Moline
High School, and son of Anita and Nebojsa Stojanovic of Moline.
The Dr. John Shute Memorial Scholarship was established in
his memory by friends and family. Shute was a member of the LC board
of trustees. This year's recipient is Michael Togher, a 2011
graduate of Providence Catholic High School and the son of William
and Pamela Togher, of New Lenox.
The Maynard M. & Elizabeth Eberle Small Endowed Scholarship
was established in their memory by their daughter, Mrs. Robert D.
Edwards. This year's recipient is Michael Hardwick, a 1995
graduate of Lincoln Community High School and son of Frank Hardwick
of Lincoln.
The John Smerek Scholarship was established in his memory
by Mark and Mary Ellen Cummings. This year's recipient is Derek
Breit, a 2011 graduate of Jefferson High School and the son of
Patrick and Wendy Breit of Rockford.
The Dale & Marian Spore Endowed Scholarship is awarded to
a student athlete, with preference given to a member of the Lynx
golf team. This year's recipient is Nicholas Adcock, a 2011
graduate of Lincoln Community High School and the son of Don and
Karen Adcock of Lawndale.
The State Bank of Lincoln Scholarship recipient is
Hayley Goebel, a 2011 graduate of Franklin Central High School
and the daughter of Lisa and John Goebel of Indianapolis, Ind.
The Robert E. and Rosemary G. Steinfort Endowed Scholarship
was established in 2001 for students from the Mount Pulaski area
with a 3.0 GPA. This year's recipient is Kyle Przykopanski, a
2012 graduate of Mount Pulaski High School and the son of Patrick
and Lori Przykopanski of Mount Pulaski.
The Herbert A. Vance Memorial Scholarship was established
by his family. Vance is an emeritus member of Lincoln College's
board of trustees. This year's recipient is Anders Fegri, a
2010 graduate of NTG Kongsvinger High School and the son of Tom
Braathen and Bente Fegri of Norway.
The David & Carol Walters Scholarship is awarded to an
out-of-state student athlete. This year's recipient is Adrien
Sathler, a graduate of Ensino Medio High School in Brazil and
the son of Noreen and Evandro Sathler of Miami, Fla.
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Lincoln College, founded in 1865 as Lincoln University, is the
only institution of higher education named after President Abraham
Lincoln during his lifetime. Today, the college operates two
campuses in central Illinois region, united in the goal of helping
students achieve a greater measure of happiness, personal
fulfillment and economic success through education. More information
on Lincoln College and its many academic programs is available at
www.lincolncollege.edu.
[Text from file received from
Lincoln College]
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