U-M Club of Greater Detroit: Past Recipients

Noah Block

Bedford Senior High School
Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship
2020/2021
Noah plans to enroll in the College of Literature, Science and the Arts and is the recipient of the Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship. Noah finished first in his class with an unweighted 4.0 GPA. Noah was a member of many in-school clubs; including National Honor Society, Quiz Bowl team, Link Crew, Students in Action and Student Council, was president his senior year. He was also a member of the track, cross county and chamber orchestra club. Throughout his high school career, Noah was a recipient of many awards: Eagle Scout Award, National Merit Scholar Commended Student, Monroe County Education Association Academic All-Star, Michigan Track Coaches Association Academic All-State, Michigan Southeastern Conference Scholar-Athlete Award and AP Scholar. Noah took a demanding academic schedule with seven AP classes. He volunteered with Youth Leadership Toledo and was an active member of his church group.

Alexander Mettler

Detroit Country Day High School
Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship
2019/2020
Alexander plans to enroll in the College of Engineering and is the recipient of the Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship. Alexander was the President of the class board and President of the Entrepreneurship Club all four years of high school. He was a team member of the Robotics and Electric Car club and captain of the varsity tennis team. In the school’s science fair, he was the recipient of the grand prize in physical science. Outside of school, Alexander did research in science and engineering, creating a provisional patent for life lure and awarded first place in the MPowered Entrepreneurship Competition for the Life Lure. Alexander participated in multiple science and engineering fairs: earning first place in Environmental Engineering at Science & Engineering Fair of Metro Detroit, 4th place overall at the Michigan Science and Engineering fair and earned nine professional awards including ASM International Top Materials Award. Alexander is also a tennis pro, teaching tennis lessons and volunteered at the Detroit Zoo and the Northville Fishing Derby. Alexander earned multiple science and engineering awards, National Scholar athlete award and ASM International Top Material Science Award.

Vishal Nayak

Canton High School
Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship
2019/2020
Vishal Nayal plans to enroll in the College of Engineering and is the recipient of the Gary and Ann Moeller Scholarship. Vishal finished first in his class with a weighted GPA over a 4.0 overall. Vishal was an active board member of the Math Olympiad and captain of the Science and Chemistry Olympiad. He was part of the tennis team all four years and captain his senior year. Vishal achieved multiple academic awards, including 3-time Distinguished Honor Roll Member, as well as a 3-time American Mathematics School Winner and achieved first place in Astronomy at the Science Olympiad State Competition. Academically, he has taken advantage of the most rigorous AP classes including Biology, U.S. History, Chemistry, Calculus, Macroeconomics and Microeconomics. Vishal has also generously given his time and energies to his community as a volunteer coach for the East Middle School MathCounts Program and co-founded a musical group, which he played piano at local retirement homes.

Madison Caldwell

Saline High School
Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship
2018/2019
Madison Caldwell graduated with a 3.98 GPA at Saline High School and she plans to enroll in the College of LS&A. She took multiple AP classes including Chemistry, United States History, and Statistics, where she received a score of 5/5 on five of the AP exams. She received the honor of National Merit Commended Scholar her senior year and received the Gold Honor Roll award all four years of high school. Madison was Saline Student Council President and also participated in Varsity Cross Country and Varsity Tennis, where she served as captain her junior and senior year. She was very involved with her school by serving as the President and Co-Founder of Generation Global Club, serving as Bassoon Section Leader in Band, and participating in Marching Band as a saxophone player. Madison balanced her academics and extra-curricular activities by volunteering as a tutor for Proyecto Avance-Latino Mentoring Association and volunteering at Ten Teens Who Care.

Sven Wollschlaeger

Monroe High School
Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship
2017/2018
Sven Wollschlaeger is the recipient of the Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship and is planning to enroll in the Ross School of Business.  As a student at Monroe High School, Sven was active in numerous extracurricular activities including serving as Class President, President of National Honor Society, Vice President of “Pick-a-Stock and De-bate” Club, and Head Officer of Ignition Mentorship Program. He took many AP classes such as Calculus BC, Statistics, Physics, and English Language and Composition. With his academic rigor, Sven managed to be a DECA State Career Development Competition Finalist, a three-time state competition qualifier for Business Professionals of America and a scholar and researcher for LEAD Summer Business Institute. Sven also participated in a ton of community service at American Red Cross, Special Olympics, and St. Mary’s Church.

Anya Amin

Walled Lake Central High School
Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship
2016/2017

Anya Amin is the recipient of the Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship and is planning to enroll in the College of LS&A.  As a student at Walled Lake Central High School, Anya was active in numerous Extra Curricular Activities including Women’s Varsity Tennis Team, National Honor Society, Quiz Bowl Captain, and Spanish Club President. She took many AP classes such as US History, Statistics, Psychology, and English Language and Composition, to name a few. With her academic rigor, Anya managed to be a National Merit Semifinalist, an AP Scholar with Distinction, and a KLAA Scholar Athlete. Anya also participated in a ton of community service at St. Mary’s Hospital, Relay for Life, and as a Chinmaya Mission Student Teacher.

Noah Bagazinski

Churchill High School
Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship
2015/2016

Noah Bagazinski plans to enroll into the School of Engineering and is the recipient of the Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship.  Noah has taken many AP Classes and maintains a 4.4 GPA. He has been a member of Student Council, Quiz Bowl, Euchre Club, Track & Field and is part of the MSC Program.  He is active with his Church & the Boy Scouts of America, where he became the youngest Eagle Scout in his troop’s history.  Noah participated in the Ford Motor Co High School Science & Technology Program and completed a research internship in engine calibration at Ford last summer.  Noah’s ultimate goal is a degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering.

Ellen Green

Notre Dame Preparatory School
Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship
2014/2015

Ellen Green plans to enroll into the School of Engineering and is the recipient of the Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship.  Ellen is an active participant and a team leader in the First Robotics team at Notre Dame Preparatory School.  First Robotics is an opportunity for students to experience STEM in the real world, designing, building and competing a robot. Ellen is a three-sport athlete and leader in many activities: National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, Girls Scouts and many Church activities.  She has worked as a Continuous Improvement Manager at Lighting Supply Company.  She has learned to juggle all her activities while maintaining excellent grades at Notre Dame Preparatory School.

Sandeep Siva

Walled Lake Central
Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship
2013/2014

Sandeep Siva graduated from Walled Lake Central high school.   Throughout high school, he was involved in a wide variety of extracurricular activities. He enjoyed playing South Indian classical music on the violin for ten years, and he actively participates in competitions and accompanies local artists in concerts. In Tae Kwon Do, he earned the honor of first degree black belt and later served as a martial arts instructor to other students.  Sandeep has also played varsity level tennis on his school tennis team for two years. In addition, he has had the pleasure of serving as president of his school’s science club for two years and as the student representative of his school’s PTSA for two years.

In addition to extra-curricular activities, Sandeep also pursues his academic interests outside the classroom. One such outlet is participation in competitions in Math, Science, Arts, and Literature. He has received the Michigan Award of Excellence in literature in the PTA Reflections competition, earned the Michigan Math Prize Bronze awards two years in a row, and ranked fourteenth place within USA and Canada in the Cisco Netriders competition.  Sandeep recently won the Lakes Area Optimist Club essay contest based on a theme of “How my Positive Outlook Benefits my Community.”  He has also been selected as a National Merit Finalist. Sandeep plans to pursue a degree in engineering while at the University of Michigan.

Jacob Rainey

Whitmore Lake High School
Gary & Ann Moeller Scholarship
2012/2013
Jacob C. Rainey is the first recipient of the Gary and Ann Moeller Scholarship. He is a graduate of Whitmore Lake High School, where he participated as a tutor for the Homework Club, a Student Council Representative and Indoor Track. He was a member and Secretary of the high school’s National Honor Society. Jacob was homeschooled up until the 11th. grade. During that time he was a Children’s Church worker and Youth Department pianist.

Jocelyn Zhang

Huron High School
Harold duCharme Scholarship
2020/2021
Jocelyn Zhang plans to enroll in the College of Literature, Science and the Arts and is the recipient of the Harold duCharme Scholarship. Jocelyn was an active member of the Huron’s Genes in Diseases and Symptoms Club and Huron’s chapter of Business Professionals in America. She was part of the Varsity Women’s cross country team and a clarinetist in Huron’s symphony band and marching band all four years. Jocelyn achieved multiple academic awards, including 4-time Top 17% of Michigan Math Prize Competition, National Merit Scholarship semifinalist, 2019 Purple Comet Math Meet International Honorable Mention, National AP Scholar and Michigan Business Professionals of America Statesman Torch Award Recipient. Academically, she has taken advantage of the most rigorous AP classes including U.S. History, Chinese Language, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, U.S. Government, Microeconomics, English Language, Statistics, Calculus, Computer Science and Spanish Language. Jocelyn has also generously given her time and energies to her community as a high school counselor at Rec & Ed Summer camps, Science Olympiad Coach at King Elementary School and student teacher at Ann Arbor Math Olympiad club.

Josh Zhe

Detroit Country Day High School
Harold duCharme Scholarship
2019/2020
Josh plans to enroll in the College of Engineering and is the recipient of the Harold Ducharme Scholarship. Josh was the Science Olympiad Captain, the editor in chief for his high school newsletter and the co-founder of VISION. He is a pianist and participated in the cross country and track and field teams. Josh was very active in his community, volunteering at multiple locations, which included Sunrise Senior Living, One World Surgery Honduras Medical Brigade, Henry Ford Hospital and St. Joseph Hospital. Josh took various AP courses: chemistry, psychology, Chinese, biology, calculus and U.S. History. Josh earned AP Scholar with Distinction, a National Merit Semifinalist, 3rd place at the Michigan State Science fair and 1st place in the Albion International Piano Competition. Josh was also the grand prize winner of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers professional award.

Jensen Hwa

West Bloomfield High School
Harold duCharme Scholarship
2018/2019
Jensen Hwa has been selected as the Harold DuCharme Scholarship winner and plans to register in the School of Engineering. At West Bloomfield High School, he was President of the Health Science Club, President of the Environmental Club, and captain of the Debate team. He was also a volunteer at Relay for Life of West Bloomfield, Optimist Club of West Bloomfield, and a website consultant at West Bloomfield School District Public Relations. Jensen received numerous awards including 2018 Coca-Cola Scholar Semifinalist, National Merit Semifinalist, and Michigan Math Prize Exam School Winner. He also took multiple AP classes earning a 4.31 GPA and was a member of National Honor Society.

Ashley Carroll

Grosse Pointe North High School
Harold duCharme Scholarship
2017/2018
Ashley Carroll is a Grosse Pointe North High School graduate and plans to enroll in the College of LS&A. She is the recipient of the Harold duCharme Scholarship. Ashley has been a member of JV and Varsity Tennis and served as Student Council Vice President. She was also a member of the National Honor Society her junior and senior years. Ashley was a Special Olympics volunteer, organizer of Little Girls Night Out, and a participant in Michigan Dog Rescue fundraiser. She took multiple AP classes including US History, English Language & Composition, and Chemistry while maintaining a 4.3 GPA. She received a Varsity Letter in Tennis and Choir and was awarded the Scholar Athlete award her freshman, sophomore, and junior years.

Tabitha Hendren

Troy High School
Harold duCharme Scholarship
2016/2017

Tabitha Hendren is a Troy High School graduate and plans to enroll in the School of Engineering.  She is the recipient of the Harold duCharme Scholarship.  Tabitha has been a Captain on JV Soccer and been a member of Cross Country and Volleyball. She was inducted into the National Honor Society in December 2014. Tabitha was Executive Board Vice President and a class representative all four years of high school. She took multiple AP classes including Calculus BC, Psychology, and Physics while maintaining a 3.98 GPA. She volunteers with Relay for Life where she was a team captain in 2015-2016 and she also volunteers as a tutor of many subjects. Tabitha has received multiple Academic Honors & Awards.

Rachel Smith

Livonia Stevenson High School
Harold duCharme Scholarship
2015/2016

Rachel Smith, the winner of the Harold DuCharme Scholarship, graduated from Stevenson High School with a 4.4123 GPA & she is applying to the College of Engineering.  While maintaining her standing as a Summa Cum Laude Rachel has also kept herself busy with countless hours on school committees and many charity events in her community.  Rachel has been a member of the National Honor society and received various school awards and honors.   She was the President of the Student Senate and her organizational & motivational skills are impeccable.

Prateek Sharma

Canton High School
Harold duCharme Scholarship
2014/2015

Prateek Sharma from Canton High School is a member of the National Honor society who also received numerous school awards and honors. He participated in a number of school related activities including being the captain of his Science Olympiad team for grades 10 through 12. He participated on the math Olympiad team and the Health Occupation club. Prateek also gave back to his community by volunteering at a hospital, library and a food pantry handing out food to those in need. Prateek in his essay said he gets satisfaction from changing a life. One example is he and a group of his friends started a science fair at a middle school and assisted the students with their projects. Prateek has the values the Harold DuCharme scholarship embodies.

Kate M. Diehl

Farmington High School
Harold duCharme Scholarship
2013/2014
Kate Diehl graduated from Farmington High School and was a member of the National Honor Society.  Kate participated in many school and community activities including tutoring at risk students,  served as a student rep for the Parent Teacher Student Association for four years and was a tri-chair of the Mayor’s Youth Council.  She was also a National Merit semi-finalist.  One of the comments on her recommendation letter was that Kate is an example to all young women for the potential of public service and passion for their community.

Brett Jia

Plymouth High School
Harold duCharme Scholarship
2012/2013
Brett Jia graduated from Plymouth High School and is the recipient of the Harold DuCharme Scholarship. In high school, Brett excelled in academics, sports and the business world. Brett was valedictorian of his graduating class, participated on the varsity swim team and founded his own company, Bohan Technologies. Among his extracurricular activities was board member of the National Honor Society, President of Math Olympiad Club as well as many community volunteer experiences. He is a National Merit Semifinalist, a top 100 scorer in the 54th MMPC and Plymouth High School winner in the AMC 10.

Kalli Bates

Trenton High School
Harold duCharme Scholarship
2011/2012
Kalli Bates is this year’s recipient of the Harold DuCharme Scholarship. She graduated from Trenton High School, where she excelled inside and outside of the classroom. Kalli embodies the qualities honored by the DuCharme Scholarship.

Nicholas M. Carducci

Eisenhower High School
Harold duCharme Scholarship
2010/2011
Nicholas Carducci attended Eisenhower High School, where he compiled a sterling academic record. He participated in the National Honor Society, Varsity Football, Varsity Track, Spanish Club and tutoring. He is a National Merit Scholarship semi-finalist, AP scholar with Honors and Academic All-County. He took numerous AP courses and participated in the Utica Center for Math, Science and Technology.

Jennifer Liang

Troy High School
Harold duCharme Scholarship
2009/2010
Jennifer Liang is this year’s recipient of the Harold DuCharme Scholarship. Jennifer is a graduate of Troy High School where she graduated with high honors. Jeniffers accomplishments include the following: National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist, AP Scholar with Distinction, National Honor Society, 1st Place at Frankenmuth Science Invitational (2008), 2nd Place in team event at Michigan Science Olympiad (2006) and several other awards. In addition, Jennifer co-authored an educational paper on Surface Plasmon Resonance at Oakland University soon to be published in the Journal of Chemical Education.

Steven M. Colvin

West Bloomfield High School
Harold duCharme Scholarship
2008/2009
Steven M. Colvin is the recipient of the Harold DuCharme Scholarship. Steven graduated from West Bloomfield High School with high honors. Steven participated in the National Honor Society, United Nations, Varsity Ski Team, Student Government, Junior Varsity Tennis Team, as well as the Debate Team. Steven complied numerous awards and honors during high school including National Merit Commended Student, AP Scholar with honor, Mathematical Association of America Finalist, USAA Mathematics Award and Oakland Activities Association Scholar Athlete Award. Moreover, within the community, Steven has remained active throughout his high school career participating in the greater West Bloomfield Youth Coalition, interning with State Representative Mark Corriveau and actively participating in the Michigan Region B’Nai B’Rith Youth Organization.

David Cardelli

Ferndale High School
Harold duCharme Scholarship
2007/2008
David Cardelli has been awarded with the Harold DuCharme Scholarship. David attended Ferndale High School, where he played sports, participated in the marching band and performed at the highest level in the classroom. David was captain of the Varsity Tennis team and played Varsity Soccer. Also, David demonstrated his fine art skills participating in theater, and the marching and jazz bands. In addition, he was captain of the Robotics team. David’s participation in the National Honor Society, his church youth group, as a member of Sierra Club, work to raise money for charities and attendance at Bioneers Conferences, were amongst his many club and volunteer involvements.

Trista Doyle

Harold duCharme Scholarship
2006/2007
Trista Doyle is this year’s recipient of the Harold DuCharme Scholarship Award. Trista graduated as the Valedictorian of her class. She participated in the following extra-curricular activities: Editor and Chief for the school newspaper, Secretary of the National Honor Society, choir and the volleyball team. She was also a Nation Honor Merit Semi-Finalist, recipient of the AP Scholar Award, and a participant in the Kenyon Review Young Writers Program. Trista embodies the characteristics, which the Harold DuCharme Scholarship serves to recognize in students on an annual basis.

Stephanie Chen

Troy High School
Harold duCharme Scholarship
2005/2006
Stephanie Chen continues the tradition at the University of Michigan in training the “leaders and best” of today’s college students for the challenges of tomorrow. She is a graduate with highest honors from Troy High School. Stephanie’s credo “Try everything then follow your passion” embodies this year’s Harold DuCharme Scholarship recipient. Stephanie participated in the National Honor Society and the Troy Country Fiddlers. She is also a National Merit Scholarship Semi-Finalist. Not only dedicated to her academic achievements, Stephanie played varsity tennis and excelled in music. Further demonstrating her commitment to improving society, Stephanie volunteers at Troy Beaumont Hospital and participates in Mexico mission trips. Her talents and personality have allowed her to obtain the respect and admiration of her teachers and peers alike.

Brian Foster

Winston Churchill High School
Harold duCharme Scholarship
2004/2005
Brian Foster is a graduate of Winston Churchill High School in Livonia. Mr. Foster made contributions to his high school in and out of the classroom. His many significant and impressive academic accomplishments are not the only impact he made to his school and community. Mr. Foster welcomed the opportunity to tutor and assist other students in learning. He also served as Treasurer of the National Honor Society and volunteered with the school’s peer conflict management program. Within the community, Mr. Foster volunteered as a cook for a homeless shelter, a visitor of the elderly and youth leader of Vacation Bible School at his church. Mr. Foster has been described by one of his teachers as an “industrious, very able, creative and dedicated student.” There is no question that Mr. Foster is a tremendous asset to the University of Michigan and our club is proud to recognize his accomplishments with the Harold DuCharme Scholarship.

Peter Troyan Jr.

Harold duCharme Scholarship
2003/2004

Lauren Cetnar

Regina High School
Harold duCharme Scholarship
2002/2003
Laureen has acheived much in her young life, a model student,National Honor Society ,Community Service @ McRest program for her Church, Part time clerical @ State Farm Insurance ,School Plays,PowderPuff Football,Forensics, and Honors classes thruout High school.

Amy Costello

Harold duCharme Scholarship
2001/2002

Eric Mayes

Harold duCharme Scholarship
2000/2001

Amy Patel

Harold duCharme Scholarship
1999/2000

Katherine King

Harold duCharme Scholarship
1998/1999

Emila G. Kwiatkowski

Harold duCharme Scholarship
1997/1998

Cheryl Williams

Harold duCharme Scholarship
1996/1997

Kevin S. Oh

Harold duCharme Scholarship
1995/1996

Sudhakar V. Cherukuri

Harold duCharme Scholarship
1994/1995

Jason C. Kirk

Harold duCharme Scholarship
1993/1994

Jennifer Won

Troy High School
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2020/2021
Jennifer plans to enroll in the Ross School of Business and is the recipient of the James H. LoPrete Scholarship. Jennifer was active with in-school activities; which included Project LEAD, DECA, Entrepreneurship club, varsity synchronized swimming and National Honor Society. Her senior year, Nicole was chapter president of DECA, vice president of Entrepreneurship club and fundraising officer of Project LEAD. Jenifer had an extensive list of AP classes, twelve total. This lead to many scholar awards; which include National Merit Scholar Semifinalist, DECA International Finalist, DECA States first place, 2020 Coca-Cola Scholar Semifinalist, AP Scholar with Distinction, National Spanish Exam Bronze Award and multiple competition awards. Jennifer was an active member of the community, which include but not limited to Step of Poverty team, leadership to Troy Student Representative, Support 313 Volunteer and Kumon Academic Tutor.

Seta Hagopian

International Academy
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2020/2021
Seta plans to enroll in the College of Engineering and is the recipient of the James H. LoPrete Scholarship. Seta was a member of her high school drama club for four years; being President for two years and played many leading roles; she was the Cat in the Hat for “Seussical the Musical” and Donna in “Momma Mia.” Seta was an active member of multiple in-school clubs, where she volunteered at different activities and events. Seta participated in freshman student council, “Bluebirds” female singing ensemble, “Living in Faith Together” religious club, “Big Brother Big Sister” and “Health Opportunities for Perspective Students” Medical club. She was also a member of the JV POMS team, where she led multiple pom workouts for younger children. Seta was also a member of the National Honor Society and French Honor Society; volunteering at events and tutoring other students. Academically, Seta took an extensive honor class schedule, while finishing with a weighted 4.0 GPA. Outside of school, Seta was a Girl Scout for twelve years and attended many musical programs, singing and playing the piano, flute and guitar. Seta earned the National Merit Scholarship Commended Student in 2020, voted best lead actress of LHS/IAW Theatre in 2019 and awarded International Academy High School International Baccalaureate Music Keystone award.

Madelyn Chau

West Bloomfield High School
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2020/2021
Madelyn plans to enroll in the College of LS&A and is the recipient of the James H. LoPrete Scholarship. Madelyn finished in the top 1% of her class with a weighted GPA of 4.13. Madelyn awarded AP scholar with an extensive course curriculum. Madelyn was an active member and leader of West Bloomfield High School clubs. Her sophomore year, she founded in-school Lakers’ Minds Matter Club, which helped address teen crisis associated with mental health issues. Madelyn was also executive board member and political action leader of the EARTH club, where she led fundraisers to install 20-kilowatt solar array. She was the president of the WISE club, where she led to increase number of women’s interest in the STEM field, coordinated guest speakers and planned field trips to spark interest. She was the assistant concertmaster of the symphony orchestra. As a violist, Madelyn nominated by the Orchestra Director to play at Carnegie Hall and awarded the highest ranking at the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association. Madelyn was a research assistant at Oakland University, studying the use of ionic liquids as soil-gas sensing materials for gathering data on permafrost warming and carbon cycles of the Artic. In her spare time, Madelyn attended summer scholar MTU Engineering program, participated of University of Michigan Girls in Music and Technology camp and participated of University of Michigan Coding camp. In addition, she was an academic tutor and volunteered at West Bloomfield Library and local 5k races.

Kaitlyn Riley

Riverview Community High School
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2019/2020
Kaitlyn plans to enroll in the College of LS&A and is the recipient of the James H. Loprete Scholarship. Kaitlyn was a member of multiple in-school clubs, including student council, student government, Spanish club, freshman connection club and charity Key club. She was a member of the National Honor Society and president her senior year. Kaitlyn was also a member of the varsity softball, basketball and golf. She earned multiple coaches awards and most improved player throughout her four years athletically. Kaitlyn was an active member of her community; volunteering her time at Beaumont Hospital delivering flowers and at St. Paul Lutheran Church in multiple bible study activities.

Tarun Sai Bhadri

Farmington High School
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2018/2019
Tarun is planning to enroll in the College of LS&A with the hope of moving into the Ross School of Business. Tarun is one of the recipients of the James H. LoPrete Scholarship. He has taken various AP class and received numerous awards. Tarun was a HOSA Executive Board Member, serving as President his senior year. He was also a Quiz Bowl Team member, a member of Varsity Tennis, and a BPA Executive Board Member. Tarun balances his academics with many hours of extra-curricular activities and community related events including volunteering at Beaumont Wayne Hospital, Medical Camp, and Premier Oncology Clinic. He is described as having a strong work either and willingness to help others.

Anna Loughman

Saline High School
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2018/2019
Anna Loughman is one of the winners of the James H. LoPrete Scholarship. She graduated from Saline High School and plans to enroll in the College of LS&A. She completed multiple AP and Honors courses including Chemistry, Biology, and Statistics. She was awarded a National Merit Commended Scholar, the Gold Honor roll, and an AP Scholar with Honor. Anna was a member of the Saline Marching Band, LINK Crew, and Vice President of Student About Staying Healthy. She also served as Vice President of the National Honor Society her senior year, volunteered at Arbor Hospice and Hospice of Michigan, and waitressed at Stonebridge Gold Club.

Allison Cropsey

Saline High School
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2017/2018
Allison Cropsey graduated with a 3.98 GPA at Saline High School, and she plans to enroll in the College of LS&A. She has taken various AP classes including US History, Biology, Calculus AB, and US Government, Politics, and she received the AP Scholar award her sophomore, junior, and senior year. Allison participated in Volleyball and Golf, where she earned JV and Varsity Player of the Year. She has been very involved with her school by serving as Blood Drive Committee Chair for National Honors Society, Flute Section Leader of her high school’s symphonic band, and participating as a member of the Varsity Quiz bowl Team. Allison balanced her academics and extra-curricular activities by volunteering at St. Andrew’s Youth Group, Springhill Teen Service, and Saline Methodist Bell Choir.

Kelly Ni

Plymouth High School
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2017/2018
Kelly Ni plans to enroll in the School of Engineering and is the recipient of the James H. LoPrete Scholarship.  Kelly has a solid work ethic carrying over a 4.0 GPA.  Kelly has been an active member of the Science Olympiad, Math Olympiad, and Dancin’ Feet Studio. She also participated in the National Honor Society and Summit Tree Lighting Ceremony, helping run the annual community show. Academically, she has taken advantage of the most rigorous Advanced/Honors/AP courses including Calculus BC, Statistics, Biology and Chemistry, to name a few. Kelly has also generously given of her time & energies accumulating over 200 hours of community service throughout her four years of high school.

Jason Jin

Rochester Adams High School
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2016/2017

Jason Jin plans to enroll in the College of LS&A and is the recipient of the James H. LoPrete Scholarship.  Jason has a solid work ethic carrying over a 4.0 GPA.  Jason has been an active member of the Varsity Tennis team and he served as a captain his senior year. He also participated in Rochester Adams Business Professionals of America, Detroit Symphony Orchestra Civic Youth Ensembles as a clarinet player, and founded Rochester Adams Math Club. Academically, he has taken advantage of the most rigorous Advanced/Honors/ AP courses including Calculus BC, Statistics, Physics and English Literature & Composition.  Jason has also generously given of his time & energies accumulating over 200 hours of community service throughout his four years of high school.

Ryan Klein

Brother Rice High School
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2016/2017

Ryan Klein graduated with a 4.28 GPA at Brother Rice High School, and he plans to enroll in the School of Engineering. He has taken various AP classes including Calculus BC, Physics, English, and US Government and he received the AP Scholar award his senior year.  Ryan participated in an engineering internship in the summer of 2015 where he evaluated the integrity of joints created through automated faster systems to define optimal parameters for high quality, high speed joining. He has been very involved with his school by being a member of Varsity Lacrosse, Varsity Football, and Business Club. Ryan balanced his academics and extra-curricular activities by volunteering at Christ Child House, Right to Life, and Special Olympics.

Derek Lukacs

Brighton High School
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2015/2016

Derek Lukacs, the winner of the James H. LoPrete Scholarship graduated from Brighton High School with a 4.2614 GPA and has enrolled in the College of Engineering.  He has completed all of the AP classes offered and 2 college math courses and some online courses, as well.  He earned many Honors & Awards including an Academic Varsity Letter.  Derek makes academics his priority and focus but has contributed to several clubs with leadership roles such as tutor for the After-School Tutoring program, National Honor Society and is mentoring to incoming freshman.  He has worked as a Research Assistant at UofM and loves to golf and snowboard in his spare time.

Joanna Ciatti

Farmington Hills Harrison High School
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2014/2015

Joanna Ciatti finished first in her class of 270 at Harrison High School and has enrolled in the College of Engineering.  Joanna participated in The Varsity Swim and tre Team and the Varsity Track and Field Team.  She was a member of the National Honor Society and participated in the Symphonic Band and Orchestra with the principal being French horn.  She actively participated in the Hawks Help tutor program.  She received the Superintendent’s Award of Excellence in May of 2013. Her teaches characterize her as having a voracious desire to learn, is conscientious driven and has a great work ethic.  She is able to balance all her activities while completing one of the most rigorous schedules available at Harrison High School.

Ali N. Habhab

Dearborn High School
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2013/2014

Ali Habhab graduated from Dearborn High School and is the recipient of this year’s James LoPrete Scholarship Award.  Ali was president of the Dearborn Center for Math, Science and Technology Student Council from grades 10-12.  He was also a member of the National Honor Society, and served as Treasurer in his senior year.  Ali was also the recipient of several honors, including DCMST Student of the Year 2010-2011, AP Scholar with Distinction, and a Recognition of Excellence Award from the Greening of Detroit for his project on Liquid Organic Compost Fertilizer.

In addition to his academic achievements, Ali played Varsity Tennis all four years of high school, and was a “Kings of the Court” Tournament Champion.  He also volunteered at Saturday Arab School at Maya, a foreign language development program, for over 430 hours and participated in a political internship at the Wayne County Fix Michigan Center.  Ali plans on attending the Ross Business School.

Shruthi Subramanian

North Farmington High School
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2012/2013
Shruthi Subramanian attended North Farmington High School, where she graduated as an AP scholar with honors. She amassed a sterling academic record while taking many advanced courses. She obtained numerous awards for her excellence in math, science and French.

Shruthi was President of the Health Occupations Students of America, known as HOSA. She was captain of the JV Soccer team, participated as a Link Crew Leader and she was invited to be a member of Leadership in Education, Acceptance and trersity (LEAD) group. She also participated in Model UN, NHS, and student government.

Shruthi plays classical music (Carnatic music) on a bamboo flute. As part of her musical endeavors, she participated in many community activities including founding an Indian music charity group “SwaraRagalaya.” This is a music program that raises funds for food and shelter for the homeless. She has also volunteered and raised money for the Sankara Eye Foundation.

She also was a summer intern at the University of Michigan Center for Translational Pathology and she participated in the Wolverine Health Explorers summer program at the University of Michigan.

Joyce Jih

Troy High School
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2011/2012
Joyce Jih is this year’s recipient of the James H. LoPrete Scholarship. During high school, Joyce participated in Synchronized Swimming, Chinese Club, Orchestra, Students Against Destructive Decisions, National Honor Society and many other extra-curricular activities. She also volunteered at Beaumont Hospital in the Medical Unit and Oncology Ward. Joyce also performed research at the Life Science Institute at the University of Michigan. She is a National Merit Semifinalist, recipient of the Harvard Prize Club Book Award, the American Chinese Association – Ray Young Scholarship, the CLASS National Essay Contest – Bronze Apple Award.

Jenna Ross

Adlai Stevenson High School
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2010/2011
Jenna Ross is this year’s recipient of the James H. LoPrete Scholarship. Jenna attended Adlai Stevenson High School. During high school, she also took classes at the Utica Center for Math, Science and Technology. Perhaps most notably, she obtained a United States Design Patent for one of her inventions. She was a member of the World Champion ThunderChickens. She participated in the National Honor Society and FIRST Lego League. She was also involved in several community-related projects.

James A. Lee

Rochester Adams High School
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2009/2010
James A. Lee is this year’s recipient of the James H. LoPrete Scholarship. James is a graduate of Rochester Adams High School, where he graduated at the top of his class. James is a National Merit Scholarship Semi-Finalist, an AP Scholar Award winner, compiled several accolades in the Michigan Math Competition, and achieved Student of the Year in AP Calculus in 2007, and Physics and AP Chemistry in 2008. As a well-rounded young man, James played on the golf team, played piano in several school, community and statewide events, participated in the Marching Band Drumline for three years and participated in his church. Indeed, James embodies the characteristics and attributes that our Club wishes to recognize.

Katherine Lu

Canton High School
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2008/2009
Katherine Lu is the recipient of the James H. LoPrete Scholarship. Katherine graduated from Canton High School with high honors, where she participated in Student Congress, Math Olympiad, Science Olympiad, National Honor Society, Asian-Pacific American Club, Spanish-American Latino Student Association and Varsity Quiz Bowl. Her various honors and awards included AP Scholar, National Merit Scholar Semi-Finalist, Level 10 Piano Semi-Finalist and various other awards and distinctions. Katherine is also active in her community working at the Detroit Soup Kitchen, Hand by Hand Education Foundation, Relay for Life through the American Cancer Society and assisting at a Chinese School as an Art teacher.

Liting Chen

Novi High School
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2007/2008
Liting Chen is the 2007 recipient of the James H. LoPrete Scholarship. Liting attended Novi High School where she graduated with high honors. She participated in Model United Nations, Teen Court, Science Club, Student Congress, FIRST Robotics, and the National Honor Society. Her community involvement is also noteworthy, as she volunteered at Botsford General Hospital, Novi Parks & Recreation and participated in tutoring and teaching aide programs. Liting was a National Merit Semifinalist and recognized by the Detroit News and Detroit Free Press as Student of the Week. Liting Chang truly embodies the qualities recognized by the James H. LoPrete Scholarship.

Tina Wang

James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2006/2007
Tina Wang is this year’s recipient of the James H. LoPrete Scholarship. Tina compiled a most impressive academic record. In addition, she served as a Student Council Representative, and participated as a member of the National Honor Society, trersity Club and cross country team. Within the community, Tina has volunteered her time as a hospice volunteer and an early literary volunteer. She also is a talented pianist, as demonstrated by her numerous awards. During high school, Tina achieved the following recognitions: AP Scholar with Distinction, National Merit Letter of Commendation, and math, science and computer program awards. Tina plans to attend medical school to be a neurosurgeon, after obtaining her undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan.

David Budde

Detroit Catholic Central High School
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2005/2006
David Budde is this year’s worthy recipient of the James H. LoPrete Scholarship. David is a graduate of Detroit Catholic Central High School where he compiled a most impressive academic record. David excelled in all classes; however, he surpassed even the most talented of students in the areas of math and science. David dedicated himself not only to improving himself, but also improving his school as demonstrated by the large role he played in further developing the school’s website. In addition to his academic achievements, David participated as a member of the Catholic Cenbtral’s symphonic and marching bands. As might be expected, he plans to be a member of the Michigan Marching Band. Most importantly, David is an honest and sincere intridual with a strong character who demonstrates the qualities befitting the James H. LoPrete Scholarship.

Sushil Gupta

Troy High School
James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2004/2005
Sushil Gupta is a graduate of Troy High School. Mr. Gupta’s achievements in and out of the classroom led to our club’s decision to award him with the James H. LoPrete Scholarship. He attained an impressive academic record utilizing his intellect and creative ability for understanding concepts. Equally impressive is his involvement in many extracurricular activities. He served as President of Students Against Drunk Driving; President of the Math and Physics Clubs; Secretary of the Science Olympiad; participant in Quiz Bowl; and Vice-President of the National Honor Society. He also participated on the track and cross country teams. He even found time to volunteer at William Beaumont Hospital. One of his teachers describes Mr. Gupta as “a unique and refreshing combination of maturity, confidence, motivation, creativity and intelligence.”

Matthew Pizzimenti

James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2003/2004

Lynne Seidl

James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2001/2002

J.Chris Ashton

James H. LoPrete Scholarship
2000/2001

Eric Broekuizen

James H. LoPrete Scholarship
1999/2000

Eric Mayes

James H. LoPrete Scholarship
1998/1999

Emily Feldman

Frankel Jewish Academy
Jerry & Anne Hanlon Scholarship
2020/2021
Emily plans to enroll in the College of LS&A and is the recipient of the Frankel and Anne Hanlon Scholarship. Emily received many academic awards and finished with an overall 4.0 GPA, while taking multiple AP classes. During Emily’s first year, she received Excellence in Bible and English. Her sophomore year, she was honored with Excellence in Math and English and received the Boruch Scholarship Award. Emily’s junior year, she was honored with Excellence in Rabbinics and Science. Emily was an active member of the National Honor Society, Girls 2 Women Club and Education Revisions Team. She was a 3-time president of the Social Justice Club, editor of the yearbook her senior year and 4-time student ambassador. Emily was part of the varsity volleyball team throughout her high school career and was captain her senior year. She participated of the varsity basketball team, being captain her senior year as well. Outside of school, Emily was a member of the Kol Koleinu Teen Feminist Fellowship and Tamarack Teen Council board member. Emily volunteered with ‘Meals on Wheels’ and Yad Ezra. She also volunteered her time by being a Torah reader at Adat Shalom Synagogue.

Dennis Synder

Annapolis High School
Jerry & Anne Hanlon Scholarship
2019/2020
Dennis plans to enroll in the College of Engineering and is the recipient of the Jerry and Ann Hanlon Scholarship. Dennis has taken multiple AP classes and received various awards including being National Merit Semifinalist, AP scholar with Honor and Academic Excellence Award. He was part of the Annapolis High School Jazz and Concert Band, Drama club, National Honor Society and team captain of the Quiz Bowl team his senior year. Dennis is also a member of the HFC Metropolitan Symphony Band, as well as a volunteer at Gleaners Community Food Bank and Wreaths across America.

Daniel Ramos

Western International High School
Jerry & Anne Hanlon Scholarship
2018/2019
Daniel Ramos plans to enroll in the College of LS&A and is the recipient of the Jerry & Anne Hanlon Scholarship. Daniel is well prepared and motivated for college carrying over a 4.0 overall weighted GPA. Daniel has been an active member of both the swim and track and field team, as well as robotics and National Honor Society. Academically, he has taken advantage of the most rigorous AP classes including Physics, English Language Arts, and Spanish. Daniel has also generously given his time and energies to his community through Garza Services and Department of Neighborhoods Youth Council.

Jasmine Zadroga

L’Anse Creuse North High School
Jerry & Anne Hanlon Scholarship
2017/2018
Jasmine Zadroga is the 2017 recipient of the Jerry & Anne Hanlon Scholarship. She is a graduate of L’Anse Creuse North High School and plans to enroll in the School of Engineering. Jasmine served as National Art Honor Society Vice President, a member of Cross Country and Track and Field, and President of Mu Alpha Theta. She was a National Honor Society Tutor, Chemistry Tutor, and Math Honor Society Tutor, along with doing Community Service involving the Arts. She has scored very well in various AP Classes including Calculus AB and Chemistry. Jasmine is well respected by her peers as well as her teachers and is known to be dependable and mature.

Desislava Dikova

Harrison High School
Jerry & Anne Hanlon Scholarship
2016/2017

Desislava Dikova is the 2016 recipient of the Jerry & Anne Hanlon Scholarship.  She is a graduate of Harrison High School and plans to enroll in the College of LS&A.  Desislava served as National Honors Society President, Swim and tre Team Captain and was a Varsity Track and Field member.  She was a volunteer with the Detroit Metropolitan Youth Orchestra, Project Vivace, and Hawk Help Tutoring. She has scored very well in various AP Classes and received the AP Scholar with distinction award and she was a National Merit Semifinalist as well.  Desislava is well respected by her peers as well as her teachers and is known as one of the most polite students.

Matthew Proegler

Chelsea High School
Jerry & Anne Hanlon Scholarship
2015/2016

Matthew Proegler plans to enroll in the School of Engineering and is the recipient of the Jerry & Anne Hanlon Scholarship.  Matt has taken the most demanding Honors & AP classes because he enjoys the challenge and deeply cares about education.   He has been a member of Student Council, Science Olympiad, and National Honor Society and has earned multiple Varsity Letters in various sports.  As Captain of the Cross Country team, Matt, helped lead his team to be League & Regional Champions and 6^th in the State.  In his free time he enjoys umpiring & refereeing various sports and coaching youth basketball.

Maya Eter

Crestwood High School
Jerry & Anne Hanlon Scholarship
2014/2015

Maya Eter plans to enroll into the School of LS & A and is the recipient of the Jerry & Anne Hanlon Scholarship.  Maya finished fifth in her class while accumulating credit for 8 AP/college classes.  Maya is a member of the Student Congress at Crestwood High School while also participating in Varsity Rowing and Varsity Cross Country.  She is a member of the National Honor Society, Link Crew and BuildOn Volunteer Organization.  Maya volunteers as a coach for Dearborn Heights Soccer Club Peewee Team and assists in creating events for a community member in need of a kidney; such as blood drives, awareness dinners and kidney walks. Maya is a 4.0 honor student, and has received distinct honors as an AP Scholar, School Service Award, Leadership award and MVP in the cross country team.  Maya was a member of the 2012 Trek to Haiti team where she was chosen to volunteer and live with a host family for two weeks in Mission, Haiti.

Jordan D. Berman

North Farmington High School
Jerry & Anne Hanlon Scholarship
2013/2014
Jordan graduated at the top of his class at North Farmington High School.  His trerse studies focused on both math and science including honors classes in physics, engineering and chemistry; AP courses in physics, calculus and psychology were a part of his overall 4.0 GPA.  Jordan excelled in track and soccer during high school and also participated in the National Honor Society and Student Government.  Strong family values inspire Jordan and fuel his goal to succeed at the University of Michigan.  At UM he intends to major in Biology, participate in Club Soccer and in the Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program UROP.  Long term goals include studying medicine, with a primary focus in Neurology, to obtain his primary goal of becoming a practicing Neurologist.

Curtis Herzog

Novi High School
Jerry & Anne Hanlon Scholarship
2012/2013
Curtis Herzog graduated from Novi High School. While in high school he was an AP Scholar and maintained a 4.0 GPA. He was Assistant Captain and All-State First Team for the Varsity hockey team, where he played three years and won a State Championship in 2011. He also played Varsity lacrosse for three years and was Captain as a senior. Curtis volunteered at St. Mary Mercy Hospital and is a National Federation Gold Cup pianist.

Emma Behrendt

Brighton High School
Lloyd & Laurie Carr Scholarship
2020/2021
Emma plans to enroll in the College of LS&A and is the recipient of the Lloyd and Laurie Carr Scholarship. Emma was a member of many school related boards, including class council, student government, BKOM board and executive board. She was a member of the National Honor Society and captain of the junior varsity cheerleading team. In her spare time, Madelyn volunteered with the Yong Life Club and was a math tutor at Brighton Initiative to Teach Everyone. Madelyn was a 4-time honor roll, academic letter recipient while taking eight AP classes throughout her high school career. She was awarded honors at the MITES graphic design competition and a retail employee at Rosy’s Boutique.

Drew Prater

Monroe High School
Lloyd & Laurie Carr Scholarship
2019/2020
Drew plans to enroll in the College of LS&A and is the recipient of the Lloyd and Laurie Carr Scholarship. Drew finished first in his class with unweighted GPA of a 4.0 overall. Drew was a member of many in-school extracurricular activities. He was part of the American Sign Language Club, Trojan Mentor and Monroe High School cabinet class of 2019 cabinet. Drew was a member of the National Honor Society and president his senior year. He was president of the C.A.L.C. club and a member of the Monroe High School Senior Leadership Team his senior year. Athletically, Drew was a member of the track and field team, soccer team and high school band. Drew was an active member of the Calvary United Methodist Church and the patrol leader with the Boy Scouts of America Troup 579. Drew achieved the Boy Scouts of America Eagle Scouts rank, while volunteering many hours in his service project. While taking multiple AP courses, including World History, Chemistry, Statistics, Calculus and English Literature, Drew was also appointed Winterfest King his junior year and part of the Homecoming Court member his senior year.

Brandon Westfall

Armada High School
Lloyd & Laurie Carr Scholarship
2019/2020
Brandon plans to enroll in the College of Nursing and is the recipient of the Lloyd and Laurie Carr Scholarship. Brandon graduated with an overall, unweighted GPA of 3.97, while taken a rigorous academic course curriculum; which included AP classes in Physics, Chemistry, Calculus and Computer Science Principles. Brandon earned High School All Honor Roll all four years. He won 1st place in AMVET’s Essay Contest Michigan and 3rd place AMVET’s Essay Contest United States. Brandon was a part of the student council, HOSA, Pal Camp Leadership Team, National Honor Society and NHS parliamentarian his senior year. Outside of academics, throughout his four years, Brandon was a junior varsity in basketball, baseball, cross country and varsity in track and tennis. In his spare time, Brandon was a MYLead at Michigan State University and worked for P. Osten Janitorial.

Gloria Stach

International Academy
Lloyd & Laurie Carr Scholarship
2018/2019
Gloria Stach plans to enroll into the School of Engineering and is a recipient of the Lloyd & Laurie Carr Scholarship. Gloria has taken many IB classes including Chemistry, Economics, and World History while maintaining a 4.0 unweighted GPA. She served as a student mentor for Peer Corps and participated in Forensics, Model United Nations, and Future Business Leaders of America. She is active within her community by serving as a religious education teacher, tutoring bilingual students at International Technology Academy, and volunteering at soup kitchens. Gloria earned many awards throughout high school including Cum Da Lade all four years, 2nd place Intridual Future Problem Solving State sophomore and junior year, and 1st place Community Problem Solving Team junior year.

Max Weber

Ferndale High School
Lloyd & Laurie Carr Scholarship
2018/2019
Max Weber, a winner of the Lloyd & Laurie Carr Scholarship, graduated form Ferndale High School with a 4.0 GPA and he is applying to the School of Engineering. He took many AP classes including World History, Chemistry, and Microeconomics. Max was a member of the Varsity Swim Team, serving as captain his junior and senior year, a member of National Honor Society, and a member of Student Council. He received multiple awards throughout his four years of high school including National AP Scholar, AP Scholar with Distinction, and Athletic Academic Achievement Award. Max also volunteered within his community through Relay for Life and Clean the Ferndale Up.

Laura Sanderson

Whitmore Lake High School
Lloyd & Laurie Carr Scholarship
2017/2018
Laura Sanderson, the winner of the Lloyd & Laurie Carr Scholarship, graduated from Whitmore Lake High School with a 4.18 GPA and she is applying to the College of LS&A. She took many AP courses including English Language, Government and Politics, and Spanish. Laura was a member of the Quiz Bowl team, Drama Club, and a class representative on Student Council. She received multiple awards throughout her four years of high school including National Honor Society, Gold Academic Medal, and Foreign Language Excellence. Laura also was an active member in her community, putting in mass amounts of hours of service as a student community volunteer and a daycare volunteer at 2/42 Community Church.

Brandon Whitmore

Shrine Catholic HIgh School
Lloyd & Laurie Carr Scholarship
2016/2017

Brandon Whitmore, the winner of the Lloyd & Laurie Carr Scholarship, graduated from Shrine Catholic High School with a 4.27 GPA and he is applying to the School of Kinesiology.  He took many AP courses including US History, World History, and Literature. Brandon was a member of the Varsity Football team and Varsity Baseball team, receiving the Varsity Baseball Academic Excellence Award. He received multiple awards throughout his four years of high school including Honor Roll, Excellence in many of his honors classes, and National Honor Society. Brandon served as both Class Vice President and Class Secretary. He was an active member in his community, putting in mass amounts of hours of service with multiple organizations. Through Catholic Heart work Camp, Brandon took a school mission trip to Roanoke, Virginia where he performed service for over 128 hours a week.

Jian Chen

Lamphere High School
Lloyd & Laurie Carr Scholarship
2015/2016

Jian Zhi Chen plans to enroll in the School of Engineering and is the recipient of the Lloyd & Laurie Carr Scholarship.  Jian better known as “Zane” has a solid work ethic carrying over a 4.0 GPA.  Zane has been active in National Honors Society, Varsity Boys Tennis, Lamphere Drama Club & Link Crew.  Academically, he has taken advantage of the most rigorous Advanced/Honors/ AP courses including Honors Geometry & Pre-Calculus, Chinese Language & Culture, Psychology and English Literature & Composition.  Zane has also generously given of his time & energies accumulating over 62 hours of community service.

Brittany Gates

Livonia Churchill
Lloyd & Laurie Carr Scholarship
2014/2015

Brittany Gates plans to enroll into the School of LS & A and the recipient of the Lloyd & Laurie Carr Scholarship.  Brittany finished fourth in her class at Livonia Churchill High School while accumulating credit for 11 AP/college classes. Brittany is a member and Treasurer of the CHS Chapter of the National Honor Society.  She was captain of the 2013 CHS Swim and tre Team and a member of the CHS Student Council. Brittany was a member of the CHS Spirit Club and is a mentor and tutor for CHS Success Strategies, a student program at Churchill in which academically talented students serve as mentors for underachieving peers.

Robert M. Koehn

Renaissance High School
Lloyd & Laurie Carr Scholarship
2013/2014

Robert Koehn graduated from Renaissance High School.  He participated in the Chess Team, Robotics Team, tutored math and science students and was the captain of the varsity soccer team.  He was also a member of the National Honor Society and an assistant treasurer at Hope Community Church.   Robert took and excelled in multiple Advanced Placement courses while at Renaissance, earning A’s in each one.  He is a National Merit Semifinalist.  Robert also was a Junior R.O.T.C. Executive Officer throughout high school.

While at the University of Michigan, Robert will be pursuing a degree in engineering because he wants to help others and give back to his community by making a difference in the world.

Isabella Wishnivetski

North Farmington High School
Lloyd & Laurie Carr Scholarship
2012/2013
Isabella Wishnivetski graduated from North Farmington High School. She is the first recipient of the Laurie and Lloyd Carr scholarship. In high school she excelled inside and outside the classroom. She maintained a perfect GPA while serving as Special Editor of the school newspaper/yearbook, Captain of the swim team and also a member of the tennis team. She volunteered for many causes and was the founder and President of the Think Pink Club in support of fighting breast cancer. She will be attending the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan majoring in Marketing and Communications.

Brian Daniels

Walled Lake Northern High School
President’s Scholarship
2011/2012
Brian Daniels is one of two recipients of the President’s Scholarship. Brian attended Walled Lake Northern High School. He participated in Varsity Swimming, Student Council, Band Solo and Ensemble, and many other extra-curricular activities. He compiled an impressive academic record as well, taking and succeeding in several advanced placement classes. His is also very involved in his church and volunteers for his time for other community related activities.

Amanda Harris

Farmington High School
President’s Scholarship
2011/2012
Amanda Harris is the recipient of the other President’s Scholarship. She is a graduate of Farmington High School, where she participated on the Varsity Golf Team (Captain), President and Founder of the Economics Club, President of Business Professionals of America Club, charter member of Steppingstone Magnetic Resonance Center summer program, Varsity Debate Team, and many for extra-curricular activities. She compiled an excellent academic record, including distinction as AP Scholar with Honor, selection for LEAD Business summer program and Economics for Leaders summer program, as well as All Area Girls Golf Team.

Christopher J. Bonkowski

Brother Rice High School
President’s Scholarship
2010/2011
Christopher Bonkowski graduated from Brother Rice High School and is the other recipient of the President’s Scholarship. He participated in Robotics, Track & Field, Cross Country, Quiz Bowl, Soccer and Model United Nations. He was a member of the National Honor Society, a National Merit Semifinalist, recipient of the American Association of Physics Teachers 2009 Outstanding Student of the Year award and numerous other awards and accolades. He also took and excelled in several Advanced Placement courses while at Brother Rice High School.

Allessandra M. Janette

Notre Dame Preparatory
President’s Scholarship
2010/2011
Allessandra Janette is one of two recipients of the President’s Scholarship. Allessandra attended Notre Dame Preparatory where she compiled an excellent academic record. She took numerous Advanced Placement courses. In high school, she was Vice President of the Retreat Commission, VP of the National Honor Society, Editor-in-Chief for the school newspaper. She also volunteered time at a local hospital. In addition, she volunteered for Habitat to Humanity. Allessandra has demonstrated the characteristics annually recognized by the U-M Club of Detroit’s President’s Scholarship.

Katie Mullins

Lakeview High School
President’s Scholarship
2010/2011
Katie Mullins is the recipient of the other President’s Scholarship award. Katie is a graduate of Lakeview High School, where she participated as Vice President of the National Honor Society. Katie also tutored middle school students and worked as a manager at Cold Cow Ice Cream. In addition, Katie’s scholastic record is nothing short of stellar, as she was inducted into the Math, Spanish and English Honor Societies, while taking AP Chemistry, History and Calculus.

Mollie Pozolo

Rochester Hills High School
President’s Scholarship
2009/2010
Mollie Pozolo received the President’s Scholarship. Mollie is a graduate of Rochester Hills High School, where she participated as an All-State Captain of the Varsity Cross Country Team. Mollie also served as Vice President of the National Honor Society. In the classroom, Mollie compiled an outstanding academic record. She was a National Merit Semifinalist, an AP Scholar, and Academic All-State. Her commitment to her community was equally noteworthy, as she coached a youth basketball team, volunteered at Vacation Bible School and Baldwin House in Pontiac.

Melanie Adams

Royal Oak High School
President’s Scholarship
2008/2009
Melanie Adams is a recipient of one of two President’s Scholarships. Melanie attended Royal Oak High School where she was on the Principal’s List, earned the PSAT National Commended Merit Scholar award as well as Achievement Letters, Pins and Cords. Melanie also earned the 9th Grade Citizenship Award. Extra-curricularly, Melanie received a host of awards in Model United Nations to include Best Delegate and Honorable Mention-Head Delegate/Best Small School Delegation. Melanie participated in Concert/Symphony Band where she earned Most Valuable Player on two occasions. Melanie also earned the Superior Acting Award from the Interscholastic Forensic Association. Additionally, Melanie performed solo at the ROX Concert and Variety Show as part of the A Cappella Choir. Melanie also volunteered her time on the Youth Leadership Project for Cranbrook Peace Foundation, Friends of Royal Oak’s School Millage Campaign and Stagecrafters Community Theatre.

Katelyn H. Roberts

Adlai E. Stevenson High School
President’s Scholarship
2008/2009
Katelyn H. Roberts is the recipient of the other President=s Scholarship. Katelyn attended Adlai E. Stevenson High School where she was a Scholar Athlete and graduated summa cum laude. Katelyn served as an Officer of the Community Service Club and student council throughout her high school career. Katelyn participated in a Peer Mentor program, National Honor Society, Shadow Day leader, Freshman Orientation Leader, varsity tennis team and Spirit Club. Outside of school, Katelyn participated in club tennis while working part-time. Katelyn volunteered for the Salvation Army, Dearborn Animal Shelter, Hospice, Relay for Life, Paws for Cause, trersity House and Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Katelyn also tutored high school and elementary students. Katelyn served her community as a volunteer at Rosedale Elementary School and at Garfield Elementary Preschool.

Harry Yang

Rochester Adams High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2020/2021
Harry plans to enroll in the College of Literature, Science and the Arts and is the recipient of the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. Harry had a demanding academic schedule, which included AP Chinese, Calculus, U.S. History, Statistics, Chemistry, U.S. Government, English Literature, Computer Science, Physics, Biology and Spanish Language. Harry was part of the Chemistry club, Link Crew, National Honor Society, HOSA, Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica, and Science Olympiad. He was a captain of the Science Olympiad his sophomore, junior and senior year. As a pianist and flutist, Harry was a member of the Oakland Youth Orchestra and a band mentor. In his spare time, Harry would volunteer at the Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital. Throughout his high school years, Harry placed first in Pharmacology knowledge HOSA event and Protein Modeling for the Science Olympiad. He earned Honorable Mention for the Chemistry Olympiad, top scorer for Michigan in the National Spanish Exam, 99th percentile nationwide for the National Spanish Exam, National Merit Semifinalist, NSLI-Y semifinalist and musical achievements.

Sophia Papadopoulus

Huron High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2020/2021
Sophia plans to enroll in the College of LS&A and is the recipient of the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. Sophia took multiple AP classes and was president Huron Business Professionals of America all four years of her high school career. She was also a member of DECA, Huron Rotary Interact and National Honor Society. Outside of school, Sophia was co-chair of the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation Youth Council, market research intern, dance teacher at Inner Action Dance Studio and team co-captain of the Ci Wa Wa Chinese Cultural Competitive Dance Team. Throughout her high school career, Sophia earned multiple honors and awards, which include 1st place Business Professionals America website design team, 1st place Business Professionals of America Financial Analysis Team, 1st place Tao Li Chinese Cultural Dance Competition, 2nd place DECA marketing management team, and 2nd place DECA Principles of Marketing and 3rd place Business Professionals America Human Resource Management.

Christian Henderson

Roeper Middle and Upper School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2020/2021
Christian plans to enroll in the College of Engineering and is the recipient of the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. Christian graduated with an unweighted 4.0 GPA while taking a rigorous course curriculum, which included AP classes in Human Geography, U.S. Government, Environmental Science, Chemistry, U.S. History, Calculus, Physics and English Literature. Christian received the Chemistry Award and placed 3rd in the East Tennessee Regional Science Olympiad his sophomore year. He was an active member of the solar go-kart team, robotics, and science and physics clubs. Outside of academics, Christian was a member of the cross-country, swim, track and field teams. He earned most improved swimmer his freshman year and coaches award his junior year. In his spare time, Christian was a part of the Boys Scouts America; patrol leader of BSA and order of the arrow BSA Honor Society. He also was a swim instructor and camp counselor.

Miranda Makowski

Riverview Community High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2019/2020
Miranda plans to enroll in the College of Engineering and is the recipient of the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. Miranda finished first in her class with a weighted GPA over a 4.0 overall. Miranda was a member of many school related clubs, including Spanish, diversity, connection and pirate pals. She also earned varsity letters in swimming, diving and soccer. Miranda took a rigorous academic schedule with multiple AP classes, including microeconomics, macroeconomics, calculus, statistics and U.S. History. Miranda was part of the National Honor Society and earned Michigan State University HATS OFF award, for being in the top 1% of students in Michigan. Miranda was the recipient of the Women in Engineering Summer Camp Scholarship her junior year. She volunteered at Susan G. Komen “Race for the Cure” and as a member of the pirate pals, Miranda mentored elementary students with autism and special needs.

Justin Tocco

Plymouth High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2019/2020
Justin plans to enroll in College of Engineering and is the recipient of the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. Justin finished first in his class with a weighted GPA of 4.167. Justin had a rigorous academic curriculum, including AP classes in calculus, computer science, macroeconomics, microeconomics, physics, statistics and Spanish. He was dual enrolled at Eastern Michigan in programming data structures courses. James was a board member –PCCS computer advisory board, ski club and Canton Education Basketball League. He was part of the varsity baseball, where he earned All-State and All-District Academic Honors and KLAA Varsity Scholar Athlete. Justin was part of the University of Michigan Dearborn STEM Mentorship, ECE Electrify Program and iD Tech Summer Camp. He was also part of the Visteon STEM mentorship and travel baseball. Justin volunteered as an assistant coach special Olympics of Michigan, academic tutor and Plymouth High School Key club.

Cameron Tressler

Saline High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2019/2020
Cameron plans to enroll in the College of Engineering and is the recipient of the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. Cameron finished first in his class with an unweighted GPA of 4.0. Cameron enrolled in multiple AP classes, which included Chemistry, computer science, calculus, English Composition, U.S. Government, music theory, physics, statistics, macroeconomics and microeconomics. Cameron was part of the FRC5066 Coding Team, which brought STEM to the community outreach, and invited to the Legion of Mathematics Scholars competition. As a pianist and saxophonists, Cameron was a member of the marching band, as a section and squad leader and member of the jazz band and pit orchestra. Athletically, Cameron was a part of the varsity tennis team all four years. He was captain and Hornet of the year, his senior year. He was part of track and field, mostly distance racing in the spring of his senior year. Cameron was invited to the National Student Leadership Conference at the Northwestern Engineering School. He was also invited to the Michigan Math and Science Scholars. In Cameron’s spare time, he tutored younger students in pre-calculus and volunteered at Brecon Village Evangelical Home. Throughout his high schools years, Cameron was a National Merit semifinalist, qualified to take the U.S. Olympiad Chemistry Exam, 5-time Michigan Mathematics Prize Competition finalist, earned the English Department Award and Gold Honor Roll.

Melissa Beyrand

Detroit Country Day Upper School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2018/2019
Melissa Beyrand is a recipient of the Elaine & Roger Zatkoff Scholarship and is planning to enroll in the School of Engineering. As a student at Detroit Country Day, Melissa was active in numerous extracurricular activities including serving as Co-Caption, junior year, and Captain, senior year, on the Varsity Dance team, participating in school musical productions, and serving as captain of the Forensics team her senior year. She took many AP classes such a Chemistry, Calculus AB, Physics 1 and 2, and French V. With her academic rigor, Melissa managed to earn the Girl Scouts Silver Award, earn the honor of a Universal Dance Association All-American three years in a row, and receiving the honor a National Merit Scholarship Semi-Finalist. Melissa also participated in community service at St. Aidan’s Catholic Church, Summer in the City, and St. Christine Soup Kitchen.

Grace Ma

Salem High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2018/2019
Grace Ma, one of the winners of the Elaine & Roger Zatkoff Scholarship graduated from Salem High School with a 4.32 GPA and she plans to enroll in the School of Engineering. She has completed many AP and Honors courses including Calculus BC, Chemistry, and English Language and Composition. She earned many honors and awards such as the Scholastic Art and Writing Award Gold Key, a National Merit Semifinalist, and a National AP Scholar. Grace served as project coordinator of Link Crew, a member of National Honors Society, and a member of Vision Mentorship Program. She also volunteered at Summit on the Park, STEM days at elementary schools, and Dancin’ Feet as a teacher’s assistant.

Krupa Patel

Canton Preparatory High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2018/2019
Krupa Patel plans to enroll in the College of LS&A and is a recipient of the Elaine & Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. Krupa has been active in school activities including Student Council President, Key Club President, National Honor Society President, and Co-Captain of Girls’ Varsity Volleyball. She has taken the most demanding AP classes such as World History, Biology, Calculus AB and BC, and Chemistry. Krupa has also been a volunteer at Open Door Ministry Food Back, Canton Public Library, and kids Against Hunger 5K. Her senior year she earned the AP Scholar Award and the Summa Cum Laude Award.

Melanie Taylor

Ernest W. Seaholm High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2018/2019
Melanie Taylor graduate from Ernest W. Seaholm High School in Bimingaham, MI and is one of this year’s recipients of the Elaine & Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. Her senior year she was the Captain of the Varsity Maple Motion Dance Team and served as the Editor-in-Chief of the Seaholm Highlander, the student newspaper. She was also a member of Seaholm Girls Speak Up, Spanish Honors Society, Dance Academy of Bloomfield Hills Senior Company. Throughout her four years of high school she earned many awards including Seaholm High School Varsity Scholar Athlete, Seaholm Highlander Student Newspaper Publisher’s Award, and the presidential Service Award. Melanie earned a GPA of 4.654 and took many AP classes such as Physics and Spanish.

Tyler Fuelling

Walled Lake Northern High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2017/2018
Tyler is one of the 2017 recipients of the Elaine & Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. He is a graduate of Walled Lake Northern High School and plans to enroll in the College of LS&A. Tyler has taken multiple AP classes and received various awards including being a 2016 AP Scholar with Honor, Kensington Lakes Activities Association Scholar Athlete, and he qualified for the National Merit Scholarship Program. He served as a caption for the Varsity Golf Team and Varsity Tennis Team along with serving a Head of Membership Committee for the Walled Lake Northern Business Club. Tyler also volunteered with High School Youth Group at Grace Community Church, “Outrun Hunger” 5K Race, and tutored in math.

Maria LoCicero

Greenhills School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2017/2018
Maria LoCicero is one of the winners of the Elaine & Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. She graduated from Greenhills School and plans to enroll in the College of LS&A. She has completed multiple AP and Honors courses including US History, English Language, and Latin. She earned a silver medal in the National Latin Exam, a gold medal in the National French Exam, and the Greenhills Scholar Award. Maria served as team captain of the Forensics team her senior year, Vice President of the Senior Class, and a member of the Varsity Softball Team. She was also an active member of her community by singing for elderly residents at Glazier Hills, tutoring 4th graders in Detroit, and volunteering with Bligh Busters in Detroit.

Kelsey Postler

Canton High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2017/2018
Kelsey Postler, one the winners of the Elaine & Roger Zatkoff Scholarship graduated from Canton High School with a 4.124 GPA and she plans to enroll in the College of LS&A. She has completed many AP and Honors cours-es including Psychology, US History, Biology, and Macroeconomics. She earned many Honors & Awards such as AP Scholar with Distinction, NCAA Scholar Athlete, and Honor Roll. Kelsey served as a HOSA class representative, a member of both Varsity Cross Country and Varsity Track and Field, and a coordinator of American Red Cross Blood Drive. She has also volunteered at Habitat for Humanity Mission Trip to Marquette Michigan, Bentley Elementary Tutoring, and St. Pat’s Soup Kitchens.

Jessica Zhang

Huron High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2017/2018
Jessica is planning to enroll in the College of LS&A and is one of the recipients of the Elaine & Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. She has taken various AP classes and received numerous awards. Jessica was a lab assistant at U-M Neurodevelopment & Regeneration Lab, Secretary of GIDAS Club, and a leader of Huron Symphony Band. Jessica balances her academics with many hours of extra-curricular activities & community related events including volunteering at Ann-Hua Chinese School, Glacier Hills Senior Living Community, and YVC Expanding Horizons Summer Program. She is described as an extremely mature, bright and gifted student with great potential a strong work ethic.

Marissa Martinelli

Grosse Ile High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2016/2017

Marissa is one of the 2016 recipients of the Elaine & Roger Zatkoff Scholarship.  She is a graduate of Grosse Ile High School and plans to enroll in the School of Engineering.  Marissa has taken multiple AP classes and received various awards including the Madame Curie Award which is given to an outstanding junior female who show exemplary ability in mathematics and science classes.  She has been active in Varsity Competitive Cheer, Varsity Sideline Cheer, the Marching Band, and Varsity Track & Field. Marissa has a huge heart and volunteers at SharEd, a non-profit organization that provides education for children in Afghanistan and she was Co-Chair Run for the Unborn in the Sacred Heart Youth Group, a fundraiser for a crisis pregnancy center. Marissa also went on a mission trip to Ecuador with the Archdiocese of Detroit and helped in villages while communicating with Ecuadorians in Spanish.

Andrew Reed

Roeper School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2016/2017

Andrew is planning to enroll in the College of LS&A and is a recipient of the Elaine & Roger Zatkoff Scholarship.  He has taken various AP classes and received numerous awards both academically and athletically. Andrew was a four-year starter and co-captain of the Varsity Boys Soccer Team where he led his team to a state championship in 2014. Andrew balances his academics with many hours of extra-curricular activities & community related events including volunteering at NoBLE anti-bullying clinic, volunteering as a tutor for middle school student struggling in Math, and participating in a service trip to build houses in New Orleans. Andrew is described a role model among his peers with his humble, kind, and helpful personality.

Neil Shah

Troy High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2016/2017

Neil Shah, one the winners of the Elaine & Roger Zatkoff Scholarship graduated from Troy High School with a 4.2733 GPA and he plans to enroll in the College of LS&A.  He has completed many AP and Honors courses including Calculus BC, Chemistry, Biology, and Macroeconomics. He earned many Honors & Awards such as USA Biology Olympiad Semifinalist and 1^st place in the HOSA Biotechnology Event at State Completion. Neil makes academics his priority and focus but has contributed to several clubs with leadership roles like Co-President of Clubmed, President of Chess Club, and Treasurer of Chemistry Club. He has also volunteered at Friends of the Troy Public Library and St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Hospital.

Eliza Laramee

Berkley High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2015/2016

Eliza Laramee is a Berkley High School graduate and has enrolled in the College of LS&A.  She is the recipient of one of the Elaine & Roger Zatkoff Scholarships.  Eliza has been a Captain on BHS Soccer, Basketball & Volleyball for 4 years and has been a member of the National Honor Society, Student Leadership and SADD.  She volunteers with Summer in the City and BHS Volleyball Camp & BHS Blood Drive.  Eliza has taken a varied, extremely accelerated series of courses and has received multiple Academic & Athletic Honors & Awards.

Tazia Sultana Miah

Hamtramck High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2015/2016

Tazia Miah has been selected as an Elaine & Roger Zatkoff Scholarship winner and plans to register in the College of LS&A.  At Hamtramck High she has been involved in Student Government, Symphonic & Marching Bands, the Science Olympiad and Varsity Tennis.  She has also been a volunteer with Wayne Metro Community Action Agency, United Way & GM Summer Internship as well as tutoring and mentoring with student council.  Tazia has been nominated & received numerous awards and plans to pursue a Degree in Biomedical or Neuroscience.  She is a formidable woman in a tiny vessel and her hard work & dedication will take her far in life.

William Schwartz

Wylie E Groves High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2015/2016

William Schwartz is one of the 2015 recipients of the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship.  He is a graduate of Wylie E Groves High School.  He is going to attend the University of Michigan’s College of LS&A.  Will served as National Honors Society President, Soccer Team Captain and was a Varsity Swimmer.  He was a volunteer with the Franklin Labor Day Roundup & Franklin Baseball League Umpire.  He has scored very well in various AP Classes and received the AP Scholar with distinction award in 2014.  Will is well respected by his peers as well as his teachers and has a great aptitude & eagerness to learn.

Arin Amin

Walled Lake Central
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2014/2015

Arin finished first in his class of an enrollment of 474 and enrolled in the College of LS & A.  Arin is a National Merit Semifinalist.  He is a member of the National Honor Society, a member of the Varsity Tennis and Ski team, President of the Spanish Club and Co-Captain of the school’s Quiz Bowl team.  He has earned the KLAA Gold Award for Chemistry and the KLAA Silver Award for Physics.  Arin volunteers for the local hospital, worked the school’s Red Cross Blood Drive and tutors students in the after school program.

Jason Bittker

Wylie E Groves High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2014/2015

Jason completed high school with a 4.0 unweighted GPA and is enrolled in the College of LS&A. He was active in Groves Student Congress serving as sophomore class co-President, junior class Treasurer, and senior student body co-President. He is a member of National Honors Society. Jason played three years of varsity hockey and two years of varsity baseball. He earned numerous athletic awards including academic all-state honors during his senior hockey and baseball season. Jason received the Tom Carson award, presented at graduation to one male and female student for best personifying the qualities and behavior taught by the late Mr. Carson.  He is described by his teachers as a problem solver who enjoys a challenge. Jason is an active volunteer for the Matthew Bittker Foundation, established in memory of his brother. The Foundation has raised over $400,000 for pediatric cancer research. He was a four year participant in the LINKS program where he helped students with special needs. Jason is excited to get involved at the University of Michigan.

Christopher J. Bonkowski

Brother Rice High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2013/2014
Christopher Bonkowski graduated from Brother Rice High School andone of this year’s recipients of the Elaine & Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. He participated in Robotics, Track & Field, Cross Country, Quiz Bowl, Soccer and Model United Nations. He was a member of the National Honor Society, a National Merit Semifinalist, recipient of the American Association of Physics Teachers 2009 Outstanding Student of the Year award and numerous other awards and accolades. He also took and excelled in several Advanced Placement courses while at Brother Rice High School.

Abigail H. Collingwood

Salem High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2013/2014
Abigail Collingwood is a 2013 recipient of the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship.  She was outstanding student at Salem High School in Canton, MI and graduated number one in her class.  She is a member of the National Honor Society, active in her school and community.  She was a member of the tennis team for 4 years and was captain her senior year.  She was also a 4-year member of the school’s swim team.  During the summers, she has coached younger children with the local swim club.  She has been very active in the Girl Scouts and has received their highest award, the Girl Scout Gold Award, for design and creation of a self-sustainable rooftop ecosystem for a corporate building.  She hopes to attend law school after her graduation from the University of Michigan.

Angela Huang

Novi High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2013/2014
Angela E. Huang one of this year’s recipients of the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. Ms. Huang is an outstanding student who has participated and excelled in all dimensions of Novi High School life.

She has maintained close to a 4.0 grade point average, is a member of the National Honor Society, and appears to have a permanent spot on the Novi High School Honor Roll. Ms. Huang also found time to play varsity tennis, participate in the Novi Youth Council, tutor other students in the Chinese and English languages, volunteer for Habitat for Humanity and serve on the Yearbook Staff, to mention just a few of her many extracurricular activities. She excelled as the President of DECA (formally known as ”Distributive Education Clubs of America”), a prestigious national student organization. Under her leadership the Novi club won the DECA statewide competition and finished in the Top 10 of DECA’s 2011 International Competition.

All of this, and she also maintains a part time job at a local restaurant. Ms. Huang is truly an outstanding freshman applicant and we are honored to award her this great scholarship on behalf of Elaine and Roger Zatkoff and the University Of Michigan Club Of Greater Detroit.

Alexandria Miller

Dakota High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2013/2014
Alexandria Miller one of this year’s recipients of the Elaine & Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. She graduated from Dakota High School where she compiled an outstanding academic record. She participated in the National Honor Society, Student Government, Varsity Dance Team, Cultural trersity & International Club, math tutoring and several Advanced Placement courses. She also volunteered at the Capuchin Soup Kitchen, Macomb Road Clean-Up and served as a tutor for Elementary School students. She will be taking pre-medicine courses at the University of Michigan.

Jacob Rainey

Whitmore Lake High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2013/2014
Jacob C. Rainey one of the 2013/2014 recipients of the Roger & Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship. He is a graduate of Whitmore Lake High School, where he participated as a tutor for the Homework Club, a Student Council Representative and Indoor Track. He was a member and Secretary of the high school’s National Honor Society. Jacob was homeschooled up until the 11th. grade. During that time he was a Children’s Church worker and Youth Department pianist.

Peter A. Romero

Harrison High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2013/2014
Peter Romero is a 2013 recipient of the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship.  He graduated from Farmington Harrison High School with a perfect grade point average.  He is a National Merit Finalist and received many academic awards while in high school.  He was a member of the high school band as a trombone player and served as a field commander.  He was also a 4-year member of the swim team and served as it’s captain his senior year.  Peter has been very active in the Boy Scouts of America and is an Eagle Scout.  During high school, he has worked as a lifeguard.  He is going to study Engineering while at the University of Michigan.

Kayla Wizinsky

Utica High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2013/2014
Kayla Wizinsky is one of this year’s recipients of the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. Kayla attended Utica High School. She also took classes at the Utica Center for Math, Science and Technology. She was a participant in the FIRST Robotics ThunderChickens team. She also participated in Varsity Cross Country, Marching Band, Rocket Club, National Honor Society, Girl Scouts, AYSO Soccer and volunteer time at the Detroit Medical Center. She took numerous Advanced Placement courses and earned several honors and awards during her high school career.

Christopher J. Bonkowski

Brother Rice High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2012/2013
Christopher Bonkowski graduated from Brother Rice High School and is the other recipient of the President’s Scholarship. He participated in Robotics, Track & Field, Cross Country, Quiz Bowl, Soccer and Model United Nations. He was a member of the National Honor Society, a National Merit Semifinalist, recipient of the American Association of Physics Teachers 2009 Outstanding Student of the Year award and numerous other awards and accolades. He also took and excelled in several Advanced Placement courses while at Brother Rice High School.

Brian Daniels

Walled Lake Northern High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2012/2013
Brian Daniels is one of two recipients of the President’s Scholarship. Brian attended Walled Lake Northern High School. He participated in Varsity Swimming, Student Council, Band Solo and Ensemble, and many other extra-curricular activities. He compiled an impressive academic record as well, taking and succeeding in several advanced placement classes. His is also very involved in his church and volunteers for his time for other community related activities.

Kevin Daniels

Walled Lake Northern High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2012/2013
Kevin Daniels graduated from Walled Lake Northern High School. He participated in Student Council, Marching Band, Soccer, and Track and Field. He was also a member of the National Honor Society and the Spanish National Honor Society. He took and excelled in multiple Advanced Placement courses while at Walled Lake Northern, earning A’s in each one. He is also very involved with his church’s youth group, and does a mission trip each year with that group.

Angela Huang

Novi High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2012/2013
Angela E. Huang is this year’s recipient of the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. Ms. Huang is an outstanding student who has participated and excelled in all dimensions of Novi High School life.

She has maintained close to a 4.0 grade point average, is a member of the National Honor Society, and appears to have a permanent spot on the Novi High School Honor Roll. Ms. Huang also found time to play varsity tennis, participate in the Novi Youth Council, tutor other students in the Chinese and English languages, volunteer for Habitat for Humanity and serve on the Yearbook Staff, to mention just a few of her many extracurricular activities. She excelled as the President of DECA (formally known as ”Distributive Education Clubs of America”), a prestigious national student organization. Under her leadership the Novi club won the DECA statewide competition and finished in the Top 10 of DECA’s 2011 International Competition.

All of this, and she also maintains a part time job at a local restaurant. Ms. Huang is truly an outstanding freshman applicant and we are honored to award her this great scholarship on behalf of Elaine and Roger Zatkoff and the University Of Michigan Club Of Greater Detroit.

Emily Southern

Canton High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2012/2013
Emily Southern graduated from Canton High School. She ran varsity cross country all four years of high school and was a captain of the team during her Senior year. She was a member of National Honor Society during her Junior and Senior year, and took Advanced Placement classes while maintaining straight As. Emily was awarded the Science Honor Key for her class. She was recognized by Phi Beta Kappa for academic achievement, was on the Principal’s Honor Roll, and received the President’s Education Award.

Kayla R. Wizinsky

Utica High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2012/2013
Kayla Wizinsky is this year’s recipient of one of two Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarships. Kayla attended Utica High School. She also took classes at the Utica Center for Math, Science and Technology. She was a participant in the FIRST Robotics ThunderChickens team. She also participated in Varsity Cross Country, Marching Band, Rocket Club, National Honor Society, Girl Scouts, AYSO Soccer and volunteer time at the Detroit Medical Center. She took numerous Advanced Placement courses and earned several honors and awards during her high school career.

Mackenzie Biggert

DeLa Salle Collegiate High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2011/2012
Mackenzie Biggert is the recipient of one of two scholarships in honor of Roger and Elaine Zatkoff. He is a graduate of DeLa Salle Collegiate High School in Harrison Township. In high school, Mackenzie excelled in the classroom and in sport. He was an AP Scholar, President’s List, National Merit Commended Student and winner of several science and language awards. Also, of note, Mackenzie was captain of his Varsity Swimming Team, participated in Boy Scouts of America, and several school business and language clubs. He also displays a demonstrated work record during his high school years while also volunteering in the community.

Christopher J. Bonkowski

Brother Rice High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2011/2012
Christopher Bonkowski graduated from Brother Rice High School and is the other recipient of the President’s Scholarship. He participated in Robotics, Track & Field, Cross Country, Quiz Bowl, Soccer and Model United Nations. He was a member of the National Honor Society, a National Merit Semifinalist, recipient of the American Association of Physics Teachers 2009 Outstanding Student of the Year award and numerous other awards and accolades. He also took and excelled in several Advanced Placement courses while at Brother Rice High School.

Victor Chen

Detroit Country Day High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2011/2012
Victor Chen is a recipient of one of the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarships. Victor graduated from Detroit Country Day High School with a sterling academic record. He participated in Quiz Bowl, Science Olympiad and the Varsity Soccer Team. He volunteered at Karmanos Cancer Institute, Penrickton Center for Blind Children, and Hand by Hand Education Foundation. Victor also served as a research volunteer during the summers at Wayne State University’s Department of Pathology. He is also an outstanding pianist.

Katie Mullins

Lakeview High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2011/2012
Katie Mullins is the recipient of the other President’s Scholarship award. Katie is a graduate of Lakeview High School, where she participated as Vice President of the National Honor Society. Katie also tutored middle school students and worked as a manager at Cold Cow Ice Cream. In addition, Katie’s scholastic record is nothing short of stellar, as she was inducted into the Math, Spanish and English Honor Societies, while taking AP Chemistry, History and Calculus.

Kayla R. Wizinsky

Utica High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2011/2012
Kayla Wizinsky is this year’s recipient of one of two Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarships. Kayla attended Utica High School. She also took classes at the Utica Center for Math, Science and Technology. She was a participant in the FIRST Robotics ThunderChickens team. She also participated in Varsity Cross Country, Marching Band, Rocket Club, National Honor Society, Girl Scouts, AYSO Soccer and volunteer time at the Detroit Medical Center. She took numerous Advanced Placement courses and earned several honors and awards during her high school career.

Jeanne M. Kochkodan

Detroit Country Day High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2010/2011
Jeanne Kochkodan is the other recipient of the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. She attended Detroit Country Day High School. Jeanne participated in Varsity volleyball and was team captain, Board Member of the Community Service Club, participated in the Big Sister Program and Character Education Committee. She also participated in the community, volunteering for Meals on Wheels, the Emmanuel Community Farm, Oakwood Heritage Hospital and Remote Area Medical. She was Academic Intridual All-State in Volleyball. She also won a first place award for The Detroit News Excellence in Essay Writing.

Kayla R. Wizinsky

Utica High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2010/2011
Kayla Wizinsky is this year’s recipient of one of two Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarships. Kayla attended Utica High School. She also took classes at the Utica Center for Math, Science and Technology. She was a participant in the FIRST Robotics ThunderChickens team. She also participated in Varsity Cross Country, Marching Band, Rocket Club, National Honor Society, Girl Scouts, AYSO Soccer and volunteer time at the Detroit Medical Center. She took numerous Advanced Placement courses and earned several honors and awards during her high school career.

Hayley Goldenthal

Andover High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2009/2010
Hayley Goldenthal is the recipient of the other Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. Hayley attended Andover High school, where she graduated with high honors taking primarily AP classes. During high school, Hayley participated in the following: French Club, History Club, National Honor Society, Marching band, Concert Band, Symphony Band, Quiz Bowl and Junior Varisy Tennis and Softball. Rather incredibly, she already had two (2) design patents (one filed and one pending). Hayley won several awards and accolades, including the Harvard Book Award in 2008. Further, Hayley held a research position at the University of Michigan Biomedical Science research Building.

Jessica Newman

Chippewa Valley High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2009/2010
Jessica Newman is this year’s recipient of one of the Club’s two Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarships. Jessica is a graduate of Chippewa Valley High School where she earned a most impressive academic record. During high school, Jessica was an active member of the Be the Change Team, the Key Club, and served as National Honor Society President and Forensics Team Vice President. In addition, Jessica won student awards for math, science and overall academic excellence. She tutored other students and volunteered at Henry Ford Hospital and Clintonaire Nursing Home.

Michael Stewart

Brother Rice High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2008/2009
Michael Stewart is a recipient of one of two Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarships. Michael is a graduate of Brother Rice High School where he ranked first in his class. Michael participated in the Robotics team, National Honor Society, Ski Club and Marian Rice Players Lighting Crew. Outside of Brother Rice, Michael participated in the Boy Scouts of America and earned the title Eagle Scout in his senior year. As a freshman in high school, Michael earned the Scholastic All Catholic Bronze Medal and the Neema Bastanfar Memorial Scholarship. As a junior, Michael earned the David Peck Memorial Scholarship. In his senior year, Michael was awarded the National Merit Commended Student and was again awarded the Scholastic All Catholic Gold Medal. In addition to his academic and extracurricular pursuits, Michael worked at the Bloomfield Township Public Library, Huron pool and tutored students.

Benjamin Topping

Trenton High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2008/2009
Benjamin Topping is the recipient of the other Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. Benjamin attended Trenton High School, where he graduated first in his class. Benjamin participated in Mega Conference Quiz Bowl and served as Captain for three years, MI Mathematics League, Japanese Culture Club, National Honor Society, Interact Club, Spanish Club, tennis, marching band, school theatre and Ring of Steel sword fighting. Benjamin also devoted his time to an engineering internship, class treasurer, staff writer for his school paper and involved himself in coursework at the college level. Outside of school, Benjamin participated in Boy Scouts of America, volunteered for the Michigan Opera Theatre Association and was a soloist in the University of Michigan Youth Ensemble-Chamber Singers. Benjamin has received numerous awards to include National Merit Scholarship Semi-Finalist, National Eagle Scout Award, National Music Directors Award and numerous awards for his accomplishments in math, science and research. Benjamin received recognition in the Heritage Newspaper highlighting his summer research at MIT.

Michael Billau

Milan High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2007/2008
Michael Billau is the other recipient of this year’s Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. Michael compiled a sterling record at Milan High School, where he excelled as a student-athlete. Michael was a two year captain of his varsity soccer team. He also graduated second in his class taking several AP classes. Michael also served as Vice President of Student Council, participated in the Marching Band and Jazz Band, and was a member of the National Honor Society. In the community, Michael was a youth soccer coach and participated in church youth groups. He will be an outstanding addition to the University of Michigan and we look forward to his future accomplishments.

Caitlyn Kochanski

Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2007/2008
Caitlyn Kochanski is one of two recipients of the 2007 Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. Caitlyn graduated with high honors taking several AP classes. She participated in the National Honor Society, served as Student Government Secretary, served on event planning committees, tutored students, and acted as a peer mediator. Amongst the awards and honors she received in high school, Caitlyn won the Rising Star Volunteer Award and the Scholar Athlete Award. Caitlyn’s desire to help others coupled with her enjoyment of science motivates her to pursue a career in nursing. Undoubtedly, we are pleased to be amongst those who applaud and recognize Caitlyn’s many accomplishments.

Melissa Helberg

Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2006/2007
Melissa Helberg is one of two recipients of the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship. Melissa will be studying Biology at the University of Michigan and plans to participate in a work study program. In high school, Melissa participated in the National Honor Society, served as Senior Class President, was a member of the prom committee and Business Professionals of America. Melissa was also a scholar athlete and obtained numerous academic awards and achievements while in high school. She volunteered her time as a math tutor, was a participant in Christ’s Outreach to the Blind and Project Shalom. Melissa is inspired to succeed and dedicate herself to helping others realize their potential. She plans to attend the University of Michigan’s Dental School after she earns her undergraduate degree.

Phillip Popp

Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2006/2007
Phillip Popp is one of two recipients of the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship Award. Phillip has the characteristics and attributes recognized annually by the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Award. Whether Phillip is singing and writing songs for his rock band, playing baseball, setting school swimming records, or more regularly achieving in the classroom, he is a well-rounded young man. Phillip has compiled an impressive record in the classroom and participated in many extra-curricular activities, including band, and the Spanish and Math Clubs. As mentioned above, he was a member of the baseball and swimming teams. He has performed with his band at local concert venues. Further, he has volunteered his time as a tutor, aided senior citizens, and volunteered at the Special Olympics. We are very pleased to recognize Phillip Popp with the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship Award.

Kristen Lo

Troy Athens High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2005/2006
Kristin Lo graduated at the top of her class at Troy Athens High School. Like other scholarship winners, Kristin also excelled in activities outside of the classroom. She participated in the Science Club, Asian Club, Writing Club, Literary Magazine, Math Club, National Honor Society and Safe Rides. A respected member of her high school community, Kristin served as a mentor to other students. While demonstrating her zest for writing, she was published in Northern Lights Magazine, Oakland Community College’s literary magazine. Kristin will undoubtedly be a tremendous asset to the University of Michigan. Thus, we are pleased and proud to award her talents and hard work with the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship.

Michael Toma

Southfield-Lathrup Senior High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2005/2006
Michael Toma was valedictorian of his graduating class from Southfield-Lathrup Senior High School. Michael is an intelligent young man with a great sense of humor. Michael actively participated as a member of the National Honor Society, Scholars Plus, Student Board, and the Medical Academy. Michael has an eagerness to assist others, including fellow classmates, when the opportunity presents itself. As one of this year’s Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship winners, Michael has displayed the attributes and work ethic that will no doubt make him an important and contributing member of the University of Michigan community.

Jeff Cheek

Orchard Lake St. Mary’s High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2004/2005
Jeff Cheek is a graduate of Orchard Lake St. Mary’s High School. He is a member and served as secretary of the National Honor Society during three school years. Mr. Cheek has established himself as an outstanding student and athlete during his time at St. Mary’s. He was freshman class president and a member of the varsity football, wrestling and lacrosse teams. Mr. Cheek has ambitions of being a walk on for the University’s lacrosse team while pursuing a degree in business. Mr. Cheek has displayed the ambition and talent that is deserving of the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarhip Award.

Emily Cnockaert

Ypsilanti High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2004/2005
Emily Cnockaert is a graduate of Ypsilanti High School. She has established an outstanding record in academics as well as in her extracurricular endeavors. Ms. Cnockaert is senior editor of the Ypsilanti High School magazine and secretary of her school cabinet. She also carries the distinction of being a member of the National Honor Society. Ms. Cnockaert wishes to pursue a major in archeology. Due to Ms. Cnockaert’s outstanding achievements in academics and also in her extracurricular pursuits, she has deservedly been awarded the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship.

Christopher Corteg

Utica High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2004/2005
Christopher Corteg is a graduate of Utica High School. He was a member of his school’s Quiz Bowl and Key Club teams. Mr. Corteg has displayed his athletic talents as a member of the varsity football team and also in recreational basketball. He is a distinguished member of the National Honor Society. Currently, Mr. Corteg is undecided in a major but has an interest in pursuing dentistry. He attributes his success to his mother to whom he dedicates this award. Christopher Corteg has displayed the qualities that make it an honor to award him the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship award.

Jessica McDaniel

L’Anse Cruese North High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
2004/2005
Jessica McDaniel is a graduate of L’Anse Cruese North High School. She compiled an outstanding academic record while gaining the respect of peers and teachers alike. Ms. McDaniel also utilized her athletic talents as a member of her high school soccer and basketball teams. She is an active member in her church at St. Peters and also works as a waitress. Among her many accomplishments, Ms. Daniel is a member of the National Honor Society. Ms. McDaniel wishes to pursue a career in electrical or chemical engineering. Based on her exemplary work in academics as well as in her extracurricular activities, Ms. Daniel is in a category well deserving of the Elaine and Roger Zatkoff Scholarship.

Christopher Bonkowksi

Brother Rice High School
Roger and Elaine Zatkoff Scholarship
1990/1991
Christopher Bonkowski graduated from Brother Rice High School and is the other recipient of the President’s Scholarship. He participated in Robotics, Track & Field, Cross Country, Quiz Bowl, Soccer and Model United Nations. He was a member of the National Honor Society, a National Merit Semifinalist, recipient of the American Association of Physics Teachers 2009 Outstanding Student of the Year award and numerous other awards and accolades. He also took and excelled in several Advanced Placement courses while at Brother Rice High School.

Dylan Mathers

Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
2020/2021
Dylan is in the school of Kinesiology, majoring in Movement Science. She grew up in Lincoln, Nebraska and decided she wanted a career in sports medicine at a young age. Getting the opportunity to work with University of Michigan athletics, specifically football, has been a dream come true as it is helping to prepare her for my future career goals of serving as an athletic trainer for a high-level football or soccer program.

Cole Greenspan

Cole Greenspan

Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
2018/2019
Cole grew up in Potomac, MD with a passion for the competitive nature of sport and athletics. After competing in high school athletics and working as a student athletic trainer at St. Andrew’s Episcopal School in Potomac, Cole attended the University of South Carolina in Columbia, SC where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training Degree. While at USC Cole worked as a student athletic trainer with USC Football, Cheer, Track & Field, Men’s Soccer, and Men’s Basketball, as well as performing sports medicine coverage at Lower Richland, Columbia, and Westwood High Schools in Richland County, SC. During the summer of 2014 Cole worked as an intern athletic trainer with the Atlanta Falcons. The following summer Cole worked with the Green Bay Packers as a summer intern athletic trainer.
Following graduation from South Carolina, Cole accepted a seasonal assistant athletic training position with the Green Bay Packers. Cole spent two years in Green Bay working with the team and their sports medicine staff. Following his two years in Green Bay, Cole was accepted into the University of Michigan Rackham Graduate School and is actively pursuing a Masters of Arts degree in Sport Management while working as a certified, licensed Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer for the Michigan Football program. Griffin’s future aspirations include working NFL and trision I football on his way to achieving the head athletic trainer position at an NFL organization.

Griffin Haddad

Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
2017/2018

Griffin grew up in Indianapolis, IN with a passion for the competitive nature of sport and athletics. After competing in high school athletics at Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School in Indianapolis, Griffin attended Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training Degree. While at TCU Griffin worked sports medicine for the TCU Football and Women’s Soccer programs, as well as performing sports medicine coverage at Aledo High School in Aledo, TX.

Following graduation from TCU, Griffin was accepted into the University of Michigan Rackham Graduate school and is actively pursuing a Masters of Arts degree in Sport Management while working as a certified, licensed Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer for the Michigan Football program. Griffin’s future aspirations include working trision 1 and NFL football on his way to achieving the Director of Sports medicine at a trision 1 institution. Go Blue!

Griffin Haddad

Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School
Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
2016/2017

Griffin grew up in Indianapolis, IN with a passion for the competitive nature of sport and athletics. After competing in high school athletics at Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School in Indianapolis, Griffin attended Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training Degree. While at TCU Griffin worked sports medicine for the TCU Football and Women’s Soccer programs, as well as performing sports medicine coverage at Aledo High School in Aledo, TX.

Following graduation from TCU, Griffin was accepted into the University of Michigan Rackham Graduate school and is actively pursuing a Masters of Arts degree in Sport Management while working as a certified, licensed Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer for the Michigan Football program. Griffin’s future aspirations include working trision 1 and NFL football on his way to achieving the Director of Sports medicine at a trision 1 institution. Go Blue!

Tyler Cronin

Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
2015/2016
Tyler is a second year master’s student at the University of Michigan School of Kinesiology. He graduated cum laude from Hope College in Holland, MI in May 2014, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Athletic Training.  During his tenure at Hope College, Tyler served as the Athletic Training representative to the board of social sciences, as well as conducting research on the “Efficacy of Kinesiology Taping Techniques on Static and Dynamic Ankle Balance”. Tyler is currently in his first year as a Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer for the University of Michigan football program.

Tyler Cronin

Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
2014/2015
Tyler is a first year master’s student at the University of Michigan School of Kinesiology. He graduated cum laude from Hope College in Holland, MI in May 2014, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Athletic Training.  During his tenure at Hope College, Tyler served as the Athletic Training representative to the board of social sciences, as well as conducting research on the “Efficacy of Kinesiology Taping Techniques on Static and Dynamic Ankle Balance”. Tyler is currently in his first year as a Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer for the University of Michigan football program.

Jon Hill

Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
2013/2014
Jonathan Hill is a second year masters student in the School of Kinesiology at the University of Michigan. He is from Branson, MO and graduated from Branson High School in 2008. He then attended Valdosta State University in Valdosta, GA and graduated cum laude with a Bachelors of Science in Athletic Training. He is an Eagle Scout and also served as a Resident Assistant for 2 years at Valdosta State. He is currently in his second year working as a Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer for the Michigan Football team.

Jon Hill

Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
2012/2013

Jonathan Hill is a second year masters student in the School of Kinesiology at the University of Michigan. He is from Branson, MO and graduated from Branson High School in 2008. He then attended Valdosta State University in Valdosta, GA and graduated cum laude with a Bachelors of Science in Athletic Training. He is an Eagle Scout and also served as a Resident Assistant for 2 years at Valdosta State. He is currently in his second year working as a Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer for the Michigan Football team.

Ezron Bryson

Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
2011/2012
Ezron Bryson graduated from Hofstra University in 2009 with a BS in Athletic Training, cum laude. He served as the treasurer for the Hofstra Athletic Training Society from 2007-2009. While at Hofsta he also volunteered as a Sunday School teacher and a high school football coach Ezron went on to an NFL internship as Seasonal Assistant Athletic trainer from 2009-2010. He is currently in the second year of Master’s of Arts in Sports Management in the School of Kinesiology.

Ezron Bryson

Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
2010/2011
Ezron Bryson graduated from Hofstra University in 2009 with a BS in Athletic Training, cum laude. He served as the treasurer for the Hofstra Athletic Training Society from 2007-2009. While at Hofsta he also volunteered as a Sunday School teacher and a high school football coach Ezron went on to an NFL internship as Seasonal Assistant Athletic trainer from 2009-2010. He is currently in the second year of Master’s of Arts in Sports Management in the School of Kinesiology.

Erik Rodriquez

Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
2009/2010

Erik Rodriguez

Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
2008/2009

Chris Joseph

Fallston High, MD.
Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
2007/2008
Chris graduated from Fallston High in Maryland and received his Bachelors Degree in Athletic Training in 2005 from Towson University.He spent a year @ the University of Florida as an Intern Athletic trainer working with football and track. He is currently working towards his Master’s degree in Kinesiology.

Chris Joseph

Fallston High,MD
Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
2006/2007
Chris graduated from Fallston High school in Maryland & received his Bachelors Degree in Athletic Training in 2005 from Towson University.He spent a year @ the University of Florida as an Intern Athletic Trainer working with football & track.This is his first year @ U-M as a Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer with the football team.He currently is working on his Masters Degree in Kinesiology.

Ryan Krach

Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
2005/2006
Ryan Krach is a Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer at the University of Michigan in the trision of Kinesiology. Ryan’s major in Exercise Science / Biomechanics follows his impressive undergraduate work at Central Michigan University, where he majored in Athletic Training/Sports Medicine and minored in Exercise Science. After graduating Magna Cum Laude from CMU in December 2003, he became an N.A.T.A.-B.O.C. certified athletic trainer in January 2004. Ryan has also been Intern Athletic Trainer at P.T. Plus/Pine River Area Schools in Big Rapids, MI, Clark Griffith Collegiate Baseball League in Vienna, VA and Catawba College in Salisbury, NC. Ryan’s career goals include becoming Head Athletic Trainer at the trision I collegiate level. Mr. Krach’s dedication and commitment to his field exemplify the qualities honored by the Coaches Scholarship Award.

Lindsey M. Cook

Howell High School
Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
2004/2005
Lindsey Cook graduated from Howell High School in her hometown of Howell, MI and brings a commitment to education and athletics to the University of Michigan trision of Kinesiology. Currently an Athletic Training Student, Lindsey’s goals include obtaining a Master’s degree in Athletic Training and to become an Athletic Trainer at a trision I institution. Ms. Cook graduated Summa Cum Laude from Howell High School, was a member of the varsity track team, member of National Society of Collegiate Scholars and enjoys running, traveling and reading. For these outstanding qualities, Lindsey Cook has bee awarded the James Hunt Scholarship.

Matthew A. Douma

Minneapolis Southwest High School
Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
2004/2005
Matt Douma graduated from Minneapolis Southwest High School in his hometown of Minneapolis, MN and brings a love of sports and health to the University of Michigan trision of Kinesiology. Currently an Athletic Training Student, Matt’s goals include obtaining a Master’s degree in Athletic Training and to become an athletic trainer for a Major League Baseball team. Mr. Douma was a National Merit Scholar finalist, enjoys reading and trivial and played varsity football, baseball, and basketball in high school. For these outstanding qualities, Matt Douma has bee awarded the James Hunt Scholarship.

Andrew J. Godek

Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
2003/2004

Andrew J. Godek

Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
2002/2003

J. Chris Ashton

Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
2001/2002

Eric Broekuizen

Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
2000/2001

David Dean

Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
1999/2000

Kevin M. Lynch

Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
1998/1999

Kevin M. Lynch

Schmidt/Hunt Scholarship
1997/1998

Allison Johnston

Women’s Gymnastics Manager
2020/2021
Allison is a sophomore at the University of Michigan majoring in Sport Management. She attended high school in Michigan and hopes to work in Sport Marketing in the future. On campus, she is a member of the Michigan Sport Business Association and Michigan Women Empowerment in Sport & Entertainment (MWESE). This is her first year as a manager for the Women’s Gymnastics team.

Conor Stemme

Women’s Gymnastics Manager
2020/2021
Conor is a senior at the University of Michigan majoring in Sport Management and minoring in History. He attended high school in Virginia and hopes to work in sports in the future. He has been a team manager for the Women’s Gymnastics team since September 2019.

Conor Stemme

Women’s Gymnastics Manager
2019/2020
My name is Conor Stemme and I am a current junior at Michigan, majoring in sport management with a minor in history. I am from Centreville, Virginia, and I have been working with women’s gymnastics since September.

Madelyn Kim

Women’s Gymnastics Manager
2019/2020
My name is Madelyn Kim and I am a freshman at the University of Michigan and am currently undeclared. I am from a northern suburb of Chicago and have been the manager of the women’s gymnastics team since September.

Sofie Vanhal

Women’s Volleyball Student Assistant
2019/2020
My name is Sofie Vanhal and I’m from Los Angeles, California. I am a junior studying sport management in the School of Kinesiology. I have managed the volleyball team since my freshman year and hope to continue my time with the program until I graduate.

Katie Pollack

Women’s Volleyball Student Assistant
2018/2019
I am a senior at University of Michigan graduating this upcoming May, majoring in Organizational Studies with a minor in Business. I am originally from a Westchester, NY, where I attended Edgemont High School. I have always found being part of team provides a sense of community in addition to its other benefits.  This is one reason why I was eager to work with Michigan Athletics. Another reason is that post graduation, I am interested in pursuing a career in marketing partnerships for sports and entertainment. I worked with the Men’s Hockey team my freshman year and found my way to the volleyball team, sophomore year where I am proud to say I have been part of the team ever since. The coaches and players are welcoming, spirited and professional.  I am proud to be a small part of their success and could not imagine being part of another team.

Delaney Jodice

Women’s Volleyball Student Assistant
2017/2018

Delaney Jodice is a junior at the University of Michigan. This will be her second year working with the Michigan Volleyball program as a student manager. Delaney played varsity volleyball and was named captain of the varsity tennis team at her high school in Mansfield, MA. She has kept her passion for the sport of volleyball and is trying to stay involved in the coaching and operational sides of the game. Working closely with the volleyball team and staff at Michigan has provided her with plenty of insight into what it is like to work on the inside of an NCAA trision 1 athletic department.

Delaney is studying Sport Management as a major and History as a minor. She recently completed an internship with USA Volleyball in their High Performance department. On campus, she is a member of the Alpha Phi Omega service fraternity and Sport Business Association.

Delaney Jodice

Women’s Volleyball Student Assistant
2016/2017

Delaney Jodice is a junior at the University of Michigan. This will be her second year working with the Michigan Volleyball program as a student manager. Delaney played varsity volleyball and was named captain of the varsity tennis team at her high school in Mansfield, MA. She has kept her passion for the sport of volleyball and is trying to stay involved in the coaching and operational sides of the game. Working closely with the volleyball team and staff at Michigan has provided her with plenty of insight into what it is like to work on the inside of an NCAA trision 1 athletic department.

Delaney is studying Sport Management as a major and History as a minor. She recently completed an internship with USA Volleyball in their High Performance department. On campus, she is a member of the Alpha Phi Omega service fraternity and Sport Business Association.

Benjamin Kim

Women’s Volleyball Student Assistant
2015/2016
Ben Kim has worked for the Michigan Volleyball Program as a Student Manager since March of 2012. Prior to working for Michigan Volleyball, Ben worked as a Student Manager for the Boy’s Varsity Volleyball team at New Trier High School in 2010 and 2011. Ben worked alongside fellow Michigan Volleyball Student Manager Avi King for the 2013 and 2014 seasons. Coming into Cliff Keen for games and practices has become part of an everyday routine for Ben and he loves doing whatever he can to help the program.

Ben is a Senior in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts majoring in Psychology and graduating in the spring of 2016. Outside of working on his psychology degree and in Cliff Keen Arena, Ben spends his time watching NBA basketball and rehearsing and performing with his hip-hop dance group, FunKtion.

Benjamin Kim

Women’s Volleyball Student Assistant
2014/2015
Ben Kim has worked for the Michigan Volleyball Program as a Student Manager since March of 2012. Prior to working for Michigan Volleyball, Ben worked as a Student Manager for the Boy’s Varsity Volleyball team at New Trier High School in 2010 and 2011. Ben worked alongside fellow Michigan Volleyball Student Manager Avi King for the 2013 and 2014 seasons. Coming into Cliff Keen for games and practices has become part of an everyday routine for Ben and he loves doing whatever he can to help the program.

Ben is a Senior in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts majoring in Psychology and graduating in the spring of 2016. Outside of working on his psychology degree and in Cliff Keen Arena, Ben spends his time watching NBA basketball and rehearsing and performing with his hip-hop dance group, FunKtion.

Lucas Vargas

Women’s Basketball Manager Scholarship
2020/2021
Lucas is a senior at the University of Michigan majoring in Sport Management and minoring in Business from Austin, Texas. He began as a manager for the women’s basketball program as a sophomore in 2018 after serving 4 years as a manager for the men’s varsity team at Anderson High School. Lucas has broadcasted football, basketball, softball, and hockey games for WCBN Sports Student Radio and turned those experiences into an internship at 104.9 The Horn, the sports station in Austin. During his summers Lucas coached the Anderson varsity team in summer practices and tournaments and worked as an assistant coach in skill development for high school college, and professional players at Austin Pro Academy for BTY Basketball. After graduation, he plans to pursue a career in coaching or sport radio.

Naomi Savas

Women’s Basketball Student Trainer / Equipment Manager Scholarship
2019/2020

Emily Herard

Women’s Basketball Student Trainer / Equipment Manager Scholarship
2018/2019
Emily Herard, a native of Petoskey, MI, will graduate this spring with a dual degree in Business Administration from the Stephen M. Ross School of Business and Sport Management. She is in her second season as head manager for the women’s basketball program and her third year as a manager overall. Emily has also been a student sports broadcaster for WCBN FM, the student-run University of Michigan radio station, and has completed internships with La-Z-Boy and the Bay Harbor Company.

Louis Goldsmith

Women’s Basketball Student Trainer / Equipment Manager Scholarship
2017/2018

Louis Goldsmith is in his fourth season as a manager for the University of Michigan women’s basketball team, with the 2017-18 season marking his first as head manager. He spent the summer of 2017 as an intern for Adidas in Global Basketball apparel, working as a member of team that designs high school and college basketball uniforms for Adidas schools. Louis has read weekly TV listings for a service provided by Cincinnati Association of the Blind and Visually Impaired. He is from Cincinnati and attended Seven Hills School where he played basketball for all four years. He is majoring in sports management at Michigan with a minor in writing. Louis hopes to continue to work in the sports industry, particularly college athletics, following graduation.

Catie DeLoof

Women’s Swimming Scholarship
2018/2019

Gabby DeLoof

Women’s Swimming Scholarship
2017/2018
The second-oldest of four sisters — all of whom swim or have swum for Michigan — Gabby DeLoof has evolved into one of the team’s most versatile swimmers. She set career bests in virtually every event last year, culminating in a finals appearance in the 200-yard freestyle at the NCAA Championships, where she finished sixth. For her career, DeLoof is a two-time NCAA AllAmerican, four-time NCAA All-America Honorable Mention and three-time Big Ten champion (all on relays). She will graduate with a degree in sport management.

Alexandra DeLoof

Women’s Swimming Scholarship
2016/2017
Ali is currently enrolled in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts and has not yet declared a major.  She will be joining the Wolverines for a fourth season this upcoming year.  Last season, she made the All Big-Ten second team.  During her time competing for the Maize and Blue, Ali has been a three-time NCAA All-America Honorable Mention recipient, in 2014 for the 100-yard backstroke and 200-medlay relay and in 2013 for the 200-yard medley relay.

Ali DeLoof

Women’s Swimming Scholarship
2015/2016

Ali is currently enrolled in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts and has not yet declared a major.  She will be joining the Wolverines for a fourth season this upcoming year.  Last season, she made the All Big-Ten second team.  During her time competing for the Maize and Blue, Ali has been a three-time NCAA All-America Honorable Mention recipient, in 2014 for the 100-yard backstroke and 200-medlay relay and in 2013 for the 200-yard medley relay.

Duncan Wallis

Women’s Swimming & Diving Manager Scholarship
2020/2021
Duncan is a senior at the University of Michigan majoring in Sport Management with a minor in Applied Statistics. I have worked for the Michigan Swim and Dive team for three years as a Student Manager and I am looking forward to a fourth year with whatever season we get! I would like to take this opportunity to thank the many family members, friends, and mentors that have supported me along the way—namely Head Coach Mike Bottom, Jenna Hall, and the rest of the S&D staff for the last four years.

On campus, I am also the President of the Michigan Sport Consulting Group and work as a Data Analyst for Michigan Baseball. The last couple summers I have been fortunate to have the opportunity to work for the Chicago Cubs both at Wrigley Field and as an Associate Scout for the Cape Cod Baseball League. In the future, I plan to work in Baseball Operations and the ultimate dream would be General Manager of a Major League Baseball franchise.

Annika Erickson

Women’s Volleyball Manager Scholarship
2020/2021
Annika is a junior at the University of Michigan majoring in Economics from Grand Haven, Michigan. This is her third year as a manager for the volleyball team. Growing up, she was always involved in sports, whether playing, managing or being a fan. Her favorite part of being a manager is knowing that by doing her best, she can help the team be their best.

Sofie Vanhal

Women’s Volleyball Manager Scholarship
2020/2021
Sofie is a senior at the University of Michigan majoring in Sport Management. She is currently in her fourth year working with the volleyball program. She is from Los Angeles, California and hopes to go into event management or team operations after graduation.

Mason Dominowski

Women’s Volleyball Manager Scholarship
2019/2020
I am from Midland, Michigan, and I attended Midland High School. I am currently a senior at the University of Michigan, majoring in sport management and minoring in business. One day, I hope to be an athletic director at a university. I got involved with the Michigan volleyball program because I love the sport and I might have an interest in coaching. My role as a student manager has given me an opportunity to learn from the coaches and understand how the volleyball program works within the athletic department.

Mason Dominowski

Women’s Volleyball Manager Scholarship
2018/2019
I am from Midland, MI and I attended Midland High School. I am currently a junior at the University of Michigan majoring in Sport Management and minoring in business. One day I hope to be an athletic director at a university. I got involved with the Michigan Volleyball program because I love the sport and I potentially have an interest in coaching. My role as a student manager has given me the opportunity to learn from the coaches and understand how the volleyball program works within the Michigan Athletic Department.

Casey Fealko

Women’s Volleyball Manager Scholarship
2017/2018

Casey Fealko is a junior at the Ross School of Business. Casey graduated as co-valedictorian from Port Huron Northern High School in Michigan, where she was a 4 sport varsity athlete. Casey played varsity basketball, soccer, and volleyball all four years in high school and was named MAC All Academic every season. She was named to the Class A All-State First Team for volleyball, Class A All-State Honorable Mention for basketball, and All Blue Water Area First Team for soccer. Casey received the Doris Teachout Female Athlete of the Year Award, which is presented to the best female athlete in the area.

Casey was named a National AP Scholar and a National Merit Commended Student. She plans to dual major in Business Administration and Neuroscience. She is very excited to be part of the Michigan Volleyball program.

Casey Fealko

Women’s Volleyball Manager Scholarship
2016/2017

Casey Fealko is a junior at the Ross School of Business. Casey graduated as co-valedictorian from Port Huron Northern High School in Michigan, where she was a 4 sport varsity athlete. Casey played varsity basketball, soccer, and volleyball all four years in high school and was named MAC All Academic every season. She was named to the Class A All-State First Team for volleyball, Class A All-State Honorable Mention for basketball, and All Blue Water Area First Team for soccer. Casey received the Doris Teachout Female Athlete of the Year Award, which is presented to the best female athlete in the area.

Casey was named a National AP Scholar and a National Merit Commended Student. She plans to dual major in Business Administration and Neuroscience. She is very excited to be part of the Michigan Volleyball program.

Casey Fealko

Women’s Volleyball Manager Scholarship
2015/2016

Casey Fealko is a junior at the Ross School of Business. Casey graduated as co-valedictorian from Port Huron Northern High School in Michigan, where she was a 4 sport varsity athlete. Casey played varsity basketball, soccer, and volleyball all four years in high school and was named MAC All Academic every season. She was named to the Class A All-State First Team for volleyball, Class A All-State Honorable Mention for basketball, and All Blue Water Area First Team for soccer. Casey received the Doris Teachout Female Athlete of the Year Award, which is presented to the best female athlete in the area.

Casey was named a National AP Scholar and a National Merit Commended Student. She plans to dual major in Business Administration and Neuroscience. She is very excited to be part of the Michigan Volleyball program.

Casey Fealko

Women’s Volleyball Manager Scholarship
2014/2015

Casey Fealko is a sophomore at the Ross School of Business. Casey graduated as co-valedictorian from Port Huron Northern High School in Michigan, where she was a 4 sport varsity athlete. Casey played varsity basketball, soccer, and volleyball all four years in high school and was named MAC All Academic every season. She was named to the Class A All-State First Team for volleyball, Class A All-State Honorable Mention for basketball, and All Blue Water Area First Team for soccer. Casey received the Doris Teachout Female Athlete of the Year Award, which is presented to the best female athlete in the area.

Casey was named a National AP Scholar and a National Merit Commended Student. She plans to dual major in Business Administration and Neuroscience. She is very excited to be part of the Michigan Volleyball program.

Avi King

Undergraduate University of Michigan
Women’s Volleyball Manager Scholarship
2013/2014
Avi King is thrilled and honored to be the first recipient of the Women’s Volleyball Manager Scholarship. He plans to work hard in this role to help the team pursue a Big Ten Title. This position is important to Avi because it allows him to see the inner workings of a top 25 volleyball program. Avi eventually would like to become a coach himself. He played volleyball all throughout high school in California and held the position of team captain for two years. Avi applied to Michigan because of its academic excellence in engineering and with the hope of getting involved in the volleyball program.

Avi King

Undergraduate University of Michigan
Women’s Volleyball Manager Scholarship
2012/2013
Avi King is thrilled and honored to be the first recipient of the Women’s Volleyball Manager Scholarship. He plans to work hard in this role to help the team pursue a Big Ten Title. This position is important to Avi because it allows him to see the inner workings of a top 25 volleyball program. Avi eventually would like to become a coach himself. He played volleyball all throughout high school in California and held the position of team captain for two years. Avi applied to Michigan because of its academic excellence in engineering and with the hope of getting involved in the volleyball program.

Avi King

Undergraduate University of Michigan
Women’s Volleyball Manager Scholarship
2011/2012
Avi King is thrilled and honored to be the first recipient of the Women’s Volleyball Manager Scholarship. He plans to work hard in this role to help the team pursue a Big Ten Title. This position is important to Avi because it allows him to see the inner workings of a top 25 volleyball program. Avi eventually would like to become a coach himself. He played volleyball all throughout high school in California and held the position of team captain for two years. Avi applied to Michigan because of its academic excellence in engineering and with the hope of getting involved in the volleyball program.